Everything that happened on a huge news day for Walt Disney World

Jan 10, 2023 in "Magic Kingdom"

Posted: Tuesday January 10, 2023 5:23pm ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

It has been a massive day for the Walt Disney World Resort, with several big announcements from the TRON Lightcycle Run opening date reveal, the opening date of two firework shows, to changes with Disney Park Pass reservations.

Here is a quick rundown of everything you need to know from today.

Disney confirms the opening date for the return of 'Happily Ever After' at Walt Disney World

Disney has today confirmed that the fan-favorite nighttime spectacular "Happily Ever After" returns to Magic Kingdom on April 3 2023. Read more.

EPCOT Forever is confirmed to return to Walt Disney World for a third time in April 2023

Disney has announced that "EPCOT Forever" will return to Walt Disney World as an interim show on April 3 2023. Read more.

TRON Lightcycle Run announced to officially open April 4 2023 at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom

After a series of social media teasers and internet guessing games, Disney has finally announced the official opening date for TRON Lightcycle Run at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom. Read more.

Walt Disney World Passholders will soon be able to visit parks at select times without a Park Pass Reservation

Beginning in the next few months, Walt Disney World Annual Passholders will be able to visit the theme parks after 2 p.m. without needing a park reservation, except on Saturdays and Sundays at Magic Kingdom Park. Pass blockout dates will continue to apply like they do today. Read more.

Walt Disney World to resume complimentary parking at its resort hotels

Effective January 10 2023, Walt Disney World will stop charging guests for overnight parking, and will offer complimentary parking to its hotel guests. Read more.

Disney Genie+ will soon include Disney PhotoPass images taken at attractions in Walt Disney World

Disney is adding more value to its Genie+ offering at Walt Disney World, including free PhotoPass images captured at attractions. Read more.

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