Big Thunder Mountain Railroad reopening date announced after refurbishment of 'wildest ride in the wilderness'

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Walt Disney World is set to reopen next month, following an extensive refurbishment that adds new visual elements while maintaining the ride’s classic storyline and thrills.

Disney reveals Big Thunder Mountain reopening date
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Drew Smith, Drew the Disney Dude joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom moments after Walt Disney World revealed their reopening date for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom, along with a reduced height limit and brand-new track.

Disney: Red river hog piglets born at Animal Kingdom Lodge

Three red river hog piglets born at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge will soon make their public debut at the resort's savanna.

Disney World rolls out tickets for park entry after 2 p.m.

Disney World is selling specially-priced tickets that allow visitors access to its theme parks in the afternoon.

Disney names Disneyland president Thomas Mazloum as next parks chair

Disneyland Resort president Thomas Mazloum will become the next chair of Disney Experiences, the division that includes the company's theme parks, cruise line and merchandise.

Downtown Orlando plaque commemorates spot of Disney's 'Florida Project' announcement

A new plaque in downtown Orlando commemorates the place where Walt Disney, in 1965, announced his plans for the “Florida Project"—which would become Walt Disney World.

Brand-new Crazy Shakes coming to Disney Springs Monday
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Tharin White, Lead Publisher at EYNTK.info joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the new Crazy Shakes coming to Black Tap at Disney Springs. Plus, an up-close look at the new LegoLand Florida Galacticoaster.

Behind the attraction: Kilimanjaro Safari's guides receive special honors
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Charm Lerario and Angel Flores, Kilimanjaro Safari Guide at Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom, make the most of every ride they take. With infusing magic into every tour, they're now among Walt Disney World's most complemented cast members.

Olaf animatronic to host new animation class at Disney's Hollywood Studios

"Olaf Draws!" is a new Animation Academy experience where visitors will learn how to draw different Disney characters, including Mickey, Minnie, Moana and Olaf.

Both Disney World water parks will be open this summer

For the second time since the pandemic, both Disney World water parks—Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach—will be open at the same time.

Disney World upgrades EPCOT’s Frozen Ever After with new tech, faces

Disney World is giving the Frozen Ever After ride at EPCOT a tech upgrade with the Anna, Elsa and Kristoff figures getting new lifelike faces.

50 Years of Disney Magic: Meet Aunt Elaine
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Elaine West Grimes is celebrating more than 50 years of creating unforgettable moments at Walt Disney World. She started back in 1975, when Magic Kingdom was the only park on property. She was here with her family for spring break when she saw Disney was having a job fair. “They were having a job fair, and they went to the park, and I said I'm going to go check this out, and I had an interview and everything, and I got hired, and I didn't go back to New Jersey, I stayed here,” said Grimes. Elaine began at Disney’s Contemporary Resort and made her way to 50’s Prime Time Café in 1998, where she’s proudly known as Aunt Elaine. If you’ve never been, the restaurant inside Hollywood Studios feels like a kitchen straight out of the 1950s, where servers stay in character. “My character is your favorite aunt, and I used to babysit when you were little. You know, don't you remember me? And they say no, and I say, well, you won't forget me when you leave,” said Grimes.