Disney Cars Area Magic Kingdom Rockey Mountains for Disney Cars Area Piston Peak National Park Off Road Competition Since the project was announced at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event back in 2024, fans have been wondering how the world of Pixar’s Cars might intertwine with the American West of Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. … Read more
A new original character has been introduced for the upcoming Cars attraction at Magic Kingdom, and he serves as an homage to a classic Disney cartoon character. The Cars franchise is coming to Magic Kingdom as an expansion of Frontierland. The ride will be housed in an area called Piston Peak National Park, and the … Read more
When talking about the upcoming “Cars”-themed expansion of Frontierland, Imagineers discussed their approach to ensuring the sightlines and storytelling of the existing Magic Kingdom won’t be disrupted by the new residents and their surroundings. ‘Cars’ Expansion Sightlines The Rivers of America area is set to become Piston Peak National Park, with the car-inspired architecture and … 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
Disney has confirmed that there will be operational changes to the Walt Disney World Railroad during the upcoming Frontierland expansion. These changes will begin on July 7, the day after the Rivers of America close permanently. Walt Disney World Railroad — Shuttle Mode The Walt Disney World Railroad will run in “shuttle mode,” meaning that … Read more
A classic Disney “fun map” has been revealed for the Cars-themed Frontierland expansion coming to Magic Kingdom. The map is a type of idealized art that shows an approximation of the layout and theming, but it shouldn’t be expected to work like a regular navigational map or to present every aspect true-to-life. The “fun map” … Read more
Now that all the new track has been installed on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom, Disney is starting to test the track and envelope. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Refurbishment As we reported in our last construction update, there is a yellow cart on the track for testing. From the Liberty Square Riverboat, we … Read more
This Sunday, June 1, kicks off Pride Month 2025, and Walt Disney World Resort has brought back the Pride murals to all four parks. Pride Murals Return for 2025 Magic Kingdom The “Love” mural is located on the Purple Wall in Tomorrowland, near Tomorrowland Terrace. This design features a rainbow made of the colors of … Read more
Matching the same style in previous colors, a new white molded Mickey Mouse Loungefly Purse is now available at Walt Disney World. We found the crossbody bag at Uptown Jewelers in Magic Kingdom Park. White Mickey Mouse Molded Loungefly Bag – $90 The bag has a white vinyl shell molded in the shape of Mickey’s … Read more
Disney Pride Collection 2025 Walt Disney World Resort Pride Collection Disney Pride 2025 Spirit Jersey Disney Pride Ear Headband More Disney Pride Merchandise Disney Pride Collection 2025 The Disney Pride 2025 Collection has arrived at Walt Disney World Resort, just in time for Pride Month in June. Walt Disney World Resort Pride Collection We found … Read more
Construction walls were removed from the first room of the Emporium in Magic Kingdom, revealing a new double set of cash registers. Construction walls are now up around the check-out counter in the center room. Emporium Construction The walls previously blocked the back part of this room, close to the Harmony Barber Shop. The biggest … Read more
Universal added more reminders that guests must keep their shoes on while riding Stardust Racers, Disney Cruise Line has a new Visa Cardmember and Disney Vacation Club Member discount, there are still no flying dragons in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, and Flavors of Florida is returning to Disney Springs — … Read more
Howdy! Today was another very hot but beautiful day in Magic Kingdom. I found new Mini Mix-Its featuring Lady and the Tramp, new merchandise for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, and had fun just existing in the park. Good Morning from Magic Kingdom Good morning from an already hot Magic Kingdom! Today was a little cooler than … Read more
The foundation of Cool Ship at Magic Kingdom has been completely torn out of the ground during an extensive refurbishment of the area. The Cool Ship kiosk itself was dismantled and removed from Tomorrowland last week. Cool Ship Refurbishment A large circle of concrete is gone where the kiosk used to be, leaving dirt exposed. … Read more
The Magic Kingdom is finally getting a new nighttime parade — Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away — and Walt Disney World shared a video of Mickey and friends showing off their special costumes. Mickey & Friends Starlight Parade Costumes The new preview shows Mickey, Minnie, and Goofy in their new Starlight costumes. All three … Read more
Walt Disney World has finally announced the opening date for “Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away,” the new nighttime parade coming to Magic Kingdom this summer. Opening Date for ‘Disney Starlight’ Nighttime Parade According to Disney, “Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away” will make its debut on July 20, 2025. This will be the first … Read more