Magic Kingdom

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Magic Kingdom, and Grand Floridian 3/17/2025 (It’s Tough to Be a Bug, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Br’er Rabbit Faded Out)

Split image: Left captures the magic of Disney's Animal Kingdom, where people gather near a large artificial tree against a clear sky. Right shows a bustling crowd in front of an enchanting castle at Magic Kingdom, with vibrant balloons adding to the fairy-tale atmosphere.

Howdy! Today was a fun and beautiful day in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Magic Kingdom, and the Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. I found a lot of construction throughout the parks and even some fun new merchandise and redesigned merchandise. Good Morning from Disney’s Animal Kingdom This picture really does say it all. My morning started … Read more

Steel Framework Added as Construction Continues on Pirates of the Caribbean Lounge

Indoor scene with a wooden partition, two hanging lanterns, and a partially visible ceiling with an air vent, set against textured walls in warm colors.

Steel framework is now visible as construction continues on the Pirates of the Caribbean-themed lounge. Pirates of the Caribbean Lounge Construction As Disney continues to transform the former Pirates League space into a new Pirates of the Caribbean lounge, steel beams have been installed. Over the brown construction walls steel framing is visible. Crews are … Read more

Splash Mountain Br’er Rabbit Log Decoration Phased Out of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Merchandise

Figurines of cartoon animals, including a fox and a rabbit, riding in two brown log boats. Displayed in a store with various merchandise in the background.

Disney has introduced new versions of some Tiana’s Bayou Adventure merchandise that originally had a Splash Mountain reference. Splash Mountain Reference Removed When Tiana’s Bayou Adventure merchandise was first released, this log pull toy featured a Br’er Rabbit figurehead, implying that the Tiana’s Bayou Adventure log vehicles would have included a generic rabbit figurehead to … Read more

Two New Stitch Phone Cases Arrive at Walt Disney World

Two Stitch-themed iPhone cases in packaging. Left case features floral design and "3-D Effect" label. Right case shows Stitch with "Experiment 626" text. Compatible with iPhone 14/15 Pro Max.

Two new Stitch phone cases have arrived at Walt Disney World. We found the new phone cases at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom. Stitch Phone Case – $39.99 The first phone case features a 3D effect of Stitch riding the waves on a blue background. Stitch is surfing atop a yellow and orange surfboard. Within … Read more

New Captain America Watch Available at Magic Kingdom

Citizen Eco-Drive wristwatch with a blue face and Captain America shield, on display with a price tag of $325.

A new Captain America watch is now available at Magic Kingdom. We discovered the watch at Uptown Jewelers on Main Street U.S.A. Captain America Watch – $325 The new watch by Citizen takes inspiration from Captain America. Red and white rings encompass the edge of the watch face and the top of the watch crown … Read more

New Mickey Birthstone Rings Available at Walt Disney World

Three New Mickey Birthstone Rings, each adorned with a jeweled Mickey Mouse shape and a star charm, sparkle on cards labeled January, May, and December.

Magic Kingdom has new Mickey-shaped birthstone rings. The rings can be found at Hundred Acre Goods in Fantasyland. Mickey Birthstone Rings – $24.99 Each of the rings contains a Mickey-shaped gemstone of the corresponding birth month. The end of the ring band also features a star icon. January features a red Mickey-shaped gemstone resembling garnet. … Read more

Outdoor Tortuga Tavern Seating Fully Reopens With New Flooring at Magic Kingdom

Outdoor seating area with empty tables and chairs under a covered patio at Tortuga Tavern. New flooring features cobbled and red-brick designs, set amidst the enchanting surroundings of Magic Kingdom, with nearby buildings and small trees providing a charming backdrop.

Though the quick-service restaurant has not resumed operations, the exterior Tortuga Tavern seating area in Magic Kingdom has fully reopened to guests. New Tortuga Tavern Flooring Tortuga Tavern is located across from Pirates of the Caribbean in Magic Kingdom. The Adventureland restaurant closed in June 2024. It temporarily operated as the Tortuga Treasures gift shop … Read more

Country Bears Get Refreshed and Rebrushed Fur at Magic Kingdom

A bear in a white cowboy hat plays an electric guitar on stage with a smaller bear beside an amplifier, both under a spotlight against a blue curtain backdrop.

The bears of Country Bear Musical Jamboree at Magic Kingdom have recently been brushed and some received new fur. Country Bears Refreshed Though the new show, which debuted last summer, uses the same animatronics as the original Country Bear Jamboree, the characters have received new costumes and fur. Cast and crew continue to maintain the … Read more

Recap: Adventureland Day Lands at Magic Kingdom in Record-Breaking Gathering

A group of people in vintage clothing sits on a boat ride with wooded seating and a canopy cover, surrounded by greenery; it's a whimsical scene straight out of Magic Kingdom's Adventureland Day.

Magic Kingdom was full of khaki and tropical patterns with Adventureland Day, on March 2nd, 2025, a fun fan-operated dress-up event that takes place in the park each year. The outing proved to be an absolute triumph, drawing an unprecedented crowd of nearly 300 adventurers! Editor’s Note: This is a guest post by Stewart Marshall. … Read more

Construction Walls Down From Plaza Restaurant at Magic Kingdom Revealing No Changes

Victorian-style building with green and white facade, featuring a turret and decorative elements. Clear blue sky and nearby shops in view.

Construction walls are down from around The Plaza Restaurant at Magic Kingdom, although there are no signs refurbishment work was completed. The Plaza Restaurant Refurbishment Construction walls, followed by themed scrim, went up around the Main Street dining location in February. The themed scrim was removed a few days ago and now the construction walls … Read more

PHOTOS: Crews Laying More New Track at Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom

Construction workers in helmets and vests inspecting a roller coaster track amidst scaffolding and western-style buildings.

Crews are now installing new track at the exterior portions of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad as the lengthy refurbishment work continues. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Construction While onboard the Walt Disney World Railroad on Wednesday morning, we saw crew members laying new track pieces at the attraction, specifically in the Tumbleweed section that faces the … Read more

Construction Walls Moved to Next Room of Magic Kingdom Emporium During Refurbishment

A hallway with white-paneled walls and a closed door. A sign stands nearby, with a distant view of a chandelier and a display stand.

Construction walls block another stretch of the Emporium’s interior near Casey’s Corner at Magic Kingdom. Emporium Refurbishment The back half of the room closest to Casey’s Corner was blocked by walls in January. When those walls came down, the flooring had been replaced, the ceiling raised, and some merchandise displays removed, creating more space. The … Read more

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