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What’s REALLY Changing at Country Bear Jamboree in Magic Kingdom

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It’s the end of an era in Magic Kingdom!

Country Bear Jamboree

Country Bear Jamboree was one of the opening day attractions at Magic Kingdom, opening alongside the park on October 1st, 1971. Last year, Disney announced that the attraction would be closing to make room for a new, updated version of the show. The original Country Bear Jamboree gave its final performances on January 26th, 2024. And now that it’s officially closed, let’s take a look at what’s REALLY changing with the classic attraction.

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The ONE Thing Hollywood Studios Desperately Needs

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So decades ago, a lot of folks might have considered Disney’s Hollywood Studios a half-day park.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Hey, don’t come at us! It’s true! At one point, Hollywood Studios didn’t have a LOT going on, not like it has now. But thanks to the addition of Toy Story Land and later, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Hollywood Studios has become one of the most popular Disney World parks. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, in particular, has made the park stand out, but despite that, Hollywood Studios is still missing something HUGE.

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NEWS: Disney College Program Applications Now OPEN for Fall 2024

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If you’re a college student with dreams of working at Disney World, here’s your chance!

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The Disney College Program offers a unique internship experience for college students and recent graduates. Program participants are placed in roles across many different areas, from quick service dining to character performing. For over 40 years, the College Program has helped launch the careers of numerous leaders within Disney and beyond.

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This May Be the HARDEST Souvenir To Get at Magic Kingdom Right Now

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Some Disney souvenirs are so popular they sell out in MOMENTS.

Disney Merchandise

This just happened with one of the bags at EPCOT’s International Festival of the Arts, and we see it often with Disney X Starbucks merchandise as well. We spotted a new piece of merchandise in Magic Kingdom a few days ago, and we’re not surprised to find it’s already gone. A LOT of people are about to be sad about this news — brace yourself.

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Will Disney World Ever Truly Get Rid of Park Passes for Annual Passholders?

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We’re barely into 2024 and Disney World has already changed in some major ways.

Disney World Annual Pass

The Disney Dining Plan is back, Country Bear Jamboree is getting a refurbishment, and Park Passes Reservations have gone away for most guests! And, while that’s a reason to celebrate for most, Annual Passholders have been left wondering when it’ll be their turn. So, that begs the question: Will Disney World ever truly get rid of park passes for Annual Passholders?

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DFB Video: Latest Disney News: Opening Day Attraction Now Closed, Beignets Coming to Magic Kingdom & More!

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Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video covering all the latest Disney news!

Country Bear Jamboree is CLOSED!

A Disney World opening day attraction is now closed forever in Magic Kingdom; something has been removed from a different beloved attraction also in Magic Kingdom, we’ve got brand new looks for Minnie and Mickey Mouse, and beignets are coming to Magic Kingdom soon, we found a new popcorn bucket and more.
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Disney World Cancels Final Country Bears Show After Technical Difficulties

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It’s time to say goodbye! The Country Bear Jamboree — referred to as “Walt’s last laugh” by some Disney Cast Members — is closing. But fear not! The show isn’t closing for good. In fact, Disney has big plans to update the 50-year-old show. Before the show closes its curtains for a while, we stopped by to say goodbye (or at least, “See ya real soon!“).

Country Bear Jamboree

We weren’t the only ones, though! The line to catch the Country Bear Jamboree was LONG — in fact, Cast Members had to close the line early to keep up with the demand. So, what’s it like over in Frontierland on the last night the Country Bear Jamboree will perform before it changes? Let’s take a look!

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“Iger Is a Copy of Eisner” — Is Disney’s CEO Just Repeating History?

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When Disney CEO Bob Iger returned to take on the position for a second time in 2022, everyone — fans included — had high hopes.

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After the pandemic, things started to slowly spiral downhill for a lot of media giants — Disney included. For starters, the relatively new Disney+ was expensive to build, and the revenue wasn’t rolling in like Disney had hoped, and theme park revenue and attendance were down because of COVID-19. Bob Iger, who’d recently retired from his position as CEO and was serving as a chairman, seemed to be the company’s only hope. So, in November 2022, he was back in the position. Now, over a year later, some analysts believe Disney doesn’t seem to be much better, although Iger has shared his hopes to make a profit again by the end of fiscal 2024. A former executive has chimed in.

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The BIGGEST News About Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Disney World

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Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is getting closer to opening in Magic Kingdom!

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This Princess and the Frog-themed attraction is being built in both Disney World and Disneyland, and will officially start welcoming guests later this year. We’ve been keeping up with every single update Disney has announced but with every day bringing us closer and closer to the opening, we thought we’d dive into everything we know about Tiana’s Bayou Adventure!

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Did Disney World Just Drop a CLUE About When Kali River Rapids Will Reopen?

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It’s that time of year in Disney World when rides and shows are CLOSED for refurbishment. Everyone needs a little break — even Disney World attractions!

Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Luckily, some refurbishments wrapped up pretty quickly. In fact, the Skyliner refurb was finished EARLY! Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster is closed for an extended refurbishment, and the Country Bear Jamboree is getting ready for a MAKEOVER! There’s one Disney World attraction over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom that’s been closed for a while, and now, we have a clue about when it could reopen. Let’s take a peek!

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