1, 1971, Walt Disney World Resort officially opened to guests for the first time, the culmination of years spent imagining, planning and developing Walt Disney’s magical dream.

And now with a major milestone approaching, guests can share in “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” beginning Oct.

Walt Disney World Resort will throw “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” in honor of their 50thanniversary, bringing new experiences to all four theme parks and beyond.

The castle will add even more magic at night, joined by icons at each of the other three theme parks as they transform into Beacons of Magic, including pixie dust on Cinderella Castle, magical fireflies inhabiting the Tree of Life at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, and special new touches coming to life on the Hollywood Tower Hotel at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

We’ll have more to share about the plans for this 18-month long “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” in the future as Disney ramps up to the big day on October 1st.