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Disney Shareholders Plan to Vote Against Bob Chapek's Re-Election to Board of Directors, Space Mountain Suffers Downtime Due to Smoking Fridge, Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Entertainment Update, and More: Daily Recap (2/7/22)

February 8, 2022February 7, 2022

We bring you a lot of stories every single day, and sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we’ve rounded up all our stories in one place to get today’s news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Monday, February 7, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

UPDATE: Evacuation of Space Mountain at Walt Disney World Caused by Smoking Break Room Refrigerator According to Firefighters

February 7, 2022

Reedy Creek firefighters have revealed to Orlando Sentinel reporters that the alarm which shut down Space Mountain and the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover this afternoon was caused by a smoking refrigerator in a Cast Member break room. Reedy Creek spokeswoman Eryka Washington confirmed to the Orlando Sentinel this afternoon that firefighters were dispatched after smoke … Read more

BREAKING: Space Mountain and Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover at Magic Kingdom Closed Due to Possible Fire

February 7, 2022February 7, 2022

Update: The alarms were caused by a smoking break room refrigerator according to Reedy Creek firefighters, there was no actual fire. The original article remains below. The Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover and Space Mountain at Magic Kingdom are both currently closed. Guests reported hearing a fire alarm and Cast Members evacuating them from the Space … Read more

PHOTOS: Celebrate Magic Key Holder Month With a Complimentary Poster Featuring the Mountains of Disneyland Resort

February 1, 2022

It’s officially Magic Key Holder Celebration Month here at Disneyland Resort, and as part of the festivities, Key Holders can pick up a complimentary poster featuring the iconic mountains. Guests can stop by the Magic Key area on the promenade between Cars Land and Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure, across from Blue Sky Cellar. … Read more

PHOTOS: New Cinderella Castle 50th Anniversary Sculpture by Jim Shore Offers Nostalgic Surprises at Walt Disney World

December 24, 2021

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The latest addition to the many, many pieces of merchandise celebrating Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary has arrived, and it’s got plenty of nostalgic surprises! Cinderella Castle 50th Anniversary Sculpture by Jim Shore – $175 This statue by Jim Shore features Cinderella Castle in the pink and blue color scheme that was painted for Walt … Read more

BREAKING: Select Walt Disney World Attractions Moving From Individual Lightning Lane to Genie+ for Limited Time

December 17, 2021

From December 19 through January 3, four Walt Disney World attractions that currently have individual Lightning Lane access will instead be available through Genie+. These attractions are Space Mountain at Magic Kingdom, Frozen Ever After at EPCOT, Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Expedition Everest at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Instead of … Read more

Space Mountain Has Yet to Open Today at the Magic Kingdom

December 4, 2021

Space Mountain, one of the most popular attractions at the Magic Kingdom, has yet to open today, December 4, 2021. When the park opened at 8:30 a.m., the attraction did not open along with it. As of 1 p.m., Space Mountain is still closed. Cast Members are stationed in front of the ride’s entrance to … Read more

SHOP: Disney Parks Little Golden Book Set Now Available for Pre-Order

November 13, 2021

A series of Disney Parks Little Golden Books are being released, but you can also collect all five in a new set coming May 2022. The set is available for pre-order now. Disney Parks Little Golden Book Library – $29.95 The collection includes “The Haunted Mansion,” “it’s a small world,” “Jungle Cruise,” “Space Mountain,” and … Read more

When Lightning Doesn't Strike: Three Lightning Lane Purchases You Should Never Make at Walt Disney World

November 7, 2021

Genie+ and Lightning Lane have recently launched at Walt Disney World and we have tried them all. After skipping the wait at multiple rides and watching the standby wait versus the Lightning Lane for several days now, we have come to the conclusion that while some of the paid Fastpass options might be worth the … Read more

SHOP: 50th Anniversary Walt Disney World Funko POP! Figures Now Available for Pre-Order

November 1, 2021

The new 50th anniversary Funko POP! figures have been confirmed and most of them are now available for pre-order on Target.com. There are six different figures. The castle with a golden Mickey is exclusive to Disney and will be available soon. Funko POP! Deluxe: Walt Disney World 50th – Queen in Teacup (Target Exclusive) – … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom and Disney's Animal Kingdom 9/23/21 (New Jeweled Banners, New 50th Anniversary Gift Cards, FastPass Kiosk Removal, and More)

September 26, 2021

Hiya, Pals! Welcome to The Most Magical Place On Earth. We had a fun-filled day at Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Wish upon a star because we are headed in! New Jeweled 50th Anniversary Banners were hung along Main Street U.S.A.. They adorned every other lamppost, while Pumpkin Carriages were placed on the others. … Read more

PHOTOS: Space Mountain Exterior Being Cleaned for 50th Anniversary of the Magic Kingdom

September 24, 2021

Crew members on the exterior of Space Mountain at Magic Kingdom seemed to be cleaning the building’s white paneling. With only a week to go before the resort’s 50th anniversary, every inch of Magic Kingdom is being cleaned up. The exterior of Space Mountain had been turning black in places, so it’s nice to see … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (8/17/21): Original Menu Returns to ‘Ohana, Cirque Du Soleil “Drawn to Life” Debut Set, Hotel Occupancy Rates Dropping Fast, First Look at Spaceship Earth “Points of Light", and More

August 17, 2021

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, August 1, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

Space Mountain Little Golden Book to Blast Off this Winter

August 17, 2021August 17, 2021

This post may contain affiliate links; please read the disclosure for more information. Disney is already on a roll with their line up of Little Golden Books having introduced stories for the Haunted Mansion and Jungle Cruise. Now, readers can take off for Alpha Centauri with their newest addition themed to Space Mountain! The book, found on … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 7/21/21 (Character Cavalcade Times Made Public, Tony’s Restaurant Sign Removed, Jungle Cruise Gets New Sign, and More)

July 22, 2021July 22, 2021

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Hello from a lovely but hot and humid day at the Magic Kingdom! We came to check out what might be new at this classic park, and we found some things to show you. Let’s get started! On our way into the park, we noticed that the first parking lot as you exit the Transportation … Read more

PHOTOS: Single Rider Line Option Reopens on Space Mountain at Disneyland Park

June 29, 2021

It may be a gloomy day here in California, but there is much to celebrate around the Disneyland Resort as more offerings are brought back to guests. Joining the list for single rider line options on popular attractions we now have the beloved Space Mountain. Radiator Springs Racers over in Cars Land at California Adventure … Read more