Night of Joy event

[WondersOfLife]

So me, my sister and my dad are having to go to Orlando Florida, which is where our Disney cruise to the caribbean takes off! But we're leaving a day early so we can check out the Night of Joy event on Friday. I know it's a bunch of contemporary christian bands and I certainly can't wait to see Skillet and Audio Adrenaline and those bands play! Is there any input on this? Like, what all is there? I imagine that it will obviously be packed. Is it just in the park or what? I know the ticket is only like between 50 and 60 dollars. What are all the details?

 

[jensenrick]

I haven't been to NoJ in years, but I recall it being a lot of fun, especially when AA or the Newsboys were playing. Basically several stages are set up around the MK for the music acts, and most of the rides are open. Try to find a schedule as soon as possible, so you can see what acts are playing at what time. Have a good time!

 

[tare]

I have thought about going to this but none of the music has really interested me.

 

[MaxsDad]

I have been to NoJ the past 4 years and we enjoy it. Friday night is usually less crowded than Saturday. I would describe neither as packed.

There are three stages with concerts going on simultaneously. The castle stage has the headliners. The crowd during the show fills up the hub area. There is typically controlled access to the front of the stage. (Only so many are let in up there). Most are standing. It is hard to find a good view that also has a seat. The shows last about 45 min to an hour.

The other two stages are in Tomorrowland. One is between Buzz and CoP, the other is that stage between Astro Orbitor and the Space Mt. Bathrooms.

You can get into the MK as early as 4pm with your NoJ ticket. At that time, all rides are open. At 7 pm, only the select rides are open. As I recall Jungle Cruise, does not run during NoJ, but most rides are open. Last year it seemed that they were closing a lot of the rides during the evening temporarily, which was frustrating.

No table service is open. Ray's and Bill's is open. Harbor House is closed, I believe.

We usually arrive early and try and ride rides before the shows start. Then between shows catch a ride or get a bite. I enjoy being around young people, youth gruops etc, so I like the crowd atmosphere. There are college aged kids and parental types there as well. There are a few vendors selling t shirts, cd's, etc. There is always a charity-sponsor raising money for a cause, like hunger abuse, etc.

If you have other questions, feel free to ask. For the first time, I seriously considered going to Rock the Universe this year, but we decided to stay with NoJ afterall.

 

[WondersOfLife]

Sounds freaking awesome! It's too bad I won't be there during TobyMac's event on Saturday /: But I love MercyMe.. I'll probably just see them then catch a bunch of rides.