We’re about to see a classic Magic Kingdom attraction change in 2024!
Are you prepared for the changes coming to Disney World?
Now, there were all kinds of updates and changes that Disney announced at this year’s Destination D23 event, and changes can be good or bad, but this particular change is the source of a lot of controversy!
So, let’s cut right to it. Not everyone has been thrilled to find out that Disney has announced that a NEW SHOW is coming to Country Bear Jamboree in Magic Kingdom. In 2024, the beloved bears will be learning an all-new act — they’ll sing their usual songs in new styles like country, rockabilly, and bluegrass.
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This new show, Country Bear Musical Jamboree, will be a take on the classic variety shows found in Nashville, Tennessee, and Nashville musicians are involved in the new arrangements. A Disney Imagineer has shared, “… the show will still have the fun and friendly tone that we all love about the Country Bears.”
So what’s the big deal?
Well, as you know, the Country Bear Jamboree has been a little gem tucked away in Frontierland at the Magic Kingdom since Disney World opened its doors in 1971. In fact, this is one of the last attractions that Walt Disney was personally involved in creating.
Country Bear Jamboree
And that’s really the crux of it. We’re talking about memories. It’s not a flashy, thrill ride of an attraction that draws long lines. What it’s got is nostalgia. It’s like stepping back in time to a simpler, more wholesome era, and lots of fans remember it fondly.
We love the Country Bears!
Time and again, we have seen that Disney is in the business of progress. But, we understand that while it probably wasn’t at the top of your must-do list, it’s one of those rides that many remember and smile about, and changing it in any way feels like messing with a beloved family photo album.
Country Bears in Frontierland
All in all, the Country Bear Jamboree is like a warm hug from the past. It makes fans think of cherished family vacations, childhood memories, and pure Disney joy. Here’s hoping the update will do just the same!
We’ll be watching for more updates from Disney, so stay tuned to DFB for more 2024 announcements!
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