Storybook Circus, Frontierland, and Fantasyland in Magic Kingdom have some brand-new Halloween decorations for the season. Plus, there are fall decorations up in Liberty Square and outside The Crystal Palace. Storybook Circus As we reported earlier, there are new Dumbo wreaths in Storybook Circus. These are similar to the Mickey Jack-o’-Lantern wreaths on Main Street, … Read more
Disney is draining the Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom so they can build a new Cars expansion to Frontierland. Rivers of America Drainage Magic Kingdom Crews began draining Rivers of America a few weeks ago. Guests can now see the floor of the river and the Liberty Square Riverboat track. The riverboat permanently closed … Read more
Crews continue to prepare for major demolition and construction around Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom. Rivers of America Between The Haunted Mansion and Riverboat Landing, a portion of the construction walls now has a white scrim. It appears the scrim is covering an opening in the walls, maybe for large equipment. The ground beneath … Read more
Some new trusses with lights have been appearing in Magic Kingdom as the park prepares for the arrival of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in 2025. New Tomorrowland Trusses Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party brings spooky decor and special effects to Magic Kingdom, and it now appears some of the first structures for these effects are being … Read more
Construction markers have popped up in the queue for The Haunted Mansion at Magic Kingdom, possibly related to the nearby project to demolish the Rivers of America for a new Cars-themed area. Haunted Mansion Queue Construction Specifically, the markers can be found at the end of the outdoor queue near the entrance to the mansion, … Read more
New themed posters full of references to the Disney Parks, particularly its Western-themed attractions and shows, as well as classic Disney films, have been added to the construction walls in Frontierland, near Rivers of America. Themed Posters Added to Construction Walls in Frontierland These posters have only been added to the brown construction walls that … Read more
Props have been removed from Tom’s Landing on Tom Sawyer Island, and more props are tagged for removal since the area’s permanent closure in Magic Kingdom. Tom Sawyer Island Tagged Props Tom Sawyer Island officially closed on July 6, 2025, as the area on this side of Frontierland is prepped to become a new land … Read more
New pins at Disneyland Resort this week are inspired by Frontierland, the park’s opening day, Space Mountain, Donald Duck, and more. Limited Edition “Pocket Parks” Frontierland Goofy Pin – $34.99 The new “Pocket Parks” pin is inspired by Frontierland. It features Goofy in a cowboy hat on the bronze-tone front. When opened, you’ll see a … Read more
Crews have installed more construction walls, plus scrim and scaffolding, around the Rivers of America in Magic Kingdom. Rivers of America Construction Update Initially, there were just a few walls next to Riverboat Landing in Liberty Square. The exit ramp on the left (when facing the landing) was still visible. Now there are walls running … Read more
Howdy! Today was a nice day in Magic Kingdom. I found new postcards featuring some of the trendy T-shirt designs from a few months ago, the newest Muppets Anniversary magnet, and an all-important pretzel update from Disney’s Old Key West Resort. Good Magical Morning I started my Magic Kingdom morning with a walk through Disney’s … Read more
The Frontierland sign has returned to the Disney Vacation Club kiosk at Magic Kingdom, about two years after it was removed. Frontierland Sign The sign hangs in a wooden archway outside the DVC kiosk. It has been missing since the summer of 2023. You can see the kiosk without the sign in our farewell to … Read more
Prior to the permanent closure of the Liberty Square Riverboat and the adjustments to the Walt Disney World Railroad, we took one more look at the ongoing Big Thunder Mountain Railroad construction progress. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Construction On July 6, we took a final ride on both the Walt Disney World Railroad before it … Read more
The Liberty Square Riverboat in Magic Kingdom is now closed as Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island are transformed into a “Cars” area. Liberty Square Riverboat History The Liberty Square Riverboat opened as an attraction at Magic Kingdom on October 2, 1971, the second day of the park’s operations. The original riverboat was the … Read more
Cast Members are now preparing for the final night of operation for the Liberty Square Riverboat by handing out wristbands to guests. Liberty Square Riverboat Wristbands While they were not available at park open, Cast Members at Magic Kingdom have started handing out wristbands to guests who want to be on the last ever journey … Read more
Following the announcement of its opening date last week, Prairie Outpost is now welcoming guests to purchase new headwear from Chapel Hats in Magic Kingdom. Prairie Outpost Magic Kingdom Reopens Prairie Outpost and Supply is located in Frontierland, situated between Country Bear Musical Jamboree and Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe. Previously, it was … Read more
A new entertainment offering in Magic Kingdom is a New Orleans-inspired jazz band called Nola and the Eighth Notes. New Orleans Jazz Band in Magic Kingdom The latest entertainment offering in Magic Kingdom is a New Orleans-inspired band that plays upbeat jazz music. The band is reportedly called Nola and the Eighth Notes. The band … Read more
