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More Track, New Tables, and a Patriotic Flying Dumpster at Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

March 24, 2025 Gretchen McDermid

A crane carefully lifts and positions a structure over the rocky terrain resembling Big Thunder Mountain on the left. On the right, another crane hoists a platform draped with a U.S. flag against a cloudy sky.

The refurbishment of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom Park continues with more track pieces being lowered, a new seating area, and another flying dumpster with a patriotic color scheme. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Construction The first major change by Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has taken place outside the main attraction, on the pathway … Read more

VIDEO: Disneyland Railroad Reopens After Second Round of Construction

March 7, 2025 Jamie Rowland

A brick building with a sign reading "DISNEYLAND Population 650,000,000 Elevation 138 feet" above the entrance stands proudly as the Disneyland Railroad reopens. The roof features dormer windows and decorative elements, echoing the charm of classic construction.

The Disneyland Railroad has reopened after being closed for its second round of refurbishment. The railroad was previously closed in fall 2024 when Cast Members told us that was the first of four three-month refurbishments. Work on Main Street Station has been complete, so this closure likely focused on track replacement. We did not notice any major … Read more

Walt Disney World Railroad Adds Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Narration & View of Finale

June 28, 2024 Shannen Ace

A woman in an ornate green dress stands singing in front of an elaborate staircase adorned with flowers, surrounded by animated animals. Channeling the spirit of Tiana's Bayou Adventure, two frogs are in the foreground, adding a touch of magic to the scene.

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is officially open and that means an update to the Walt Disney World Railroad that circles Magic Kingdom. The railroad now has new narration about Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and riders can see into the attraction’s finale thanks to an uncovered window. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Narration on Walt Disney World Railroad As guests … Read more

PHOTOS: Walt Disney World Railroad Dress Rolls Into the Wrong Station, Debuts at Disneyland Resort

January 27, 2022 Jade Mackey

Last month, we reported how both the Walt Disney World and Disneyland Railroad versions of this dress debuted on shopDisney. We then later found the Disneyland version at the Dress Shop in Disney Springs at Walt Disney World. And interestingly enough, today we found the Walt Disney World version at Elias & Co. at the … Read more

Walt Disney World Railroad to Begin Testing Adjusted Tracks Soon

December 8, 2021 Shannen Michaelsen

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The Walt Disney World Railroad at Magic Kingdom has been closed for three years now due to the construction of TRON Lightcycle / Run. While the attraction won’t be returning to service any time soon, Dewayne Bevil with Orlando Sentinel reports that we’ll be hearing some sign of life at the tracks as testing begins. … Read more

Closure of Walt Disney World Railroad Officially Extended into January 2022

October 26, 2021 Shannen Michaelsen

With a large section of track still missing due to construction of TRON Lightcycle / Run, the closure of the Walt Disney World Railroad at Magic Kingdom has been officially extended into early January 2022. The Walt Disney World Railroad initially closed in December 2018. Disney has not announced a reopening date. It will likely … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 8/19/21 (Face Coverings Not Required on Outdoor Attractions, Railroad Station Fully Uncovered, Jungle Cruise Changes, and More)

August 21, 2021 Carmen Jordan

Hello and welcome to a magical morning at Walt Disney World! Today we ventured through Magic Kingdom, where there were definitely lots of surprises in store! Join us as we travel through the park and resorts and discover them together. Let’s jump in! We were pleasantly surprised this morning to find that all of the … Read more

PHOTOS: More Track Laid as Work Progresses on Walt Disney World Railroad at Magic Kingdom

May 19, 2021 Justin Giglio

The Walt Disney World Railroad has been closed for over two years now, as it has been rerouted due to TRON Lightcycle / Run construction. Work on the tracks near the coaster continues to pick up steam, igniting hope that the work might be complete in time for Magic Kingdom’s 50th anniversary celebration in October. … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Continues on Walt Disney World Railroad in Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom

April 7, 2021 Shannen Michaelsen

New track continues to be laid at the Walt Disney World Railroad’s Fantasyland station in Storybook Circus. The attraction has been closed for over two years, due to construction of the neighboring TRON Lightcycle / Run. With the current pace of construction, it’s possible the Walt Disney World Railroad will reopen in time for “The … Read more

PHOTOS: More New Railroad Ties Placed for Walt Disney World Railroad at Magic Kingdom

April 2, 2021 Shannen Michaelsen

The Walt Disney World Railroad has been closed for over two years at Magic Kingdom as it is rerouted due to TRON Lightcycle / Run construction. Work on laying new track near the roller coaster is picking up, and it seems that Disney might try to have this project done in time for Magic Kingdom’s … Read more

PHOTOS: Work Progresses on Walt Disney World Railroad Near TRON Lightcycle Run in Magic Kingdom

March 31, 2021March 31, 2021 Jessica

The Walt Disney World Railroad closed in December 2018 and has yet to reopen. The fan favorite and classic Walt Disney World attraction is receiving new track that is rerouted slightly due to the addition of TRON: Lightcycle / Run. Work continues behind TRON: Lightcycle / Run in Tomorrowland. Lots of supplies sit nearby as … Read more

PHOTOS: Track Installation Continues at Fantasyland Station for the Walt Disney World Railroad in Magic Kingdom

March 15, 2021 Shannen Michaelsen

The Walt Disney World Railroad has been closed since late 2018 due to the construction of TRON: Lightcycle / Run. The railroad tracks have been rerouted and replaced in many areas and now new track is being installed near the Fantasyland Station. The rails and railroad ties we spotted last time are still staged on the platform. The … Read more

PHOTOS: Walt Disney World Railroad Track Removed for Replacement at Fantasyland Station in the Magic Kingdom

September 5, 2020 Shannen Michaelsen

The Walt Disney World Railroad has now been closed for almost two full years and is set to remain closed until 2021 due to the construction of TRON Lightcycle / Run. Though an exhibit featuring one of the trains had been operating at the Fantasyland Station prior to the park’s closure, the exhibit has not … Read more

Walt Disney World Railroad to Remain Closed Until 2021 Due to TRON Lightcycle Run Construction at the Magic Kingdom

October 17, 2019October 17, 2019 Derek Sterling

The Walt Disney World Railroad has been closed since the beginning of 2019 for track work in relation to TRON Lightcycle Run construction. Images have circulated of missing track near Tomorrowland as work is done to reroute the railroad through the TRON attraction. It has been speculated that the railroad would remain closed until TRON … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 9/21/19 (Main Entrance, Peoplemover Construction, TRON Lightcycle Run, ETC.)

September 21, 2019 David Wasman

As the 50th anniversary in 2021 approaches, Walt Disney World continues its work of improving every corner of the Magic Kingdom. You can visit our last update for comparison. For now, here is the latest Magic Kingdom construction update. In Tomorrowland, work continues in returning The People Mover back to its original 1970’s look and … Read more

Zach Larson’s 10/25/11 Magic Kingdom Photo Report

October 28, 2011 Tom Corless

WDWNT Reporter Zach Larson visited the Magic Kingdom on Tuesday and has a ton of newsworthy photos to share with us (including a ton of New Fantasyland progress), so let’s take a look:

Caste Dreamlight installations looks just about finished