The Grand Opening of Walt Disney World

The Grand Opening of Walt Disney World is a musical television special celebrating and highlighting the opening ceremonies of the Walt Disney World. It aired on NBC on October 29, 1971.
==Highlights==
*The special opens with Glen Campbell performing "Today is Mine". He also performs "Wherefore and Why".
*Julie Andrews sings "When You Wish Upon a Star" while she goes inside a theater playing clips from Walt Disney's animated classics. This is followed by Andrews singing "Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah" with the Kids of the Kingdom and some Disney characters accompanying her.
*An ongoing storyline starring Jonathan Winters where he tries to help his shell-shocked wife let loose and relax, culminating in her running off after a disasterous game of "William Tell".
*Bob Hope dedicates the Contemporary Hotel with his comedy stylings and the Polynesian Resort hosts its inaugural luau.
*"There's More" is performed.
*A sneak peek at three Florida-exclusive attractions: The Hall of Presidents, Country Bear Jamboree and The Mickey Mouse Revue.
*Buddy Hackett drives Herbie through the Grand Prix Raceway.
*Julie Andrews sings "Full of Love"/"It's a Small World" while walking through Fantasyland with an international group of children.
*The grand opening parade with leading a 1,096-piece marching band through Main Street, U.S.A.
*A large chorus gathers around Cinderella Castle and sings "When You Wish Upon a Star" while balloons are released into the air.
==Gallery==
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==Trivia==
*This special was filmed from October 23-25, 1971, during Walt Disney World's three-day opening celebrations.
*The storyline with Jonathan Winters was never resolved.
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Category:Television specials
Category:Walt Disney World Resort
Category:Magic Kingdom