Disney’s Awesome Things #8: Riding a Ride During Fireworks
March 3, 2010 at 5:24 pm Matt 10 comments
#8 Fireworks are amazing just by themselves. Then, if you put Disney into the equation, fireworks instantly become even better. But nothing beats riding an attraction in Walt Disney World during a fireworks show.
Now, some of you might argue that it’s not as good because you can’t really concentrate on the Fireworks, and also you can’t hear the music along with the fireworks.
I can’t argue with that, but still – when you’re experiencing the fun of an attraction and see the sky light up with those fantastic colors, you can’t help but smile. My favorites to ride during a fireworks show tend to be Thunder Mountain, Splash Mountain, Haunted Mansion (pretend it’s lightning), and most any other indoor rides.
So when you hear the boom or see the sky light up, you know the day has almost come to an end. You better hurry, because after the fireworks, one more day of magic has slipped away and the crowds will start heading to the park exit. It’s a happy and sad feeling, at the same time.
What rides have you ridden during Fireworks? I’d love to hear your stories in the comments!
Photo by Joe P.
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disneykid08 | March 3, 2010 at 6:03 pm
my favorite is riding dumbo while wishes is going on. they still run that ride since it’s out of the fall-out range, and it gives the effect that the fireworks are launching all around you…which they are.
J
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Matt | March 3, 2010 at 7:37 pm
Woah, I totally forgot about riding Dumbo. That is a cool effect with the fireworks being all around you. Thanks Julian! =)
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futureworld84 | March 3, 2010 at 9:47 pm
Dumbo during wishes… total mistake on our part, but this was the best showing of wishes I’ve seen in years.
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Matt | March 4, 2010 at 6:18 am
Well that was a happy mistake, then! I’ll have to do that again…I had done it (on accident, like you) a few years ago, but haven’t done it since. I’m heading there this weekend…so…maybe I’ll fit it in.
Thanks for sharing, man!
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chris | March 4, 2010 at 11:05 am
I’ve never done it. How do you time it? Is it pretty hit or miss, especially for something like Dumbo or BTMR?
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Matt | March 4, 2010 at 5:09 pm
Hey Chris!
It’s more fun when it happens on accident, but if you want to plan it, get in line to a ride about 10 minutes before Wishes starts (depending on how long the line is, of course).
Wishes lasts about 15 minutes, so when you’re riding, the fireworks should be going off! It’s a not-to-be-missed experience.
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Epic Fireworks | March 7, 2010 at 9:58 am
Something i would love to do one day
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Matt | March 7, 2010 at 4:00 pm
It’s a great experience that really should be done at least once. =)
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Kirsten | March 11, 2010 at 11:18 am
I love riding Astro Orbiter during Wishes. It’s a great view! BTMRR is also a lot of fun. Now I really want to try Dumbo. That sounds like it’d be amazing!
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Matt | March 11, 2010 at 4:36 pm
I’ve done Dumbo and BTMRR but never Astro Orbiter…that would be fun. I’ll have to try this next time.