Disney World Announces Fantasmic Showtime Change Starting in April

The popular nighttime spectacular at Hollywood Studios will move to a later start time.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Disney World has announced that the showtimes for the Fantasmic nighttime spectacular at Hollywood Studios will be changing starting on April 24th. The show, which features incredible music, characters, stunts, pyrotechnics, and Disney magic, will now start at 9PM instead of the previous 8:30PM showtime.

Why it matters

Fantasmic is one of the most popular nighttime entertainment offerings at Disney World, and the showtime change will impact when guests need to arrive and line up to secure a spot. The later start time is typical as the park's operating hours extend later into the evening during the warmer months.

The details

Fantasmic runs for about 30 minutes and is held in an amphitheater on Sunset Boulevard at Hollywood Studios. Guests are advised to line up about 30 minutes before the 9PM showtime, as the theater can fill up quickly. Guests can also book the Fantasmic Dining Package, which includes dinner at a restaurant and a guaranteed seat in the reserved section.

  • The Fantasmic showtime change will take effect on April 24, 2026.
  • Fantasmic typically runs for about 30 minutes.

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The takeaway

The Fantasmic showtime change at Disney World's Hollywood Studios is a typical seasonal adjustment to accommodate the park's later operating hours during the warmer months. Guests planning to see the show should arrive early to secure a spot, or consider booking the Fantasmic Dining Package for a guaranteed reserved seating area.