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Pirates of the Caribbean at Disneyland park in Anaheim, Calif., has reopened with new magic to one of the attraction’s classic scenes: the treasure-filled grotto. Guests floating past this scene witness a pirate sitting atop a pile of cursed gold transform from a flesh-and-blood buccaneer to a skeleton right before their eyes. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)

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Pirates of the Caribbean Reopens Today with Fresh Magic

If you are heading to Disneyland park today, you are in for a massive treat. The iconic Pirates of the Caribbean attraction in New Orleans Square is officially reopening to guests today, and it’s bringing some brand-new magic along with it.

While we always love returning to this classic boat ride, Disney has added a stunning new special effect to one of the attraction’s most beloved opening scenes: the treasure-filled grotto.

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For the very first time, as guests float past the cavernous glittering treasure room, they will witness a cursed pirate sitting atop a massive pile of gold. Right before your eyes, this flesh-and-blood buccaneer will transform into a skeleton!

This eerie new illusion perfectly ties into the classic Pirates of the Caribbean lore we all know and love, seamlessly blending state-of-the-art theme park magic with the nostalgic charm of the original ride.

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What You Need to Know Before You Go:

  • Location: New Orleans Square, Disneyland Park (Anaheim, Calif.)
  • Reopening Date: Today!
  • Keep an Eye Out: The new transformation effect happens early in the ride within the skeletal grotto caves before you drop into the battle scene.

Whether you’re a local passholder or planning a summer vacation, you won’t want to miss seeing this incredible new effect in person.

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