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Main Street, U.S.A. Refurbishment Progress Shows New Brickwork at Disneyland

As we recently reported Main Street, U.S.A., at Disneyland park is currently undergoing a refurbishment and the progress they are making looks quite beautiful. And while the Disneyland Horses are currently on a vacation we are getting a first look at some of the beautiful new brickwork.

While the horse-drawn streetcar track is replaced in its entirety for the first time. This complete replacement has also incorporated new brickwork along the length of this iconic thoroughfare, and today now we have a first look at this gorgeous enhancement as the sections around Town Square and Central Plaza (also known as the Hub) have been revealed!

The pieces of original track remaining prior to this refurbishment are being salvaged and preserved, and the previously updated pieces of track are being recycled. One thing is for sure, Donald obviously thinks it’s great!

February 25, 2018
Disneyland Horses Kick Up Their Hooves During Main Street, U.S.A. Enhancements

The horse-drawn streetcar track on Main Street, U.S.A., will be replaced in its entirety. This will temporarily pause the operation of all Main Street, U.S.A. vehicles, giving the Disneyland horses a little break.

They will be “on vacation” while enhancements are made on Main Street, U.S.A. Can’t you just picture these equine beauties living it up poolside, wearing sunglasses and floppy hats, cooling their hooves in a wading pool and sipping refreshing beverages from very long straws.

Turns out, a vacation for a horse is very different than a vacation for people. Take a look at this Disney Parks video to see exactly how they are spending their vacation.

In the absence of regular shifts on Main Street, U.S.A., these four-legged cast members are following their usual routines in order to keep fit—both physically and mentally. Each horse has a schedule for grooming, bathing, driving, riding and ground work. However, they do have more time for play, which is an important part of being a horse. Horses, after all, are herd animals and it’s important for their well-being that they have time to be together.

One way in which this is accomplished is through “turn-outs,” which is the horsey term for “playdates.” The horses are turned out in an enclosed arena, in groups of three or four, and they run together, kick up their heels and just move as a herd. Inevitably, each horse will find that perfect spot of ground on which to roll over and stretch their back and legs. Total relaxation, equine style. Maybe our vacations aren’t so different after all.

Disneyland’s refurbished Main Street U.S.A. is expected to reopen in late winter.

February 1, 2018
Dumbo and Main Street Vehicles Close for Refurbishment

A temporary closure for two of Disneyland original attractions start Monday as they undergo refurbishment. Dumbo the Flying Elephant and the horse-drawn streetcar track on Main Street, U.S.A. are both getting an update.

The horse-drawn streetcar track on Main Street, U.S.A., will be replaced in its entirety. This will temporarily pause the operation of all Main Street, U.S.A. vehicles.

While sections of the Main Street, U.S.A., track have been replaced before, this the first complete replacement. The modifications will incorporate new brickwork that will enhance the look of the iconic thoroughfare. The pieces of original track that remain today will be salvaged and preserved, and the previously updated pieces of track will be recycled.

Also, Dumbo the Flying Elephant is receiving a new queue location. Were not talking New Fantasyland queues here, but it will increase guest comfort and accessibility.

The attraction will close temporarily to move the location of its queue and erect a new shade structure. The attraction will also be up to its “ears” in fresh paint!

Refurbishment is a common practice that Disney performs periodically to keep their attractions fresh and up to date. Main Street, U.S.A., vehicles and Dumbo the Flying Elephant will reopen in late winter and early spring, respectively.

January 8, 2018