Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World opened 50 years ago today
Disney said that the first phase included the Magic Kingdom park, Disney’s Contemporary Resort, and Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort.
What attractions were open when Magic Kingdom debuted in 1971?
Several attractions at Magic Kingdom were open on October 1st, 1971. Many of them are still operating to this day. Here's information about each one.
'Remy's Ratatouille Adventure' officially opens at EPCOT
The new ride is based on Disney and Pixar’s beloved Academy Award-winning "Ratatouille."
Cedar Point closes ride for rest of 2021 after woman is injured
The Ohio roller coaster's next inspection was planned for September.
Report: Disney may get $570M in tax breaks for new Orlando campus
The company could claim more than $570 million in tax breaks over 20 years for the project, which would be among the largest in Florida history for a single corporation, according to documents.
Six Flags planning to reopen all parks in 2021, hire thousands of seasonal workers
On Friday, the Texas-based theme park operator announced plans to reopen all 26 of its locations for the 2021 season, including five locations that stayed closed in 2020 due to continued coronavirus restrictions.
Coronavirus concerns haven't closed Disneyland Paris, despite ban on public gatherings of more than 5,000
The happiest place on Earth isn’t ready to give up Paris yet.
Walt Disney World is bringing back ‘mermaid school’ to select resorts
Fans of “The Little Mermaid” will once again have their chance to learn how to swim like Ariel.
'Tango' ride at Arizona State Fair malfunctions, leaves riders stuck in mid-air
The 'Tango' ride at the Arizona State Fair malfunctioned over the weekend, leaving riders in mid-air for six minutes.
Wind almost carries away balloon handler at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
A man carrying balloons through Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, was nearly carried off when a burst of wind hit the parade Sunday, September 15.
Man claims Disney World trip will be ruined by girlfriend's newborn niece – and Reddit users agree
One frustrated Reddit user recently asked others whether they thought he was in the wrong for telling his girlfriend’s sister that she and her newborn baby were not invited to come on a highly anticipated group trip to Walt Disney World that had long been planned as a strictly “child free” vacation.
Six Flags train derails, causes passenger evacuation
A train at Six Flags Over Georgia has been closed for inspection after its engine derailed with passengers still on board Saturday afternoon.