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Hey, Disney fam! You’re gearing up for your trip to Disney World, right?
Magic Kingdom
Are you planning on hitting up Magic Kingdom in early January 2025?! Well, if you’re thinking of coming on January 5th, 2025, while that sounds like a day that should be a super chill post-holiday time to visit Magic Kingdom, I’m here to tell you that it could actually be a recipe for chaos. Let’s talk about why you might want to rethink being in the park on this particular date.
Major changes are about to hit Disney World.
Magic Kingdom
It was announced that Disney World would be getting eight new rides, which is super exciting, but in order to enjoy these rides, we have to deal with construction. You can expect to see construction in all four parks starting in 2025. Not only does construction mean walls around the parks, but it also means that we can expect lengthy closures, like Big Thunder Mountain’s year-long closure in Magic Kingdom.
BIG changes are coming to Magic Kingdom!
Magic Kingdom
Disney announced earlier this year that a new Villains Land and new Cars attractions will be coming to the park. Villains Land is expected to be going in the area beyond Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, while the new Cars attractions will be replacing Tom Sawyer Island and Liberty Square Riverboat. But now, a new announcement has just been made for a LONG closure coming soon to Magic Kingdom.
A super popular ride is temporarily CLOSING tomorrow in Magic Kingdom!
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is one of the “mountain” roller coasters in Disney World, and it’s definitely a fan-favorite attraction. Disney will temporarily close this Frontierland ride for some updates and refurbishments, starting tomorrow, January 16th. Here’s what you need to know about the closure! [Read more…]
It’s not uncommon to see Disney World rides close every now and then for refurbishment.
Space Mountain Closed
Sometimes the closures are short, only a week or so, and other times they need MAJOR work and are closed for months at a time (we’re looking at you Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster). If you’re heading into Magic Kingdom this upcoming week, you need to know about this ride closure!
The rides are a big part of any trip to Disney World.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
From slow-moving boat rides to fast-paced roller coasters, Disney has rides for everyone! They keep surprising us with new ride technology and they keep getting bigger and better. But not all the rides are as reliable as others. Even some of our most beloved Disney rides know how to let us down. We’ve noticed six rides that keep dropping the ball recently and unfortunately, it includes some of the most iconic Disney rides.
What’s your favorite Disney mountain? If Thunder Mountain is your answer, boy do we have something to show you!
Big Thunder Mountain at Disneyland
Disneyland has been pulling out all the stops to make this summer unforgettable with the return of nighttime spectaculars, the Tomorrowland Skyline Lounge, and Fantasmic! And Thunder Mountain fans — if you’re taking a wild ride to Disneyland to catch the fun, there’s a hotel suite you absolutely have to see!
Guess who’s back?
Frontierland
Disney World rides shut down for maintenance all the time, and while we hate to see them go, sometimes these rides need a bit of upkeep to make sure they’re in perfect condition. Plus, we get to celebrate when they come back. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad fans rejoice; the iconic attraction is back!
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is one of those classic, must-do rides in Magic Kingdom.
Know what your must-dos are before you arrive.
In Disney World, it’s common for rides to close temporarily to undergo routine maintenance, and Big Thunder Mountain is no exception. In 2022, the ride will close for a short refurbishment, so take a look at what we’ve learned here.
UPDATE: Disneyland’s calendar is now showing operating hours for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad on November 5th, 2021.
In Disney World and Disneyland we see rides close periodically for refurbishment.
Sleeping Beauty Castle
Right now, The Haunted Mansion is closed for scheduled maintenance in Disneyland as it becomes Haunted Mansion Holiday. This spooktacular attraction is scheduled to reopen on Friday, September 3rd. But, just a few days after Haunted Mansion reopens, another fan-favorite Disneyland ride is set to close for refurbishment.
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