In the latest viral clip of Disney guest behavior, a guest holding a baby in his arms yells at a Pirates of the Caribbean Cast Member while the ride is broken down on Christmas Day. Guest Yells at Pirates of the Caribbean Cast Member The video was shared on TikTok by user theWorking.mom, who wrote … Read more
The Pinocchio Village Haus restrooms in Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom have reopened after an almost year-long refurbishment. The restrooms were first scheduled for refurbishment in early 2023 but didn’t end up closing until early 2024. Pinocchio Village Haus Restrooms Refurbishment The restrooms are between the Pinocchio-themed restaurant and a castle wall. Two archways lead into … Read more
The new Disneyland 70th anniversary commercial uses a 3D model of Magic Kingdom instead of Disneyland Park. Disneyland 70 Ad Shows Magic Kingdom The 30-second ad premiered during the “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade” special. X user Mouskegamer pointed out the strange park error. A few seconds into the ad, Mickey stands on the … Read more
A new Magic Kingdom-branded Pandora charm inspired by Cinderella Castle is available at the Walt Disney World theme park. Cinderella Castle Pandora Charm – $85 The silver charm has a sculpted castle dangling from a ring. Gemstones line the circular base of the castle. There are also gems on the front of the castle where … Read more
Christmas Day is almost upon us and Walt Disney World theme park reservations are becoming increasingly difficult to secure. Walt Disney World Park Reservations for Christmas Day 2024 Here’s the latest on park availability per the official Walt Disney World theme park reservation calendar for Christmas Day 2024. At the time of publishing, the current … Read more
With Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party now over for the 2024 season, merchandise from the event has been made available for purchase to regular daytime guests visiting Magic Kingdom. 2024 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Merchandise Available During Daily Operations The merchandise display can be found on the right wall of the Emporium when coming … Read more
The newly installed walls of the upcoming Pirates of the Caribbean lounge at Magic Kingdom have received a fresh coat of paint. Pirates of the Caribbean Lounge Construction Construction walls remain up inside and outside Plaza del Sol Caribe Bazaar, the Pirates of the Caribbean gift shop in Adventureland. Over the construction walls, the new … Read more
The Swiss Family Treehouse at Magic Kingdom has partially reopened following its one-month-long refurbishment, after not making its initial reopening date last week. Swiss Family Treehouse Partially Reopens The treehouse still has significant scaffolding and scrim surrounding the exterior. The bridge walking over to the treehouse is open once again. Some sections remain behind scrim … Read more
As the busiest time of the year approaches, the $400+ Lightning Lane Premier Pass has sold out for six days between Christmas and the end of the year at Magic Kingdom. For the week between holidays, six of seven days are sold out. The only date between December 25 – 31 that is not sold … Read more
For a limited time this holiday season, Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade is performing twice daily at the Magic Kingdom. Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade The parade is an exclusive offering at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, a separately ticketed special event, during most of the season. Once the parties are done for … Read more
The popular Mickey and Minnie Gingerbread House Popcorn Bucket is now in stock at Magic Kingdom. Mickey and Minnie Gingerbread House Popcorn Bucket – $29.95 The bucket debuted for the 2024 holiday season at Disneyland in November before coming exclusively to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party on December 5. On December 12, it became available … Read more
The Swiss Family Treehouse at Magic Kingdom was originally slated to reopen on December 20 following a month-long refurbishment. However, with no word, it failed to open to guests, and now a new reopening date has been added. Swiss Family Treehouse Reopening Delayed Now, on December 21, Disney has quietly updated the operating hours calendar … Read more
Howdy! It’s another day in the Magic Kingdom, but with all the fog you could barely see it! I found lots of fun merchandise, saw a lot of construction and refurbishment work, and of course, rode the Monorail a few times. Foggy Start This morning, the fog was certainly aggressive. The ferryboats didn’t open at … Read more
The Swiss Family Treehouse closed on November 18, 2024, for a planned 1-month-long refurbishment. Today, it is still closed despite Disney’s expected reopening date of December 20. Swiss Family Treehouse Construction Green scrim is still prominently set up around the tree, blocking a significant portion of the lower levels from guest view. A rope blocks … Read more
Walt Disney World has submitted their updated plans for the transformation of Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island at Magic Kingdom to the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD), following the district’s Request for Additional Information (RAI). Disney Submits Updated Plans for Rivers of America The RAI response letter is a whopping 23 pages, … Read more
Walt Disney World has released the showtimes for two entertainment offerings normally exclusive to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party that will be offered during Christmas Week 2024: “Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade” and “Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks.” ‘Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade’ Daytime Performances Starting tomorrow, Saturday, December 21, and running through Tuesday, … Read more