Magic Kingdom Park
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Aug- 2022 -16 August
Kal David, AKA Disney World’s Sonny Eclipse, Has Died
If you have visited Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland, chances are that you stopped inside Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe and listened to the relaxing tunes by intergalactic crooner Sonny Eclipse. The original Park character was arguably Disney World's most famous in-house musician and was brought to life by the real-life musician Kal David. We at Disney Fanatic just got word that the man who gave Sonny E
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16 August
The Most Controversial Changes at Disney World
Even in the most magical place on Earth, you’re bound to encounter controversy. That’s because there are so many different thoughts, feelings, ideas, and views out there, and it is virtually impossible to make every single person happy. But that doesn’t mean that the Walt Disney Company hasn’t worked hard in their commitment to keeping with mutually befitting experiences for all fans to enjoy. To
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16 August
Magic Kingdom Nighttime Spectacular Changes Reportedly Coming After Fan Disappointment
Walt Disney World Resort announced it would be testing fireworks at Magic Kingdom Park during the midnight hours between August 15 and August 16, 2022. Now, morning reports share Disney is reportedly making changes to its current nighttime spectacular. Credit: Disney It wasn't long ago when we said goodbye to the fan-favorite nighttime spectacular called “Happily Ever After” at Magic K
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15 August
Splash Mountain Characters Removed from Another Disney Parade
Disney World magic makers have removed characters and references to Splash Mountain from another Parade as we get ever closer to its retirement. Previously, we at Disney Fanatic reported that the log flume ride’s theme song and arguable Disney anthem, “Zip-a-dee-doo-dah,” was eliminated from Disney World’s Festival of Fantasy Parade at Magic Kingdom Park upon its return after a Covid-justified hia
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15 August
Closing Date for Magic Kingdom Classic Is Revealed
Walt Disney World Resort has been in upheaval lately when it comes to Disney Park ride closures or Disney Park attraction renovations — at least, it seems that way to Disney Guests, who are unaware of the inner workings that lead to rides' alterations or closures! Most Disney fans are busy being upset about the upcoming permanent closure of the classic Disney ride called Splash Mountain R
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12 August
Guest Rides ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ 28 Times in One Day During Special Fundraiser
The Walt Disney Company and its locations (especially Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort) have gone through many ups and downs lately, with negative news running rampant — but Disney magic does present itself again occasionally. This summer, one former Cast Member has used his visit to the Magic Kingdom to raise thousands of dollars for charity! Tomorrow is the big and crazy day!
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12 August
‘Splash Mountain’ Fans Collect Last-Minute Memorabilia and Mourn Loss of Ride
The classic Magic Kingdom ride Splash Mountain is heading to the wayside as its replacement Disney Park ride, Tiana's Bayou Adventure, arrives. Splash Mountain fans were originally angry about the closure of the Magic Kingdom attraction, with a petition gaining traction as fans submitted their signatures — but now that the Disney Park ride's closure grows closer and reality has set in, fans
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11 August
Disney Removes Mickey Wreaths from Fall Decorations
Fall is on its way (even though summer might make that change hard to believe), and Walt Disney World Resort is clearly ready for it. However, the Magic Kingdom's usual autumn decorations might look a bit different this year, since the recognizable Mickey Mouse wreaths are not being used! Mickey Mouse wreaths have become a fall staple for many Disney fans (including Walt Disney World Resort fans w
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10 August
Special 90s Character Experience Coming to Disney World
Something is definitely going to be standing out among the crowd at this year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. It appears that Goofy’s son Max will be making an appearance during the Halloween celebration, and he will be dressed as his favorite rock star, Powerline! The news was shared by Theme Park Insider Scott Gustin (@scottgustin), who explained, “Max Goof will be cosplaying as P
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9 August
Nearly Impossible Requirements to Be a Disney Princess in the Parks
For so many young girls, the idea of growing up to actually become a Disney Princess one day is the ultimate pipe dream. Yet, for a select few, such dreams do, in fact, come true. We are, of course, talking about those talented character performers that we see at Disney Parks around the world, who are working under the guise of some of the most beloved Disney Princesses that we’ve all come to admi
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