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Are Changes Afoot for Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean? The Latest Details Revealed!

Pirates of the Caribbean
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Disney fans, we’ve got some interesting news coming from Magic Kingdom’s Pirates of the Caribbean!

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Two permits have recently been filed for the beloved Adventureland attraction, and while they seem minor, it’s always worth keeping tabs on what’s going on behind the scenes.

The permits call for low-voltage work and painting. If you’re a Disney regular, you know that low-voltage work can mean updates to lighting, sound systems, or maybe even a touch-up to the animatronics.

Three animatronic pirates, reminiscent of Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean, peer out from a stone jail cell. One dangles a key tied to a rope to entice a dog holding keys in its mouth. The dimly lit scene glows under an old lantern's light, capturing a moment of playful mischief.

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The painting? Well, that could be as simple as freshening up the queue or giving some set pieces a bit more sparkle. These updates might not sound like much, but they’re essential to keeping a classic like Pirates looking its best.

For those who haven’t ridden it (and seriously, what are you waiting for?), Pirates of the Caribbean is a Disney classic. Opening at Magic Kingdom in 1973, it’s a boat ride that immerses you in a world of mischievous pirates, catchy music, and fun surprises. It’s the kind of attraction that appeals to every generation and has become a cornerstone of Disney’s park experience.

Pirates of the Caribbean ride entrance

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Right now, there’s no word on any closures for Pirates of the Caribbean, which is great news if you’ve got a trip planned soon. Still, it’s always fun to speculate. Could these permits hint at a larger refurbishment in the future? Maybe some fresh animatronics or a small scene update? Disney has a history of taking small projects and turning them into something magical, so anything is possible.

Whatever the case, it’s exciting to see Disney showing some love to this iconic ride. Whether you’re Team “Leave It Alone” or Team “Let’s Add More Jack Sparrow,” we can all agree that Pirates deserves the royal treatment.

Stay tuned—we’ll keep you updated if we spot any more changes, especially as Disney plans for major changes to Magic Kingdom!

About Andrew Boardwine

A frequent visitor of Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort, Andrew will likely be found freefalling on Twilight Zone Tower of Terror or enjoying Pirates of the Caribbean. Over at Universal, he'll be taking in the thrills of the Jurassic World Velocicoaster and Revenge of the Mummy

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