Disney Shows Incredible Journey of the Liberty Belle Riverboat Back to Magic Kingdom

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Today, the Liberty Square Riverboat resumed operation at Magic Kingdom after it was dry docked behind the theme park for months. The attraction closed for refurbishment last October so construction workers could drain the Rivers of America and replace the track underneath.

During the four-month scheduled refurbishment, 100 cast members worked on enhancements to the attraction including updating rockwork, landscaping and adding fresh paint to the surrounding areas.

Last night,  a crew worked together to prepare her for the journey through Bay Lake and Seven Seas Lagoon, around Disney’s Contemporary Resort, and in front of Magic Kingdom Park. She was then towed by hand to the refurbished track in Liberty Square where cast members put on the last finishing touches to get her ready for guests this morning.

Check out the time-lapse videos from Disney Parks Blog below to see her incredible journey.

Liberty Belle is a 47-foot authentic steam-powered paddle wheeler that opened to guests in 1971. The historic attraction has been delighting guests for over 50 years with a half-mile trip around the waters of the Rivers of America through Frontierland and Liberty Square.

Virtual Viewing of ‘Happily Ever After’ at Walt Disney World

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There is nothing quite like experiencing ‘Happily Ever After,’ the nighttime firework spectacular at Magic Kingdom. Disney has released a pre-recorded video of the fireworks to bring some magic into our homes. While it certainly isn’t the same as watching it in person, it is so nice to be able to watch it whenever we need a pick me up! 

From a Disney Cast Member;

We’re bringing more #DisneyMagicMoments to everyone at home with a virtual viewing of one of the most spectacular nighttime shows ever created at Disney Parks – “Happily Ever After.”

For this special pre-recorded viewing of “Happily Ever After” at Magic Kingdom Park, you have the best seat in the house!  Watch as the castle you know so well becomes a canvas for the heart-tugging story of the importance of chasing your dreams, no matter what, and finding your happily ever after.

Disney’s Liberty Square Riverboat & Tom Sawyer Island Reopen This Weekend!

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Exciting news, Disney fans! If you’re headed to Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom in the near future you’ll have a chance to ride on the Liberty Square Riverboat and get your adventure on with Tom Sawyer Island. While previously scheduled to remain closed through March 1, it looks like these two attractions will reopen this weekend!

The Walt Disney World refurbishment calendar now shows both Liberty Square Riverboat and Tom Sawyer Island removed from the refurbishment calendar beginning Friday, February 5. Further confirmation is that both attractions have operating hours listed for Friday (9:30am – 7:00pm) and beyond!

Magic Kingdom’s Swiss Family Treehouse to Close for Refurbishment

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It looks like a refurbishment closure is scheduled for the Swiss Family Treehouse attraction in Adventureland that you’ll want to take note of if you are visiting the Magic Kingdom soon.

As posted on the Walt Disney World refurbishment calendar, Swiss Family Treehouse is listed as closed for refurbishment beginning March 12. The refurbishment is scheduled to last through March 25, with Swiss Family Treehouse once again reopening for guests on March 26.

Magic Kingdom’s Westward Ho to Close on Weekdays

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We previously shared two quick-service location at Magic Kingdom are closing on weekdays in February, including The Lunching Pad and Tomorrowland Terrace. It seems like the trend continues as we’ve learned Westward Ho quick-service spot is also experiencing closures on weekdays.

As updated on the Walt Disney World website, Westward Ho located in Frontierland is scheduled to close beginning February 1, Monday through Thursday. The quick service spot will be open on Fridays, Saturday, and Sundays from 11:00am to 3:00pm.

Hopefully, The Lunching Pad, Tomorrowland Terrace and Westward Ho will reopen on weekdays as crowds continue to visit Walt Disney World once again. In the meantime, we’ll have to find another location for Disney’s yummy churros, corn dog nuggets and Mickey pretzels.