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Walt Disney World Genie+ Sells Out Quickly Despite Record High Prices

April 4, 2023

Disney Genie+ for Walt Disney World has sold out by 10:00 a.m. on the opening day of TRON Lightcycle Run. Genie+ also sold out yesterday. If a sellout occurs, sales of Genie+ will not resume again until the next day. Guests can purchase Genie+ starting at 12:01 a.m. on the day of their visit. In … Read more

Full List (With Prices) of TRON Lightcycle Run Opening Day Merchandise at Walt Disney World

April 4, 2023April 4, 2023

by Katie Francis

TRON Lightcycle Run is officially open at Magic Kingdom more than five years after it was announced. To celebrate, a line of TRON Lightcycle Run opening day merchandise is available. TRON Lightcycle Run Passholder Opening Day T-shirt – $39.99 The Passholder exclusive tee is dark blue with bright blue and white text that says: “The … Read more

TRON Merchandise to be Available at Star Traders and Stitch’s Great Escape Pop-Up Shop Via Virtual Queue, Limited Access to Tomorrowland Launch Depot on Opening Day

April 3, 2023

by Shannen Michaelsen

With the Tomorrowland Launch Depot opening delayed, Star Traders is prepared to sell TRON Lightcycle Run merchandise on the attraction’s opening day at Magic Kingdom. Tables with extra registers have been set up in Star Traders, which is across from Tomorrowland Speedway, in preparation for an influx of customers. We received conflicting information from Cast … Read more

Narcoossee’s Reopens, Bipartisan Lawmakers Plan Meeting with Bob Iger Over US-China Relations, & More: Daily Recap (4/2/23)

April 2, 2023

by Spencer Lloyd

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 Sunday, April 2, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

TRON Lightcycle Run Closing Early Tomorrow Ahead of Grand Opening

April 1, 2023

by Shannen Michaelsen

TRON Lightcycle Run at Magic Kingdom will close at 3:00 p.m. tomorrow, April 2, the last day of its soft opening. TRON Lightcycle Run Soft Opening TRON Lightcycle Run closed at 8:00 p.m. during most of its soft opening period. It then closed at 6:30 p.m. It will open at 9:00 a.m. tomorrow. TRON Lightcycle … Read more

BREAKING: Tomorrowland Launch Depot Store Opening Delayed, TRON Identity Program Reservations Being Canceled

March 31, 2023March 31, 2023

by Justin Topa

The opening of Tomorrowland Launch Depot is expected to be delayed and reservations for the new TRON Identity Program experience will be canceled as the announced opening date of TRON Lightcycle / Run approaches. According to Cast Members in Guest Services, the Tomorrowland Launch Depot store opening is expected to be delayed until April 5, … Read more

TRON Lightcycle Run Not Accommodating Late Boarding Group Arrivals for Virtual Queue, Despite Erroneous Estimated Callback

March 28, 2023

by Shannen Michaelsen

TRON Lightcycle / Run entrance sign in courtyard

TRON Lightcycle / Run soft opened at Magic Kingdom ahead of its official grand opening on April 4, 2023. Only guests who have purchased individual Lightning Lane access or snagged a virtual queue boarding group can ride the new attraction. Unfortunately, the callback time for the virtual queue can change significantly and Disney isn’t accommodating … Read more

TRON Lightcycle Run Soft Opening Hours Reduced at Magic Kingdom

March 28, 2023

by Shannen Michaelsen

TRON Lightcycle / Run is located in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World.

Operating hours for TRON Lightcycle / Run at Magic Kingdom have been reduced today during the ride’s soft opening period. TRON Lightcycle / Run has been closing at 8:00 p.m. daily during its soft opening for the past week and a half. Today, March 28, it will close at 6:30 p.m. Hours may continue to … Read more

TRON Lightcycle Run Virtual Queue & Individual Lightning Lane Sells Out Quickly During Soft Opening

March 27, 2023

by Shannen Michaelsen

TRON Lightcycle / Run soft opened this past week at Magic Kingdom, ahead of its official grand opening on April 4, 2023. The individual Lightning Lane price has been high, although not the highest, at $20 per person. Individual Lightning Lane has been selling out quickly each day, however, as reported by mouse.metrics on Instagram … Read more

Concept Art for ‘Postponed’ ‘Mary Poppins’ Spinner Ride at EPCOT, First Eat to the Beat Musicians Announced, Walt Disney World to Host ‘Largest LGBTQ+ Conference in the World,’ & More: Daily Recap (3/22/23)

March 22, 2023

by Spencer Lloyd

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, March 22, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

TRON Lightcycle Run On-Ride Photo, Video, and Prop Photo Announced for Magic Kingdom

March 21, 2023March 21, 2023

by Shannen Michaelsen

Disney has announced that TRON Lightcycle / Run at Magic Kingdom will have an attraction photo and video, plus a new prop photo coming soon. Guests will be able to preview their onboard photo and video automatically linked to their My Disney Experience account using one of the following methods: The new PhotoPass prop, an … Read more

TRON Lightcycle Run Walkway Next to Tomorrowland Launch Depot Opens to All Guests

March 21, 2023

by Shannen Michaelsen

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The walkway next to the newly renamed Tomorrowland Launch Depot at Magic Kingdom has opened to all guests, meaning anyone can currently access Energy Bytes, the TRON snack stand. Only guests with a virtual queue group or individual Lightning Lane for TRON Lightcycle / Run can access the ride, which soft opened this week. Except … Read more

PHOTOS: TRON Remains Behind Planters, Only Guests With Virtual Queue or Lightning Lane Allowed in Area at Magic Kingdom

March 21, 2023March 20, 2023

by Katie Francis

TRON Lightcycle / Run soft opens this morning at 9 a.m. for guests who were able to obtain a Virtual Queue boarding group or Individual Lightning Lane access. Cast Members and a wall of planters are in place to keep guests out who don’t have a return time. Cast Members in their TRON costumes are … Read more

TRON Lightcycle Run Virtual Queue Added to My Disney Experience

March 18, 2023

by Shannen Michaelsen

Ahead of the ride’s April 4 grand opening, the TRON Lightcycle / Run virtual queue has been added to the My Disney Experience app. The virtual queue can be found in the three-lined menu, under “Virtual Queues.” Guests can then click “Join Virtual Queue.” There is now a Magic Kingdom tab, as well as an … Read more

PHOTOS: Scaffolding Removed From Space Mountain Spires at Magic Kingdom

March 16, 2023

by Lianett Fernandez

Space Mountain no scaffolding clean roof

Scaffolding has been removed from Space Mountain’s spires in Magic Kingdom, and rooftop cleaning has seemingly been completed in preparation for the opening of TRON Lightcycle / Run.

Space Mountain Façade Refurbishment

The scaffolding around the Space Mountain rooftop spires have now all been removed as the opening of TRON Lightcycle / Run nears on April 4. Disney has been cleaning the Space Mountain roof exterior since January as they complete the construction for TRON Lightcycle / Run and its surrounding area. We have been following along with the refurbishment while keeping you updated on the changes made to the surrounding area.

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Scaffolding was installed in early February around the Space Mountain spires as cleaning and repainting continued on the attraction’s roof.

The scaffolding surrounding the large spires was recently removed, but the smaller spires remained covered.

Space Mountain no scaffolding clean roof short spire

The smaller spires are no longer surrounded by scaffolding, and the work on Space Mountain’s rooftop appears to be complete.

Disney has been making some changes to the surrounding area of the new attraction, TRON / Lightcycle Run, as it prepares for its grand opening next month.

In addition to the maintenance work completed on Space Mountain, a name change and retheming have been made to the classic attraction’s neighboring shop, and a new food stand has been added.

Tomorrowland Launch Depot

Formerly known as Tomorrowland’s Light & Power Co., the shop next to Space Mountain has officially been renamed as part of the updates made to this area. The new name for this shop is Tomorrowland Launch Depot. The1994 Tomorrowland decorative exterior cogs and steampunk style have been replaced with a sleek streamlined facade. The original tower art underneath the clock has been replaced with a mural of Tomorrowland attractions past and present.

The shop formerly sold Space Mountain themed merchandise and featured a D-tech on demand counter for the customization of MagicBands, phone cases, and other items. While it is uncertain if these items will continue to be sold at the shop, new merchandise has been revealed. The new shop will sell unique TRON themed items, including Loungefly backpacks, t-shirts, toys, and light-up clothing and accessories.

Another shop entrance will be located in the back, making it easily accessible for guests exiting the TRON Lightcycle / Run attraction.

Tomorrowland Launch Depot will offer guests the opportunity to experience the TRON Identity Program. Guests who purchase the special action figure can customize its unique identity chip and use it to interact with other TRON toys and merchandise. The Tron Identity Program action figures will be priced at $89.99.

Energy Bytes

Disney recently revealed all the details surrounding the new snack stand, called Energy Bytes, located near the entrance of the new TRON / Lightcycle RUN attraction and Space Mountain.

Unique sweet and savory snacks will be available at this food stand, including dumplings, donut holes, mochi ice cream, and a frozen watermelon refresher. These snacks will be sold for under $10. The full price list, with photos, is available here.

With so many new things to see, will you be visiting Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom anytime soon? Let us know in the comments below.

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Disney Creates Flynn’s Arcade-Inspired Space Exclusively for TRON Lightcycle / Run Media Event

March 14, 2023

by Lianett Fernandez

As part of the TRON Lightcycle / Run media event today, Disney created a special welcome center inspired by Flynn’s Arcade exclusively for the media event preview attendees.

Disney treated their media guests today by welcoming them to a space inspired by Flynn’s Arcade from the 1982 film “TRON” and its sequel “TRON Legacy.” The arcade was the business (and home) of Kevin Flynn, creator of the Grid.

Disney Parks shared video on their Instagram stories showcasing the event with a walk-through of the arcade and its offerings. This all comes ahead of TRON Lightcycle / Run’s grand opening at the Magic Kingdom on April 4.

Media guests were greeted by this neon sign that reads “Game On” with a hidden Mickey icon and an arrow pointing them in right direction.

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Next, they walked through a dark tunnel with green neon lights encasing them, very much in theme with The Grid.

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The temporary media event arcade featured a variety of game options, including Guitar Hero.

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A Ms. Pac-Man and Galaga game can by seen here surrounded by a back frame made of neon lights with a Mickey icon on the top.

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The arcade classic, Space Invaders was also featured at the media event, also surrounded by its own neon light frame.

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Although the Disney Parks Instagram story did not show a TRON arcade video game, there was a TRON pinball machine.

tron flynns arcade media press event neon game prizes

A prize wall was also seen in the video, complete with a bucket hat, tumblers, a keychain plush of Expedition Everest’s Yeti, and a Baby Groot squeeze toy, among others.

tron flynns arcade media press event snacks

Here, under this giant neon Mickey ice cream bar, fresh popcorn can be seen in a machine, available to guests at the media event.

Flynn’s Arcade was previously replicated more faithfully during the ElecTRONica dance event, which took place select nights at Disney California Adventure from 2010 to 2012. The location featured a number of classic arcade games as well as the TRON arcade game manufactured by Bally Midway. Guests could also immerse themselves in the neon world of The Grid during the beloved dance event. We covered this event in the early days of WDWNT if you would like to read more about it.

What do you think about this exclusive TRON media event? Do you wish it was open to the all park guests similar to the way ElecTRONica’s experience ran? Tell us in the comments.

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