Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, hosts its 29th annual Night of Joy on September 9 and 10, 2011, at the Magic Kingdom. One of contemporary Christian music’s premier events, 16 artists will perform on four stages throughout the park, including performances in front of the ever-popular Cinderella’s Castle.
The music begins at 7:00 p.m. each evening, but Night of Joy ticket holders will be admitted to the park beginning at 4:00 p.m. to enjoy rides, shops, and character sightings. The event continues until 1:00 am on both nights.
Select rides, including Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Space Mountain, Splash Mountain, and Pirates of the Caribbean, will also be running into the early morning hour.
In keeping with the tradition set over nearly three decades, Disney offers a diverse line-up again this year to accommodate most musical preferences.
Artists slated to appear, and their musical genre, include:
Friday, September 9, 2011
newboys (Praise/Rock)
Jeremy Camp (Praise/Rock)
Skillet (Rock)
Matthew West (Adult Contemporary)
Francesca Battistelli (Pop)
Group 1 Crew (Hip Hop)
Sidewalk Prophets (Adult Contemporary)
Disciple (Rock)
Saturday, September 10, 2011
Mercy Me (Praise/Rock)
TobyMac (Hip Hop)
Jars of Clay (Praise/Rock)
Marvin Sapp (Gospel)
Sanctus Real (Praise/Rock)
Kutless (Rock)
Chris August (Adult Contemporary)
VaShawn Mitchell (Gospel)
Tickets are on sale now. A two-night advance purchase is $92.95 plus tax or one night for $51.95 plus tax. Group tickets are available and can be purchased by calling 877-648-3569 or on the group sales website. One-night tickets, if available, will be $59.95 at the gate. Night of Joy has sold out early in most recent years, so advanced purchase is advised.