There is so much to celebrate in Disney World in 2025!

When you start planning your ultimate trip to Disney World, it’s important to know what’s changing each year! In 2025, we’re getting new shows, new parades, and so much more. Another thing we’re celebrating this year is 50 years of rocketing off to the stars on Space Mountain, and we think Disney might be celebrating, too.

This month on January 15th, 2025, Space Mountain turns 50 years old! We can’t believe our favorite rocketship roller coaster has been with us for so many years and it is still so high on our list of must-dos. This rollercoaster was the first major expansion to Disney World when it was decided there weren’t enough thrill rides in the Orlando theme park.

When the ride first opened, Disney had actual astronauts test the ride before it opened to the public so guests would know this was a true thrill experience. The ride was originally meant for Disneyland before it was determined there wasn’t enough space (get it, space? Okay, sorry, moving on.) for the attraction, so it was decided it would be sent off for Disney World!

To this day, the high-flying adventure gets hours-long wait times and has become a staple in many Disney Parks around the world, including Disneyland. We are ready to celebrate our love for this ride that offers thrills and free chiropractor visits, and it seems so is Disney! This week, we spotted some filming by the iconic attraction, and we can’t help but wonder if this is to celebrate the ride’s big milestone. 

We often spot filming around the Disney parks for things like the Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade or even shows like American Idol. Eventually, the camera crew made their way to the back of the attraction towards TRON where you can get a great view of the famous white building.

While we can’t be sure this is what the filming was for, one can dream it’s to celebrate Space Mountain’s big day. It’s not every day you turn 50, you know? So here’s a happy early birthday to you, Space Mountain. Thank you for so many laughs, screams, and back cracks over the last 50 years, and here’s to 50 more! Don’t forget to keep following Disney Food Blog for more of your Disney news and updates.

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Tell us if you love or hate this iconic Disney attraction in the comments! 

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