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Crews are getting ready to test one of the roller coaster trains of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom after replacing the track.
A Walt Disney World Resort guest recently spotted something disturbing near the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad construction site.
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — A ride paying tribute to our country’s fallen heroes is preparing for its final ride. The 25th Smoky Mountain Thunder Memorial Ride will take place on May 25 at the ...
A new Notice of Commencement has been filed for the ongoing refurbishment of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom, and it comes with a notable change: an extended expiration date of April 15 ...
A dumpster is flying over Big Thunder Mountain Railroad again as construction continues on the Magic Kingdom ride.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has officially closed for a year-long refurbishment, reopening with “enhancements” in 2026. As we head into 2025, there are quite a few changes to expect coming ...
As of today, January 6, 2025, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has officially closed at Magic Kingdom to begin its long-planned refurbishment. The classic Frontierland coaster, known as the “wildest ride ...
Over at Magic Kingdom, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will close on Jan. 6, 2025, for an extended refurbishment.
Disney World's popular Big Thunder Mountain Railroad ride will temporarily close this coming January, and the attraction won't open again until 2026. The extended closure for the Magic Kingdom ...
Disney World's Big Thunder Mountain Railroad to close for at least 1 year The Magic Kingdom park ride will close in January 2025 for refurbishment.
Walt Disney World in Orlando announced the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will close for a year of renovations starting January 6, 2025.