The World's Most Magical Celebration - Walt Disney World's 50th anniversary

[TTA94]

Any chance of them finding enough staff to at least roll out FoF on 10/1? If they feel confident to return OUACT in November then why not return FoF?

 

[Figments Friend]

I would think if there was any chance of a full blown parade happening for the 1st, we would be hearing about rehearsals by now.
We are about four weeks until Oct 1st.

Honestly, I would be surprised to see FoF return by then.
Not expecting it, as it still seems too soon based on staffing issues.
My guess would be a 'special' version of the calvacade for the day.

And they had better include the LEGENDARY mirrored 'Castle Float' in any street processions on that day!
Yes, if there was ever a time to roll that historic peice out...it should be for the actual 50th.
It's the floats' 40th anniversary, beleive it or not....originally built for WDW's 'Tencennial' Celebration in 1981 I believe.
Yes!
Gotta exploit that 'nostaligia', man!

People laugh, but the 'Castle Float' rules.
It NEEDS to be used on October 1st.
Seriously.

Just load it up with characters, slap on a '50' emblem, and attach a bunch of Mickey balloons.
Instant 50th Calvacade for the day!
All hail the mirrored Castle on wheels!
Yassss!!


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[mm52200]

Any chance of them finding enough staff to at least roll out FoF on 10/1? If they feel confident to return OUACT in November then why not return FoF?

As has been said before, the cast is waiting and available. On furlough still, and waiting to be called back from their displaced roles(which are now over staffed since CPs arrived), and then a third list of laid off. That’s not the issue, the staffing. The company just doesn’t want to spend the money. That’s it. You’ll get a nice “new” cavalcade that day with Mickey’s MiSi float sporting a new coat of paint. That’s it.

 

[jrhwdw]

As has been said before, the cast is waiting and available. On furlough still, and waiting to be called back from their displaced roles(which are now over staffed since CPs arrived), and then a third list of laid off. That’s not the issue, the staffing. The company just doesn’t want to spend the money. That’s it. You’ll get a nice “new” cavalcade that day with Mickey’s MiSi float sporting a new coat of paint. That’s it.

New Paint? It's been gone for weeks! Maybe it's more extensive???

 

[danlb_2000]

 

[danlb_2000]

 

[Brian]

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If only they had a stage already built in front of the castle.

 

[James Alucobond]

If only they had a stage already built in front of the castle.

The existing stage isn't conducive to simultaneous close-ups of the talent with wide shots of the park.

 

[Brian]

The existing stage isn't conducive to simultaneous close-ups of the talent with wide shots of the park.

I agree, I was just teasing a little.

 

[kevlightyear]

How do you even get on that stage?

 

[DCBaker]

 

[Magic Feather]

Probably an unpopular opinion, but that stage is gorgeous, and I wouldn’t mind a bit if it was permanent for the celebration.

I know it’s just for the filming, but I wouldn’t mind a stage like that getting used the same way that Paris uses it’s hub stages

 

[brb1006]

@MansionButler84 heard parts of the 50th Anniversary Theme Song from a call and mentioned that it's actually good. Apparently it will also be heard for "Enchantment"

 

[Brian]

How do you even get on that stage?

I believe that's what these people were practicing for.

 

[danlb_2000]

How do you even get on that stage?

There is a temporary set of stairs...

 

[Figments Friend]

Interesting how they have incorporated Uncle Walt and Mick into the stage itself by surrounding the 'Partners' statue.
Gives the visual that they will be 'onstage' with whoever is up there.

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[Squishy]

I guess the stage is the main reason the statue was refurbished a few weeks back.

 

[MisterPenguin]

How do you even get on that stage?

Practice.

 

[JohnD]

OH yeah, there will definitely be a plan as to when people will be allowed to enter from all points.

I'm sure details will be known before the date as to when the Parking toll gates open and Guests will be allowed to decend upon the realm.

Remember folks, it's going to be a crazy ( but memorable ) day on October 1st at the Magic Kingdom.
Crazy.
Get plenty of sleep the night before, as you probably won't get much that evening with all the excitement and the post-event adrenaline rush.

Also, don't forget to bring your own food!
I've noted this a couple of times already, but come prepared -
All table service locations at MK and in many cases the surrounding MK area Resorts are booked up for the 1st.
CS and snack carts wil likely be very busy...so be sure to bring some snacks with you just in case!
Expect huge lines for anything food or merch related.
I won't even get into Attraction lines....

My plan is to just enjoy the day and observe the festivities and scene around me.
Not pursuing rides at all that day as I fully expect everything to be absolutely mobbed.
I've experienced them all before , many times, over many years....and will do so in the days before and after the 1st.
Hoping to snap a lot of photos and share some commentary here about the day.




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I briefly thought about attending 9/30 HHN at Uni but quickly ditched that idea. I do have a 6pm ADR at Toledo, though. No other plans that night. I'm an early riser and will probably wake up early anyway and enjoy my free breakfast at Springhill before hopping in my car. I'll get there when I get there and enjoy the day also. Will hop on rides as they present themselves if the queue is decent but don't plan on waiting for hours. I have a 5pm ADR at Whispering Canyon which will be a nice diversion outside of MK in the early evening before returning for the entertainment that night.

 

[hpyhnt 1000]

I'm with @Magic Feather - for a temporary setup, that hub stage is pretty nice looking. Building it so the Partners statue is "on stage" is a nice touch. And I think it's also the first 50th piece that seems to get the iridescent "earidescent" look correct, unlike the castle behind it.*

*Beating a dead horse, I know.