Woman recalls what it was like on Magic Kingdom's opening day in 1971
Lake Mary resident Susan Kroll was actually at Disney's Magic Kingdom on opening day, October 1st, 1971. She shares her story with FOX 35.
Lake Mary resident Susan Kroll was actually at Disney's Magic Kingdom on opening day, October 1st, 1971. She shares her story with FOX 35.
'Remy's Ratatouille Adventure' officially opens at EPCOT
The new ride is based on Disney and Pixar’s beloved Academy Award-winning "Ratatouille."
The new ride is based on Disney and Pixar’s beloved Academy Award-winning "Ratatouille."
'Disney Enchantment' and 'Harmonious' fireworks shows thrill crowds
Walt Disney World Resort offered previews of two new firework shows ahead of the 50th-anniversary festivities set to begin on Friday.
Walt Disney World Resort offered previews of two new firework shows ahead of the 50th-anniversary festivities set to begin on Friday.
'The best place in the world': Original Disney World employee recalls park's early days
Carol Brady was one of the first people hired when the park opened 50 years ago on October 1, 1971, and was even among the cast members and staff on the cover of ‘Life’ magazine that year.
Carol Brady was one of the first people hired when the park opened 50 years ago on October 1, 1971, and was even among the cast members and staff on the cover of ‘Life’ magazine that year.
Disney World cast members who worked in 1971 look down memory lane
Tony, Pam and Forrest have one big thing in common: They were Cast Members on day one of Walt Disney World's grand opening back on Oct. 1, 1971. A half-century later, they still have pixie dust in their lives.
Tony, Pam and Forrest have one big thing in common: They were Cast Members on day one of Walt Disney World's grand opening back on Oct. 1, 1971. A half-century later, they still have pixie dust in their lives.
'It's Disney World': Florida family recalls selling land to Walt Disney
FOX 35 spoke to the Demetree family, who were the original owners of a piece of wetlands that Walt Disney purchased for his Florida project.
FOX 35 spoke to the Demetree family, who were the original owners of a piece of wetlands that Walt Disney purchased for his Florida project.
Busch Gardens announces in-park Chick-fil-A to open Thursday
The food choices at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay are getting an upgrade Thursday. Chick-fil-A is set to open its first Florida theme park location for thrill-seekers looking to satisfy their craving for chicken and waffle fries in between rides.
The food choices at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay are getting an upgrade Thursday. Chick-fil-A is set to open its first Florida theme park location for thrill-seekers looking to satisfy their craving for chicken and waffle fries in between rides.
6-year-old girl died after theme park ride operators failed to buckle her in: report
The ride operators apparently did not notice that the 6-year-old girl was sitting on top of her seatbelts instead of being properly strapped in. The belts had reportedly been buckled during a previous ride when the seat was empty and were not unbuckled when the little girl sat on top of them and ultimately fell to her death.
The ride operators apparently did not notice that the 6-year-old girl was sitting on top of her seatbelts instead of being properly strapped in. The belts had reportedly been buckled during a previous ride when the seat was empty and were not unbuckled when the little girl sat on top of them and ultimately fell to her death.
PHOTOS: 50th anniversary merchandise drops at Disney's Magic Kingdom
Disney World celebrates its 50th anniversary on Oct. 1!
Disney World celebrates its 50th anniversary on Oct. 1!
Disney World workers to march against company vaccine mandate
"We understand that COVID-19 is a very real health concern that we all have to take seriously," said event organizer Nick Caturano, "but many cast members have a legitimate basis for refusing vaccination."
"We understand that COVID-19 is a very real health concern that we all have to take seriously," said event organizer Nick Caturano, "but many cast members have a legitimate basis for refusing vaccination."
'True gentleman': 4-year-old tips his hat to Disney princesses during parade
On a recent trip to Walt Disney World, 4-year-old Bernardo was seen tipping his hat to every Disney princess passing by at a Magic Kingdom parade. His mom says her son is "Disney's true prince."
On a recent trip to Walt Disney World, 4-year-old Bernardo was seen tipping his hat to every Disney princess passing by at a Magic Kingdom parade. His mom says her son is "Disney's true prince."
Adventure Island water park to stay open year-round with heated pools
When the temperatures dip in Tampa, guests will still be able to enjoy the lazy river, water slides and pools – all thanks to new heaters that the park says will keep water temperatures comfortable any time of year.
When the temperatures dip in Tampa, guests will still be able to enjoy the lazy river, water slides and pools – all thanks to new heaters that the park says will keep water temperatures comfortable any time of year.
Disney World annual passes are back on sale: Cost, benefits and more
The theme park resort halted the sale of new annual passes during the pandemic, but announced last month that they would be available for purchase once again starting Sept. 8 – which some changes.
The theme park resort halted the sale of new annual passes during the pandemic, but announced last month that they would be available for purchase once again starting Sept. 8 – which some changes.
Busch Gardens closes for the rest of Wednesday due to rainy weather
Busch Gardens plans to reopen Thursday morning.
Busch Gardens plans to reopen Thursday morning.
Walt Disney World announces date that annual passes will go on sale
On the Walt Disney World website, the theme park company announced when Walt Disney World annual passes will go back on sale.
On the Walt Disney World website, the theme park company announced when Walt Disney World annual passes will go back on sale.
Walt Disney World reaches vaccination agreement with union workers
Walt Disney World will now require union employees as well as non-union and salaried workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to keep their jobs at the theme park.
Walt Disney World will now require union employees as well as non-union and salaried workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to keep their jobs at the theme park.
New details on Disney's upcoming 'Princess and the Frog' attraction revealed
The ‘Splash Mountain’ attraction at Walt Disney World and Disneyland is being re-themed to ‘The Princess and the Frog.'
The ‘Splash Mountain’ attraction at Walt Disney World and Disneyland is being re-themed to ‘The Princess and the Frog.'
SeaWorld Orlando announces when new coaster, 'Ice Breaker' will open
The attraction reportedly features four launches, both backward and forward, culminating in a reverse launch into the steepest vertical drop in Florida.
The attraction reportedly features four launches, both backward and forward, culminating in a reverse launch into the steepest vertical drop in Florida.
Busch Gardens says Iron Gwazi roller coaster to open March 2022 after 2-year pandemic delay
The theme park began test runs on the hybrid wood-steel ride back in March of 2020, and was set to officially open their 10th roller coaster that spring -- but the pandemic brought those plans to a screeching halt.
The theme park began test runs on the hybrid wood-steel ride back in March of 2020, and was set to officially open their 10th roller coaster that spring -- but the pandemic brought those plans to a screeching halt.
Peppa Pig offers sneak peek at new Winter Haven theme park
Peppa Pig, a wildly popular porcine with her own TV show and videos, showed up Thursday at what will be the Peppa Pig Theme Park in Winter Haven.
Peppa Pig, a wildly popular porcine with her own TV show and videos, showed up Thursday at what will be the Peppa Pig Theme Park in Winter Haven.