Glimmering Bayou: Disney World begins lighting tests at Tiana's Bayou Adventure

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Tiana's Bayou Adventure nighttime lighting test April 21 2024

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Posted: Monday April 22, 2024 9:30am ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

Lighting tests have been underway over the last week at Tiana's Bayou Adventure in Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom, giving guests a first look at the new attraction after dark.

Tiana's Bayou Adventure nighttime lighting test April 21 2024

The tiara topped Tiana's Food tower is bathed in a deep orange glow from the support platform.

Tiana's Bayou Adventure nighttime lighting test April 21 2024

The bayou is lit in shades of blue, purple, and green from fixtures in the water and throughout the area.

Tiana's Bayou Adventure nighttime lighting test April 21 2024

Completing the bayou scene, we also see flickering lights from fireflies.

Tiana's Bayou Adventure nighttime lighting test April 21 2024

We are still waiting for a precise opening date, but Disney has previously said that Tiana's Bayou Adventure will open this summer at Walt Disney World and later in 2024 at Disneyland. The current best estimates are still leaning toward the mid-June timeframe, with previews expected before then.

Tiana's Bayou Adventure nighttime lighting test April 21 2024

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eddie1041 minute ago

Thank you for understanding where I was coming from.

gerarar25 minutes ago

Yay another BATB Live! fan. Felt like I was the only one around here haha. Would hate to see it go. They absolutely must boost the park with new attractions and entertainment before they dare even touch it imo. But I do keep up with the show as much as possible; go watch every new recording and livestream of it out there lol. I love all the current CMs that play Belle and Gaston and how they each bring something new to the role. One thing I wish they would bring back post-Covid is the kickline with Belle and the dancers.

LittleBuford33 minutes ago

It’s funny how one can develop a special relationship to an attraction or show that everyone else seems to hate. I guess that’s the power of Disney for you.

SilentWindODoom35 minutes ago

Besides the problems I pointed out (cheap-looking fish with obvious plastic arms, rushed finale), I actually have a higher opinion of the rest. Those things just really drag it down, especially since they're such important parts of the experience. Mine is the Beauty and the Beast stage show. It's my second favorite Disney film and my mom's favorite and an absolute must-do for us every single trip. Given how good the soundtrack is, it's always a fun time. I shudder to think how my mom will react if they replace it as it seems everyone but me on here dreams will happen as soon as possible.

splah40 minutes ago

I’m glad to see that I would’ve done with the grasses in front of the fence is happening. They certainly filled in a lot, made it denser and varied. The smaller, fuller plants are adding a lot of depth to the pond everywhere

ToTBellHop46 minutes ago

I enjoy it if the wait is 20 minutes or less.

LittleBuford51 minutes ago

I felt the same away about the Voyage of the Little Mermaid show. I'm glad it's coming back!

Mr. Sullivan54 minutes ago

If this thread has taught me anything it's that I might be the only person in the world who really enjoys The Little Mermaid rides

LittleBuford1 hour ago

I agree with pretty much all of this, but in view of the fact that @eddie104 gave @Disney Analyst's post a love reaction, I think he was actually trying to agree with and elaborate on his point, though I can see why it looked like he was doing the opposite. It could just be a misunderstanding that's led to the spat between the two of you.