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Feb- 2026 -18 February
Mickey Mouse Meet-And-Greet Gets a Makeover at Magic Kingdom
Refurbishment work has begun on the Town Square Theatre at Magic Kingdom Park, the building housing the Magician Mickey Mouse meet-and-greet and Tony's Town Square Restaurant. WDWNT reported on February 18 that scrim was installed over a small window at the top of the roof, where tile panels have been missing for years. Disney cast members also installed white scrim on the right-side porch railing
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18 February
A President’s Personal Item Suddenly Missing From Disney Attraction
Barack Obama's basketball has disappeared from the Hall of Presidents lobby at Magic Kingdom, and Disney has not issued any official statement about its removal. The basketball, on loan from the Barack Obama Presidential Library, was displayed alongside a photo of Obama playing basketball and a plaque about his love for the sport. As of Wednesday, the basketball is completely gone. Although the ph
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18 February
Magic Kingdom’s 54-Year-Old Frontierland Experience Is Officially Over
Magic Kingdom has always been the most “timeless” of the Disney World parks. Even when Disney adds new attractions, the park still holds onto that classic feeling that guests recognize immediately. Frontierland, in particular, has always felt like one of the most untouched corners of Magic Kingdom, a place where you could slow down and take in the atmosphere. But that version of Frontierland is of
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18 February
Cinderella Castle’s New Look Is 54 Years in the Making
Gray paint has reached the Liberty Square side of Cinderella Castle as Walt Disney World Resort nears completion of the color restoration project announced last August. The fairytale structure is returning to the color scheme it wore when Magic Kingdom Park opened over 54 years ago. WDWMagic reported on February 18 that the transformation is continuing to advance across the Magic Kingdom Park icon
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18 February
Disney World Refuses to Back Down Over Main Street Trolley Tracks
For many Disney fans, Main Street, U.S.A. is one of the most recognizable places in the world. The music, the storefronts, the smell of popcorn, and the view of Cinderella Castle create a moment that feels like pure Magic Kingdom tradition. But now, a new legal battle is putting one of Main Street’s most iconic design features in the spotlight: the trolley tracks. A lawsuit filed by a guest claims
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18 February
Gideon’s Bakehouse Second Disney Location Just Filed Permits Showing Major Progress
Gideon's Bakehouse at Disney Springs has reached a major milestone with the Six Ravens hand pie concept. Founder Steve Lewis has announced that a kitchen renovation permit has been filed with the state of Florida, confirming that construction is underway. The First Raven LLC, led by Lewis, is doing kitchen renovations totaling over $5,000. This development shifts the project from a general idea to
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18 February
Disney World’s Latest Update May Change Your Next Hotel Stay
A construction permit filed for Disney's Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter signals upcoming work on the splash pad, which could impact families planning stays at the Moderate Resort hotel. Walt Disney World Resort submitted a Notice of Commencement on February 18 for “General Construction” at 2221C Orleans Dr—the location of the hotel's splash pad and water park area. Maintena
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18 February
Frozen Meet-and-Greet Sparks Early Morning Chaos at EPCOT
EPCOT is usually the park where guests expect a slower pace. People stroll through World Showcase, grab snacks, take photos, and enjoy the atmosphere without the frantic energy you normally see at Magic Kingdom. But Frozen Ever After doesn’t follow EPCOT’s rules. And this week, the attraction proved it again in a way that caught guests completely off guard. Early in the morning, before the park ha
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18 February
This Kid-Friendly Disney Area Is Getting Shut Down This Week
Disney's Riviera Resort closed its S'il Vous Play water play area for maintenance from February 16-19, impacting families staying at the resort. This interactive splash zone, designed for toddlers and young children, is the only suitable water play option for them. While the main pools remain open, S'il Vous Play offers unique features such as sprayers and themed elements inspired by Fantasia, mak
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18 February
Disney World Blocks Playground Access From Families With Children
EPCOT has barricaded the World Discovery Playground with caution tape and rolling shrubs, blocking family access while crews perform major renovations to the seven-year-old play area. The playground near Test Track and Mission: SPACE closed last month, but new photos from BlogMickey reveal the scope of changes underway. The outlet shared this image taken from above the barriers showing extensive c
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