River Belle Terrace / Fantasmic

Fantasmic is one of our favorite things to do in the park.  It is a live action night show revolving around Mickey Mouse's dreams.  Seating is around the Rivers of America with a majority of the events happening on Tom Sawyer's Island.  You must see Fantasmic during your stay in the park.   

Many people wait to see Fantasmic up to three hours before it is scheduled to begin.  This is common and the areas get very packed with people.  You can join the rest of the people and sit on the ground uncomfortably for 3 hours or you can enjoy the show from a distance with the same effect. 
Our suggestion is watching the show from the River Belle Terrace restaurant.  It is directly across from Tom Sawyer's island and they have tables and chairs for more comfort. 
You will want to sit at the tables closest to the water for the best view of the show.  You can see the show from any table however, umbrellas are near each table and can have some effect on your view.  Do not remove the umbrellas.  You will get yelled at by Cast Members.  You will still need to arrive hours before the show but you can scope out a table and grab some dinner and have a few people wait for the show while the rest go explore the park. 

We find that if you buy food in the park or at the restaurant you feel better about saving a table for hours and you don't feel guilty.  We have eaten at this restaurant and the food is good.  One of our favorite things to buy here is the hot cocoa.  You can sip it while enjoying the show and it is pretty good deal.

If you see Fantasmic on a night that also has a fireworks show, you can stay seated at your table and watch the fireworks show.  You may have an obstructed view due to the trees but the experience is pretty great!

During the busy days at the park Fantasmic has multiple showings.  The above information is in relation to the first showing.  If you plan on attending the second showing of Fantasmic you probably should head the the River Belle Terrace as soon as the first show ends to claim your seat.

People tend to leave the park after the fireworks.  This is another great opportunity to get on some of the rides you missed during the day.  The park is completely different after dark.
For a listing of what items are offered at The River Belle Terrace click here.