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You Can See Piston Peak Construction From the Big Thunder Mountain Queue Right Now
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad recently reopened at Magic Kingdom, and I had to get on it as soon as I could! While I was excited to check out all the changes and updates, what I didn’t expect was to spend half the queue craning my neck at the construction site next door… As you wind … You Can See Piston Peak Construction From the Big Thunder Mountain Queue Right Now
A [Piston] Peek at Magic Kingdom’s Cars Land Construction
During a recent visit to Magic Kingdom, we spotted a quick peek through The Haunted Mansion‘s graveyard queue. Here, a few scattered headstones seem to fit the theme of countless dirt piles making up the construction on what will become Piston Peak, the park’s next major land. The work is happening on the footprint of … A [Piston] Peek at Magic Kingdom’s Cars Land Construction
2025 at Walt Disney World: Permanent Closures & New Beginnings
Across Walt Disney World, 2025 unfolded as a year defined by contrast (…and a few construction walls). Long-awaited debuts and new experiences arrived alongside significant permanent closures. Rising costs and a resort-wide price increase were part of the reality, but so was the unmistakable feeling that Disney was actively reshaping its future. As we head … 2025 at Walt Disney World: Permanent Closures & New Beginnings
See What’s New in Liberty Square and Frontierland at Magic Kingdom
Tom Sawyer Island and Rivers of America at the Magic Kingdom permanently closed on July 6, 2025 to make way for Piston Peak (Cars Land) and Villains Land. We don’t have timelines for either project, but we suspect major construction will continue for the next several years. This will be the largest expansion in Magic … See What’s New in Liberty Square and Frontierland at Magic Kingdom
Is Losing Tom Sawyer Island & Rivers of America a Bigger Blow Than Muppet*Vision?
With Walt Disney World constantly evolving, it’s no surprise that certain attractions eventually close to make way for new and fresh experiences. On July 6, 2025, the Magic Kingdom bid farewell to a treasured slice of Disney history. The Liberty Square Riverboat made its final voyage around Tom Sawyer Island via the Rivers of America … Is Losing Tom Sawyer Island & Rivers of America a Bigger Blow Than Muppet*Vision?
Is There ANY Disney World Attraction Fans Wouldn’t Mourn?
Walt Disney World is no stranger to change. Over the years, beloved attractions have been retired, revamped, or replaced to make way for new experiences. But as recent history shows, every closure -no matter how niche- seems to cause a wave of backlash. The retirement of Muppet*Vision 3D at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and the removal … Is There ANY Disney World Attraction Fans Wouldn’t Mourn?
Rivers of America & More Already Removed from Magic Kingdom Map
Yesterday was the final day for some classic Magic Kingdom staples, including Rivers of America, the Liberty Square Riverboat, and Tom Sawyer Island. And just like that, Disney already updated Magic Kingdom’s map reflecting the big changes. These closures pave the way (quite literally) for the new Cars-themed area coming to Frontierland, Piston Peak, as … Rivers of America & More Already Removed from Magic Kingdom Map
Which Disney World Attractions are CLOSED in July 2025?
Summer crowds are rolling in, the Florida sun is shining, and while there’s plenty of magic to be found around every corner at Walt Disney World, a few fan-favorite attractions are hitting the pause button — or bowing out altogether. Here’s what you need to know about what’s closed at Walt Disney World in July … Which Disney World Attractions are CLOSED in July 2025?
Did Fans Hold Disney Accountable Over the Rivers of America?
When Disney released its initial concept art for the new Cars-themed area in Frontierland following D23 last summer, many fans, ourselves included, were quick to raise red flags. The artwork appeared to omit Rivers of America entirely, implying that the beloved waterway might be filled in or paved over to make room for the new … Did Fans Hold Disney Accountable Over the Rivers of America?
Closing Date Announced for Rivers of America & Tom Sawyer Island at Magic Kingdom
Walt Disney World announced that Piston Peak National Park will be the new backdrop for the Cars-themed area coming to Magic Kingdom. Disney says, “The big rally race will fit into the waters, landscapes, and storytelling.” On July 7, the Rivers of America, Tom Sawyer Island, and the Liberty Square Riverboat will permanently close as … Closing Date Announced for Rivers of America & Tom Sawyer Island at Magic Kingdom
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