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It’s Honesty Hour — Here’s What We REALLY Think About The Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Changes

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The day has finally arrived: we just had a chance to ride Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom. It’s been OVER a year since we last took a ride on the Wildest Ride in the Wilderness, and we’re so glad that it’s officially open to the public again.

Big Thunder is back in business!

So why the long closure? Well, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad got a series of MAJOR updates, the kind that take a while to put in place. Well, we’re going to show you how we reacted when we finally saw those changes for ourselves, so let’s go!

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We Rode the New Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and We Have So Much to Tell You!

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Well, it finally happened! Today, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom has finally reopened after a 16-month-long closure, and we were FAR from the only people who decided to rope drop and experience the new version of this beloved attraction.

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is BACK!

We’ve been DYING to get another ride on the Wildest Ride in the Wilderness since it closed, and now that it’s finally happened, we want to tell you ALL about it. So let’s talk about what’s changed on this iconic Magic Kingdom ride, and how it actually may be BETTER in a lot of ways.

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This Massive Change Hits Magic Kingdom TOMORROW

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Tomorrow is the day we’ve been waiting for, and we can’t believe it’s finally here!

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom closed in January 2025 for a massive refurbishment, and tomorrow it FINALLY reopens to the public! A year and a half is a long time to be closed, we know, but from what Disney has said, it sounds like the wait should be worth it.

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CHANGE Hits Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Ahead of Reopening in Magic Kingdom

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In just a few days, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom is scheduled to finally reopen after over a year of being closed to get a MASSIVE update.

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

We have literally been counting down the days until we could take a ride on the Wildest Ride in the Wilderness, and it’s almost here! Ahead of its reopening, construction walls are FINALLY starting to come down from around the ride, and today, we finally got a good look at the ride’s entrance for the first time since construction on it started. YES!

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Disney Reveals NEW Details on the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Transformation

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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad reopens on May 3rd with some exciting new changes! The attraction closed in January of 2025, so fans are anxiously waiting to hop back on the Wildest Ride in the Wilderness.

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom

Disney Imagineers have been hard at work for the last five years to reimagine the roller coaster. An Imagineer working on the project just shared new plot details, and we’re even more impatiently waiting to hop on the ride!

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Don’t Forget! A MAJOR Magic Kingdom CHANGE Happens in ONE Week

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Magic Kingdom will look totally different in one week, because Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is finally reopening!

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom

Big Thunder Mountain reopens on May 3rd with some exciting new changes! Disney Imagineers have been hard at work for the last five years to reimagine the roller coaster. The attraction closed in January of 2025, so fans are anxiously waiting to hop back on the wildest ride in the wilderness!

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This is Your LAST Month To Experience This Disney World Restaurant Before Its Summer Changes

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Summer is quickly approaching, and this year in Disney World, that means A LOT of things.

The Diamond Horseshoe

There are tons of eats to explore at the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival, multiple attractions have planned openings for this summer, and, of course, Cool KIDS’ SUMMER is returning as well, bringing along lots of fun activities and entertainment for those of all ages. One of the changes people are really looking forward to is a new update to The Diamond Horseshoe in Magic Kingdom, but if you’re looking to experience the restaurant BEFORE its switch, you’ve only got ONE month left!

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Popular Magic Kingdom Ride Will Be Added to Lightning Lane Multi Pass Next Month

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In case you missed it, a beloved ride is finally reopening in Magic Kingdom!

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

In less than a month, you’ll be able to hop back onto the wildest ride in the wilderness, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad! The famous coaster has been closed for over a year, and this reopening marks a few changes for the ride. If you’re curious about skipping that inevitably long line, Disney has confirmed where the ride will fall on the Lightning Lane tier list!

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Disney Made 3 MAJOR Announcements This Week — Including A NEW Opening Date

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Wow, wow, wow! It’s been a BUSY week for Disney World!

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There are new lands on the horizon, and we’ve been experiencing a string of closures that (honestly) made us shed some tears. This week, we’ve luckily had some BIG changes that we have been waiting on for what feels like forever.

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The 5 New Procedures You Have To Follow At Disney’s Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

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Can you hear us hooting and hollaring? Because we are shouting from the rooftops about the fact that Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is finally reopening!

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

After over a YEAR of waiting, the popular coaster is finally reopening in Magic Kingdom! Big openings like this one bring about excitement, crowds, and (without a doubt) changes. We’re breaking down some of the new rules and procedures we might see once the ride finally reopens.

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