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Disney Night of Joy 2012

September 7 & 8

By , About.com Guide

Mark Schultz with Goofy at Disney World

Mark Schultz with Goofy at Disney World

Compliments of The Walt Disney Company

Disney's contemporary Christian music event — Night of Joy — will celebrate its 30th year by presenting an unprecedented lineup of Christian music artists. The event will again be held at Disney World's Magic Kingdom.

Performances will take place at several stage locations between 7:00 p.m. and 12:30 a.m. each evening (following the regular closing of Disney's Magic Kingdom). Popular attractions will also be available for guests to enjoy during Night of Joy hours. The 2012 lineup features a host of inspirational bands, including these headlining artists:

Friday, September 7*

  • Casting Crowns
  • Chris Tomlin
  • NEEDTOBREATHE
  • Red
  • Francesca Battistelli
  • Brandon Heath
  • Royal Tailor
  • Disciple

Saturday, September 8*

  • MercyMe
  • Third Day
  • Kutless
  • Thousand Foot Krutch
  • Lecrae
  • Chris August

Information & Tickets

Night of Joy special ticket provides admission to the Magic Kingdom from 4:00 p.m. until until 1:00 a.m.. The park is regularly open until 6:00 p.m., but Night of Joy ticket holders will be issued a special wrist band allowing them access to the extended hours and concerts.

Prices for Night of Joy 2011 are $51.95 (plus tax) for advance ticket or $59.95 (plus tax) day of event. Two-night tickets are $92.95. Groups of 10 or more can purchase one-night tickets in advance for $46.95 plus tax each and two-night tickets for $87.95. For more information or to purchase tickets for Night of Joy, call 407-W-DISNEY or online www.nightofjoy.com.

In recent years, tickets have sold out well in advance, so buy your tickets as soon as possible.

* Lineup subject to change without notice.

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