New Notice of Commencement Suggests Big Thunder Mountain Closed for Refurbishment till 2026

New Notice of Commencement Suggests Big Thunder Mountain Closed for Refurbishment till 2026 A new Notice of Commencement has been filed for the ongoing refurbishment of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom. This signifies a key step forward in the extensive project, which is scheduled to commence in early

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Captain America Chris Evans Pulls the Sword from the Stone at Magic Kingdom

Captain America Chris Evans Pulls the Sword from the Stone at Magic Kingdom In a recent visit to Magic Kingdom, actor Chris Evans, known for his role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, attempted to extract the sword from the stone. Related – First Magic Kingdom After Hours Event of 2025

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Disney World Delays the Reopening of Tortuga Tavern Indefinitely

Tortuga Tavern at Magic Kingdom: Reopening Uncertainty for Pirate-Inspired Eatery Tortuga Tavern at Magic Kingdom has been a favorite spot for swashbucklers to refuel with hearty pirate fare during high-crowd times, offering menu items like the Barbecued Slaw Dog and the Peanut Butter, Chocolate-Hazelnut Spread, and Banana Sandwich. However, recent

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Disney World Extends Theme Park Hours at Magic & Animal Kingdoms in January

Disney Extends Park Hours at Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom for Early January 2025 If you’re planning a trip to Walt Disney World Resort in early to mid-January, you’re in luck—Disney has extended operating hours at both Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom during this timeframe. The extra hours

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Disney Files Permit to Install New Projectors at Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin in Magic Kingdom

Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Getting Upgraded at Magic Kingdom? A new permit hints at some updates coming to Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin in Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland. The notice of commencement lists the address as 1305 Monorail Way, the location of the iconic shooting gallery attraction, and describes the

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Lightning Lane Premier Pass Sells Out for Epcot and Magic Kingdom Ahead of Christmas Week

Lightning Lane Premier Pass Sells Out for the Holidays at Walt Disney World The holiday rush has hit Walt Disney World, and the highly coveted Lightning Lane Premier Pass is officially sold out for several peak days. With crowds surging as Christmas approaches, this one-time-entry pass for all Lightning Lane

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Disney Submits Magic Kingdom Transformation Plans to South Florida Water Management District

The transformation of Magic Kingdom’s Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island is moving forward, with Walt Disney World submitting revised plans to the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD). This marks the latest step in Disney’s journey to turn these classic park areas into an all-new “Cars”-themed land. Related:

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Hall of Presidents Closing for Trump Update in January 2025

The Hall of Presidents at Magic Kingdom Closing for Refurbishment in January 2025 The Hall of Presidents at Magic Kingdom will temporarily close for refurbishment starting January 20, 2025, according to the Walt Disney World refurbishment calendar. While Disney has yet to announce a specific reopening date, this closure aligns

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Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom will close in January for LONG Refurbishment

Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom Set for a Cosmic Tune-Up in 2025 Tomorrowland’s favorite high-flying spacecraft is preparing to head back to its maintenance bay for a little space-aged TLC. Disney has announced that Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom will temporarily close for a refurbishment starting January 13, 2025, with

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Work Begins on New Disney Vacation Club Lounge Coming to Magic Kingdom

Work Begins on New Disney Vacation Club Lounge Coming to Magic Kingdom The exterior work has started on the upcoming Disney Vacation Club lounge, ‘McKim’s Mile House,’ which is being built within the former Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade location at the Magic Kingdom. Related – New EPCOT Spaceship Earth Lounge Expected

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Large Crane Visible Behind Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Walt Disney World

A large crane has moved into The Wildest Ride in the Wilderness Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is gearing up for a major transformation, and construction activity is heating up! A towering yellow crane has arrived behind the attraction, signaling significant progress in Magic Kingdom’s Beyond Big Thunder expansion. Related: Disney

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Disney Granted Extension for Cars Land Expansion in Frontierland Until January 2025

Disney Granted Extension for Cars Land Expansion in Frontierland Until January 2025 Disney’s plans for a Cars-themed expansion in Frontierland are moving forward—albeit with a slight delay. The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) has approved Disney’s request for an extension to finalize plans related to the replacement of Rivers

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Disney World Extends Theme Park Hours for Christmas Week

Walt Disney World Extends Park Hours for Christmas Week: Here’s What You Need to Know! The most magical time of the year just got a little brighter at Walt Disney World! To accommodate the holiday crowds, Disney has extended operating hours across its parks for Christmas week, giving guests more

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