PHOTOS: 50th Anniversary Medallions Added to World Center Drive Entrance of Walt Disney World Resort

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Decorative 50th-anniversary medallions have been added to the World Center Drive entrance archway of Walt Disney World Resort. The two medallions are on the columns directly on either side of the road. They resemble the large medallion on the front of Cinderella Castle. All of the entrances to Walt Disney World were reimagined earlier this … Read more

VIDEO: Behind the Scenes of New Song For ‘Disney Enchantment’ Fireworks Coming to Magic Kingdom

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A new nighttime spectacular called “Disney Enchantment” will debut at Magic Kingdom on October 1 for the park’s 50th anniversary. This new fireworks show will feature a brand-new song by former Cast Member and Grammy winner Philip Lawrence. Lawrence got his start as a Cast Member at Walt Disney World Resort, performing in shows like … Read more

VIDEO: First Commercial Featuring Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Theme Song “The Magic is Calling” Released

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In a new advertisement for Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary on October 1 and “The World’s Most Magical Celebration”, the celebration’s theme song can be heard. Watch the ad below: “The Magic Is Calling” was created by platinum-selling songwriter and music producer Alan Da Fonseca and award-winning composer Emily Bear and is sung by Journi. … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (9/4/21): Ferry Boat Fight, Suspicious Person Forces Tom Sawyer Island Evacuation, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Merchandise, Sweet and Savory Crepes, and More

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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 Saturday, September 4, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: 50th Anniversary Sign Installed at Main Street, U.S.A. Train Station in Magic Kingdom

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A new piece of decoration has been installed in front of the Main Street, U.S.A. train station at Magic Kingdom for the park’s 50th anniversary. The sign matches the EARidescent decor on Cinderella Castle. The sign resembles a ribbon and medallion. The ribbon reads “The World’s Most Magical Celebration”, which officially begins on October 1. … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (8/30/21): New Tiered Disney World Annual Passes, European Union U.S. Travel Ban, 50th Anniversary Stage Fully Revealed, Disney KiteTails, and More

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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 Monday, August 30, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: 50th Anniversary Filming Stage Fully Revealed at Magic Kingdom

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The temporary stage surrounding the “Partners” statue in Magic Kingdom has been fully revealed, having previously been covered in black fabric during the day as construction was completed. The stage creates a four-point star shape around the statue. The angled edges of the stage are the same EARidescent colors as the castle’s 50th anniversary decorations. … Read more

PHOTOS: Temporary Promotional Filming Stage Surrounds “Partners” Statue at Magic Kingdom

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The recently refurbished “Partners” statue is now surrounded by a temporary stage. Construction workers were still present when guests entered the Magic Kingdom this morning. According to Cast Members, the stage should be in place for approximately one week. The temporary stage surrounds the “Partners” statue on all four sides. Each side of the stage … Read more

“The Most Magical Story on Earth: 50 Years of Walt Disney World” Airing on ABC October 1

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To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World, ABC will be airing “The Most Magical Story on Earth: 50 Years of Walt Disney World” on October 1. This special, hosted by Disney Legend Whoopi Goldberg, will take you on a journey spanning half a century and beyond at Walt Disney World in Florida. The … Read more

PHOTOS: Every New Piece of “Pre-Celebration” 50th Anniversary Merchandise (With Prices) at Walt Disney World

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The 50th anniversary of Magic Kingdom is less than two months away and the first merchandise collection for “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” has just been released. This limited-time “pre-celebration” line is mostly comprised of apparel, but also includes a travel tumbler, MagicBand, lithograph, and more. We weren’t the only fans in the Emporium at … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (8/6/21): Disney World 50th Anniversary Merchandise Revealed, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Passholder Preview Reservations, New Retail Displays, Earlier October Opening at EPCOT, and More

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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, August 6, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Merchandise Collections Announced

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Walt Disney World has announced the merchandise collections celebrating the resort’s 50th anniversary. We got a first look at some of these items few days ago. For 50 years, no trip to the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida has been complete without bringing home a treasured souvenir – a special something that told everyone, … Read more

PHOTOS: Plots Cleared Near World Showcase Plaza for Disney Fab 50 Statues Coming to EPCOT

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With the fiftieth anniversary of Walt Disney World less than two months away, work is ramping up to get the parks ready for the Disney Fab 50 collection of character statues. Today, we saw indicators of this work happening at EPCOT. Space has been cleared in the planters as guests enter World Showcase Plaza. So … Read more

PHOTOS: Sneak Peek of Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Merchandise

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Disney has given us our first look at the new merchandise coming to Walt Disney World for the resort’s 50th anniversary. More details about the 50th-anniversary merchandise collection will be revealed on Disney Parks Blog this Friday, August 6. Last week, we caught a glimpse of a 50th anniversary Spirit Jersey and ear headband during … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (7/27/21): CDC Recommends Indoor Masking for Fully Vaccinated, More Disney World Dining Locations to Reopen, “Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah” Removed From Magic Kingdom Welcome Show, and More

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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 Tuesday, July 27, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (7/23/21): No Fireworks Due to Early Closures, 50th Anniversary Medallion Installed, Disney Cruise Line Sailings to Resume, Disneyland Cast Member Lawsuit, and More

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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, July 23, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more