Lightning Lane Premier Pass sold out for Magic Kingdom on Friday, January 31, 2025 — the first sellout for the offering since it became accessible to all Walt Disney World guests. Premier Pass Sells Out Lightning Lane Premier Pass was $379 for Magic Kingdom on Friday. Premier Pass pricing varies by date, but the original Walt … Read more
“I paid my ticket to be here,” a tourist said before she was arrested for refusing to budge during the Magic Kingdom fireworks and then poking the deputy who was escorting her out of the park, according to a newly released Orange County Sheriff’s report. Guest Kicked Out of Magic Kingdom for Blocking Casey’s Corner … Read more
Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World will close early tomorrow, January 30, 2025. Magic Kingdom Closing Early According to WDWMagic.com, Magic Kingdom will close early on January 30 for a Cast Service Celebration. The celebration rewards Cast Members who have reached a certain milestone in their Disney career, ranging between 10-50 years of service. According … Read more
The refurbishment of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom continues with Jackhammer work and more scaffolding set up. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Refurbishment We climbed aboard the Walt Disney World Railroad to get a look at the refurbishment progress of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. We noticed a large yellow hose as we passed by, … Read more
As Tortuga Tavern in Adventureland at Magic Kingdom continues to undergo refurbishment, the flooring has been removed. Tortuga Tavern Refurbishment In our last update, we reported that rolling planters had been set up around the seating area of the quick-service restaurant. Behind the rolling shrubs, we were able to see that the structural pillars were … Read more
The Disney Parks Blog has released the full list of all the food and beverages that will be available to celebrate Valentine’s Day 2025 at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort. Walt Disney World Resort Disney Springs Amorette’s Patisserie (Available Feb. 1 through 14; mobile order available) The Ganachery Summer House on the Lake (Available Feb. … Read more
Disney has made a small change in the wording on their Disability Access Service (DAS) Program website. Disney’s Disability Access Service Program The wording on the website previously stated, “DAS is one of the programs offered at Walt Disney World Resort theme parks intended to accommodate only those Guests who, due to a developmental disability … Read more
The merchandise kiosks have returned to Adventureland after more of the new themed pavement was installed. Adventureland Pavement Update Since the summer of 2024, Disney has slowly replaced the pavement in Adventureland section by section. Recently, the area near the entrance of Adventureland was being prepped to receive an update. Last week, we reported that … Read more
The entire center structure of the Astro Orbiter has been removed as refurbishment work continues on the attraction at Magic Kingdom. Astro Orbiter Refurbishment In our last update, we reported that additional pieces of the attraction had been removed, including the center spire on the ride’s structure. The center structure that typically holds the large … Read more
The indoor playground at Dumbo the Flying Elephant in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort will now close in February for refurbishment, rather than its previously-scheduled January date. Dumbo the Flying Elephant Playground Refurbishment Earlier this month, we reported that the playground was set to close for refurbishment beginning January 27, 2025, and was … Read more
A new year means new collectible medallions at Walt Disney World Resort. 2025 medallions are available at machines throughout the Walt Disney World theme parks, resort hotels, and Disney Springs. This list includes every location currently selling the new 2025 medallions as of January 26. We will update this post with additional machines or locations … Read more
After nearly a year of being absent from the attraction, the missing African elephant animatronic has returned to Magic Kingdom’s Jungle Cruise. Jungle Cruise Elephant After traveling through the ancient temple ruins, guests aboard their boat will enter an area filled with bathing elephants. Elephant animatronics are situated on either side of the boat, including … Read more
New Her Universe Mickey apparel has arrived at Walt Disney World. We first spotted this new collection at Star Traders located in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom. The collection features a cardigan, overalls, t-shirt, and letterman-style jacket and resembles a quarter-zip sweatshirt that was posted by Her Universe in a sneak peak on Instagram. Mickey Cardigan … Read more
A new plastic tumbler inspired by Walt Disney World’s opening year of 1971 has arrived at the park. We found the new tumbler at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom. Florida 1971 Tumbler – $29.99 The new tumbler is black plastic with a white handle and lid. The center of the tumbler has a large “D” … Read more
In our last report, we noted that the majority of planets and the rocket ship vehicles had been removed from Astro Orbiter amid its months-long refurbishment. Additional pieces of the ride’s structure have now been removed. The top portion of the ride’s structure is now missing. This includes the antenna-like spire and centered yellow planet … Read more
An air compressor has been set up along the rockwork of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and more scaffolding has been added as refurbishment continues. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Refurbishment Our views from the Walt Disney World Railroad gave us a look at the refurbishment work that was underway. We saw crew members actively at work … Read more