Top Disney Headlines: Today’s Rumors & Park News
- Ghirardelli Moving to Temporary Disney Springs Location Ahead of Major Refurbishment
Ghirardelli Moves One Step Closer to Temporary Disney Springs Relocation Chocolate lovers may not have to wait much longer before seeing Ghirardelli settle into its temporary new home at Disney Springs. A newly filed permit for signage at the former Sprinkles and CrazyShake location in Town Center suggests preparations are... - Buildings Starting to Take Shape for Tropical Americas Expansion in Animal Kingdom
Concrete Forms Rise as Tropical Americas Construction Pushes Forward at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Construction continues to pick up speed on Tropical Americas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and new signs of progress are now visible above the construction walls. Crews have installed several large concrete forms that will eventually become part... - VIDEO: Turning Red 4Town Show with Live Vocalists Debuts for Pixar Summer Fest For Pixar Summer Fest, Hong Kong Disneyland has a new Turning Red-inspired show featuring live vocalists and dancing. Turning Red 4Town Character Moment The performance is a surprise “character moment” that guests can catch between Tomorrowland and Fantasyland. Mei appears, partially transformed with her red panda ears...
- There’s ONE Disney World Ride That’s Way Better in The Rain When it rains in Disney World, there are pros and cons to heading to this particular park.
- NEW Behind The Scenes Look At Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Disney just revealed how the Scooter animatronic was made for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets!
- WARNING: This Disney World News Might Make You Emotional This is the best news to come out of Animal Kingdom this week!
- Why Disney Preemptively Caved to China to Protect Toy Story 5 Box Office The relationship between Hollywood and the international box office has always been a high-stakes tightrope walk, but no media conglomerate understands the fragility of that rope better than The Walt Disney Company. In the hyper-competitive entertainment landscape of 2026, a single geopolitical misstep can cost a studio hundreds...
- Thousands of Disney World Guests Face a New Arrival Experience Starting June 30 For many Disney World visitors from the United Kingdom, the vacation begins long before they step onto Main Street, U.S.A. It starts with the flight. The anticipation builds somewhere over the Atlantic. Families talk about their first Lightning Lane selections. Children try to stay awake long enough...
- I Spent $489 to Save Over 350 Minutes in Ride Lines at Epic Universe We saved a LOT of time on our Epic Universe day. Here's how.
- REVIEW: Why You Should Run to Disney’s Hollywood Studios For This NEW Drink A new cocktail has arrived in Disney World.
- Solar-Powered Trash Cans Continue to Arrive in EPCOT Disney continues to install new solar-powered trash cans with foot pedals throughout World Showcase in EPCOT. The installation began around the entrance to World Showcase and has continued clockwise through the pavilions. Solar-Powered Trash Cans The new cans are now available at Refreshment Outpost and the Germany...
- VIDEO: Drones and Giant Character Inflatables Star in Pixar Pals Spectacular Nighttime Show Pixar Pals Spectacular is a nighttime show that just debuted at Hong Kong Disneyland for Pixar Summer Fest. It features drones and giant character inflatables and runs from June 12 through August 31. Pixar Pals Spectacular Nighttime Show Pixar Pals Spectacular is the pinnacle nighttime experience of...
- Universal Orlando Might Be The BEST Place to Celebrate The World Cup! FIFA fans need to head to CityWalk at Universal Orlando to check out all these incredible World Cup offerings!
- NEW Kids Cooking Class Announced For Disney Springs This new Disney Springs experience makes us wish we were kids again!
- Universal Made Shrek Ogre Ears for Their Newest Theme Park, and We Need 100 We just got a sneak peek at Universal Kids Resort merch!
- AllEars TV: Disney World Red vs Yellow CHALLENGE — Colors Game We are going head to head in Disney World to see who can take it all! It is time for the colors game!
- The MAJOR Problem Exposed by Disney World’s NEW Bluey Experience The problem with Bluey's Wild World at Disney World that might keep guests from coming back!
- For the First Time Ever, More Guests Can Enter Through Restricted Disney Resort Area For more than a year, Fantasy Springs has represented something rare in the Disney theme park world: exclusivity. Ever since the highly anticipated expansion opened at Tokyo DisneySea in 2024, the land has carried an almost mythical reputation among Disney fans. Its breathtaking environments, immersive attractions, and connection...
- Hong Kong Disneyland Decorated for First Pixar Summer Fest Hong Kong Disneyland is decorated with banners, a giant Luxo Jr. lamp, and a light-up Pixar ball for their first-ever Pixar Summer Fest. The celebration runs from June 12 to August 31, 2026. Pixar Summer Fest Decorations The walkway to the park entrance is lined with banners...
- REVIEW: Why Isn’t EVERYONE Talking About This Disney World Lounge?! We recently stopped by Enchanted Rose at Disney's Grand Floridian, and we are bringing you our FULL review!
- Disney and Hawaiian Airlines Pulled Off the Most Perfect Movie Promotion of the Summer Most movie promotions are forgettable. A fast food cup, a limited edition product, a billboard in Times Square. They check a box and move on. What Hawaiian Airlines just unveiled for Disney’s live-action Moana is not that. Not even close. Three specially designed Moana-themed aircraft...
- Disney World’s New AI Vacation Concierge Promises Magic—But Is It a Digital Trap? Planning a Walt Disney World vacation has famously morphed from a fun family pastime into an intense, military-grade strategy session. Between setting 6:00 a.m. alarms for virtual queues, hyper-analyzing dining windows, and deciphering the complex rules of Lightning Lanes, “planning panic” is a very real condition for modern...
- Fantasy Springs Entrance Opening to Non-Hotel Guests for the First Time
- What’s in the Water on Pirates of the Caribbean at Disney World? There’s a reason Pirates of the Caribbean water smells like Disney World bottled a haunted vacation memory. We looked into what’s actually in that famous ride water.
- 6 Dates to AVOID Orlando International Airport This Summer If you can avoid flying these days, you may be wise to do so.
- Guide to 2026 Halloween and Fall Celebrations at Disneyland Celebrate Halloween and Fall at Disneyland 2026 Disneyland Resort is gearing up for its most spellbinding season yet, sharing a first look at the 2026 Halloween and autumn festivities. Guests planning a fall getaway can look forward to a full lineup of seasonal magic, including mouthwatering pumpkin spice treats, eerie...
- Universal Saves ‘Jurassic Park’ Films After ‘Rebirth’ Backlash, Official Update Reveals The Jurassic Park franchise has often relied on more than just its films to tell the full story. Over the years, tie-in projects have expanded the universe in ways the movies never could. Netflix series such as Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous and Jurassic World: Chaos Theory...
- Coins Removed From World Celebration Reflecting Pool at EPCOT - in Today's Daily Recap for 6/12/2026 Disney has removed the coins from a World Celebration reflecting pool that was recently drained. The family of a 2-year-old boy who was killed by an alligator at Walt Disney World continue to honor his life 10 years later. Disney has released six Logo Mania merchandise collections,...
- ‘James Bond’ Project Canceled by Amazon, New Report Says James Bond has enjoyed a strong start to a new era under Amazon MGM Studios thanks to the success of 007 First Light. Released on May 27, IO Interactive’s highly anticipated third-person action-adventure game has been met with widespread praise from critics and players alike. The title stars...
- A Quick Pang of Nostalgia for Disney’s Old ’90s Movie Marketing As a Millennial, a number of my childhood summers featured Disney stopping at a local mall with interactive activities, small stage shows, animator demonstrations, and more. It was a big, [...]
- Universal Studios Florida Attraction Rankings Universal Studios Florida is the original Universal park in Orlando, debuting in 1990 before Islands of Adventure, Epic Universe and the rest of the resort had been built out. The park has certainly evolved since then, with only one opening day attraction still running. Just like Universal...
- Disney’s Moana x ALOHA Collection Makes a Splash The days are getting warmer as we get closer to the beginning of Summer, and our minds can’t help but drift to upcoming days lazing about on the beach, by the pool, or, really, any cool body of water. While we spent our time daydreaming, ALOHA Collection...
- Yesterland: NBA Experience and NBA Store at Disney Springs West Side (opened 2019 / closed permanently 2020) Read the YESTERLAND article HERE: NBA Experience and NBA Store at Disney Springs The National Basketball Association and Walt Disney Imagineering have combined their talents to allow you to be part of the world of professional basketball. Welcome to NBA Experience,...
- 'Cars' 20th Anniversary Merchandise Arrives at Walt Disney World Now celebrating its 20th anniversary, Cars has new merchandise available at Walt Disney World Resort. These items are also available online, which are linked below. Racing Jacket – $84.99 In cherry red, this racing jacket features black-and-white checkered detailing across the torso and down the arms. The...
- Photos/Video: EPCOT Reopens the Odyssey Pavilion for the Summer as Light Lounge Diet EPCOT is upon us, as we enter the summer months between the Flower & Garden and Food & Wine Festivals. To bridge the gap, the Odyssey Pavilion has reopened as the Light Lounge – serving up food, entertainment, and most importantly – air conditioning!The Light Lounge might well be...
- Celebrate America's 250th with Meet & Treat on Disney's BoardWalk In the days leading up to July 4, 2026, qualifying Disney Vacation Club members can attend a special event at the Atlantic Dance Hall to help kick off America's 250th birthday celebration. ...
- Walt Disney Imagineering Shares Concept Art of Shanghai Disney Resort Ahead of 10th Anniversary Just ahead of the resort’s 10th anniversary on June 16, Walt Disney Imagineering has shared concept art from Shanghai Disney Resort on Instagram. Shanghai Disney Resort Concept Art The images shared by Imagineering highlight several sections of Shanghai Disney Resort, starting with, Enchanted Storybook Castle. Then we...
- A Review of Brunch at Disney’s Grand Floridian Cafe We recently visited the Grand Floridian to enjoy a late morning breakfast at the resort’s casual table service restaurant. In this review of brunch at... The post A Review of Brunch at Disney’s Grand Floridian Cafe appeared first on Resorts Gal....
- Moana-Inspired Splash-Proof Gear Arrives from ALOHA Collection ALOHA Collection is partnering with Disney for a new limited-edition Moana collection, featuring some iconic characters from the film such as Moana, Pua, and Heihei.What's Happening:ALOHA Collection's new Moana collection features bestselling Splash-Proof bags and accessories, such as totes, pouches, toiletry bags, crossbodies, hip packs, duffles, and travel organizers.The prints...
- Disney Vacation Club Hosting Special Member Event at Disney's BoardWalk Celebrating America 250 Disney Vacation Club members have an extra way to celebrate America leading up to the 250th Fourth of July weekend, with a special red, white and blue dance party at Disney's BoardWalk.What's Happening:DVC Members are invited to kick off this momentous Fourth of July weekend in style with a red,...
- Magic Key-Exclusive Souvenir Disneyland Map Scavenger Hunt Coming Soon For the end of the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration, Disney is offering a new Magic Key-exclusive scavenger hunt featuring a souvenir park map. Disneyland Park Map Activity for Magic Key Holders Inspired by the Magic Key Road Trip Year — a celebration of park-filled adventures — the map will...
- The Unbuilt Entertainment Empire: Inside Disney’s Radical Original Plan for The BoardWalk—and the Mystery 2026 Project Replacing It Nestled along the shores of Crescent Lake, Disney’s BoardWalk Resort has long been celebrated as one of the most nostalgic corners of Walt Disney World. Designed by the renowned architect Robert A.M. Stern and opened in 1996, the deluxe resort and entertainment district was built to evoke the...
- REVIEW: This Disney World Restaurant Boasts Incredible Eats and Fireworks Views Come with us for a FULL review of Narcoossee's at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa!
- Minions vs. Minions at Universal Kids Resort: rides, play areas, and parent tips A tropical Minion vacation quickly spirals into chaos at Universal Kids Resort. From splash-filled boat battles and spinning golf carts to interactive play spaces and character greetings, Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club may become one of the park's most unforgettable family experiences. ...
- NEW LEGOLAND Florida Experience Celebrates the World Cup You can celebrate the FIFA World Cup at LEGOLAND Florida. Here's how.
- The NEW Unspoken Dress Code Disney Adults Are Following in EPCOT We are in Disney World every day for our job, and we see a lot of what Disney adults are currently wearing to the parks. At EPCOT recently, we’ve been noticing some trends that Disney Adults are quietly following. From athletic wear to accessories, this is the unspoken dress code...
- NEW Permit Reveals Temporary Ghirardelli Location at Disney Springs Ghirardelli is moving into a popular Disney Springs storefront!
- “Disney Police” and Sitcom Tragedies: Tim Allen Blasts Hollywood and Exposes Why the Home Improvement Reboot is Dead The promotional cycle for a massive, multi-billion-dollar Disney franchise is usually a carefully manicured affair. Actors are typically handed a list of sanitized talking points, and corporate handlers stand by to ensure no one steps out of line. But when you are Tim Allen—a 72-year-old Hollywood veteran who...
- We Are BEGGING You Not To Make This Disney World Ride Mistake Not one, but TWO Disney World rides had issues that caused their wait times to SOAR -- here's why you SHOULD NOT get in line.
- Reopening Date Revealed for Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland Matterhorn Bobsleds is closing for refurbishment this summer at Disneyland, but we now have a reopening date. The attraction takes guests through a snow-capped mountain on a speeding alpine sled while avoiding the clutches of the Abominable Snowman. Matterhorn Bobsleds Reopening Date According to the Disneyland calendar,...
- Does This Bizarre Thing Happen to Anyone Else on Spaceship Earth in EPCOT? Just Me? I love Spaceship Earth dearly, but it DOES NOT like me back.
- REVIEW: We Spent $60 on Cake at Disney World, and It Was Worth Every Penny These 3 new treats at the Cake Bake Shop Bakery are pricey, but 100% worth it!
- Disney World Has Removed More Than 400 Alligators Over the Past Decade Disney World has removed a lot of alligators from its property.
- REVIEW: A NEW Lounge Is NOW OPEN at EPCOT The Light Lounge is OPEN in EPCOT!
- I’m a Professional Disney Adult Who Just Went to Dollywood for the First Time — My Honest Review I'm sharing my REAL THOUGHTS on Dollywood theme park!
- Walt Disney World Website Testing AI Overview Function Over on the Walt Disney World website, the company is testing an AI overview search function. As of right now, it appears to be in the testing phase. AI Overviews As you can see above, the AI Overview is labeled “Cast Preview,” insinuating that the function is...
- New Shows & Movies To Watch This Weekend: Netflix’s ‘Sweet Magnolias,’ ‘Every Year After’ on Prime Video + More These titles and more are out now, get ready for a weekend binge!
- Why Every Disney Adult Is Buying These Summer Essentials from Target Right Now There are some great Disney summer essentials at Target right now that you won't want to miss!
- EPCOT Festival Tables Slowly Being Replaced with Environmentally-Friendly Bins Bloggers used to posing brown bowls of EPCOT festival food on trash cans around World Showcase are going to need...
- Disney World, Disneyland, and Universal Orlando Crowd Calendar Updates We’ve updated our crowd calendars for Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Universal Orlando. Updated predictions start with June 15, 2026...
- AI-Powered Search Is Coming to Walt Disney World Website, But Don’t Let The Screenshots Fool You The Walt Disney World website will be adapting AI search results as part of a concerted effort to make the website more helpful for guests planning their vacations. Previously, Walt Disney World had announced that AI search was coming to the My Disney Experience app. While it was...
- Celebrate 45 Years: "Indiana Jones" Spirit Jersey Makes Its Debut at Disney Store If you’re on the hunt for amazing artifacts with historical significance, Disney Store is probably not the destination for you. However, if you’re looking for something to celebrate the adventurer Indiana Jones, you won’t want to miss out on the new Spirit Jersey the online retailer just uncovered!(Please note this...
- 7 New Retro Disney Shirts Just Quietly Released on Amazon Summer is heating up, and Amazon just quietly dropped a fresh batch of retro Disney tees that deserve way more attention than they're getting.
- Coins Removed From World Celebration Reflecting Pool at EPCOT Disney has removed the coins from a World Celebration reflecting pool that was recently drained. World Celebration Reflecting Pool Coins Removed The affected area is the body of water between the Imagination Pavilion and the Land Pavilion closest to CommuniCore Plaza. Crews recently drained the water and...
- Full List With Prices of Orange 'Park Hopper' Logo Mania Collection at Walt Disney World Disney has released six Logo Mania merchandise collections, featuring a mix of accessories, plush, souvenirs, home items, and jewelry. Here is the full list (with prices) of the orange “Park Hopper” collection. The collections are available in the flagship merchandise locations at each park and Disney Springs,...
- REVIEW: Caramel Popcorn and Apple-Caramel Churro Bites are a Unique Twist on Churros at EPCOT Two new flavored churro bites have arrived at EPCOT by way of the new Light Lounge at The Odyssey. We tried both the Caramel Popcorn and Apple-Caramel Churro Bites to let you know whether they are a must-try. Caramel Popcorn Churro Bites – $6.49 Caramel churros, kettle corn,...
- Full List With Prices of Yellow 'Popcorn on Main Street' Logo Mania Collection Exclusively at Walt Disney World Disney has released six Logo Mania merchandise collections, featuring a mix of headwear, accessories, plush, souvenirs, home items, jewelry, and wearables. Here is the full list (with prices) of the yellow “Popcorn on Main Street” collection, which is exclusive to Walt Disney World. We found this collection...
- Full List With Prices of Black 'Parks After Dark' Logo Mania Collection Exclusively at Walt Disney World Disney has released six Logo Mania merchandise collections, featuring a mix of headwear, accessories, plush, souvenirs, home items, jewelry, and wearables. Here is the full list (with prices) of the black “Parks After Dark” collection, exclusive to Walt Disney World. Items are available in the flagship merchandise...
- 15 Disney World Myths and Misconceptions People Swear Are True — But Aren’t We're busting 15 Disney World myths and misconceptions that could be costing you time, money, and the best version of your trip. The post 15 Disney World Myths and Misconceptions People Swear Are True — But Aren’t appeared first on Eat...
- REVIEW: 5 Exclusive NEW Treats Hit Disney World We park hopped just for these Annual Passholder-exclusive coffees and we've never been happier (or more caffeinated)!
- REVIEW: Don’t Be Surprised To Find Us at This Disney World Restaurant Again and Again We found your next fancy dinner at Disney World.
- NEWS: Disney Is FINALLY Fixing This Attraction After 3 Years Some big news just dropped about Disneyland's railroad!
- Margaret Kerry, Model For Tinker Bell in ‘Peter Pan,’ Has Passed Away at 97 Margaret Kerry, the actress and dancer who notably modeled for Tinker Bell in 'Peter Pan,' has passed away at 97.
- The Best $215 You Can Spend in November in Disney World One of the best Disney World splurges in November does NOT require a park ticket. The Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic is back for 2026, and we’re breaking down why that ticket might actually be one of the smartest food moves of your trip.
- PHOTOS: Light Lounge at The Odyssey Now Open at EPCOT Last week, we announced the Light Lounge at The Odyssey was coming to EPCOT after new signage emerged at the pavilion. Now the lounge is here, and this is everything you need to know! Following the installation of the signage at The Odyssey pavilion, there was no...
- Full List With Prices of Pink 'Fantasyland Feels' Logo Mania Collection at Walt Disney World Disney has released six Logo Mania merchandise collections, featuring a mix of headwear, accessories, plush, souvenirs, home items, jewelry, and wearables. Here is the full list (with prices) of the pink “Fantasyland Feels” collection. The collections are available in the flagship merchandise locations at each park and...
- Full List With Prices of Blue 'Last Day of Trip Blues' Logo Mania Collection at Walt Disney World Disney has released six Logo Mania merchandise collections, featuring a mix of headwear, accessories, plush, souvenirs, home items, jewelry, and wearables. Here is the full list (with prices) of the blue “Last Day of Trip Blues” collection. The collections are available in the flagship merchandise locations at...
- Dangerous Conditions Are Closing In on Disney World as New Warning Impacts Thousands of Guests There are certain days at Walt Disney World when the weather becomes part of the story. Not because of a passing thunderstorm or an unexpected ride closure. Not because of hurricane season or crowded holiday weekends. But because stepping outside suddenly becomes the biggest challenge guests face all...
- Disney World Confirms Free Fireworks Coming This Summer For many families planning a Walt Disney World vacation this summer, the biggest challenge isn’t deciding what rides to experience first—it’s figuring out how to make every vacation dollar stretch a little further. With ticket prices, dining costs, and vacation expenses continuing to rise, guests have...
- We’re RUNNING To This Disney World Hotel for the Fourth of July You know where to find us Fourth of July weekend!
- A Word of WARNING About This Disney Springs Bus Rule Could transportation be limited around Disney World next month?
- REVIEW: Are These Dollywood-Exclusive Desserts Worth Buying? You can only get these Dippin' Dots in Dollywood!
- NEW Hollywood Studios Permit Hints at Major Changes Is this new permit tied to top-secret Project Fedora?
- The Woman Who Made Tinker Bell Real Has Passed Away, Disney Will Never Be the Same Most people who grew up watching Tinker Bell fly across the screen in Peter Pan never knew her name. They knew the character. The feisty pixie with the blonde bun and the green dress who could not speak but somehow said everything with the tilt of...
- We’ve Got Some Bad News About Dining in EPCOT’s France Pavilion Food and drinks just got pricier at this EPCOT pavilion.
- As Extreme Heat Bears Down on Disney World, EPCOT Unveils a Surprising New Guest Retreat For many Walt Disney World guests, summer vacation dreams often come with an uncomfortable reality. The crowds are bigger. The pavement feels hotter. By mid-afternoon, even the most enthusiastic Disney fans can find themselves searching desperately for shade, air conditioning, and a place to simply catch their breath....
- Full List With Prices of Green 'The Tiki Tiki Tiki Room' Logo Mania Collection at Walt Disney World Disney has released six Logo Mania merchandise collections, featuring a mix of headwear, accessories, plush, souvenirs, home items, jewelry, and wearables. Here is the full list (with prices) of the green “The Tiki Tiki Tiki Room” collection. The collections are available in the flagship merchandise locations at...
- Disney Vacation Club Meet and Treat Experience Offered for Fourth of July A new meet and treat experience is exclusively being offered for Disney Vacation Club (DVC) members for Fourth of July weekend to celebrate the 250th anniversary of America. DVC Meet and Treat Experience DVC Members can enjoy festive treats, dance to patriotic tunes, and meet Disney characters...
- 8 Loungefly Collections for Disney Fans in Their 70s Loungefly has been quietly building a collection that feels tailor-made for fans who want to carry a little nostalgia with them wherever they go, and we've rounded up eight of the best picks right here.
- AllEars TV: What You Need to Know Before You Go to Universal Volcano Bay Water Park Volcano Bay isn’t just Universal Orlando’s water park — it’s their full‑blown third gate, complete with water coasters and a whole lot of tropical chaos.
- Who Will Win This HARD Disney World Game Tomorrow? It's time for another episode of one of AllEars' most difficult games! Who will win?
- Magic Kingdom Secrets You Will Want to Find on Your Next Trip You can visit Magic Kingdom a dozen times and still walk right past some of its best little details. That is sort of the point. Disney built this park to reward the people who slow down and actually look, and once you know what you are looking...
- Tomorrowland Performer Michael Iceberg Passes Away Michael Iseberg, known as Michael Iceberg, has passed away according to his friend Chris Edler in the Michael Iceberg and the Iceberg Machine Fan Group. Edler posted that Iceberg passed away on June 9, 2026 at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore, Maryland “peacefully with his son by his...
- PHOTOS: 'Toy Story' Bullseye Popcorn Bucket Released at Hong Kong Disneyland Ride like the wind, Bullseye! A new popcorn bucket inspired by Bullseye from the Toy Story franchise is now available at Hong Kong Disneyland. It’s coming soon to both Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World. Bullseye Popcorn Bucket It’s the perfect size for a Woody doll to...
- American Flags at Walt Disney World Half-Staff to Honor Anniversary of Pulse Shooting American flags at Walt Disney World theme parks and across Florida are at half-staff for Pulse Remembrance Day, which honors the anniversary of the deadly shooting at Pulse nightclub on June 12, 2016. American Flags Half-Staff for Pulse Nightclub Shooting Governor Ron DeSantis ordered flags in Florida...
- 2 Illegal Things You’re Still Packing for Disney Cruises (And Everyone Hopes You’ll Stop) Avoid packing these items, and bring alternatives instead!
- Summer 2026 Closing Date for Grand Floridian Cafe Confirmed July 19, 2026 is the final day to enjoy Grand Floridian Cafe before it closes for approximately three months.
- Audio Testing Confirms “Universal Celestial Goodnight” Fireworks Show Coming to Epic Universe Audio testing this morning at Epic Universe confirmed the title of the park’s rumored nighttime show: Universal Celestial Goodnight. A video posted to Twitter captured the audio. It’s the first time that we understand the name has publicly surfaced anywhere outside Universal’s trademark filing. Universal hasn’t officially announced the...
- Light Lounge at The Odyssey Opens Today at EPCOT: Menu & Entertainment According to the Walt Disney World website, Light Lounge at The Odyssey will open today, as we previously announced. While details about the venue have not been officially announced by Disney ahead of time, we have a first look at the menu and entertainment act that will be...
- Over 400 Alligators Have Been Removed From Walt Disney World Since 2016 Tragedy - in Today's Daily Recap for 06/11/2026 Over 400 Alligators Have Been Removed From Walt Disney World Since 2016 Tragedy; Bus Crash With Injuries Near EPCOT Cast Parking, Road Closed; Watch the Teaser Trailer for Pixar’s ‘Gatto’; World Celebration Reflecting Pool Drained at EPCOT for Refurbishment— all this and more in today’s daily recap...
- Disney Insights of Buena Vista Street at Disney California Adventure So far in 2026 we’ve gone through a walk through of Disney California Adventure of
- How to put together a Muppets birthday party All about how I put together my Muppets birthday party: I am ready for the Muppets to make their big comeback! My hope was that it would be in 2011, when The Muppets with Jason Segal and Amy Adams came out. I absolutely loved that movie, but...
- How to make a Jasmine running costume A look at how I put together my Jasmine running costume: I’ve been trying to do all of the princesses as costumes for Princess race weekend, and in February 2020 Jasmine was still one I needed to cross off my list. I will be totally honest –...
- Animal Kingdom 1-Day Itinerary Our Animal Kingdom 1-Day Itinerary is an efficient touring plan for what attractions, shows, and dining we’d do in our ideal day at the park. This itinerary is how we’d recommend experiencing all of what we consider Animal Kingdom’s essentials. While other touring plans focus on fitting...
- Toy Story 5, Moana Experiences Announced London’s Potters Fields Park and Manila’s SM Mall of Asia both will play host to Disney experiences, according to recent announcements. First up, the Philippines’ largest shopping centre will host [...]
- Star-Spangled Soarin’: Disney Unscripted Explores the Making of Soarin’ Across America Disney Parks is ready to take you behind the scenes of Soarin’ Across America, the new semi-quincentennial celebration attraction now open at EPCOT and opening soon at Disney California Adventure.What’s Happening:Disney Parks has debuted a new episode of Disney Unscripted, taking fans behind the scenes of one of their latest...
- Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Celebrates America 250 With Fourth of July Festivities As America prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin is marking the occasion with a holiday weekend packed with special events, entertainment, and summer-exclusive experiences for guests.What’s Happening:The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin is hosting a special America 250 celebration over the July...
- Wear the Magic: Sorcerer Mickey Pullover Arrives at Walt Disney World Resort Now that the Sorcerer Mickey hat has returned in a new way to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you can wear the iconic symbol around with this new pullover hoodie. Sorcerer Mickey Hat Pullover – $69.99 In a denim blue, this pullover hooded sweatshirt has a kangaroo pocket in...
- T-REX Restaurant at Disney Springs – 6 Things You Need to Know If you or someone in your family has a love for dinosaurs and all things prehistoric – the T-REX restaurant needs to be put on your must-do list today! Even if you aren’t an avid dinosaur fan, chances are after you experience a meal at T-REX, you’ll...
- The Third Disney RE/DONE Collection Focuses on Mickey and "The Mickey Mouse Club" Inspired Clothing RE/DONE has released another batch of vintage-style Disney clothing, this time inspired by Mickey Mouse and The Mickey Mouse Club.What's Happening:The third in Disney and Sustainable designer brand RE/DONE's ongoing collaboration, this newest set is focused on Mickey Mouse and The Mickey Mouse Club.The collaboration first launched last fall with...
- PhotoPass Launches Cool Kids' Summer Photo Challenge Around Walt Disney World For Cool Kids’ Summer, PhotoPass at Walt Disney World Resort has unveiled a summer photo challenge for guests to participate in. Cool Kids’ Summer Photo Spots To participate in the PhotoPass challenge, guests must visit two specific spots at each of the Walt Disney World parks: Animal...
- Chimney Facade Work Being Done at EPCOT's La Poutinerie Due to open in less than a month, there is now chimney work being done over at La Poutinerie, formerly the Refreshment Port, at EPCOT. Chimney Work It appears that the chimney is receiving similar stone work texturing as the kiosk’s pillars. As you can see above,...
- Downtown Disney District Hosts Limited Time Soccer-Themed Kickoff Event To celebrate the FIFA World Cup starting today, June 11, Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort is kicking off with soccer-themed entertainment, food, and more for a limited time. Downtown Disney Kickoff Event From June 11-14 at 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., guests visiting Disneyland Resort...
- The Best Day of the Week to Visit Disneyland & Disney California Adventure Today’s blog post answers the question “What’s the best day of the week to visit Disneyland and DCA?”, following our...
- Celebrate America 250 with an Exclusive DVC Character Dance Party at Disney’s BoardWalk Disney Vacation Club Hosting Special Meet & Treat at Disney’s BoardWalk for America’s 250th Birthday Disney Vacation Club Members have a patriotic perk to look forward to this summer as Disney Vacation Club celebrates America’s 250th birthday with a special Meet & Treat event at Disney’s BoardWalk. Related: Disney World...
- Disney World Has Removed Over 400 Alligators Since the 2016 Grand Floridian Tragedy More Than 400 Alligators Removed From Walt Disney World Since 2016 Newly released records show that more than 400 alligators have been removed from Walt Disney World property since the tragic 2016 death of 2-year-old Lane Graves at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Related: Baby Giraffe Ivy Makes Her...
- Baby Giraffe Ivy Makes Her Savannah Debut at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Ivy the Baby Giraffe Takes Her First Steps on the Savanna at Disney’s Animal Kingdom There is a new little leaf-lover stretching her legs at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and we were lucky enough to see it happen in person! Disney invited us out to witness a very special milestone as...
- Celebrate Pride Month with the Return of the ‘Love’ Photo Op at Animal Kingdom ‘Love’ Pride Month Photo Op Returns to Disney’s Animal Kingdom for 2026 Pride Month has officially arrived at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and one of the park’s most colorful traditions is back once again. The fan-favorite “Love” Pride mural has returned for 2026, giving guests the perfect backdrop for celebrating love,...
- More Than 400 Alligators Removed from Walt Disney World Property Over the Last Decade It's been almost 10 years since the tragic accident involving an alligator that led to the death of 2-year-old Lane Graves at Walt Disney World. In the 10 years since, over 400 nuisance alligators have been removed from resort property.What's Happening:State records newly acquired by Click Orlando show that at...
- Disney World Bus Crash Sparks Emergency Response After Injury Reports Emergency responders were called to Walt Disney World Resort on Thursday following a reported crash near EPCOT. According to witness reports, the crash occurred shortly before 1 p.m. at the intersection of E. Buena Vista Drive and Chelonia Parkway.
- Photos: 2026 Fourth of July Merchandise at Walt Disney World We’ve found a considerable amount of 4th of July merchandise at Walt Disney World over the last couple of weeks. So I’ve been collecting photos... The post Photos: 2026 Fourth of July Merchandise at Walt Disney World appeared first on Resorts...
- Pixar Just Dropped a Trailer for Its NEWEST Movie and Fans Can’t Get Enough Pixar dropped a new trailer for 'Gatto'!
- REVIEW: The $17 Snack That We Actually Recommend in Disney World (Despite the Price!) If you’re a foodie, EPCOT is a must-visit park during your Disney World trip! The World Showcase in particular is a great place to stop and dine, with eats from around the world in each of the country-themed pavilions. One of our favorite places to dine is the Japan Pavilion,...
- Your Ultimate Foodie Guide to Disney 250th America Celebration Eats! Your Ultimate Guide to Disney 250th America Celebration Eats! Get ready to snack like it’s 1776, because Disney is officially pulling out all the stops for the United States Semiquincentennial! The culinary teams at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort have cooked up a massive, star-spangled lineup of limited-time...
- Spring Magic: The Cutest New Baby Animals to Spot at Disney World Right Now Spring Magic: The Cutest New Baby Animals to Spot at Disney World Right Now Spring has officially sprung at Walt Disney World, and honestly, the cuteness factor is completely off the charts right now! As we wrap up Earth Month, there is a major baby boom happening behind the scenes...
- There’s Been a BIG Change to the Disney World App There's been a big change on the My Disney Experience App!
- The Sound of Silence: DeSantis’ Disney Board Imposes Media Blackout, Masking Critical Theme Park Decisions When Florida Governor Ron DeSantis dissolved the historic Reedy Creek Improvement District in 2023, the absolute cornerstone of his political messaging was public accountability. The hand-picked board of supervisors overseeing the newly minted Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD) was repeatedly positioned as a refreshing upgrade...
- Draining the Basin: Inside the Massive EPCOT Reflecting Pool Refurbishment That Echoes Washington’s Monument Standards EPCOT’s layout has always relied on the principles of grand civic design. Its architecture utilizes vast open spaces, structural symmetry, and monumental water features to cultivate a welcoming environment of clean, forward-looking optimism. Among these elements, the sprawling reflecting pools that anchor the center of the park serve...
- Following Fatal Attack, Disney World Removed More Than 400 Alligators Wildlife management remains a constant reality at Walt Disney World. The resort may be known for theme parks, hotels, and attractions, but it also sits within the natural landscape of Central Florida. Lakes, canals, ponds, and wetlands across the region are home to large populations of native wildlife, including alligators....
- You’re STILL Booking the Wrong Lightning Lane in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Sorry Disney adults, but your Lightning Lane strategy at Hollywood Studios needs some WORK!
- I Can’t Believe They Let People Do This in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Now We got to check out Jumping Junction at Animal Kingdom!
- Pluto and Goofy Meet & Greets Move at Disney's Animal Kingdom Pluto and Goofy are now meeting in a new location together at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Meeting Location Pluto and Goofy are now meeting with guests near the back of Animal Kingdom. They have been posted there continuously since at least the beginning of June. We first spotted...
- Updated Signage for Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop at Disney Springs Coming Soon The Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop at Disney Springs will be renovating its current home location and temporarily relocating to the Town Center area. A permit has been filed for new signage. Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop The permit contracts Dynamic Aspects for “signage.” The...
- Dollar Tree Is Dropping NEW Disney Essentials for Under $5 Each Planning for Disney World can get pricey if you aren’t paying attention. From hotels to theme park tickets, it can cost a lot to go on a trip these days. That’s why we like to save where we can! Dollar Tree is a great spot to grab snacks and other...
- 4 NEW Perks Revealed for Disney+ Subscribers Here are all 10 Disney+ perks happening right now!
- The Kids Eat FREE Deal Is Back at a Popular Disney Springs Restaurant Kids free dining is back at this Disney World restaurant.
- Bus Crash With Injuries Near EPCOT Cast Parking, Road Closed An emergency call involving a car crash near the Cast parking behind EPCOT has occurred this afternoon, June 10. Vehicle Crash At 12:59 p.m., a call log indicated a crash with injuries reported at E. Buena Vista Drive and Chelonia Parkway. One of our reporters was out...
- A NEW Nostalgic Land Just Opened at Six Flags Magic Mountain There's a new nostalgic land at Six Flags Magic Mountain!
- Why Disney Adults Are Running to Amazon for Tevas Right Now We know we stress the importance of wearing comfortable shoes to Disney World, and usually that means sneakers or tennis shoes — but sneakers might not always be practical. Whether you’re heading to one of Disney’s water parks, plan on getting soaked on water rides, or just want to keep...
- A Popular Disney World Dining Perk Is Back, and It Could Save Families More Than They Realize For many families, summer at Walt Disney World is all about creating memories that last long after the vacation ends. It’s the season of late-night rides, character encounters, unexpected laughs, and the small moments that somehow become the stories families tell for years. But for many...
Theme Park News & Rumors
- From Casual Lounge to Luxury Dining — Disney World’s Top 3 Restaurants Couldn’t Be More Different Disney World’s top 3 restaurants have almost nothing in common, and that’s exactly why this ranking gets interesting. We’re talking...
- This Is What We Mean When We Say Something Is Always Happening in Disney World Major construction news has slowed down in Disney World, which means things are less overwhelming...but it also means current projects...
- Why Disney’s Animal Kingdom Is Even Better Than You Thought The inspiring journey of Kendi the white rhino at Animal Kingdom.
- DFB Video: Latest Disney News: Opening Date for New Snack Stand, New Trash Cans in EPCOT & MORE! All of the latest Disney and theme park news is coming up right now on DFB Guide.
- Why Your Hotel Room Just Got More Expensive Hotel prices are going up, and there are a few reasons why.
- Why We’re Bringing the Kids to Disney Springs on July 22nd A new cooking class is being offered for kids in Disney Springs!
- Disney Springs Has Now Implemented a MAJOR CHANGE to Its Parking Rules Recently, Disney Springs changed the ways guests can park!
- Coins Removed From World Celebration Reflecting Pool at EPCOT - in Today's Daily Recap for 6/12/2026 Disney has removed the coins from a World Celebration reflecting pool that was recently drained. The family...
- 5 Weeks When Disney World Will Be Empty in 2027 Some weeks will likely be lighter than others in 2027.
- Coins Removed From World Celebration Reflecting Pool at EPCOT - in Today's Daily Recap for 6/12/2026 Disney has removed the coins from a World Celebration reflecting pool that was recently drained. The family...
Latest Walt Disney Photos
- PHOTOS: Ivy the Baby Giraffe Makes Her Debut at Disney’s Animal Kingdom While Disney’s Animal Kingdom is renowned for its immersive environments, thrilling rides, and exceptional dining, the park’s true stars have...
- Photos/Video: Baby Masai Giraffe 'Ivy' Arrives at Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney's Animal Kingdom A new Masai giraffe has arrived on the savanna at Disney's Animal Kingdom...
- Disney Parks Shares Presidential Visit Photos for America's 250th Disney Celebrates America's 250th with a Look Back at Presidential Visits to the...
- “Dad!” Sign Installed at Disney Springs for Father's Day 2026 Disney Springs bids a colorful welcome to the many Disney fathers strolling through...
- Roof and Façade Work Proceeding on Future ‘Up' Attraction at Disney Adventure World The future Up attraction at Disney Adventure World is starting to take shape,...
- PHOTOS: Let’s Check Out the TWO Dance Parties at the Disneyland Resort! Visiting the Disneyland Resort this summer? If so, you’re in for a fun time! ...
- PHOTOS: Donald & Daisy Meet Annual Passholders in 50th Anniversary Costumes at EPCOT Walt Disney World Annual Passholders get to enjoy exclusive character meet and greets...
- PHOTOS: Cinderella Castle’s Moat Has Been Fully Refilled at Magic Kingdom Here at MickeyBlog, we have been closely following the ongoing refurbishment of Cinderella Castle for months now. The repainting project,...
- Confirmed Entertainment Showtimes for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party Disney has confirmed the entertainment showtimes for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party,...
- Fast & Furious Coaster Spike and Speed Hill Take Shape at Universal Studios Florida in Today's Daily Recap for 06/07/2026 Fast & Furious Coaster Spike and Speed Hill Take Shape at Universal Studios...
Universal & Epic Universe Strategy
- Coins Removed From World Celebration Reflecting Pool at EPCOT - in Today's Daily Recap for 6/12/2026 Disney has removed the coins from a World Celebration reflecting pool that was recently drained. The family...
- More Track Added to Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift Spike Element at Universal Studios Florida Construction continues to progress on the spike element of the Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift ride coming...
- Audio Testing for Universal Celestial Goodnight Underway at Epic Universe It seems that Epic Universe is currently testing the audio system for the forthcoming Universal Celestial Goodnight...
- Over 400 Alligators Have Been Removed From Walt Disney World Since 2016 Tragedy - in Today's Daily Recap for 06/11/2026 Over 400 Alligators Have Been Removed From Walt Disney World Since 2016 Tragedy; Bus Crash With Injuries...
- Celebrate the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Universal Studios Hollywood CityWalk The CityWalk at Universal Studios Hollywood will have new entertainment and food options to celebrate the 2026...
- Guide to Universal Kids Resort: Lands, Rides, Shows, and More Opening July 1, 2026, in Frisco, Texas, Universal Kids Resort is designed with young children and families...
- Why are ‘Toy Story’ Characters Inside MuppetVision 3D? - in Today's Daily Recap for 06/10/2026 Why are ‘Toy Story’ Characters Inside MuppetVision 3D?, Viral TikTok Video Shows PeopleMover Fire at Walt Disney...
- The Limited-Time Universal Studios Snack You Need to Try Finnegan's Bar & Grill may be closed but you can still find great Irish pub food at...
- Universal Kids Resort Offers Preview Days Ahead of Grand Opening in July Universal has announced a special preview period that will allow guests to visit the resort before its...
- Disney Wins $44 Million Property Tax Lawsuit as Unions Protest in Today’s Daily Recap for 06/09/2026 Disney Wins $44 Million Property Tax Lawsuit as Unions Protest, Lightning McQueen Light Up Popcorn Bucket Released...