Big Thunder Mountain Reopens With Lower Height Requirement
10 articles • Started 3 months ago • Last updated 3 months ago
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Disney World reopened Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom on April 8 with a lowered height requirement, allowing younger guests to experience the popular roller coaster. The attraction, which had closed for modifications, returned weeks ahead of schedule with the revised accessibility rule. Disney did not publicly specify the exact new height threshold, but the change prompted increased interest among families visiting the park, potentially affecting wait times for the ride.
Wednesday, April 08, 2026
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New Magic Coming to Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Disney World
Disney Parks Blog
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BREAKING: Disney lowers height requirement of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Attractions Magazine
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Disney World Lowers Height Requirement for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Chip and Company
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Thursday, April 09, 2026
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Disney Announces Rule Change for Popular Magic Kingdom Ride
Disney Food Blog
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Saturday, April 11, 2026
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Sunday, April 12, 2026
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Disney Just Made a Move That Could Ease Magic Kingdom Wait Times
Inside the Magic
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