First-Ever Villains Land Coming to Disney’s Magic Kingdom Story

First-Ever Villains Land Coming to Disney’s Magic Kingdom

Yes, it’s finally happening! Disney has announced a first-ever Villains Land coming to the Magic Kingdom as part of the “Beyond Big Thunder” expansion in what will be the biggest expansion in park history!

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In this story, we will share everything we know about the upcoming Villains Land including what attractions it will include, where it’s going in the Magic Kingdom and when we can expect it to open.

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Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro made the announcement at the “Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase” during the D23 Expo at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California.

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Once upon a nightmare… A place where poison apples are aplenty and magic potions can ruin your whole day. For all those things hiding in the shadows, it’s time to join them as we lift the veil on a forthcoming Villains Land at Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World.

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The new land will encompass all your dreams- er, nightmares. The space will be home to two major attractions, dining, and shopping on an incredibly twisted grand scale.

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Be prepared, you poor unfortunate souls,” Josh teased. “It’s going to be a fearless new vision for what a Disney experience can be.”

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