While a new fireworks show is always nice, there’s no denying that the Wondrous Journeys nighttime spectacular is fan-favorite that packs in the feels. An iconic soundtrack paired with bursts of color projected on landmark facades around the park (and fireworks on select nights) make this a memorable offering during Disneyland 70th Anniversary Celebration.

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Here’s everything you need to know about Wondrous Journeys during the Disneyland 70th Anniversary Celebration.

About the Show

The show features characters and moments from just about every film released by Walt Disney Animation Studios over the past century, from SNOW WHITE in 1937 and forward! Below are some fun facts about the show, courtesy of Disney.

State-of-the-art projection effects surround guests with blank pieces of paper, pencil sketches and splashes of color, as the artistry of animators breathes life into beloved characters ranging from Mickey Mouse and Bambi to Ariel and Mirabel.
The projections are customized for each primary viewing area – Main Street, U.S.A., Sleeping Beauty Castle, Rivers of America and the façade of “it’s a small world” – creating a unique experience for each location.
During a climactic moment in the story, the thumping bass of the song “Immortals” from “Big Hero 6” can be heard as Baymax takes to the skies over Disneyland Park (for the first time!) with his rocket boosters propelling him into the night.
Butterflies appear as a recurring motif throughout “Wondrous Journeys,” representing a physical manifestation of wonder. Butterflies are a wonder of nature and show up regularly in Walt Disney Animation Studios films, from “Alice in Wonderland” and “Winnie the Pooh” to “Tarzan” and “Encanto.”
18 Disney songs are heard throughout “Wondrous Journeys,” including the original song, “It’s Wondrous.” The new song features music and lyrics by Duddy Brown and GRAMMY^® Award-winning artist Alex Geringas.
The musical score was recorded by an 80-piece orchestra and includes 16 lead vocalists and a 33-voice choir.

How to Watch

Wondrous Journeys takes place nightly with views from various places around Disneyland and runs approximately 14 minutes. On most nights (usually during the week) the show will actually be presented with only music, lights, and projections and feature NO fireworks. You’ll want to check the Disneyland app on the day of your visit for latest details on which version will be presented.

The show is much more popular when fireworks are presented. Once you know where you’ll want to watch, you should plan on arriving at least an hour before showtime or longer if you’re picky on exactly where you watch. The most popular viewing areas include the following locations:

Main Street, USA with a view of Sleeping Beauty Castle
Sleeping Beauty Castle from Central Plaza (AKA the hub)
Small World Promenade in front of “it’s a small world”
Rivers of America in the same viewing area as Fantasmic!

There’s only one showing per evening and the typical showtime is 9:30pm nightly. Showtimes are subject to change so always check the Disneyland app on the day of your visit for the latest information.

MagicBand+ Interactions

Extra magic can be added to your visit by experiencing the show with a MagicBand+. The extra-cost wristband promises to spring to life during the show with dancing lights and vibrations synchronized to the show.