More Planets Reinstalled on Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom

Futuristic attraction with orbiting planets and metallic structures under a cloudy sky at a theme park.

More planets have returned to orbit in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom as Astro Orbiter is reconstructed. Astro Orbiter Astro Orbiter closed in January for a months-long refurbishment. The ride was dismantled for work off-site. In the past few weeks, crews have reinstalled pieces of the ride, including its central spire. Last week, the large orange … Read more

Cool Ship Foundation Torn Up For Refurbishment at Magic Kingdom

An orange excavator sits on a construction site with dirt and debris near a futuristic building and elevated walkway.

The foundation of Cool Ship at Magic Kingdom has been completely torn out of the ground during an extensive refurbishment of the area. The Cool Ship kiosk itself was dismantled and removed from Tomorrowland last week. Cool Ship Refurbishment A large circle of concrete is gone where the kiosk used to be, leaving dirt exposed. … Read more

Planets Return to Astro Orbiter in Magic Kingdom as Reassembly Nears Completion

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The planets surrounding the Astro Orbiter in Magic Kingdom have all returned to their usual positions as the refurbishment of the attraction nears completion. Astro Orbiter Planets Return The Astro Orbiter in Tomorrowland has been undergoing a lengthy refurbishment process that saw the entire ride structure dismantled earlier this year. Since the crane returned to … Read more

Central Post Returns to Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom as Refurbishment Continues

Crowds walk through Tomorrowland at Disney World, with futuristic buildings and the Laugh Floor sign visible.

The Astro Orbiter in Magic Kingdom Park is still closed for a lengthy refurbishment, but the large central post has finally returned to the iconic Tomorrowland attraction. Astro Orbiter Refurbishment The extended refurbishment of the Astro Orbiter in Magic Kingdom continues with more pieces of the structure finally being reassembled. Since our last refurbishment update, … Read more

Astro Orbiter Reassembly Continues at Magic Kingdom, Metal Framework Returns

Futuristic metallic structures mark the entrance to Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom under a vivid blue sky.

Crews have reinstalled additional pieces of the Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom as the attraction refurbishment continues. In our most recent update, the center column that controls the ride’s rockets was added back on the platform above the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover. Now, the central metal framework pieces which house large white orbs have returned. … Read more

Construction Walls Move to Tomorrowland for Pavement Work

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Construction walls have gone up next to Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe during ongoing pavement work between Tomorrowland and Fantasyland in Magic Kingdom Park. Tomorrowland Pavement Work Construction walls were originally on the Fantasyland side of this walkway near Fairytale Garden. New construction walls are now right next to Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe. They block some … Read more

Crane Returns to Magic Kingdom for Reconstruction of Astro Orbiter

A large crane truck parked under a monorail track at a construction site in a futuristic theme park area.

A crane behind construction walls at Magic Kingdom indicates crews are preparing to reinstall Astro Orbiter in Tomorrowland. Astro Orbiter Construction Astro Orbiter closed in January for a major refurbishment, with almost the entire attraction dismantled and removed within weeks to be worked on off-site. Because of the height of the Tomorrowland attraction, it’s been … Read more

Disney Files Construction Permit for New Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Sets

In a futuristic control room aglow with neon lights, a robot expertly shields from laser beams. Reminiscent of Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin, the spaceship interior buzzes with monitors displaying data, capturing the essence of a sci-fi Magic Kingdom adventure.

Disney filed the first permit for the major overhaul of Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Construction Permit The Notice of Commencement filed in Orange County, Florida is to “Install set elements” at the ride’s address. It expires in one year and contracts frequent Disney collaborator Icarus Exhibits, … Read more

BREAKING: Major Overhaul Announced for Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin – New Vehicles, Blasters, Targets, Animatronics, & Scene

In a futuristic control room aglow with neon lights, a robot expertly shields from laser beams. Reminiscent of Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin, the spaceship interior buzzes with monitors displaying data, capturing the essence of a sci-fi Magic Kingdom adventure.

Walt Disney World has just revealed that major changes are coming to Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at the Magic Kingdom. Changes Coming to Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin opened at the Magic Kingdom on November 3, 1998. It replaced Delta Dreamflight. The attraction will close in August 2025 and … Read more