Disney World's 50th Anniversary Celebration Details
Walt Disney World Is Turning 50 in October, and It's Planning an 18-Month-Long Celebration
Walt Disney World is hitting a huge milestone later this year as the sprawling theme park resort turns 50 years old! A lot has changed at Walt Disney World since Magic Kingdom Park first opened on Oct. 1, 1971, including building three more theme parks, two water parks, dozens of hotels, and an entertainment district. To celebrate its special birthday, Disney has shared a first look at the planned celebrations, and let's just say it looks incredible.
If you're not keen on traveling yet, don't worry. The official kickoff date for the "The World's Most Magical Celebration" is Oct. 1, and the event will last 18 months, meaning there will be plenty of time for things to get much safer in order to travel in 2022 and even into the beginning of 2023. As part of the anniversary party, Disney will be decorating each park with touches of "EARidescent" colors, as seen on Mickey and Minnie's new party outfits. This new color will likely make its way onto new merchandise and food and drink options too.
Keep reading to see some more of what guests can expect to see at all four Walt Disney World theme parks starting Oct. 1.
