PHOTOS & VIDEOS: Come With Us For a PREVIEW of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure!
We’ve been waiting for SO long for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure to open in Disney World, and the time is almost here!
In case you missed it, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is the newly reimagined version of Splash Mountain, featuring a Princess and the Frog theme. The attraction opens in Magic Kingdom on June 28, 2024, and Disneyland’s version of the ride is scheduled to open later in 2024.
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But, before the ride officially opens, some previews are happening for people like Cast Members and Annual Passholders. And today, we got to go on the ride during the Cast Member preview — let’s go take a look!
FIRST LOOK Inside Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is located in Frontierland at Magic Kingdom, tucked away not far from Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. We waited in line to get to the event check-in area.
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We received fun wristbands!
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After checking in, we headed into the queue.
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The queue was full of fun, with all kinds of Princess and the Frog references!
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Here’s the kitchen, which has a delicious stack of beignets.
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The pantry is fully stocked!
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Lots of photographs line the walls, featuring events from The Princess and the Frog and beyond.
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There are many warnings about the drop as well as the possibility of getting wet.
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If you change your mind in line, you can exit here.
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It’s time to board!
The ride starts out by taking us straight into the Louisiana Bayou.
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Princess Tiana welcomes you to the ride as you head up!
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You pass under this Tiana’s Foods sign at the top.
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Check out this delicious garden with fresh herbs.
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Here’s the back of the water tower, which reads, “Never, ever lose sight of what’s really important.”
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As you get deeper into the bayou, here’s where you encounter Louis…
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…and all the creatures playing instruments!
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Mama Odie leads you into a new area of the bayou, which is so bright and colorful.
There are also screens throughout the ride, animating images.
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Hello, frog!
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Fireflies also join the party, of course.
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And then…it’s time for the big drop!
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Are you ready? Check out that view!
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Finally, we’re brought to the party, which takes place at Tiana’s Palace. Can you spot all the characters in attendance?
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The end of the ride will eventually bring guests through Tiana’s Bayou General, which isn’t open just yet.
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See more of our photos and videos below!
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@mickeyblog_ SPOILER ALERT‼️ RIDE POV of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure 💚🐸✨ #disney #disneyworld #tianasbayouadventure #magickingdom #tiana #waltdisneyworld #wdw #ridepov #disneyride #disneynews ♬ Special Spice – Music from “Tiana’s Bayou Adventure” – Anika Noni Rose
You can watch the full ride POV below!
Previews for Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members begin next week.
Stay tuned for more Disney World news and updates!