On summer nights, Disneyland’s Rivers of America transform into one incredible nighttime spectacular with presentations of Fantasmic! The iconic show brings Mickey Mouse’s dreams to life, blending scenes from Fantasia with other classics like Aladdin, The Lion King, and Peter Pan along with some heroic battles against Disney villains, all paired with special effects, projections, and plenty of pyrotechnics.

Fantasmic! Fast Facts

  • Location: Frontierland
  • Height Requirement: None
  • Attraction Length: About 25 minutes
  • Lightning Lane Multi Pass: No
  • Ride Type: Stage show
  • Early Theme Park Entry Eligible: No
  • Extended Evening Hours Eligible: No
  • Ride Switch Available: No

Queue

There’s no official queue for Fantasmic!, as seating for the show is available all along the banks of the Rivers of America. However, if you’ve purchased a Fantasmic! dining package, you may have to join a specific queue in order to enter your reserved viewing area.

Check the specifics of your Fantasmic! dining package to find out if you need to queue up in a specific spot along the Rivers of America ahead of the show.

Accessibility 

Guests may remain in wheelchairs and ECVs for the show. Handheld captioning, audio description, and assistive listening are all available upon request.

On-Ride Photo

There is no on-ride photo for this attraction.

Is Fantasmic! Kid-Friendly?

Overall, Fantasmic! is a pretty kid-friendly show for most ages. While it is held later at night (usually 9:00 PM or later), it’s plenty entertaining for guests young and old.

The later showtimes of Fantasmic! may not make it the best choice for toddlers and preschoolers, but older kids are perfectly suited for it. Featuring Mickey Mouse, Disney Princesses, and appearances by countless characters, it’s as exciting as it is explosive.

Best For: Kids who love thrilling entertainment and fireworks – and who aren’t afraid of a few Disney villains.

Will Fantasmic! Cause Motion Sickness?

Fantasmic! will not cause motion sickness.

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Heather Adams

Heather Adams, Disneyland Expert and Mom | A lifelong Disneyland enthusiast who's familiar with every square inch of the Anaheim theme parks, Heather has spent over 30 years becoming an expert in all things Disney. A Disney Adult turned Disney Mom, she's now quickly becoming a pro at taking her little one to the theme parks and familiarizing herself with navigating crowds with diaper bags, strollers, and plenty of baby gear. If you're planning a Disney vacation with kids under age 3, she's got all of the advice you need.