Magic Kingdom

In a futuristic control room aglow with neon lights, a robot expertly shields from laser beams. Reminiscent of Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin, the spaceship interior buzzes with monitors displaying data, capturing the essence of a sci-fi Magic Kingdom adventure.

Permit Filed for Electrical Work as Part of Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Overhaul at Magic Kingdom

Shannen Ace

Walt Disney Imagineering filed a permit for the impending overhaul of Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom. Buzz ...

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‘Cars’ Expansion Fun Map Includes Tom Sawyer Island Barrel Bridge

Shannen Ace

A classic feature of Tom Sawyer Island can be spotted when looking closely at the “fun map” for the “Cars” ...

A breathtaking night view of a brightly lit castle reminiscent of Disney's Magic Kingdom, with blue lights and radiant beams illuminating the sky. The foreground features circular paths and gardens, creating a magical scene as if captured from enchanting aerial footage.

Extended Evening Hours Returning to Magic Kingdom in August 2025

Shannen Ace

After a run of extended evening hours at EPCOT and Disney’s Animal Kingdom, the resort guest perk will return to ...

Collage of Disney attractions: riverboat, red train, park map, and Test Track sign offers a daily recap of park highlights.

Disney Announces Closing Date for Rivers of America, Shares Details of New ‘Cars’ Area: Daily Recap (6/3/25)

Gretchen McDermid

Disney announced a closing date for the Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island, more details were revealed for the ...

Futuristic attraction with orbiting planets and metallic structures under a cloudy sky at a theme park.

More Planets Reinstalled on Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom

Shannen Ace

More planets have returned to orbit in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom as Astro Orbiter is reconstructed. Astro Orbiter Astro Orbiter ...

Fun Map featuring a snowy mountain, waterfalls, winding river, and forested paths with trees and rocks.

‘Cars’ Area of Frontierland Will Have River, Waterfalls, & Other Water Features to Replace Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom

Katie Francis

Since the announcement that the Rivers of America would be demolished to add a “Cars” expansion to Frontierland at Magic ...

Aerial view of Magic Kingdom with a colorful overlay highlighting a Cars-Themed Frontierland and Piston Peak attractions.

Imagineers Finally Explain How “Cars” Will Fit Into Cars Area in Magic Kingdom Frontierland

Katie Francis

Disney Cars Area Magic Kingdom Rockey Mountains for Disney Cars Area Piston Peak National Park Off Road Competition Since the ...

Cartoon park ranger greets a smiling green car beside a "Welcome to Piston Peak" sign, like a Cars Ride in Magic Kingdom.

New Original Character for Cars Ride at Magic Kingdom Pays Homage to Classic Disney Cartoons

Katie Francis

A new original character has been introduced for the upcoming Cars attraction at Magic Kingdom, and he serves as an ...

A cartoon car with expressive eyes drives through a mountainous landscape in Frontierland, splashing through water with other animated vehicles in the background, reminiscent of a whimsical journey through the Magic Kingdom.

‘Cars’ Area of Frontierland Designed With Sightlines in Mind — Guests ‘Won’t See Piston Peak’ or Hear Engines Around Magic Kingdom

Katie Francis

When talking about the upcoming “Cars”-themed expansion of Frontierland, Imagineers discussed their approach to ensuring the sightlines and storytelling of ...

A large "Closing Date Announced!" text over Harper's Mill and a riverboat sails the Rivers of America at a theme park.

BREAKING: Closing Date Announced for Rivers of America, Tom Sawyer Island, and Liberty Square Riverboat

Katie Francis

Closing Date for Rivers of America History of the Rivers of America Attractions Rivers of America – What’s next: The ...

A bright red Walt Disney World Railroad train engine waits at a Magic Kingdom station with its conductor in the cab.

Frontierland Railroad Station Closing, Walt Disney World Railroad Will Temporarily Run in ‘Shuttle Mode’ with Some Reversed Seating

Katie Francis

Disney has confirmed that there will be operational changes to the Walt Disney World Railroad during the upcoming Frontierland expansion. ...

Fun Map: Illustrated map of Piston Peak National Park with attractions, waterfalls, forests, and a smiling green ranger vehicle.

FIRST LOOK: ‘Fun Map’ Reveals New Details of Cars Area in Frontierland at Magic Kingdom

Katie Francis

A classic Disney “fun map” has been revealed for the Cars-themed Frontierland expansion coming to Magic Kingdom. The map is ...

A crowd walks down Main Street toward Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom on a sunny day.

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom and EPCOT 5/30/2025 (Emporium Updates, New Pride Collection, and Rainy Day Cavalcades)

Bryce B.

Howdy! Today was a very confusing weather day; one second it was sunny, and the next, it was a downpour. ...

A yellow and black windmill structure stands in front of rocky orange cliffs behind a wooden fence.

PHOTOS: Envelope Testing Begins on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad After All New Track Installed

Shannen Ace

Now that all the new track has been installed on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom, Disney is starting ...

A mural of a rainbow and “LOVE” inside a Mickey Mouse shape on a purple wall.

Pride Murals Return to Walt Disney World for June 2025

Brit Tuttle

This Sunday, June 1, kicks off Pride Month 2025, and Walt Disney World Resort has brought back the Pride murals ...

People walk past Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café at a theme park, with trees and scattered clouds in the background.

Construction Walls Come Down in Tomorrowland, Revealing More Magic Kingdom Pavement Work

Shannen Ace

Crews have been replacing the pavement between Tomorrowland and Fantasyland for the past several weeks. Construction walls came down from ...