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All of the Changes Confirmed for Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin in Magic Kingdom

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We are seeing Disney World undergo some major construction over the next few years, including updated rides and new lands.

Cinderella’s Castle

In 2025, there will be several rides that are seeing a refurbishment this year at Magic Kingdom. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is currently receiving an overhaul and is scheduled to reopen in 2026. Astro Orbiter also closed earlier this year and is set to reopen this summer. Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin has recently been added to that list as well so here is what we know about this ride update.

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Why Is It Taking Disney World a Full Year to Refurbish Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin?

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Disney World is undergoing some pretty intense refurbishments and adding some massive construction projects over the next few years.

Animal Kingdom construction

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will be closed for refurbishment through at least the beginning of 2026, Dinoland U.S.A. has begun its transition into Pueblo Esperanza, It’s Tough to Be A Bug just closed to make way for Zootopia: Better Zoogether, and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Disney more recently announced another massive closure that will take at least a year.

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Why Disney Adults Are Suddenly Booking a Lightning Lane for This Walk-On Tomorrowland Attraction

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There are some BIG changes coming to Disney World in the future, and they will change how you do your park day!

Magic Kingdom

In Magic Kingdom, the new Villains Land and Cars attractions are coming. We will get the new Pirates of the Caribbean Tavern opening late 2025 and a new nighttime parade in the summer of 2025! Recently,  Disney announced new changes for an iconic Tomorrowland ride, and that has guests grabbing a Lightning Lane for it! 

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ALERT! Disney World Just Released Three MAJOR News Updates

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Are you keeping up with the Disney news?

Magic Kingdom

2025 has been a busy year for theme park news watchers like you and me! DinoLand U.S.A. is closing, The Muppets are taking over Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, and Lightning McQueen and Mater are driving to new frontiers. This week, Disney had even more news to check out, so we’re wrapping it all up here.

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PHOTOS: A Popular Magic Kingdom Ride Was EVACUATED This Morning!

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No matter how much planning you put into it, things can still go wrong on your Disney World trip.

Welcome to the Magic Kingdom!

You could run into bad weather, miss out on that dining reservation, and in rare cases — be forced to evacuate a ride that has broken down. And, for folks in Magic Kingdom this morning, that’s exactly what happened!

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We’ve Ridden EVERY Magic Kingdom Ride. These Are the BEST.

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There are over 20 rides and attractions in Magic Kingdom, and it’s basically impossible to visit every single one in one day. So how do you know which ones to prioritize?

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

We’ve been on every Magic Kingdom ride LOTS of times, so we can tell you exactly which ones are worth the wait! [Read more…]

Best Genie+ Magic Kingdom Lightning Lanes in Disney World

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For many, Magic Kingdom is the epicenter of Disney World. Plenty of the resort’s most recognizable attractions are located in this park!

Cinderella Castle

From family-friendly rides like Mad Tea Party to thrills like Space Mountain, Magic Kingdom has a little something for everyone. It’s also the most popular park at Disney World, and even the lesser-known attractions can rack up long wait times. If you’re trying to hit every one on your wish list you may want to take advantage of Disney’s Genie+ service and use Lightning Lanes!

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Best Rides for Toddlers at Magic Kingdom

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Walt Disney World is truly a multi-generational destination. From grandparents to parents of toddlers, you’ll find attractions for everyone in the family.  We’ve been on these rides with our own children and now we want to share our park-tested tips with you. In between rides, your toddlers will be fascinated with the shows, parades, characters, snacks, and play areas. Magic Kingdom is a full 1 or more days of family fun!

Walt and Mickey

We realize that kids, especially toddlers, may like something one day and very much dislike it the next. If your toddler is currently fearful of the dark, things that spin or go up and down, or even loud noises, we’re going to clue you in as to which rides, they may enjoy on your next trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth.

Since many families begin their Disney World vacations in the Magic Kingdom, let’s look at the best rides for toddlers when visiting this iconic park.

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Think You Can’t DisneyBound Your Favorite Attraction? Think Again.

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 If you’re an adult, you generally can’t dress up in costume at Disney World, but there is a loophole. Sort of.

Want to “dress up” in Disney World?

You might have heard of DisneyBounding, invented by Leslie Kay as a way to “dress up” as Disney characters by using colors and accessories. We found some fun ways to incorporate some elements of DisneyBounding and dressing up as your favorite Disney attractions, so take a look!

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The Hidden Attraction Detail Even the BIGGEST Disney World Experts Have Missed!

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Disney World is PACKED with so many hidden details, it can be nearly impossible to spot them all!

It’s Remy!

From hidden Mickeys to attraction Easter eggs, there are plenty of under-the-radar details to catch around Disney World. It’s one of the things that makes re-visiting the parks so much fun! In fact, there are some small touches that even the biggest Disney experts might not have noticed before!

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