‘Frozen Holiday Surprise’ Kicks Off 2024 Holiday Season at Magic Kingdom

A magical light show at the theme park dazzles with a Frozen holiday surprise, featuring a decorated castle and costumed characters performing enchantingly on stage.

“Frozen Holiday Surprise” returned to the Magic Kingdom on November 5, 2024, after debuting in 2023. ‘Frozen Holiday Surprise’ The live show, performed on the Cinderella Castle forecourt stage, features the main characters of the “Frozen” series getting ready for the holidays. Anna and Elsa wear their winter-time outfits, first seen in “Olaf’s Frozen Adventure.” … Read more

New Cinderella Castle Stage Refurbishment Seemingly Complete at Magic Kingdom

Construction barriers surround a section of the theme park near the castle stage, with signs that read, "Please pardon our pixie dust." The area appears to be undergoing maintenance or renovations.

The Cinderella Castle stage refurbishment at Magic Kingdom is seemingly complete with new flooring installed and painted. Cinderella Castle Stage Refurbishment The flooring refurbishment at the Cinderella Castle stage appears to be complete. While temporary fencing and green tarps still block entry to the area, blue-gray paint has dried and there are no signs of … Read more

Flooring Removed From Cinderella Castle Stage for Refurbishment

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Some of the flooring of the Cinderella Castle stage at Magic Kingdom has been removed to be replaced as part of an ongoing refurbishment. Cinderella Castle Stage Refurbishment The refurbishment began a few days ago, with scrims installed around the stage and rolling planters stationed to the sides. Guests can still walk up the ramps … Read more

Cinderella Castle Stage Refurbishment Begins at Magic Kingdom

A sign on a construction barrier reads, "With sincerest apologies... Please pardon our pixie dust. The Royal Crest of Talent of Edge and Color." The barrier is in front of a castle façade.

Cinderella Castle Stage has begun a three-week refurbishment today, likely in anticipation of the holiday season shows that will be performed there for events including  Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and  Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Cinderella Castle Stage Refurbishment Begins Scrim borders have been placed around the perimeter of the stage, with signage asking guests … Read more

Cinderella Castle Stage Shows Canceled for 3 Weeks

Let the Magic Begin stage show in front of Cinderella Castle with 50th anniversary decorations

“Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire” and “Let the Magic Begin” will not be performed for the next three weeks, as a Cinderella Castle stage refurbishment takes place. Cinderella Castle Stage Refurbishment at Magic Kingdom Two stage shows that take place in front of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom will not be performed due to a stage … Read more

Showtimes Adjusted on More Days in March for Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire

Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire, the new castle stage show at Magic Kingdom, debuted a few days ago. While the show will be performed five times a day in the foreseeable future, the exact showtimes vary almost day-to-day. Through March 2, Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire will continue to be performed at 12:15 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:45 … Read more

‘Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire’ Coming to the Magic Kingdom Will Feature a New Original Song

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The new castle forecourt stage show, “Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire,” is coming in 2022, and it will feature a new, original song. The show will be an updated version of the former “Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire” and will feature similar scenes, plus the brand-new song, “Where Magic Feels Like Home.” It will have new opening … Read more

BREAKING: New Castle Stage Show ‘Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire’ Coming to the Magic Kingdom in 2022

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Just announced at Destination D23, a new castle stage show is coming to the Magic Kingdom. “Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire” is the new castle forecourt show, debuting for the 50th anniversary of the Magic Kingdom. No date other than 2022 was announced at this time. It replaces the former “Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire.” The new … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 11/10/21 (EARidescent Loungefly Backpack Arrives, Ferry Boat Upper-Level Ramps Now In Use, Polynesian 50th Anniversary Ears, & More)

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Seasons greetings from a cloudy morning at Cinderella Castle! The most anticipated EARidescent Loungefly backpack arrived bright and early at The Emporium this morning. Tony’s Town Square Theater received some larger versions of the same smaller banners that were recently installed. Santa Paws came early to Uptown Jewelers, where a new Dooney & Bourke Limited … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (11/10/21): Disney May Reduce Food Portions to Increase Profit, Culturally Diverse Casting for Santa Claus, 50th Anniversary EARidescent Loungefly Backpack, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, November 10, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTO, VIDEO: Main Street Philharmonic Performs on Cinderella Castle Stage at the Magic Kingdom

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While the Main Street Philharmonic typically marches around Main Street, U.S.A., yesterday, they performed at a special location in the Magic Kingdom. The popular band performed their set from the stage in front of Cinderella Castle. No reason for the venue change is currently known, or how long this will last, but guests seemed excited … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 11/3/21 (Spear Sign Removed From Jingle Cruise Boat, PhilarMagic Receives A New Blue Sign, Holiday Pins & Patches, & More)

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The ferryboats recently installed red and green lights on the second levels to match the ones on top of the ramp at the Magic Kingdom dock. More holiday wreaths, garlands, and festive window displays were added to Main Street U.S.A. Mickey’s “Really Swell” Coffee arrived at the Main Street Confectionery to help perk up any … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom & Disney’s Animal Kingdom 10/29/21 (Grey & Gold Minnie Ears Sparkle, Holiday Decor Decks The Walls, Primeval Whirl Nears Extinction & More)

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Ghoul morning from a chilly (and rather spooky) Magic Kingdom! We’re a few days away from the most spook-tacular time of year, so let’s get started! A sparkley new pair of grey and gold Minnie ears arrived at The Emporium. A grey and blue camo Baby Yoda beanie is here in time for cooler weather … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 10/27/21 (TRON Canopy Prepares To Illuminate, Princess Fairytale Hall Receives A Queue Line, Jungle Green Pavement Nears Completion, & More)

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Good morning from a cool day at Magic Kingdom! The weather is getting us in the spirit for Halloween just a few days away, so let’s get started. Oogie Boogie Loungefly backpacks have been restocked at The Emporium just in time for the weekend’s spooky festivities. Performers were using the stage platforms at the castle … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 10/22/21 (First Day of Higher Individual Lightning Lane Prices, 50th Anniversary Ear Hat Ornament, Wilderness Lodge Eats, & More)

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Good morning from another beautiful day at Magic Kingdom! A new 50th anniversary ear hat ornament greeted us at The Emporium, just in time for the upcoming holidays. The Confectionery has a fun new ‘Confection-ear’ trail mix for $5.99. Plants have been removed from the castle stage and up lights have been added to the … Read more

PHOTOS: Gold Railings Added to New Platforms on Cinderella Castle Stage at Magic Kingdom

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Two new platforms were erected on the Cinderella Castle stage in Magic Kingdom a few days ago. Gold railings have now been added to the platforms’ staircases. The gold railings match the gold on the castle and the 50th anniversary decorations. Some planters cover up unfinished areas around the platforms. The platforms are slightly different … Read more