Walt Disney Imagineering filed a permit for the demolition of Aunt Polly’s at Tom Sawyer Island in Magic Kingdom. Aunt Polly’s Demolition The Notice of Commencement is for “General construction” at 4975C Caribbean Way, the address of Aunt Polly’s. The former restaurant is expected to be torn down for the park’s Cars expansion. The permit … Read more
A clear foundation is taking shape at the former site of Cool Ship in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom. Cool Ship Construction A wooden frame outlines a circle in the middle of the construction site near Tomorrowland Speedway. In our last construction update, this space just had some pipes sticking out of it. Those pipes are … Read more
A new report says that a woman was arrested after being accused of hurting a teenager over a parade spot at Walt Disney World. Woman Fights a Teenager Over Disney Starlight Parade Spot According to deputies in Orange County, a 17-year-old girl was injured during an altercation in Magic Kingdom on Monday night, July 21, … Read more
The only way to make a Walt Disney World vacation even more magical is with a sprinkle of holiday magic to go with it! Now, with our friends at Unlocked Magic, you can get tickets to both holiday parties for 10% off! Unlocked Magic, powered by our friends at Be Our Guest Vacations and DVC Rental Store, has … Read more
The refurbishment of the Main Street, U.S.A. train station at Magic Kingdom is finally nearing an end. Construction began in early January but the station has remained open and the Walt Disney World Railroad has continued to operate. Main Street Train Station Refurbishment The stairs on the right side of the station are still blocked … Read more
A 25-year-old Rhode Island woman said she landed in the hospital with severe food allergies after Disney served her a contaminated salad at Be Our Guest restaurant in Magic Kingdom, according to a new lawsuit. Mae Bodziony and her family accused Disney of ignoring her warning that she has a life-threatening tree nut allergy and … 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
As previously announced, Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid is now temporarily closed for a brief refurbishment at Magic Kingdom. Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid Ride Refurbishment As of Monday, July 21, the Fantasyland dark ride attraction is now closed for routine maintenance. Though no reopening date has … Read more
Magic Kingdom has now released a new starlight popcorn mix themed to the Disney Starlight parade, which is set to make its official debut tonight, July 20. M&M’s Starlight Popcorn – $16.99 Starlight Popcorn Mix vs Starlight Popcorn Bucket Starlight Popcorn Mix Disney Starlight Popcorn Flavors Disney Starlight Popcorn Bucket – $14.25 Starlight Popcon Bucket … Read more
Magic Kingdom is ready for the debut of the new Disney parade tonight with several new treats, including marshmallow pops, a caramel apple, and more. New Disney Parade Treats Starlight Mickey Caramel Apple – $13.99 Starlight Mickey Cereal Treat Milk Chocolate – $7.99 Starlight Mickey Cereal Treat White Chocolate – $7.99 Milk Chocolate Marshmallow Pop … Read more
Magic Kingdom is preparing for the official debut of the Disney Starlight parade tonight with some new decorations, including new window displays added to the Emporium. New Disney Starlight Parade Merchandise Window Displays The two new window displays for Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away can be found on the side of the Emporium facing … Read more
With the official debut of the Disney Starlight parade taking place tonight, Magic Kingdom has added a new poster for the parade to its entrance. Disney Starlight Parade Entrance Poster The new poster for Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away is located on the left side entrance tunnel leading into Magic Kingdom. This poster replaces … Read more
Test Track Gear Shop, the Test Track gift shop, has reopened at EPCOT amid Annual Passholder previews for the reimagined attraction. Test Track Gift Shop Opens The latest iteration, known colloquially to fans as Test Track 3.0, will officially open on July 22. The Gear Shop, its exit gift store, is also set to open … Read more
Carry all your booty in the new Pirates of the Caribbean drawstring backpack from Walt Disney World. Pirates of the Caribbean Drawstring Backpack – $24.99 The bag is black with Pirates of the Caribbean art on the front. It shows a skeletal pirate sitting on a pile of gold, with a ship sailing the red … Read more
According to recent reports, guests are once again able to experience the stretching room of the Haunted Mansion in Magic Kingdom after it was skipped for several days earlier this week. Haunted Mansion Stretching Room Guests visiting Magic Kingdom to ride the Haunted Mansion may have been disappointed earlier this week that they completely skipped … Read more
As of this morning, all four theme parks at Walt Disney World no longer have available park reservations for annual passholders. Disney park Pass Reservations Sellout for Annual Passholders Despite still being available on the night of July 18, all park reservations for annual passholders at all four Walt Disney World parks are no longer … Read more