Magic Kingdom Expansion to be Biggest in Disney’s History
At Destination D23 today, we got some news regarding the Magic Kingdom expansion! This expansion project will be the biggest expansion in Disney’s history. Bruce Vaughn, chief creative officer of Walt Disney Imagineering, shared some updates during a panel this morning.
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This expansion will be similar to Pandora — The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Many new offerings being considered, like attractions, restaurants, shows, and more for “Beyond Big Thunder Mountain”.
Many new ideas were first introduced at D23 Expo last year. Ideas included lands themed to “Coco,” “Encanto,” and an entire area dedicated to Disney Villains. The “Encanto” idea is most likely off the table as it is most likely coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
Also announced today for Magic Kingdom:
- Hatbox Ghost is coming to the Haunted Mansion attraction in Florida in late November! Disney Imagineer Daniel Joseph joined Josh D’Amaro on stage for the exciting announcement and sharing more about Hatbox Ghost – one of our most well-known grim grinning ghosts. Hatbox Ghost will be materializing in the Haunted Mansion as you pass the attraction’s Endless Hallway.
- At Walt Disney World, the Country Bear Jamboree is getting new songs and the bears will be performing a new act in 2024! Disney Imagineer Chris Beatty shared when the show debuts, the bears will be reinterpreting favorite Disney songs in different genres of country music. Imagineers are envisioning the new experience as a homage to the classic musical revues in Nashville and they’re working with Nashville musicians to get the authentic country sound. The Country Bear Jamboree will still have the fun and friendly tone fans enjoy with the same famous characters like the loveable Trixie, Big Al and others.
- A new Pirates of the Caribbean-themed lounge is coming to Adventureland at Magic Kingdom Park in Florida. This first-of-its-kind experience will extend the story of Pirates of the Caribbean. Imagineers are in the design process now and more details are coming in the future.
What are you most excited for in regards to the Magic Kingdom expansion?
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