Walt Disney World to celebrate 50th anniversary with 18-month-long event

The celebration begins Oct. 1.

February 19, 2021, 8:44 AM

Walt Disney World is preparing for its most magical celebration yet!

Disney cast members are celebrating the resort's 50th anniversary with an 18-month-long event.

Sneak Peek of Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom castle for the park's 50th anniversary.
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The parks' most magical celebration on Earth will include the expansion of new entertainment activities and attractions, and to mark the festivities, Magic Kingdom's iconic Cinderella Castle will be transformed with new sparkling embellishments.

In addition, icons in the four theme parks: Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Epcot and Hollywood Studios will transform into Beacons of Magic, by coming to life with their own magical glow.

Illustration of Walt Disney World's Animal Kingdom, which will transform into the park's Beacons of Magic theme, coming to life in its own "ear"idescent glow.
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Illustration of Epcot for Walt Disney World's 50th anniversary, which will transform into its theme, Beacons of Magic.
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Illustration of Walt Disney World Hollywood Studios for the park's 50th anniversary.
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Take a look at some of these amazing illustrations that you can expect to see later this year at the parks.

And, don't miss out on Mickey and Minnie's new custom-made wardrobe.

Mickey and Minnie Mouse show off their new outfits for Walt Disney World's 50th anniversary.
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The celebration will begin on Oct. 1.

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