Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights to Close After This Year

[MW1218]

Confirmed by Disney on the Parks Blog.

"As you plan ahead, we also wanted you to know that this holiday season will mark the finale for The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights. The display of lights has enjoyed a successful run at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, going all the way back to when it first appeared on Residential Street.
In order to prepare for some incredible experiences coming to the park, including the recently announced Toy Story Land and a Star Wars-themed land, we will not be able to present The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights in the future. Our heartfelt thanks go out to the family of Jennings Osborne for letting us share their family tradition year after year. And thank you to all of you for being part of the spectacle with us. Here’s to making more memories in this, the 20th and final year."

Also:

Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights – Celebrate A Holiday Tradition One More Time


With the holidays right around the corner, there are two more options for seasonal fun coming to the Walt Disney World® Resort. This year at Disney's Hollywood Studios®, guests can enjoy two special experiences as they are surrounded by The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights – the Merry & Bright Dessert Party (Nov. 6-Dec. 30, 2015) and the Merry & Bright Dinner Reception (Jan. 1-3, 2016).

The dessert party includes holiday-themed desserts, while the dinner reception features a selection of small bites, including beef, shrimp, and turkey, as well as wine, beer, and specialty beverages. Reservations for both the Merry & Bright Dessert Party and Dinner Reception will be available beginning Sept. 16, 2015.

Please note that this season marks the finale for The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights, as the park prepares for incredible new experiences, including the recently announced Toy Story Land and a Star Wars-themed land.

[Cass&KenziesMom]

I'm so glad we got to see it this past Christmas!

[cuteduck223]

this is always one of our favorite nights over christmas vacation. i was really sad to hear its going away.

[Katzateer]

One of my and Grandma's favorite Christmas time traditions. I will miss it.

Glad I will get to see it this December!!

[EeyoresBestFriend]

The end of a great tradition. Hope that this year is better than ever as a final hurrah.

I'm glad that we will get to see it

[laprana]

Oh, this makes me sad. I knew there have been rumors about it closing, but still...what a bummer that it's now official. I'm glad I'll get to see it one last time in November!

[Jeff]

Very sad news. Seeing these lights has become a Christmas tradition for my family!

[forever a child]

So sad! I am so glad I will get to see them one last time!

[SurferStitch]

So sad. But... I am thankful we will get to see it this December. I'll have to carve out some extra time to see it a few times.

[KronkHere]

We will miss it! It was a family highlight, favorite tradition during our Thanksgiving week visits. So sad to to see it go.

[Stu29573]

I'm glad my grandkids will see them this December!

[DisneyDadfromPittsburgh]

Another sad vote here, so glad I and the family got to experience it

[DNS]

I love these lights. Worth a trip just to see them.

[PopPhan]

I guess that really puts the nail in the proverbial coffin for the Streets of America. Not that there was much going on in that area other than OSL, but will still be sad to see it go.

[DisneyEpcotDad]

Since the first time seeing it in person it has been a must see when visiting Disney in November/December. I'm hoping Disney will relocate it somewhere else on the vast property holdings of Disney World. I'm sure it would do well still attendance wise as an attraction of it's own with a separate entry fee to see it.

[Pally]

Very sad to see it go. Very happy we are visiting this Christmas. Love the lights.

[John]

Seems to me they could have moved this elsewhere... and kept the tradition going. Sad this is coming to an end.

[Jeff]

Seems to me they could have moved this elsewhere... and kept the tradition going. Sad this is coming to an end.

Agreed. Move it to the Boardwalk Area!

[Ed]

I see that an online petition has been started asking Disney to keep this.

I agree with Jeff that the Boardwalk area would seem to be a perfect location to relocate the display, but knowing Disney, if they relocate it anywhere it will be an area that has an admi$$ion charge.

[brad192]

Even if Disney doesn't want to keep it or relocate it, it's such a grand spectacle that it should be displayed somewhere! They could sell (or donate) it to another park or organization that would lovingly preserve the magic and tradition of it for years to come. I'd still rather they hang onto it though.