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Trending: Bakso the Sumatran tiger leaving Disney's Animal Kingdom · Disney Believe cruise ship reveal event details · Walt Disney World Railroad refurbishment at Magic Kingdom · Bob Chapek memoir and Iger-Chapek feud Latest developments: Guests visiting Disney's Animal Kingdom have limited time left to see Bakso the Sumatran tiger before the two-year-old animal departs the park later this fall to join another AZA-accredited zoo as part of the Species Survival Plan. Looking ahead to maritime operations, Disney Cruise Line has scheduled a livestream reveal for October 7 at 4:30 pm ET to announce the homeport, itineraries, and onboard venues for the upcoming Disney Believe ship which sets sail in 2027. Back at Magic Kingdom, the Walt Disney World Railroad is now closed for a multi-week refurbishment with Disney's calendar listing the closure from September 28 through October 29, 2026. Finally, former Disney CEO Bob Chapek is addressing his time with the company and his 2022 termination in his new memoir titled "Behind the Castle Walls: My Thirty Years at the Happiest Place on Earth," which is scheduled for release on September 29, 2026. Trending topics updated · 3:18 PMDisney News Now · September 28 
Bakso the Tiger Is Leaving Disney's Animal Kingdom This Fall 
Walt Disney World Railroad Now Closed for Multi-Week Refurbishment Chapek’s Memoir Revisits “Don’t Say Gay” Firestorm, Blames Bob Iger for Making Things Worse
- Black Panther, Iron Man, and Spider-Man Plush Available for Create Your Own Headband at Walt Disney World New Marvel headband plush accessories to customize your own ear headband have arrived at Walt Disney World. We spotted Black Panther, Iron Man, and Spider-Man plush in World of Disney at Disney Springs. The headbands are sold separately for $11.99 Black Panther Plush — $13.99 The Black...
- Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom Evacuated Yesterday Due to Reported Fire Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom was evacuated on Sunday, September 27, 2026, possibly due to a fire. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Evacuation Reddit user Ok-Kick-4762 asked about the evacuation on r/DisneyWorld. They described the incident from their point of view in the ride’s queue: We...
- Disney Files Patent for AI That Records Ride's Mechanical Issues, Filters Out Excess Environment Noise A new Disney patent describes an AI system that could help technicians detect a ride’s mechanical problems. AI Could Help Detect Ride Problems Filed in March 2025 and published this month, the patent is titled “Techniques for Detecting Anomalies in Audio Recordings for Predictive Maintenance.” Here’s the...
- ‘Disney Believe’ Homeport, Itineraries, Venues, Entertainment, and More Reveals Planned for Oct. 7 Livestream Disney says the Disney Believe livestream on Wednesday, October 7th, will reveal the ship’s homeport, itineraries, new venues, and entertainment. The broadcast starts at 4:30pm Eastern on the Disney Parks social channels. Disney Cruise Line expects its ninth ship to debut in 2027, and fans will have a much...
- Minecraft themed entertainment news, ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ new attraction details, and more news! – The Attractions Podcast The Attractions Podcast: Minecraft themed entertainment news, plus the latest theme park updates and more from Attractions Magazine. The post Minecraft themed entertainment news, ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ new attraction details, and more news! – The Attractions Podcast appeared first on Attractions...
- Chapek’s Memoir Revisits “Don’t Say Gay” Firestorm, Blames Bob Iger for Making Things Worse Former Disney CEO Bob Chapek is giving his own account of the “Don’t Say Gay” crisis in his new memoir, “Behind the Castle Walls: My Thirty Years at the Happiest Place on Earth.” The book is out September 29th from Gallery Books, and we have an early look at...
- Journalist Ben Smith Reflects on How His Reporting Sparked the Iger-Chapek Feud With Bob Chapek speaking out for the first time about his Disney firing, journalist Ben Smith is looking back at his involvement in the former CEO’s feud with Bob Iger. Ben Smith and the Chapek-Iger Fight Bob Iger resigned as Disney CEO in 2020, appointing Bob Chapek...
- Disneyland Resort Tickets, Food, & More Price Increases Likely Coming Soon, Current Look at Costs Disneyland Resort increases prices for tickets, food, merchandise, and more in early October every year, and we are expecting the same in 2026. Here is a look at the current pricing. Disneyland Resort Tickets Disneyland and Disney California Adventure use date-based ticket pricing, so weekends and holidays...
- Tiana's Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom Facing Extended Downtime, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Also Closed Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom are both closed for unknown reasons. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure & Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Downtime Tiana’s Bayou Adventure closed at about 10:11 a.m. An hour later, we noticed the ride’s water had been mostly drained. It...
- Disney Store Increases Price of All Standard Ear Headbands Online Disney Store has increased the price of all standard ear headbands. This comes ahead of expected price increases at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort, which usually occur every October. Ear Headband Price Increase Most ear headbands used to be $36.99. Now, all standard ear headbands online...
- PHOTOS: Five Guys Now Open at Universal CityWalk Orlando Five Guys opened at Universal CityWalk Orlando this past weekend. The restaurant replaces the Burger King Whopper Bar, which closed permanently in April. Five Guys at CityWalk The arrow signs near Voodoo Doughnuts have yet to be updated to include Five Guys. Instead, there’s a temporary A-frame...
- Next Wave of Classic Disney Ornaments Arrive at Disney Store It’s the holiday season at Disney Store! Sure, our favorite winter celebrations are still several weeks away, but that just means this is the prime time to shop for collectibles, decor, and other magical merchandise. Today sees the arrival of new ornaments to bring joy to your home. (Please note...
- New Merchandise Arrivals at Disney Store September 28-October 3 Every week Disney Store welcomes a magical array of merchandise designed to delight and excite fans. From our favorite Disney Parks and annual festivals, to movies, shows, and seasonal favorites, there’s so much to check out! So what’s new this week? Let’s take a look!(Please note this article contains affiliate...
- This New $90 Disney Souvenir at BoxLunch Is Too Good to Pass Up! Disney immediately has our attention when it drops new 90s-themed merch. When said merch is styled after VHS tapes? You can bet we’re grabbing it. ©BoxLunch This new collection is already trending, and you can pre-order it now!! DISCLOSURE: This post may...
- NEWS: eet by Maneet Chauhan in Disney Springs NOW Available On Too Good To Go App What if we told you there was a way to get a great meal in Disney World for just $7? Look at ALL of this food! Well, you might be wondering what the catch is…and yes, well, there IS a catch....
- Why Sold Out Disney World Hotels Don’t Cause High Crowds & How to Find ‘Hidden’ Room Availability! Walt Disney World hotel inventory is limited for fan-favorite dates in late 2026, prompting reader fears about heavy crowds. This post covers what’s up with the low availability, impacts of sold out resorts on attendance, how to book “hidden” rooms & dates that appear unavailable, and why this happens in...
- Joffrey's Offering $1 Coffee Across Walt Disney World on National Coffee Day Joffrey’s is offering $1 coffee on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 across Walt Disney World in celebration of National Coffee Day. $1 Coffee at Joffrey’s Joffrey’s revealed on Instagram on Monday, September 28, that all stores will be participating in this event. 16 oz. hot coffee and 24...
- Bob Chapek Wrote Memoir to 'Get the Truth Out There,' Details Being Blindsided and Undermined by Bob Iger Former Disney CEO Bob Chapek is sharing more details on why he decided to write a memoir about his time with the company and his 2022 termination. Chapek co-wrote the memoir with Don Yaeger. It will be released on September 29, 2026. Pre-order it now on Amazon....
- Tokyo Disney Releases EVEN MORE New Country Bear Jamboree Merchandise Tokyo Disney Resort has released more Country Bear Jamboree merchandise, including plush hair ties inspired by some of the bears. Country Bear Merchandise These items were released alongside the Sun Bonnet Trio bonnet last week. The trio is also represented on three of the hair ties. The...
- Hotel Coffee Crawl: Why People Keep Paying $10 for a Cookie Butter Latte in Disney World If you like Disney and you like coffee, you’re definitely in the right place! As a writer for DFB, I have the privilege of working from home. And living close to Disney World gives me another privilege on top of that — working from the resorts!
- 7 Big & Bold Believe Predictions for Disney Cruise Line’s Ship Reveal on October 7th Disney Cruise Line has announced a livestream reveal for the upcoming Believe ship, which sets sail in 2027. Here are details, plus our biggest, boldest (and sometimes safest) predictions for entertainment, rotational restaurants, lounges and other announcements during the unveiling of the next entry into DCL’s Triton class. As basic...
- Bakso the Tiger Is Leaving Disney’s Animal Kingdom This Fall Bakso, the Sumatran tiger, is leaving Disney’s Animal Kingdom later this fall. Disney announced the move today as it celebrated his second birthday. He is moving to another Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA)-accredited zoo on the recommendation of the AZA’s Species Survival Plan. Disney has not named the...
- Time Announced for Livestream Reveal of Disney Believe Itineraries, Entertainment, and More Disney Cruise Line announced the time that the reveal of their newest cruise ship will take place on Wednesday, October 7. Disney Believe Reveal As previously announced, details of the Disney Believe will be announced during a livestream that day. We now know the stream will begin...
- Main Street, U.S.A. Trolley Loungefly Bag Featuring Mickey & Friends Now Available at Walt Disney World Resort A new Loungefly bag in the shape of the Main Street, U.S.A. trolley featuring Mickey Mouse and Friends is now available at Walt Disney World. We spotted the bag at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom. Main Street, U.S.A. Trolley Loungefly — $100 This new bag is red,...
- REVIEW: Mickey Churro Cinnamon Roll Combines Classic Disney Treats at Coronado Springs Resort We recently headed over to Barcelona Lounge at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort to try the new Mickey Churro Cinnamon Roll. Mickey Churro Cinnamon Roll — $7.99 Sometimes the best things are made from simplistic ideas. This is your standard Mickey cinnamon roll, but with cinnamon sugar (let’s...
- One Day Only Citizen Pop-Up in Magic Kingdom Includes Limited Edition D23 Watches A Citizen pop-up is available today only (September 28, 2026) in Uptown Jewelers at Magic Kingdom. It includes rare limited edition D23 watches. Citizen Pop-Up The watches on display at the pop-up are not usually available at Disney Parks. They can only be bought at pop-ups at...
- Walt Disney World Railroad Now Closed for Multi-Week Refurbishment The Walt Disney World Railroad at Magic Kingdom is closed for a multi-week refurbishment. Walt Disney World Railroad Closed Rolling planters partially block views of the track at the front of the park. They begin on the left and run about halfway across the platform, stopping near...
- Popular Airlines Add New Nonstop Flights Whether we’re flying to a Disney resort or halfway around the world, it’s always nice to know we have plenty of airfare options! And let’s just say you’re about to get a big boost when it comes to selecting flights because NEW nonstop routes...
- Visiting Disney World hotels for Christmas decorations is trickier in 2026 Disney World’s decorated resort hotels are a holiday tradition, but the Disney Springs bus change makes visiting them trickier in 2026. Here’s what we learned from testing resort access and how to plan a Christmas outing. The post Visiting Disney World hotels...
- Farewell, Bakso: Beloved Sumatran Tiger to Leave Disney's Animal Kingdom This Fall Bakso, the beloved Sumatran tiger at Disney's Animal Kingdom, recently celebrated his second birthday ahead of a move to another zoo later this fall.What's Happening:The Sumatran tiger Bakso has been a part of the Maharajah Jungle Trek at Disney's Animal Kingdom for close to two years now – where guests...
- Muppet Christmas Carol Pajamas Exist, And We’re Losing Our Minds STOP EVERYTHING! Alert the presses! There are new pajamas online at Old Navy, and they’re about to fly off the shelves faster than you thought was humanly possible. You’ll see what we mean as soon as you take a look at them. ©Old Navy These are...
- 7 New Vintage Disney Christmas Ornaments Are Now Online We’ve been thinking about holidays past and pining over those old vintage glass ornaments that used to hang on our trees. ©Disney Well, if you’re looking to recreate that nostalgic vibe, you’ll want to head to The Disney Store...
- WARNING: These Disney World Restaurants Open Later Than You’d Think Disney World has trained us to operate on a fairly warped vacation clock. You can be standing in a theme park before 8 AM, eat a Mickey waffle while most sensible people are still locating their shoes, ride three attractions before 10 AM, and feel like you’ve already lived an...
- 'Vacation Fun' Reopens at Disney's Hollywood Studios After 6-Week Closure Vacation Fun – An Original Animated Short with Mickey & Minnie has returned to the Mickey Shorts Theater at Disney’s Hollywood Studios following a six week closure for Passholder magnet distribution. Vacation Fun Reopening Vacation Fun showings were suspended for six weeks so the theater could host...
- VIDEO: Spider-Man Roller Coaster Push-Pull Testing Begins at Shanghai Disneyland Push-pull testing has begun on Shanghai Disneyland’s new Spider-Man roller coaster and Walt Disney Imagineering shared a behind-the-scenes look at the process. Spider-Man Coaster Testing The video features Colin, Senior Ride Development Engineer, and Grace, Ride Project Coordinator. As Colin explains, push-pull testing involves slowly pulling a...
- End of an Era: “Baby” Bakso Departing Disney World It’s the end of an era, albeit one that feels like it began only yesterday. Bakso the Sumatran tiger cub will soon depart Disney’s Animal Kingdom for a new habitat. Here’s what you need to know about seeing not-so-baby Bakso before he leaves Walt Disney World, background about why this...
- DFB Video: What Happened to Disney World? We’ve been hearing you say the vibes at Disney World are off – they’ve been building neutral beige hotel rooms, there are fewer impromptu magical moments, you’re stuck on your phone all day, and it all comes with a higher price tag.
- WARNING! An Entire Universal Park Will Soon CLOSE for MONTHS HEADS UP! An entire Universal park is closing until 2027, and now our bathing suits just look sad. Volcano Bay at Universal Orlando Universal has been growing and changing a lot over the last few years. Classic attractions have closed,
- FINALLY! 4 Big Changes Hit EPCOT Food & Wine Festival This Week EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival kicked off at the end of August with a massive array of new and returning food and drink options for guests to enjoy! And although it’s been ongoing for over a month now, there are STILL things that...
- A Classic Magic Kingdom Attraction Has CLOSED Temporarily Going to Disney World soon? You should know that a lot of it is closed right now. Okay, maybe not the majority of things, but it does feel like you need to wear a hard hat wherever you go these days.
- Bakso the Tiger Leaving Disney's Animal Kingdom Bakso the tiger, who guests watched grow from a cub to an adult at Disney’s Animal Kingdom over the past two years, will be leaving the park this fall. Goodbye Bakso Bakso will move to another Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA)-accredited zoo later this fall. Disney...
- EPCOT Closing Early During Festival of the Holidays 2026, Luminous & Candlelight Processional Showtimes Shift EPCOT will close 30 minutes earlier than usual during the 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, meaning showtimes will also be earlier in the evening. EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Hours & Showtimes The park will close at 9 p.m. instead of 9:30 p.m. The park...
- EPCOT Closing Early: Candlelight, Luminous Showtimes Moved Up During 2026 Festival of the Holidays According to the Walt Disney World operational calendar, EPCOT will close at 9pm during the 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. That’s a full 30 minutes earlier than the 9:30pm close the festival typically enjoys. Luminous: The Symphony of Us moves up to 9:15pm from 9:30pm, which...
- Push-Pull Testing Begins on Shanghai Disneyland’s Spider-Man Coaster Shanghai Disneyland’s Spider-Man roller coaster has started push-pull testing, with a ride vehicle moving through the attraction at just one centimeter per second. Disney shared two images of the test vehicle on the track during the testing. The images also show reach envelope devices, which check clearance between the...
- The Forgotten Alleyway: Why Disney World’s Master Plan Left One Spot Stranded in Hollywood Studios Disney’s Hollywood Studios is mid-stride through one of the most remarkable transformations in theme park history. Over the past decade, the park has systematically shed its outdated “working film studio” persona, replacing aging backlots and passive tours with mega-budget, hyper-immersive environments. Today, guests flock to the...
- MarvelBlog News for September 26th, 2026 This week in MarvelBlog News, the inevitable has finally happened. Disney+ has canceled its sole remaining live-action Marvel program. Is this the end of the MCU on Disney+? Not so fast! Let’s discuss a... The post MarvelBlog News for September 26th, 2026...
- New Disney Villains Tiki Mug Collection Just Released at Target Here at the Disney Food Blog, we’re constantly monitoring websites for the latest Disney souvenirs and deals, and we just came across something NEW online at Target! ©Target Perfect for the Halloween season, a couple of NEW Disney Villains Tiki Mugs just dropped at Target, and...
- Disney California Adventure’s World of Color Viewing Tips World of Color has been a California Adventure mainstay for over a decade now, playing nightly to thousands of people who gather in Paradise Gardens Park. The show uses fountains, lasers, projections and pyro all set to a Disney soundtrack, making animated classics (and a few live...
- 'Cars' Youth Zip-Up Hoodie & Mater Shirt Arrive at Disneyland Resort A Cars youth zip-up hoodie and Mater T-shirt have arrived at Disney California Adventure in Disneyland Resort. ‘Cars’ Youth Zip-Up – $49.99 This youth zip-up is light gray. The front of the zip-up features Lightning McQueen’s racing number, 95, in a red and yellow style. It includes...
- Full Set List Revealed for Alien Swirling Saucers at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Taylor Swift Joins the Playlist as Alien Swirling Saucers Debuts New Lilypad Soundtrack Alien Swirling Saucers is spinning to a brand-new beat at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and one of the songs on the updated playlist comes from an unexpected artist. With Lilypad from Toy Story 5 taking over as the...
- New Disney Drinkware Drops at Walt Disney World Adorable New Tumblers Arrive at WDW If you love sipping your favorite daily beverages with a side of Disney magic, get your shopping list ready! A brand-new collection of drinkware has arrived across Walt Disney World, featuring whimsical bookshelves, nod-to-the-park details, and minimalist castle graphics. From playful references like rubber...
- The Olaf Animatronic Is Back Up and Running at Hollywood Studios ‘Olaf Draws’ Olaf is back to leading the class at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Olaf is back to leading the class at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The popular animatronic inside The Magic of Disney Animation is once again fully operational after recently being covered with a black tarp while the figure was not working....
- Vacation Fun Remains Closed at Hollywood Studios Following Passholder Magnet Distribution Vacation Fun Fails to Reopen as Scheduled at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Mickey and Minnie’s vacation has apparently been extended. Vacation Fun – An Original Animated Short with Mickey & Minnie did not reopen at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on September 27 as previously expected, leaving the Mickey Shorts Theater dark following...
- Echo Lake Refurbishment Continues With Freshly Painted Logs and Stumps Echo Lake Refurbishment Continues as Disney Freshens Up Logs and Tree Stumps Echo Lake at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is still getting some TLC, and even the lake’s not-so-natural scenery is receiving a fresh coat of paint. As work continues around the drained lagoon, Disney has now repainted the artificial logs...
- Our Review of the Sweet and Spooky Halloween Popcorn Mix at Disney Springs Our Review of the Sweet and Spooky Halloween Popcorn Mix at Disney Springs Customized, gourmet popcorn mixes have long been one of the absolute best sweet treats to grab while visiting the Walt Disney World theme parks. For a long time, if you wanted a box of freshly drizzled popcorn...
- 2026 Fall into Magic Festivities at Disney Springs When it comes to things to do, there’s more than meets the eye at Disney Springs this fall. The venue will offer seasonal shopping, specialty... The post 2026 Fall into Magic Festivities at Disney Springs appeared first on Resorts Gal.
- FINAL LOOK: Atlantic Dance Hall Before Permanent Closure at Disney's BoardWalk We visited the Atlantic Dance Hall on Sunday, September 27 for a final look before its permanent closure at Disney’s BoardWalk. POV Video Watch our POV video below: Atlantic Dance Hall As Hurly-Burly jazz club prepares to open on October 1 at Disney’s BoardWalk, the Atlantic Dance Hall...
- Old Navy Debuts New Disney Holiday Plaid Collection Featuring Matching Pajamas, Accessories, & Pet Apparel Old Navy and Disney have teamed up to release new apparel and bags decorated with Mickey and Friends, wreaths, and holiday plaid designs. Adult Apparel Oversized Graphic T-Shirt for Women – $19.99 This t-shirt for women is a bright red color with a large front design of...
- Cast Member Ducks, Ribbons, Books, and More Featured on New Drinkware at Walt Disney World Walt Disney World has released new drinkware featuring books, ribbons, and even rubber ducks wearing Cast Member costumes. Water Bottles Cast Member Duck Water Bottle – $44.99 This aqua-colored bottle comes with a yellow handle and a blue flip-top straw. Several rubber ducks adorned with Cast Member...
- VIDEO: Real Mouse Runs Through CommuniCore Hall Meet & Greet With Mickey & Goofy at EPCOT In a viral social media clip, a real mouse can be seen running through the Mickey and Goofy meet and greet area inside CommuniCore Hall at EPCOT. Real Mouse Inside CommuniCore Hall Present at the meet and greet were Mickey and Goofy, who can be seen in...
- Jon Watts to Direct First Installment of Simon Kinberg's New 'Star Wars' Trilogy The new Star Wars trilogy being penned by Simon Kinberg now has Jon Watts attached as director of the first installment. Jon Watts to Direct Next ‘Star Wars’ Movie The next trilogy of the Star Wars franchise is being referred to as the Skywalker Saga, and has...
- Dinner is the ride at this new strawberry-themed attraction coming in 2027 A self-driving FlowDiner table carries up to six guests through five themed scenes and a three-course meal for the Strawberry Dining Journey, opening summer 2027 at Karls Erlebnis Dorf. The post Dinner is the ride at this new strawberry-themed attraction coming in...
- Spirit Christmas confirms two Tennessee stores opening this year (2026) From Music City to Dollywood country, Spirit Christmas is bringing its holiday magic to Tennessee for the first time with stores in Nashville and Knoxville. The post Spirit Christmas confirms two Tennessee stores opening this year (2026) appeared first on Attractions...
- Character Sweaters Featuring Lady, Chip, and Rajah Now Available at Walt Disney World New pullover sweaters for adults have been released at Walt Disney World, and they feature large chenille appliqués of various Disney characters. Lady Character Sweater – $64.99 This pullover sweater is a light blue color with cuffed sleeves and hem. A large chenille appliqué of Lady from...
- Rumor: Spider-Man Director Jon Watts Could Take Star Wars Back to the Skywalker Saga Jon Watts has already taken Spider-Man across the multiverse. Now he may be headed for a galaxy far, far away. According to Deadline, the director behind Tom Holland’s Spider-Man trilogy is attached to direct the first film in a new Star Wars trilogy being written by Simon Kinberg. Knight Edge...
- This Week in Disney History (September 27 – October 3) September 27, 2008: Pocahontas and her Forest Friends closes at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. September 28, 1989: Bambi is released on home video. September 29, 1995: The Big Green is released in theaters. September 30, 2005: The Greatest Game Ever Played is released in theaters. October 1, 1971: Walt Disney World...
- Disney Is Shaking Up Its Consumer Products Business. Here’s What’s Changing Disney is making a big change behind the scenes, and it could shape how your favorite stories become the books, toys, collectibles, and park merchandise you bring home. Starting October 4, Disney Consumer Products’ global licensing and publishing businesses will move under Disney Entertainment – Studios. Disney Parks merchandise, Disney...
- Bluey and Bingo Have Turned Disneyland Into One Big Playdate Bluey and Bingo have arrived at Disneyland, and they brought the kind of chaos families can actually join. “Bluey’s Best Day Ever!” is now playing at the Fantasyland Theatre, which has been transformed into the grounds of Bluey’s school. This is more than a chance to wave at the Heeler...
- Iger vs. Chapek: Disney’s Biggest Plot Twist Is Getting Another Chapter Bob Chapek is about to tell his side of one of the messiest leadership changes in Disney history. His new memoir, Behind the Castle Walls: My Thirty Years at the Happiest Place on Earth, comes out September 29. According to the publisher, Chapek looks back at his decades with Disney,...
- ‘Endgame’ Was the Ending. Marvel Just Turned It Into the Beginning of ‘Doomsday.’ Seven years after Avengers: Endgame had us saying goodbye to Tony Stark, Marvel is asking us to walk back into that theater. This time, the credits might be where things get really interesting. Avengers Endgame: Encore arrives in theaters September 25 with new footage and a special end tag in...
- VIDEO: Guests Take Porch Goose to Walt Disney World for Princess Photo Shoot at Magic Kingdom Guests took their porch goose, named Lucy Goosey, to Walt Disney World for a princess photo shoot at Magic Kingdom Porch Goose Visits Walt Disney World Content creator Liz took her porch goose to Magic Kingdom for a photo shoot. Her Instagram video documenting the journey starts...
- Anna & Elsa Join Disney VoluntEARS to Visit Nearly 130 Children at Paris Hospital Queens Anna and Elsa visited children at Robert-Debré Hospital in Paris while Disney VoluntEARS hosted a variety of activities. Anna and Elsa Visit Robert-Debré Hospital On September 16, the hospital’s Winter Garden was transformed into a magical setting where children and families could meet Anna and Elsa,...
- Chefs de France, Wine Bar George, and 17 More Disney World Restaurants CHANGED This Week Another week, another week eating our way around Disney World. We know, we know…it’s a tough job, but someone’s got to do it! Just kidding! We love what we do, and food is literally our middle name. This week alone, we discovered what might be our NEW...
- Disney World Just Made ANOTHER Football Partnership, and We’re Here For It If you are a Disney World local, then it’s likely you either attended or are familiar with the University of Central Florida. This is one of the largest schools in the country, and many students who attend go on to work at Disney World.
- ‘Not Going to Happen’: Former Imagineer Trashes $800M Disneyland Matterhorn Demolition Rumor Disneyland fans are no strangers to wild theme park rumors, but every so often, a claim emerges that leaves the entire community in shock. The latest internet-shaking rumor? A report alleging that Disney executives are weighing plans to tear down Disneyland’s iconic Matterhorn...
- A NEW ‘Mary Poppins’ TV Show Is Coming, BUT It Will Be VERY Different From The Film Attention Everyone! We might be visiting 17 Cherry Tree Lane once again, because we are hearing rumors that a Mary Poppins show might just be in the works. ©Disney This is one of the most exciting movie and TV rumors we’ve heard in a long time,...
- These 10 Disney World Essentials Have Saved Me Over and Over Again The DFB team goes to Disney World every day, and here are the essentials that are worth the money! We always come prepared! Anyone who’s spent a full day in Disney World knows a great park day lives and dies by what’s in your bag. After years...
- Rumor: Magic Kingdom Mystery Construction Is New Parade Support Building Sources have reached out to BlogMickey.com with new info about the mystery building rising backstage at Magic Kingdom. According to these anonymous sources, the building is a new parade support facility. It’s expected to include rehearsal space, break space, and offices, with parade costuming moving into the existing rehearsal...
- Former Disney CEO Bob Chapek Addresses 'Beef' with Bob Iger in New Interview Former Disney CEO Bob Chapek addresses his “beef” with predecessor and successor Bob Iger in a social media interview. Bob Chapek Addresses “Beef” with Iger Chapek talked with Valuetainment for Gen Z where he explained more about the “beef” he has with Iger. In the clip, Chapek...
- Tropical Americas Archway Takes Next Step in Construction at Animal Kingdom, Wrapped in Mesh The archway to Tropical Americas has taken the next step in construction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom as it’s now wrapped in mesh. Tropical Americas Construction Update During our visit on September 27, the entrance archway to Tropical Americas has been wrapped in mesh, and scaffolding has been...
- Disney's Polynesian Villas Merchandise Update - September 2026 Check out some of the merchandise currently available at Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows.
- Disney After Hours Tickets Now Available for 2027 Walt Disney World's after hours parties will take place on more than 50 nights across three theme parks in 2027, with discounts offered to Disney Vacation Club owners.
- Our Jaws Hit the Floor When We Saw These Disney Deals On Amazon This is your sign to never buy anything full price on Amazon. Everything goes on sale, y’all. And we track those sales like a hawk! ©Amazon Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are about to take place on October 6th and 7th, and you’ll be able to...
- Disney Patents AI System for Animal Spotting Alerts & Behavior Notifications Disney has filed a patent for an artificial intelligence system that watches animal habitats through networks of cameras. The system could send guests real-time notifications when specific animals or behaviors come into view. Disney published the filing September 24th, describing technology that could send an alert to a smartphone,...
- DFB Video: Should YOU Buy Disney World’s Lightning Lane Multi Pass? Let’s cut to the chase. SHOULD you buy Disney World’s premium skip-the-ride-line-service, Lightning Lane Multi Pass, or SHOULD you save your money and spend it on something ELSE towards your vacation instead? Journey Into Imagination with Figment Lightning...
- Vacation Fun Fails to Reopen as Scheduled at Disney's Hollywood Studios After Passholder Magnet Distribution Vacation Fun – An Original Animated Short with Mickey & Minnie didn’t reopen as scheduled today, September 27, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios following the distribution of Annual Passholder magnets. Vacation Fun Did Not Reopen as Planned Disney originally announced that Vacation Fun would reopen today, September 27,...
- All 5 'Toy Story' Movies & More Content Featured in Top 10 Movies on Disney+ All five films in the Toy Story franchise are featured in the ‘Top 10 Movies in the US Today’ on Disney+. In addition, the Spanish version of Toy Story 5 and a Toy Story animated short also made the list. ‘Toy Story’ Films Make the Top 10...
- Disney World Just Filed a NEW Patent to Fix One of the Biggest Park Problems New Disney patent alert! Everyone, listen up because whenever Disney drops a new patent, it usually means something very interesting is on the horizon. TRON Lightcycle / Run And it looks like this newest patent could potentially use AI, Artificial Intelligence, to detect issues with ride...
- Piston Peak Shifts Into New Gear at Magic Kingdom Aerial photos from friend of the site Bioreconstruct show a tower crane fully assembled at the Piston Peak National Park construction site at Magic Kingdom. The arrival of the crane marks a new phase of construction for the Frontierland expansion. Crews will use the crane...
- A Realistic Meal Plan for Gluten-Free Eaters at Disney World Going on vacation with a food allergy can feel overwhelming, but our team is sharing their favorite Gluten-Free items at Disney World! Hello, beautiful Eating gluten-free at Disney World used to mean a lot of pre-trip research and a little bit of anxiety about...
- Disney World & Disneyland Price Increases Are Coming: What to Expect & How to Prepare Walt Disney World and Disneyland raise various prices periodically, but major increases on park tickets, parking, Annual Passes, tours, and other upcharges typically occur simultaneously at the start of the new fiscal year. This covers dates of past price increases and when this will likely happen in Fall 2026. Plus...
- A Great, Big, Beautiful Tomorrow: Disney Just Confirmed Major New Details for Magic Kingdom’s Carousel of Progress Transformation Theme park fans looking for an early peek at the historic transformation of Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress can now head over to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Inside the Walt Disney Presents gallery—situated right next to the live-action Ariel meet-and-greet—Walt Disney Imagineering has debuted...
- Silverback Gorilla Bakari Weeks Away From Joining Female Troop at Disney's Animal Kingdom In just a few weeks, Disney says they will be ready to remove the barriers between Bakari and three female gorillas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This will allow the group to be together for the first time in public view. Disney Removing Barrier Between Gorillas Bakari is...
- I Made 5 Big Mistakes on My Last Trip to Disney World, But I Did 3 Things Right I took my toddler on a trip to Disney World, and I made some BIG mistakes! I don’t want you to make the same mistakes, which is why I’m sharing my experience with YOU! Magic Kingdom Since my son was born, we’ve done...
- Disney Wants to Use AI to Listen for Ride Equipment Issues Disney has filed for a patent on an artificial intelligence system that detects mechanical problems in attraction equipment by listening to it. Disney filed the application in March 2025 and published it on September 24th, 2026. It describes two machine learning models working on audio samples pulled from a...
- Pressed Pennies Featuring Mickey and Friends, Stitch, Pooh, and More at Disney Springs Pressed pennies have arrived at Disney Springs featuring Mickey and Friends, Stitch, Pooh, and characters from new and classic animated films. Mickey, Stitch, Pooh, and More Pressed Pennies 1 for $1 or all 8 for $5 The first of two pressed penny machines at Disney’s Pin Traders...
- Holding Areas Removed as Disney's Animal Kingdom Changes Rope Drop Procedures An update to rope drop procedures has been adopted at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The change allows guests into most lands before park opening, thus eliminating “holding areas.” New Rope Drop Procedures at Animal Kingdom Rope drop procedures have changed at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Guests are no longer...
- FULL LIST of Exclusive Disney World Perks for October 2026 Believe it or not, October is almost here! Fall — with all its pumpkin spice and spooky season and spooky goodness — has officially arrived, with the holiday season and the end of the year on the horizon, but that doesn’t mean the perks stop there!...
- Disney Cruise Line Expands Placeholder Savings, New 2027 Dates Added Disney Cruise Line has added more sailings to its Onboard Offer Placeholder Reservation discount list. The updated list, posted on the Disney Cruise Line website, now includes eligible sailings through September 2027. Guests who apply a Placeholder Reservation to one of the newly added sailings can save up to...
- RUN! BoxLunch Just Dropped a Brand-New Exclusive Disney Princess Loungefly! Disney Princess fans, we found the Loungefly bag that might be your new favorite. We’ve seen a lot (like, a lot, a lot) of Disney Loungefly over the years, but this one features multiple princesses in a truly unique style. ©BoxLunch BoxLunch has been pulling some...
- DISNEY WEEKLY UPDATES: New Menus, Massive Ride Changes, And MORE Major Updates Just Dropped At Disney World This week at Disney World was NOT for the faint of heart. Sure, there are lots of changes going on, like construction of Villains Land, Piston Peak, Monsters Inc. Land, and more, but that’s not the only update happening around the...
- From Marvel to the Force: Why Jon Watts Is Taking the Reins of the Next ‘Star Wars’ Trilogy The galaxy far, far away is preparing to take its biggest leap back onto the big screen in years. Industry reports have confirmed that filmmaker Jon Watts—the director behind Marvel Studios’ multi-billion-dollar Spider-Man trilogy and the co-creator of Disney+’s Star Wars: Skeleton Crew—has been attached to...
- Disney’s Hollywood Studios Could Do Something AMAZING in Monsters, Inc. Land. Let’s Hope They Don’t Blow It. Monstropolis is opening next year at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and we have high expectations. ©Disney After a few years of concept art, permit filings, and construction updates, Monstropolis is taking over the old...
- 2026 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Guide Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is Magic Kingdom’s holiday special event in November & December at Walt Disney World. This info guide offers tips, strategy, photos, dates & ticket prices, and our review of whether it’s worth the money based upon attending MVMCP annually for 15 years. For those unfamiliar...
- Old Navy & Disney Muppets Christmas Carol Collection Now Available Online Old Navy and Disney have teamed up to release a new holiday apparel collection featuring the characters from The Muppet’s Christmas Carol. Adult Apparel Flannel Pajama Pants for Women – $29.99 These white-colored pants feature an allover pattern of Bob and Emily Cratchit (Kermit and Miss Piggy),...
- Gran Destino Tower vs. Disney’s Riviera Resort Gran Destino Tower and Riviera Resort are the two newest hotels at Walt Disney World. They’re different in that one is a Moderate-tier property aimed at convention guests and the other is a Deluxe for DVC members, but they have a ton in common. This post compares and contrast the...
- 2026 Disneyland Crowd Calendar Our free Disneyland crowd calendars cover best & worst dates to visit in 2026. This helps you choose when to go and days to avoid for shorter lines & lower wait times at Disney California Adventure and Disneyland. These monthly guides offer info about ride closures & what’s new, events,...
- Complete List of Halloween Treats at Disney World (2026) Disney has finally announced a list of Halloween treats for Walt Disney World in 2026. Typically, these treats start to debut in mid-August, but it... The post Complete List of Halloween Treats at Disney World (2026) appeared first on Resorts Gal....
- Disney World President Praises Imagineers After Riding Updated Alien Swirling Saucers Disney World President Lauds Imagineers After Testing New Alien Swirling Saucers There’s dynamic energy in Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Walt Disney World Resort President Joe Schott recently stopped by Pizza Planet’s favorite play space to take a spin on the newly updated Alien Swirling Saucers attraction. Schott...
- Photos: "Hexed" Character Maquettes Added to The Magic of Disney Animation The recently reopened Magic of Disney Animation continues to strengthen its showcase of upcoming Disney projects with more additions from Hexed.What's Happening:When The Magic of Disney Animation officially returned to Disney's Hollywood Studios earlier this month, it brought with it a returning fan-favorite element – a gallery of items sharing...
- Minecraft World Hotel will bring Creepers, TNT and more into guest rooms Minecraft is taking its block-filled world beyond the theme park. New Minecraft World Hotel concepts reveal family guest rooms, an elaborate lobby and an underwater-themed Deep Sea Diner. The post Minecraft World Hotel will bring Creepers, TNT and more into guest rooms...
- 'Toy Story' Garbage Truck and Stitch Mood Toys Arrive at Disneyland Resort Garbage Truck toy inspired by Toy Story and Stitch Many Moods toys arrive at Disney California Adventure in Disneyland Resort. ‘Toy Story’ Garbage Truck – $39.99 This Toy Story-inspired garbage truck toy is green and looks just like the one Woody, Buzz, and the rest of the...
- Open-Edition Mandalorian and Grogu Pins Now Available at Disneyland Resort Disneyland Resort has released new open-edition Star Wars pins featuring the Mandalorian and Grogu. Both pins we found come with the new Star Wars backing card design that debuted a few months ago. Grogu in Hover Pram Pin – $14.99 This pin features a smiling Grogu in...
- Marvel Action Figures, Rubber Ducks, and Keychains Arrive at Disneyland New Marvel merchandise featuring classic Super Heroes is now available at Avengers Reserve in the Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort. Marvel Keychain Set – $16.99 A set of chibi-style Super Hero keychains is displayed together on a black backing card. The collection includes Captain America holding...
- Pirates of the Caribbean Construction Permits Filed at Magic Kingdom Disney World Files New Construction Permits for Pirates of the Caribbean Pirates of the Caribbean may be getting a little attention from Disney’s construction crews, with two new permits filed for the classic Magic Kingdom attraction. Related: Hallmark Holiday Pop-Up Shop Opening in Disney Springs on October 8th The permits...
- Oktoberfest Beer Mug Now Available on Disney Cruise Line To celebrate Oktoberfest, you can grab a Leinenkugel beer mug now available for purchase on the Disney Fantasy. Oktoberfest Beer Mug on the Disney Fantasy – $22.00 The Leinenkugel Oktoberfest beer mug holds a liter and is all glass, including the handle. The glass of the mug...
- Two New Winnie the Pooh Books Released for 100th Anniversary Disney is celebrating 100 years of Winnie the Pooh with two new books featuring the famous character and his friends. Winnie the Pooh 100 Mindful Moments – $25 From Random House Worlds is Winnie the Pooh 100 Mindful Moments. Each of the 100 moments in the book...
- Buntings Added Back to Entrance Columns and Scrim Removed at The American Adventure in EPCOT The buntings have returned to the entrance columns of The American Adventure, and the columns to the right of the pavilion are uncovered. Buntings Added Back to The American Adventure In early July, we noticed the buntings were removed from the entrance of The American Adventure, revealing...
- Hallmark Releases Haunted Mansion-Themed Merchandise Collection New Haunted Mansion-themed Hallmark merchandise is now available online. Glow-in-the-Dark Two-Sided Throw Blanket – $39.99 This 50-by-60-inch glow-in-the-dark blanket features two Haunted Mansion-themed designs, one on each side. One side of the blanket features watchful eyes against a dark, wallpaper-inspired background, while the other showcases the Ghost...
- Disney World Airport Luggage Transfer Service Now Includes JetBlue Walt Disney World’s Airport Luggage Transfer service has added its fourth airline. Beginning September 24, the program expanded to include JetBlue, joining Southwest Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines as participating carriers. The service allows Guests staying at select Disney Resorts Collection hotels to have checked luggage transferred between...
- Disney World’s Longest Wait Last Week Was 31% Higher Than the Next Ride Every week, we report the average Disney World wait times in every park so that you can be prepared for your next trip to Orlando! Get on this ride! Disney World wait times have a...
- WYNTK: Hurly-Burly Opens, "Coven Academy" Premieres, First Universal Nights Event, and More This Week in the World of Disney and Beyond An exciting new entertainment and food venue opens at Disney's BoardWalk, the supernatural teen drama Coven Academy premieres, and Universal Orlando hosts the first Universal Nights event at Epic Universe. Here’s just some things to keep your eyes on in the coming week. Be sure to check back here at...
- Josh D'Amaro Celebrates Cast Members Who Have Worked for Disney 50+ Years The Walt Disney Company CEO Josh D’Amaro helped recognize employees who have worked for the company for decades during recent service celebrations. Josh D’Amaro at Disney Service Celebration D’Amaro posted photos from the celebrations on Instagram, writing: One of my favorite Disney traditions is celebrating the employees...
- Fake Logs and Tree Stump Painted in Echo Lake at Disney's Hollywood Studios as Area Refurbishment Continues The fake logs, along with a tree stump, located in Echo Lake, have been painted. The lake at Disney’s Hollywood Studios was drained last month for a refurbishment of its props and Dockside Diner. Fake Echo Lake Logs and Stump Painted Since our last update earlier this...
- Pluto's Pumpkin Pursuit Debuts for 2026 Halloween Season at EPCOT, Later than Previous Years Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit has returned for a shorter Halloween-season run from September 25 through November 2, 2026. Guests look for decorative pumpkins inspired by Disney characters and place the matching stickers on their game boards. Participants can redeem their game boards for a spooky keepsake, even if...
Theme Park News & Rumors
- First Look at Monstropolis Glob Theater Pre-Show Revealed in Updated Imagineering Exhibit New concept art at the Walt Disney Imagineering Presents exhibit reveals the Glob...
- Get Spooky! 5 NEW Treats Just Dropped In Disney Springs NEW Halloween snacks are heading to Disney Springs!
- Disney Confirms Popular Theme Park Locations Won’t Open Until 11 a.m. Or Later Getting an early start at Walt Disney World can make a huge difference. Guests may arrive before...
- Entire Frontierland Area Closed at Magic Kingdom, Effective Immediately Two attractions at Magic Kingdom Park experienced unexpected, unplanned downtime on Monday, effectively closing off an entire...
- Disney World Guests Warned: Roadway Violation Classified as a Felony Anyone hoping to sneak an early peek at Disney’s upcoming Lakeshore Lodge is going to want to...
- Magic Kingdom Partially Evacuated After Reported Fire at Disney World A Reddit thread from Magic Kingdom is making the rounds after guests described a chaotic scene at...
- Disney World Closes Adult-Only Section After 30 Years, Doors Officially Locked Disney’s BoardWalk is saying goodbye to one of its longtime nightlife staples this week, and what’s replacing...
- NEWS: eet by Maneet Chauhan in Disney Springs NOW Available On Too Good To Go App This Disney Springs restaurant is now available on the Too Good To Go app.
- Hotel Coffee Crawl: Why People Keep Paying $10 for a Cookie Butter Latte in Disney World I'm working from every Disney World resort to find the best one! Todays? Coronado Springs Resort.
- Walt Disney World Railroad Pulled Entirely From Magic Kingdom Operations If you’ve leaned on the Walt Disney World Railroad to hop between Main Street and Fantasyland without...
Latest Walt Disney Photos
- PHOTOS: Construction Walls Erected Around Disneyland’s Mad Tea Party With Halloween Time well underway at Disneyland Resort, there has never been a better time to visit the Happiest Place...
- PHOTOS: Construction Continues Around Disneyland Resort! So much is happening around Disneyland Resort!
- Photos: Carousel of Progress and Monstropolis Get the Spotlight with New Updates at Walt Disney Presents Walt Disney Presents at Disney's Hollywood Studios is the place to go to...
- Photos/Video: Lilypad Brings New Jams to Alien Swirling Saucers at Disney's Hollywood Studios Lilypad has arrived in Toy Story Land, bringing some new magic to Alien...
- PHOTOS: Dockside Margaritas Cast Members Debut New Look Disney Springs cast members at Dockside Margaritas are sporting a fresh new look. The team recently debuted brand-new costumes,...
- PHOTOS: Marketplace Co-Op is FULLY Open at Disney Springs Get ready to shop ’til you drop! Marketplace Co-Op at Disney Springs is fully open again...
- Photos: Cheers for Cheese Exhibit Now Open at Communicore Hall During EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival While the 2026 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival has been underway for...
- New Disney PhotoPass Magic Shots Celebrate Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month at Walt Disney World Guests visiting Walt Disney World can add some extra Disney magic to their...
- Monstropolis Permits Point to Harryhausen's and Archie's Scare Pig Pizza at Hollywood Studios Monstropolis Construction Permits Filed for Harryhausen's and Archie's Scare Pig Pizza at Hollywood...
- Photos: Half of Alien Swirling Saucers Closed Ahead of Debut of New Elements This Friday With just a few days to go until some new magic debuts at...
Universal & Epic Universe Strategy
- Holding Areas Removed as Disney's Animal Kingdom Changes Rope Drop Procedures - In Today's Daily Recap for 9/27/2026 An update to rope drop procedures has been adopted at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Old Navy and Disney...
- Kevin Feige Officially Confirms One Character Will Anchor the Entire 'Avengers: Doomsday' Story - In Today's Daily Recap for 9/26/2026 Kevin Feige, the President of Marvel Studios, has confirmed that one character will anchor the story of...
- Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift Vehicle Reaches Halfway Point in Ride Clearance Test at Universal Orlando Photographer @bioreconstruct has shared new photos on X of the ride vehicle clearance testing occurring on the...
- Universal Pictures Becomes the First Studio to Cross $5 Billion at the Global Box Office in 2026 Universal Pictures is the first studio to cross $5 billion globally at the box office this year....
- RUMOR: Matterhorn Bobsleds to be Torn Down & Rebuilt in New Location as Part of Tomorrowland Reimagining - In Today's Daily Recap for 9/25/2026 Matterhorn Bobsleds, the first roller coaster ride attraction at Disneyland Park and the very first tubular steel...
- Universal Mardi Gras is Officially Back in February Universal Orlando has officially confirmed Mardi Gras is back February 6 – March 7, 2027! This colorful...
- All of Our Halloween Horror Nights Thoughts and House Rankings We’re halfway through the Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) season and we’re ready to share our thoughts on...
- Distorted AI-Generated Images Cover Universal Store Construction Wall at Orlando Airport AI-generated photos of Universal merchandise, including Mario characters, cover a construction wall at the Orlando International Airport....
- Treasures of Poseidon Gift Shop Demolished in The Lost Continent at Universal Islands of Adventure The Treasures of Poseidon gift shop in The Lost Continent at Universal Islands of Adventure has been...
- Universal Orlando Graphic Designer Reveals Creation Process of Halloween Horror Nights Souvenir 'Blinky' Cup Daniel, a senior graphic designer at Universal Orlando Resort, is giving a glimpse of the behind-the-scenes process...