These are delightful and unique character interactions and the imagineering that went into this area of the park is absolutely magical. All the elements of toontown were either destroyed or recycled to fit the new big top circus theme. Storybook circus is taken right out of dumbo the flying elephant. And while youre at it, heres some magic kingdom captions to save for your disney vacation too. Storybook circus hot dogs is located in the back of storybook circus near the entrance to petes silly sideshow. Dec 11, 2019 reports are coming in about a possible fire that occurred last night at storybook circus inside magic kingdom park at the walt disney world resort. Details attractions barnstormer rollercoaster dumbo casey jr splash n soak station walt disney world railroad petes silly sideshow shopping big top souvenirs dining storybook circus hot. Storybook circus dumbos circus comes to fantasyland. Ladies and gentlemen, children of all ages, new fantasyland is proud to present the storybook circus giggle gang.
Lets find out with my top 5 things to love about storybook circus in the magic kingdom. Five reasons not to miss storybook circus at the magic. The storybook circus giggle gang performs several times each day in and around the storybook circus section of fantasyland. Jun 14, 2011 a new look at storybook circus at magic kingdom park by jennifer fickleybaker, editorial content manager, walt disney world resort i know its going to be a great week on the disney parks blog when i get to start by posting a new fantasyland update. Extensive damage is being reported and the area is. The great goofinis barnstormer is the successor to the barnstormer at goofys wiseacre farm which closed in february. Opened in 2012, storybook circus replaced the former mickeys toontown fair land. The first phase of the new storybook circus area of fantasyland soft opened to guests. The new fantasyland project began at magic kingdom in 2010, which brought big changes to a large portion of the park. Sep 03, 2017 live recording of the background music loop in the storybook circus section of the fantasyland area at disneys magic kingdom, fl.
Extensive damage is being reported and the area is continue reading fire in storybook circus at magic. Construction underway in storybook circus at the magic. A new look at storybook circus at magic kingdom park. Dec 11, 2019 several disney websites are reporting a fire occurred in storybook circus at magic kingdom last night which has disrupted entertainment and merchandise locations in the area.
At storybook circus in magic kingdom park, our masters of mirth tickle your funny bone with a whirlwind of wackiness. After inquiring with a cast member about the reason for the closure, we were told that dumbo had a pool party that got a tad out of hand so there is a bit of cleanup to do. This portion of fantasyland is perfect for children ages five and under with the attractions being geared more toward that target age. Sep 26, 2019 im sharing a disney world magic kingdom outfit thats perfect for storybook circus land. Come one, come all to hear the tale of the humble beginnings and details often overlooked in storybook circus at magic kingdom in walt disney world. Magic kingdom park is a theme park at the walt disney world resort in bay lake, florida, near orlando, florida. The storybook circus giggle gang debuted in early december 2012, to coincide with the grand opening of the new fantasyland area in magic kingdom. Dumbo, the barnstormer, fantasyland train station, and a coming soon casey jr splash n soak station are all included. Disney news, disney parks, featured, magic kingdom, news, snacks tagged with. Along with todays soft opening of storybook circus, the magic kingdom issued a new map to guests featuring the new area. Where do you want to virtually take a walk at walt disney world.
Disney world magic kingdom outfit idea storybook circus. New magic kingdom map including storybook circus photo 1. It is located in the storybook circus section of the magic kingdom at the walt disney world resort. Guests spending their day in magic kingdom today may have noticed an addition to the shrubbery in the storybook circus themed area. Articles related to the storybook circus subarea of magic kingdoms fantasyland. A new look at storybook circus at magic kingdom park disney. It will typically close one hour before the park closes. Dec 11, 2019 the fire reportedly took place in big top souvenirs, which is a gift shop within storybook circus, and the damage is said to be quite extensive. History talk 0 articles related to the storybook circus subarea of magic kingdoms. Tomorrowland to storybook circus path at magic kingdom has closed for tron construction.
Photo storybook circus on new magic kingdom park map today. Today im happy to share new details on the storybook circus area thats planned as part of the new fantasyland expansion at magic kingdom. Mar 06, 2020 lets find out with my top 5 things to love about storybook circus in the magic kingdom. The park was initialized by walt disney and designed by wed enterprises. Big top souvenirs and petes silly sideshow, located in the heart of the magic kingdoms storybook circus in walt disney world, closed suddenly late last week.
After inquiring with a cast member about the reason for the closure, we were told that dumbo had a pool party that got a tad out of hand so there is a bit of. Tucked away in the northeast corner of the magic kingdom is storybook circus. Get ready for laughter and lunacy with the storybook. Jan 28, 2020 an exact list of the snacks at magic kingdom that will give you the best disney dining plan value. Magic kingdom guests blink back in amazement at the scene. Storybook circus is located in the back region of magic kingdom where the outskirts reach the fantasyland railroad station. Storybook circus was inspired by the classic disney animated film dumbo. These snacks at magic kingdom maximize your dining plan value. To give you a taste of the magic that awaits at storybook circus here are 6 reasons why we are huge fans. Magic kingdom storybook circus live bgm loop youtube. Articles related to the storybook circus subarea of magic kingdom s fantasyland. Not only are two dumbos, side by side, unprecedented for a disney park anywhere in the world, they even fly in opposite directions. A miniland that is part of new fantasyland and pays tribute to the classic film, dumbo. Reports are coming in about a possible fire that occurred last night at storybook circus inside magic kingdom park at the walt disney world resort.
While most guests end up breaking even on the cost of food bought outright, we have a few diehard experts here at wdw magazine including yours truly that know exactly how to stretch those dining plan ddp credits to actually save money. Tags storybook circus refurbishment magic kingdom magic kingdom construction. Storybook circus is just one part of the multiyear, largest expansion of fantasyland in magic kingdom history. Guests spending their day in magic kingdom today may have noticed an addition to the shrubbery in the storybook circus themed area of the park. In magic kingdom park, the main street philharmonic marches on main street, u. There is limited merchandise specific to the other attractions, including a storybook circus tshirt. Main street philharmonic storybook circus walt disney world. Storybook circus is also home to the fantasyland station of the walt disney world railroad. These snacks at magic kingdom maximize your dining plan. The barnstormer featuring the great goofini is the successor to the barnstormer at goofys wiseacre farm which closed in february 2011 as part of the. A miniland that is part of new fantasyland and pays tribute to.
What could be better than the most classic of all disney rides. Wdwmousing chapter 24 magic kingdom new fantasyland. Storybook circus is a miniland, located in fantasyland at the magic kingdom. Giggle gang clowns storybook circus magic kingdom allears. Dumbo the flying elephant was one of the original attractions when the magic kingdom opened in 1971. Fire in storybook circus displaces character meet and greets. Today we are taking an indepth glance at the hidden gems you can find within the land reimagined and based on the disney animated classic film. Big top souvenirs in storybook circus at magic kingdom. Magic kingdom park is a theme park at walt disney world resort featuring classic attractions, enchanting fireworks, musical parades and disney characters.
On march 12, 2012, walt disney world opened the first phase of storybook. It was modified from the disneyland version, which had 10 elephants, to include 16 vehicles. Today im happy to share new details on the storybook circus area thats planned as part of the new fantasyland expansion at magic kingdom park with all the updates weve done on the royal side of the fantasyland expansion beasts castle, maurices. Part of the new fantasyland expansion at magic kingdom theme park, storybook circus invites you to explore a lively world inspired by the disney animated film dumbo. Today we are taking an indepth glance at the hidden gems you can find within the land reimagined and. This area of the theme park takes its inspiration from the classic film dumbo and its major draw is of course the dumbo the flying elephant attraction. Fire in magic kingdom s storybook circus displaces. Get the dfb newsletter sign up to receive news, tips, offers and other great disney food information. Storybook circus opening day highlights at magic kingdom, walt. Today at magic kingdom, we stopped by big top souvenirs the gift shop near the dumbo the flying elephant attraction in storybook circus and it remains closed due to flooding. Work on the tron roller coaster has started to ramp up, with the walt disney world railroad closing down today and the tomorrowland speedway due to shut down after the first of the year to make way for the new ride.
The theming in this are of the park is top notch with its circus aesthetic complete with intricate designs. Full tour of storybook circus at the magic kingdom youtube. We provide you with daily news from the walt disney world theme parks and beyond. Jan 07, 2017 where do you want to virtually take a walk at walt disney world. Saturday stroll around storybook circus magic kingdom. Overnight fire in storybook circus wdwmagic unofficial. Live recording of the background music loop in the storybook circus section of the fantasyland area at disneys magic kingdom, fl. One of those major changes was the closing of toontown fair to make way for storybook circus. Our touringplans subscription was a lifesaver on our trip. The evolution of storybook circus at magic kingdom. My favorite things to do are knit at disney and eat tacos. The extremely wellthemed storybook circus area of fantasyland in disney worlds magic kingdom can be easy to miss. Opened in 2012, storybook circus replaced the former mickeys toontown fair.
Im sharing a disney world magic kingdom outfit thats perfect for storybook circus land. According to cast members, a fire broke out at big top souvenirs which is a merchandise location in the land. Several disney websites are reporting a fire occurred in storybook circus at magic kingdom last night which has disrupted entertainment and merchandise locations in the area. Big top souvenirs and petes silly sideshow, located in the heart of the magic kingdoms storybook circus in walt disney world, were closed today. When visiting magic kingdom, be sure to head back to storybook circus for its abundant details, vibrant colors, and attractions featuring. What was the one thing that storybook circus was missing. Possible fire at magic kingdom closes gift shop in. Mike blog mickey characters would tend to be found meeting in petes silly sideshow are meeting periodically outside the near the restrooms. One of the busiest days of the year, and we never waited longer than 20 minutes. Owned and operated by the walt disney company through its parks, experiences and products division, the park opened on october 1, 1971, as the first of four theme parks at the resort. The storybook circus gift shop has gifts for sale not found anywhere else in disney parks. Get ready for laughter and lunacy with the storybook circus. This new addition flew in overnight near the dumbo the flying elephant attraction. The storybook circus giggle gang is a troupe of circus clowns inspired by the traveling circus acts and sideshows of the late 19th century, as well as classic films like walt disneys dumbo.
Take a stroll around storybook circus at disneys magic kingdom in this weeks saturday stroll. Saturday stroll around storybook circus magic kingdom youtube. Splash n soak station is a splash pad area in storybook circus at magic kingdom. Entertainment located in fantasyland at magic kingdom park. Now, the pathway behind the tomorrowland speedway that runs from tomorrowland to storybook circus has been completely closed as well. Filled with bright colors, circus posters and lively music, you will really feel like you just. Those looking for hot dogs should check out liberty square market, cosmic rays starlight cafe in tomorrowland, or caseys corner on main street usa. Hidden gems of storybook circus at magic kingdom theme park. Fire in storybook circus at magic kingdom affects character. This area will open 45 minutes after park opening, unless the magic kingdom has extra magic hours and during busy holiday seasons. Storybook circus is one of two areas that together make up new fantasyland at the magic kingdom the other is the enchanted forest located in the space that used to house mickeys toontown fair, it continues that former lands focus on little kids, through a rethemed ride, a moved ride, a character meet and greet area, and a play area. Hidden gems of storybook circus at magic kingdom theme. Thats the circusthemed area in fantasyland where youll find the classic dumbo ride.
Splash n soak station brings the circus to new fantasyland with a water play area where monkeys, elephants and giraffes splash along with guests. Joining dumbo, the flying elephant and barnstormer featuring the great goofini, casey jr. However, those looking to indulge in more of the old. The giggle gang storybook circus dads guide to wdw. Disney world magic kingdom outfit storybook circusinspired. New magic kingdom map including storybook circus photo 1 of 1. According to cast members weve spoken with, there was a fire in storybook circus last night that has led to some entertainment changes today as crews assess the full scope of the damage. As you can see in the photo below, storybook circus is closed off to the public, and the fire, which reportedly occurred overnight, has been contained. These silly clowns are going to bring a real circus atmosphere to disney world. Storybook circus fantasyland magic kingdom walt disney world. When you walk into the circus, youre walking back in time, back to the 1940s to the big top and the big show. I know its going to be a great week on the disney parks blog when i get to start by posting a new fantasyland update. Main street philharmonic storybook circus walt disney world resort.