Disney World Railroad

Disney World Railroad opened December 16, 2023, so anyone whose last trip predates that has never seen it.

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Disney World Railroad opened December 16, 2023, so anyone whose last trip predates that has never seen it. Today: Running again around the park

Then / Now / Next

How it changed

Then

Closed since 2018 for TRON construction

Now

Running again around the park

Nothing further announced for this one.

Timeline

Why it matters

The steam train circle tour returned after a five-year closure.

Records

2023
Walt Disney World Railroad reopened
The steam train circle tour returned after a five-year closure.
2022
Walt Disney World Railroad returned
The grand circle tour resumed with a new route and narration.
2018
Walt Disney World Railroad paused for TRON construction
The railroad stopped circling the park for four years.

Context · 2023

Magic Kingdom
TRON Lightcycle / Run opened
A high-speed indoor coaster in Tomorrowland and the biggest Magic Kingdom addition in years.
Magic Kingdom
Splash Mountain closed permanently
The log flume closed for good and was rebuilt as Tiana's Bayou Adventure.
EPCOT
CommuniCore Hall and Plaza opened
A new event and festival venue replaced dormant Innoventions buildings.
Hollywood Studios
Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser opened and closed
The immersive Star Wars hotel ran for only about 18 months.
Magic Kingdom
Happily Ever After returned after Enchantment
The fireworks line-up swapped back after a two-year run of Enchantment.
EPCOT
Harmonious replaced then retired
EPCOT cycled through two nighttime shows in three years.

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