Top Disney Headlines: Today’s Rumors & Park News
- Ranking the Counter-Service Restaurants We’ve Eaten At – Tokyo Disney Resort
We’ve ranked the counter-service restaurants at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World and now we move over to Tokyo Disney Resort. I’ve already listed a few favorite restaurants but this site is nothing if not thorough. With the wealth of Tokyo Disney Resort counter-service spots it was... - Disney’s Hollywood Studios Passholder Reservations Fully Booked for New Mandalorian Mission Debut
Annual Passholder Reservations Sold Out for Hollywood Studios on Opening Day of New Mandalorian Smugglers Run Mission The Force is definitely strong with this one. Walt Disney World Annual Passholder reservations for Disney’s Hollywood Studios are now completely booked for May 22, 2026, the debut day of the brand-new Mandalorian... - Butter Yellow Sweatshirt, Shorts, and Ear Headband Arrive at Disneyland Resort A new matching Disneyland Resort apparel set has arrived at Disney California Adventure, featuring a soft pastel yellow color scheme and tonal embroidered Mickey artwork. There is also an ear headband to complete the look. Disneyland Resort Sweatshirt – $59.99 The oversized crewneck sweatshirt comes in a...
- Cheers! The Disney x Lolita Glassware Collection Has Arrived at Disney Store Disney has launched a new collaboration for decor and home goods, and guests can now decorate their tables with the Disney x Lolita Glassware Collection. This assortment is really a royal treat as it draws inspiration from Disney Princesses!(Please note this article contains affiliate links. Your purchase will support LaughingPlace...
- PHOTOS: Vintage Sponsored Restaurants at Disneyland Especially in its early days, Disneyland had several sponsors, especially for its restaurants. While we still see this a bit today, such as with things like DOLE Whip, it is less of an everyday occurrence at the park. So let’s take a look back at some of...
- Aerial Photos Reveal Structures Rising for Monsters Inc. Door Vault Coaster New aerial photos from Bioreconstruct show major progress at the Monsters Inc. Door Vault roller coaster construction site at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Steel structures are now rising, marking a significant milestone for the upcoming attraction. New...
- New Projects Reportedly Planned for Disney's BoardWalk Shopping District Two projects filed with the Central Florida Tourism Overight District suggest new tenants may be coming to vacant locations on Disney's BoardWalk.
- 40% Dining Discount, Free Ice Cream and Coffee Highlight 2026 Welcome Home Weeks Disney Vacation Club has revealed the tentative schedule for this year's Welcome Home Weeks, running from July 22 to August 26, 2026. ...
- Earlier Start for Welcome Home Weeks in 2026 The schedule has been announced for Disney Vacation Club's annual member celebration as it returns to a July start date.
- Yachtsman Steakhouse Closing This Weekend for Refurbishment as Crew’s Cup Lounge Reopens Yachtsman Steakhouse to Close for Refurbishment Yachtsman Steakhouse is scheduled to close for maintenance starting this Monday, immediately following the reopening of Crew’s Cup Lounge. The lounge, located at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, is set to welcome guests again this weekend after completing a refurbishment lasting more than a month....
- Orlando Breaks All Time Tourism Record With 76.7 Million Visitors in 2025 Orlando Shatters Tourism Records with 76.7 Million Visitors in 2025 Setting a new tourism record, Orlando welcomed more visitors in 2025 than ever before, according to Visit Orlando data released on May 7, 2026. The region hosted 76.7 million guests last year, a 1.8% increase over 2024 and the highest...
- Enchanted Storybook Castle Four Seasons Pins at Shanghai Disneyland Enchanted Storybook Castle Four Seasons Pins at Shanghai Disneyland Here is a look at the new Enchanted Storybook Castle Four Seasons pin releases at Shanghai Disney Resort! They feature Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. Released in April...
- Carry Your Beverages in Woody and Buzz Corkcicle Canteens at Walt Disney World Carry your hot and cold beverages in Buzz and Woody sport canteens from Corkcicle. They’re available from the Corkcicle retail shop in Disney Springs. Both canteens hold 20 oz/600 mL. Cold beverages stay cold for up to 25 hours, and hot beverages stay hot for up to...
- Kermit Wishables and More Muppet Merchandise at Disneyland Resort A series of Muppet plush toys, including a Kermit Wishables, have arrived at Disneyland Resort. We also spotted a new Muppets magnet. Many of these items are also available online. Kermit Wishables Shimmer 4″ Plush – $19.99 Designed by Monty Maldovan, this little squeezable plush depicts Kermit...
- Level99 Announces Summer Opening for Disney Springs Location Level99 has announced a summer opening timeframe for a new location at Disney Springs. The entertainment venue will be located next door to Cirque de... The post Level99 Announces Summer Opening for Disney Springs Location appeared first on Resorts Gal.
- Get Outside With This Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort Tote Bag Featuring Mickey Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground has a new tote bag available, perfect for a park day or camping. This can be found at Meadow Trading Post. Fort Wilderness Tote Bag – $19.99 The canvas tote is off-white with two shoulder straps. Artwork is printed on one...
- Mystic Fountain at Islands of Adventure expected to close soon The Mystic Fountain at Universal Islands of Adventure is reportedly expected to close soon, marking another emotional loss for fans of The Lost Continent and the park’s original vision. The post Mystic Fountain at Islands of Adventure expected to close soon appeared...
- Thousands of Disney Guests Banned From Drinking Alcohol Between 8 a.m. And 6 p.m. A Disney vacation staple is about to disappear for one day.
- Palais du Cinema Opens a Day Early at EPCOT Palais du Cinema, which has been closed for refurbishment at EPCOT, reopened a day early. The location was originally said to reopen on May 10. Palais du Cinema Now Open Palais du Cinema is home to both Impressions de France and the Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along. It appears...
- Amazon Quietly Dropped 6 New Disney Souvenirs Overnight Check out these new Disney souvenir arrivals on Amazon!
- Orlando Just Broke a Tourism Record, But Disney World May Have a Growing Problem For generations, Orlando has been the kind of place families dream about long before the suitcases come out. It is where childhood nostalgia, once-in-a-lifetime vacations, and carefully saved travel budgets collide under the Florida sun. But in recent years, that dream has started to feel more...
- NEWS: Frontier Plane Hits Person On Denver Airport Runway A Frontier Airlines jet struck and killed a pedestrian on the runway the night of Friday, May 8th.
- The Mouse Strikes Back: Josh D’Amaro’s High-Stakes Strategy to Outmaneuver the Trump Administration’s Second Investigation The “honeymoon phase” for a new CEO usually lasts a year; for Josh D’Amaro, it lasted exactly sixty days. As of May 2026, the newly minted leader of The Walt Disney Company finds himself at the center of a federal firestorm that threatens the very foundation of the...
- Pathway to Magic Kingdom Cut as Disney Guests Forced to Walk Longer
- An EPCOT Attraction Opened a Day Early, and We Couldn’t Be Happier This spot reopened a day EARLY in EPCOT!
- 5 Disney Tangled Souvenirs on Sale on Amazon Today Tangled fans, Amazon has Rapunzel souvenirs on sale today, and yes, Pascal is absolutely judging our cart.
- Disneyland Travelers Face Terrifying Disruption After Frontier Flight Emergency
- Disney Store Opens Fourth Mexican Location On April 23, Mexico’s fourth ever standalone Disney Store opened at Galerías Monterrey, with Mickey and Minnie helping at the launch event. Somewhere between twelve and fifteen thousand visitors came [...]
- Toy Story 5 Pop-Up at Luxury Korean Department Store until June 21 Korea’s Hyundai Department Store began a Toy Story-themed festival on May 1, called “Share the Happiness.” Hyundai has Disney Stores within select locations of their chain. The promotion continues to [...]
- Souvenir Only Available to California Residents Will Benefit Children’s Hospitals Television station KTLA reports that California is considering making Disneyland license plates, if enough people say they want it. A “pre-interest list” needs to get 7500 people signing up to [...]
- Sallah Coming to Canadian Fan Convention Larger-than-life actor of stage and screen John Rhys-Davies is newly announced for the guest list of Fan Expo Canada. He’s best known as Sallah in Lucasfilm’s Indiana Jones franchise, and Gimli [...]
- Bye Mickey Waffles: Disney Café at UK Department Store Closes Wednesday, the United Kingdom’s only place to get Mickey waffles closed. Department store Primark had a large Disney café at their Birmingham location, but it closed May 6. Primark Café [...]
- MINISO x Star Wars Pop-Ups Coming to US, Canada, Indonesia, Peru, India With Mandalorian and Grogu on the way, MINISO has announced a worldwide tour of a pop-up to promote their “Star Wars™ | MINISO” collection. The stops are: Woodfield Mall in [...]
- Orlando Experiences Record Tourism Visitation in 2025, Disney Attendance Dips Orlando cemented its status as the most visited destination in the United States in 2025, welcoming a record-breaking 76.7 million visitors, according to new data from Visit Orlando. The milestone comes at an interesting moment for the region’s tourism landscape, as Disney separately reported a 1% decline in domestic theme...
- The 4 Biggest Disney LEGO Sets You Can Get on Amazon Right Now These LEGO sets let you bring Disney magic to life in a BIG way!
- In One Week a Disney World Restaurant Closes to Make Way for Some Major Changes We're reminding you about this upcoming restaurant closure in Disney World.
- New Bluey-Inspired Fairy Bread Cake Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Fans of Bluey will have more than one way to celebrate her debut at Disney’s Animal Kingdom this summer. Disney Eats has announced that a... The post New Bluey-Inspired Fairy Bread Cake Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom appeared first on Resorts...
- Alcohol Sales Prohibited at Castaway Cay and Lighthouse Point If you booked a Disney Cruise sailing in the Caribbean sometime in the coming days, we have some sobering news for you—alcohol sales are prohibited at both Castaway Cay and Lighthouse Point. Alcohol Sales Prohibited Cruise passengers visiting The Bahamas next week will run into an unusual...
- SATURDAY SIX: Looking Back at Our Favorite Attraction Updates Summer generally means new things for the theme park world, and this year is no different with some really neat...
- REVIEW: This New DOLE Whip Flight in Disney Springs Makes Us Feel Like A Kid Again This new Swirls on the Water sampler platter is for those who LOVE nostalgia!
- We’ve Got A HUGE Update About Disneyland’s Bats Day in 2027 The next Bats Day in the Fun Park is happening in 2027! Here's when!
- Why Disney Vacation Club Members Are Circling July 22nd on Their Calendars The annual DVC event is returning!
- Disney World Confirms Crews Cup Reopening Date as Yachtsman Steakhouse Prepares to Close Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is about to experience a notable one-two punch this weekend, as Crew’s Cup Lounge and Yachtsman Steakhouse essentially swap places on the resort’s dining availability calendar. Here’s the latest, which confirms our earlier speculation. Crews Cup...
- ‘Harry Potter’ Legend Planning UK Exit After Admitting She “Doesn’t Have Long To Live” One Harry Potter actor is looking far beyond Hogwarts. For years, Miriam Margolyes has occupied a strange place within the Harry Potter fandom. The actor, who portrayed Professor Pomona Sprout in the film series, has repeatedly criticized the intensity of...
- This NEW Experience Is Worth a Whole Trip to Orlando This mermaid meet-and-greet is Downtown Orlando's newest attraction, and we can't get enough.
- Walt Disney World Resort Cast Member Arrested After Disney Sting Operation – This and More In The Top 10 Stories of the Week for May 9, 2026 From what’s going on in and out of the parks, to breaking news, 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-read stories. The Top...
- AllEars TV: Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Has CHANGED In Magic Kingdom Two POPULAR Magic Kingdom attractions have finally reopened after lengthy refurbishments, and a LOT has changed!
- This Disney World Park’s Wait Times Are About To TOTALLY Change Don't get used to the wait times in this Disney World park, because in a few weeks, it's ALL about to change!
- Park-by-Park Breakdown of COOL KIDS SUMMER Offerings at Walt Disney World It’s almost time for a COOL KIDS SUMMER at Walt Disney World, and to help you plan, we wanted to have a single spot where you can read about everything new and returning for the limited-time offering. Here’s a park-by-park breakdown of the Cool Kids Summer offerings this year. ...
- It’s Official: These Are the 7 Weirdest Disney Cruise Line Rules The written - and unwritten - rules of Disney cruising.
- The Rule Every Major Airline is BEGGING You NOT to Break The new flight rule you cannot break!
- NEW Routes Added to Orlando Airport Four major airlines are tackling Spirit's former routes out of the Orlando International Airport.
- “One Job Should Be Enough”: The Historic Fight to Stop the Patina Group from Taking Over Disney Dining Beneath the shimmering LED canopy of Space 220 and the rustic, wood-fired charm of Via Napoli, a battle for the soul of the “Disney Bubble” has officially reached a fever pitch. On May 7, 2026, over 1,200 restaurant workers at Walt Disney World took part in a historic vote that...
- You NEED To See This New Addition To Disney’s Hollywood Studios The final touches are getting added to the Rock 'n' Rollercoaster Starring The Muppets!
- Demi Lovato Visits Walt Disney World With Husband Jordan Lutes Although Disneyland often enjoys more low-key celebrity appearances, high-profile guests are not shy about visiting Disney World when they get the chance. One such guest in recent weeks was Demi Lovato with her husband Jordan Lutes. Park Pitstop on Lovato’s ‘It’s Not That Deep’ Tour In a...
- Disney World Annual Passholders Are BEGGING for These 9 Changes Annual Passholders are some of Disney World’s most loyal fans. They are also, let’s be honest, some of Disney World’s most vocal fans. And we mean that with love. Mostly. These are the people who know when a bathroom has switched hand soap, when a ride has been running in B-mode...
- Brightline Could Be Facing Bankruptcy Soon Brightline could be in financial trouble.
- Top Foodie Picks at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Must-Try Bites at Disney’s Animal Kingdom While the banshees and tigers usually grab the headlines, the real star of Disney’s Animal Kingdom is the menu. For the modern foodie, this park has evolved into a premier dining destination at Walt Disney World. With a focus on bold global spices and...
- Why Every Disney Adult Is Marking August 15th in Their Calendars Disney fans are eagerly awaiting this year's D23 announcements.
- Magic Key Holder Pre-Sale Dates Announced for Oogie Boogie Bash 2026 The Halloween season starts in late August, but passholders will be able to pick up tickets as early as mid-June. Pre-Sale Dates Announced for Halloween 2026 Disneyland Resort has shared the Magic Key pre-sale dates for Oogie Boogie Bash, the resort’s wildly popular Halloween special event. Passholders...
- Project Bubbles & Project Amazon Revealed for Disney’s BoardWalk Resort New address filings from the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD) have revealed the project names for two upcoming projects at Disney’s BoardWalk Resort. The project codenames were recently entered into the publicly-facing address database, giving us a sneak peek at what could be next for a Disney Deluxe Resort...
- The 4 Best Rides To Rope Drop in EPCOT What EPCOIT ride should rope droppers race to first? It depends...
- SeaWorld Orlando Is Doing Something This Summer That Disney and Universal Can’t Do SeaWorld Orlando has had a complicated decade. The controversies, the declining attendance, the slow rebuild of its reputation, and its entertainment lineup. If you have not paid close attention to what the park has been doing over the last few years, it would be easy to assume it...
- Disney Pledges $1.3 Million to Support Education Across Central Florida Disney Pledges $1.3M to Central Florida Schools Disney World is proving that the magic extends far beyond the park gates. In a show of support for local education, Disney has announced a $1.3 million investment in Central Florida education, coupled with some high-energy surprises at local elementary schools! From Lake...
- Disney Adventure Sailing Canceled Due to Mechanical Issue, Refunds Issued After Guests Spend First Night in Port in Today’s Daily Recap for 5/8/2026 Magic Kingdom “Let the Magic Begin” welcome show will not return, Patina employees demand Disney no longer give restaurant group business, and Six Ravens webpage with new menu details launches for Gideon’s Bakehouse savory Location — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, May...
- Disney Rebooting ‘Planet of the Apes’ Franchise With New Project Few science fiction franchises have reinvented themselves as successfully as Planet of the Apes. First adapted from Pierre Boulle’s 1963 novel, the original film, starring Charlton Heston, became an instant classic thanks to its social commentary, groundbreaking makeup effects, and...
- Yesterland: Coca-Cola Tomorrowland Terrace at Disneyland Coca-Cola Tomorrowland Terrace and its amazing bandshell debuted as part of the 1967 “New Tomorrowland.” The space-age bandshell ascended to reveal bands and descended to turn back into a stylish planter with fresh flowers growing from huge bowls. Read the YESTERLAND article HERE: Coca-Cola Tomorrowland Terrace The...
- David Koenig: Disneyland Security Mulling Historic Strike For the first time ever, Disneyland Security may be on the verge of going on strike. Union members overwhelmingly voted down a second contract proposal on May 3, thereby authorizing a strike. Negotiations are set to resume on May 7, with some members claiming they are ready...
- WDW UPDATE: Thunder, Monsters & Mayhem, Disney World’s Construction Boom Goes Wild! It’s been a wild several months at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Almost every park has major projects underway. From the reconfiguration of Disney’s Hollywood Studios to the peaks and jungles of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Let’s take a look at what’s happening park by park!...
- Disney World 4th of July 2026: Fireworks, Food, & Insider Tips Your complete guide to Disney World 4th of July 2026 — fireworks, food, crowd tips, and everything you need to know before you go! The post Disney World 4th of July 2026: Fireworks, Food, & Insider Tips appeared first on Eat...
- Level99 Exterior Decoration Takes Shape at Disney Springs After Level99 announced they would open their Disney Springs location this summer, we checked on construction progress outside the new gaming venue. Level99 Construction More panels have been installed on the exterior frame at the front of the building. They create a curved triangular element similar to...
- ‘Pew Pew Chews’ and More Star Wars-Themed Snacks at Disneyland Resort A series of Star Wars-themed “Smuggled Snacks” are now available at Disneyland Resort. We found these in World of Disney at Downtown Disney District. Dagobah Delights – $7.49 Featuring Yoda on the packaging, these are sour green apple gummies. Imperial Pew Pew Chews – $7.49 This chewy...
- Late Arrival Testing in the Magic Kingdom We tested a late arrival in the Magic Kingdom today to see how many rides we could get done without...
- ‘Sofia the First’ Returns With Magical New Adventure — And Rapunzel Is Along for the Ride Princess Sofia is officially back. Disney has released the brand-new trailer for , giving fans their first real look at Sofia’s next chapter — including a special appearance from Rapunzel in the premiere episode. The new series follows Sofia as she begins attending the Charmswell School for Royal Magic, where...
- Evel Knievel Experience turns America’s greatest daredevil into a Las Vegas attraction From roaring stunt bikes to a vibrating VR jump experience, the new Evel Knievel Experience in Las Vegas transforms one of America’s greatest daredevils into a larger-than-life immersive attraction packed with legendary artifacts, crash stories, and high-adrenaline nostalgia. The post Evel Knievel...
- Crew’s Cup Lounge Reopens as Yachtsman Steakhouse Closes This Weekend at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort in Walt Disney World Crew’s Cup Lounge has wrapped up its month-plus refurbishment and is set to reopen this weekend at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. The same day, Yachtsman Steakhouse will close for its scheduled maintenance. Crew’s Cup Lounge Reopening Date Crew’s Cup Lounge closed on February 23 as part of...
- PHOTOS & VIDEO: FriendSHIP! Duffy & Friends Pre-Parade and Zootopia Float in Mickey’s Storybook Express Parade at Shanghai Disneyland Duffy & Friends set sail in FriendSHIP!, a special pre-parade, and a new Zootopia float joins the train of Mickey’s Storybook Express parade to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Shanghai Disney Resort. Check out our photos and video! FriendSHIP! Duffy and Friends’ Special Pre-Parade The new Duffy...
- More Construction Equipment Rolls Into Avengers Campus Expansion at Disney California Adventure The Avengers Campus expansion project is steadily preparing for a new phase as more work vehicles show up on-site, and construction of two critical structures — restrooms — shows visible progress. Avengers Campus Construction The first thing we noticed, as we looked over the long blue wall...
- Magic Kingdom Let the Magic Begin Welcome Show Officially Ending Magic Kingdom’s ‘Let the Magic Begin’ Welcome Show Will Not Return The curtain has officially closed on a longtime Magic Kingdom morning tradition. Disney has confirmed that the “Let the Magic Begin” welcome show in front of Cinderella Castle will not return in its original form. Related: DescenDANCE Party x...
- New Menu Details Revealed for Six Ravens by Gideons Bakehouse at Disney Springs Six Ravens Reveals New Menu Details Ahead of Disney Springs Opening The ravens are circling Disney Springs, and they appear to be carrying carbs. Walt Disney World has officially launched a webpage for Six Ravens, the upcoming savory concept from the creators of Gideon’s Bakehouse, revealing new details about the...
- Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar 15th Anniversary Glass Arrives at Disneyland Hotel A new souvenir glass celebrating 15 years of Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar has arrived at Disneyland Resort. Trader Sam’s 15th Anniversary Glass – $19.99 The new commemorative glass was available at Fantasia Shop inside the Disneyland Hotel. The tall clear glass features colorful retro-inspired tiki artwork...
- Photos: Future Home of Six Ravens Sees Significant Exterior Changes at Disney Springs After learning that Six Ravens, a new project from the people who brought you Gideon's Bakehouse, will be opening this summer at Disney Springs, we checked in on the upcoming establishment to see what changes are afoot.What's Happening:The exterior of the former home of The Art of Shaving has seen...
- Let the Magic End: Magic Kingdom Welcome Show "Let the Magic Begin" to Remain Audio-Only The Let the Magic Begin welcome show at the Magic Kingdom is set to remain audio-only moving forward, with no character appearances.What's Happening:Earlier this year, changes were made to the Let the Magic Begin welcome show at the Magic Kingdom due to the repainting of Cinderella Castle – namely making...
- Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Boardwalk Remains Closed, Guests Have to Take Longer Route to Boat Dock As we reported earlier this week, boat transportation between Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and Magic Kingdom has resumed. However, the boardwalk leading to the resort dock remains under refurbishment. Currently, most guests have to take a longer walk to reach the dock. Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Dock Refurbishment The...
- Downtown Disney District LEGO Store Receives More Window Exterior Updates at Disneyland Resort The LEGO Store in the Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort has several new exterior design updates. At the end of April, we saw several Avengers added to one of the window areas. LEGO Store Windows The biggest addition so far is the LEGO sculpture of Chewbacca...
- Hulk, Captain America, and ‘Amazing Dad’ Spider-Man Tees at Disney World Walt Disney World has a trio of new vintage-style Marvel t-shirts featuring the Hulk, Captain America, and Spider-Man. These are available at Super Hero Headquarters in Disney Springs. Hulk “Smashing Personality” T-Shirt – $36.99 This white and green tie-dye shirt features artwork of the Hulk swinging his...
- REPORT: Lucasfilm Wants Finn Back in ‘Star Wars’ as Rey Movie Faces Problems A galaxy far, far away is still trying to find its next direction – but the answer might lie with one of its former stars. Lucasfilm returns to theaters later this month with The Mandalorian and Grogu, the company’s first theatrical
- Regal’s roller coaster intro returns with a controversial twist Regal’s iconic roller coaster intro is getting a dramatic redesign with new visuals, Easter eggs, and modern effects. But longtime moviegoers immediately noticed one controversial change that could alter the famous hand-raising tradition fans have loved for decades. The post Regal’s roller...
- ‘Star Wars’ exhibit coming to The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art this Sept. in L.A. Beginning Sept. 22, 2026 Star Wars fans in Los Angeles, CA will be able to enjoy a behind the scenes look at movie props and more in the exhibit, Star Wars in Motion at the museum located in Los Angeles’ Exposition Park. The...
- Is Frontierland Cursed? The Disastrous First Week of the Newly Reopened Big Thunder Mountain Railroad For 16 long months, the skyline of Frontierland was missing its most iconic silhouette: the runaway mine trains of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. Fans waited through the longest refurbishment in the attraction’s history, expecting that nearly a year and a half of work would result in...
- Disney World Confirms Permanent End to Classic Magic Kingdom Welcome Show Disney World mornings are changing again with the permanent end of Magic Kingdom’s welcome show. Magic Kingdom has spent the past year in a near-constant state of transformation as Walt Disney World pushes through some of its biggest park changes in decades.
- Price Increases on Disney Summer Essentials: Where to Find What You Need for Less If you’ve been to Disney World between May and October, you already know what you need in your bag to...
- First-Ever ‘Voices of Liberty’ Signage Installed at EPCOT The excellent Voices of Liberty a cappella group is now a little bit more visible thanks to new signage installed at The American Adventure. In fact, in talking with Cast Members at the show, this is the first signage installation that the Voices of Liberty has ever enjoyed during their...
- Trader Sam’s 15th Anniversary Mug Coming to Disneyland, Mixology Seminar Returning Trader Sam’s Mixology Seminar is returning later this month, and bookings open soon. In addition to learning how to create the drinks, take home a 15th anniversary mug! Mixology Seminar Returns The seminar returns on May 25, 2026. Bookings open on May 14. Guests will learn how...
- Why Every Disney Adult Is Buying Tevas From Amazon Today Get our favorite shoes for up to 50% off!
- The Little Mermaid WDI Pins at Mickey’s of Glendale The Little Mermaid WDI Pins at Mickey’s of Glendale Here is a look at the new The Little Mermaid WDI pins at Mickey’s of Glendale! This was a surprise release available starting on Thursday, May 7, 2026....
- Cinderella – Disney Princess Castle Pin at DPB Store Cinderella – Disney Princess Castle Pin at DPB Store Here is a look at the second release from our Disney Princess Castle pin series at DPB Store! The second pin features Cinderella from Cinderella. Special edition of 300 and the price is...
- New Dole Whip Flight Debuts at Swirls on the Water in Disney Springs DOLE Whip Flight Arrives at Disney Springs and It’s a Tropical Dream Come True A brand-new DOLE Whip Flight has officially landed at Swirls on the Water in Disney Springs, and it might just be the sweetest way to cool down this summer. For $8.99, guests can sample three different...
- This Newly Reopened Disney World Ride Continues to Have MAJOR Issues This newly reopened Disney World ride is having MAJOR issues.
- An Iconic Disney Ride Has Changed… And You’re NOT Going To Like It Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin… doesn't spin anymore?!
- Josh Groban Spills Disney Parks Secrets in Latest ‘Teacup Confessions’ Episode Singer and songwriter Josh Groban is the latest celebrity guest to hop aboard the Mad Tea Party at Disneyland for Disney Parks’ ongoing “Teacup Confessions” series. Josh Groban in Teacup Confessions The Disney Parks YouTube series, which releases new episodes weekly, features celebrities answering Disney-themed questions while...
- Soarin’ Queue Lighting Refreshed as Carpet Replacement Continues in EPCOT Crews continue to replace the carpeting throughout the Soarin’ queue in EPCOT with a brand-new design. They have also started to refurbish the blue lighting in the second half of the queue. Soarin’ Carpet There is now new carpeting in both the stand-by and Lightning Lane queues....
- BREAKING: Magic Kingdom ‘Let the Magic Begin’ Welcome Show Will Not Return The Magic Kingdom welcome show “Let the Magic Begin” featuring Mickey and other characters will not return in full. “Let the Magic Begin” Not Returning The show ended performances in January due to painting of Cinderella Castle. Since then, only an audio message has welcomed guests to...
- Disney Investing $1.3 Million in Education Programs to Celebrate Cool Kids’ Summer Walt Disney World brought Cool Kids’ Summer directly to five Central Florida school districts, playing GoofyCore games with students, surprising teachers with theme park tickets, and announcing a $1.3 million investment in education programs. Cool Kids’ Summer & Education Investment The investment supports education programs across Orange,...
- The Art of Disney on Demand Kiosks Locations at Disney’s Resort Hotels Walt Disney World fans who enjoy art will likely want to check out the Art of Disney on Demand kiosks at the Disney Resort Hotels.... The post The Art of Disney on Demand Kiosks Locations at Disney’s Resort Hotels appeared first on...
- ‘Harry Potter’ Attractions Faces Crisis Amid Asbestos Discovery
- The NEW Reason You’ll Want to Rent a Car for Your Disney World Trip If you love live music, free popcorn, and fun vibes, you might be heading off Disney World property A LOT on your next trip!
- FULL LIST: 50 Disney Loungeflys On Sale On Amazon In May Amazon has 50 Loungefly bags up to 50% off!
- Downtown Disney Entrance Adds Facial Recognition Signs at Disneyland Resort The entrance to the Downtown Disney District from Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa at Disneyland Resort has installed facial recognition signs. We’ve previously seen similar signs nearby at the Mickey & friends parking structure. Facial Recognition Signs These facial recognition notice signs were spotted specifically at...
- Original McDonald’s Location Completely Leveled at Disney Village An American icon, second only to the nearby Disney Park, is officially no more. Guests can be rest assured its replacement is fully operational right next door. First Disney Village McDonald’s Officially Demolished The original McDonald’s location at Disney Village has now been completely demolished, marking the...
- More Structures Installed at Monsters, Inc. Coaster Show Building in Disney’s Hollywood Studios More steel structures have popped up for the future Monsters, Inc. door coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Construction is still in the early stages. Monsters, Inc. Coaster Construction Installation of tall black coaster supports began in early February and continue. Compared to our last update, there are...
- Magic Kingdom Testing Updated Rider Swap Procedures at Tomorrowland Attractions TRON Lightcycle Run and Space Mountain are now letting guests utilizing rider swap walk through the queue with their entire party before separating. New Rider Swap Procedure at Magic Kingdom Rider swap allows adult guests to take turns waiting with kids or other guests who are unable...
- Orlando Breaks All-Time Tourism Record With 76.7 Million Visitors in 2025 Orlando welcomed a record-breaking 76.7 million visitors in 2025, setting a new all-time high for the nation’s most-visited destination. 76.7 Million Visitors in Orlando in 2025 The announcement was made by Visit Orlando during its annual National Travel & Tourism Week event at the Orange County Convention...
- FULL TOUR of One of Our FAVORITE Disney World Hotel Rooms We're taking you inside one of our favorite Disney World hotel rooms!
- CONFIRMED: The Sanderson Sisters Are BACK for ‘Hocus Pocus 3’ The long-awaited threequel has been confirmed!
- 6 Hotels Within Walking Distance to EPCOT If you plan to spend a ton of time in EPCOT on your Disney World vacation, these 6 hotels in walking distance to the park can be a HUGE game-changer!
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- EPCOT Is Going To Look Completely Different in a Few Weeks A popular attraction at EPCOT is changing this month!
- SeaWorld Orlando summer 2026: What’s new and returning favorites SeaWorld Orlando is expanding its summer nights with the return of Electric Ocean, nighttime animal presentations, cirque entertainment, drones, fireworks, and more — but families with little kids may not need to stay until closing to get the best parts of the experience. ...
- Border Patrol Agents Arrest Disney Cruise Employees as Part of Federal Investigation CBP has arrested staff members from cruise ships, including Disney Cruise Line.
- PHOTOS: Harry Truman, Bess Truman, & Gerald Ford Artifacts Added to Hall of Presidents in Magic Kingdom The Hall of Presidents at Magic Kingdom continues to rotate through photos and artifacts representing past presidents and first ladies. This week, the lobby has new items for Harry S. Truman, Bess Truman, and Gerald R. Ford. Truman & Ford Artifacts in The Hall of Presidents The...
- More Walls & Fresh Dirt Arrive at Piston Peak Construction Site in Magic Kingdom Fresh piles of dirt can be seen near The Haunted Mansion at the Piston Peak National Park construction site in Magic Kingdom. Construction walls also continue to creep up on Big Al’s and a new retaining wall has been erected across from The Diamond Horseshoe. Dirt Piles...
- New Shows & Movies To Watch This Weekend: Netflix’s ‘Remarkably Bright Creatures,’ ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars’ on Paramount+ and More ...plus, a fresh take on Amadeus premieres on Starz, and more.
- NEWS: Disney Suddenly Cancels Adventure Cruise Ship Sailing The Disney Adventure just canceled a sailing.
- This is What Reopening Day of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Was REALLY Like! Big Thunder Mountain Railroad reopened this past week, but what was it REALLY like on opening day?
- Former Jellyrolls Location Sees MAJOR Changes at Disney World As work continues at the old site, there's new information on Jellyrolls' rebirth.
- Muppets Logo Added to Giant Guitar & Entrance Archway at Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Good morning from Disney’s Hollywood Studios, where there were some more overnight changes for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets. Recently, we took a look at the unveiled attraction poster. Before that, we took a look at the repainted giant guitar. Now, there is new Muppets...
- New Digital Pass Options Debut for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders While some may consider the option a big missed opportunity for ever-rotating designs and passholder fun, MagicMobile on the My Disney Experience app has added two new pass designs for Annual Passholders.What's Happening:Walt Disney World Annual Passholders may be familiar with MagicMobile, a service that puts their passes (or any...
- Six Ravens Webpage With New Menu Details Launches for Gideon’s Bakehouse Savory Location Walt Disney World has launched a webpage for Six Ravens, the new savory venue by Gideon’s Bakehouse opening at Disney Springs this summer. Six Ravens The webpage does not yet have a full menu with prices but does reveal Six Ravens will offer dessert tarts as well...
- PHOTOS: Cinderella Castle Display Inside Emporium Painted Back to Gray at Magic Kingdom The miniature Cinderella Castle display inside the Emporium at Magic Kingdom has been painted back to gray to match the real version just down Main Street. Cinderella Castle Display Painted The miniature castle sits on top of a clothing display near the center of the shop. It...
- Chrome Plating Added to Animation Marquee, Disney Jr. Posters Removed at Hollywood Studios Crews have started installing the final chrome plating on the front of The Magic of Disney Animation marquee and removed posters from the Disney Jr. soundstage. The work is part of the ongoing transformation of Animation Courtyard into Walt Disney Studios Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The...
- Patina Employees Demand Disney No Longer Give Restaurant Group Business In a 100% vote, Patina Group employees who work at restaurants in the Italy pavilion at EPCOT called on Disney to no longer offer Patina new business. Patina Group “We call on Disney: no more new business for Patina Group,” said Jennifer Quiñónez, a Patina worker. “If...
- Full List of Disney World Hotel Perks for 2027 New and old perks alike are returning to Disney World in 2027.
- AllEars TV: What You Need To Know Before You Go To Disney’s Hollywood Studios With major construction projects hitting the park throughout 2026, everything from crowd flow to ride strategy is shifting under your feet. If you’re heading to Hollywood Studios this year, you cannot just wing it. So here is what you need to know!
- NEWS: Permanent Closure Hits Disney Springs Store The fourth store this year has permanently closed in Disney Springs!
- Disney Let Families Board New Cruise Ship and Then Pulled the Plug on the Whole Trip Nobody books a Disney Cruise Line vacation casually. There are flights to arrange, hotels to book before and after, time off work to request, kids to prepare, and in many cases, months or years of saving involved before any of it happens. When the cruise in question is...
- 16 Details in Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean Ride That You Won’t See Unless You Look Closely There are some AMAZING Pirates of the Caribbean facts you've NEVER heard.
- New Carpet Installation Continues, Striking Blue Lighting Refresh Underway at Soarin’ in EPCOT As Soarin’ prepares to trade its global itinerary for a cross-country road trip, the attraction’s long concourse hallways and queue area are getting some long-overdue attention. Workers have been laying new carpet inside the Soarin’ queue during overnight hours to avoid disrupting daily operations. In addition, we have a look...
- 7 Important Rules to Know Before Visiting EPCOT’s Mexico Pavilion Keep these rules in mind next time you're at the Mexico pavilion.
- Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets Name Installed on Guitar at Hollywood Studios The iconic guitar has received one of the finishing touches: the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets name. Name Installed During our visit to the park today, May 8, we noticed right away that crews installed the attraction name on the left side of the guitar....
Theme Park News & Rumors
- How Did The Reopening of This Magic Kingdom Ride Impact Disney World Wait Times? How the major attraction's return affected Disney World's wait times.
- TWO Disney Springs Stores Closed This Week With No Replacements in Sight It's been a big week in Disney World -- one major reopening, while TWO Disney Springs shops closed.
- EPCOT’s France Pavilion Just Opened An Attraction EARLY! Two attractions just reopened in EPCOT early!
- Walt Disney World Resort Cast Member Arrested After Disney Sting Operation – This and More In The Top 10 Stories of the Week for May 9, 2026 From what’s going on in and out of the parks, to breaking news, see what everyone’s talking...
- Walt Disney World Resort Cast Member Arrested After Disney Sting Operation – This and More In The Top 10 Stories of the Week for May 9, 2026 From what’s going on in and out of the parks, to breaking news, see what everyone’s talking...
- 3 Magic Kingdom Restaurants the Experts Refuse to Book Magic Kingdom has some iconic restaurants… but our experts are skipping these 3 in 2026. Yes, one is INSIDE the...
- Walt Disney World Resort Cast Member Arrested After Disney Sting Operation – This and More In The Top 10 Stories of the Week for May 9, 2026 From what’s going on in and out of the parks, to breaking news, see what everyone’s talking...
- DFB Video: Latest Disney News: Annual Passholder Previews for New Rides, Big Thunder is OPEN Again & MORE! All of the latest Disney and theme park news is coming up right now, on DFB Guide.
- Why We’re Avoiding These 4 Disney World Hotels in January 2027 A big closure is coming at the beginning of the year.
- Three Days in 2026 When I’m Skipping Magic Kingdom and Going to EPCOT Instead You might want to skip to the Magic Kingdom these days.
Latest Walt Disney Photos
- WDW UPDATE: Thunder, Monsters & Mayhem, Disney World's Construction Boom Goes Wild! It's been a wild several months at the Walt Disney World Resort in...
- Photos: Future Home of Six Ravens Sees Significant Exterior Changes at Disney Springs After learning that Six Ravens, a new project from the people who brought...
- PHOTOS: Repainting of Cinderella Castle Reaches New Phase as Piston Peak Construction Continues
- Second Kiosk Installed for Personalized ‘Star Wars' Galactic IDs at Disneyland Resort To paraphrase the infamous Count Dooku: “twice the booth, double the photos”.
- PHOTOS: Scaffolding and Scrims Cover Monstropolis as Construction Continues If you are a frequent reader here at MickeyBlog, you know that we have been closely following the...
- Photos: Walls Come Down, Revealing Part of The Walt Disney Studios Courtyard at Disney's Hollywood Studios Some construction walls have come down in what is soon to be The...
- Barrier Going Up to Hide Villains Land Construction Near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Disney is building a large wall near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in an...
- PHOTOS: Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets Gets Exciting New Update In just a few weeks, guests will once again be able to embark on a high-speed adventure through...
- Photos: More Walls Come Down as 'Animation' Sign is Installed in The Walt Disney Studios Courtyard More construction walls have been removed in what is soon to be The...
- Photos: Toy Story Land Galaxy's Edge Entrance Sign Returns After Nearly Year-Long Absence After its removal for a new snack stand, the Galaxy's Edge entrance into...
Universal & Epic Universe Strategy
- RUMOR: The Mystic Fountain at Universal Islands of Adventure May Close Next Week Rumors are swirling online that indicate the forthcoming closure of The Mystic Fountain at Universal Islands of...
- Disney Adventure Sailing Canceled Due to Mechanical Issue, Refunds Issued After Guests Spend First Night in Port in Today’s Daily Recap for 5/8/2026 Magic Kingdom “Let the Magic Begin” welcome show will not return, Patina employees demand Disney no longer...
- Orlando to Host Final Olympic Qualifier Series Stop Ahead of 2028 Los Angeles Games For you Olympian hopefuls out there: it’s time to start planning your back-to-back Florida and California theme...
- Moisture Barrier Ready for Concrete at Future Events Center in Epic Universe Work progresses on the foundation of a future event space at Universal Epic Universe. Land clearing began...
- Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift Track Supports Installed Near Hard Rock Cafe Coaster supports are now in place near Hard Rock Cafe for Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift at...
- Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift Reveals Detailed Ride Vehicles Ahead of Universal Studios Hollywood Opening Universal Studios Hollywood has shared a closer look at the ride vehicles for “Fast & Furious: Hollywood...
- Columns & Arches Theming Removed from Lost Continent at Universal Islands of Adventure Lost Continent is undergoing many changes, as crews work to remove thematic elements on arches and columns....
- Hogwarts Castle Refurbishment Almost Complete as Scaffolding Comes Down at Universal Orlando Most scrims and scaffolding have been removed from Hogwarts Castle at Universal Islands of Adventure but refurbishment...
- Universal Epic Universe Fireworks Launch Site Gets Spotlights for Potential Nighttime Show Spotlights have been installed near the fireworks launch site at Universal Epic Universe, supporting rumors that a...
- Mythos Permanently Closing, Thunder Falls Terrace Becoming New Signature Restaurant at Universal Islands of Adventure in Today’s Daily Recap for 05/07/2026 Mythos Permanently Closing, Thunder Falls Terrace Becoming New Signature Restaurant at Universal Islands of Adventure; ‘Muppets’ Added...