PHOTOS: Installation of Heating Elements Seemingly Complete on Cinderella Castle Stage for 50th Anniversary Makeover at Magic Kingdom

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A couple of days ago, we reported that metal grating and heating elements were installed on Cinderella Castle Stage amidst its refurbishment at Magic Kingdom. Today, it seems that the addition of heating elements is complete on stage-right. Of course, during this refurbishment, temporary shrubs, fencing, and scrims are used to conceal the work being … Read more

PHOTOS: New Day, New Decorations – Bunting Added, Turrets Painted on Cinderella Castle for the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World Continues

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Preparation for the 50th anniversary celebration of Walt Disney World continues. More progress has been made on the decorations for Cinderella Castle. Two new pieces of bunting have been placed as of this morning. The painting of the castle’s turrets has also been completed. Both new buntings are visible from the front of Cinderella Castle, … Read more

PHOTOS: Metal Grates and Additional Heating Elements Added During Cinderella Castle Stage Refurbishment Preparing for 50th Anniversary at Magic Kingdom

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Cinderella Castle is in the middle of an “EARidescent” transformation in preparation for the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World. The stage in front of Cinderella Castle was recently stripped of its flooring so a brand new stage can take its place. Floor framing and heating elements were added to the left side of the … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom & EPCOT 3/23/21 (Facial Recognition Park Entry Testing, “101 Dalmatians” Dress Shop Items, Third “Harmonious” Barge Installed, and More)

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Hello friends, and welcome to a beautiful day here at Walt Disney World! While the parks are still busy with vacationers, the majority of the local Spring Break crowds have gone home, which has left us a tiny bit more breathing room as we walk from attraction to attraction. We found some exciting things today, … Read more

PHOTOS: Yet Another Piece of Bunting Added to Cinderella Castle in Preparation for the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort

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Early this morning, a new small bunting decoration was added to the east side of Cinderella Castle. These “earidescent” decorations are part of the ongoing preparations for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort. The 50th anniversary celebration begins October 1st, 2021. The newest small bunting matches the larger buntings beside it, in beautiful … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 3/22/21 (Additional 50th Anniversary Décor on Cinderella Castle, Dooney & Bourke “Sidekick” MagicBand and Bags, Bonjour! Village Gifts Reopens, and More)

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Greetings from The Most Magical Place on Earth! We’ve got a busy day full of new Dooney & Bourke items, shop closings and openings, and new Cinderella Castle décor. It’s a gloomy morning, though — a combination of the recent time change and some misty, slightly rainy weather. We’re going to brave the chilly dampness … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT & Magic Kingdom 3/20/21 (MouseGear and Moana Journey of Water Construction, Disney+ Marvel Show Merchandise, New EPCOT Signage, and More)

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Greetings from Walt Disney World! We’re delving further into Spring Break at EPCOT and Magic Kingdom, entering what is effectively the second weekend of the school holiday around the United States. It also happens to be a chilly and overcast start to the weekend, relatively speaking. Let’s head in and see what’s in store for … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Animal Kingdom & Magic Kingdom 3/19/21 (New Thumper Springtime Cupcake, More Easter Treats at Grand Floridian, Largest Decor Yet Added to Cinderella Castle, and More)

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Hello from a suddenly cooler and beautiful day here in Walt Disney World! We thoroughly enjoyed the reprieve from the heat. We found lots to show you today, so let’s get started! There always seems to be pavement work being done somewhere in Walt Disney World, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom is no exception. We found … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT & Magic Kingdom 3/18/21 (Pavement Work Under Spaceship Earth Completed, New Springtime Treats At Grand Floridian, Second Bunting Decoration Set Added To Cinderella Castle, and More)

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Hello everyone from a beautiful but very warm and windy day here at Walt Disney World! We had an exciting day filled with construction updates and cute treats. Let’s get started! We started our day at EPCOT, where we were greeted at the entrance of the park with a construction update right away. The pavement … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (3/18/21): Moana Overlay Concept Art for Enchanted Tiki Room, Cinderella Castle Turrets Repainted, EPCOT Construction Updates, The Chapeau Closing for Refurb on March 27th, 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 Thursday, March 18, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: “EARidescent” Turrets Being Repainted Back to Blue on Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom

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Last year, Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom received a new look. Most notably, gold accents were added and the castle’s white section was painted pink. Additionally, the turrets and roofs were painted a brighter, shimmering blue. We’ve noticed recently, however, that the blue is already being repainted. The difference is obvious when looking at most … Read more