The 50th Anniversary of the opening of Walt Disney World is right around the corner. Who would have thought that one man by the name of Walt Disney would create a mammoth empire that focuses on the joys and entertainment of both children and adults. With the celebration only one week away, how else would I start this blog about Disney than to give an update on what to expect.
"Disney World 1971" by fivequinns is licensed under CC BY 2.0
But before we go forward, lets go back to 1971. On October 1st, 1971, Roy Disney-brother of Walt Disney- helped establish the legacy of Walt Disney with the opening of Disney World. This was one of Roy’s last projects before he passed away in December of 1971. Magic Kingdom was just the start to what would be one of the most influential parks for anyone to visit. Now looking forward 50 years into the present. Now in Walt Disney World, you go can see animals from different continents, go to the planet of Batuu, become a toy for a day, and also try some food and drinks from all over the world in the area of 25 THOUSAND acres!
The Most Magical Celebration Begins
On October 1st, 2021, the start of what is being called the "Most Magical Celebration" will commence. An 18-month long party celebrating the 50th Anniversary will be taking place with a whole list of new outfits, theming, and entertainment events. There is something new happening at each park. The theme of this years celebration is EARidescent. EARidescent is lustrous with pastels, that change as you move. There are already so many different merchandise seen through the World Of Disney Store as seen in this tiktok. At each of the Disney Parks, the landmark attractions will be transformed into the Beacons of Magic. Before I get ahead of my self, lets take a look at each individual park. And lastly, we get to see 50 character statues.
Magic Kingdom
Now moving onto the Individual Parks, starting with the beginning of it all
Magic Kingdom. At Magic Kingdom, there is already a lot of decorations up, from banners to Cinderella Carriages for the fall season. The Castle is even decorated for the occasion!
Speaking of the EARidescent colors...we get to see Mickey and his friends in their EARidescent outfits for the Mickey Celebration Cavalcade. Ending the night each night will be the new nighttime spectacular Disney's Enchantment.
.Animal Kingdom
At Animal Kingdom the Tree of Life will be lit for the Beacons of Magic. The tree will be lit with the EARidescent colors symbolizing the "The Most Magical Celebration". But also for the 50th Celebration will be KiteTails, an extravagant Display of kites of our favorite Disney Animals from Simba to Baloo. I am excited to witness these Kites on my trip, but that won’t be for a while!
EPCOT
The Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow will be getting many new things for the 50th Anniversary. There are already different banners up around the park. The Beacon of Magic for EPCOT will be no other than our favorite "Golf Ball", Spaceship Earth. From new food to even new rides. Before the start of the Celebration, Space 220 opened. A futuristic restaurant that would take you on an elevator up and see the world in a new way. With futuristic cuisine at your fingertips, this will be a restaurant I would love to try sometime in the future!
Now for rides that are opening for the 50th Anniversary, there is a plenty of news. Starting off with the ride featuring one of our other favorite mice, Remy. Yes! Remy's Ratatouille Adventure will be opening at the very start of the celebration. This ride will take you on a "culinary adventure". The other ride that will be opening during the Celebration might feature our favorite racoon and tree: Rocket and Groot. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will be opening in 2022.
And finally, EPCOT will be Debuting a new Night time spectacular known as Harmonious. This nighttime spectacular will also be debuting October 1st.
Hollywood Studios
The only thing I must report for Hollywood studios is that there are banners and decorations up for the celebration. And the Beacon of Magic will be no other than the Tower of Terror. As more events and entertainment become apparent, I will let you know.
The 50th Celebration begins on Friday October 1st and will go on for 18 months until March 2023. I am excited to see what is about to happen. I cannot wait for my trip to see everything up front and center! What is something you are excited to see during the 50th Celebration?
Edited: For my posts, I want to have a question, and I also forgot to add in content about the character statues around the parks.
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