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Prairie Outpost Reopens June 30 at Magic Kingdom with Chapel Hats Collection​

Prairie Outpost in Frontierland at Magic Kingdom will reopen on June 30, 2025, as a headwear-focused retail location featuring Chapel Hats. The updated shop will offer a range of styles, including wide-brimmed Western-style hats, classic fedoras, and customizable headwear.

Prairie Outpost Reopens June 30 at Magic Kingdom with Chapel Hats Collection

Prairie Outpost Reopens June 30 at Magic Kingdom with Chapel Hats Collection

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EPCOT's Spaceship Earth Closing Late August to Begin Refurbishment​

EPCOT’s Spaceship Earth will close for routine refurbishment starting August 25, 2025. The attraction is expected to reopen later this year, though a specific date has not been announced.

EPCOT's Spaceship Earth Closing Late August to Begin Refurbishment

EPCOT's Spaceship Earth Closing Late August to Begin Refurbishment

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Donald Trump Confirmed to Return with Speaking Part in Disney World's Hall of Presidents​

Donald Trump will be featured in the Hall of Presidents attraction at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom when it reopens. The attraction, which has been closed since January 2025, will include a recorded performance of Trump’s oath of office, following the tradition of including each sitting president.

Donald Trump Confirmed to Return with Speaking Part in Disney World's Hall of Presidents

Donald Trump Confirmed to Return with Speaking Part in Disney World's Hall of Presidents

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Blizzard Beach Seasonal Closure Begins September 2025, Typhoon Lagoon Remains Open​

Blizzard Beach Water Park at Disney World will close on September 8, 2025, while Typhoon Lagoon will remain open. This follows a limited dual-park season where both water parks operated simultaneously.

Blizzard Beach Seasonal Closure Begins September 2025, Typhoon Lagoon Remains Open

Blizzard Beach Seasonal Closure Begins September 2025, Typhoon Lagoon Remains Open

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Disney Vacation Club Preview Announced for Reimagined Test Track at EPCOT​

Disney has announced that eligible Disney Vacation Club (DVC) Members will have the opportunity to experience the newly reimagined Test Track at EPCOT before it officially reopens on July 22, 2025. The DVC Member preview will take place on July 12, with registration opening July 8 for those who meet the eligibility requirements.

Disney Vacation Club Preview Announced for Reimagined Test Track at EPCOT

Disney Vacation Club Preview Announced for Reimagined Test Track at EPCOT

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Disney Sets Test Track Annual Passholder Preview Dates Ahead of July 22 Opening at EPCOT​

Disney has announced that Annual Passholder previews for the reimagined Test Track at EPCOT will take place July 13 through July 19, 2025, with the exception of July 17, when no preview will be offered.

Disney Sets Test Track Annual Passholder Preview Dates Ahead of July 22 Opening at EPCOT

Disney Sets Test Track Annual Passholder Preview Dates Ahead of July 22 Opening at EPCOT

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Disney Updates Lightning Lane Tiers at EPCOT with Return of Test Track​

With the reimagined Test Track set to reopen at EPCOT on July 22, 2025, Disney has made changes to the Lightning Lane Multi Pass tiers, adding Test Track to the top selection group. At the same time, Soarin’ Around the World will shift from Tier 1 to Tier 2.

Disney Updates Lightning Lane Tiers at EPCOT with Return of Test Track

Disney Updates Lightning Lane Tiers at EPCOT with Return of Test Track

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EPCOT Hits Passholder Capacity for July 13 Test Track Preview - But There's a Workaround​

EPCOT has reached capacity for Annual Passholder reservations for the July 13 Test Track preview. However, Passholders without a reservation can still join the 1:00 pm virtual queue for a chance to experience the reimagined attraction.

EPCOT Hits Passholder Capacity for July 13 Test Track Preview - But There's a Workaround

EPCOT Hits Passholder Capacity for July 13 Test Track Preview - But There's a Workaround

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Refurbishment Complete at BouTiki Store in Disney's Polynesian Village Resort​

The refurbishment at BouTiki in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is complete, with the entire store now open to guests.

Refurbishment Complete at BouTiki Store in Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

Refurbishment Complete at BouTiki Store in Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

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Trump Returns to Disney's Hall of Presidents in Updated Animatronic Form​

Disney’s Hall of Presidents reopened on June 29, 2025, featuring a new Audio-Animatronic figure of President Donald Trump delivering the presidential oath of office. The updated figure, the third of Trump, reflects improved detail and facial accuracy.

Trump Returns to Disney's Hall of Presidents in Updated Animatronic Form

Trump Returns to Disney's Hall of Presidents in Updated Animatronic Form

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Permit Filed for Muppet*Vision 3D Building as Disney Begins Monsters, Inc. Land Transformation​

Walt Disney Imagineering has filed a new Notice of Commencement for the former Muppet*Vision 3D building at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Permit Filed for Muppet*Vision 3D Building as Disney Begins Monsters, Inc. Land Transformation

Permit Filed for Muppet*Vision 3D Building as Disney Begins Monsters, Inc. Land Transformation

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Disney Files Permit for Spaceship Earth Refurbishment at EPCOT Beginning August 25​

Disney has filed a permit for the refurbishment of Spaceship Earth at EPCOT, beginning August 25, 2025. The work, focusing on structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering, may include updates to the in-vehicle video display screens.

Disney Files Permit for Spaceship Earth Refurbishment at EPCOT Beginning August 25

Disney Files Permit for Spaceship Earth Refurbishment at EPCOT Beginning August 25

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2025 EPCOT Eat to the Beat Concert Lineup Announced for Food and Wine Festival​

Festival has been announced, featuring a variety of performers. Dining packages are available at various EPCOT restaurants, including a guaranteed seat to one concert on the same day.

2025 EPCOT Eat to the Beat Concert Lineup Announced for Food and Wine Festival

2025 EPCOT Eat to the Beat Concert Lineup Announced for Food and Wine Festival

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2025 EPCOT Eat to the Beat Dining Packages: Full List of Restaurants and Prices​

The 2025 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival will offer Eat to the Beat Dining Packages, including a meal and guaranteed seating for a concert. Packages are available Fridays through Mondays and include a prix-fixe meal, a non-alcoholic beverage, and one guaranteed seat per person to a same-day concert. Dining packages go on sale July 16, 2025.

2025 EPCOT Eat to the Beat Dining Packages: Full List of Restaurants and Prices

2025 EPCOT Eat to the Beat Dining Packages: Full List of Restaurants and Prices

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Last Chance to Ride Liberty Square Riverboat and Visit Tom Sawyer Island at Magic Kingdom​

Tom Sawyer Island and the Liberty Square Riverboat at Magic Kingdom will close on July 7, 2025, to make way for a Cars-themed land. Guests have until July 6 to experience these classic attractions.

Last Chance to Ride Liberty Square Riverboat and Visit Tom Sawyer Island at Magic Kingdom

Last Chance to Ride Liberty Square Riverboat and Visit Tom Sawyer Island at Magic Kingdom

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Magic Kingdom Map Update: Tom Sawyer Island Erased, Riverboat Gone, and Modified Railroad Route​

Disney has updated the Magic Kingdom digital map following the permanent closure of Tom Sawyer Island and the Liberty Square Riverboat. The updated map reflects the removal of these attractions and a temporary route adjustment for the Walt Disney World Railroad.

Magic Kingdom Map Update: Tom Sawyer Island Erased, Riverboat Gone, and Modified Railroad Route

Magic Kingdom Map Update: Tom Sawyer Island Erased, Riverboat Gone, and Modified Railroad Route

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Liberty Belle Riverboat Removed and Crews Begin Work on Tom Sawyer Island at Magic Kingdom​

Following the closure of several Magic Kingdom attractions, construction has begun on the park’s largest expansion, including a Cars-themed land and a Disney Villains-themed land. The Liberty Belle Riverboat has been removed, and work is underway on Tom Sawyer Island.

Liberty Belle Riverboat Removed and Crews Begin Work on Tom Sawyer Island at Magic Kingdom

Liberty Belle Riverboat Removed and Crews Begin Work on Tom Sawyer Island at Magic Kingdom

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Stitch Joins Walt Disney World Railroad with New Audio Overlay on Magic Kingdom Route​

Stitch joins the Walt Disney World Railroad with a new audio overlay on the Magic Kingdom route. The updated audio, featuring Stitch, plays on the trip from Main Street to Fantasyland.

Stitch Joins Walt Disney World Railroad with New Audio Overlay on Magic Kingdom Route

Stitch Joins Walt Disney World Railroad with New Audio Overlay on Magic Kingdom Route

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Disney Unveils New Magic Kingdom In-Park Map with Attraction Closures and Starlight Parade​

Disney has released a new in-park map for Magic Kingdom, reflecting recent changes including the closure of Tom Sawyer Island, the Liberty Square Riverboat, and the Frontierland Railroad Station.

Disney Unveils New Magic Kingdom In-Park Map with Attraction Closures and Starlight Parade

Disney Unveils New Magic Kingdom In-Park Map with Attraction Closures and Starlight Parade

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Walt Disney World Reveals 2025 Holiday Plans​

Walt Disney World has announced its 2025 holiday plans, featuring holiday entertainment, decorations, themed food and beverage, and character experiences from November 14 through December 31. Specific offerings include “Frozen Holiday Surprise” at Cinderella Castle, the International Festival of the Holidays at EPCOT. Santa will appear at all four theme parks and Disney Springs through December 24.

Walt Disney World Reveals 2025 Holiday Plans

Walt Disney World Reveals 2025 Holiday Plans

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