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Trending: Disney World 2027 Florida Resident Resort Discounts · Disney World Typhoon Lagoon Reopening and Blizzard Beach Closure · EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Passholder-Exclusive Figment Cup and Raspberry Sleigh · Universal Epic Universe Dark Universe Indoor Roller Coaster Confirmation Latest developments: Walt Disney World has released new Florida resident resort discounts for early 2027, offering savings of 20% to 30% on hotel stays from January 3 through April 29, 2027. In other park news, the annual water theme park switchover is set for January 27, 2027, when Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon will reopen and Disney’s Blizzard Beach will close for seasonal refurbishment. For those visiting the 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, Annual Passholders can look forward to an exclusive Raspberry Sleigh DOLE Whip treat served in a commemorative Figment cup, available at Refreshment Outpost from November 27 through December 30, 2026, while supplies last. Finally, Universal Orlando Resort has officially confirmed that a new indoor roller coaster is currently under construction within the Dark Universe land at Epic Universe. Universal Orlando has confirmed that the new ride under construction behind Dark Universe at Epic Universe is an indoor roller coaster. The coaster will tell an all-new story… Crews have added a Maya-inspired design to the Tropical Americas entrance archway in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Tropical Americas Construction Themed stone work began on the arch in mid… Disney has scheduled refurbishments for guest rooms and Copper Creek Springs Pool at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Refurbishments The guest room refurbishment is scheduled for July… Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can enjoy an exclusive DOLE Whip treat served in a commemorative Figment cup during the 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. Raspberry… Walt Disney World is offering Florida residents a discount from 20% to 30% off hotel stays in early 2027. 2027 Disney World Hotel Discount for Florida Residents The… Walt Disney World extended their hotel bounceback offer by a few more months into late December 2027. The offer launched in 2023 and then became available online in… We’re just weeks away from the launch of EPCOT’s 2026 International Festival of the Holidays, which begins on Black Friday, November 27th, and includes one of Disney World’s… I’m counting down the days until Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party returns to Magic Kingdom…it’s almost time! The Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Map The party is one… A Disney World vacation is known for being expensive, so any chance we can get at saving money, we’re taking advantage of it! Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and… Disney’s Wilderness Lodge has a busy few years ahead. Guest rooms in the main hotel will get a refurbishment in summer 2027, Disney says. The resort’s main pool… Walt Disney World Passholder holiday perks for 2026 include Jollywood Nights sips, party merch, a Disney Springs tree photo op and an EPCOT Raspberry Sleigh treat. Disney World’s water park handoff is officially on the calendar. On January 27, 2027, Blizzard Beach will close for seasonal refurbishment, and Typhoon Lagoon will reopen the same… Walt Disney World has extended the ‘Future Stay Offer’ through the end of 2027! This special offer is the best way to book discounts over a year in… Annual Passholders heading to Disney Jollywood Nights this year have two shimmering drinks waiting just for them. Disney has shared the details on the Golden Gimlet and the… Disney announced the reopening date for Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon and closing date for Disney’s Blizzard Beach for its annual refurbishment. Typhoon Lagoon & Blizzard Beach The Walt Disney… Disney has been dropping tons of Winnie the Pooh collections, and we’ve been totally obsessed with every single one. From sweatshirts, hats, shoes, jewelry, and more, everything is… Annual Passholders headed to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party this year have two exclusive souvenirs waiting for them on Main Street USA. Disney says only Passholders can buy… Annual Passholders have a new reason to wander World Showcase this holiday season. Disney says a Passholder-exclusive treat called the Raspberry Sleigh is coming to the EPCOT International… Walt Disney World has announced free things given to guests during the 2026 Jollywood Nights and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, from cookies to keepsakes. Alternatively, if the… Walt Disney World has released resort room-only discounts for the first several months of next year for Florida residents with savings of up to 30% off from early… Florida residents have a new reason to plan a Walt Disney World staycation in early 2027. Disney has released a spring room offer for Sunshine State residents, with… Walt Disney World has extended its Resort Future Stay offer, better known as the Bounceback Offer, through December 23rd, 2027. Guests staying at a Disney Resort hotel can… Ahead of its third-quarter earnings call, Six Flags spokesperson Kristin Fitzgerald spoke with Attractions Magazine about the company's continued focus on ride reliability, park leadership, passholder loyalty and… Ringing in the New Year at Walt Disney World is a dream celebration for theme park fans around the globe. With world-class pyrotechnics, global dance parties across the… Walt Disney World’s yearly water park switchover date has been announced. Typhoon Lagoon reopens on January 27th, 2027, ending a fall refurbishment, and Blizzard Beach closes that same… Childless Disney Adults are the most hated people on the internet. This has become cliche, and strikes me as mildly unfair. Surely the Taliban, Epstein associates, the Paul… The holiday-themed edition of Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue will again be presented exclusively for Disney Vacation Club owners in December 2026. Disney Vacation Club owners can collect a free keepsake when attending Disney Jollywood Nights in 2026. One of the popular dining spots at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort is set to reopen after a refurbishment of more than three months. ... Preparations may be under way for guest room refurbishment at the original Disney Vacation Club Resort. Disney's Lakeshore Lodge is now just 8 months away from making its debut as the eighteenth Disney Vacation Club property. I can hear Sinatra start to sing out, “And now, the end is near and so we face our final menu reveals.” I’m not sure he’d be okay… The Jingle Cruise is back and the jokes are just as groan-worthy as ever! The Magic Kingdom’s Jungle Cruise has... Arribas Brothers has new jewelry featuring Mickey’s sorcerer hat now available at Walt Disney World Resort. Sorcerer Hat Necklace – $69.00 This silver chain has a dangling sorcerer… Ever make jewelry from pop tops as a kid? Relive the nostalgia — sans the sharp edges — with these new silver soda can tab-inspired pieces found at… All signs of construction are gone from The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure at Disney California Adventure. The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure Refurbishment Refurbishment of… The Cut, New York Magazine’s fashion and culture publication, is spotlighting a new generation of Disney fans rebelling against the mainstream disdain for “Disney Adult” culture. New York… Disney Reveals Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2026 Weather Policy Disney has released its weather policy for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2026, giving guests a heads-up on… Following several recent updates to the marquee entryway, the Tinker Bell figure has officially returned to her rightful place atop the iconic Sorcerer’s Hat sculpture at the Disneyland… Powerline’s concert, a pizza break at the Neptune Inn, and a father-son fishing trip are among the moments captured on these new A Goofy Movie pins we found… Walt Disney World has debuted new holiday gift cards that come with a stocking stuffer of their own!What’s Happening:Giving the gift of a Disney Gift Card is a… Celebrate the 35th anniversary of Beauty and the Beast with tons of exciting merchandise to bring a touch of the “tale as old as time” into your life.What’s… A difficult day at Disneyland Resort left guests questioning what was happening behind the scenes. Disneyland Resort’s two theme parks offer very different experiences. While Disneyland Park is… Shanghai Disney Resort is preparing to celebrate the holiday season with the return of Disney Winter Frostival, featuring returning favorites and new offerings as part of the resort’s… An altercation reportedly broke out between several guests at Disneyland Resort after a 14-year-old girl with autism accidentally bumped into another guest. Tensions Boil Over at California Adventure… Susan Egan, the voice of Megara from Hercules, “spilled the tea” in a confession game while riding Mad Tea Party at Disneyland. Susan Egan Teacup Confessions Susan Egan,… The new Build-A-Bear Bakeshop at Icon Park offers cupcake decorating, cookies, coffee and rooftop views of Orlando's attractions. We visited during a media preview to see whether this… Disney has listened to EPCOT fans — or so it seems. Walt Disney World has undergone a significant transformation in recent years, with new attractions arriving across its… The Dapper Dans at Magic Kingdom are now wearing their holiday outfits ahead of the official start of the 2026 holiday season. Dapper Dans Holiday Outfits The barbershop… A baby zebra has been welcomed into the family at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge at Walt Disney World. New Baby Zebra at Walt Disney World Disney shared the… After a long, LONG 16-month refurbishment, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad finally reopened in Magic Kingdom earlier this year on May 3rd. However, it never felt fully reopened. Big… After sharing plenty of holiday menus at Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort got its turn today. Festival of Holidays at California Adventure runs from November 13th through January… Every year, the same thing happens. The first whispers of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party start floating around, and group chats everywhere light up with heart-eyed emojis and… The Vampire Mickey, Hatbox Ghost, and Headless Horseman popcorn buckets previously exclusive to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party are now available to all guests. Halloween Popcorn Buckets… A 57-year-old woman is going viral on TikTok after revealing she was accepted into the Disney College Program. 57-Year-Old Woman in Disney College Program A TikTok user named… November is officially off the calendar for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. According to Walt Disney World, Sunday, November 29th, the last November night that still had tickets,… Magic Kingdom guests, rejoice! Your favorite photo-op area in Fantasyland just received a major glow-up. The iconic floral and sun mural located outside the fan-favorite Tangled restrooms has… Jolly Holiday on the Lot is heading back to Walt Disney Studios for another year, and returns with a special screening of Beauty and the Beast. What’s Happening:D23's… Universal have launched a new collaboration with Whatever! Makes You Happy, with a new line of How to Train Your Dragon merch for Universal Orlando Resort, Universal Studios… Fashion Brand LOEWE have revealed they have a new Nightmare Before Christmas collection on the way, accompanied by a video focused on the imagination of Tim Burton.What's Happening:LOEWE… Candy Palace at Disneyland has debuted new frozen slushy machines offering flavors from Barq’s, Coca-Cola, Fanta, and Hi-C. Candy Palace Slushies The “Frozen Glaciers” are each $7.49. There… Universal Orlando Resort is ready for the holiday season with new and returning Grinchmas merchandise. We found the merch at a kiosk in CityWalk but it should also… The holidays have arrived at Walt Disney World Resort as the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets has gotten its holiday overlay for the season at Disney’s… Welcome back to Barely Necessities: The Disney Merchandise Show! As Disney fans, we know there is so much Disney-themed merchandise out there that it’s impossible to sort through… We're only a few days removed from Halloween, but it's already beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Magic Kingdom! We stopped by the Walt Disney… Popcorn buckets, sippers, and other novelties have remained some of the most popular collectable items in Disney Parks. You can be sure Walt Disney World wasn't going to… Avengers, X-Men, Fantastic Four and Doctor Doom Dunkin’ restaurants open Nov. 17 and 18, plus Channing Tatum’s Gambit stars in a new ad. The post Dunkin’ ‘Avengers: Doomsday’… I don’t mean to freak you out, but Christmas is nearly 50 days away, which means it’s time to start decorating, sending out those Christmas cards, and, of… Our teachers put in a lot of work to educate the next generation, and that hard work can sometimes go unrecognized. So, we loved to see that Disney… The Walt Disney Studios Lot at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is celebrating its first holiday season. Decorations are now in place, with silver garland and blue and white ornaments… Walt Disney World shared new details of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2026, including treat locations and a first look at the free keepsake. Free Keepsake Ornament &… It may still be early November, but Target is already decking the halls — and Disney fans are going to want to take a look. ©Target A fresh… It’s that time again! ©Amazon Yep, it’s one of those days where we remind you to RUN because some of the best Disney souvenirs are on sale RIGHT… Holiday music arrived in Toy Story Land today, as Alien Swirling Saucers: Lilypad’s Jams debuted four new holiday songs at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The new playlist also brings… We’ve definitely crossed from “huh, crowds are kind of low” into “this is getting really unusual” territory this week. And... Happy Holidays from Disneyland! Now, technically, the holiday season doesn’t start until November 13th (and runs through January 6th, 2027), but the snow is already on the castle,… Disney’s Hollywood Studios will begin Jollywood Nights check-in at 5:30 p.m., ahead of the 7:30 p.m. start. Here’s what ticket holders need to know. Well, hello, dear reader. Let’s talk about buckets… …Sky buckets. If you visited Disneyland between 1956 and 1994, you probably rode in one: a little gondola hanging from… During the Disney Accelerator 2026 Demo Day, five companies showcased various AI projects they are collaborating on with Disney, including robots that could help coordinate parking and clean… Disneyland Resort revealed their 2026 holiday novelties, including popcorn buckets, tree sippers, and more. Holiday Novelties at Disneyland Resort (Available while supplies last) Holiday Chip ‘n’ Dale Candy… Tokyo Disney Resort announced that Disney Pal-Palooza will take place for the last time at Tokyo Disneyland Park. The seventh and final event, Minnie’s Funderland, will take place… Kilimanjaro Safaris has been the crown jewel attraction — certainly from a live animal standpoint — since Animal Kingdom opened in 1998. The experience includes unique-for-Disney elements, including… If you’re planning a visit to Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe, you’ve probably already got a long list of all the rides you want to tackle when you go… As Guests prepare for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, Winnie the Pooh and his pals will be relocating. See where you will be able to meet them. Disney… Disney has now added a weather policy for Jollywood Nights. Find out how this may affect your trip. Jollywood Nights 2026 Jollywood Nights is a separately ticketed event… A baby animal has made its debut at Disney's Animal Kingdom Park. Find out where you can find this adorable animal on your next visit to the park.… New cast member costumes could be coming to Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party in 2026, following Disney's controversial Halloween uniform redesign. The post New Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas… The holiday season has arrived early at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, where Walt Disney Presents opened its Disney Takes a Holiday exhibit today. Last year’s exhibit here focused on… Tokyo Disney Resort has shared details about the Tokyo DisneySea 25th Anniversary Grand Finale, which will include a Duffy & Friends show. Tokyo DisneySea 25th Anniversary Grand Finale… It looks like the future of Disney’s Frozen is heading into the unknown! ©Disney D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event took place in August this year, and among…
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Disney News
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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… -
Grand Floridian Cafe Returns to Walt Disney World Following Refurbishment
The Grand Floridian Cafe has officially reopened at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa following a multi-month refurbishment. The restaurant closed on July 20, 2026, for an extensive dining room…
Theme Park News & Rumors
- Disney World Announces Major Resort Overhaul, Construction to Continue Through 2028 Walt Disney World is preparing for another round of construction, and guests planning to stay at one...
- Disney World Passholders Are Getting Something Special This Holiday Season at EPCOT Being a Walt Disney World Annual Passholder comes with plenty of perks, from discounts on merchandise and...
- Disney World Brings Back Beloved Christmas Classics in New Holiday Experience Christmas is officially arriving at Walt Disney World, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios has introduced another festive experience...
- Tree of Life Awakenings Holiday Edition 2026 Dates Announced for Disney's Animal Kingdom Tree of Life Awakenings Holiday Edition returns to Animal Kingdom November 13, 2026...
- 14 Nights When EPCOT Will Be CROWDED During the Festival of the Holidays Some celebrity narrators are sure to bring to BIG crowds to EPCOT on these days.
- Disney Just Dropped an Exclusive New 2027 Hotel Discount There's a new Florida resident discount for 2027 Disney World vacations!
- The Disney World Hotel Hack: How to Save Big on Your Next Stay Through 2027 If you’ve ever stayed at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel, you know that feeling on checkout...
- Disney World Confirms Major Resort Discounts for January Through April 2027 Planning a Walt Disney World vacation can get expensive pretty quickly, especially when you start adding up...
- Figment Holiday Cup and Raspberry DOLE Whip Coming for EPCOT Passholders A Figment holiday cup and Raspberry DOLE Whip arrive for EPCOT Passholders at...
- Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 2026 Annual Passholder Shirt and Pin Revealed Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 2026 Annual Passholder shirt and pin feature Mickey...
Latest Walt Disney Photos
- 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...
- First Look at Holiday On-Ride Photos for Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Holiday On-Ride Photos Arrive at Muppets Rock 'n' Roller Coaster The holidays are...
- Festive On-Ride Photos Are Coming to Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets: Obligatory Holiday Overlay In just a few days, Christmas will officially arrive on Sunset Boulevard when Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster...
- PHOTOS: Christmas Has Officially Arrived at Magic Kingdom With Halloween in the rearview mirror and the first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party of 2026 just...
- Grand Floridian Cafe Reopening: Before and After Photos and New Menu Items The Grand Floridian Cafe at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa reopens tomorrow,...
Universal & Epic Universe Strategy
- 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...
- Full List (with Prices) of New & Returning 2026 Grinchmas Merchandise at Universal Orlando Resort Universal Orlando Resort is ready for the holiday season with new and returning Grinchmas merchandise. We found...
- Powered Mickey Christmas Train, Stitch Tree, and Toy Story Gingerbread Popcorn Buckets Coming to Disney Parks in Today's Daily Recap for 11/3/2026 Disney patents real-time AI technology that allows meet-and-greet characters to talk to guests, opossums are back at...
- PHOTOS: Holiday-Themed Entrance Archway Promotes Macy’s Parade at Universal Studios Florida A festive holiday display has arrived at the entrance to Universal Studios Florida, giving guests an early...
- Full List (with Prices) of 2026 Earl the Squirrel Collection at Universal Orlando Resort The 2026 Earl the Squirrel holiday collection has arrived at Universal Orlando Resort, including designs inspired by...
- Disney Legend Bob Gurr Says Disneyland's Autopia Will Feature Electrified Track Instead of Car Batteries in Today's Daily Recap for 11/2/2026 Christmas decorations arrive at Magic Kingdom for the 2026 holiday season, Governor DeSantis appoints former Walt Disney...
- PHOTOS, VIDEO: Final Performance of Animal Actors on Location! Show at Universal Studios Florida Animal Actors on Location! has permanently closed at Universal Studios Florida after 36 years on November 2,...
- First Look Inside Remodeled Grand Floridian Cafe, New Menu Items Revealed in Today's Daily Recap for 11/1/2026 New aerial photos show station entrance, test car, and walkway progress at Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift,...
- New Aerial Photos Show Station Entrance, Test Car, and Walkway Progress at Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift Construction continues on Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift at Universal Studios Florida, with new aerial photos revealing...
- Phantom of the Opera Makes Rare Character Appearance at Universal Studios Hollywood on Halloween A lesser-known member of the Universal Monsters crew stalked the Upper Lot at Universal Studios Hollywood on...