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Trending: Disney World Resort Hotel Refurbishment Schedules and Construction Projects · Starbucks Holiday Drinks and Collections at Walt Disney World · Disney World Water Park Reopening and Closing Dates for Early 2027 · Disney World Hotel Future Stay and Spring Room Offers for 2027 Latest developments: Planning a trip requires navigating several operational updates across the resort, starting with Disney World Resort Hotel Refurbishment Schedules and Construction Projects at Disney's Wilderness Lodge, where a refurbishment schedule runs through spring 2028 with exterior work underway now, guest rooms scheduled for summer 2027, and the Copper Creek pool planned for early 2028. For guests looking for seasonal merchandise and treats, Starbucks Holiday Drinks and Collections at Walt Disney World are now available with six festive drinks across all four theme parks, alongside the Starbucks Mint to Be holiday collection now online with an exclusive tumbler and cup sleeves. In outdoor recreation news, Disney World Water Park Reopening and Closing Dates for Early 2027 show that Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park will reopen on January 27, 2027, exactly one day after Blizzard Beach closes for the season. Finally, visitors looking to save on accommodations can take advantage of Disney World Hotel Future Stay and Spring Room Offers for 2027, which include a bounceback offer extended through December 23, 2027, offering up to 35% off a return stay, as well as a Florida Resident hotel offer providing savings of up to 30% on stays from January through April 2027. Thanksgiving week is bringing another round of operating changes to Walt Disney World Resort. With the November holiday approaching, Disney has expanded regular operating hours at three of… Glisten is back for Disney Jollywood Nights 2026, and the stage in front of the Chinese Theater at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has grown. Two new side stages now… We got a first look at the 2026 Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic. At this preview, we tried some of the featured menu items. Yes, we… New Yak & Yeti collectible medallions are now available at the Yak & Yeti Restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Yak & Yeti Medallion Machine Four new Yak &… After arriving at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland, the Starbucks “Mint to Be” holiday collection is now available online from the Disney Store, including an additional exclusive… For more than a year and a half, guests dropping thousands of dollars on a luxury getaway at Walt Disney World’s Crescent Lake were greeted by an unadvertised… Vacation Fun is still playing at Disney’s Hollywood Studios as Disney Jollywood Nights kicks off tonight, but the Mickey Shorts Theater now closes hours before the rest of… Hype can be dangerous. It can create sky-high expectations that are impossible to meet, leading to inevitable disappointment even when it comes to objectively excellent experiences. Disney Parks… It’s the most wonderful time of the year, when flash sales and deals on Disney gift cards start to appear. In the spirit of the Christmas season, Walt… Disney Jollywood Nights opens its 2026 season tonight at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney PhotoPass has revealed where to find this year’s holiday photo ops. Nine locations dot… Ghostbusters is preparing to return to New York in more ways than one, with animation on the way and now a possible live-action film entering the conversation. According… Staying in the Cinderella Castle Suite is a bucket list dream for Walt Disney World fans, and it’s possible again in 2027! This covers details of the giveaway… Starbucks has officially kicked off its 2026 holiday season, and Walt Disney World guests have six festive drinks to choose from across all four theme parks. The seasonal… Amazon MGM Studios has several familiar faces in the frame as it searches for the next James Bond, but a new report has added an unexpected name to… The relationship between Disney and Make-A-Wish is one that has lasted for decades. Disney Parks have been the home to so many special memories for kids and their… Disney World’s Christmas celebration is running out of room on the ticket calendar before the first party even begins. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party returns to Magic Kingdom… Netflix is expanding the Stranger Things universe with another live-action series, taking the franchise back several decades before Eleven, Mike Wheeler, and the rest of the Hawkins gang… In this week’s MarvelBlog News, we discuss the box office of a movie that’s not out yet. Sizing up the Competition Let’s start the week with a link… The world lost one of its great actors last week when Patrick Stewart passed away at the age of 86, following a brief battle with Alzheimer’s disease and… This past week, we learned more about Zodiac’s story. Also, we’ve got a few hot casting rumors, but before then, we should talk about Dune 3. Trust me,… Hong Kong Disneyland resides in Lantau Island, nestled between a tree-laden hillside and the Pacific. Sitting about 20 kilometers from the metropolis that touts being “Asia’s World City”,… Spirit Jersey has dropped several new Disney designs inspired by Hallmark’s new Walt Disney World film Holiday Ever After, The Muppets, Frozen, and more!What’s Happening:Since late 2016/early 2017,… Disney Imagineers Reveal Hidden Details and Easter Eggs in Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT Walt Disney Imagineering is serving up a behind-the-scenes look at the recent updates to… DJ Lilypad Brings Holiday Music to Alien Swirling Saucers at Disney’s Hollywood Studios The holidays have officially arrived in Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and DJ… Disney has revealed the holiday designs for this year’s Disney gift cards, some of which come with limited edition pins. Free digital wallpapers inspired by the designs are… The Levi’s at Disney Springs will soon be going through a remodel, according to a new permit. Levi’s Remodel The permit filed by Levi’s Strauss for their Disney… The communications executive is leaving as part of voluntary early retirement offer extended to longtime Disney employees. Shari Rosenblum Departs Disney As reported by Deadline, Shari Rosenblum is… Walt Disney Imagineering highlighted details of Napa Rose at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa in a new social media post. The fine dining restaurant reopened after a… Disneyland Resort has released several new blind boxes featuring mystery figures of Stitch in holiday outfits, anime versions of Disney Princesses, and more. Discounts do not apply, and… Ken Potrock, the President of Major Events Integration for The Walt Disney Company, received the Charley Award from the CHOC Foundation and Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego. Ken Potrock… Additional holiday decorations have appeared throughout Disney California Adventure, including the Christmas tree on Buena Vista Street, new displays in Cars Land, and more. Buena Vista Street Holiday… Crews have dug more trenches and completed landscaping at the Coco ride construction site in Disney California Adventure. Coco Ride Construction Last month, several piles of black pipes… A live sketch artist is now appearing in Ramone’s House of Body Art in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure. Ramone’s Live Sketch Artist Most of the year,… The 2026 collectible Harry Potter Wizard Card is now available with Chocolate Frogs at Universal Orlando Resort. All Chocolate Frogs come with collectible cards, but the limited release… Wait until you see the Royal Room transformation at Port Orleans Riverside! The old Royal Rooms at Port Orleans sure... Santa Claus is officially returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studios as Walt Disney World prepares for the start of the holiday season! If you are planning a trip to… Every Disney kingdom around the globe guards a handful of sacred originals like royal crown jewels. Take a stroll through Disneyland Park in Anaheim, and you can still… We have the full list of songs playing in the courtyard of Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets for the 2026 seasonal “Obligatory Holiday Overlay” at Disney’s… A new collection of festive holiday merchandise themed to snowmen, peppermint, and more has dropped at Walt Disney World. Ear Headband Crop T-Shirt – $36.99 The cream cropped… Adam Driver spent years turning down Marvel movies before he finally accepted the role of Mister Sinister in the X-Men reboot, saying this role was finally the right… For more than fifty years, the soundscape of Santa Clara, California, included the distant roar of coaster trains racing along wooden tracks, accompanied by the screams of thrill-seekers… Churros are taking center stage at Disney’s Animal Kingdom as guests discover two wild new ways to satisfy their sweet tooth, combining iconic park favorites like crispy churro… Walt Disney World has extended the park operating hours for the week of Thanksgiving, November 22 to November 28, 2026. The holiday falls on Thursday, November 26 this… Orlando's dinner shows once brought knights, pirates, Wild West adventures and murder mysteries to the table. Simon and Susan Veness look back at the beloved attractions that disappeared,… The windows of the Emporium at Magic Kingdom have switched from Halloween to Christmas, including Mickey’s Christmas Carol dioramas. Mickey’s Christmas Carol Windows The six Mickey’s Christmas Carol… The Merry Menagerie mural is back at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, on the pathway between Discovery Island and Pandora – The World of Avatar. Merry Menagerie Mural Guests can… Cotino, a Storyliving by Disney community, recently celebrated military families for Veterans and Military Families Month. Cotino Celebrates Military Families Storyliving by Disney welcomed families from Marine Air… For years, dedicated Walt Disney World visitors took pride in knowing every logistical shortcut across the resort. Frequent guests mastered rope drop timing, pinpointed shaded spots to dodge… I CAN’T WAIT to start my holiday shopping — and I know exactly where I’m going to start! ©Amazon Around this time of the year, you’ll often find… Attention Sam’s Club Members: A BRAND-NEW Disney Gift Card deal is available right now! Disney gift cards! Many Disney guests use gift cards for nearly everything, from actually… Celebrate the holidays with the seasonal Gingerbread Cheesecake Pop, Festive Chocolate Twist, and Reindeer Sundae from Disney’s Animal Kingdom. These are all available from November 6, 2026 through… Walt Disney World’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park will reopen on January 27, 2027, giving guests the opportunity to enjoy the tropical-themed water park once again!... The post Typhoon… If you’re attending this year’s Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, you might want to take advantage of the special PhotoPass locations available throughout Magic Kingdom.... The post Where… RED ALERT! Christmas is under two months away, which means it’s time to start making those lists and buying those presents! And while I wasn’t planning on spending… Midnight Showdown, the world's largest indoor wooden roller coaster, opens at Kentucky Kingdom in spring 2027 alongside two newly themed lands. The attraction marks the latest milestone in… The first four seasons are now streaming on Netflix! These shows and more have arrived to streaming this week. Run — don’t walk — to pick up this amazing Disney souvenir! ©LEGO Wouldn’t it be great if every LEGO set were available forever? Alas, that is not… A motorcyclist has filed a lawsuit against Walt Disney World after a security gate came down, cracking his helmet at Magic Kingdom. Disney Sued After Security Gate Incident… New aerial photos show the excavation progress of the indoor coaster coming to Dark Universe at Epic Universe. Dark Universe Indoor Coaster Construction On November 5, Universal announced… A new holiday short titled “The Invisible Horse” is coming soon, and Disney just shared a sneak peek. ‘The Invisible Horse’ Holiday Short Disney shared a short trailer… There’s a brand new collection on the Disney Store website right now, and it’s right up your alley if you’ve been really looking for those comfy vibes. ©Disney… Our favorite Walt Disney World resort, which has been in a state of perpetual construction for the last few years, just got new pool and hotel refurbishments added… It’s 5:47 AM. You’re tucked into your bed at Disney’s Pop Century Resort, blissfully asleep after a 25,000-step park day. Your alarm isn’t set for another hour. Then… A powerful earthquake struck off Japan’s eastern coast on Friday evening, sending measurable shaking into the city that houses Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea. The magnitude 6.1 earthquake… Tickets will be available soon for the first-ever Magic Key exclusive mixology course coming to Disney California Adventure. Magic Key Mixology Course Coming to Disney California Adventure The… The Mickey and Friends Christmas popcorn bucket that was once a Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party exclusive is back for the 2026 holiday season at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.… A guest is suing Universal Orlando Resort and Loews Hotels for negligence after she was injured while attempting to use a bathtub as a toilet because she could… Stitch is making mischief at Walt Disney World as a brand-new Christmas tree sipper this holiday season. Stitch Christmas Tree Sipper – $22.99 Includes any Fountain Beverage at… Disney has just announced the arrival of a baby zebra. See where you can spot her on your next visit! Disney Baby Animals Disney's conservation efforts have brought… Earlier this fall, Disney Parks welcomed a Chip ‘n Dale collection celebrating the cute but mischievous chipmunk brothers. Now that guests at the resorts have had a chance… The holidays are in FULL SWING in Disney World, and yes, we wake up every morning singing holiday tunes on our way into the parks…because we can. Is… If you live in the United Kingdom and you've ever wanted to visit Walt Disney World for 14 days straight, then this new ticket offer is made just… Lacey Chabert, star of the new Hallmark Christmas movie, Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True, stopped by GMA to discuss the film.What's Happening:This holiday season,… In a world where money is tight and every dollar counts, do you really need Lightning Lane at EPCOT on your next trip? Lightning Lane When planning a… As Disney foodies, we’re living the good life! Since August, we’ve been enjoying EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival, and now we get to enjoy another food and wine… The Disney World parks are the most magical place on earth, but before the magic can begin, you have to pull into the parking lot and park first.… Disney Springs is packed with food options, so no matter what you’re in the mood for, there’s something for you to try. Whether you’re craving an elevated meal… Universal Orlando Resort is changing the names and arrangement of their parking garage sections, introducing new IPs and removing old ones. Universal Orlando Updating Parking Garages Previously, each… The Disney rumor mill is pretty much always swirling, and we’re here to tell you what’s real, what’s fake, and what’s to be determined. Magic Kingdom Often, we… Stitch recently got to witness a a guest proposal during his meet and greet in Magic Kingdom, and his reaction is priceless. Guests Get Engaged at Stitch Meet… The new year is right around the corner, and that means a new year of additions, changes, and adjustments happening all over the Disney World parks! EPCOT Rope… Disneyland Paris is debuting new Christmas decorations throughout the theme parks, hotels, and Disney Village. Pinocchio Holiday Decorations at Au Chalet de la Marionnette Pinocchio-inspired quick-service restaurant Au… Walt Disney Imagineering President and Chief Creative Officer Bruce Vaughn is launching a new personal Substack publication called “The Curious Mind.” Bruce Vaughn Launches ‘The Curious Mind’ Substack… Lacey Chabert and Travis Van Winkle will meet fans for a free photo op at Ryan’s Hallmark Shop near Disney World on November 19, 2026, ahead of Holiday… Where else can you eat breakfast with Mickey, lunch with a princess, and dinner with Pooh and pals, all in one day? Only at Disney World, where meals… Walt Disney World has revealed an exclusive ‘First Wave’ pre-opening stay experience at Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge. Here are dates & details about the multi-night DVC Member preview event,… Could 2026 be Disney Jollywood Nights' best year yet? Explore new characters, entertainment, lounges and what makes this holiday event special. The post Could 2026 be Disney Jollywood… Disney World’s new holiday souvenirs launch today, and the Disney World website now shows what they cost. Prices are now posted for the Stitch Christmas Tree Sipper, the… Walt Disney World has released a new Florida Resident hotel offer for this spring, giving eligible guests the opportunity to save up to 30%. The... The post Florida…
Pool and Room Refurbishment Announced For Disney World’s Wilderness Lodge 
Disney & Starbucks 'Mint to Be' Holiday Collection Now Available Online, Including Exclusive Tumbler Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Reopening Date Announced for 2027
Disney News
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Walt Disney World Sets 2027 Reopening Date for Typhoon Lagoon and Closing Date for Blizzard Beach
Walt Disney World has confirmed the operational schedule for its water parks, setting a firm reopening date for Disney's Typhoon Lagoon and a matching closure date for Disney's Blizzard Beach. -
Your Ultimate Guide to the Coziest and Brightest Disney Holiday Merch of the Season
If your favorite time of year involves hanging stockings, watching festive classics, and hunting down the absolute best presents, get ready to add to cart. The holiday season is bringing… -
Disney California Adventure Details 2026 Festival of Holidays Lineup and Dates
The Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure is preparing to return for the winter season, bringing a wide array of global flavors and festive entertainment. Running from November… -
Evening Showtimes Restored to EPCOT Schedule for Impressions de France in January 2027
Evening showtimes for Impressions de France have returned to the EPCOT schedule for January 2027. Following an initial calendar update that removed the nighttime block for the classic France pavilion… -
Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar Prepares to Launch Seasonal Menu at Disney Springs
Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar at Disney Springs is transforming into Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar for the upcoming festive season, bringing back seasonal decor alongside a newly revealed menu. The holiday…
Theme Park News & Rumors
- CONFIRMED: Popular Perk Returning to Magic Kingdom and EPCOT in January 2027 The popular Disney World hotel perk will be available right at the start of the year.
- Pool and Room Refurbishment Announced For Disney World’s Wilderness Lodge A new Disney World hotel has been added to the list of construction projects in 2027.
- Disney's Wilderness Lodge Refurbishment Schedule Announced Through 2028 Wilderness Lodge refurbishment runs through spring 2028, with exterior work underway now, guest...
- After a Wave of Closures, One Disney Springs Store Is Staying Put It’s been a tough year for Disney Springs. The shopping, dining, and entertainment district at Walt Disney...
- REVIEW: This Disney World Restaurant Could Really Use an Intervention We revisited YeSake in Disney Springs, and we're taking you with us!
- Jollywood Nights 2026 Disney PhotoPass Locations: Every Photo Op and Where to Find It Jollywood Nights 2026 has nine Disney PhotoPass photo ops at Hollywood Studios, including...
- HURRY! You Have 2 Days to Save on Disney Gift Cards at Sam’s Club! You can save big at Sam's Club RIGHT NOW!
- Walt Disney World Extends Park Hours for Thanksgiving Week 2026 Thanksgiving week 2026 park hours are extended at Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, and...
- The Writing’s On the Wall: Disney World Puts Up Signs Warning Passholders They Just Lost Another Perk For decades, seasoned Walt Disney World visitors have treated park visits like an art form. From mastering...
- Disney's Hollywood Studios Echo Lake Refurbishment Looks Even Better From the Air New aerial photos show the refurbished Echo Lake at Hollywood Studios, where a...
Latest Walt Disney Photos
- Meet Hallmark Stars Lacey Chabert and Travis Van Winkle Near Disney World Lacey Chabert and Travis Van Winkle will meet fans for a free photo...
- Photos: Previewing the Culinary Delights of the 2026 Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic This morning, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin held a preview of...
- A Day and Night Look at the 2026 Christmas Decorations at Disney's Hollywood Studios A day and night photo look at the 2026 Christmas decorations at Disney's...
- Photos: Holiday Magic Returns to Walt Disney Presents at Disney's Hollywood Studios The Holidays have arrived at Disney's Hollywood Studios, with Walt Disney Presents getting...
- PHOTOS: Christmas Tree and Santa Gertie Have Arrived at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! We at MickeyBlog have been tracking Walt Disney World’s transformation into a winter wonderland over the past...
- PHOTOS: More Jollywood Nights Décor Arrived at Hollywood Studios! The most wonderful time of the year is almost here at Disney World!
- Photos/Video: Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets: Obligatory Holiday Overlay Debuts at Disney's Hollywood Studios For their first holiday season at Rock 'n' Roller Coaster, The Muppets have...
- Photos: Holiday Decorations Arrive at the Magic Kingdom Alongside the Return of Jingle Cruise We're only a few days removed from Halloween, but it's already beginning to...
- PHOTOS: Dapper Dans Don Holiday Outfits at Magic Kingdom Sure, the calendar is helpful, but you truly know it’s a holiday when the Dapper Dans don festive attire at Magic Kingdom....
- Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Adds Festive Holiday Attraction Photo Frames The holidays are bringing a little extra mayhem to Rock 'n' Roller Coaster...
Universal & Epic Universe Strategy
- Guest Left Seriously Injured & Sues After Unusable Toilet at Universal's Cabana Bay Allegedly Forced Her to Use Bathtub in Today's Daily Recap for 11/6/2026 Walt Disney Imagineering President and Chief Creative Officer Bruce Vaughn launches Substack “The Curious Mind,” Universal Orlando...
- Cassandra Trelawney 2026 Collectible Chocolate Frog Card Released at Universal Orlando Resort The 2026 collectible Harry Potter Wizard Card is now available with Chocolate Frogs at Universal Orlando Resort....
- Guest Left Seriously Injured & Sues After Unusable Toilet at Universal's Cabana Bay Allegedly Forced Her to Use Bathtub A guest is suing Universal Orlando Resort and Loews Hotels for negligence after she was injured while...
- Universal Orlando Removing Jaws, King Kong, and Jurassic Park Theming from Parking Garage Universal Orlando Resort is changing the names and arrangement of their parking garage sections, introducing new IPs...
- Universal Confirms Indoor Coaster for Dark Universe at Epic Universe - In Today's Daily Recap for 11/5/2026 Universal Orlando Resort has confirmed that a new indoor roller coaster is under construction in Dark Universe,...
- Universal Studios Hollywood Launches $1,000 Annual Pass Including VIP & Fan Fest Nights Tickets Universal Studios Hollywood has launched a new Annual Pass tier with even more benefits than the existing...
- New Indoor Coaster Officially Announced for Epic Universe The new ride is being built now...
- New Indoor Roller Coaster Coming to Epic Universe’s Dark Universe Universal Orlando announces a new indoor roller coaster for Dark Universe at Epic Universe, plus more attractions...
- Fyre Drill to Close for Two Days Next Week at Universal Epic Universe Fyre Drill, a How to Train Your Dragon water ride at Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort,...
- Disney Reveals 2026 Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party Free Ornament, Treat Locations, & Photo Ops - In Today's Daily Recap for 11/4/2026 Walt Disney World shared new details of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2026, including treat locations and...