Space Mountain, Disney and Magic Kingdom

Disneyland almost got Space Mountain before the Magic Kingdom
Walt Disney wanted to build Space Mountain at Disneyland a decade before the indoor roller coaster forever altered the skyline of the Magic Kingdom a few years after the debut of the Florida theme park. Disney’s Magic Kingdom theme park will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Space Mountain on Wednesday, Jan. 15.
Walt Disney World's Space Mountain turns 50 years old
Space Mountain opened in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World on Jan. 15, 1975. The ride was the first fully-enclosed, dark roller coaster and the first to be controlled by a computer. Following the success of the attraction at Magic Kingdom, Imagineers worked to bring Space Mountain to Disneyland Park in California.
Space Mountain Turns 50 at Magic Kingdom
For fifty years now, guests to Magic Kingdom have had the chance to travel amongst the stars when riding Space Mountain. The iconic Tomorrowland coaster opened on January 15, 1975
Space Mountain to celebrate 50 years in Walt Disney World
Space Mountain in Walt Disney World celebrates 50 years of operation. Initially opening on January 15, 1975, Space Mountain, an indoor steel rollercoaster themed to space travel, has been a staple of Tomorrowland, the area of the Magic Kingdom park where the ride resides.
Space Mountain turns 50: Dark Disney coaster lights the way
A cultural touchstone, the dark ride opened to the public on Jan. 15, 1975, three years and three months after the Magic Kingdom’s debut.
Magic of Milestones: Space Mountain Celebrates 50 Years
Space Mountain, at Walt Disney World! Celebrate the magic of milestones at Walt Disney World this year and reminisce about your own Disney childhood milestones.
Space Mountain Lit Up in Gold for 50th Anniversary
Space Mountain at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom celebrated it’s 50th Anniversary today, and to celebrate the occasion, Disney bathed it in gold light. Guests claim the effect looks more golden in person than in photographs,
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They’re just misunderstood: New Disney Villains show set to take the stage and more
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I'm a Rope Drop Expert, and These Are My Top Tips for Magic Kingdom
Want to rope drop Magic Kingdom? A Disney World expert is sharing their best tips on how to make the most of the exeprience.
This extremely popular Disney World ride shut down for renovations and won’t open again until 2026
The popular Disney World ride Big Thunder Mountain Railroad closed recently and won’t reopen until 2026. The attraction, ...
The Fans Who Turn Visiting Disney World Into An Extreme Sport
The story of the Disney Park obsessives who set out to ride every Disney World ride in a day and started a craze in the ...
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FIRST LOOK at Mary Blair-Inspired Light-Up Costume for Disney Starlight – Magic Kingdom’s New Nighttime Parade
Disney has revealed a first look at a new costume and concept art for the upcoming Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away ...
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World War II veteran gets Magic Kingdom Flag Retreat honor for 100th birthday
Not only was a recent Flag Retreat an honor for U.S. Army Col. William “Bill” Connelly, it added a little extra magic to his ...