Disney World’s 50th Anniversary is THIS WEEK! While the big day takes place on Friday, October 1st, the parks and resorts are preparing to kick off an eighteen month-long celebration, filled with new entertainment, dining experiences, and tons of merchandise.

Cinderella Castle

If you’re staying on Disney World property anytime over the next eighteen months, you may notice a small touch of 50th Anniversary magic when you arrive!

Huge thanks to reader @jimmy_farring for sending us this first look at Disney World’s brand-new hotel room keys to commemorate the 50th Anniversary!

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This key comes with the signature EARidescent color scheme, as well as Mickey Mouse! 

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And the rest of the sensational 6 have room key designs, too! Here’s a look at room keys with Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Pluto, and Goofy! Big thanks to our reader @niki384 for sending us this pic of all of the keys together.

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Be on the lookout for these room keys when you check into your hotel room at Disney World resort hotels.

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We’ll keep bringing you the latest coverage from Disney World this week as we celebrate the historic 50th Anniversary, so be sure to follow along for all of the exciting events!

Click here to check out the menu from Main Street Confectionery ahead of its reopening!

Are you going to be in Disney World this week for the 50th Anniversary? Let us know in the comments!