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The Graphic Truth: Here’s How Much of the Magic Kingdom Is Behind Construction Walls Right Now

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If you’ve been to Magic Kingdom recently, you’re probably going to notice one common factor seemingly everywhere you look…construction walls!

Magic Kingdom’s Cinderella Castle

With multiple attractions now closed to make way for new offerings like Villains Land and the Cars rides, there are several ongoing projects in this park. But there are also some closures and construction projects that you might not expect! That’s why we’ve gathered up complete maps of all the construction walls in Magic Kingdom right now to help you plan your vacation.

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Be Our Guest, Cinderella’s Royal Table, and 7 MORE Disney World Restaurants Just Changed

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How is it August already?

Big Wave Dave at Splitsville

We do have to say that we wrapped up July in the best way possible, by creating a SWEET Disney Adults Crawl that features drinks created to celebrate the release of our very own AJ Wolfe’s book, Disney Adults: Exploring (And Falling In Love With) A Magical Subculture. We’ve already fallen in love with one of those treats, but they’re all special, and we hope you enjoy the crawl. In the meantime, though, we’ve got some Disney World restaurant menu changes to share with you.

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Well, It Looks Like Nobody Cares That This Disney World Ride Is Closing Tomorrow

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Okay, so a LOT is happening in Magic Kingdom right now. Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island have permanently closed as Disney begins construction on a Cars-themed expansion in Frontierland. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is getting a huge upgrade. A new villains land is set to go behind Big Thunder Mountain Railroad.

Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin

A Tomorrowland ride is also set for a huge upgrade. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin closes tomorrow, August 4th, so we decided to visit the ride this morning to see what its last day is like…and let’s just say, it was kinda surprising.

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Mysterious Walls Just Popped Up in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Okay, so, yes, Disney World has a lot of construction going on right now — and it’s happening in three out of the four parks PLUS at some hotels. There are construction walls EVERYWHERE.

Toy Story Land!

In Disney’s Hollywood Studios, construction walls are up around what used to be Muppets Courtyard as Disney turns that area into a new Monsters, Inc. land. Plus, we’ll be seeing construction soon in Animation Courtyard as that area gets a complete overhaul. But some NEW construction walls have popped up in Toy Story Land…and what do they mean?

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It’s Official: A Muppets Courtyard Building Is DEMOLISHED in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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It’s been almost two months since the official closure of Muppets Courtyard in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This quirky, kitschy section of Disney’s Hollywood Studios closed to make way for a new Monsters, Inc. land (with Disney’s first suspended roller coaster!).

Muppets Courtyard behind walls

While the land is behind construction walls, you can see the demolition progress and construction depending on where you stand. During a recent visit to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we noticed that one building is now COMPLETELY gone, so we’re officially saying goodbye now.

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4 Unspoken Outfit Rules in Disney World

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There are some unspoken rules when you’re getting dressed to go to Disney World.

Main Street, U.S.A.

You’ll want to choose shoes that are broken in already and an outfit that goes well with the weather (which is most often hot and swampy). If you’re adding accessories, there are plenty of fun options from Mickey ears to Loungefly bags. But today, we’re going beyond those basic rules and sharing some outfit planning notes you may not think about.

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2 Magic Kingdom Rides We’re Getting Worried About

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There’s always something changing in Disney World, but sometimes we start to wonder if a few things are being left behind.

Magic Kingdom on a summer day

Magic Kingdom has seen a ton of updates lately, and even more are coming. But while some areas are getting the glow-up treatment, others seem to be sitting in a weird limbo. We’re starting to get a little nervous about two attractions that have us raising eyebrows lately… and maybe you should be too.

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9 Rides Set to CLOSE During Disneyland’s Busy Halloween Season

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So you know how the holiday season is one of the most busiest seasons for Disney World? Well, in Disneyland, one of the busiest seasons is Halloween Time, which happens this year from August 22nd through October 31st.

Storybook Land Canal Boats

That’s because Disneyland goes ALL out for Halloween. Both parks get decorations and Oogie Boogie Bash has become something of a legend, which is why tickets generally sell out fast for it. Then there are the TONS of Halloween snacks that arrive throughout the resort, so yes, people flock to Disneyland for Halloween. If you’re one of those people, though, you’re going to need to know about some ride closures that are also happening during that time.

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Disney Fans Are Sharing the Park “Lies” They Believed for Way Too Long, and My Mind Is Blown

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Disney knows how to sell the magic—but sometimes the myths go a little too far.

Liberty Square

Over the years, a lot of stories have circulated around the parks. Some are wild fan theories, others are just good old-fashioned misunderstandings, and a few are urban legends that just won’t die. We’re breaking down the most common “Disney lies” fans believed for way too long—and yep, we believed a few of these ourselves.

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