Walt Disney World
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Jul- 2026 -2 July
Smoke Fills Magic Kingdom Ride: Disney’s ‘it’s a small world’ Evacuated Due to Battery Fire
A standard summer afternoon at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom took a sudden turn on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, when a small fire broke out inside the iconic “it’s a small world” attraction. The unexpected incident caused smoke to quickly…
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2 July
Disney World Guests Lose Access to Magic Kingdom Passes for Multiple Days Effective Immediately
Happy 250th Birthday to the United States of America–but, if you’re visiting Magic Kingdom this weekend, it may be extremely hectic and leave little time to celebrate. Disney World’s Lightning Lane Premier Pass has never been shy about surging with…
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1 July
Y2K Panic at Disney World: What Led to Every Ride Shutting Down at Midnight
Remember the new millennium? Well, here’s the throwback you never knew you needed. Back in 1999, anticipation was high for the new millennium. However, so was the fear. The worry was that when clocks struck midnight on December 31, 1999,…
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1 July
Every Disney World Ride at Risk of Permanent Closure
Like every Disney theme park destination in the world, Walt Disney World Resort is home to attractions for the whole family. Whether you’re looking for a quick thrill, a relaxing break, or a nostalgic throwback, you’re guaranteed to find the…
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1 July
Walt Disney World Launches Its Biggest Fourth of July Celebration in Years
The Fourth of July is always one of the biggest celebrations of the summer at Walt Disney World, but this year feels even more special. As the country marks America’s 250th birthday, Disney is rolling out several returning traditions along…
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1 July
Disney World Celebrates Canada Day With New Addition to the EPCOT World Showcase
July 1 — Canada Day — turned out to be the perfect date for Walt Disney World Resort to open its newest World Showcase dining location: La Poutinerie. La Poutinerie Is Finally Open After months of watching brickwork go up,…
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1 July
Widespread Power Outage Disables 50% of Walt Disney World Resort
A powerful thunderstorm swept through Central Florida on the evening of June 30, 2026, causing a massive power outage and leading to dozens of attractions closing. According to reports, the reason behind the outage has guests worried. When the Magic…
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1 July
“It’s a Nightmare”: Disney World Changes Leave Guests Facing Sweeping New Transportation Bans
One of the biggest reasons many families choose to stay at Walt Disney World is the promise of easy, complimentary transportation. It lets guests leave their cars behind and travel across the property by bus, boat, monorail, or Skyliner with…
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Jun- 2026 -30 June
Disney World Announces Park Closure in 71 Days: Vacation Turnaround Expected
Disney World has confirmed that one of its theme parks will close on September 9, giving guests one final chance to experience the popular location. Credit: Viictor Mendes, Flickr Disney World Park Closure: Be Prepared for a Vacation Shift For…
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30 June
Disney World Confirms Closure of 25 Attractions, Effective June 30
A wave of inclement weather swept through Central Florida on Tuesday afternoon, forcing Walt Disney World Resort to temporarily shut down 25 attractions across all four theme parks simultaneously. Why So Many Rides Closed at Once While many Disney Park…
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