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WDWNT Daily Recap (10/21/20): All-Star Movies Reopening Date Set, EPCOT Festival of the Arts to Return in 2021, Disneyland Considers Legal Action Against California, Christmas Merch Arrives at Walt Disney World, and More!

October 21, 2020

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, October 21, 2020. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: “it’s a small world” Construction Walls Receive Matching Themed Covers at the Magic Kingdom

October 20, 2020

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While under refurbishment, “it’s a small world” is almost entirely covered in construction walls and scrims. Thankfully, Disney is at least giving these walls and scrims a themed look. Yesterday, we saw a few new colorful scrims and today they have overtaken more of the walls. The striped scrims descend over the green construction walls. … Read more

Full List of Dining, Shops, and Activities Released for Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Reopening – Big Blue Pool Closing 2021 for Refurbishment

October 13, 2020

After a series of delays, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort will be reopening on November 1 at Walt Disney World, and a full list of dining, shops, and activities has just been released for the resort. The following offerings and experiences will be available when Disney’s Art of Animation Resort reopens. Hours of operation will … Read more

PHOTOS: Additional Scrims Added to “it’s a small world” Turrets at the Magic Kingdom

October 10, 2020

More scrims have been added to “it’s a small world” at Magic Kingdom, which is receiving a refurbishment for the 50th anniversary of the park next year. It’s likely the attraction will receive new signage and the entrance will be switched back to the original location. However, these new scrims on the upper turrets of … Read more

PHOTOS: Liberty Square Riverboat and Tom Sawyer Island Now Closed for Three-Month Refurbishment at the Magic Kingdom

October 7, 2020

If you’re looking to sail on the Rivers of America or seek adventure in some island caves, you’ll have to wait until next year. Both the Liberty Square Riverboat and Tom Sawyer Island have closed at the Magic Kingdom for a scheduled three-month refurbishment. The Riverboat Landing is currently roped off, with an A-frame sign … Read more

PHOTOS: More Gold Accents Appear As Magic Kingdom Toll Plaza Refurbishment Continues

October 2, 2020

The Magic Kingdom toll plaza is receiving a fresh coat of paint to celebrate the park’s 50th anniversary next year. The refurbishment will take eight weeks, with three lanes of the plaza closed at a time. We’ve already seen the plaza’s new royal blue coloring and some fresh gold lettering, now even more gold is … Read more

PHOTOS: Scrim Removed, City Hall Refurbishment Completed at the Magic Kingdom

September 25, 2020

City Hall on Main Street, U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom has been under refurbishment since January. While it was completely covered by a scrim for several months, the top portion of the building was partially revealed yesterday, with the building in full view this morning: It looks like the building has a fresh coat of paint … Read more

Tokyo Disney Resort Releases Refurbishment Calendar Through February 2021

September 8, 2020

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Although a number of annual refurbishment projects were either completed during or cancelled due to the effects of the COVID-19 extended closure, Tokyo Disney Resort is ready to resume routine annual maintenance on some of its attractions. As such, a refurbishment calendar has been released through February 2021 on their official website. Please note that … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Restaurants Reopen in Magic Kingdom, Disneyland Readies for Eventual Reopening, Labor Day Crowds Descend on Both Coasts, Fall Treats and Merch Come to Walt Disney World, and More!

September 6, 2020

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from August 30 to September 6, 2020. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom We ventured into the … Read more

PeopleMover Refurbishment Extended Through November at the Magic Kingdom

September 6, 2020

The Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover, a favorite attraction among guests at the Magic Kingdom, was officially moved to the refurbishment list back in August. At the time, the refurbishment calendar only listed the attraction being closed through October 31st, 2020. However, it seems the refurbishment is going to last a bit longer, with the new … Read more

Disney Reduces Capital Expenditure Decrease for Parks to $700 Million

August 10, 2020

As it turns out, Disney Parks, Resorts and Products will be spending more than previously expected on construction and refurbishments at the theme parks. At last week’s Q3 earnings call, The Walt Disney Company announced that the cut in capital expenditures has been reduced to $700 million. Previously, a $900 million cut was expected. Disney … Read more

Peoplemover at the Magic Kingdom Now Officially Closed Through Halloween

August 13, 2020August 8, 2020

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The Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover, a favorite attraction among guests at the Magic Kingdom, has officially be moved to the refurbishment list. When visiting the Walt Disney World webpage for the attraction, it is noted at the bottom of the page that the attraction is temporarily unavailable and closed for refurbishment. The date for the … Read more

PHOTOS: Cinderella Castle Makeover, TRON Lightcycle Run Construction Back in Progress at the Magic Kingdom

June 4, 2020

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While March 16th, 2020 was certainly one of the most notable dates in Walt Disney World history – the day it closed due to COVID-19 conerns – the following day was also one of significance. That was the day that it was reported that most or all construction projects at Walt Disney World would be … Read more

Disney Announces $900 Million Decrease in Capital Expenditures Mostly Due to Postponed, Cancelled Construction and Refurbishment Projects at Disney Parks Around the World

May 5, 2020May 5, 2020

During today’s Walt Disney Company Q2 earnings call, it was revealed that there will be a $900M decrease in CAPEX spending anticipated for FY20, mostly due to postponed construction and refurbishment projects during the closure of the Disney Parks around the world. This is obviously related to the ongoing construction delays and how much longer … Read more

PHOTOS: Jessie’s Critter Carousel Reopens at Disney California Adventure Following Refurbishment

March 6, 2020

Yee-haw! After over a week of being out of action, Jessie’s Critter Carousel is spinning once more at Disney California Adventure. The Pixar Pier attraction reopened today after closing for a brief refurbishment on February 24th. Thankfully, the attraction looks refreshed and ready to go! Look at the shiny critters! SHINY RACCOON! That is the … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Animal Kingdom 2/22/20 (Entrance Construction, New Pins, Pandora Refurb, Lounging Tigers, and More)

February 22, 2020

Good morning from Disney’s Animal Kingdom! We’re here to check out what’s new here on the wild side of Walt Disney World. The first thing to greet us upon arrival was similar to most of the parks recently: construction! Disney is making lots of improvements across it’s properties, and Animal Kingdom is no exception. This … Read more