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May- 2025 -6 May
Disney World Quietly Signals Changes Coming to Magic Kingdom as Guests Sent Elsewhere
This summer, Walt Disney World Resort is embracing transformation across its parks—from sweeping new lands and updated attractions to refreshed park hours and after-hours offerings. Magic Kingdom may be wrapping up its Disney After Hours event series on May 19, but the late-night fun is just shifting elsewhere. Disney’s Animal Kingdom welcomed guests on May 5, with Extended Evening Hours offering
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6 May
EPCOT Location’s Closing Status Updated, Guests Take Note
As EPCOT evolves and new stories come to life around Walt Disney World Resort, change continues to ripple across the parks—both above and below the surface. Guests visiting EPCOT in early 2025 were greeted by a noticeable shift at The Seas with Nemo & Friends. “At EPCOT, guests have noticed a large sandwich board announcing that The Seas with Nemo & Friends will close at 7:00 p.m. this evening,” K
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6 May
Disney’s 2025 Week of Wishes Brings Magic to Children Across the World
The Week of Wishes 2025, a magical week filled with unforgettable moments for Make-A-Wish children, saw Disney destinations around the globe coming together to grant wishes and spread joy. This special week brought joy to wish kids and showcased Disney’s commitment to helping make dreams come true for children battling critical illnesses. From theme parks to television studios, Disney cast a spell
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6 May
Later Hours and No Early Park Admission: Epic Universe Announces Changes
Universal Orlando Resort has revealed new operating hours for the much-anticipated Epic Universe theme park, offering an exciting change just ahead of its grand debut. In response to fan feedback, the park will now extend its operating hours during its opening period. From May 22 through June 1, guests will be able to experience the park from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., an extra hour of fun compared to the
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6 May
Re-Release Date Announced for Disney’s ‘Snow White’ Live Action Remake
Disney has announced that its live-action adaptation of Snow White, starring Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot, will make its digital debut on May 13. The film will be available for purchase across several digital platforms, including Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. However, Disney has yet to confirm when the movie will land on Disney+. ‘Snow White' Goes Digital For fans who prefer ph
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6 May
Guest’s Rule Violation Leads to Late-Night Evacuation at Magic Kingdom Park
A recent post from a Walt Disney World cast member has shed light on the challenges that theme park staff face when guests violate park rules. The cast member shared an eye-opening TikTok video detailing how a guest’s rule-breaking behavior during one of the resort's exclusive after-hours events led to a ride evacuation. This incident not only disrupted the experience for many guests but also caus
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5 May
Be the First to Celebrate Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary—Select Guests Get a Head Start!
Disneyland Resort is gearing up for an unforgettable milestone as it approaches its 70th Anniversary. For seven decades, Disneyland has been the place where dreams come true, offering magical experiences for guests of all ages. To mark this incredible achievement, Disney has been planning a celebration filled with spectacular events, parades, limited-time offerings, and more. While the official an
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5 May
NOTICE: Walls Block Tomorrowland Access to Magic Kingdom Guests
On Monday, Magic Kingdom Park guests were met with construction disruptions in Tomorrowland as part of the ongoing refurbishment of the Astro Orbiter. While the popular attraction has been undergoing a lengthy overhaul since January, the impact was felt this week when walls appeared, blocking part of the Tomorrowland area. What makes this refurbishment different is that the entire structure of the
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5 May
Immediate Closure: Half of Magic Kingdom Shut Down Without Notice
Guests at Magic Kingdom Park found themselves facing unexpected closures on Monday, May 5, as severe thunderstorms hit Central Florida. Walt Disney World Resort is known for taking safety seriously, and as part of its standard procedure, all outdoor attractions at the park must close when lightning is within a certain distance. Magic Kingdom Park has the most outdoor attractions of all Walt Disney
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5 May
Disney World Officially Erases History of 44-Year-Old Roller Coaster
Magic Kingdom is continuing its year-long Big Thunder Mountain Railroad refurbishment, and the Frontierland ride is starting to look a bit different. Fans of the original Old West-themed roller coaster will soon notice that Disney has begun changing a historic part of the ride: the fictional town of Tumbleweed. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, a fixture at Magic Kingdom since 1980, closed for its ye
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