Tag: closes

  • BREAKING: Circle of Life Attraction To Close Permanently at Epcot

    BREAKING: Circle of Life Attraction To Close Permanently at Epcot

    The Circle of Life, at the Land Pavilion in Epcot’s Future World, is closing it doors permanently. This circle is complete for this long running attraction which has been educating guests about the environment for more than two decades.

    On Thursday, it was announced that the attraction, which opened on January 21, 1995 will make its last run on February 3, 2018.

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    Shortly after the closure, the space will be used to host the student workshops and other events which are currently housed in the trailer between Germany and Italy. The trailer’s closure could possibly make way for the new rumored Brazil Pavillion in World Showcase.

    The Circle of Life: An Environmental Fable is a 20-minute widescreen film about conservation, with color commentary from the stars of Walt Disney’s The Lion King. Guests laugh and learn as Simba teaches Timon and Pumbaa an important lesson about the environment.

    The Circle of Life features a magical mix of animation and live action. Presented in stunning 70mm footage shot in over 30 countries, this panoramic film provides a wonderful opportunity to introduce youngsters to the concept of eco kindness.

    If you haven’t had a chance to see it in person check out the video below.

  • Magic Kingdom Closed After Reaching Capacity

    Magic Kingdom Closed After Reaching Capacity

    Christmas Day is always super busy at Magic Kingdom as crowds descend on the most magical place on earth. And as expected the park has temporarily closed after reaching capacity Monday.

    Magic Kingdom is currently at a Phase B capacity closure. Disney announced that no new guests will be admitted to the Magic Kingdom until 5:30 p.m. at the earliest.

    UPDATE: All Walt Disney World Parks are currently open to all guests as of 1:20pm.  Keep checking back as they could easily reach capacity again.

    Epcot, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom all remained open to additional guests so those are always a great place to spend some time while your waiting for some space to open back up at Magic Kingdom.

    “Barring unforeseen circumstances, we anticipate Magic Kingdom will reopen by 5:30 p.m. today,” Disney said on its Twitter feed.

    For details on closures, check out our complete list and breakdown of Walt Disney World’s Capacity Closing Procedures.