Disney adds 50th anniversary crest to Cinderella Castle, completes makeover

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Walt Disney World completes makeover of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom by adding a large, round, golden 50th logo crest above the balcony of the iconic structure.

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By DEWAYNE BEVIL

ORLANDO SENTINEL |

JUL 23, 2021 AT 9:22 AM

 

A new crest honoring the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort adorns Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom Park (David Roark / Courtesy photo)

 

The cherry on top is a gold medallion. Overnight, Walt Disney World completed its makeover of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom by adding a large, round, golden 50th logo crest above the balcony of the iconic structure.

The new look is tied to the 50th anniversary of the resort. The official 18-month celebration kicks off Oct. 1, WDW’s actual birthday. But the castle has been in touch-up mode for several months, beginning with a shiny new paint job and continuing through the addition of bedazzled bunting and ribbonlike pieces dangles from the spires.

The big 5-0: A medallion celebrating the birth of Walt Disney World was added overnight to Cinderella Castle. (David Roark / Courtesy photo)

 

“Just when you thought our castle couldn’t get any more stunning …” Disney World president Jeff Vahle posted on his Instagram account on Friday morning after the medallion was added overnight.

Prep for the celebration is amping up as October approaches. On Thursday, the resort announced plans to install giant pieces of park-related artwork throughout Orlando International Airport for the anniversary.

The new updated view of Cinderella Castle from down Main Street USA at Magic Kingdom. The addition of the medallion completes the royal makeover of the icon for the resort's 50th anniversary. (David Roark / Courtesy photo)