Magic Kingdom

Holiday decorations at a theme park celebrate the holidays at Walt Disney World, with toy soldiers, a tree, and a castle.

Jingle Cruise, Frozen Holiday Surprise, and Christmas Party Confirmed to Return for 2025 Holidays at Magic Kingdom

Shannen Ace

Disney confirmed the return of annual holiday entertainment and offerings at Magic Kingdom this year. Holidays at Magic Kingdom Cinderella ...

Disney characters ride a glowing Disney Starlight Parade train through a sparkling, purple night sky with swirling lights.

Disney Starlight Parade Will Not Perform on Nights With Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

Shannen Ace

Disney confirmed among holiday announcements that “Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away” will not perform at Magic Kingdom on the ...

Hand holding a purple Haunted Mansion tumbler with a straw inside a busy retail store with merchandise in the background.

New Haunted Mansion Starbucks Tumbler 2025 Available at Walt Disney World

Shannen Ace

The new Haunted Mansion Starbucks Tumbler 2025 featuring the ride’s famous wallpaper design has arrived at Walt Disney World. Haunted ...

Collage of Haunted Mansion Merchandise: jersey, bride doll, ghosts figurine, ornament, and mug from Walt Disney World.

 Complete List of 52 NEW Haunted Mansion Items at the Magic Kingdom (with Prices)

Katie Francis

52 new Haunted Mansion merchandise items have arrived at Walt Disney World in a new Ghost Host collection. Many of ...

Two tipis, three mannequins in Native attire around a fire, and a drying rack along the Walt Disney World Railroad complete loop.

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Complete Loop on Walt Disney World Railroad Prior to Frontierland Station Closure

Gretchen McDermid

With the closure of the Frontierland station and the Walt Disney World Railroad operating in shuttle mode, we decided to ...

The Liberty Square Riverboat, adorned with patriotic bunting, is docked beside a riverside building in Magic Kingdom.

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Final Look at Liberty Square Riverboat & Rivers of America in Magic Kingdom

Shannen Ace

The Liberty Square Riverboat in Magic Kingdom is now closed as Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island are transformed ...

A rustic wooden log fort with two towers, surrounded by trees and greenery near a small body of water.

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Final Look at Tom Sawyer Island in Magic Kingdom

Shannen Ace

Tom Sawyer Island at Magic Kingdom closed permanently to make way for a “Cars” expansion to Frontierland. Take a final ...

A rustic wooden boathouse sits by the Rivers of America, surrounded by lush trees and a docked work barge.

PHOTOS: Construction Walls Go Up, Liberty Square Riverboat Signage Removed, & Tom Sawyer Island Props Tagged for Removal as Rivers of America Demolition Begins

Shannen Ace

Construction walls and rolling planters now block the docks of the Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom as demolition work ...

A bright red Walt Disney World Railroad train with empty open-air seats at a station platform—perfect for PHOTOS.

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Walt Disney World Railroad Begins ‘Shuttle Mode’ Operations at Magic Kingdom, New Narration Features Stitch

Brit Tuttle

Following the closure of the Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom, the Walt Disney World Railroad has begun its “shuttle ...

The vibrant Clock Tower facade with its geometric shapes and numbers stands proudly at the Magic Kingdom's "it's a small world" ride. On the right, visitors are seated in boats, ready to embark on their whimsical journey.

BREAKING: Walt Disney World to Debut New “it’s a small world” Finale Scene Lyrics Alongside Disneyland

Brit Tuttle

Disney has announced that alongside Disneyland, the Walt Disney World version of “it’s a small world” will also debut new ...

A hand holds a Magic Kingdom guide map featuring a smiling girl dressed as a princess on the cover.

Updated Magic Kingdom Guidemap Removes Rivers of America, Tom Sawyer Island, and Liberty Square Riverboat

Brit Tuttle

In addition to updating the map for Magic Kingdom on My Disney Experience, Walt Disney World has also released a ...

Map view with Rivers of America in Frontierland, Liberty Square on the right, and lush trees center stage.

My Disney Experience App Removes Rivers of America, Updates Walt Disney World Railroad Route to Illustrate ‘Shuttle Mode’

Brit Tuttle

Walt Disney World updated its My Disney Experience mobile app last night to remove Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer ...

The Liberty Square Riverboat sparkles at night, marking its last-ever ride at Magic Kingdom.

VIDEO: Last Ride Ever on the Liberty Square Riverboat at Magic Kingdom

Katie Francis

The Liberty Square Riverboat made its final journey on Sunday, July 6, 2025, and WDWNT was onboard for the last ...

A paddle steamboat with string lights glides past a lit Magic Kingdom riverside building, reflecting on calm water.

Liberty Square Riverboat & Rivers of America Now Permanently Closed to Make Way for ‘Cars’ at Magic Kingdom

Katie Francis

Rivers of America Closure Rivers of America Closure Liberty Square Riverboat Final Journey Rivers of America Closure Disney World Watch ...

Left: Tom Sawyer Island sign by the water; right: "Permanently Closed" sign blocks Magic Kingdom entrance with a person nearby.

Tom Sawyer Island Now Permanently Closed at Magic Kingdom

Katie Francis

Tom Sawyer Island has now permanently closed at the Magic Kingdom. The last raft of guests departed to the island ...

Four jewelry display cases with Rebecca Hook necklaces, earrings, and a Citizen watch on red velvet stands.

New Rebecca Hook Jewelry Designs & Stitch Watch Now Available at Walt Disney World

Jamie Rowland

A few new jewelry items, including some by designer Rebecca Hook, have arrived at Magic Kingdom. We found the new pieces ...