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  • Disney World Unveils Cinderella Castle’s Makeover Ahead of Park Reopening Date

    Disney World Unveils Cinderella Castle’s Makeover Ahead of Park Reopening Date

    As we previously reported, Cinderella’s Castle at Magic Kingdom in Disney World is currently in the process of receiving a royal makeover and now the work is nearly complete and Disney is sharing a first look at the new regal enhancements.

    The treasured icon at the heart of Walt Disney World Resort is being made over with bold, shimmering and regal enhancements befitting The Most Magical Place on Earth.

    Walt Disney Imagineering helped select the new royal color scheme to give Cinderella Castle its glistening new look. Take a look at the pictures below to see the magical enhancements up close:

    Special elements, such as a sapphire dusting on the blue rooftops and gold trim, were added to make the iconic spires sparkle in the sun. You might see painters applying the final coats of paint and adding the finishing touches to if you’re planning to visit Magic Kingdom Park over the next several weeks.

    Disney will reopen Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom to the public on July 11, and Epcot and Hollywood Studios on July 15

  • BREAKING: Cinderella Castle at Disney World to Receive Golden Makeover

    BREAKING: Cinderella Castle at Disney World to Receive Golden Makeover

    Disney World’s park’s iconic, awe-inspiring centerpiece—Cinderella Castle—is about to get even more magical. Disney shared today that Cinderella’s castle in the Magic Kingdom at Disney World will be getting a golden make-over!

    Cinderella first transformed into a princess 70 years ago this week when the animated classic was released—and ever since, her courage and kindness have been inspiring guests and cast members alike. Now Cinderella’s story has inspired a bold, shimmering and royal makeover of her namesake castle at the heart of Walt Disney World Resort.

    Take a look at this concept image of what the newly-enhanced Cinderella Castle will look like when work is completed:

    You may notice this exciting work taking place as these stunning enhancements begin in the coming weeks, continuing through summer. But you’ll still get to catch all of the castle favorites like “Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire” and “Happily Ever After.”