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‘Celebrate Soulfully’ Offerings Return to Disney Parks to Celebrate Black History Month 2025

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“Celebrate Soulfully” returns to Disney Parks in honor of Black History Month with several performances, limited-time offerings, and more. Celebrate Soulfully at Disney Parks Guests will be able to take part in cultural experiences including performances, artwork, meet-and-greets, and various foods and drinks at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort as part of “Celebrate Soulfully.” … Read more

Jackhammer Work and Even More Scaffolding at Big Thunder Mountain in Magic Kingdom

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Jackhammer work is now taking place on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad as more rockwork is removed and scaffolding is added during our latest construction check-in. Big Thunder Mountain Construction Update We started our latest construction tour with a view from the Walt Disney World Railroad of the maintenance barn. During our last look at the … Read more

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom Closing Early in January and February

Image of a theme park attraction with lush greenery, rocky formations, and a water tower. The "Bayou Adventure" sign stands prominently amid the foliage. A fence and stone path are visible in the foreground under a clear blue sky.

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom will close early on several January and February weekdays. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Closing Early Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will close at 6 p.m. on the following dates: The early closures may be for regular maintenance. Splash Mountain usually closed for an annual refurbishment in January or February, when temperatures are … Read more

Facade Work Continues on the DVC Lounge Replacing Shootin’ Arcade in Magic Kingdom

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Facade work continues at the former Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade in Frontierland as it’s transformed into the upcoming Disney Vacation Club Lounge. Disney Vacation Club Lounge Construction The Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade was an opening day attraction at the park and closed permanently on June 23, 2024, to make way for the new Disney Vacation Club (DVC) … Read more

NEW Hidden Mickey Tiaras & Scepters Experience at Magic Kingdom

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A new experience, Hidden Mickey Tiaras & Scepters, is available at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World. Hidden Mickey Tiaras & Scepters This new experience is located at Crystal Arts on Main Street U.S.A. and allows guests to build their own tiara or scepter. Guests can choose from two different tiaras depending on the type … Read more

More Track Removed from Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Walt Disney World

Amusement park roller coaster under maintenance, with exposed tracks and scaffolding near a rocky structure by water.

As the more than one-year-long refurbishment progresses, more track has been removed from Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Refurbishment We boarded the Liberty Square Riverboat to get a closer look at the latest progress of the refurbishment work. During our last update, orange cones had been set up on … Read more

Tortuga Tavern Under Refurbishment with Rolling Planters Up in Magic Kingdom

Entrance to Tortuga Tavern, a wooden building with archways, surrounded by palm trees and greenery. A mobility scooter and waste bins are visible in the foreground.

Rolling planters have been set up around the seating area of Tortuga Tavern in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. Tortuga Tavern Refurbishment During our recent visit to Magic Kingdom, we observed that rolling planters have been set up around Tortuga Tavern in Adventureland. The planters span the entire length of the seating area at … Read more

PHOTOS: Planets and Rocket Ship Vehicles Removed from Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom

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As refurbishment continues on the Astro Orbiter in Magic Kingdom, the planets and rocket ship vehicles have all been removed. Astro Orbiter Refurbishment The planets and rocket ship vehicles typically attached to the structure of the Astro Orbiter have been removed as refurbishment continues. During the ride, the rocket vehicles would “blast off” into the … Read more

Dumbo the Flying Elephant Playground at Magic Kingdom Closing for Refurbishment

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The indoor Dumbo the Flying Elephant playground at Magic Kingdom will close for a refurbishment later this month. Dumbo the Flying Elephant Playground Refurbishment Disney states the playground, located in the attraction’s circus tent queue, will close on January 27, 2025. It’s expected to reopen in the spring of 2025. Dumbo the Flying Elephant will … Read more

New Bedazzled Shirts Featuring Mickey and Friends Appear in Walt Disney World

Four bedazzled shirts featuring Mickey and Friends are displayed on hangers in a store: a red tee with Mickey Mouse, a gray one with Minnie Mouse, light blue showcasing Donald Duck, and pink adorned with Daisy Duck—perfect souvenirs from Walt Disney World.

A sparkly new collection of bedazzled shirts featuring Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Daisy have appeared in Walt Disney World. We found all four of the new shirts at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom. Donald Bedazzled Shirt – $44.99 The first bedazzled shirt is ice blue and features Donald Duck, looking sharp in his classic sailor … Read more

Rockwork Torn Away on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom

Construction workers in safety gear repair a rocky structure surrounded by caution tape, evoking the adventurous spirit of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad.

Crews are moving quickly on the intensive refurbishment of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom, which closed a week ago. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Construction As we first passed Big Thunder Mountain Railroad on the Walt Disney World Railroad, we saw several signs of construction in the attraction’s old west town of Tumbleweed. Scaffolding … Read more

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