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Walt Disney World Railroad’s Upcoming Limited Operation & Seating Changes

Beginning this summer, the Walt Disney World Railroad at Magic Kingdom will shift to a limited operational mode due to construction in Frontierland for the upcoming Disney Villains and Cars-themed lands. Beginning July 7th, the day after Rivers of America closes, the Frontierland station will also close, and the train will operate exclusively as a Walt Disney World Railroad’s Upcoming Limited Operation & Seating Changes



‘Cars’ Piston Peak to Build on the Story of Magic Kingdom’s Frontierland

Disney has released more information on the new Cars-themed land replacing Tom Sawyer Island and the Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom. Piston Peak National Park takes place in the world of Disney/Pixar’s Cars franchise, featuring two new attractions. Piston Peak National Park was originally featured in Planes: Fire & Rescue, also taking place in ‘Cars’ Piston Peak to Build on the Story of Magic Kingdom’s Frontierland



Disney Starlight Parade Should Have Opened to Annual Passholder Exclusive Nights

With the highly anticipated debut of Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away on July 20, 2025, Disney has announced a new reservation rule that has left some Annual Passholders frustrated: starting that day, Magic Kingdom will require a park reservation for Annual Passholders, even after 2 p.m. That effectively shuts down the usual post-lunch park-hopping Disney Starlight Parade Should Have Opened to Annual Passholder Exclusive Nights



Walt Disney World Annual Passholders Will Need Magic Kingdom Park Reservations Beginning July 20

Walt Disney World has announced that for a limited time, beginning July 20, 2025, Annual Passholders visiting the Magic Kingdom at any time of day (including after 2:00 pm) must have a theme park reservation. This change is coming due to anticipated high demand upon the opening of the Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away Walt Disney World Annual Passholders Will Need Magic Kingdom Park Reservations Beginning July 20



Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away Parade Debuts July 20 at Walt Disney World!

At long last, the brand-new Disney Starlight Parade will make its grand debut on July 20, 2025, at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World! At long last, our Magic Kingdom evenings will end as they were intended to – with a beautiful, sparkling nighttime parade! In addition to its debut date, Disney also shared a Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away Parade Debuts July 20 at Walt Disney World!







MORE Disney Starlight Parade Details, But Still NO Opening Date

Originally announced at last August’s D23 Expo, Disney has been preparing the debut of Magic Kingdom‘s brand-new nighttime parade, Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away, a production that blends modern entertainment technology with familiar storytelling charm. Guided by the Blue Fairy’s magic, the parade aims to bring the dreams and wishes of beloved Disney and Pixar MORE Disney Starlight Parade Details, But Still NO Opening Date



Watch Magic Kingdom’s Fireworks from the Rivers of America Before It’s Too Late!

If you’re the type who prefers enjoying Disney fireworks without the shoulder-to-shoulder Main Street crowds, Frontierland’s Rivers of America offers one of the most peaceful – and underrated – spots to watch Happily Ever After at Magic Kingdom. But here’s the kicker: this serene, reflective vantage point won’t be around much longer. Sadly, the entirety of Rivers Watch Magic Kingdom’s Fireworks from the Rivers of America Before It’s Too Late!