Disney Blocks Off Magic Kingdom Spot, Bulldozes Beloved Area

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There’s a shake-up happening at Walt Disney World, and Magic Kingdom fans are definitely feeling it.The park that was once all about nostalgia and timeless charm is now going through one of its most aggressive transformation periods in recent history. Between longtime favorites closing and surprise demolitions taking place, it’s safe to say the landscape of Magic Kingdom is changing fast—and not everyone’s thrilled.Credit: Inside the MagicIn just the past few months, Disney has permanently shut down Rivers of America, Tom Sawyer Island, and the Liberty Belle Riverboat. These weren’t just background attractions—they were the heartbeat of Liberty Square and Frontierland. Now? That entire side of the park feels quiet. A little too quiet.But while guests are still coming to terms with those losses, Disney just dropped another bombshell—on the opposite side of the park.Tomorrowland’s “Cool” Corner Gets BulldozedIf you’ve walked through Tomorrowland recently, you might’ve noticed something strange. The old Cool Ship refreshment kiosk—once a quirky, mist-blasting hangout across from Space Mountain—is completely gone. We’re not talking a simple repaint or temporary closure. The entire area has been flattened.Seriously—Disney pulled out the excavators. The foundation’s been torn up, the surrounding pavement is gone, and there are even trenches dug through the dirt that used to support the iconic red spaceship-topped stand. It’s all behind construction walls now, but that hasn’t stopped fans from peeking over and snapping pictures of the destruction.Credit: DisneyCool Ship originally closed for refurbishment in mid-May, with Disney labeling the closure as temporary. But let’s be honest: when you demolish the whole thing down to bare dirt, that’s not your average popcorn cart update.Recently, @bioreconstruct posted a photo update of the ongoing construction.Construction in Tomorrowland. Seen from PeopleMover. pic.twitter.com/6K1Zd7kylk— bioreconstruct (@bioreconstruct) July 22, 2025What Used to Be Here?Cool Ship wasn’t a major attraction, but it was a fan-favorite. It sold snacks like popcorn, soft drinks, and Mickey ice cream bars, and more importantly, it gave guests a blast of refreshing mist on scorching summer days. Plus, that little spaceship on top? It’s long been rumored to be a leftover prop from a forgotten Disney attraction, though that’s never been officially confirmed.Even if you didn’t stop there often, Cool Ship gave Tomorrowland character. It was quirky, retro-futuristic, and perfectly weird—in that endearing Tomorrowland kind of way.What’s Coming Next To Tomorrowland?Disney hasn’t said. The company is still calling the closure “temporary” and hasn’t shared any concept art or blueprints for what’s replacing Cool Ship. But given the massive overhaul already underway in Tomorrowland, it wouldn’t be surprising if this is part of a bigger reimagining.We already know Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin is closing soon for a complete upgrade, and Astro Orbiter is mid-refurb with new parts being installed. Add in TRON Lightcycle / Run and the whole land is slowly morphing into a sleek, tech-forward version of its old self.Tomorrowland is shedding its jumbled, patchwork vibe and aiming for something more unified. But in doing so, it seems like no corner of the land is safe—not even the ones with mist-blasters and popcorn.Credit: DisneyFans Are DividedSome longtime Disney fans are heartbroken. They’ve been watching too many beloved pieces of the park disappear lately—first Splash Mountain, then the Liberty Belle, now Cool Ship. It’s a lot of change in a short amount of time, and for many, it feels like Disney is erasing the small, quirky spots that made Magic Kingdom feel special.Others are more optimistic. Tomorrowland has long been considered one of the most disjointed areas in the park, and many welcome the cleanup. If the Cool Ship replacement fits the new TRON aesthetic and adds something meaningful to the land, it could be a win.But for now, one thing is clear: Magic Kingdom is entering a new era. And if bulldozers are any indication, it’s not slowing down anytime soon.The post Disney Blocks Off Magic Kingdom Spot, Bulldozes Beloved Area appeared first on Inside the Magic.