Fourth of July

The parks have been super busy over the Fourth of July weekend. On Sunday 3rd and Monday 4th the Magic Kingdom park had special firework displays, different to the usual Wishes spectacular, that were held at 9pm each night. I was scheduled to assist with Parade Audience Control both these nights, which meant I was not in the Mansion but in the hub area of the park directing foot traffic flow.

People began staking out their spots for firework viewing around 5pm so by the time 9pm came it was so crowded there was no movement possible! I was lucky enough to get to see the fireworks but the crowds were just overwelming and I am glad I don't have to do anymore PAC shifts!

Because I had to wear a different costume for this role I was allowed to go anywhere in the park. After the 10pm parade had passed through on the 4th I was given a garbage bag and a pair of gloves and instructed to 'go tidy up', so I managed to wander around all the different lands of the Magic Kingdom in one work shift (not normally possible in Mansion costume).

During the day on the 4th I went to EPCOT to see a concert performed by the Disney accapella group 'Voices of Liberty'. As you can imagine all the songs were based on 'Yay America' but it was quite entertaining and Mickey, Donald and Goofy were there dressed as Independence Day drummers.

I have recieved my final work schedule at the Mansion and will leave the Disney International College Program in less than 10 days now. I have had a really great time here but am looking forward to heading home very much.

Have a Magical Day and Watch Your Step!

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