Construction walls surrounding the center staircase of the Main Street U.S.A. Train Station have been removed as refurbishment progresses. Main Street U.S.A. Train Station Refurbishment Rolling planters have been set up around the bottom of the stairs. A single construction wall panel remains at the top of the train station. Tan scrim now covers the … Read more
As Tortuga Tavern in Adventureland at Magic Kingdom continues to undergo refurbishment, the flooring has been removed. Tortuga Tavern Refurbishment In our last update, we reported that rolling planters had been set up around the seating area of the quick-service restaurant. Behind the rolling shrubs, we were able to see that the structural pillars were … Read more
As refurbishment continues on the Astro Orbiter in Magic Kingdom, the planets and rocket ship vehicles have all been removed. Astro Orbiter Refurbishment The planets and rocket ship vehicles typically attached to the structure of the Astro Orbiter have been removed as refurbishment continues. During the ride, the rocket vehicles would “blast off” into the … Read more
A large crane has arrived behind construction walls in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom for the Astro Orbiter’s refurbishment. Astro Orbiter Refurbishment In December we reported that the Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom closed for refurbishment on January 13, 2025, and is scheduled to reopen in the summer of 2025. A large yellow crane has arrived … Read more
G’day and good morning from Magic Kingdom! With Halloween and the 50th Anniversary Celebration approaching, Magic Kingdom is hopping with the latest and greatest. Let’s dive in and see what is new around the park. “What’s this? What’s this?” New Limited Edition and Limited Release Nightmare Before Christmas pins crept into Magic Kingdom. Each of … Read more
In preparation for the World’s Most Magical Celebration, much of the Magic Kingdom is undergoing refurbishment, including Be Our Guest Restaurant. Repainting has already begun on the rockwork outside the entry, and it seems it will soon expand to the castle. A sign on the bridge lets guests know about the ongoing refurbishment. The current … Read more
The mountain and rocks surrounding Beast’s Castle in Magic Kingdom are receiving a fresh coat of paint. We noticed the refurbishment work beyond the gates of Be Our Guest Restaurant this morning. A row of planters block part of the entrance courtyard from guest access. Behind the planters are several things covered in dark green … Read more
Fantasyland isn’t the only area of the Magic Kingdom under refurbishment! Projects in progress can be found all around the park as we approach the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort. With the ongoing changes to the Jungle Cruise to the repurposing of Agrabah Bazaar, Adventureland is no different. We found a new refreshment … Read more
As the “EARidescent” turrets and roofing of Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom are repainted back to blue, it seems some of the Fantasyland roofing is getting the same treatment. This roof and turret of the newer Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique was painted royal blue to match the refurbishment of Cinderella Castle over a year ago. Whether … Read more
Many attractions and shops in Magic Kingdom are being refurbished in time for the park’s 50th anniversary on October 1, 2021. It seems Prince Charming Regal Carrousel is next on the list. The top of the carrousel features images from Disney’s Cinderella, and it looks like these are being replaced and the gold leaf surrounding … Read more