Top Disney Headlines: Today’s Rumors & Park News
- Big Top Souvenirs Gets New Roof, Pete's Silly Sideshow Prepares for Reopening at Magic Kingdom
Crews have installed a new tent roof on Big Top Souvenirs in Magic Kingdom and are getting Pete’s Silly Sideshow ready for an imminent reopening. Storybook Circus Refurbishment Big Top Souvenirs closed in late February for refurbishment. The tent exterior had been fully removed by mid March.... - Pirates of the Caribbean Exterior Queue Repaint Nearly Complete
Crews are almost done repainting the exterior queue of Pirates of the Caribbean at Disneyland. The project is part of an overall refurbishment of the ride, which has been closed since early May. Pirates of the Caribbean Queue Repaint We saw a crew member putting the final... - BREAKING: Disney's Grand Floridian Gingerbread House Permanently Retired Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort gingerbread house will not return for the 2026 holiday season, or any future years as Disney is permanently retiring it. Instead of bringing the fan-favorite gingerbread house back to the resort this year, Disney’s culinary teams will instead create new miniature holiday displays...
- Mickey Elf Shake & More Returning to Disneyland Resort for 2026 Holidays Disneyland Resort confirmed select treats returning for the 2026 holiday season beginning on November 18. Returning Holiday Food Mickey Elf Shake (at Schmoozies!): Mint and chocolate cookie shake with green whipped topping and crushed peppermint candy Fried Chicken Cone (at Cozy Cone Motel: Chili Cone Queso): Chopped...
- Disney Data Dump June 24 2026 A few weeks ago I called this the slowest start to summer since 2014. Then the crowds got even lower....
- Disney Holiday Celebrations Announced Disney has announced that the holiday season in Walt Disney World will take place November 13, 2026 to January 6,...
- New Charts! Hotel Satisfaction Over Time Today we’re releasing new charts showing guest hotel satisfaction over time for Disney and Universal resorts. These join our previously-released...
- NEW Florida Resident Hotel Discount Announced for Disney World Florida Residents can save big this holiday season at Disney World!
- Disney World Permanently Retires Grand Floridian Gingerbread House The traditional gingerbread house will not return to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. The gingerbread house display has been permanently retired. Instead, the resort’s culinary team is changing how it decorates for the holiday season. Disney has confirmed the change, with more details expected to be announced at a later...
- The ‘Selective Splurge’: Why Travelers Are Cutting Costs Everywhere Except the Hotel A recent survey found that travelers are prioritizing quality over quantity with their 2026 vacation plans.
- Why Every Disney Adult Is Rushing to Amazon for Oura Rings Oura Rings are the best fitness tracker to wear to Disney World and other vacations!
- EVERYTHING Returning For The 2026 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Disney just announced everything coming back for the 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays!
- CONFIRMED: Haunted Mansion Holiday Returns to Disneyland + MORE Disneyland just announced new details for the holiday season!
- BRAND-NEW Haunted House Announced for Halloween Horror Nights We're going wild for this new zoo-themed haunted house coming to Halloween Horror Nights!
- Resort Gingerbread Displays Missing From 2026 Walt Disney World Holiday Announcements Resort hotel gingerbread displays are mysteriously absent from Walt Disney World’s 2026 holiday announcements. Every year, select Walt Disney World resorts display special gingerbread creations. All Disney had to say in their Disney Parks Blog post about the 2026 holiday season was, “For guests staying at the...
- Disneyland Confirms 2026 Return of "it's a small world" & Cars Land Holiday Ride Overlays Disneyland Resort confirmed the return of their 2026 holiday ride overlays after already announcing Haunted Mansion Holiday would be back in time for Halloween. “it’s a small world” Holiday at Disneyland park “it’s a small world” Holiday remains a seasonal must-do, drawing guests back year after year for...
- Disney Starlight Parade Will Not Perform on Nights With Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party in 2026 Just like last year, Disney confirmed that Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away will not perform at Magic Kingdom on the same evenings as Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Disney Starlight and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party It will be scheduled as normal for non-party nights. The...
- Walt Disney World Special Hotel Offers for 2026 Holiday Season Walt Disney World announced various special offers available for guests visiting during the holiday season, which officially runs from November 13, 2026 through January 6, 2027. Special Holiday Offers Celebrate the best time of the year in the Disney Resorts Collection. Staying on property comes with conveniences...
- Christmas Decorations Returning to Walt Disney World Resorts in 2026 Walt Disney World announced 2026 holiday offerings include the return of Christmas decorations to resort hotels. Holidays at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels Disney Resorts hotels will also be decorated with Christmas trees and other decor. There will be holiday music and themed food and beverage items,...
- Christmas Tree Stroll, Santa Claus Meet & Greet, and More Returning to Disney Springs for 2026 Holidays In addition to Christmas shopping, Disney Springs at Walt Disney World will have its returning Christmas Tree Stroll, nightly snowfall, live entertainment, and a Santa Claus meet and greet. Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll A series of decorated Christmas trees inspired by Disney, Pixar, and Star Wars...
- Tree of Life Awakenings Holiday, Merry Menagerie, and More Disney's Animal Kingdom Offerings for 2026 Season Merry Menagerie will be back at Disney’s Animal Kingdom this holiday season, alongside “Tree of Life Awakenings Holiday Edition” and Mickey and Minnie in holiday attire. The Walt Disney World holiday season is November 13, 2026 through January 6, 2027. Merry Menagerie Merry Menagerie sees artisan-sculpted puppets...
- 2026 Holidays at Disney's Hollywood Studios Bring Projection Show, Festive Finale for Frozen Show, and More Walt Disney World has announced the dates and details for their 2026 holiday season, which includes several returning offerings for Disney’s Hollywood Studios. 2026 Holiday Offerings at Disney’s Hollywood Studios The Walt Disney World holiday season runs from November 13, 2026 through January 6, 2027. Decorations will...
- Disney World Reveals 2026 Holiday Offerings for Theme Parks, Resorts, and More Though it’s only June, the holidays will arrive at Walt Disney World sooner than we think. The 2026 season brings merry magic to the theme parks, resorts, and Disney Springs. From November 13 through January 6, 2027, get ready to deck the halls as Walt Disney World comes to...
- 2026 Magic Kingdom Holiday Season Guide Magic Kingdom is gearing up for the holidays again, and the holiday season runs long this year. Disney has confirmed its holiday offerings stretch from November 13 through January 6, 2027, once again turning Main Street USA and Cinderella Castle into the park’s busiest stretch of festive real estate....
- I’m a Chronic Overpacker — But I Just Packed for a Full Week at Disney World in One Carry-On Here's what actually made a full week at Disney World fit into a single carry-on, and more importantly, why each of these items earned its spot in my bag.
- Dates Announced for the 2026 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays Walt Disney World has announced dates for the 2026 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays. This year’s festival will run from November 27th through December... The post Dates Announced for the 2026 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays appeared first on
- Dates Announced for 2026 Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney Jollywood Nights returns to Disney’s Hollywood Studios this holiday season. This will be the fourth year the park has hosted an extra-ticketed seasonal party.... The post Dates Announced for 2026 Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios appeared first on Resorts...
- Dates Announced for the 2026 Holiday Season at Walt Disney World Dates have been announced for the upcoming 2026 holiday season at Walt Disney World. This year’s holiday season kicks off on November 13th and will... The post Dates Announced for the 2026 Holiday Season at Walt Disney World appeared first on
- Chip and Dale Greet Guests at the Palm Courtyard Near Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s Entrance Chip and Dale are now meeting guests at a new location at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. While this offering is listed in the character section of... The post Chip and Dale Greet Guests at the Palm Courtyard Near Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s Entrance appeared...
- Tomorrowland Snack Location Added to Magic Kingdom's Mobile Order Options A new Mobile Order option has appeared on the My Disney Experience app at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom.What's Happening:Those visiting the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World have another option to choose from when using the Mobile Order service via the My Disney Experience app.Located in Tomorrowland, Walt Disney...
- Once Upon a Christmastime: 2026 Dates and Details Revealed for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Hot off the heels of getting all the details on Disney Jollywood Nights for 2026, we also have all the details for this year’s edition of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at the Magic Kingdom.What’s Happening:Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a separately ticketed event that celebrates the most wonderful...
- Disney Jollywood Nights Returns for Longest Season Yet, Extending into January for First Time It's Halfway to the Holidays, where we're finding out about everything that Walt Disney World has to offer for the 2026 holiday season – including the return of Disney Jollywood Nights!What’s Happening:Jollywood Nights is a separately ticketed event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios that combines old Hollywood glam with festive fun...
- “Supergirl” review: DC’s cosmic adventure feels like the franchise’s answer to “Guardians of the Galaxy” Milly Alcock shines in "Supergirl," a space-faring adventure that expands the new DC Universe with strong characters, emotional stakes, and plenty of cosmic action. The post “Supergirl” review: DC’s cosmic adventure feels like the franchise’s answer to “Guardians of the Galaxy” appeared...
- Madlands: Caged Cannibals haunted house for Halloween Horror Nights 35 (2026) A defunct zoo overrun by warring cannibal factions serves as the setting for the latest original haunted house announced for Halloween Horror Nights 35. The post Madlands: Caged Cannibals haunted house for Halloween Horror Nights 35 (2026) appeared first on Attractions...
- Walt Disney World Christmas holiday season expands for 2026 Walt Disney World's 2026 holiday season will be longer than last year's celebration, with festive offerings scheduled from Nov. 13 through Jan. 6 and Disney Jollywood Nights expanding into January for the first time. The post Walt Disney World Christmas holiday season...
- REVIEW: We Weren’t Expecting a Flatbread to be One of Our Favorite Meals In Dollywood, But Here We Are From a southern take on carbonara to surprisingly great flatbreads, check out our full dinner review from High Note in Dollywood!
- 2026 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays: Dates & Details Announced The wrapping paper has been removed, and Disney has confirmed the dates and full lineup for the 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. World Showcase storytellers, the Candlelight Processional, Holiday Kitchens, and a Gingerbread Spaceship Earth display all return for another season. Here’s what’s coming back, and what’s...
- This Popular Magic Kingdom Snack Spot Got a HUGE Change A big change has come to a popular snack spot at Magic Kingdom!
- Disney Reveals DATES for the 2026 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Disney just announced the dates for the 2026 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays!
- Disney Cruise Line 'Behind The Attraction' Specials Now Streaming on Disney+ The third season of Behind the Attraction, consisting of two specials about Disney Cruise Line, is now streaming on Disney+. Disney Cruise Line Behind the Attraction Specials Watch the trailer for the season below: The first episode focuses on the Disney Cruise Line origin story while the...
- Retro 'Twilight Zone Tower of Terror' Mickey T-Shirt at Walt Disney World Disney has resurrected a vintage Twilight Zone Tower of Terror t-shirt design featuring Mickey Mouse. Retro Tower of Terror T-Shirt – $32.99 The old artwork depicts Mickey at the partially-open elevator doors. Purple lightning crackles inside the elevator shaft, where a broken cable dangles. Below the art...
- How Disney Experiences' Economic Impact Reaches All 50 States From working with small business to the debut of Soarin’ Across America, Disney Experiences’ economic impact affects all 50 states, the company shared in honor of America’s 250th Independence Day. Disney Experiences’ Economic Impact In the U.S., Disney Experiences generates nearly $67 billion in annual economic impact,...
- Disney Announces HUGE App Update Coming Soon New changes are coming to the Disney Store app.
- The Disney World App Just Got a Game-Changing Update The Disney World app just got a HUGE change!
- I Never Thought I Would Try This in Magic Kingdom, But It Made My Day 10x Better We're sharing one of our favorite underrated things to do in Magic Kingdom!
- Mark Your Calendars! We Know When Christmas Starts at Disney World Disney World just announced when the holidays are returning!
- QUIZ: Which Toy Story 5 Character Are You? Are you a loyal cowboy, a trailblazing sheriff, or a freshly charged potty-training toy with a chip on your shoulder? Take our quiz to find out which Toy Story 5 character matches your personality.
- Haunted Mansion Starbucks Tumbler With Bat Charm at Walt Disney World A new Haunted Mansion Starbucks tumbler has appeared at Walt Disney World, and it comes with an added Easter egg charm for the fan-favorite attraction. Haunted Mansion Starbucks Travel Tumbler – $49.99 The travel tumbler has a dark, nearly black base color covered in an all-over Haunted...
- Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 2026 Dates & Details, Confirmed Entertainment Disney announced the dates and details for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2026 at Magic Kingdom. The event will take place on select nights in November and December. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2026 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a separately ticketed holiday event at Magic Kingdom...
- Temporary Ghiradelli Location Signage Up at Disney Springs Signage has appeared for the temporary Ghiradelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop location at Disney Springs. Ghiradelli’s permanent location will soon close for renovation. Temporary Ghiradelli Location Ghiradelli will temporarily take over the former Sprinkles Cupcakes location. Sprinkles closed permanently at the beginning of the year. The...
- BREAKING: Disney Jollywood Nights Extending Into January 2027, Dates & Entertainment Confirmed Disney World has revealed the dates and details for Disney Jollywood Nights 2026 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Jollywood Nights is a separately ticketed event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios that combines old Hollywood glam with festive fun each November and December (and for the first time: January) . Guests...
- Disney's Wilderness Lodge Air Conditioning Turned Off for Maintenance After a week of problems, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is purposefully turning off their air conditioning on Wednesday morning for maintenance. Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Air Conditioning Turned Off A guest in a Wilderness Lodge Facebook group shared a photo of an informational sign at the resort reading: Pardon...
- The Awkward Reason People Over 5’ 8” Should Avoid This Magic Kingdom Ride Certain rides are hard on the knees...
- NEWS: Disney Announces Pricing for Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios Jollywood Nights tickets got another PRICE INCREASE this year!
- DATES ANNOUNCED for 2026 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Disney World We've got the dates for this year's Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party!
- YIKES. Prices Announced for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Tickets in Disney World We know ALL the prices for the 2026 Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party tickets!
- CONFIRMED: Everything Announced for 2026 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Disney World Planning to go to Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party this year? Here's EVERYTHING you'll be able to experience!
- Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2026: Dates, Details, Ticket Prices, and More Magic Kingdom has just locked in its holiday season. Disney announced the full lineup for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, the separately ticketed event that takes over the park on select nights this fall and winter. Tickets go on sale soon, with a passholder discount attached. Here’s what Disney...
- 6 Exclusive Disney Prime Day Deals On Amazon Amazon Prime Day is bringing Disney fans TONS of good items!
- Paramount Abandons ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem’ Despite Box Office Success and Planned Sequel While Paramount continues developing new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movies, video games, comics, and merchandise, the studio is now leaning into the franchise’s most iconic incarnation to drive its latest expansion.
- 2026 Dates Revealed for Jollywood Nights at Disney World Who's ready to go to Jollywood Nights this year?
- JUST ANNOUNCED: Everything Confirmed for 2026 Jollywood Nights at Disney World Jollywood Nights is BACK for 2026, and here's EVERYTHING you'll be able to experience!
- Disney Jollywood Nights 2026: Dates, Details, Ticket Prices, and More Disney’s Hollywood Studios is bringing back its Disney Jollywood Nights holiday party for another season, and the 2026 run stretches further than before. The separately ticketed event pairs old Hollywood glamour with festive entertainment, specialty food, and shorter ride waits. Disney has confirmed dates, ticket windows, shows, and a...
- Magic Kingdom Annual Passholder Reservations Hit Capacity for the 4th of July Magic Kingdom Fills Up Fast as Annual Passholder July 4 Reservations Reach Capacity If you were hoping to spend Independence Day watching fireworks over Cinderella Castle, you may need a backup plan. Walt Disney World has officially reached capacity for Annual Passholder reservations at Magic Kingdom on July 4, 2026....
- Air Conditioning Completely Shut Off for Maintenance at Wilderness Lodge As part of maintenance to try to fix the air conditioning at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, the entire system is now offline. A notice at the resort informed guests that the AC will be shut off for maintenance this morning starting at 7am. Here’s the latest.
- Walt Disney World Announces Official 2026 Holiday Season Dates Walt Disney World announced the dates of their official holiday season with a video of the Dapper Dans in their seasonal costumes. Walt Disney World Holidays 2026 The holiday season at Walt Disney World will run from November 13, 2026 through January 6, 2027. We expect more...
- 4th of July Weekend Brunch Coming to Chef Art Smith's Homecomin' at Disney Springs Enjoy a brunch at Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ during the 4th of July weekend. Brunch is typically only served on Saturday and Sunday, but for the holiday it will be served Friday – Sunday. Chef Art Smith’s Brunch The restaurant, which shared the news via its official...
- Crush’s Coaster to Undergo Most Extensive Technical Refurbishment to Date Crush’s Coaster will undergo its most extensive technical refurbishment to date. The attraction opened in 2007, making it almost 20 years old. Crush’s Coaster Refurbishment Starting on September 7, 2026 the attraction, located at Disney Adventure World in Disneyland Paris, will be closed. As a result, journeys...
- Tomorrowland’s Astrofizz Joins Mobile Order at Magic Kingdom Astrofizz now shows up as a mobile order option in the My Disney Experience app. The Tomorrowland frozen beverage spot lets you skip the line and grab a drink or snack. Here’s what we found in the app. Astrofizz Mobile...
- 6 Mega Cool Disney Souvenirs Are On Sale On Amazon Today We've made a list of all the best Amazon Prime Day deals for Disney items you can shop right NOW!
- ‘Star Wars’ Brings Back Temuera Morrison’s Boba Fett After Years of Silence When The Book of Boba Fett (2021) premiered on Disney+, it was supposed to be the next major chapter for one of Star Wars’ most beloved characters. Instead, the series received mixed reactions from fans and critics, with many...
- DC’s New ‘Batman’ Movie Confirms Full Cast With First Official Trailer Batman has been portrayed by more actors than almost any other superhero in cinema history. From Adam West’s campy television incarnation to Michael Keaton, Val Kilmer, George Clooney, Christian Bale, Ben Affleck, and Robert Pattinson, every generation has received its own...
- Video Shows Moment 13-Year-Old Boy Tumbles Headfirst Down 50 Foot Drop at Tiana's Bayou Adventure - in Today's Daily Recap for 6/23/2026 New video from TMZ shows the terrifying moment a 13-year old boy riding Tiana’s Bayou Adventure exited the ride vehicle and proceeded to slide down the 50-foot drop at Disneyland Park. Disney Gift Cards can now be stored in your MyDisney Wallet. This allows a faster checkout...
- All the Buzz around Disney Lorcana Have you heard of Disney Lorcana? Have you had a chance to look at the cards and see the beautiful art work? Disney Lorcana stepped into the Trading Card Game scene in 2023 and since then it has continued to grow. It’s not just a card game but a story...
- What’s Different About Tokyo Disney Resort – The Parks Tokyo Disney Resort (TDR) is home to two world class theme parks and resides just a few miles outside of one of the grandest cities in the world. Traveling there from the U.S. can be intimidating and we’re often asked about the differences between the parks here...
- Tom Holland Reveals That One ‘Brand New Day’ Character Remembers Peter Parker Before the Marvel multiverse assembles for the events of Avengers: Doomsday, Tom Holland’s Peter Parker is getting ready to swing back into action in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The fourth installment in the MCU’s... The post Tom Holland Reveals That One ‘Brand...
- Disney Lorcana News: Attack of the Vine Unleashed + Future Sets Revealed Beware Illumineers! A danger grows in the realm of Lorcana right beneath your feet! We have the breaking news from today’s special Lore Cast and Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game by Ravensburger… planting its 13th set, Attack of the Vine! A New Growth An untamed bramble rambles...
- Disney Gift Cards Now Stored & Accessible in the My Disney Experience App! Disney has simplified storing and using gift card balances. Finally! We added a few cards to the My Disney Experience...
- Select July Dates are Now 'Good-to-Go' Days for Disney World Annual Passholders Walt Disney World has added some “Good-to-Go” days for Annual Passholders in July 2026. July 2026 Good-to-Go Days Annual Passholders can visit any of the four Walt Disney World theme parks without a reservation on July 8 and July 9. These Good-to-Go days are available to all...
- Disneyland Paris Adding Fountain Drones to 'Cascade of Lights' Walt Disney Imagineering shared a behind-the-scenes video about new fountain drones coming to Disney Cascade of Lights, the nighttime spectacular in Adventure Bay at Disney Adventure World. Disney Cascade of Lights Fountain Drones Cascade of Lights already featured fountain barges, but the new “totally autonomous synchronized” drones...
- 5 Questions to Consider for a Deluxe Disney Resort Upgrade There is a moment in every Disney planning conversation where the resort question gets real. You have been staring at the Disney site, comparing values to moderates to deluxes, doing the math in your head, and trying to figure out if upgrading to a deluxe Disney resort...
- Refreshing, Sweet, & Shareable: Kakigōri Kool Now Open at Disney Springs Only a few days after it was announced, Kakigōri Kool has officially debuted at Morimoto Asia.What's Happening:Just outside of Morimoto Asia and Morimoto Street Eats at Disney Springs, guests will now find the Kakigōri Kool stand.The shop is built upon a bicycle cart (they even ring the bike bell when...
- Toy Story Land Cast Members Celebrate Pixar and "Toy Story 5" Cast Members at Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ Toy Story Land are celebrating the legacy of Pixar’s storytelling as Toy Story 5 takes the world by storm. What’s Happening:Walt Disney World is celebrating the 40th anniversary of Pixar storytelling and the impact its films have had on audiences and employees alike, especially...
- Disneyland and Walt Disney World Apps Now Support Disney Gift Cards as a Saved Payment Method Disney Parks fans have been asking for this feature on the Disneyland and Walt Disney World apps for years, and it’s finally arrived! The latest update allows guests to save a Disney Gift Card directly to their account and use it for most purchases throughout the apps, including mobile food...
- Go Behind the Scenes of Walt Disney World's Toy Story Land with New Video from Walt Disney Imagineering With Toy Story 5 racking up big numbers at the box office, Walt Disney World and Walt Disney Imagineering have chosen to highlight Toy Story Land at Disney's Hollywood Studios in a new episode of the behind-the-scenes web series WED Walks. Check it out below!What's happening:Walt Disney Imagineering has released...
- Photos: New Floral Bed Arrives at EPCOT with Better Spaceship Earth Views In what continues to be a common theme at the Disney Parks, guests visiting EPCOT will be able to ask - "there used to be some trees here, right?" The planter that guests first see upon entering the park, dead center among other tree-lined paths, guests will now find a...
- Photos: Inside Shanghai Disney Resort Exhibit at EPCOT Gets Minor Update for the Resort's 10th Anniversary The Inside Shanghai Disney Resort exhibit at EPCOT's China Pavilion has received a small update as the distinctly Chinese Disney resort celebrates its 10th anniversary.What’s Happening:The House of the Whispering Willows, which has been home to an exhibit on the creation of Shanghai Disneyland since 2016, has gotten a slight...
- Meet Cinnamon, the Newest Addition on Kilimanjaro Safari's Savanna at Disney's Animal Kingdom Cinnamon, the newest Ankole Cattle at Disney's Animal Kingdom, can now be seen on the Savanna aboard Kilimanjaro Safaris.What's Happening:Disney Parks has revealed that Kilimanjaro Safaris, the signature attraction of Disney's Animal Kingdom, is now the home of a new arrival - an Ankole cattle calf.The new calf, named Cinnamon,...
- Photos: La Poutinerie Signage Installed on Former Refreshment Port at EPCOT Signage has been installed for La Poutinerie, the new name for Refreshment Port at EPCOT's World Showcase.What's Happening:Located in World Showcase just prior to reaching Canada, Refreshment Port has been selling poutine for a number of years now, but will fully lean into the offering when it reopens on July...
- Mickey & Minnie World Showcase Pavilion Pins Now at EPCOT EPCOT has a new series of Mickey Mouse pins based on each World Showcase pavilion, plus a few extra pins inspired by the U.K., Italy, and Germany pavilions. These pins feature Mickey against a flag-inspired background with the pavilion’s name. They will replace the Mickey pins released...
- Six Ravens Window Displays Installed at Disney Springs Gideon’s Bakehouse has a new Six Ravens location coming to Disney Springs. Window displays have now been installed. Six Ravens In a similar aesthetic style to Gideon’s Bakehouse, Six Ravens has a darker exterior wood with similarly themed signage. The logo sign above the awning is a...
- Pandora’s Shoulder Banshee Stock Drops to a Single Style at Disney's Animal Kingdom Guests visiting Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom currently have just one style of interactive shoulder banshee available to purchase. Interactive Shoulder Banshee Stock Nearly Sold Out The popular souvenir is sold at Windtraders, where guests can “adopt” a banshee from the Banshee...
- Imagineers Take a Walk Through Toy Story Land Design Details at Disney’s Hollywood Studios The next time you walk through Toy Story Land, look closer at the toys holding everything together. WED Walks Through Toy Story Land Walt Disney Imagineering shared a behind-the-scenes look at Toy Story Land, revealing how real toys, hand-drawn crayon artwork, and clever hidden infrastructure helped bring...
- Universal Kids Resort first look and visit, Epic Universe new nighttime spectacular, and more news! – The Attractions Podcast The Attractions Podcast: Universal Kids Resort first look and visit, plus the latest theme park updates and more from Attractions Magazine. The post Universal Kids Resort first look and visit, Epic Universe new nighttime spectacular, and more news! – The Attractions Podcast...
- Meet Cinnamon the New Ankole Calf at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Cinnamon the Ankole Calf Arrives at Disney’s Animal Kingdom There’s a new face on the savanna! Cinnamon, an adorable Ankole calf born earlier this spring, has officially made her big debut for guests riding Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Related – Aerial Overview of Massive Construction Project of Tropical...
- Two Brothers and the Legacy of Infinite Magic at Walt Disney World The Legacy of Two Brothers at Walt Disney World Two brothers, Michael and Bob, are the driving force behind the kind of magic that begins with the people who share it. Every day, they work behind the scenes at Walt Disney World Resort, drawing on a lifetime of trust and...
- Video Shows Moment 13-Year-Old Boy Tumbles Headfirst Down 50 Foot Drop at Tiana's Bayou Adventure At approximately 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 21, a 13-year-old guest riding Tiana’s Bayou Adventure exited the ride vehicle at Disneyland Park and proceeded to slide down the 50-foot drop. Young Guest Jumps Out of Ride Vehicle New video from TMZ shows the terrifying moment a 13-year...
- Resort Pool Restrictions Ahead of Disney Springs Bus Changes Disney Springs transportation changes will be in place starting June 28th, and it looks like new restrictions have been put...
- Disney x Formula 1's "Fuel the Magic" Campaign Races Into the British Grand Prix Disney's collaboration with Formula 1 is expanding once more at this year's British Grand Prix, with character experiences and new product launches across Silverstone and London.What's Happening:Some Disney magic is coming to the F1 British Grand Prix, marking the European debut of the Disney x Formula 1 "Fuel the Magic"...
- UPDATE: Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Air Conditioning Problems Continue After almost a full week, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is still struggling to provide adequate air conditioning to portions of the resort. Wilderness Lodge AC Outage Update Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is still dealing with air conditioning issues during the extreme Florida June heat. The air conditioning outage was...
- EPCOT’s La Poutinerie Receives Rooftop Marquee Signage Rooftop signage is now installed at EPCOT’s rethemed poutine kiosk. We stopped by the area near the Canada Pavilion this afternoon and found dual marquees mounted on the roofline. The Air Canada sponsorship is visible on both, and opening day is just over a week out. Here’s a closer...
- Something Unusual Is Moving Toward Disney World, and Guests Are Already Taking Notice For many Disney World guests, some of the most memorable moments happen when the attractions stop and the atmosphere takes over. It’s the golden glow over Cinderella Castle just before sunset. The orange and pink skies above EPCOT’s World Showcase Lagoon. The feeling of standing on Main Street, U.S.A. as...
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- AI Shopping Assistant Coming to Disney Store App Disney Store is testing an AI Personal Shopping Assistant inside its iOS app. The tool is live now for a select group of guests as part of a pilot program. Disney built it to help fans surface products through natural conversation. A wider rollout is on the way for...
- Cinnamon, the Ankole Calf, Makes Kilimanjaro Safaris Debut at Animal Kingdom Cinnamon, the Ankole calf born earlier this spring, has made her debut on the Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Ankole Calf at Walt Disney World Disney shared that the calf just arrived on the Safaris, and guests will be able to spot it while on the...
- Disney Prepares for Germany Pavilion Exterior Refurbishment at EPCOT It looks like Disney is preparing for an exterior refurbishment of Stein Haus in the Germany Pavilion of EPCOT. Rolling planters, scrim, and scaffolding now block the shop’s main entrance. Stein Haus Refurbishment The planters sit just a few feet in front of the entrance doors, right...
- Theme Park Riders Left Dangling Hundreds of Feet Above Ground After Sudden Ride Shutdown For many theme park fans, there’s an unspoken agreement every time they buckle into a restraint and hear the familiar click of a ride dispatching from the station. You expect fear. You expect adrenaline. You expect that stomach-dropping sensation that makes roller coasters and thrill rides so addictive....
- Why We’re Worried About This Nighttime Show in Disney’s Hollywood Studios A nighttime show may be going away!
- REVIEW: We Keep Coming Back to THIS Restaurant in the Mexico Pavilion for a Reason This restaurant in EPCOT's Mexico Pavilion has some of the best Mexican food you'll ever eat!
- JUST ANNOUNCED: A NEW Snack Spot Is Coming to Downtown Disney Something new is coming to Downtown Disney at Disneyland!
- A HUGE Update Might Be Coming To Magic Kingdom’s Main Street Confectionery Something could be changing in Main Street Confectionery in the future.
- Best Bangs for Your Universal Buck A theme park vacaction is expensive, so it’s always wise to find places where you dollar can go a little...
- Disneyland Paris Reveals New Character Topiaries Disneyland Paris is revealing new seasonal topiaries inspired by beloved Disney characters, including the Cheshire Cat from Alice in Wonderland. Disneyland Paris Topiaries The topiaries will be among the green spaces surrounding Central Plaza in Disneyland Park. Guests can already see the Cheshire Cat on display but...
- World Celebration Reflecting Pool Painted at EPCOT Disney removed the coins from a World Celebration reflecting pool that was recently drained and has now repainted the bottom. World Celebration Reflecting Pool The affected area is the body of water between the Imagination Pavilion and the Land Pavilion closest to CommuniCore Plaza. Crews removed the...
- Figment Phone Pin Arrives at Walt Disney World Another new pin inspired by Figment is available at Walt Disney World, this one depicting the famous dragon on the phone. Figment Phone Pin – $19.99 Inspired by the sound scene of Journey Into Imagination With Figment, this pin features Figment in his yellow sweater talking on...
- Disney World Applies New Finish to Reflecting Pool Refurb at EPCOT In what can only be described as the second-most-popular reflecting pool refurbishment in America, Walt Disney World has applied a new finish to the floor of its World Celebration reflecting pool. What the Disney reflecting pool refurb lacks in popularity, it makes up for in competency. While visiting EPCOT...
- Amazon Prime Day Broke Me in 20 Minutes: Everything I Impulsively Bought Today Here is a list of all the very best deals you can snag on Amazon Prime Days right now!
- Disney Entices Fans With Halfway to the Holiday Teasers Ahead of Official Announcements It’s almost time! We’re nearly halfway to the holidays, which means Walt Disney World will soon be releasing information about the upcoming 2026 holiday season.... The post Disney Entices Fans With Halfway to the Holiday Teasers Ahead of Official Announcements appeared first...
- Hasbro’s The Play District hopes to unbox a new way to play beyond toys The Play District is headed to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, bringing together NERF Action Xperience, Peppa Pig Playtime and Planet Playskool in a new Hasbro-branded entertainment destination opening in 2027. The post Hasbro’s The Play District hopes to unbox a new way to...
- This Historic Magic Kingdom UPDATE Has Started Assembly has begun on Magic Kingdom's new ferry boat!
- Disneyland Pin Tuesday: 250th Independence Day, Parade of Dreams, Tomorrowland Ride Vehicles Three new pins arrived at Disneyland Resort this week, including a limited release Independence Day pin and new “Parade Through the Years” pin. 250th Independence Day Pin – $21.99 This limited release pin features Donald, Mickey, and Goofy in patriotic uniforms. Donald plays a flute while the...
- Kakigōri Kool Shaved Ice Cart Opens at Disney Springs The new Kakigōri Kool shaved ice cart announced last week is now open at Disney Springs. Kakigōri Kool at Disney Springs The cart is located across from Morimoto Asia in The Landing, not far from Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’. The menu includes two shaved ice treats and water...
- Disney World Teases Holiday Merchandise Reveal Coming Tomorrow Disney Parks shared their last holiday stocking teaser, this time referencing merchandise coming to Walt Disney World this winter. Holiday Merchandise Teaser The fourth stocking is for Minnie, featuring a Mickey waffle, ear hat, and peppermint. Inside are letters. On a nearby stool is a gift with...
- Level99 Soft Opens to Cast Members at Disney Springs Level99 at Disney Springs soft opened to Cast Members on Tuesday, June 23 ahead of its official opening next week. Level99 Soft Opening A sign let guests know the venue is closed “for a private event” with a QR code for tickets. Cast Members were stationed outside...
- Disney Guests Are Losing Late-Night Access to Magic Kingdom—And It’s Happening Sooner Than Expected There are certain Disney World experiences that frequent visitors build entire vacations around. For some, it’s rope dropping a favorite attraction before the crowds arrive. For others, it’s finding the perfect fireworks viewing spot after sunset. But for a growing number of Disney fans, few perks feel as...
- Westward Ho Refreshments Permanently Closes for Piston Peak Expansion at Magic Kingdom Westward Ho Refreshments Permanently Closes at Magic Kingdom as Frontierland Transformation Continues Another piece of Frontierland history has quietly ridden off into the sunset. Westward Ho Refreshments has permanently closed at Magic Kingdom, becoming the latest casualty of the massive Piston Peak National Park expansion currently reshaping the area. Related:...
- Massive Retaining Wall for Piston Peak National Park Nears Completion at Magic Kingdom Piston Peak Construction Charges Ahead as Massive Retaining Wall Nears Completion at Magic Kingdom Construction on the future Piston Peak National Park expansion at Magic Kingdom is shifting into high gear, with new aerial photos revealing major progress on one of the project’s most significant infrastructure elements. Crews are now...
- Shoulder Banshee Stock Extremely Low, Only One Style Available in Pandora – The World of Avatar Shoulder banshee supply has thinned dramatically at Windtraders. The interactive toy is down to a single style on the shelf, with the rest of the lineup sold out. Cast members could not say when the next shipment arrives, but they’re hopeful there will be a restock soon. Here’s the...
- People Are Sharing the Most Alarming Universal Orlando Red Flags in 2026 We've got to give you a heads up before you plan your 2026 Universal Orlando trip!
- The Unexpected Reason You Need Lightning Lane at Disney World Right Now There's another reason -- besides long wait times -- that you might want to use Lightning Lanes at Disney World right now.
- Spacesuit Figment & Dr. Nigel Moon Pin Set at EPCOT A new pin set inspired by Journey Into Imagination With Figment arrived at EPCOT this week. Figment & Dr. Nigel Channing Pin Set – $22.99 One pin depicts Dr. Nigel Channing’s face on the moon as seen at the end of the ride’s current iteration. The second...
- Disney World Pin Tuesday: 250th Independence Day, Animal Kingdom Daring Detectives The last round of “Daring Detectives” pins are out at Walt Disney World, along with a limited release pin celebrating 250 years of the U.S.A. 250th Independence Day Pin – $21.99 This limited release pin features Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy in red and blue uniforms...
- EPCOT Festival of the Holidays 2026 Details Coming Soon Disney will soon share details of the 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, according to the latest stocking artwork posted on social media. Festival of the Holidays Announcement Teased The snowy stocking for Figment is full of a passport, dreidel, and holly. A Kwanzaa kinara is...
- PHOTOS: La Poutinerie Signs Installed at EPCOT Set to open July 1, La Poutinerie at EPCOT now has the official name signage installed on the roof of the kiosk. La Poutinerie Signs There are two new La Poutinerie signs installed on top of the roof of the kiosk. The wooden signs say “La Poutinerie...
- NEWS: 13 Year Old Falls Down Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Disneyland According to the Orange County Register, an incident has occurred on Tiana's Bayou Adventure at Disneyland.
- We Have a Construction UPDATE at Magic Kingdom We have an update on the Piston Peak construction!
- 6 Disney Items You’ll Regret Not Buying From Amazon Prime Day Let's check out some awesome Disney deals on Amazon Prime Days!
- NEW Toy Story-Inspired Luggage JUST Dropped On Amazon We found four NEW 'Toy Story 5' suitcases that you need to check out for your next Disney vacation!
- First Part of New R-Rated ‘Batman’ Film Trilogy Shares Official Teaser Batman is heading back to one of the darkest stories ever told in DC Comics. Warner Bros. has released the first official teaser artwork for Batman: Knightfall Part 1, offering fans their first glimpse at the upcoming animated adaptation of the classic...
- The Disney World Transportation Rule You’re Not Thinking About Planning to go from a Disney World park to Disney Springs? There’s one transportation rule that catches SO many guests off guard. Disney buses don’t run directly between the parks and Disney Springs, and forgetting that can turn your dinner plans into a full transportation side quest.
Theme Park News & Rumors
- Tree of Life Awakenings Holiday, Merry Menagerie, and More Disney's Animal Kingdom Offerings for 2026 Season Merry Menagerie will be back at Disney’s Animal Kingdom this holiday season, alongside “Tree of Life Awakenings...
- Disney World Reveals 2026 Holiday Offerings for Theme Parks, Resorts, and More Though it’s only June, the holidays will arrive at Walt Disney World sooner than we think. The...
- Disney Starlight Parade Will Not Perform on Nights With Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party in 2026 Just like last year, Disney confirmed that Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away will not perform at...
- FULL LIST of Everything You Can See and Do at the 2026 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Disney just dropped details about the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays!
- NEWS! Close-Up Look at NEW Disney World Hotel Pool Opening Next Year Let's take a look at the latest concept art and aerial construction photos of the new pool opening in Disney...
- DATES ANNOUNCED for the 2026 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays We know when the 2026 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays will take place!
- 2026 Holidays at Disney's Hollywood Studios Bring Projection Show, Festive Finale for Frozen Show, and More Walt Disney World has announced the dates and details for their 2026 holiday season, which includes several...
- Disney World Reveals 2026 Holiday Offerings for Theme Parks, Resorts, and More Though it’s only June, the holidays will arrive at Walt Disney World sooner than we think. The...
- Retro 'Twilight Zone Tower of Terror' Mickey T-Shirt at Walt Disney World Disney has resurrected a vintage Twilight Zone Tower of Terror t-shirt design featuring Mickey Mouse. Retro Tower...
- BREAKING: Disney Jollywood Nights Extending Into January 2027, Dates & Entertainment Confirmed Disney World has revealed the dates and details for Disney Jollywood Nights 2026 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios....
Latest Walt Disney Photos
- PHOTOS: Step Inside Walt Disney’s Restored Plane If you have been reading along here at MickeyBlog over the past couple of months, you know that we have...
- Photos: New Floral Bed Arrives at EPCOT with Better Spaceship Earth Views In what continues to be a common theme at the Disney Parks, guests...
- Photos: Inside Shanghai Disney Resort Exhibit at EPCOT Gets Minor Update for the Resort's 10th Anniversary The Inside Shanghai Disney Resort exhibit at EPCOT's China Pavilion has received a...
- Massive Retaining Wall for Piston Peak National Park Nears Completion at Magic Kingdom Piston Peak Construction Charges Ahead as Massive Retaining Wall Nears Completion at Magic...
- PHOTOS: New ‘Disney Celebrates America’ Window Clings Debut on Main Street, U.S.A. With the Fourth of July just a couple of weeks away, Walt Disney World is putting the finishing touches on...
- Waterview Park Roof Installation Taking Longer than Expected in Disney Springs Waterview Park Stage Construction at Disney Springs Taking Longer Than Expected Back in...
- Disney wouldn't say much about Lakeshore Lodge's pool during our tour — now The Wetlands is revealed Disney spent much of our Lakeshore Lodge construction tour talking about nature, Bay...
- PHOTOS: Walls Are DOWN at Downtown Disney’s Earl of Sandwich and The Carnaby Building Downtown Disney is in the middle of a major transformation! For the...
- PHOTOS: Let’s Check Out Disney on the Yard: Yardfest 2026 in Downtown Disney! We had quite the busy day in Downtown Disney yesterday!
- First Track Raised for 'Monsters, Inc.' Door Coaster at Disney's Hollywood Studios The first piece of roller-coaster track for the new Monsters, Inc. door ride...
Universal & Epic Universe Strategy
- Universal Announces NEW Haunted House for Halloween Horror Nights 2026 A new house has been confirmed for Halloween Horror Nights.
- MADLANDS: Caged Cannibals Announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2026 at Universal Orlando Universal just announced that MADLANDS: Caged Cannibals will join the list of haunted houses at Halloween Horror...
- Video Shows Moment 13-Year-Old Boy Tumbles Headfirst Down 50 Foot Drop at Tiana's Bayou Adventure - in Today's Daily Recap for 6/23/2026 New video from TMZ shows the terrifying moment a 13-year old boy riding Tiana’s Bayou Adventure exited...
- New House Announcement: H.R. Bloodengutz Returns to Halloween Horror Nights We have another house announcement for HHN 35 at Universal Studios Florida! This one is packed with...
- VIDEO: Testing for Epic Universe 'Celestial Goodnight' Fireworks Finale Universal Orlando Resort has officially announced “Universal Celestial Goodnight,” a fireworks spectacular coming to Epic Universe in...
- LEGOLAND Florida Takes a Playful Swipe at Universal Kids Resort in New Video LEGOLAND Florida thinks its park is what a true kids theme park is supposed to look like....
- “Charm of a Prison Camp.” Fans Aren’t Holding Back on Universal’s Newest Theme Park We asked our readers their thoughts on Universal's newest theme park, and they did not hold back.
- Young Guest Jumps Out of Ride Vehicle on Tiana's Bayou Adventure, Slides Down 50 Foot Drop - in Today's Daily Recap for 6/22/2026
- More Track & Block Brakes on Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift at Universal Orlando Block brakes and more track have been added to Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift at Universal Studios...
- Universal Filing Reveals the Scale of New Dark Universe Attraction Universal has filed a permit that indicates the Dark Universe expansion in Epic Universe is a large...