PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 5/14/2025 (Emporium Finds, Construction Updates, and Piloting the Liberty Belle)

Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom, with the Liberty Belle Riverboat nearby, under a bright blue sky and clouds.

Howdy! Today was especially magical in the Magic Kingdom. It was a beautiful day weather-wise. I found some new merchandise featuring Disney World original characters and a few construction updates throughout the park. The most exciting and magical moment was getting the opportunity to join the pilots of the Liberty Belle Riverboat. Good Morning from … Read more

UPDATE: More Structure Removed from Astro Orbiter Amid Refurbishment

Under a blue sky dotted with scattered clouds, the amusement park scene buzzes with activity. The Astro Orbiter gleams among futuristic structures, while photos capture the ongoing refurbishment that promises an exciting future.

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

VIDEO: Guest Climbs From PeopleMover at Magic Kingdom By Herself

PeopleMover vehicles with guests

A guest on the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover in Magic Kingdom evacuated from the ride when it stopped on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 — without Cast Member assistance. Guest Self-Evacuates From PeopleMover The woman was riding the PeopleMover at nighttime when it came to a stop. Rather than wait for instructions from a Cast Member, she … Read more

New Annual Passholder-Exclusive PeopleMover Pin Featuring Mickey and Goofy at Walt Disney World

An enamel PeopleMover pin with Mickey and Goofy in a ride vehicle.

A new Disney pin exclusively for Annual Passholders is available at Walt Disney World. The limited edition pin depicts Mickey and Goofy riding on the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover in Tomorrowland. Annual Passholder-Exclusive Limited Edition PeopleMover Pin – $19.99 Mickey and Goofy are in a PeopleMover car in the foreground of the enamel pin. The … Read more

Updated DisneylandForward Documents Give New Look at Potential Third Theme Park, Skyliner, Shopping, and More

The documentation for DisneylandForward, a proposed theme park expansion plus retail, hotel, and parking projects for Disneyland Resort, has been updated and offers a closer look at what Disney may or may not do with the allotted land should the project move forward. DisneylandForward “DisneylandForward” is Disney’s effort to work with the city to grow … Read more

Haunted Mansion, Big Thunder Mountain, Pirates of the Caribbean, Peter Pan’s Flight, and PeopleMover All Down This Morning at Magic Kingdom

It’s a rough morning for guests hoping to ride some of their favorite attractions early today, as Haunted Mansion, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Pirates of the Caribbean, Peter Pan’s Flight, and the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover were all temporarily closed at Magic Kingdom this morning. The PeopleMover recently came back to life, and Peter Pan’s … Read more

PHOTOS: PeopleMover Unexpectedly Closed, Curtained Off at Magic Kingdom

The Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover is unexpectedly closed at Magic Kingdom, with black curtains blocking the entrance. It’s not unusual for PeopleMover to sometimes go down during the day, but the curtains suggest it won’t be opening today at all and may remain closed for longer. Cast Members said the closure was due to “maintenance … Read more