The newest Notice of Commencement for Piston Peak National Park at Magic Kingdom calls for construction at the former site of Aunt Polly’s on Tom Sawyer Island. Piston Peak National Park Construction Once a quick-service restaurant and then an unused building, Aunt Polly’s was demolished in 2025 along with the rest of the island to … Read more
The Tangled restrooms in the Fantasyland section of Magic Kingdom have now reopened after a springtime refurbishment that began in April. Tangled Restrooms Upon our visit today, June 30, we noticed that all three restrooms were back open for public use. As of late April, all three were closed. This area has women’s, men’s, and … Read more
Over two dozen attractions, both indoor and outdoor, are currently closed at Walt Disney World. At the time of writing, 32 attractions were closed. Closed Attractions According to the National Weather Service (NWS), the Orlando area is currently under a severe thunderstorm warning, which may be related to the many closures at the park right … Read more
The building near The Haunted Mansion at Magic Kingdom has now been enclosed by walls amid construction in the area. Building Construction During our visit on June 29, we saw that the new extension added to the building near The Haunted Mansion had been recently enclosed by walls. The new roof section is still just … Read more
Over a month after the first Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party night sold out (Halloween), a second date has now sold out as well. Party Sold Out August 14, one of the cheapest party dates, is also now sold out. August 11 is now the only $119 ticket left for the Halloween party. Tickets increase in … Read more
As Walt Disney World gears up for a busy July 4th holiday week and weekend, we noticed new barriers installed around the security at Magic Kingdom. Security Barriers During our visit this morning, June 29, we saw rows of green crowd barriers directing guests coming from the buses into an orderly line towards security at … Read more
The “Partners” statue is now available as a figurine at Walt Disney World Resort. We saw it at Box Office Gifts in Magic Kingdom. “Partners” Statue Figurine – $99 Walt and Mickey are seen holding hands, as they are in the statue in front of Cinderella Castle. This miniaturized statue is a commemorative, copper-toned version … Read more
Walt Disney World appears to have added a new location-based restriction to mobile orders at select resort restaurants — but the change is not currently resort-wide. Four Disney World Resorts Geotracking for Mobile Orders Some guests trying to use mobile ordering on their phones may experience a “You’re Too Far Away” message, instructing them to … Read more
Magic Kingdom debuted a new guidemap this week, replacing the map released in early May. Magic Kingdom Guidemap The new guide’s cover features guests riding Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin. The attraction was revamped and reopened in April with new ride vehicles, an upgraded scoring system, and new scenes. Inside the first fold are notices … Read more
Although Pete’s Silly Sideshow was said to reopen tomorrow, June 27, it actually reopened early! We saw that it was already in operation today, June 26. Pete’s Silly Sideshow Reopens Pete’s Silly Sideshow had been closed since January for refurbishment. The attraction, which houses meet and greets for Minnie, Donald, Daisy, and Goofy, is open from … Read more
Pete’s Silly Sideshow at Magic Kingdom has a confirmed reopening date. The attraction has been closed since January for refurbishment. Pete’s Silly Sideshow The attraction, which houses meets and greets for Minnie, Donald, Daisy, and Goofy, will reopen on Saturday, June 27, 2026. Operating hours are 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Minnie, Goofy, Daisy, and … Read more
Magic Kingdom will light up with festive fun this holiday season at Walt Disney World. Take a look at all the offerings and entertainment, including the return of Jingle Cruise and “Frozen Holiday Surprise.” 2026 Holiday Season at Magic Kingdom Cinderella Castle will be illuminated with holiday projections and Main Street, U.S.A. will be decorated … Read more
Disney shared another stocking on social media this time teasing Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and other Magic Kingdom holiday offerings. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Teaser The artwork depicts a red plaid Mickey stocking with a reindeer, red and green Space Mountain, and holly leaf inside. It hangs next to a table with a … Read more
Crews are preparing for the development of the new Disney Villains Land at Magic Kingdom, located next to the future Piston Peak National Park. Disney Villains Land Construction Aerial photographer bioreconstruct shared photos of the construction site from the sky. Since the ground was leveled out a few months ago, crews have brought in more … Read more
Extended Evening Hours for select Walt Disney World Resort hotel guests will move from Magic Kingdom to Disney’s Animal Kingdom for at least two dates in August and September. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Extended Evening Hours Extended Evening Hours are usually available on Wednesday nights at Magic Kingdom. But as Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party … Read more
Scrim and most scaffolding have come down from around Pete’s Silly Sideshow at Magic Kingdom. The meet and greet venue closed in January and the old torn and faded tent was quickly removed. Pete’s Silly Sideshow Refurbishment A new tent roof was installed in April. With the scrim and scaffolding down, we can now see … Read more
