Major Changes, New Rides Coming To Disney World In Biggest Magic Kingdom Expansion Ever
Major changes are coming to the Magic Kingdom park at Walt Disney World, including new rides, restaurants, and shops, as well as a major demolition effort for one of the park’s opening day attractions.
Following major announcements at D23 this past weekend, Disney has confirmed that the new Cars ride will be housed on the location currently held by the Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island. When Magic Kingdom first opened, the Rivers of America were home to the Mike Fink Keel Boats, an attraction that operated from 1971-2001. Disney said it will “transform” these locations into “vast and rugged terrains” for the Cars ride. The word “transform” here basically means demolish and renovate, we think.
A rendering of the new Magic Kingdom Frontierland
Magic Kingdom is an iconic park at Disney World, and Imagineering boss Michael Hundgen said Disney understands the “massive responsibility” that comes with doing such a major overhaul. Hundgen said Disney’s teams will do their best to “get it right and tell stories that connect with our guests.”