Disney Storybook Circus | 4K HD Stroll | Fantasyland Magic Kingdom | Walt Disney World
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Published: 2021-09-24T04:00:11Z
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Disney Storybook Circus | 4K HD Stroll | Fantasyland Magic Kingdom | Walt Disney World
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Storybook Circus
Part of Fantasyland, Storybook Circus is located at the former site of Mickey’s Toontown Fair, and is based on elements from Dumbo (1941) and the Mickey Mouse universe. Attractions include The Barnstormer and Dumbo the Flying Elephant, which was removed from its former location on January 8, 2012. Also included is the Casey Jr. Splash n’ Soak Station (a water play area themed to Casey Jr., the train from Dumbo). Storybook Circus began soft openings on March 12, 2012, with more parts opening on March 31.
Mickey’s Toontown Fair closed permanently on February 11, 2011, to make way for Storybook Circus. Some elements of Mickey’s Toontown Fair were demolished, and others were re-themed to fit the circus concept. An expanded Dumbo the Flying Elephant ride was built, with an interactive queue, and a second Dumbo ride was built next to it, in order to increase capacity. The Barnstormer at Goofy’s Wiseacre Farm was re-themed to “The Great Goofini”. A big top area was built for meet-and-greets, called Pete’s Silly Sideshow. This attraction features Goofy as a stuntman, Daisy as a fortune-teller, Donald as a snake-charmer, Minnie as a Magician, and Pluto as a special performer. Storybook Circus opened with a “streetmosphere” circus act called The Giggle Gang, which had a two-year run from 2012 until 2014.
As you walk around Storybook Circus, keep an eye on the ground! You’ll notice some very specific “litter” has been added to the pavement below. When Dumbo moved from his original spot near the front of Fantasyland to his new home in Storybook Circus, he was sure to get comfortable! You’ll see his peanut shells all over the ground while you’re walking through the land. Since peanuts are a popular circus snack, this extra touch of theming really adds to the overall details of the land.
Like most of Walt Disney World, Storybook Circus is home to quite a few Hidden Mickeys! If you’re looking to check these off of your list, you’re going to want to pay close attention to the posters throughout the land. From popcorn kernels to clouds and more, you’ll be surprised to see how many Hidden Mickeys you’ll find once you start searching! There’s even one on the ground made from a manhole cover, see keep your eyes peeled.
Before Storybook Circus, this area of Magic Kingdom was occupied by Mickey Mouse and his friends in a land known as Mickey’s Toontown Fair. The land closed on February 11, 2011 to make way for this re-imagined theme, but some elements from the past still remain. The tents that were previously used for character meet and greets and the souvenir shop remain which a re-imagined circus theme. Goofy’s Barnstormer was also originally from Mickey’s Toontown Fair but came back for Storybook Circus when the new land opened!
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