Cinderella Castle Magical Transformation Has Begun at Disney World. From Walt Disney World My Disney Experience: “Cinderella Castle is currently undergoing a magical transformation.” Cinderella Castle is being repainted in its classic colors. Inspired by the original, classic design, the updated color palette will feature a mix of grays, creams, blues, and gold accents. The new colors were chosen to reflect the Florida sunshine, ensuring the castle shimmers and shines from every angle.
Work has begun officially on January 5th, 2026.
The Castle moat will be drained first, and it has been said that if and when cranes are in place for crews to reach the higher levels, they will be retracted by noon daily. Expect the work to take a few months, and since the Walt Disney World 55th Anniversary is on October 1st, 2026, all work should be done by then.
During the “Beyond the Spires: An Insider Look at Disney Castles” panel at Destination D23, Imagineers shared a wealth of knowledge about the different castles around the globe.
For those who want to learn more about the artistry and engineering that go into these magical creations, a new episode of “We Call It Imagineering“ is available now.
Cinderella Castle Magical Transformation Has Begun at Disney World
