Theme Park News Roundup
1. Cinderella’s Castle Is Getting a Classic Makeover!
At the recent Destination D23 event, Disney Imagineers revealed that Cinderella’s Castle at Walt Disney World will be refreshed with a more classic color palette—think shades of gray, cream, soft blue, and shimmering gold—replacing the current pinks and blues for a timeless new look. Though no completion date was announced, this elegant transformation is already lighting up imaginations.
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2. TRON Lightcycle / Run Gets a Movie-Powered Upgrade
Calling all TRON fans! Starting September 15 at Disney World (and the 16th at Shanghai), the Lightcycle Run roller coaster will feature a limited-time “Tron: Ares” overlay with a moody, red-hued design and a soundtrack remix inspired by Nine Inch Nails. If your family loves lights and lightning-fast rides, this one’s extra electrifying!
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3. Win a Dream Disney Vacation with Disney+ Perks
Disney+ subscribers, listen up! You can now enter to win a VIP Walt Disney World Resort vacation—four park hopper tickets, deluxe accommodations, a VIP tour guide, and much more—or score a VIP trip to the 2025 WNBA Finals. The sweepstakes runs through October 2. ✨
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4. A New Tropical Americas Area Arriving at Animal Kingdom
Exciting news for Disney lovers: Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be expanding with a brand-new Tropical Americas area, scheduled to open in 2027! The expansion will include new attractions and a refreshed atmosphere inspired by the lush tropics.
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If you’re planning a Disney trip soon, don’t miss your Disney+ chances to win—just in time to plan ahead! And keep an eye out for day/night photos of TRON: Ares in action—it makes a dazzling addition to any Disney Instagram feed!