Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is about to take a long break.
The Magic Kingdom classic will close for refurbishment in January 2025, and recent permits filed by Walt Disney World reveal that this is no ordinary maintenance job. With an expected reopening in March 2026, this extensive overhaul has fans buzzing with excitement — but also raising questions about what this means for the future of Frontierland itself.
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Big Thunder Mountain is a staple of the Magic Kingdom
