What attractions were open when Magic Kingdom debuted in 1971?
Several attractions at Magic Kingdom were open on October 1st, 1971. Many of them are still operating to this day. Here's information about each one.
Several attractions at Magic Kingdom were open on October 1st, 1971. Many of them are still operating to this day. Here's information about each one.
Woman recalls what it was like on Magic Kingdom's opening day in 1971
Lake Mary resident Susan Kroll was actually at Disney's Magic Kingdom on opening day, October 1st, 1971. She shares her story with FOX 35.
Lake Mary resident Susan Kroll was actually at Disney's Magic Kingdom on opening day, October 1st, 1971. She shares her story with FOX 35.
'Remy's Ratatouille Adventure' officially opens at EPCOT
The new ride is based on Disney and Pixar’s beloved Academy Award-winning "Ratatouille."
The new ride is based on Disney and Pixar’s beloved Academy Award-winning "Ratatouille."
'It's Disney World': Florida family recalls selling land to Walt Disney
FOX 35 spoke to the Demetree family, who were the original owners of a piece of wetlands that Walt Disney purchased for his Florida project.
FOX 35 spoke to the Demetree family, who were the original owners of a piece of wetlands that Walt Disney purchased for his Florida project.
Disney World cast members who worked in 1971 look down memory lane
Tony, Pam and Forrest have one big thing in common: They were Cast Members on day one of Walt Disney World's grand opening back on Oct. 1, 1971. A half-century later, they still have pixie dust in their lives.
Tony, Pam and Forrest have one big thing in common: They were Cast Members on day one of Walt Disney World's grand opening back on Oct. 1, 1971. A half-century later, they still have pixie dust in their lives.
Video of Six Flags America Fright Fest chaos, violence prompts Prince George's County police probe
Chaos and violence erupted at Six Flags America in Prince George's County Saturday night causing the annual Fright Fest to shut down early.
Chaos and violence erupted at Six Flags America in Prince George's County Saturday night causing the annual Fright Fest to shut down early.
6-year-old girl died after theme park ride operators failed to buckle her in: report
The ride operators apparently did not notice that the 6-year-old girl was sitting on top of her seatbelts instead of being properly strapped in. The belts had reportedly been buckled during a previous ride when the seat was empty and were not unbuckled when the little girl sat on top of them and ultimately fell to her death.
The ride operators apparently did not notice that the 6-year-old girl was sitting on top of her seatbelts instead of being properly strapped in. The belts had reportedly been buckled during a previous ride when the seat was empty and were not unbuckled when the little girl sat on top of them and ultimately fell to her death.
Disney World workers to march against company vaccine mandate
"We understand that COVID-19 is a very real health concern that we all have to take seriously," said event organizer Nick Caturano, "but many cast members have a legitimate basis for refusing vaccination."
"We understand that COVID-19 is a very real health concern that we all have to take seriously," said event organizer Nick Caturano, "but many cast members have a legitimate basis for refusing vaccination."
'True gentleman': 4-year-old tips his hat to Disney princesses during parade
On a recent trip to Walt Disney World, 4-year-old Bernardo was seen tipping his hat to every Disney princess passing by at a Magic Kingdom parade. His mom says her son is "Disney's true prince."
On a recent trip to Walt Disney World, 4-year-old Bernardo was seen tipping his hat to every Disney princess passing by at a Magic Kingdom parade. His mom says her son is "Disney's true prince."
6-year-old dies on thrill ride at Colorado amusement park
A 6-year-old girl died on a ride at a Colorado amusement park on Sunday night.
A 6-year-old girl died on a ride at a Colorado amusement park on Sunday night.
Cedar Point accident report claims L-shaped bracket that hit Michigan woman was part of train
The condition of the victim has not been reported. But body-camera footage from police recorded the woman screaming before being taken to the hospital.
The condition of the victim has not been reported. But body-camera footage from police recorded the woman screaming before being taken to the hospital.
Killer whale at SeaWorld San Diego dies unexpectedly
A killer whale died suddenly at SeaWorld San Diego and the reason was not immediately known, the aquarium and theme park said Friday.
A killer whale died suddenly at SeaWorld San Diego and the reason was not immediately known, the aquarium and theme park said Friday.
Cedar Point closes ride for rest of 2021 after woman is injured
The Ohio roller coaster's next inspection was planned for September.
The Ohio roller coaster's next inspection was planned for September.
2 orphaned manatees being nursed at SeaWorld Orlando
Life without a mom isn’t easy. These calves have a lot of growing to do before they are healthy enough to be released back into the wild.
Life without a mom isn’t easy. These calves have a lot of growing to do before they are healthy enough to be released back into the wild.
Disney Genie, Lightning Lane: Disneyland reveals FastPass, MaxPass replacements
Disneyland and Disney World have retired FastPass and MaxPass for two new services: Disney Genie and Lightning Lane.
Disneyland and Disney World have retired FastPass and MaxPass for two new services: Disney Genie and Lightning Lane.
Wild Florida welcomes 2 baby albino gators to the world
The baby albinos are said to be in the back right now receiving care but they will soon be out in exhibit two for Wild Florida guests to enjoy.
The baby albinos are said to be in the back right now receiving care but they will soon be out in exhibit two for Wild Florida guests to enjoy.
Disney announces 'Very Merriest After Hours' event: How to get tickets
‘Disney Very Merriest After Hours’ will take place on 24 select nights Nov. 8 through Dec. 21 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
‘Disney Very Merriest After Hours’ will take place on 24 select nights Nov. 8 through Dec. 21 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Disneyland announces 'Magic Key' tier system, replacing annual passholder program
Disneyland Tuesday announced a four-tier “Magic Key” program that will replace its annual passholder program.
Disneyland Tuesday announced a four-tier “Magic Key” program that will replace its annual passholder program.
Peppa Pig theme park set to open in Winter Haven in 2022
Anyone who has young children knows the popularity of Peppa Pig, but you know a character has reached true stardom when they get their own theme park. Now kids can experience the world of Peppa Pig in person at a new theme park in Winter Haven.
Anyone who has young children knows the popularity of Peppa Pig, but you know a character has reached true stardom when they get their own theme park. Now kids can experience the world of Peppa Pig in person at a new theme park in Winter Haven.
Disney issues vaccine mandate for all salary, non-union hourly employees in the U.S.
Disney has informed its employees and Cast Members that the company will require all salaried and non-union hourly employees in the U.S. working at any of the company's sites to be fully vaccinated.
Disney has informed its employees and Cast Members that the company will require all salaried and non-union hourly employees in the U.S. working at any of the company's sites to be fully vaccinated.