New Space Mountain-Style Marquee Installed at Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin in Magic Kingdom

Buzz Lightyear is getting a fresh new launch pad in Tomorrowland. Disney has installed a brand-new marquee at Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin in Magic Kingdom as refurbishment work on the attraction continues ahead of its planned spring 2026 reopening.

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The new entrance sign features a sleek white spire design that closely resembles the iconic marquee used at Space Mountain nearby. Mounted to the center of the spire will be the main Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin attraction sign, though the lettering has not yet been installed. Beneath the sign structure, digital wait time clocks for both the standby queue and Lightning Lane are already in place.

Construction walls still surround the entrance area while crews finish installing the updated signage and continue work on new concrete flooring in front of the attraction. The installation follows the removal of the previous marquee earlier this year as part of the ongoing refurbishment.

Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin has been closed since August 2025 for a major overhaul designed to modernize the classic Tomorrowland shooter attraction. When it reopens, guests can expect new scenes, upgraded ride vehicles, and improved gameplay technology.

Among the biggest upgrades are redesigned Star Command-inspired ride vehicles featuring onboard screens that display real-time scores. The attraction will also introduce handheld blasters replacing the original fixed cannons, allowing riders to aim more freely. These new blasters will include vibration feedback, sound effects, and visible laser beams to help players track their shots.

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Interactive targets throughout the ride are also being upgraded to react more clearly when hit, lighting up and providing better gameplay feedback. Disney Imagineers have also reworked the opening sequence to introduce a new support robot named Buddy, while the hyperspace tunnel will feature updated projection technology showcasing Buzz Lightyear and Emperor Zurg.

Disney has not yet announced an official reopening date for Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin beyond a general spring 2026 timeframe, but the installation of the new marquee suggests the attraction is getting closer to welcoming Space Rangers back to Tomorrowland.

Pink Nearly Gone From Cinderella Castle as Magic Kingdom Restores Original Colors

Cinderella Castle is looking a little less rosy these days. The final traces of the pink paint added for Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary celebration are quickly disappearing as crews continue restoring the Magic Kingdom icon to its more traditional color scheme.

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During a recent visit to Magic Kingdom, only a handful of pink sections remained visible on the castle. Most of the pastel rose tones that once covered the towers and upper walls have now been repainted in soft gray, returning the structure closer to the classic look guests remember from before the anniversary makeover. Crews were seen working high above the hub in lift vehicles, focusing on the tallest central tower and areas surrounding the castle clock.

A few stubborn patches of pink can still be spotted near the top of the castle and around the upper tower walls. This includes the area where Tinker Bell begins her nightly flight during the Happily Ever After fireworks spectacular. Some sections around the balcony and the back side of the castle also still show pink paint for now, but those areas are expected to be repainted soon as work continues.

The gold accents added during the 50th anniversary transformation are also being toned down as part of the restoration. In several places, the decorative trim and gargoyle details are being repainted in light gray to match the castle’s returning color palette. In some spots, guests can see the transition happening in real time with one side already gray while the other side still shines in gold.

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The repainting project also includes refreshing other elements of the castle, including portions of the lower structure and the royal blue rooftops that crown the iconic towers. As the work wraps up, Cinderella Castle will once again reflect the more traditional color scheme guests remember from years past.

For fans who loved the bold anniversary look, the pink castle may soon be just a memory. But for those who prefer the classic fairytale palette, the Magic Kingdom’s centerpiece is nearly back to its original storybook style.

Construction Walls Up at the Grand Floridian Monorail Station During Ongoing Resort Refurbishment

Guests visiting Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will notice a bit of “pixie dust in progress” as construction continues around the resort’s monorail station. During a recent visit, construction walls were spotted surrounding the ground-level area beneath the station platform, blocking off a large section of the covered walkway near the main entrance.

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The white-themed construction walls wrap around the entire underside of the elevated monorail platform, enclosing scaffolding and work areas where crews appear to be performing structural and refurbishment work. From the outside, guests can see scaffolding reaching up toward the station platform while workers use lifts to access sections of the building. Protective sheeting has also been installed along parts of the station balcony as crews continue repairs and upgrades to the iconic Victorian-style structure.

Inside the covered arrival area, the walls guide foot traffic around the construction zone while still allowing access to the resort entrance, bell services, and guest parking areas. Several “Pardon our Pixie Dust, This Area is Closed” signs are posted along the barriers. Despite the construction footprint, the monorail station itself remains operational, and guests can still board the Resort Monorail line to Magic Kingdom and the nearby resorts.

Outside the station, the construction walls stretch around the stairways and along the walkway near the monorail beam. From certain angles, guests can spot the work happening behind the barriers, including exposed framing beneath the platform and temporary supports around structural columns. The project appears focused on refreshing and maintaining the elevated station infrastructure while keeping the surrounding resort operations running smoothly.

The Grand Floridian has been undergoing a series of refurbishment projects in recent years as Disney continues updating the flagship resort while preserving its classic seaside Victorian theme. This latest work at the monorail station is another piece of that ongoing effort to keep the resort looking pristine for guests arriving at Walt Disney World’s most elegant hotel.

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If you’re visiting the Grand Floridian soon, expect a few temporary detours around the station area, but the monorail service and resort access remain available while construction continues.