Jungle Cruise Reopens at Magic Kingdom After 2-Month Refurbishment

Elephants playfully spraying water in a pond, surrounded by rocks and lush greenery, create a scene reminiscent of the jungle cruise reopening.

The Jungle Cruise reopened at Magic Kingdom on October 16 after closing on August 26 for a refurbishment. We took a ride to see if there was anything gnu. Jungle Cruise Reopens After Refurbishment No changes were confirmed beforehand, and it was expected to be a standard refurbishment ahead of the busy holiday season. We … Read more

Jungle Cruise Reopening Early Following Two-Month Refurbishment at Magic Kingdom

Sign reading "World-Famous Jungle Cruise Tours" with nautical decorations including oars and a ship's wheel, mounted on a structure with a red roof under a clear blue sky. Visitors can enjoy a daily recap of the thrilling adventures.

The world-famous Jungle Cruise is set to reopen earlier than expected at Magic Kingdom, following a nearly two-month-long refurbishment. Jungle Cruise Reopening Early at Magic Kingdom According to the operating calendar on the Walt Disney World website, Jungle Cruise will now open ahead of schedule on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. The ride was previously scheduled … Read more

CONFIRMED: ‘World of Color – ONE’ to Return in Late October Following Refurbishment

A colorful nighttime fountain show featuring animated characters projected onto water mist, with vibrant lights and a Ferris wheel in the background, offers a stunning daily recap of magical moments.

“World of Color – ONE,” the nighttime spectacular performed on Paradise Bay at Disney California Adventure, has set its reopening date following a six-week refurbishment. ‘World of Color – ONE’ Reopening Date The nighttime show originally went down for refurbishment on September 9, 2024. It was previously scheduled to return to normal operation on October … Read more

King Triton Returns to Magic Kingdom After Almost a Year

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After nearly a full year, the King Triton statue has returned to its rightful place in Magic Kingdom, complete with a fresh coat of paint (and no more grime). King Triton Statue Returns to Fantasyland After keeping an eye on it over that summer, we first reported on the saga of the King Triton statue … Read more

Adventureland Pavement Replacement Expands Further in Magic Kingdom

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Work on the themed Adventureland pavement in Magic Kingdom has expanded past the Jungle Navigation Co. LTD Skipper Canteen. Adventureland Pavement Work In August, we reported that new thematic pavement was being added in Adventureland just after the bridge. Less than 10 days ago, we updated our reports as the pavement had expanded to the … Read more

Marketplace Starbucks to Close for Short Refurbishment at Disney Springs

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The Marketplace Starbucks location at Disney Springs will soon be unavailable for a short refurbishment. Marketplace Starbucks Refurbishment Scheduled We confirmed with a barista at the location that the refurbishment will begin sometime next week, and last for about two weeks. Cast Members will be temporarily moved to the West Side location while work is … Read more

The Duchess Joins the Duke in The Haunted Mansion at Magic Kingdom

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The Duchess has rejoined the Duke at their graveyard table in The Haunted Mansion at Magic Kingdom. Duke & Duchess in The Haunted Mansion The two Audio-Animatronics were removed from the ride about one year ago. The Duke returned by himself a couple of weeks ago. Now the Duchess is back, although neither figure is … Read more

Jungle Cruise Closed for Two Month Refurbishment at Walt Disney World

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The world-famous Jungle Cruise at Magic Kingdom has closed for a nearly two-month-long refurbishment. Jungle Cruise Refurbishment Today, August 26, Jungle Cruise closed for a nearly two-month-long refurbishment at Magic Kingdom. The start date for this refurbishment has been known for over a month and a half, and Disney previously stated that the attraction would … Read more

Reopening Date Announced for Jungle Cruise at Walt Disney World

Disney has revealed that their scheduled refurbishment of Jungle Cruise is set to end this October in Magic Kingdom. Jungle Cruise Refurbishment End Date According to the “park hours and info” section on the My Disney Experience App, the attraction is set to reopen on October 18, nearly two months after its initial closure on … Read more

More Paneling Removed as Test Track is Reimagined in EPCOT

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Crews continue to demolish the queue of Test Track as part of a reimagining of the EPCOT attraction. Test Track Reimagining There are fewer dumpsters in front of the attraction than there were during our last construction update. But one dumpster is right in front of the entrance doors, which are open for crews to … Read more

More Paneling Removed From Mars Sculpture at Mission: SPACE

People stand in line outside Mission: SPACE, a space-themed attraction with a large spherical building, located at Epcot in Walt Disney World. The sky is clear and blue.

Crews have removed more paneling from the Mars sculpture outside Mission: Space in EPCOT as they continue to refurbish the faded exterior. Mission: SPACE Exterior Refurbishment The Mars sculpture is the final element of the Mission: SPACE facade to get a major refurbishment in the past year. Earth was missing for a while as it … Read more

New Cinderella Castle Stage Refurbishment Seemingly Complete at Magic Kingdom

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The Cinderella Castle stage refurbishment at Magic Kingdom is seemingly complete with new flooring installed and painted. Cinderella Castle Stage Refurbishment The flooring refurbishment at the Cinderella Castle stage appears to be complete. While temporary fencing and green tarps still block entry to the area, blue-gray paint has dried and there are no signs of … Read more

Prince Charming Regal Carrousel Refurbishment Complete at Magic Kingdom

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The refurbishment of Prince Charming Regal Carrousel at Magic Kingdom seems to be complete or will be complete within the week. Prince Charming Regal Carrousel Refurbishment The refurbishment project began in February but the ride has remained open during the work. Horses were periodically roped off for the flooring to be replaced. Most work, however, … Read more