The Sword in the Sword ceremony is seasonal, and is conducted in the busier times of the year.

Generally this means weekends during the off-season and daily during the summer. The show takes place multiple times a day -- check the Disneyland Times Guide for details.

To be a volunteer arrive early and stand at/near the front. Adult volunteers seem to be selected mostly on the basis of their size and level of boredom.

Small children get a kick out of this - especially if they are chosen as Ruler!

Merlin will usually remain after the ceremony to sign autographs and pose for pictures.