Walt Disney World Resort 50th anniversary Archives

2022 Hallmark Disney Parks Ornaments Feature Pirates of the Caribbean, Dumbo the Flying Elephant, and the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World

July 9, 2022 Katie Francis

This year’s collection of Hallmark Disney Parks ornaments features attractions, including Pirates of the Caribbean, the Haunted Mansion, and more. Dumbo the Flying Elephant “Up and Away” Hallmark Disney Parks Ornament – $19.99 This plastic ornament features Mickey Mouse riding Dumbo the Flying Elephant. Whether you collect ride vehicles or want to commemorate that special … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (10/2/21): KiteTails Performances Canceled After Baloo Gets Stuck in a Tree, More 50th Anniversary Merchandise Debuts, ‘The Magic is Calling’ Available for Streaming, and More

October 2, 2021 Katie Francis

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, October 2, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 9/9/21 (Fab 50 Statues Take Over Main Street U.S.A., More Lightning Lane Signage Pops Up, Walls Come Down at Main Street Confectionery, and More)

September 11, 2021 Carmen Jordan

Good morning everyone and welcome to a magical day at Walt Disney World. Join us today as we venture through Magic Kingdom and discover all of the surprises that this wonderful park has in store for us, and we can guarantee there were definitely a few big surprises. So, let’s jump in! We were “walking … Read more

PHOTOS: Main Street, U.S.A. Lampposts Begin to Receive Gold Accents for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary

September 10, 2021 Matthew Soberman

With Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary just weeks away, the lampposts on Main Street, U.S.A., are getting a new look for the big day. Work has begun to give the lampposts gold accents in honor of the golden anniversary. The job is currently being done in stages, with various parts of each lamp getting painted. … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (9/9/21): Disney No Longer Offering Tickets to Third-Party Cast Members, First ‘Disney Fab 50’ Statues Arrive, Ride Vehicles Collide at Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, and More

September 9, 2021 Katie Francis

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 Thursday, September 9, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (8/27/21): Refurbishment Continues on the Sleeping Beauty Castle, BB-8 Joins the Disney Fab 50, New Pirates of the Caribbean Funko Pop Loungefly, and More

August 27, 2021 Ashley

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 Thursday, August 27, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (8/26/21): Living With the Land Closed for 6th Day at EPCOT, Ferrytale Fireworks Cruises Returning to the Magic Kingdom, Disney Cruise Line Alters Fall Itineraries, and More

August 26, 2021 Katie Francis

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 Thursday, August 26, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: Colorful Painting of “it’s a small world” Continues at Magic Kingdom

August 21, 2021 Charly Shelton

Repainting continues at the interior façade of “it’s a small world” in Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom. Last month, the clocktower was repainted to be a vibrant blue, and since then, panel after panel has been redone in a vibrant color scheme, replacing the white-and-gold designs from 2005. We have been keeping an eye on the … Read more

PHOTOS: Vinylmation to Return as Part of 50th Anniversary Celebration Merchandise at Walt Disney World

August 10, 2021 Katie Francis

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The 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World is right around the corner, and we recently brought you a report on some of the merchandise that will debut for the celebration. We can also confirm that the collectible Vinylmation figures will be returning as part of the merchandise collection. Vinylmation is listed under the merchandise categories … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (7/14/21): EPCOT Monorail Returns July 18, Rise of The Resistance Boarding Groups No Longer Included in VIP Tours, First “Fab 50” Character Statue Revealed, and More

July 14, 2021 Katie Francis

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, July 14, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: The Barnstormer Gets a Fresh Coat of Paint for 50th Anniversary of Magic Kingdom

June 30, 2021 Shannon Robinson

When we recently visited The Barnstormer, we noticed even more refurbishments on the Storybook Circus ride. They’ve already given the Great Goofini an update on his rocket, along with other props throughout the ride. Now the queue seems to be getting a fresh coat of paint in preparation for the upcoming 50th Anniversary celebration at … Read more

Characters Will Make Special Appearances at Resort Hotels During the 50th Anniversary Celebration of Walt Disney World

June 30, 2021 Shannon Robinson

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One of the most magical parts of the Walt Disney World experience is about to get better for “The World’s Most Magical Celebration.” It has been announced that soon, you will see Mickey and friends in their new outfits at your Disney Resort Hotel during the 50th anniversary celebration! Keep your eyes peeled during the … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (6/16/21): Project Tomorrow Reopens, More Netting Up at TRON Lightcycle / Run, Fireworks Testing Before July 1st Return, and More

June 16, 2021 Katie Francis

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, June 16, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Legacy Award-Winning Cast Members To Receive EARidescent Nametags for 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World

June 16, 2021 Katie Francis

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In an Instagram post today, the Walt Disney World Ambassadors showed off new EARidescent nametags for Cast Members who have won the Walt Disney Legacy Award. While we’ve already seen the 50th anniversary celebration nametags for most Cast Members, the Legacy Award winners wear special blue nametags. Let’s take a look at the upgrades they’ll … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (6/8/21): Disney Skyliner Crashes Again, ‘Ohana Reopening, Rope Drop Returns to EPCOT, and More

June 8, 2021 Katie Francis

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, June 8, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

UPDATE: More Park Pass Reservations Available for October 1st, the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World

June 7, 2021 Katie Francis

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If you’re looking to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World in the parks, more park pass reservations are now available for regular ticket holders and resort guests. As capacity increases, Disney has been opening up more reservation spots, but October 1st is likely to be a popular date. You must have a valid … Read more