The Liberty Square Riverboat, along with Tom Sawyer Island and the Rivers of America, has closed permanently at the Magic Kingdom.
The Liberty Belle took one final journey around the Rivers of America around 8:42 p.m. on Sunday, July 6, 2025. It returned to the dock in Liberty Square around 8:59 p.m. and is now closed permanently.
The Riverboat joins Tom Sawyer Island as the latest addition to the list of retired attractions at Magic Kingdom. Tom Sawyer Island closed earlier on Sunday evening.
Guests who wanted to be part of the Liberty Belle’s final voyage were able to secure wristbands from Cast Members earlier in the day. The group gathered around 8:30 p.m. to board.
The Rivers of America and its attractions were present when the Magic Kingdom opened on October 1, 1971. They will be replaced by the “Cars” themed area of Piston Peak National Park, which will host two rides.
The closure was announced in August 2024, following the reveal of the new “Cars” area at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event.
Stay tuned for a final, in-depth look at the Liberty Square Riverboat and the scenes on the banks of the Rivers of America.
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