Disney World Area Locked down, Ride Closed after Reported Fire Causes Evacuation

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Hollywood Studios

A large section of Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios park has been blocked off to guests after a possible fire caused a ride evacuation.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been grappling with less-than-ideal pushback after its expensive ticketed Jollywood Nights holiday event failed to wow fans recently. Now, it looks like it also has to contend with a popular ride reportedly catching on fire.

DisneyWorldTom has shared a video on Twitter/X reporting that a firm alarm evacuation has closed the entire area of Hollywood Studios surrounding the fan-favorite Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith attraction.

BREAKING: Fire alarm evacuation at Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith closes entire area at Hollywood Studios

As it stands now, the ride is listed as “temporarily closed” on the My Disney Experience application. No further information has been provided. We have no idea the extent of the reported fire or how long the park section will be closed to guests.

The video footage shows Disney cast members closing and locking down gates to the park section to prevent anyone from accessing the area. This could be a precaution, as Disney is very proactive regarding dangers or incidents inside the park. Nevertheless, the situation is shocking and scary.

Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith is a roller coaster that opened in 1999 and was created in collaboration with the iconic rock band Aerosmith.

The ride is known for its high-speed launches, inversions, and synchronized onboard audio, featuring hit songs from Aerosmith. The Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster has been a fan-favorite due to its unique ride experience combined with the integration of Aerosmith’s music.

The coaster accelerates from 0 to 60 miles per hour in a matter of seconds. This launch experience is what keeps fans coming back for the thrills. The twists, turns, and inversions experienced in the dark during the ride are synchronized with the soundtrack, creating an immersive and adrenaline-pumping experience.

Over the years, there has been speculation and desire among fans for a retheme of the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster. Some have suggested updating the ride to feature a different band or theme, possibly to keep the attraction relevant and fresh.

Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster has had its share of shutdowns and accidents over the years. However, a fire on a fan-favorite ride involving guests moving at high speeds is a little unnerving to think about. An evacuation from a coaster that goes upside down also adds an extra sense of dread to the experience.

Here’s hoping no one was injured, everyone made it off the ride safely, and the sirens were just an accident or false alarm.

Disney Mandates an End of Decades Old Theme Park Tradition

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This was undoubtedly a bold move for the Disney Parks to make!

One of the reasons that fans love the Disney theme parks is because of the community that the parks provide. At Disney, strangers can quickly become friends because of their shared passion and love for the Disney theme park and the Disney movies. Fans can also find a community through collecting Disney memorabilia. One of the most popular pieces to trade and collect are Disney pins.

At Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, Disney pin trading has taken up a lot of space at the park for years. Now, what that looks like will change in a big way.

Disneyland Park Sleeping Beauty castle

Disneyland Resort made some important updates on its website early today, specifically addressing the guidelines for pin trading within Disneyland Resort. This initiative aims to enhance the overall pin-trading experience for guests while ensuring that specific measures are put in place to maintain the integrity of this beloved hobby. One of the notable changes highlighted in these guidelines is the official ban on utilizing benches as pin display structures within the park premises.

The newly implemented guidelines clearly state that benches or any other structures designated for the exclusive purpose of pin display are strictly prohibited. Instead, these structures are intended solely for seating purposes, ensuring that guests have comfortable places to rest and enjoy their time at the park. This decision aligns with Disneyland Resort’s commitment to maintaining a safe and organized pin trading environment while prioritizing the overall guest experience.

The prohibition of the use of benches for pin display serves multiple purposes. Firstly, it helps prevent any potential overcrowding or congestion that may arise from excessive pin trading displays. By reserving benches for their intended purpose, guests can comfortably find a place to relax without feeling overwhelmed or restricted due to excessive pin displays.

For years, these benches have been monopolized by Disney pin traders, and Disney seeks to see these benches return to their intended purpose once more.

By introducing this ban on bench displays, Disneyland Resort hopes to foster an environment where pin trading thrives with creativity and interaction while also not hogging up valuable seating areas. The vibrant atmosphere of each Disney park is truly accentuated when guests interact and engage with each other, sharing their Disney trading pin collections and stories. With the focus shifting away from seated areas, many fans hope to see this hobby become more organized.

Several other guidelines have been implemented. Disneyland pin trading will be restricted to happening outside Disneyland Park near Westward Ho Trading Company from opening to 3:00 pm. Those who wish to trade pins will also only be allowed to bring in one trading bag.

Disneyland Resort has updated its website with comprehensive guidelines for pin trading within the theme parks; all further questions can be answered there.

Disney Officially Announces Return of Beloved Show

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Nighttime shows are a massive part of the magic experienced throughout Disney Parks. We are thrilled that one beloved show is coming back in 2024.

Guests traveling to California can enjoy two Disney Parks: Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park. Both parks include unique attractions, shows, and magic.

Disneyland Park is the original Disney Park. Guests will find well-themed lands such as Fantasyland, Adventureland, and Tomorrowland. Beloved rides like Peter Pan’s Flight, Jungle Cruise, the Haunted Mansion, and “it’s a small world” are all found throughout Disneyland Park.

Over at Disney’s California Adventure Park, guests can enjoy themed lands based on beloved movies. Cars Land, Avengers Campus, Pixar Pier, and more. While visiting this unique Disney Park, guests enjoy top attractions like the Incredicoaster and Radiator Springs Racers.

Disneyland combines the history of Disney with the excitement and thrills of new technology throughout these two parks.

world of color - one nighttime water show disneyland california adventure park

The nighttime shows are a considerable part of the magic at these two Disney Parks. 

In Disney California Adventure, World of Color brings Disney and Pixar stories to guests through projections and water features. This is a 22-minute show that takes place on select evenings around Paradise Gardens Park. 

Over at Disneyland Park, guests can experience a fireworks show on select evenings. The show changes throughout the year, focusing on different holidays during the show. This nighttime show includes fireworks, a fantastic soundtrack, and even unique appearances from some beloved Disney characters.

There is one nighttime spectacular that has been missed at Disneyland Park.

Fantasmic!, a renowned nighttime show, was shut down on April 22, 2023, following a significant issue with the animatronic dragon. During the show, the dragon burst into flames during the finale.

The show takes place on the Rivers of America in Disneyland Park. In the past, the show included numerous Disney characters, projections from many Disney movies, and fireworks.

Since closing, guests have anxiously been waiting for the return of this fantastic show. We now have a date to mark on the calendar. 

Fantasmic Disneyland

Disney announced today that Fantasmic! will return to Disneyland on May 24, 2024. Previously, Disney stated that the show would return in “spring 2024,” keeping the May opening date on track.

No additional information was provided about show times or updates that will be seen when the show returns in May.

Previously, Disneyland said that when the show returned, it “won’t include the dragon future, but it will feature new special effects and a thrilling new battle scene between Sorcerer Mickey and Maleficent.”

Although we anxiously await more information regarding what surprises Disney has in store for the updated show, we are thrilled that we can now circle a date on the calendar for its return.

This is a fantastic nighttime spectacular that has been greatly missed at Disneyland. We can’t wait for it to return this spring.

Inside Out 2 Teaser Trailer

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Disney and Pixar’s #InsideOut2 is coming to theaters June 2024 with brand new emotions!

The little voices inside Riley’s head know her inside and out—but next summer, everything changes when Disney and Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” introduces a new Emotion: Anxiety. According to director Kelsey Mann, the new character promises to stir things up within headquarters. “Anxiety, voiced by Maya Hawke, might be new to the crew, but she’s not really the type to take a back seat,” said Mann. “That makes a lot of sense if you think about it in terms of what goes on inside all our minds.”

A trailer, poster and film stills are now available for what promises to be the feel-good (or feel-everything) film of Summer 2024. Disney and Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” returns to the mind of newly minted teenager Riley just as headquarters is undergoing a sudden demolition to make room for something entirely unexpected: new Emotions! Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust, who’ve long been running a successful operation by all accounts, aren’t sure how to feel when Anxiety shows up. And it looks like she’s not alone. Maya Hawke lends her voice to Anxiety, alongside Amy Poehler as Joy, Phyllis Smith as Sadness, Lewis Black as Anger, Tony Hale as Fear, and Liza Lapira as Disgust. Directed by Kelsey Mann and produced by Mark Nielsen, “Inside Out 2” releases only in theaters Summer 2024.

Kids (Ages 3 to 9) Play & Dine for 50% Off!

Posted on by Mathew Corn Animal Kingdom, Disney Dining, Disney Parks, Disney Resorts, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom

You can save on a magical family vacation this spring! Children’s (ages 3 to 9) theme park tickets and dining plans are half off with the purchase of a non-discounted 4-night, 4-day Walt Disney Travel Company package for your clients and their children that includes a room at a select Disney Resort hotel, as well as theme park tickets and a dining plan.

Valid for arrivals most nights from:

  • March 3, 2024 through March 24, 2024
  • April 7, 2024 through June 30, 2024