As you may already know, Magic Kingdom’s hub is undergoing a massive expansion. Over the weekend, the first phase of the hub opened to the public. The most prominent additions are Plaza Gardens East and West, which will act as the Fastpass+ viewing area for the Wishes fireworks.

Plaza Gardens East - Magic Kingdom Hub Expansion

The new areas are open to all guests before 8 pm. The Plaza Gardens include artificial turf, which some guests have already started to use as a place to sit down and relax during their day at Magic Kingdom. After 8, these areas are open exclusively to guests with Fastpass+ reservations for the fireworks.

This panorama shows off how the East side of the Magic Kingdom hub now looks. Click to get a larger view.

Panorama - Plaza Gardens East at Magic Kingdom | Guide2WDW
Another attractive addition to the hub are the new fountains. The character statues that used to surround the Partners Statue in the center of the hub are now displayed around the fountains. These are sure to be a popular photo spot.

Plaza Gardens Fountain - Minnie Statue - Magic Kingdom

Plaza Gardens Hub Fountain - Pluto Statue - Magic Kingdom

For more pictures of the hub expansion, check out the image gallery below.

The hub expansion is not yet complete, with some construction still going on immediately in front of Cinderella Castle.

What do you think about the Plaza Gardens, the new fountains, and the new look of Magic Kingdom’s hub? Let us know in the comments below.


Jim

Jim has been visiting Walt Disney World since it first opened. He is a master at coming up with optimal strategies for touring the parks. While at WDW, Jim enjoys watching the Eat to the Beat concerts, riding in the front row on Rock 'N' Roller Coaster, and trying to best his high score at Toy Story Midway Mania

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