Fireworks and Parades...

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Hey DIS community

I am sorry if this is the wrong way to do this but I am a newbie!

I have just booked my First family trip to Disney actually I have never been anywhere lol. I am going January 5th -11th 2014 I have 2 kids 11,14

I was wondering if anyone can shed some light on any info tips on Fireworks at the parks. Where the best place to sit is when to go early, how they work anything. also with reservations

Also I have herd mixed rumours that there will be no parades at all at the parks. can someone shed any light on that.

Also how the parades work, where to be if you can reserve seating

I have no clue what I am doing to any of these things and am looking for as much tips and info as I can

Thank you everyone.