New figurines inspired by King Arthur Carrousel, Autopia, and Storybook Land Canal Boats are available at Magic Kingdom, despite the attractions all existing at Disneyland Park and not in Florida. Autopia is the Disneyland version of Tomorrowland Speedway, while King Arthur Carrousel is equivalent to Prince Charming Regal Carrousel. There is no version of Storybook … Read more
Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom is back open, according to the Walt Disney World website and My Disney Experience. Astro Orbiter Reopens The Tomorrowland ride has been closed for refurbishment since January 13, 2025. It was completely dismantled for maintenance off-site and then reconstructed. Though Disney has been testing the ride for the past few … Read more
Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe has refreshed its menu for the summer season, offering several new entrees and a returning sandwich. We took time out of our Magic Kingdom day to review everything. Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe is located in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom, across from Tomorrowland Speedway. Classic Ranch Salad – … Read more
The pavement replacement project might be completed on the walkway between Fantasyland and Tomorrowland in Magic Kingdom. Pavement Replacement Work Concrete work began in this area in February, with construction walls temporarily placed outside Fairytale Garden and later Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe. In the past few days, crews have replaced the last few old gray … Read more
After being completely deconstructed and reconstructed, the Astro Orbiter rockets took to the sky on Friday for testing. Astro Orbiter Testing The Magic Kingdom attraction has been closed for refurbishment since January. The ride was dismantled to receive maintenance off-site, but progressively put back together over the past few weeks. With Friday’s testing, we can … Read more
The old entrance turnstile for the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover in Magic Kingdom is gone. PeopleMover Turnstile Removed In the turnstile’s place is a silver metal box, which guests just walk past to reach the attraction’s moving ramp. According to a Cast Member, the turnstile is permanently gone. For now, Cast Members are keeping track … Read more
Crews have started outlining a new foundation for Cool Ship (or whatever will replace it) in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom. Cool Ship Construction Site Crews have placed some small strips of wood in the dirt area that was formerly Cool Ship. Short pieces of rebar stick out of the ground around the new frame. There’s … Read more
Crews have replaced more pavement between Fantasyland and Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom. Tomorrowland Concrete Work Since our last construction update in May, more fresh pavement has been laid outside Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe. Work began outside the Fairytale Garden in February. There’s an awkward diagonal strip of new black concrete cutting through the old faded … Read more
Shanghai Disney Resort opened nine years ago this month and is celebrating the anniversary with new experiences. Shanghai Disney Resort 9th Anniversary On June 16, the exact anniversary, a ceremony will be held in front of the Storytellers Statue in Shanghai Disneyland. Tinker Bell will make her Shanghai Disneyland debut, making wishes and dreams take … Read more
For a limited time, guests can save a chunk of change on the TRON Identity Program souvenir in Magic Kingdom. Limited Time Discount on TRON Identity Program The TRON Identity Program offering can be found in Tomorrowland Launch Depot at Magic Kingdom. According to the official Walt Disney World Resort website, guests can purchase their … Read more
Cool Ship in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom has been completely removed, and is currently replaced with holes of dirt and mud due to some recent rain. Cool Ship Construction Just days ago, Cool Ship had become “cool dirt” as crews had torn up most of the pavement in the area. At that time, shrubs and flowers … Read more
Astro Orbiter in Magic Kingdom appears to have been completely reconstructed following an intensive refurbishment. Astro Orbiter Refurbishment After closing in January, Astro Orbiter was dismantled and removed from Tomorrowland for refurbishment work off-site. In the past few weeks, elements of the ride have returned, including the decorative planets. During the ride’s reconstruction, there was … Read more
Cool Ship has become cool dirt in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom. With the kiosk removed, crews have torn up most of the pavement in the area. Cool Ship Construction When we checked on the Tomorrowland construction a week ago, only a circle of pavement was gone from where the kiosk had been. Now, almost all … Read more
Walt Disney Imagineering filed a permit for the impending overhaul of Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Overhaul The permit is for “electrical work” and contracts Central Florida’s Elite A/V System Inc. The address on the permit is 1305 Monorail Way, approximately corresponding to the Buzz Lightyear’s Space … Read more
The new Disneyland 70th Celebration collectible medallions have arrived at the park as a part of the anniversary festivities. Disneyland 70 Collectible Medallions We found the first set of new medallions at the Tomorrowland machine near the exit of Space Mountain. The banner at the top of the machine has already been decorated with yellow … Read more
A new activity involving MagicBand+ has debuted at Disneyland Park as part of the many new offerings for the beginning of the 70th anniversary celebrations. MagicBand+ for Disneyland 70th Celebration The new activity is described by Disney as: Set out on a quest to discover special moments with MagicBand+ at 5 locations around Disneyland Park during the 70th … Read more
