More pilings added to EPCOT's World Showcase Lagoon as preparations for new fireworks show continue

Jul 20, 2023 in "Harmonious"

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World Showcase Lagoon firework platform construction - July 19 2023

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Posted: Thursday July 20, 2023 12:34pm ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

Crews in EPCOT's World Showcase lagoon are continuing to add more infrastructure to support the all-new fireworks show coming to the park later this year.

World Showcase Lagoon firework platform construction - July 19 2023

Additional pilings have been added, radiating out from the central dock. The pilings will allow a large number of barges to be docked in the lagoon to provide launch points for fireworks and lighting.

World Showcase Lagoon firework platform construction - July 19 2023

Disney has remained tight-lipped on any specific details of the new show, but we expect it to debut before the end of the year, replacing the current EPCOT Forever.

New 2023 EPCOT firework show concept art

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stuart2 hours ago

We only ever watch it from the beer garden at the Rose and Crown. I would say to be there by 7 if you want a table by the wall. We'll be there in July so cant share anything of my own, but I was very taken with how the view appears from this person's clips.

Epcot82Guy6 hours ago

Japan is my current favorite. I've watched it there, in UK, near the Refreshment Port, Norway and Mexico bridge.

SoFloMagic7 hours ago

My favorite move is showing up 15 minutes before the show in the old fastpass viewing area. Great spot with very good sound and the closest you can get to the fireworks, but tough to see fountains and fireworks at the same time if you're into that.

TrainsOfDisney13 hours ago

Depending on the crowds you can usually get a decent spot around Japan pretty last minute. That’s always been one of my favorite spots to see all of the Epcot shows.

trainplane315 hours ago

For the Japan view in February, I walked up about 20 minutes before (coming right from Impressions de France). Germany was a solid hour since it was debut night.

wbostic1215 hours ago

For all the arguments and attacks this site can sometimes hold, these are the moments that I know there are good people on this site. Thanks everybody! How early do you need to reserve these spots?

Starship82416 hours ago

I haven't seen the show in person so I don't know the best spots, but check the weather to see where the wind is blowing to make sure all the smoke doesn't blow right in your face.

Touchdown16 hours ago

Anywhere with a clear view of the central structure is fine.

trainplane316 hours ago

I personally prefer watching it from the "back" of WS, that way I can see the little things SSE does at the beginning and ending bits of the show. Left of Japan: Germany: (Truly amazing shaky cam footage from a chest high level) So basically, any place along the back stretch with a view of SSE is what I'll recommend.

hismattjesty16 hours ago

Right out front and to the right (facing the lagoon) of Norway. Air launch point, completely unobstructed, and right next to a speaker. Was just there Tuesday myself as well. No pictures or video of it as I don't live my life buried in my phone, and there are plenty of better pictures and video from professionals out there.

gerarar16 hours ago

Italy is probably one of the best places to see the show. You get a perfect view of Spaceship Earth when it does its thing during the intro, I See the Light, and the finale. You also get 2 perfect heartbeats in the finale. The spotlights from around World Showcase are also easier to see when they converge ("Come Together As One!..") Another spot is near Japan for same reasons above. But that place is more crowded seems like. Italy pics: Basically if you line yourself up with one the barges, you'll get some perfect heartbeats. All that really matters then is if you want to see Spaceship Earth's interaction with the show and proximity to the show. Also note, I haven't seen the show in-person yet, but I see pretty much every livestream and video posted on YouTube lol. This comparison video I made a while back will give you an idea of seeing it from Italy vs. Japan:

wbostic1216 hours ago

Alright, this may be a big ask, but I feel like this forum is the best place to ask it. I am going to EPCOT on Monday for the first time in about 3 years after my college exams end, and was wondering what everyone's opinion for the best place to watch Luminous is. I know it's not the same stress as Harmonious, but I still want the best view of the show. Has anyone found what they believe is the best place to watch the show with the least obstructions, especially if I don't want to camp out forever prior to the show? (Also, pictures of the view are appreciated.)

Starship8242 days ago

Yeah it's weird the ending songs lists "Wondrous Journeys - Cast" while the main theme doesn't.

wbostic122 days ago

Definitely. Also something to help with the search that I noticed was both an anomaly and potentially to keep an eye out for. The two past releases of domestic fireworks soundtracks have been Wondrous Journeys and WOC:One. One makes more sense, as when you search for it, it shows the featured vocalist by default, in this case Cody Fry. However, for WJ both the theme and post show music are put into one single combined, with the theme being directly credited to the singers, and shows it as a suggestion as I search for that single. However, for whatever reason, the post show music (which has the artist Lawrence in the track title) doesn’t show up at all. I have no idea if that means anything, or is remotely helpful, or is just some kind of bizarre anomaly, but I noticed it and thought I should share.