They say January is the slowest month of the year, but it doesn’t feel that way when it comes to Disney news!
Walt and Mickey
The first month of 2023 zipped by thanks to tons of news, including the closure of an attraction as well as the start of Disney’s 100th Anniversary celebrations. February is here and has already brought its fair share of updates!
The Disney100 celebration is now in full swing, bringing new merchandise and treats along with it. Plus with the opening of TRON Lightcycle / Run on the way and construction underway over at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, Magic Kingdom is busy. That’s why we’re here to keep you up to date! Keep reading to check out what’s been happening in Magic Kingdom recently.
Magic Kingdom Food Updates
Main Street Confectionery
Valentine’s Day is in full bloom! If you want to buy sweets for your sweetheart, the Main Street Confectionery is the place to go. They have a variety of Valentine’s Day-themed snacks, like these Candied Mickey Apples covered in red and pink candies for $12.99 each.
Candied apples
We also spotted some tasty Mickey-shaped cereal treats for $6.49 each …
Tons of toppings
… as well as these chocolate-covered marshmallows for $5.49 each.
A portable snack!
Magic Kingdom Construction Updates
TRON Lightcycle / Run
We are counting down the days until the opening of this new ride! Here’s a view from the PeopleMover of the current state of the ride. That little blue sign points visitors over to the pathway that leads to Storybook Circus, so you’ll be able to access TRON from 2 different pathways.
TRON Lightcycle / Run
We also checked out what’s going on BEHIND the attraction…
Behind the scenes
…and discovered a big crane! Disney Cast Members are likely working on some construction or cleaning over here. One Cast Member told us that they have been hard at work cleaning off Space Mountain recently due to dust that’s kicked up by the construction on TRON.
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
Speaking of cranes … we spotted one over by Tiana’s Bayou Adventure (previously Splash Mountain) too.
What’s going on up there?
We also saw new “Tiana’s Foods” signs as a hint of what’s to come!
Tiana’s Foods sign
Since we first spotted these signs, they’ve now added lanterns for a cozy New Orleans feel.
New lanterns
Space Mountain
Not all of the goings-on have to do with new rides being built or current rides being torn down. Space Mountain was getting a nice pressure wash bath!
Space Mountain preparing for pressure washing
Some Cast Members nearby were also working on sprucing up the landscaping.
Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe
This retail favorite currently has a temporary wall splitting the store in half, so don’t be surprised the next time you head in!
Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe
You can still visit to shop for Christmastime gifts and souvenirs, but there are fewer items available for now while Disney works on refurbishing part of the store.
Tomorrowland Light & Power Co.
Nearby, poor Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. was still missing its sign.
Tomorrowland Light & Power Co.
We still don’t know when it will return, but we’re keeping an eye out!
Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates
Emporium
Interested in some 100th Anniversary merch? The Emporium has these magnets for $14.99 each!
100th Anniversary Magnets
You can also stop by this large shop for the new Stitch Spirit Jersey. The front has a tiny Stitch next to the Walt Disney World logo …
Stitch Spirit Jersey
… and on the back is a larger logo with Stitch trying desperately to claw his way back up! You can get one for yourself for $79.99.
Stitch Spirit Jersey back
If you’re a big fan of Disney transportation, you can get this mug for $16.99.
Disney Transportation Mug
There’s a new Disney100 Pin — two, in fact! This features Stitch and Angel and you can buy them for $19.99.
Stitch and Angel Disney100 Pins
If you’re in the market for a new park bag, check out this Mickey Mouse backpack. You can get one at the Emporium for $59.99.
Mickey Mouse backpack
Big Top Souvenirs
Annual Passholders can get this exclusive Minnie Mouse Hangtag for $19.99 at Big Top Souvenirs.
Annual Passholder Minnie Mouse Hangtag
They also have these adorable Monorail-themed headphone cases for $19.99 each.
Monorail Headphone Cases
For Disney100th-themed tech accessories, there’s this Mickey Mouse phone case for $34.99 …
Disney100 Mickey Mouse Phone Case
… as well as a matching Minnie Mouse version for $34.99.
Disney100 Minnie Mouse Phone Case
You can also get a matching headphone case for $19.99!
Disney100 Headphone Cases
There are also two 100th Anniversary Hangtags for $19.99 each. This one features Minnie Mouse in her sparkly 100th outfit …
Minnie Mouse Disney100 Hangtag
… while this one includes Mickey and his pals!
100th Anniversary Hangtag
If magnets are more your thing, they’ve got Disney100 ones too! Each magnet is $14.99, and you can choose from designs like the anniversary logo …
Disney100 Logo Magnet
… a shiny platinum design with classic characters …
Platinum Disney100 Magnet
… or this periwinkle one with Mickey and friends.
Mickey and Friends Disney100 Magnet
Bonjour Village Gifts
Stop by this sweet shop for princess-themed finds, like this adorable Princess Tote Bag for $39.99!
Princess Tote Bag
Fantasy Faire
Celebrate your love of Fantasyland with a variety of new apparel items! First we have this Fantasyland Hat for $29.99 …
Fantasyland Hat
… this 2000s-inspired Fantasyland Midi Skirt for $49.99 …
Fantasyland Midi Skirt
… and these Fantasyland Pants for $49.99.
Fantasyland Pants
Magic Kingdom General Updates
Around Splash Mountain
If you’re looking to snag a final Splash Mountain souvenir, the pressed penny machines are back!
Splash Mountain Penny Machine
Nearby, the Laughin’ Place play area is still up, but its sign has disappeared.
Laughin’ Place play area
TRON Lightcycle / Run Cast Member Previews
Cast Member previews for TRON have begun! You can sometimes spot Disney Cast Members heading back to check out the new ride.
Cast Members got to preview the new ride
We also got another look at the snazzy new costumes.
TRON Cast Member previews
Keep checking in to DFB for more updates on both Magic Kingdom and the rest of the Disney World parks. If you missed our last update, you can read it here.
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