PHOTOS: Prairie Outpost Reopens in Magic Kingdom as Hat Shop

A Prairie Outpost hat shop with wooden floors, shelves of hats, and large windows filled with natural light.

Following the announcement of its opening date last week, Prairie Outpost is now welcoming guests to purchase new headwear from Chapel Hats in Magic Kingdom. Prairie Outpost Magic Kingdom Reopens Prairie Outpost and Supply is located in Frontierland, situated between Country Bear Musical Jamboree and Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe. Previously, it was … Read more

Disney Updates Donald Trump Animatronic for The Hall of Presidents Following Hillary Clinton Controversy

Two wax figures of men in suits with serious expressions, like you'd see at the Hall of Presidents or beside Trump.

The Hall of Presidents in Magic Kingdom Park Disney World officially reopened following its latest refurbishment on June 29, 2025, and recently re-elected President Donald J. Trump has an updated animatronic face. New Trump Animatronic Disney Hall of Presidents Hall of Presidents Disney World Disney Trump Animatronic Trump Animatronic Disney Hillary Clinton Controversy Hall of … Read more

Another Magic Kingdom Extended Evening Hours Date Added to Summer 2025

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Extended evening hours will be available at Magic Kingdom at least one more day this summer. Magic Kingdom Extended Evening Hours Extended evening hours is a complimentary offering for select Walt Disney World Resort hotel guests. They can enjoy an additional two hours in the park after it closes to other guests. Magic Kingdom will … Read more

Refurbished Train Moved, Rockwork Painted at Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

Orange rock formations on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, with safety cones and green trees under a partly cloudy sky.

Crews continue to work on the fake rocks of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and have moved the refurbished train. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Construction Earlier this month, WDWNT saw a refurbished Big Thunder Mountain Railroad train near the loading area of the roller-coaster. A few days later, crew members added clearance envelopes to the train … Read more

Everything We Know About The Disney Starlight Parade

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With the debut of Magic Kingdom’s newest nighttime parade, “Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away,” drawing nearer, we have compiled a list of everything you need to know to be prepared during your visit. ‘Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away’ Parade Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away Parade Disney Starlight Parade Showtimes Disney Starlight Parade … Read more

Astro Orbiter Testing at Magic Kingdom, No Reopening Date Yet

A futuristic, space-themed building with spinning planets and crowds of visitors at a theme park under a partly cloudy sky.

After being completely deconstructed and reconstructed, the Astro Orbiter rockets took to the sky on Friday for testing. Astro Orbiter Testing The Magic Kingdom attraction has been closed for refurbishment since January. The ride was dismantled to receive maintenance off-site, but progressively put back together over the past few weeks. With Friday’s testing, we can … Read more

Magic Kingdom Extends Summer Operating Hours for ‘Disney Starlight’ Parade

Mickey & Friends in blue costumes pose before a glowing castle during the Disney Starlight Parade at night.

Magic Kingdom has extended operating hours starting on the premiere date of “Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away.” Magic Kingdom Hours Right now, Magic Kingdom is closing at 10 p.m. on most evenings. Beginning on Sunday, July 20, the park will stay open until 11 p.m., closing with the final performance of “Disney Starlight” each … Read more

Walt Disney World Extends 35% Off Hotel Bounceback Offer: Daily Recap (6/19/25)

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Walt Disney World has extended the bounceback offer that started last fall, water from “Frozen” attractions around the world was added to Frozen Ever After at Disneyland Paris, and Universal has teased a mystery one-day “Jaws” offering for Annual Passholders — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, June 19, 2025. Walt … Read more