SEE: Channel 9 gets early ride on TRON Lightcycle / Run at Magic Kingdom
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — We’re less than a month away from the latest family-friendly thrill ride opening at Walt Disney World. But today, Channel 9 got a sneak peek at Tron Lightcycle / Run in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom. Riders enter The Grid and are digitally scanned into Lightcycle / Run. In Magic Kingdom Park, guests can experience the thrill of TRON Lightcycle / Run presented by Enterprise, opening April 4, 2023. READ: Disney announces virtual queue, locker system for TRON Lightcycle / RunThough it’s a fast ride, Disney and PhotoPass are making sure they capture guests’ ride experience with the newest technology.
wftv.comGet energized: new TRON-themed food spot to open in Magic Kingdom
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — As TRON Lightcycle / Run prepares to officially open to the public, a new adjacent food spot will also soon light up Tomorrowland in Magic Kingdom. The kiosk will serve up food and drinks that draw inspiration from the futuristic environment around you, Disney said in a blog post. For a sweet pick-me-up, Energy Bytes will offer Strawberry IceOform – strawberry ice cream mochi, graham crackers and cheesecake foam – and Watermelon Refresher with yuzu and ginger. READ: Iconic Disney Parks treat heading to grocery storesEnergy Bytes will open soon; an official opening date was not announced. TRON Lightcycle / Run is currently hosting a preview for passholders.
wftv.comSEE: TRON Lightcycle / Run canopy officially lights up
Walt Disney World on Monday shared a first look at the TRON Lightcycle / Run canopy officially powered on. READ: Disney announces virtual queue, locker system for TRON Lightcycle / RunWhen Lightcycles whiz by, lights will dance across the conduit, leaving glowing hexagons, Disney said. See photos of the canopy lit up in the gallery below:Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 9 TRON Lightcycle / Run Walt Disney World on Monday shared a first look at the TRON Lightcycle / Run canopy officially powered on. (Walt Disney World/Walt Disney World)PHOTOS: TRON Lightcycle / Run canopy officially lights upTRON Lightcycle / Run opens on April 4, with cast member and passholder previews expected sometime before then. The ride will be the fastest roller coaster at any Disney theme park in the world, Disney said.
wftv.comDisney announces virtual queue, locker system for TRON Lightcycle / Run
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — As TRON Lightcycle / Run revs up to open this Spring at Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World has announced more details about what guests can expect. READ: Start revving up: Here’s when TRON Lightcycle / Run opens at Magic KingdomDisney will also introduce a new double-sided and digitized locker system for guests to store bags and loose items while riding their Lightcycle. TRON Lightcycle / Run opens on April 4, with cast member and passholder previews expected sometime before then. SEE: EPCOT parking lot transformed to reflect popular Disney charactersThe ride, inspired by the 1982 landmark film “TRON” and its 2010 sequel “TRON: Legacy,” will be the fastest roller coaster at any Disney theme park in the world, Disney said. Video: EPCOT International Festival of the Arts begins at Walt Disney World A popular festival returns to Walt Disney World on Friday.
wftv.comEPCOT International Festival of the Arts begins at Walt Disney World
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — A popular festival returns to Walt Disney World on Friday. The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is in full bloom at the theme park. Photos: EPCOT International Festival of the Arts begins at Walt Disney WorldExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 7 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts begins at Walt Disney WorldIt features artists from around the world displaying and selling their work. Read: Walt Disney World announces changes to park reservation system, resort parking, photo downloadsThere are also concerts from Broadway performers and dozens of special food and drink options. Watch: Start revving up: Here’s when TRON Lightcycle / Run opens at Magic KingdomThe festival runs through Feb 20.
wftv.comSunny and nice Wednesday in Central Florida
ORLANDO, Fla. — Central Florida will be sunny and nice on Wednesday. After a chilly start with temperatures in the 30s and 40s, our area will warm up nicely in the afternoon. Read: These nighttime spectaculars will soon return to Walt Disney WorldThe high temperature in Orlando should reach around 74 degrees today. A cold front arrives Thursday night and will bring scattered showers to Central Florida. Read: Start revving up: Here’s when TRON Lightcycle / Run opens at Magic KingdomThe weekend will be colder with lows in the 30s and 40s.
wftv.comPassengers stuck on delayed Amtrak train nearly 29 hours to arrive in Central Florida
SANFORD, Fla. — A nightmare train trip is ending for some Amtrak passengers. Sanford will be the final destination for people who were stuck onboard an Amtrack Auto Train for nearly 29 hours. Photos: Passengers stuck on delayed Amtrak train nearly 29 hours to arrive in Central FloridaExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 11 Passengers stuck on delayed Amtrak train nearly 29 hours to arrive in Central FloridaThe train left a Washington D.C. suburb on Monday and was supposed to arrive Tuesday morning in Central Florida. At one point, the conductor had to assure everyone they weren’t in a hostage situation, and that they were doing everything they could. Channel 9 has a crew working to gather more details and will provide updates on Eyewitness News.
wftv.comThese nighttime spectaculars will soon return to Walt Disney World
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Fan-favorite nighttime spectaculars will soon light up the skies over Walt Disney World again. Disney announced Tuesday that “Happily Ever After” will return to Magic Kingdom again on April 3 with all-new projections down Main Street, U.S.A.“Disney Enchantment,” which was introduced as part of the Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary, will be offered at Magic Kingdom through April 2. READ: Walt Disney World announces changes to park reservation system, resort parking, photo downloadsDisney nighttime spectaculars “EPCOT Forever” will return to World Showcase Lagoon starting April 3. Before then, “EPCOT Forever” will be brought back as an interim show over World Showcase Lagoon starting April 3. “Harmonious,” which also debuted during Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary, will have its final performance on April 2.
wftv.comStart revving up: Here’s when TRON Lightcycle / Run opens at Magic Kingdom
TRON Lightcycle / Run, a family-friendly thrill ride opening near Space Mountain in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom, will officially launch on April 4, Walt Disney World announced Tuesday. READ: Walt Disney World announces changes to park reservation system, resort parking, photo downloads>◎//: Prepare to enter the Grid. TRON Lightcycle/Run opens at Magic Kingdom Park on 04/04/23_Head to the Disney Parks blog to learn more: https://t.co/RkMWsVeOG5 pic.twitter.com/98iMb6LqRB — Walt Disney World (@WaltDisneyWorld) January 10, 2023The ride, inspired by the 1982 landmark film “TRON” and its 2010 sequel “TRON: Legacy,” will be the fastest roller coaster at any Disney theme park in the world, Disney said. The ride’s story picks up after “TRON: Legacy.” Guests will enter a second gateway into a digital realm called The Grid opened by “TRON” character Sam Flynn. When guests enter the queue, they will feel as if they are digitized and transported to the Grid for a special Lightcycle race.
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