Magic Kingdom
Disney Tips shares news, updates, hidden history, and more from the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World.
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Jun- 2025 -28 June
Pandemic Closure Update: Disney World Change Happening on June 30
Five years ago, the Walt Disney World Resort, like many other public locations across the globe, shut down in response to the coronavirus pandemic. A part of that historic closure will be officially over by June 30. Magic Kingdom Park…
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28 June
Last Call: The Disney World of Your Childhood Is Closing
It’s your last chance to enjoy some absolutely iconic Magic Kingdom locations. Related: New Details Show Monsters, Inc. Coaster Building Will Be Enormous Change is a common occurrence at the Walt Disney World Resort, with a new ride, attraction, show,…
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28 June
Beloved Magic Kingdom Attraction Makes Surprise Reopening After Extensive Refurbishment
Astro Orbiter at Magic Kingdom has officially reopened to guests after an extensive five-month refurbishment that has left the iconic attraction looking better than ever. The beloved ride, which offers stunning aerial views of the park, underwent a complete overhaul…
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27 June
Disney Changing ‘Toy Story’ Ride After 27 Years, Only One Month Left in Current Form
Walt Disney World is leaning heavily into transformation as of late. Across its four parks, long-running attractions have been retired, themed lands reshaped, and original IP expanded through ambitious buildouts. From the arrival of TRON Lightcycle / Run and Tiana’s…
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26 June
Magic Kingdom Removal Sparks Wild Donald Trump Response Video
It’s not every day you see a meme go viral for capturing the emotional rollercoaster of Disney World fans, but that’s exactly what happened this week, featuring President Donald Trump. The video, posted by @Cynical_Disney, cuts to Trump with an…
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26 June
Disney Schedules Frontierland Demolition, Days Remain To Experience Original Magic Kingdom Land
Just weeks before Tom Sawyer Island closes for good at the Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World Resort has filed new demolition permits for the original Frontierland area. At D23 Expo 2024, Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro revealed that Walt Disney…
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25 June
Disney Gives Passholders Final Gift Before Magic Kingdom Locks Them Out
Before the new reservation rules take effect at Magic Kingdom Park, Walt Disney World Resort is giving Annual Passholders a final perk to enjoy. Starting July 20, 2025, the long-awaited Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away nighttime parade will usher…
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25 June
Disney Updates Operations, Extends Life of Liberty Square Riverboat in Magic Kingdom
Some changes have been made to an iconic Magic Kingdom ride. Related: REPORT: Three New Parks Approved for Disney World, Florida Expects Booming Attendance The Walt Disney World Resort has updated the operating hours of the Liberty Square Riverboat at…
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24 June
Disney World Shuts Down Space Mountain Coaster After 50 Years
Walt Disney World Resort’s Space Mountain roller coaster was shut down most of the day on Tuesday, June 24. Though Disney rarely issues statements about ride closures, the extended downtime of the coaster led the resort to notify and apologize…
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21 June
54-Year-Old Disney World Attraction Targeted by Vandalism Amid Ongoing Guest Issues
Guests have defaced another part of Disney World, adding to a troubling pattern of vandalism that continues to plague the resort. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, many Disney World guests have claimed that overall behavior in the parks has taken a…
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