Disney has announced the major changes they will be making to the classic Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress attraction at the Magic Kingdom, including creating several new scenes as part of a drastic timeline shift. Carousel of Progress Closing at Magic Kingdom The final day of operation for this version of the Carousel of Progress … Read more
Fans can now bring the sounds of two reimagined Walt Disney World attractions home, as the official soundtracks for both Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin and Soarin’ Across America are now available on major music streaming services. The newly released albums feature music created specifically for the newly updated rides. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin … Read more
Alien Pizza Planet at Disneyland has significantly reduced its reliance on mobile order, allowing guests to walk up and order at different counters for the first time after the COVID-19 pandemic forced the resort to shut down in 2020. Alien Pizza Planet Since Disneyland reopened in 2021, Alien Pizza Planet has used mobile order in … Read more
Disneyland Resort paid a $56,250 settlement to the California agency that regulates air pollution when it was discovered Autopia cars were operating without certified emission controls. Autopia Fine Disney announced in April 2024 that Autopia would convert from gas power to electric. We now know this followed their September 2023 disclosure to the California Air Resources … Read more
In the midst of all the rock repainting around the Fantasyland and Tomorrowland bridges, a new permit has been filed for the latter, and its contractor is a wrecking company. Wrecking Company Gets Tomorrowland Bridge Permit The Tomorrowland Bridge is the focus of a new Notice of Commencement permit that was filed today. D.H. Griffin … Read more
According to the Orange County Register, Disneyland Resort has set the timeline for its long-planned replacement of Autopia’s gas cars. Disney Replacing Autopia Cars Disneyland is moving forward with plans to replace the gas-powered cars at Autopia with a fleet of fully electric ride vehicles. The Orange County Register reported that Disneyland officials have reached … Read more
The new coaster, rumored to be named Space Mountain: Earthrise, is under construction in Tomorrowland at Tokyo Disneyland and thanks to a new video uploaded to YouTube, we have a first look at how, for the first time ever, a ride will combine a tilting track and rotating vehicles. The brand-new Space Mountain at Tokyo … Read more
A new mural has appeared on a wall outside the Tomorrowland Speedway at Magic Kingdom. Tomorrowland Speedway Mural The vibrant art depicts red, blue, and orange cars on the racetrack with Space Mountain and a starry sky above. “Start your engines!” is in big text in the upper left corner. Most of the mural is … Read more
Disney held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the reimagined Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom on Wednesday morning. After cast member previews and a soft opening, the ride has officially relaunched. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Ribbon Cutting Dozens of Tomorrowland cast members, Walt Disney World Ambassadors Serena and Shannon, and Magic Kingdom … Read more
A refreshed paintjob appears to be complete on the entrance of Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Nears Full Reopening While the interior elements of the much-anticipated Tomorrowland shooting gallery attraction appear to be fully complete (judging by the period of Cast Member previews which came to … Read more
It looks like the repainting project of the Tomorrowland rocks at Magic Kingdom is finally complete. Any work that remains to be done will just final touch-ups, but we didn’t see any painters on site this Wednesday (March 25). Tomorrowland Rocks Repainted Earlier this month, all the rocks had been painted a shade of blue … Read more
Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom will reopen on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 and Disney has just released photos from inside the refurbished ride. The new photos that Disney has just released show the new targets, ride vehicles and updated scenes. The targets are now all interactive, with new lighting effects that react … Read more
The Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover has been having some technical issues today, March 16. Our WDWNT reporter has confirmed it might only be operating later in the day, if at all. Peoplemover Down The queue for the beloved Tomorrowland attraction remained empty this morning, as several cast members were seen sitting near the seating area … Read more
A special Formula 1 show car inspired by Mickey Mouse is now on display in Tomorrowland at Shanghai Disneyland. The car and new racing costumes for Mickey and Minnie are part of the “Fuel the Magic” collaboration between Disney and F1. Shanghai Disneyland x Formula 1 Mickey and Minnie joined Chief Executive Officer of Formula … Read more
The new Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin on-ride photo will show riders’ mission score and rank for the first time. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin The example shared by Walt Disney World shows two riders with the Astro Aviator and Planetary Pilot ranks. It has their scores, special icons, Total Targets Hit, and Special Targets … Read more
Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom will reopen next month. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Reopening Date The revamped ride will reopen on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Previously, Disney only announced it would reopen this spring. Disney shared two photos from inside the ride, including one of Buddy the robot in the new … Read more
