It looks like Big Top Souvenirs is preparing to reopen in Storybook Circus at Magic Kingdom, after being closed since March 2020. In June, the store’s sign was removed for refurbishment, and now the tent building is surrounded by planters to obscure the view of any work being done. Guests will notice the colorful planters … Read more
All aboard! Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station water play area has reopened at the Magic Kingdom, following a thorough repainting that began back in March. However, the play area has been dry since March 2020 when Walt Disney World closed due to COVID-19. This is the first time in over a year that the … Read more
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, June 30, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more
When we recently visited The Barnstormer, we noticed even more refurbishments on the Storybook Circus ride. They’ve already given the Great Goofini an update on his rocket, along with other props throughout the ride. Now the queue seems to be getting a fresh coat of paint in preparation for the upcoming 50th Anniversary celebration at … Read more
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 Friday, June 25, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more
The sign for Big Top Souvenirs at Storybook Circus in Magic Kingdom has been removed. The large three-section sign previously towered above the doors. Here is what the sign looked like. It’s possible the sign is being refurbished or replaced. Storybook Circus has seen many refurbishments in the past few months as Magic Kingdom is … Read more
As we creep closer to October 1st, the 50th anniversary of the Magic Kingdom, refurbishment projects are ongoing across the park. Repainting continues around Storybook Circus at both Dumbo the Flying Elephant and Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station. Let’s take a look at the newest progress. The shield crest atop the center of the … Read more
The attractions of Storybook Circus at Magic Kingdom are being refurbished ahead of the park’s 50th anniversary later this year. The engine of Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station was finally completed, and now work continues on the elephant car of the train. The giraffe car was also unveiled with fresh paint. Blue painter’s tape … Read more
Hold onto your hats! Refurbishments have begun at The Barnstormer at Fantasyland as part of the ongoing preparations for the 50th anniversary of the Magic Kingdom. The park turns the big 5-0 on October 1st of this year, and all around the park, Imagineers have been hard at work to make sure everything is in … Read more
Fantasyland continues to be under extensive refurbishments in anticipation of the 50th anniversary of Magic Kingdom this October. While all areas of the park have been receiving attention, Fantasyland has been getting the most updating with shops and attractions receiving façade work. Over in Storybook Circus, repainting continues on Dumbo the Flying Elephant and Casey … Read more
As we approach Magic Kingdom’s 50th anniversary only four and a half months away, some areas of the park are getting much-needed refreshes. In addition to the Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station in Storybook Circus, Dumbo the Flying Elephant is being repainted. The right side of the attraction’s queue was repainted a few days … Read more
It’s almost time for “The World’s Most Magical Celebration,” and things are starting to get “EARidescent” over at Storybook Circus. Other areas of Fantasyland have been receiving the royal treatment. It’s Dumbo the Flying Elephant’s time to step into the ring, and the right side of the classic attraction has been repainted. The Big Top … Read more
The Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station has been under refurbishment for the past few weeks as Magic Kingdom is refreshed ahead of its 50th anniversary this October. Following the repainting of the train cars, work has now begun on repainting the train engine. The engine is currently surrounded with shrubbery to block view of … Read more
The Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station at Magic Kingdom is in the middle of a repainting just in time for the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World. We checked in and found that the giraffe vignette and the cream-colored train car are looking bright and cheerful with new coats of paint. The green car … Read more
Send in the clowns! Painting has begun at Casey Jr.’s Splash ‘N’ Soak Station at the Magic Kingdom as the park continues to prepare for its 50th birthday. The bold colors of the repainted clown car on the left contrast with the worn cars on the right. The front of the world famous clowns’ car … Read more
Good afternoon from Magic Kingdom! After noticing long wait times and crowds at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we’re checking up on Magic Kingdom to see if wait times are getting longer as the holidays approach. The park was relatively calm when we arrived this morning. Some areas were almost empty. The wait time for Pirates of … Read more