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Aug- 2026 -15 August
Tom Sawyer Island, Rivers of America Returning to Disney World in 2027, Reveal Confirms
Disney World has revealed that the former Tom Sawyer Island and Rivers of America will return, in part, in 2027 after the areas become part of the new Piston Peak National Park at Magic Kingdom. Credit: Ken Lund, Flickr Tom…
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15 August
Disney Is Replacing EPCOT’s 1983 Icon — And This Is What’s Taking His Place
After 42 years, Disney has confirmed that a new Figment will be debuting in 2027. Credit: Jeremy Finke, Flickr It’s Happening: Disney Is Releasing an All-New Figment in 2027 Disney has officially confirmed that a new Figment interpretation is joining…
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15 August
Disney World Drops Bombshell: Major New Permit Signals Massive Carousel of Progress Overhaul
Construction will be full steam ahead when it’s time to overhaul the Carousel of Progress attraction at Magic Kingdom in Tomorrowland. With new scenes and more coming, a new permit might have just confirmed that even more changes are on…
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15 August
Disney World Issues Closure Notice: 5 Major Attractions Officially Closed for August
Disney has several projects underway across the resort, ranging from attraction updates to work connected with much larger plans. Some projects will eventually bring entirely different experiences, while others focus on refreshing places guests have known for years. Of course,…
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15 August
Disney World in 2027: Every New Ride, Land, and Hotel Addition Scheduled So Far
Walt Disney World is already having a busy stretch, but 2027 could bring an even bigger wave of additions across the resort. Several major projects are currently under construction, including new attractions, an entirely new themed land, and another Disney…
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14 August
Magic Kingdom’s Villains Land Revealed: Disney Drops 1st Physical Model at D23
Disney fans have been waiting a long time for a meaningful update on Villains Land. Disney announced the massive Magic Kingdom expansion at D23 in 2024, immediately making it one of the most anticipated projects coming to Walt Disney World.…
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14 August
Disney Officially Reveals First Look at DINOSAUR Replacement After 6 Months of Silence
After 6 long months of shutting down the beloved DINOSAUR attraction at Disney World’s Animal Kingdom, the House of Mouse has finally revealed a bombshell first look at what will replace this legendary ride. Credit: Anna Fox (HarshLight), Flickr DINOSAUR…
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14 August
Tragedy Averted at Disney World: Cast Members and Panicked Guests Rush to Save Drowning Visitor
Every now and then, social media captures thrilling moments that grab the attention of anyone, including Disney World Magic Kingdom guests. A woman was pulled from the water feature within an attraction at Magic Kingdom, prompting a small rescue operation.…
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14 August
Disney World Officializes Double Expansion in Orlando After 12 Years
Walt Disney World’s dining scene keeps expanding in ways that go well beyond the theme parks themselves, and the latest update makes that expansion easier to actually take advantage of. Two acclaimed restaurants that have technically been part of the…
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14 August
Official: Disney Confirms Historic ‘New’ Magic Kingdom Replacement at D23, Fans React
The Magic Kingdom we all knew and loved is slowly going away and will officially be replaced soon. D23 is happening right now, and some bombshell announcements have been made, revealing new IPs and expansions coming to Walt Disney World…
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