As we near the demise of one of the most iconic attractions in the history of the Disney theme parks, we felt it was important to catalog a brief, yet detailed history of Disney’s version of the log flume ride. With The Walt Disney World version of Splash Mountain closing forever on January 22, 2023, … Read more
Tomorrow, January 22, 2023, will be the final operating date for Splash Mountain at Magic Kingdom. In anticipation of a busy final two days, Cast Members have set up an extended queue for the attraction. Ropes and stanchions extend the queue past the still-closed Briar Patch, around the corner to the Frontierland bridge. Tape on … Read more
Splash Mountain at Magic Kingdom has yet to open today, January 18, 2023, just a few days before its permanent closure. Some Magic Kingdom guests have received a My Disney Experience notification stating the attraction is closed. It is also listed as temporarily closed in the tip board, but Lightning Lane is still available to … Read more
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom has reopened following a quick refurbishment. The coaster was closed from January 9 through January 13, 2023. January is a common time for refurbishments as the weather is generally more temperate, and there are fewer visitors. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad closed for refurbishment last January 2022 and several months before … Read more
The new narration on the Walt Disney World Railroad, which finally reopened today at Magic Kingdom, still references Splash Mountain and doesn’t allude to the attraction’s impending closure. Before arriving at Frontierland Station, the narrator talks about the land, saying, “Yonder is Big Thunder Mountain and its runaway mine trains, while just ahead is Splash … Read more
A new MagicBand+ was spotted in the Frontier Trading Post, featuring classic Walt Disney World symbols in an array of retro neon colors. Walt Disney World MagicBand+ – $44.99 This Walt Disney World MagicBand+ quickly catches the eye, featuring a classic lettered logo in a retro neon green. The Walt Disney World logo featuring a … Read more
Disney has released new Tiana’s Bayou Adventure concept art featuring Princess Tiana and Louis in the Louisiana bayou. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will replace Splash Mountain at both Magic Kingdom and Disneyland Park. In Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, you’ll join Princess Tiana and jazz-loving alligator Louis during Mardi Gras season as they prepare to host a one-of-a-kind … Read more
Walt Disney World has announced that their version of Splash Mountain will be closed forever starting on January 23, 2023, for its transformation into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. This means the last day to ride Splash Mountain at Magic Kingdom will be January 22, 2023. In October, Disney filed a permit for construction at Splash Mountain. … Read more
Two new limited edition pins celebrating Walt Disney World have arrived. One features EPCOT and Figment, while the other celebrates the 50th anniversary of Cinderella Castle. Limited Edition Figment Pin – $44.99 Everyone’s favorite purple dragon is front and center on the newest limited edition pin to land at Walt Disney World. Flying among the … Read more
The giant Christmas tree has been installed at Magic Kingdom, along with other decór for the holiday season. Town Square Peppermint sticks and toy soldiers line Town Square. Christmas Tree In the center is the giant Christmas tree, decked with gold for the 50th anniversary. It’s topped with a golden star. The tree is tethered … Read more
Disney has filed a notice of commencement permit with Orange County, Florida likely for the construction of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom. The Splash Mountain address is on the permit and it contracts Balfour Beatty Construction LLC. Balfour was previously contracted for the now-canceled Reflections – A Disney Lakeside Lodge and delayed Play! Pavilion. … Read more
A wall of scrim now blocks part of Splashdown Photos from guest access. The shop is next to Splash Mountain in Magic Kingdom and is expected to get an update to coincide with the opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in 2024. The woodsy store probably doesn’t need significant alterations to fit with the bayou setting … Read more
Lovers of Disney’s westerns will want to “giddyup” to Frontierland in the Magic Kingdom where a bulletin board has been erected! This has been around for a bit now, but we wanted to take a closer look at all the “Easter eggs.” The board replaces a former Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom portal, which was … Read more
A new land (or lands) are under development for beyond Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Frontierland at Magic Kingdom. The possible land(s) would include “Coco,” “Encanto,” and Disney Villains. Plans are in early development, but guests could enter the casita from “Encanto” and ride on an alebrije from “Coco.” Concept art implies this project would … Read more
For the first time in decades, the video that plays in Frontierland’s Pioneer Mercantile at Disneyland Park has been updated. The show video includes clips from various frontier-related Disney media. New to the video is, strangely, “Encanto” and the Muppets. The video is projected on a screen at one wall of the shop. We love … Read more
Looking to add a bit of a kick to a classic Disneyland treat? Look no further than the Frontierland Churro Cart, where we found the Spicy Chocolate Churro back again! We first found this as the Coco Churro back in 2019, so we’re gonna give it a second shake. Spicy Chocolate Churro – $7.25 Cinnamon-dusted … Read more