PHOTOS: First Section of New Magic Kingdom Hub Opens to Guests

The first section of the new Magic Kingdom hub opened to guests this afternoon, revealing many months of work that has gone into turning the old waterway space into expanded paths and nighttime show viewing space for the park:

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The side of the hub with Casey’s Corner is now open to guests, no word on when the other side might open

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I would think this is hub west since it faces west, but this sign isn’t helping

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The area with AstroTurf will be used for FastPass+ fireworks viewing

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Wishes! is presented by Pandora jewelry, so the sections is sponsored as well

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Some railings are still missing today

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A great fountain flanks both sides of the hub now

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The smaller hub statues that once surrounded Partners are now spread out around the hub

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Lots of path space to make traversing the park easier

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A look back at the viewing area

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The views of the Castle from the section are really nice

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Some more railings that need to be installed

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WHICH HUB IS IT?!?!