Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad reopens at Magic Kingdom with updates
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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad reopened today at Disney's Magic Kingdom after more than a year of closure for major refurbishments. The ride features new paint, a smoother track, enhanced storytelling, and brighter lighting. Disney Parks shared videos highlighting the changes and a point-of-view ride experience.
Walt Disney World Resort has removed Lightning Lane touchpoints at Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom Park, just days after their installation, as the attraction's major refurbishment nears completion ahead of its May 3, 2026 reopening.
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Disney released a behind-the-scenes video with Imagineers detailing upgrades to Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom ahead of its May 3 reopening, including a smoother new track, updated vehicles, control system, and shimmering Rainbow Caverns.