New Gold Character Statues Coming to Walt Disney World

For Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary on October 1, 50 new gold statues will debut throughout the theme parks.

The “Disney Fab 50” of course includes Mickey and Minnie Mouse, who will be in front of Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom.

According to Disney Parks Blog, there will be “surprising” ways to interact with these 50 sculptures.

Disney Announces New Magic Kingdom Fireworks Show, Enchantment, for 50th Anniversary

Disney has just announced a brand new nighttime spectacular. The show will debut on October 1 for the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World. The show will be called Enchantment.

Created to launch with “The World’s Most Magical Celebration,” this evening extravaganza will take you on a journey filled with adventure, wonder and empowerment. Inspiring everyone to believe in magic, “Disney Enchantment” will feature music, enhanced lighting, stunning fireworks and, for the first time, immersive projection effects that extend from Cinderella Castle down Main Street, U.S.A.

The addition of projections on Main Street have been expected since 2019.

New Commercial Released for Walt Disney World Resort 50th Anniversary

It’s an event five decades in the making! As previously shared, Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebration is going to be a HUGE celebration that will last a full 18 months. Now, Disney has released a new commercial calling everyone to “The World’s Most Magical Celebration”.

As shared by Disney: “Get ready for a celebration 50 years in the making. On October 1, the magic is calling everyone to The World’s Most Magical Celebration. Because when you celebrate with us, nothing could be more magical.”

Disney Cast Members Receive New “EARidescent” Name Tags for 50th Anniversary

The 50th Anniversary celebrations beginning October 1, 2021 are gearing up! As the excitement builds, President of Walt Disney World Resort, Jeff Vahle, took to social media to share the first look at new name tags Cast Members are receiving for the celebration.

As shared via Jeff Vahle Instagram: “One of the most memorable moments in my career was when I received my first nametag and officially became a Cast Member. It’s a huge part of our culture and heritage shared by all Cast at Disney. As we prepare to celebrate our 50th anniversary this October, I am thrilled to preview new nametags in development, designed to bring some additional shimmer to our Cast Members providing countless memories for Guests. The new EARidescent design will premiere later this fall; I can’t wait to see the team receive them as we start The World’s Most Magical Celebration together.”