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Trending: Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party dates selling out · Wolfgang Puck Bar and Grill permanent closure at Disney Springs · Disney's Lakeshore Lodge preview and opening details for DVC members · Construction permits filed for Haunted Mansion at Magic Kingdom Latest developments: Magic Kingdom continues to see limited autumn availability as more dates for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party sell out, with September 20 and September 22 officially joining the unavailable nights for the 2026 event. Meanwhile, dining options at Disney Springs are changing as Wolfgang Puck Bar and Grill prepares to permanently close in the Town Center area on September 13, 2026, bringing the celebrity chef's nearly three-decade presence at the district to an end with no replacement yet announced. Looking ahead to 2027, Disney Vacation Club has unveiled the Member First Wave Experience preview stay, which allows eligible members to book a four-day, three-night stay at Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge from June 24 through June 27, 2027, ahead of the hotel's official opening on July 1. Finally, back at Magic Kingdom, another Notice of Commencement for general construction has been filed for Haunted Mansion following the completion of its recent months-long exterior refurbishment. Trending topics updated · 10:25 PMDisney News Now · August 30 
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Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill at Disney Springs Set to Permanently Close in September DVC Members Can Stay at Lakeshore Lodge Before It Opens, Here’s How
- New Disney Signature Home Blankets Bring Cozy Designs to Disneyland Disney is giving guests another way to bring a little magic home with a new collection of cozy blankets, now available in several colorful designs. Plush Navy Blanket – $69.99 One of the new designs is a deep navy blue plush blanket with an especially soft, fuzzy...
- Disney World Sells Out More Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Dates More Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Dates Sell Out at Magic Kingdom The spellbook is getting a little thinner for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Two more dates have now officially sold out for the 2026 event at Magic Kingdom, with September 20 and September 22 joining the growing list of nights...
- New Construction Permit Filed for Haunted Mansion at Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom Files New Permit for Haunted Mansion Just as Disney finished up months of extensive exterior refurbishment work at Magic Kingdom’s The Haunted Mansion, another Notice of Commencement has popped up in local public records. If you were hoping the 999 Happy Haunts were finally done hosting construction crews,...
- Yachtsman Steakhouse Reopens at Disney Yacht Club Resort With New Menu Items Yachtsman Steakhouse Reopens at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort With Two New Menu Items Yachtsman Steakhouse is back in business at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, and the longtime Walt Disney World dining favorite has returned with a couple of new dishes on the menu. The restaurant officially reopened on August 28...
- New Construction Permit Filed for Disney Skyliner at Hollywood Studios New Construction Permit Filed for Disney Skyliner Station at Hollywood Studios Some work may be on the horizon for the Disney Skyliner station at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. A new construction permit was filed on August 28, 2026, covering work at the Skyliner station located just outside the park. Related: Wolfgang...
- Wolfgang Puck Bar and Grill in Disney Springs to Permanely Close Wolfgang Puck Bar and Grill at Disney Springs Closing Permanently in September Another longtime Disney Springs dining location is preparing to serve its final meal. Wolfgang Puck Bar and Grill in the Town Center area of Disney Springs will permanently close on September 13, 2026. Related: DVC Members Can Stay...
- 7 Must-Eat Treats at Disney California Adventure for Halloween 2026 Disney has a ton of new delicious dishes, decadent desserts, and savory snacks for Halloween 2026 at Disneyland and California Adventure. In the name of research, we taste-tested many of these to scientifically determine which are the best. It took a lot of eating around the parks, but we’re sharing...
- Mickey, Minnie, and More Character Rubber Ducks Arrive at Disneyland Multiple Disney character rubber ducks are now available at Disneyland Resort. We found the ducks at Five & Dime at Disney California Adventure Park and World of Disney in Downtown Disney District. Mickey Mouse Rubber Duck — $4.99 The rubber duck features Mickey’s round ears along with...
- First Order Stormtrooper Bag and POP MART Star Wars Blind Boxes Arrive at Disneyland Resort Two new pieces of Star Wars merchandise have landed across Disneyland Resort, including a First Order-inspired bag and a POP MART blind-box figure collection. First Order Stormtrooper Waist Bag – $39.99 The white and black waist bag takes design cues from the armor worn by First Order...
- Ranking the Table-Service Restaurants at Disneyland Resort Today we continue our series of posts, ranking all of the Disney restaurants we’ve eaten at. I’ll turn my attention to table-service restaurants at Disneyland for this post. If you missed our Disneyland counter-service rankings, click here. These rankings include any restaurant we’ve eaten at in Disneyland,...
- Ranking the Table-Service Restaurants We’ve Eaten At – Walt Disney World One of our favorite series we’ve done on Wandering in Disney is ranking the table-service and counter-service restaurants at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. This post heads to the east coast, ranking Disney World’s table-service restaurants. This list does include signature restaurants (2-credits on the dining plan)....
- New Venom and Blue Spider-Bots Crawl Into Disneyland Spider-Man fans have some new robotic companions to add to their collections at Disneyland Resort. Venom Spider Bot – $99.99 The Venom Spider Bot features a features a black-and-white color scheme with Venom-like markings across its shell. Its large white eyes and toothy grin give it a...
- Star Wars Belt Bag and Magnet Arrive at Galaxy's Edge in Disneyland Star Wars merchandise featuring a Stormtrooper belt bag and a Resistance magnet has arrived at Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland. Stormtrooper Belt Bag – $39.99 This belt bag emulates the look of a Stormtrooper and is made of white nylon with black stitching and zipper details. Black and...
- Lizzie McGuire and Haunted Mansion Collared Soccer Jerseys Available at Magic Kingdom New collared soccer jerseys inspired by Lizzie McGuire and The Haunted Mansion are now available at Magic Kingdom. Lizzie McGuire Soccer Jersey – $64.99 The pink jersey features an allover floral pattern with “Lizzie McGuire” printed across the front in white. A small embroidered patch of Lizzie...
- This Week in Disney History (August 30 – September 5) August 30, 2005: Lilo & Stitch 2: Stitch Has a Glitch is released on DVD. August 31, 1998: Hercules the Animated Series premieres in syndication. September 1, 1983: Donald Duck Presents premieres on the Disney Channel. September 2, 1979: Big Thunder Mountain Railroad opens at Disneyland’s Frontierland. September 3, 2021:...
- The Turf Club Lounge Reopens August 31st at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort The Turf Club Lounge at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa will reopen tomorrow, August 31, 2026, giving guests another spot to enjoy a bite... The post The Turf Club Lounge Reopens August 31st at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort appeared first on...
- New Mug Handles Add a Touch of Character to Disney World Refillable Mugs If you purchase a refillable mug for your Disney World vacation, you now have a new way to show off a little more personality beyond... The post New Mug Handles Add a Touch of Character to Disney World Refillable Mugs appeared first...
- X-Men '97 Collection Now Available at Disneyland Resort The X-Men ’97 Collection from the Marvel Vault Collection, in collaboration with Heroes & Villains, is now available at Disneyland Resort. X-Men ’97 Bomber Jacket – $89.99 The front of the jacket features a blue nylon shell with gold, red, and white retro stripes. The X-Men logo...
- Why We Won’t Go to Disney World Without This $14 Item Again Some essentials you can grab on Amazon can literally save a Disney World vacation. LACOVIA Mini Fan If you’ve ever lost your mind trying to deal with the heat during a Disney World day, you’re definitely not alone. Trust us —...
- 6 Loungeflys to Buy If You Don’t Want to Wear the Same Park Bag Everyone Else Has in Disney World If you’re a Loungefly lover, chances are you probably have a pretty solid collection going. Loungefly bags in EPCOT But if you’re looking for a new Loungefly bag that you won’t see all around the parks, our favorite place to shop is on Amazon. We’ve rounded...
- Haunted Mansion Nano Scene Toy Set Brings Disneyland’s Antebellum Façade to the Magic Kingdom A new Jada Toys Nano Scene set brings a miniature Disneyland Haunted Mansion over to the East Coast for guests at Walt Disney World. Haunted Mansion Nano Scene — $34.99 The model recreates the attraction’s stately New Orleans Square façade, complete with its white columns, muted green...
- Trapped in the Rain: Why Disney World Forces Guests to Fight for Refunds After Canceled Events Central Florida thunderstorms are an unavoidable reality of any Walt Disney World vacation, routinely shutting down outdoor roller coasters and delaying afternoon parades. But when severe weather cancels a premium, separately purchased VIP experience, guests rightfully expect a seamless resolution. Unfortunately, for those...
- We Tried The Deathly Afraid Lanyard At Universal Halloween Horror Nights, And We Have THOUGHTS Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando has a reputation for bringing the scares to those people brave enough to buy a ticket to the event. Thanks to its themed haunted houses, scare zones, and scare actors just waiting to make people scream, some folks...
- It’s Taking Serious Self-Control Not to Order These 6 New Disney Souvenirs Today Both Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Oogie Boogie Bash have kicked off at Disney, so it’s officially spooky season! And what’s a better way to celebrate than some new Disney merch? ©Disney Disney just released a...
- Tokyo Disney Resort Reveals DisneySea 25th Anniversary Fall Merchandise Collection Tokyo Disney Resort has revealed a small merchandise collection that will be released this fall to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Tokyo DisneySea. Jacket – ¥9,500 This jacket for adults is reversible, featuring two different designs. One side is made with soft white fabric and has a...
- 17 Disney World Restaurants CHANGED This Week Well, we’ve certainly had our share of Disney World food this week, thanks to the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival, which runs through November 21st. In case you missed our coverage of the festival, you can read our reviews of all...
- Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill Closing Permanently at Disney Springs Next Month Wolfgang Puck's thirty year story at Disney Springs is coming to a close next month with the closure of Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill.What's Happening:Originally opening in the Town Center area of Disney Springs in November 2018, Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill is set to close forever in September.Specifically, the...
- PHOTOS, VIDEO: 'Stranger Things' Lagoon Show at Halloween Horror Nights 35 Instead of Haunt-O-Phonic/Ghoulish, Universal Orlando Resort is presenting a Stranger Things-inspired lagoon show during Halloween Horror Nights 35. “Stranger Things: Return to Hawkins” looks back on all five seasons of the show. “Stranger Things: Return to Hawkins” Lagoon Show The music. The monsters. The memories. In this...
- Disney Consumer Products Brings Its Biggest-Ever FAN EXPO Canada Booth to Toronto Disney Consumer Products made a big splash at FAN EXPO Canada this weekend, bringing an expanded fan experience to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre with a showcase dedicated to three of Disney’s biggest franchises: Star Wars, Marvel, and Pixar’s Toy Story. Running August 27 through 30, FAN...
- Tropical Americas Entrance and Mountain Backdrop Taking Shape at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Construction continues throughout Tropical Americas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, where the entrance, village buildings, and mountainous backdrop are becoming increasingly defined. Tropical Americas Construction Update The steel framework of the land’s main entry arch continues to take shape. Vertical studs fill the structure, while curved sections create...
- Go Inside Every 2026 Halloween Horror Nights House Halloween Horror Nights is OFFICIALLY underway at Universal Orlando, and this year’s collection of haunted houses is ready to deliver thrills, chills, and plenty of screams. Halloween Horror Nights From shorter waits on select attractions to exclusive menu items, 10 haunted...
- Changes to the Cheese: Emile’s Fromage Montage is Back With an Extra Step Emile’s Fromage Montage, a Food & Wine Festival staple that rewards you for eating cheese, is back with some changes...
- Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill at Disney Springs Set to Permanently Close in September Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill will permanently close at Disney Springs next month, bringing the celebrity chef’s nearly three-decade presence at the shopping and dining district to an end. Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill Closing Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill’s final day of operation will be Sunday,...
- Make-A-Wish Children Celebrated at Disneyland Paris During World Princess Week Make-A-Wish families from across Europe were invited to spend time with princesses and get the "regal treatment" at Disneyland Paris. The post Make-A-Wish Children Celebrated at Disneyland Paris During World Princess Week appeared first on WDW News Today.
- Disney World Hits a Price Ceiling: Why Magic Kingdom’s Big Halloween Event Isn’t Selling Out The fall season has officially descended upon Walt Disney World, bringing pumpkin wreaths to Main Street, U.S.A., and ushering in the return of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom. For years, this separately ticketed, after-hours event has been the undisputed crown jewel...
- After Three Decades, Wolfgang Puck’s Last Disney World Restaurant Is Closing for Good Wolfgang Puck has had three restaurants at Walt Disney World. The third and final of these locations is set to close soon, leaving the resort Puckless for the first time in nearly three decades. Here are full details about the permanent closure of Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill next month,...
- Aulani Resort Halloween 2026 Disney Pin Aulani Resort Halloween 2026 Disney Pin Aloha and Happy Halloween from Hawaii! Here is a look at the Halloween 2026 exclusive pin at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa! Limited edition of 3,500 and it released in August 2026....
- The Muppets Electric Mayhem Disney Pins by ArtLand The Muppets Electric Mayhem Disney Pins by ArtLand Here is a look at the new The Muppets Electric Mayhem Fine Art Disney pins by ArtLand! Two pins already released in this series and the remaining three feature Animal, Floyd and...
- New Disney Villains Booster Pin Set at Disney Parks New Disney Villains Booster Pin Set at Disney Parks Here is a look at the new Disney Villains booster pin set at Disney Parks! Open edition and the price is $44.99. Available at Disneyland and Walt Disney...
- D23 Spotlight Series: 55 Magical Years of Storytelling Pin D23 Spotlight Series: 55 Magical Years of Storytelling Pin Here is a look at the pin included with the D23 Spotlight Series: 55 Magical Years of Storytelling event! This event takes place on Sunday, October 4,...
- DFB Video: We Ate EVERYTHING at EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival 2026 We’ve done it all at this year’s EPCOT Food & Wine Festival, and we’re here to tell you exactly what’s worth your money and what you can skip. EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Passport Stick around, because we’ve...
- The Only Disney Springs Brunch That Comes With A FREE Mimosa Since we’re the Disney Food Blog, we know one or two things about Disney World dining — the best snacks in the parks and at the resorts, where to find the best hidden gems, and how to get the best bang...
- Rapunzel Crossbody Loungefly Arrives Online at Disney Store WDWNT LLC may be compensated if you make a purchase using certain links in this article. A new Rapunzel Loungefly Crossbody Bag is now available online at the Disney Store. Rapunzel Loungefly Crossbody Bag – $80 This Rapunzel Loungefly is inspired by Rapunzel’s signature purple dress from...
- DeSantis Blocked State Funds for Theme Parks, But Disney World’s Biggest Loophole Remains Legal Planning a Walt Disney World vacation is an increasingly expensive endeavor, and for Florida residents, state policy around public funds and theme parks just made national headlines. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently announced a sweeping expansion of restrictions governing how state assistance benefits...
- Get Early Labor Day Sales on Your Favorite Disney Loungeflys, LEGO, and More! Labor Day is almost here, but did you know you can catch some of the sales early on Amazon? We love this set! We’re sharing some of our favorite finds that we can’t live without on Amazon. From LEGO sets to Loungeflys and even some Crocs,...
- 7 Universal Monsters toys are coming to Sonic Wacky Packs Universal Monsters are creeping into Sonic Drive-In with seven new Wacky Pack toys to collect, including a stylized Dracula figure. The post 7 Universal Monsters toys are coming to Sonic Wacky Packs appeared first on Attractions Magazine.
- Rare Same-Day Ticket Availability for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Walt Disney World has rare same-day ticket availability for tonight’s August 30th Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Today’s availability sits alongside four September dates and five October dates, including three dates in the final two weeks of the season. Online same-day ticket availability is relatively rare for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween...
- TOM'S HONEST REVIEW: Is This The Best Halloween Horror Nights Ever? Halloween Horror Nights 35 kicked off at Universal Studios Florida on Friday, August 28. This anniversary brought back icons Jack the Clown and Dr. Oddfellow, plus IPs like Hellraiser, Sinners, and Stranger Things. Below are Tom’s thoughts on new changes to HHN, scare zones (including FORTNITEMARES), and...
- Headless Horseman, Maleficent, and Darth Maul 71 Jerseys Arrive at Walt Disney World The Headless Horseman, Maleficent, and Darth Maul are featured on villainous football jerseys available at Walt Disney World. The post Headless Horseman, Maleficent, and Darth Maul 71 Jerseys Arrive at Walt Disney World appeared first on WDW News Today.
- DVC Members Can Stay at Lakeshore Lodge Before It Opens, Here’s How Disney Vacation Club has unveiled the Member “First Wave” Experience, a preview stay that allows eligible Members to stay at Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge before the resort welcomes the general public. The four-day, three-night experience runs June 24 through 27, 2027, ahead of the hotel’s official opening on July 1,...
- NEW Disney+ Perk Includes FREE Cruise On The Treasure One of our favorite parts about being a Disney+ subscriber is the special perks that are released throughout the year. ©Disney+ There are usually new perks every month, and during the summer months, there have been numerous perks released multiple...
- Disney Cruise Line Very Merrytime Cruise Onboard Gifts Disney Cruise Line (DCL) offers a huge selection of onboard gifts you can order prior to your cruise. If you’re...
- (Review) SeaWorld Orlando’s Hotel Transylvania Monster Breakfast starts Halloween early Breakfast gets spooky at SeaWorld Orlando. We joined Drac, Mavis and the Hotel Transylvania crew for a morning Halloween party filled with character greetings, monster-themed food and a mini-show. The post (Review) SeaWorld Orlando’s Hotel Transylvania Monster Breakfast starts Halloween early appeared...
- DVC Members Can Stay at Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge Before Official Opening DVC Members Get Exclusive Early Access to Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge! Disney Vacation Club members, get your booking fingers ready! If you’ve been eagerly eyeing construction updates for Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge, Disney is giving members an exclusive opportunity to step inside before the rest of the world. Through a special Member...
- Disney Vacation Club to Host Exclusive Preview Event at Newest Resort Disney Vacation Club owners have an opportunity to attend a 3-day "First Wave" preview event prior to the opening of Disney's Lakeshore Lodge.
- Disneyland Resort Trip Planning Guide This post is an all-encompassing trip planning guide to Disneyland Resort. We also have the same style of guide for both Walt Disney World and Tokyo Disney Resort. These guides are updated a few times each year! Our planning guide will include our favorite times to go...
- Walt Disney World Trip Planning Guide Planning a trip to Walt Disney World can feel like a monumental task. The vacation kingdom has four theme parks, Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and countless other activities. To help you plan, we’ve created an all-encompassing guide to Disney World. Our...
- Formula 1 x Pixar's 'Cars' Merchandise Collection Now Available Online Disney and Formula 1 recently announced an extension of their collaboration at D23, marking the next chapter of the global program with the addition of a Pixar’s Cars merchandise collection. Select items from this collection are now available to purchase online at the Formula 1 shop. Men’s Italian Grand...
- First-Ever Zombie Bar Coming to Universal Studios Japan A zombie bar is coming soon to Universal Studios Japan during Halloween Horror Nights. First-Ever Zombie Bar at Universal Studios Japan The Wharf Cafe in the San Francisco area of the theme park has been transformed into “Zombie Bar,” which is a drink stand infested with crew...
- Frightening Fashion: Halloween Horror Nights 35 Celebrates this Year's Event with New Merchandise Halloween Horror Nights 35 is giving fans plenty of ways to take this year’s scares home with an extensive new merchandise collection.What’s Happening:Halloween Horror Nights is celebrating its 35th anniversary at Universal Orlando Resort, with the event taking over Universal Studios Florida on select nights from August 28 through November...
- REVIEW: 'Sinners' Haunted House Falls Flat at Halloween Horror Nights 35 Enter the world of Ryan Coogler’s Sinners at Halloween Horror Nights 35 in Universal Studios Florida. Note: There are spoilers for the house below. Location The Sinners house is in Sprung Tent 3 in the World Expo area. The entrance is between Men in Black: Alien Attack...
- Jack Kirby Plaque Goes Up in Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure Jack Kirby, co-creator of many of the most famous Marvel characters in history, now has a plaque in Avengers Campus at Disney’s California Adventure. The post Jack Kirby Plaque Goes Up in Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure appeared first on
- EPCOT Guests Evacuated From Popular Pavilion, Update Shared A routine afternoon at EPCOT took an unexpected turn for guests visiting World Showcase. Evacuations are not especially unusual at Walt Disney World Resort. Attractions, restaurants, hotels, and other guest areas can occasionally be cleared because of fire alarms, technical issues, medical emergencies, severe weather, or other safety concerns.
- Food & Wine Quick Reviews: France There are two new items at the France Food & Wine kitchen and we tried them both! This is one...
- Jim Cummings Reportedly Removed From Iconic Disney Role as Recast Begins Few Disney voice actors are as closely associated with their characters as Jim Cummings. For more than four decades, Cummings has built one of the company’s most recognizable voice-acting résumés. His Disney credits span Winnie the Pooh, Pete, Bonkers, Monterey Jack, Fat Cat, Ray in The Princess and the...
- PHOTOS: HamiKuma Meet and Greet at Halloween Horror Nights 35 HamiKuma, the Halloween Horror Nights mascot from Universal Studios Japan, has finally arrived at Universal Orlando Resort. During Halloween Horror Nights 35, attendees can meet him at Five & Dime in the Hollywood section of the park. HamiKuma Meet and Greet The meet and greet is set...
- 'Star Wars Rebels' Voice Cast Announced as Celebrity Guests for Star Wars Celebration 2027 The main voice cast for the animated show, Star Wars Rebels, will be making an appearance during next year’s Star Wars Celebration. Star Wars Celebration 2027 Celebrity Guests The latest Star Wars Celebration guest announcement includes the following celebrities: Fans of the show may notice one character...
- Details Announced for Restaurants Coming to Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge is still months away from opening, but we now have our first look at where guests will be eating when the new Disney Vacation Club resort welcomes its first visitors on July 1, 2027. Three dining locations have been named for the resort, including a table-service restaurant,...
- Disney Announces Reopening of Turf Club Lounge at Saratoga Springs Resort The Turf Club Lounge is getting back in the race at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa, reopening on August 31 following an extended refurbishment closure. The lounge will welcome guests daily from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM, with food available until 10:00 PM. Related: EPCOT Canada Pavilion Adds New...
- La Cava del Tequila Announces 17th Anniversary Cocktail Coming to EPCOT La Cava del Tequila Celebrates 17 Years at EPCOT with Special Anniversary Cocktail La Cava del Tequila is raising a glass to 17 years at EPCOT with a brand-new anniversary cocktail, and this one has been aging right along with the celebration. The popular tequila bar inside the Mexico pavilion...
- Universal Studios Japan $1.2-1.8B Park Expansion Could Be in the Works Universal Studios Japan may be planning to expand the theme park located in Osaka. This new project could total between 200 and 300 billion yen, which calculates to $1.2-$1.8 billion in U.S. dollars, per Nikkei. According to the newspaper, the park is looking to increase the number...
- Scaffolding Installed, Exterior Repainting Occurring at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Areas of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa have been undergoing refurbishments on and off for the past couple of years. During our latest visit to Disneyland Resort, we noticed work was happening on the outside of the hotel. Grand Californian Exterior Refurbishment We spotted the exterior...
- PHOTOS, VIDEO: 'Nightmare Fuel: Blood Noir' at Halloween Horror Nights 35 Nightmare Fuel: Blood Noir is a new version of the recurring stunt stage show at Halloween Horror Nights in Universal Studios Florida. Sword swallower Auzzy Blood is featured in this year’s show. Nightmare Fuel: Blood Noir Video Nightmare Fuel: Blood Noir Embark on a dark musical journey...
- Exploring Disney, Marvel, Star Wars at Fan Expo Canada’s Biggest Booths My first stop in the sprawling large Fan Expo Canada every year are the show partners, in the South Hall. Each taking up a sizeable footprint, they generally feature new [...]
- 142,000 Brick Clone Wars AT-RT Among Offerings from LEGO This year at Fan Expo Canada, you can mount an AT-RT walker used in the Clone Wars, or make a model of Grogu to take home with you. These two [...]
- Photos/Video: Toy Story, Star Wars, and Marvel Fun Arrive at Canada's Fan Expo Canada’s Fan Expo is in full force this weekend, and Disney Consumer Products was out showing off exciting products as part of the celebration. What’s Happening:This weekend, August 27-30, is Canada’s Fan Expo!The massive celebration brings fans from all over to celebrate their favorite franchises.Disney Consumer Products is also back...
- Disney World Expansion: Inside the New Details for Villains Land, Piston Peak, Tropical Americas, and Monstropolis Walt Disney Imagineering has officially pulled back the curtain on the massive slate of expansions heading to Walt Disney World, dropping a brand-new episode of their documentary series, We Call It Imagineering. Focusing entirely on the concept of “parkitecture,” the latest video offers fans a rare, behind-the-scenes look at...
- Haunted Mansion Holiday Pin, New Mystery Pin Packs, and Loungefly Bag Charms Arrive at Disneyland Resort Add to your pin collection with new Halloween-themed open edition and mystery pins, now available at Disneyland Resort while supplies last. Plus, we found new mystery Loungefly bag charms inspired by the iconic lands of Disney Parks. Mystery Loungefly Mickey and Friends Bag Charms – $25 This...
- The 7 Best Dishes at EPCOT Food & Wine Festival 2026 As invited media, Disney provided WDWNT with a $100 gift card for food and beverages, so a portion of the following coverage was hosted. As always, WDWNT will still provide our honest thoughts on all below. The 2026 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is underway, and here...
- Disney Just Revealed a NEW Souvenir Dropping Next Week — And It’s Going to Sell Out IMMEDIATELY Get ready to set your alarm — fans of Disney Halloween merch won’t want to miss this release! ©Disney Every Halloween season, we’re practically glued to our screens, checking out the latest merch drop online at the Disney...
- Haunted houses ranked | Halloween Horror Nights 2026 at Universal Orlando We ranked all 10 haunted houses at Halloween Horror Nights 2026, including “Hellraiser,” “Stranger Things Five” and “Ozzy Osbourne: Prince of Darkness.” The post Haunted houses ranked | Halloween Horror Nights 2026 at Universal Orlando appeared first on Attractions Magazine.
- This Item Makes Your Hotel Room 10X Better and Is Only $12 on Amazon Today These days, there are a lot of electronics that are essential to a Walt Disney World vacation. Smartphones, MagicBands, smartwatches, iPads, etc. This can lead to an overwhelming amount of wires and plugs in a family’s hotel room. Flat Plug Power Strip That’s where this Amazon...
- One of Our Favorite Disney World Hotel Perks Is BACK It’s time to CELEBRATE, and celebrate BIG, because a popular transportation option in Disney World is finally back open. Back open! Over at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, you’re located in the EPCOT Resorts area, meaning you’re super close to a bunch of other...
- Disney Granted Patents for Transforming Pirate Animatronic Technology Used on Pirates of the Caribbean at Disneyland - This and More In The Top 10 Stories of the Week for August 29, 2026 See what everyone’s talking about this week! We’ve pulled together the top news and videos from the last seven days to make sure you haven’t missed any of this week’s most-viewed stories. The Top 10 Most-Viewed Stories of the Week Here’s your Top Story Weekly Recap of...
- New Passageway Between Cars Land and Avengers Campus Opens at Disney California Adventure Guests can once again travel directly between Cars Land and Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure. Cars Land and Avengers Campus Connector The new passageway connecting the two lands opened on Saturday, August 29. The route had been closed since April 2025 to accommodate construction related to...
- Theme Park Enjoyment Index for AUGUST 2026 (Disney’s D23 Expo, Dolly Parton R.I.P.) The Theme Park Enjoyment Index (TPEI) is a monthly look at the events that have made an impact, both positive...
- Just When I Thought I Was Done Buying Park Bags…Disney Drops THESE Can you really ever have too many park bags? Between the Loungeflys, the Dooney & Bourke bags, the Vera Bradley bags…well, they’re all so much fun and have such unique designs. We’ll admit we’re the type of people who might have a different park bag every day, depending on our...
- Our Review of 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Now in its 30th Year Our Review of the 2026 Epcot Food & Wine Festival It is officially one of our favorite times of the year at Walt Disney World! The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival has returned, and this year is particularly special—it is officially celebrating its milestone 30th Anniversary. Running from August...
- Salt & Straw Surrounded by Construction Walls, Awnings Being Replaced at Downtown Disney During our latest visit to Disneyland Resort, we noticed exterior work occurring outside the Salt & Straw and WonderGround Gallery locations in Downtown Disney. Salt & Straw Refurbishment Construction walls featuring colorful blocks of red, orange, green, blue, and purple panels have been installed around the entrance...
- Disneyland Hosts Free ‘Main Street on Your Street’ Celebration for Anaheim Residents Disneyland Resort pixie-dusted the magic of Disney across Anaheim, California, for all residents to enjoy. The post Disneyland Hosts Free ‘Main Street on Your Street’ Celebration for Anaheim Residents appeared first on WDW News Today.
- All the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Essentials You Need on Amazon Heads up, Disney Foodies! If you’re heading to EPCOT’s International Food & Wine Festival, you need to prepare! The EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival Right now, you can find everything you need to build a perfect Food & Wine starter kit for the fall! ...
- I’ve Made Peace With Skipping Every Other Freebie at EPCOT After Hours for Just This One We aren’t ashamed to admit that this freebie is one of our FAVORITE things about Disney After Hours at EPCOT! EPCOT Want to enjoy attractions, entertainment, character greetings, and select free snacks and drinks for three hours, all with minimal crowds? Then the...
- Disney’s Controversial ‘Star Wars’ Choice Could Be Reversed With Rise of the Resistance Replacement One of Disney’s biggest Star Wars gambles is back under the microscope – and fans may finally have their solution. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance has spent more than six years as one of Disney’s premier attractions. The technologically ambitious ride mixes enormous physical sets, a trackless ride system,...
- REVIEW: We Don’t Care That It’s a Slushy, This EPCOT Food & Wine Treat Is Way Better Than We Expected Come with us as we stop by Block & Hans in EPCOT’s American Adventure Pavilion to check out this year’s special EPCOT Food & Wine Festival addition! Block & Hans
- Disney World Facing Legal Consequences After Guest Suffers Ride-Related “Dental Injuries” ...
- REVIEW: Why We’re RUNNING To EPCOT’s America Pavilion For Dessert It’s Food & Wine Festival time, and we’re headed to one of the most popular spots each year — the Funnel Cakes kiosk in the American Adventure Pavilion! This year-round spot is once again serving up a special Festival funnel cake!
- DFB Video: Latest Disney News: EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival, Halloween Horror Nights, Lakeshore Lodge Opening Date, & MORE EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival is finally here, we’ve got an opening date for Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge, the Disney World monorail just got a voice update from Walt Disney himself, Disney filed patents that could change how you talk to characters AND pick your rides, and Disney Cruise Line just...
- All October Dates Now Sold Out for Oogie Boogie Bash 2026 Before we even had a chance to flip the calendar from August to September, tickets for Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney California Adventure have sold out for the month of October. Sold Out Dates According to the official Disneyland Resort website, tickets for October 22 and 27 are...
- 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' is America's Most-Streamed Movie Following its release on Disney+, The Devil Wears Prada 2 has topped the US streaming charts. The post 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' is America's Most-Streamed Movie appeared first on WDW News Today.
- Disney, Universal Turn to Fortnite to Capture New Demographic for Theme Parks The future is video games, and both Disney and Universal are leveraging partnerships with Epic Games and the Fortnite video game to capture a new demographic at their theme parks. Last night was the opening night of Halloween Horror Nights, and Universal debuted an all-new scarezone featuring Fortnite. More...
- 7 Walmart Candles to Make Your House Smell Like Disney World When we’re not at Disney World, we try to make it seem like we are by lighting a candle and acting like our living room is actually like we’re taking a ride on Pirates of the Caribbean! Pirates...
- La Cava Celebrates 17 Years With A $17 Old Fashioned La Cava del Tequila turns 17 years old today (August 29th), and one of our favorite bars on Walt Disney...
- ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Faces Huge Edit as Marvel Removes Nearly 20% of Film Marvel’s next Avengers movie is getting closer to theaters, but it sounds like it’s currently nowhere near screen-ready. Avengers: Doomsday is arguably Marvel Studios’ biggest cinematic event since Avengers: Endgame (2019). Joe and Anthony Russo are back behind the camera, while Robert Downey Jr. returns to the MCU...
- Six Flags Magic Mountain Closes Massive Ride After Two Riders Suffer Severe Brain Injuries Six Flags Magic Mountain’s X2 roller coaster remains temporarily closed after two women suffered severe brain hemorrhages within six days of each other following rides on the extreme coaster in Valencia, California. CNN reported that both women lost consciousness and required emergency brain surgery, while physicians who...
- Disney Files New Haunted Mansion Permit After Major Magic Kingdom Refurbishment Disney has filed another Haunted Mansion permit at Magic Kingdom, extending the construction story around one of Walt Disney World Resort’s most recognizable attractions just weeks after its months-long exterior refurbishment appeared to wrap up. The new Notice of Commencement describes the work only as “General Construction,” leaving the exact...
- Reference to Original Redhead Character Added to Pirates of the Caribbean at Disneyland Resort A reference to a character from the original version of Pirates of the Caribbean was recently added to the Disneyland version of the attraction. Who is the Redhead? The Redhead character came from the mind of Disney artist Marc Davis while he was working on the original...
- 'Star Wars Zero Company' Earns Highest Metacritic Score for a Star Wars Game in 22 Years The recently released single-player turn-based game set during the Clone Wars has hit a Star Wars video game milestone with its high initial user ratings. Star Wars Zero Company Earns High Metacritic Score As of Thursday, August 27, the Metacritic score for Star Wars Zero Company was...
- This NEW Universal Show Was Worth a Ticket Just for the Soundtrack It’s that time of year again! Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights is back for another year of iconic seasonal frights, and this year the event features a brand-new lagoon show! Stranger...
- NEW Haunted Mansion x Stoney Clover Collection Released If there’s one attraction I have to hide every Halloween season, it’s the Haunted Mansion. Well, of course I ride it all year round, but it hits a little different during the fall. ©Disney Stoney Clover and Disney have teamed up to release a brand-new Haunted...
- Is Off-Season Dead at Disney World? One of my pet peeves is claims among Walt Disney World fans that “there’s no such thing as off-season anymore at Walt Disney World.” The argument is that it’s now busy year-round, with no respite from heavy crowds and high wait times. As I’ve countered on countless occasions, this is...
- How to Save Money Renting Disney Vacation Club Points These money-saving tips for renting Disney Vacation Club points will get you Deluxe Resort rooms during your vacation at Walt Disney World, Disneyland or beyond. DVC rental is safe, easy, and cheaper than standard hotels. It’s also a great way to “test drive” before buying a membership. For those who...
- NEW Food & Wine Festival Exhibit Coming to EPCOT Next Month The 2026 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival has officially begun, and there’s still SO MUCH to look forward to! Pork Tenderloin from Bramblewood Bites This year’s EPCOT Food & Wine Festival kicked off on August...
- How to Do Split Stays at Disney World Hotels Doing a resort split stay at Walt Disney World is great for trying two hotels or splurging on a luxury or Club Level accommodations. It can also be leveraged for proximity to the parks, making transportation, Early Entry, Extended Evening Hours, and midday breaks all easier! This covers strategy, tips...
- Construction Permit Filed for Disney Skyliner's Hollywood Studios Station Disney recently filed a permit for upcoming construction work on the Skyliner Station at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Permit Filed for Disney Skyliner The permit grants the Buena Vista Construction Company the right to “provide labor, material, and/or electrical for construction.” The permit was filed on the morning...
- New $150 Fireworks Dining Package at EPCOT Walt Disney World has a new fireworks dining package for Luminous: Symphony of Us at EPCOT and ADRs are now open! This post covers full details about this $150 multi-course meal in the Japan pavilion for World Showcase Lagoon’s nighttime spectacular, along with our commentary about this upcharge offering. For...
- NEW Exclusive Discount Released For Disneyland Tickets! We’re getting closer and closer to one of the most expensive times of the year, the holiday season, and that means it’s extra important to many people to be saving as much as possible each and every day.
- Imagineers Revise Heights in Piston Peak & Villains Land, Reveal Dark Avenue Details in Monstropolis & More Walt Disney World has taken us behind the construction walls in the latest episode of “We Call It Imagineering,” for a look at action on the architecture in Villains Land, Tropical Americas, Monstropolis, and the Piston Peak Cars Land, as well as Lakeshore Lodge and legacy lands around the parks....
- MarvelBlog News for August 28th, 2026 This week: The Avengers flex their drawing power, while Disney+ course-corrects. We’ve got a lot to discuss in this week’s MarvelBlog News. Party Like It’s 2019 Before the year began, Marvel announced a re-release... The post MarvelBlog News for August 28th, 2026...
- Netflix Confirms the ‘Stranger Things’ Cast Is Returning Netflix isn’t letting its Stranger Things characters disappear from Hawkins just yet. The streamer has confirmed that the cast of Stranger Things: Tales From ’85 (2026) will return for a second season, bringing several familiar characters back for another animated adventure. The original live-action series concluded with its fifth...
- Disney World’s Controversial Cake Bake Restaurant Has an Unexpected Highlight That Is Not Dessert. The Cake Bake Shop Restaurant is a new table service dining experience and bakery at Walt Disney World, within walking distance of EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. This review covers our meal at this costly and controversial new eatery, whether it’s worth your time and money, guest types to whom it’ll...
- Walt Disney World's Turf Club Lounge Announces Reopening Date The Turf Club Lounge at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa has been closed for several months for refurbishment, but the end is in sight.What's Happening: In a post on the official Disney Parks Twitter account it was announced that The Turf Club Lounge will reopen for guests starting August...
- Disney Vacation Club Members Invited to Be Among First Guests at Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge Disney Vacation Club members will have an exclusive opportunity to be among the very first guests to experience Walt Disney World’s newest resort hotel, as Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge prepares to welcome its first guests in summer 2027.What’s Happening:Disney Vacation Club has announced a new “First Wave” Member Experience, giving eligible...
- Theater Company Hired for Antonio’s Fiesta de Encanto Ride at Disney’s Animal Kingdom InterAmerica Stage Brought On for Disney’s Antonio’s Fiesta de Encanto Ride Work on Antonio’s Fiesta de Encanto is moving right along as construction gears up for the new Tropical Americas land taking over DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. To help bring the magical Madrigal home to life, Walt Disney...
- Dining & Dessert Parties at 2026 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Walt Disney World is bringing back dessert parties during the 2026 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom. This post shares details about the dining options available to event guests, along with the quality of these viewing locations for watching the Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks. Before delving into the...
- Hobbiton Movie Set Tour Review We’re exchanging theme parks for The Shire today! Earlier this year, we had the chance to visit New Zealand and one of the most memorable nights of the trip included the Evening Banquet Tour at the Hobbiton Movie Set. This location is where Peter Jackson filmed The...
Theme Park News & Rumors
- Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2026: Tonight's Party Has Not Sold Out — Breaking a Multi-Year Streak The August 30 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party night went ahead with tickets still...
- Disney World Drops New Update, Moves Up Timeline To Open Monsters Inc. Land Walt Disney World is wasting little time bringing one of its biggest upcoming expansions to life. Disney’s...
- Why We Won’t Go to Disney World Without This $14 Item Again It's tough to get through a hot Disney World day without this essential!
- No Show, No Refund? How Disney World Forces Guests Into Hours-Long Lines After Rain Cancels Major Events Florida’s unpredictable weather is a rite of passage for Walt Disney World guests, but what happens when...
- Disney Introduces New $150 Fireworks Experience at EPCOT EPCOT guests looking for a different way to end their night at Walt Disney World now have...
- Walt Disney World Confirms New Restrictions for Bus, Skyliner, and Boats Getting around Walt Disney World has always required at least a little planning, but several recent transportation...
- 17 Disney World Restaurants CHANGED This Week Disney World restaurant menus changed this week!
- REVIEW: Disney World FINALLY Reopened This Restaurant, and We’re Already Planning Another Visit Did the refurbishment at Yachtsman Steakhouse change the dining experience? Let's find out!
- The Disney World News We CAN’T Shut Up About 4 changes hit Disney World this week, and we can't stop talking about them!
- Why We’re Booking a 7 PM Dinner Reservation in EPCOT We're booking dinner at 7 PM on our EPCOT After Hours night, and there's a VERY good reason. Here's how...
Latest Walt Disney Photos
- PHOTOS: The NEW Galaxy’s Edge Jack-o’-Lantern Debuted at Disneyland’s Partners Statue! Happy Halloween from Disneyland Resort! Halloween Time has officially taken over the parks, bringing...
- PHOTOS: Main Street Cinema Reopens at Disneyland A classic Disneyland attraction is welcoming guests once again! Main Street Cinema has reopened on Main Street, U.S.A., following a...
- DVC Members Can Stay at Disney's Lakeshore Lodge Before Official Opening DVC Members Get Exclusive Early Access to Disney's Lakeshore Lodge! Disney Vacation Club...
- PHOTOS: DCA’s Avengers Campus and Cars Land Walkway Is OPEN! We’re spending our weekend at Disneyland Resort! We’re catching up on everything we missed over the past week, from Halloween arrivals to...
- Theater Company Hired for Antonio's Fiesta de Encanto Ride at Disney's Animal Kingdom InterAmerica Stage Brought On for Disney's Antonio's Fiesta de Encanto Ride Work on...
- Walt Disney Imagineering Shows Off Avengers Campus Expansion, Magic Of Disney Animation, And More In New Pardon Our Pixie Dust Video There's a lot of work happening right now at Disney Parks, and while...
- Photos: EPCOT's Miniature Railway Celebrates International Food & Wine Festival The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is here and while this year's...
- PHOTOS: There’s SO Much Delicious Merch on the Menu at 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival! Greetings, everyone, from the 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival! Yes,...
- PHOTOS: The 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Passport Has ALL You Need to Know! Delicious news just in from Walt Disney World: the 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival has officially begun!
- PHOTOS: The Grand Californian’s ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ Display Arrived! When it comes to Halloween Time, Disneyland Resort pulls out all the stops.
Universal & Epic Universe Strategy
- 4 New Girls Crew Styles for Harry Potter Fans If you're planning a trip to Universal, we've got some beautiful new Harry Potter jewelry you have...
- PHOTOS, VIDEO: 'Stranger Things' Lagoon Show at Halloween Horror Nights 35 Instead of Haunt-O-Phonic/Ghoulish, Universal Orlando Resort is presenting a Stranger Things-inspired lagoon show during Halloween Horror Nights...
- Construction Permit Filed for Disney Skyliner's Hollywood Studios Station - In Today's Daily Recap for 8/29/2026 Disney recently filed a permit for upcoming construction work on the Skyliner Station at Disney’s Hollywood Studios....
- REVIEW: Halloween Horror Nights 2026 Halloween Horror Nights is turning 35, and Universal Orlando is celebrating in a way it never has...
- PHOTOS, VIDEO: 'Nightmare Fuel: Blood Noir' at Halloween Horror Nights 35 Nightmare Fuel: Blood Noir is a new version of the recurring stunt stage show at Halloween Horror...
- Cars Piston Peak National Park Structures Were Shortened by Imagineers to Keep Magic Kingdom Sightlines Clear - In Today's Daily Recap for 8/28/2026 Imagineers have revealed that Piston Peak National Park structures were shortened to keep the sightlines of Magic...
- Cars Already Gone From Fast & Furious: Supercharged Queue at Universal Studios Florida Crews have already removed the cars from the Fast & Furious: Supercharged queue at Universal Studios Florida....
- 'Nightmare Fuel' and 'Stranger Things' Lagoon Showtimes Revealed for Halloween Horror Nights 35 Showtimes are now available for Nightmare Fuel: Blood Noir and Stranger Things: Return to Hawkins at Universal...
- Dead Coconut Club Harvest Is A Halloween Must-Do at CityWalk The Dead Coconut Club has returned to CityWalk with theme “Harvest”. Step into Midweston’s 35th Anniversary Harvest...
- Map of Halloween Horror Nights 35 at Universal Orlando Resort A map of Halloween Horror Nights 35 offerings is now available in the Universal Orlando Resort app....