Credit: Jamie S., Inside the MagicThings are going up at the Magic Kingdom.
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The hustle and bustle of Magic Kingdom is undeniable. From the ambiance of Main Street, U.S.A. to the magic of spaces like Fantasyland and Frontierland, fun is around every corner at Disney’s original Florida theme park.
This is especially true now, with a ton of work happening all around the park, including Adventureland, where a mysterious project continues.
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BlogMickey reports that Disney World is now in the process of rebuilding the Adventureland entrance sign after dismantling it.
While unconfirmed, it appears some of the wooden elements have been refreshed.
This process began earlier this month, when Disney removed the Adventureland sign from its original frame. The sign vanished, but the structure remained, prompting some speculation about what Disney actually had planned for the installation. Other items, like themed props, were also removed.
The actual structure started to come down a few days later, leaving guests wondering how far-reaching this project would be.
It’s still unclear if the Adventureland sign will look the same when it returns. Disney World redesigned the entrance sign to Tomorrowland back in 2019, a change that continues to be divisive among fans.
This is just one of the numerous projects currently underway at the Magic Kingdom. Earlier this year, the park’s Big Thunder Mountain Railroad roller coaster closed for an extensive refurbishment. In addition to new track pieces and other technical upgrades, the attraction will also receive significant updates to its caverns.
Disney shared new information about the refurbishment earlier this week, revealing that guests can expect to see new lighting and thematic additions to the ride’s first lift hill, among other big changes.
This summer, Magic Kingdom said goodbye to its Rivers of America. These artificial waterways had become an iconic part of the park, offering visitors incredible scenic views of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and Haunted Mansion. Alongside the rivers, Magic Kingdom also said goodbye to Tom Sawyer Island and Liberty Square Riverboat.
This is all being done to make way for Magic Kingdom’s new expansion, Piston Peak, a Cars-themed outdoor hub filled with fun and adventure. Magic Kingdom’s Piston Peak project is expected to be completed by 2027, so guests should get used to seeing construction walls inside the park for quite some time.
What project are you looking forward to most at the Magic Kingdom?