Disney fireworks back from hiatus

Hong Kong Disneyland's signature firework display will make a comeback next year over the Castle of Magical Dreams after four years of darkness, the theme park announced yesterday.

The performance was previously put on hold in 2018 for a facelift for the iconic landmark, and was later suspended due to the pandemic.

Apart from the firework display, the Castle of Magical Dreams will feature projection mapping, theatrical lighting, lasers, water fountains and flames as part of its latest multimedia show.

"This brand-new multimedia show will turn the Castle of Magical Dreams into a canvas of light and sound that will touch your heart by taking you on a journey of life's cherished moments through the lens of Disney stories," a representative for the park said.

The night-time spectacular will be displayed to visitors from Friday to Sunday evenings next year, he said, adding that the theme park is still ironing out a timetable.

The park will also roll out seasonal celebrations featuring Disney characters next year, including the Magical Year After Year Lunar New Year celebration from next January to February.

The event will feature Tigger from Winnie the Pooh to kick off the Year of the Tiger.

Likewise, the Pixar Water Play Street Party will perform in the park's main street from next June to August, while the Disney Halloween Time Party will be held from September to October.

Christmas lovers should take care not to miss the Disney Christmas event next November and December, featuring Mickey Mouse and other characters dolled up in festive costumes.

The representative said that more superheroes, along with the new fox character LinaBell, will be joining the Disney family next year.