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Disney’s Space Mountain Closes After 47 Years, Guest Access Restricted

People are seated in a rocket in a Space Mountain tunnel with the lights on.

Space Mountain, a Disneyland Park icon since its 1977 debut, left guests stranded earlier this month after an unexpected malfunction. The beloved Tomorrowland roller coaster temporarily ceased operations, forcing Disney cast members to restrict access and evacuate guests. Multiple Disney Park visitors shared their experiences in videos on social media. Space Mountain: A Legacy of Thrills Space Mountain opened at ...

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The Surprising Secret of Disney’s Space Mountain Attraction

A futuristic, white conical structure illuminated against a twilight sky, surrounded by lush greenery and colorful lights. The building, reminiscent of Space Mountain in Magic Kingdom, features pointed spires and a sleek, modern design, with a palm tree visible on the right side.

When it comes to classic Disney theme park rides, there’s nothing like the rush of a fast-paced adventure! From the wild twists and turns of Magic Kingdom’s Big Thunder Mountain Railroad to the heart-stopping drops of Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, Disney knows how to serve up thrills with a side of unforgettable theming. But among all ...

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Disney Fans Beg for Space Mountain to Change After 49 Years

A futuristic, white conical structure illuminated against a twilight sky, surrounded by lush greenery and colorful lights. The building, reminiscent of Space Mountain in Magic Kingdom, features pointed spires and a sleek, modern design, with a palm tree visible on the right side.

Space Mountain at Disney World is one of the most iconic attractions in Magic Kingdom, drawing millions of guests each year. Opened in 1975, this classic indoor roller coaster was Disney’s first thrill ride and remains a fan favorite for its unique concept and nostalgic charm. Located in Tomorrowland, Space Mountain is a journey into the cosmos, featuring high-speed twists, ...

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Disney Abruptly Closes 44-Year-Old Roller Coaster, Dozens Flee Area

People sitting on the broken down Space Mountain.

Guests at Disneyland Resort got more than they bargained for when Space Mountain, one of the park’s most iconic roller coasters, abruptly stopped operations mid-ride. While technical issues occasionally disrupt attractions, the sudden closure led to an evacuation with riders descending emergency stairs, giving them a rare, lights-on glimpse of the beloved 44-year-old coaster. A Legendary Attraction Comes to a ...

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Damage on Disney’s Space Mountain Reportedly Goes Unfixed for Months

Space Mountain in front of the lake at Magic Kingdom Park

Disney Park guests have reportedly damaged and defaced a metal panel in the Space Mountain attraction building at Disneyland Resort. A photo of the damage indicates repeated tampering by guests over a long period of time. Space Mountain is one of Disney’s most iconic attractions–it first opened at Walt Disney World Resort’s Magic Kingdom Park in 1975 before making its ...

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Disneyland Guests Stranded Inside Broken Space Mountain Roller Coaster

Three stills from a video of people evacuating Space Mountain at Disneyland.

Disneyland Resort’s Space Mountain is a fan-favorite roller coaster that catapults riders through the vast, starry “outer space” at exhilarating speeds. Recently, some lucky guests got an experience few ever have: a sudden stop mid-ride and an unexpected behind-the-scenes look at the attraction with the lights on. Disneyland Park guest Becca, known as @beastmode.becca on TikTok, captured the rare moment ...

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“Entitled” Disney Guest Disrupts Space Mountain Ride

Exterior of Space Mountain at Disney World

Amid ongoing complaints about a lack of courtesy among Disney Park guests, one visitor says another ruined their experience on Disneyland Resort’s Space Mountain. The Issue at Space Mountain Space Mountain, a cornerstone of the Disney Park landscape, frequently draws long lines as visitors await their turn for a thrilling indoor ride through the stars. Unfortunately, some guests have taken ...

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Space Mountain Flagged for Closure After Guests Report Ride “Snapping”

Space Mountain in front of the lake at Magic Kingdom Park

Walt Disney World Resort guests are reporting a potential issue on Space Mountain that, if identified as a technical problem, could result in the roller coaster’s indefinite closure. Located between TRON Lightcycle / Run and the Tomorrowland Speedway, Space Mountain is one of Magic Kingdom Park’s most popular attractions. The indoor roller coaster was the first of its kind at any Disney ...

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Disney Closes Second Space Mountain Ride, Demolition Begins

Space Mountain at sunset at Magic Kingdom

Another Space Mountain roller coaster has closed indefinitely. The announcement comes just days after Tokyo Disney Resort permanently closed its version of Space Mountain. On July 31, riders took their last journey into the galaxy as crews prepared to demolish the historic roller coaster. Its replacement, rumored to be “Space Mountain Earthrise,” opens in 2027. In the days leading up ...

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