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
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
Construction walls and rolling planters now block the docks of the Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom as demolition work begins. Rivers of America Demolition Signage is gone from the former Riverboat Landing where guests boarded the Liberty Belle. It used to say “Riverboat Landing” above the entrance. Signs on the side displayed the operating … Read more
In addition to updating the map for Magic Kingdom on My Disney Experience, Walt Disney World has also released a new guidemap for the park that no longer features the recently shuttered Rivers of America, Tom Sawyer Island, and the Liberty Square Riverboat. New Magic Kingdom Guidemap The cover of the map features a young … Read more
Walt Disney World updated its My Disney Experience mobile app last night to remove Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island from the Magic Kingdom map, as well as show the new modified route for the Walt Disney World Railroad. My Disney Experience Removes Rivers of America For most users, when viewing Magic Kingdom on … Read more
The Liberty Square Riverboat made its final journey on Sunday, July 6, 2025, and WDWNT was onboard for the last trip around the Rivers of America. The Riverboat departed around 8:40 p.m. as the sun set over Magic Kingdom. Cast Members gathered to say their goodbyes on the docks. The Liberty Belle was not the … Read more
Rivers of America Closure Rivers of America Closure Liberty Square Riverboat Final Journey Rivers of America Closure Disney World Watch the Final Voyage of the Liberty Square Riverboat The Liberty Square Riverboat, along with Tom Sawyer Island and the Rivers of America, has closed permanently at the Magic Kingdom. Liberty Square Riverboat Final Journey 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
An update to the My Disney Experience app is letting guests know that today, July 6, is the last day to experience both the Liberty Square Riverboat and Tom Sawyer Island before they permanently close. Editor’s Note: Since originally writing this article, Cast Members in Magic Kingdom have now begun handing out wristbands to guests … Read more
The Liberty Square Riverboat at Magic Kingdom is opening an extra hour early before its permanent closure in July. Liberty Square Riverboat Hours According to the sign at the boat’s launch as well as the Walt Disney World website, the Liberty Belle is now opening at 10 a.m. instead of 11 a.m. It will continue … Read more
Closing Date for Rivers of America History of the Rivers of America Attractions Rivers of America – What’s next: The Cars Themed Expansion Rivers of America: Permits and Construction Plans Disney has finally announced the closing date for the Rivers of America, including the Liberty Square Riverboat and Tom Sawyer Island, at the Magic Kingdom. … Read more
The Liberty Square Riverboat at Magic Kingdom is closed today, Wednesday, April 23, 2025. Liberty Square Riverboat Closed No operating hours are posted on the riverboat’s sign. Cast Members don’t expect the riverboat to open at all on Wednesday due to a boiler issue. We don’t know if the Liberty Square Riverboat will return to … Read more
In a recent update to the upcoming “Cars” and Villains lands coming soon to Magic Kingdom Park, the new Walt Disney World construction permit for demolishing sections of Frontierland has now been approved. Construction Permit Now Approved for “Cars” Walt Disney World originally filed a permit in August of 2024 to seek approval for construction … Read more
The Liberty Square Riverboat at Magic Kingdom was unexpectedly closed on Monday, February 10, for unknown reasons. Liberty Square Riverboat The Liberty Square Riverboat’s sign read “Not Operating Today” — despite a lower sign still saying “Operating Today.” According to Cast Members, the closure was unexpected and they don’t know how long the Liberty Belle will … Read more
Howdy! Today was all over the place, but it was an adventure like Disney days should be. I started my day in Magic Kingdom, where I found a ton of new merchandise, got to ride the Liberty Square Riverboat, and lost a battle against the Holiday Gingerbread Popcorn Bucket. Good Magical Morning I started my … Read more