Top Disney Headlines: Today’s Rumors & Park News
- Universal Orlando Guest Arrested and Banned for Assaulting a Team Member in Today’s Daily Recap for 4/20/2026
New menu items coming to Disneyland Resort next week, Little Red Elephant animatronic reportedly returns to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Golden Oak home recreates Great Movie Ride for home theater — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, April 20, 2026. Disney News Recap... - Is Universal Orlando using facial recognition? Photo validation explained Here's a quick overview of Universal Orlando's Photo Validation, in which guests can scan their ticket, take a photo, and then use that image for faster future entry by matching the guest to the ticket on subsequent visits or checkpoints. The post
- Hidden Perks of Starting Your Day Early at Disney Springs The Top Reasons to Visit Disney Springs Early For over 50 years, Disney Springs has been a premier destination for shopping, dining, and world-class entertainment. While it’s always a fan favorite, the district truly shines during the morning hours, offering a more personal and relaxed experience. Whether you’re looking to...
- Wait Time Estimates Adjusted for Big Thunder Reopening Len and team have made some adjustments to our Crowd Calendar and forecasted waits for the long-awaited return of Big...
- Downtown Disney's Disney StoryLand Boutique Gets New Sign as Duffy & Friends Collection Sells Out Downtown Disney’s Disney StoryLand Boutique received a beautiful new sign today at the Disneyland Resort. The resort’s trendy new store, which stocks some of the hottest new collections and PopMart blind box figures, recently made headlines when a selection of Duffy & Friends merchandise hit the shelves from Aulani, A...
- Photos: New Magic Key Holder Exclusive Merchandise Arrives at Disneyland Magic Key holders have a fresh reason to stop by Disneyana, as a brand-new exclusive tee shirt and collectible limited edition pin have officially arrived at Disneyland Resort.What’s Happening:The latest Magic Key Holder tee is a colorful tribute to the parks, featuring Mickey Mouse front and center against a stylized...
- Winnie the Pooh Character Honey Pot Blind Box Pin Set at BoxLunch Winnie the Pooh Character Honey Pot Blind Box Pin Set at BoxLunch Here is a look at the new Winnie the Pooh Character Honey Pot blind box pin set at BoxLunch! The price is $12.90...
- Universal Orlando expands photo validation testing to King’s Cross Universal Orlando appears to be expanding Photo Validation testing, with new kiosks now installed at King’s Cross and Express entry areas. The post Universal Orlando expands photo validation testing to King’s Cross appeared first on Attractions Magazine.
- Orange Bird Loungefly Bag Discounted for 2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival The Orange Bird Loungefly backpack, part of the Flower and Garden merchandise, has been discounted. Flower and Garden Crate Backpack – $50 (Previously $85) During a recent visit to EPCOT, we spotted the Orange Bird (with a cameo from Spike the Bee) Loungefly Backpack discounted to $50....
- Universal Studios Hollywood Attraction Rankings It’s not often that we jump outside of the Disney bubble on this blog but we’ve been spending some time around Southern California’s other theme parks and thought we’d go up north of Anaheim to Hollywood. Universal Studios Hollywood combines a working movie studio with a theme...
- Scrim & Scaffolding Goes Up Next to Mickey’s PhilharMagic at Disney California Adventure It looks like a refurbishment is underway on the facade next to the Mickey’s PhilharMagic entrance in Disney California Adventure. Scrim, scaffolding, and construction walls now surround the corner of the building. Mickey’s PhilharMagic Facade Refurbishment The scrim and scaffolding completely envelop the facade, including the tower...
- New Safety Video Shown to Guests at Expedition Everest in the Animal Kingdom New Safety Video Debuts at Expedition Everest in Animal Kingdom Disney’s Animal Kingdom has officially installed new screens throughout the Expedition Everest queue to debut a brand-new safety video. This visual guide replaces the traditional boarding process where guests previously relied solely on overhead audio spiels and verbal instructions from...
- Mickey Globe-Patterned DVC Ear Headband at Disneyland Resort Disneyland Resort has a new Minnie ear headband exclusive to Disney Vacation Club Members. Disney Vacation Club Ear Headband – $36.99 The ears are similar but not exactly the same to DVC ears released at Walt Disney World last fall. They are made of white simulated leather...
- 1988 EPCOT Center If you can remember camping out in person to buy a $12.50 paper concert ticket at Peaches, this post is...
- How to Do a Split Stay at Disney World (The Complete Guide) If you’ve ever considered a split stay at Walt Disney World, you might question whether you’re a bit eccentric or a complete mastermind for coming... The post How to Do a Split Stay at Disney World (The Complete Guide) appeared first on...
- New Insulation Added to Former MuppetVision 3D Theater Crew members are installing insulation on the exterior of The Glob theater in Monstropolis, formerly home of MuppetVision 3D. Monstropolis Construction Exterior brick work was stripped from the theater’s facade a few weeks ago, leaving large gaps above the entrance and on the cock tower. Concept art...
- New Sheriff Jessie Ear Headband at Walt Disney World There’s a new sheriff in town! After the events of Toy Story 4, Jessie now wears the shiny sheriff’s badge, and this ear headband is inspired by her new role. Sheriff Jessie Ear Headband – $36.99 The ears are white and yellow with red embroidery inspired by...
- SeaWorld San Diego 1,000-drone light show to replace fireworks It is official: one of San Diego’s summertime traditions is being reimagined from the ground up. SeaWorld San Diego has received unanimous approval from the California Coastal Commission to replace its long-running fireworks shows with a nightly choreographed display featuring up to 1,000 illuminated drones. ...
- 50s Prime Time Cafe, Be Our Guest and 17 More Disney World Restaurants CHANGED This Week Disney World restaurant menus changed this week.
- Disney Storyland Boutique Debuts New Sign at Downtown Disney Disney Storyland Boutique has a new sign welcoming guests in. The store officially opened in Downtown Disney District in January 2025. Disney Storyland Boutique The new sign is reminiscent of Disneyland’s marquee with the classic Disney font, and each letter in “Storyland” is in its own block....
- Amorette's Cake Decorating Classes Schedule Reduced at Disney Springs A special experience in Disney Springs at Walt Disney World has had their days reduced, now offering a special interactive class for guests on weekend days only.What's Happening:A special experience at Amorette's Patisserie in Walt Disney World has been reduced to only weekend days at the popular Disney Springs location.The...
- Disney Shines A Light on PhotoPass Cast Members During runDisney Events Disney Parks is celebrating Disney PhotoPass cast members who bring the action shots of a runDisney weekend to life for participants at the big events.What's Happening:Anyone who has ever been to a runDisney event knows that there are tons of participants and guests in each event, so its no surprise...
- The Secret 2026 BoardWalk Overhaul: What is Disney Building Behind Closed Doors? Walt Disney World’s BoardWalk Resort is one of the most beautifully themed areas on property. Designed to evoke the charm of a turn-of-the-century Atlantic coastal promenade, it boasts stunning views of Crescent Lake, a lively atmosphere, and unbeatable proximity to both EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios....
- The Shirt Everyone Will Be Wearing to Magic Kingdom May 3rd A popular ride is FINALLY reopening in Magic Kingdom, and we know just the souvenir to celebrate the occasion!
- Most People Leave These 2 Disney World Parks Too Early — Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Wait times dropped significantly in the evening at these two Disney World parks yesterday!
- Disneyland Announces NEW Menu Items Coming Next Week Six new food items are coming to Disneyland in late April!
- Closer Look at the Sorcerer Mickey Hat in Hollywood Studios Closer Look at the Iconic Sorcerer Mickey Hat The iconic Sorcerer Mickey hat has returned to Disney’s Hollywood Studios! It is now part of the facade of The Magic of Disney Animation. Related – Disney’s Hollywood Studios Refreshes Animation Courtyard With Green Ventilation Panels The newly reimagined facade draws its...
- Morning Performances of Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire Returning in May Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire Adds Morning Showtime as Cinderella Castle Work Nears Finish Line Magic Kingdom mornings are about to get a little more magical again. Beginning May 10, Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire will once again include a morning performance, with an 11:10 am showtime returning to the daily lineup...
- Hollywood Studios Construction Sees Removal of Muppets Water Tower for Monstropolis Another Piece of Muppets Courtyard Disappears as Monstropolis Takes Shape at Hollywood Studios The transformation of Muppets Courtyard into Monstropolis is picking up steam at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and another familiar piece of the area has officially vanished. The water tower that once sat atop Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano has...
- Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge A-Wing Visible Once Again as Construction Walls Disappear A-Wing Back in Action as Construction Walls Disappear in Galaxy’s Edge The Resistance has cleared the way once again in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. After popping up in late March, construction walls surrounding the A-Wing starfighter have now been fully removed, reopening the area to guests...
- Exterior Refresh Complete on the Millennium Falcon at Hollywood Studios Millennium Falcon Gets a Fresh Look at Hollywood Studios The fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy is looking a little less… junky these days. Over in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, the Millennium Falcon has quietly undergone a refresh, and the results are now fully visible...
- New Paintwork Spotted as Rock n Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Takes Shape Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Gets a Fresh Coat as Muppets Take Over at Hollywood Studios Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets is steadily transforming at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and the latest construction progress shows this retheme is really starting to hit its groove. During a recent visit, even more...
- ‘Frozen’ Themed Window Now Visible, Replaces ‘Toy Story’ Display at Downtown Disney LEGO Store in Disneyland As the refurbishment of the Downtown Disney LEGO Store continues, a new Frozen window display is taking shape behind the construction walls, officially replacing the original Woody and Buzz sculpture. ‘Frozen’ LEGO Window Visible, Replacing Woody & Buzz Back in February, we noticed that the weathered Woody...
- Construction Work Progresses Around Disney’s Polynesian Resort Several smaller projects are currently taking place around Disney’s Polynesian Resort, including Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace, the Great Ceremonial House, and other buildings. Great Ceremonial House At the Great Ceremonial House, it appears some repainting has occurred on the vertical beams that run up and down the...
- REVIEW: We Have A NEW Favorite Snack In The Wizarding World of Harry Potter There's a NEW snack in the Wizarding World in Universal Orlando.
- DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Star Wars Land Glow-Up, App Shake-Up & Toy Story 5 Build-Up As we slide out of the Spring Break rush, we’re already looking ahead to moms, dads, and grads with a trio of celebrations that will bring extra guests to the park in May and June. But we’re also awaiting the arrival of new (old) characters to Batuu...
- Muppets Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Opens May 26: Time to Ride the Music! Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets will officially debut at Walt Disney World Resort on May 26. The popular indoor roller coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been reimagined with a playlist of covers by The Electric Mayhem—Dr. Teeth, Animal, Floyd, Janice, Zoot, and Lips—but first,...
- “it’s a small world” is Struggling—Why It’s Time for Disney to Remodel the Classic Ride For more than half a century, “it’s a small world” has been a staple of the Walt Disney World experience. Nestled right in the heart of Magic Kingdom’s Fantasyland, this whimsical, pastel-colored boat ride—originally designed by Walt Disney and his Imagineers for the 1964 New York...
- Historic eight-time-zone Times Square Ball Drop headlines America250’s July celebration America250’s July 3, 4 and July 5 celebrations at One Times Square will feature America’s Block Party in the Sky and America’s Day of Reflection, giving guests unique ways to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary in Times Square. The post Historic eight-time-zone...
- Using Disney World’s Free Water Park Benefit on Your Arrival Day One of the benefits of staying at a Disney Resort Hotel this summer is having the opportunity to take advantage of the water park arrival... The post Using Disney World’s Free Water Park Benefit on Your Arrival Day appeared first on
- 3 Best and Worst Lightning Lanes at Magic Kingdom When it comes to planning Walt Disney World Lightning Lanes, Magic Kingdom has the most to choose from. Because of that, it can be tricky to figure out which are the most (and least) worthwhile. So here are the 3 best and worst Lightning Lane options at...
- Construction for New Island Tower Windows Continues at Disney’s Polynesian Resort Crews continue to convert a set of doors into large windows at the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. Window Work Continues at Island Tower Since our last update, crews have removed the doors from the space and replaced them with large windows. Rolling planters...
- Disney’s Pop Century Resort Bell Services Cast Members Debut New Costume Bell services cast members at Disney’s Pop Century Resort have new costumes. They are just the latest cast members at Walt Disney World Resort to get new looks in the past few years. Bell Services Cast Member Costume LC was gracious enough to show off his costume...
- The Cheapest Days to Visit Disney World in March 2027 (Exact Dates & Prices) We know the cheapest days to visit Disney World in March 2027!
- 8 of Our Favorite Disney Must-Haves Are On SALE Right Now These Disney World essentials are on sale on Amazon!
- 2 Shows Are Officially Returning to Epcot’s France Pavilion Next Week These two EPCOT shows are reopening in May.
- REVIEW: This NEW Disney Restaurant Just Blew Our Minds Did we just have one of the best rotational dining experiences on a Disney Cruise ever?
- ‘Star Wars’ Logo Apparel, Stormtrooper Hoodie, and More at Disneyland Disneyland Resort has a variety of new Star Wars apparel including a new logo collection, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge tees, and a youth Stormtrooper hoodie. Rise of the Resistance Youth T-Shirt – $31.99 “Rise of the Resistance” encircles a blue version of the Resistance logo on this...
- Crews Removing Restaurantosaurus Roofing for Tropical Americas Transformation Construction crews were actively working on the facade of Restaurantosaurus during our Monday, April 20 visit to Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The quick-service restaurant is being transformed into a hacienda as part of the new Tropical Americas land. Restaurantosaurus Construction A crew member in a lift was working...
- May Schedule Change for Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire at Magic Kingdom As painting winds down at Cinderella Castle, the showtimes for Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire have shifted once again. Schedule for Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire Due to the castle repainting project that began in January, Mickey’s Magical Friendship faire shifted to afternoon performances. This allowed crew members to...
- 10 Tips for Solo Disney Cruisers Have you ever sailed solo with Disney Cruise Line? Disney Cruise Line is a good option for solo travelers, especially...
- The NEW Fairytale-Inspired Beers Everyone Will Be Talking About We know how to celebrate Springtime the right way near Disney World!
- AbracadaBar at Disney’s Boardwalk Read on for my AbracadaBar review and for all the info on this lounge: Abracadabar is a nice addition to the Disney Boardwalk. It’s been open for about 10 years now, and they have some fun themeing and good (and strong!) drinks. I suspect I’ve probably been...
- Guest Sues Disney World for “Permanent” Damage From Bed Bug Bites A new lawsuit alleges a guest was bitten by bed bugs in Disney World.
- CHANGE Revealed for Bluey Show in Disneyland The times will be CHANGING at Bluey's Best Day Ever in Disneyland starting in late April.
- You Can Get FREE Tickets to Universal Orlando — But There’s a Catch! Who wants free tickets to Universal Orlando? Meeeeeeee!
- Disney Needs to Take Notes from Universal’s Refillable Mug Policy Universal and Disney take different approaches to refillable mugs.
- Pink Crocs Mickey Mouse Icon Tote Bag Arrives to the Disney Store Hi everyone! A pink Crocs Mickey Mouse Icon Tote Bag has arrived to the Disney Store! The Crocs tote takes
- Winnie the Pooh and Pals Varsity Jacket for Adults Arrives to the Disney Store Hi everyone! A Winnie the Pooh and Pals Varsity Jacket for adults has arrived to the Disney Store! The jacket
- New Desserts & Drink Coming to Disneyland Resort Next Week Disneyland Resort announced several new menu items coming to both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure on April 28. New Disneyland Resort Desserts & Drink The Orange Cream Cheesecake from Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe is orange cheesecake topped with vanilla Chantilly and orange crunch. At Lamplight Lounge...
- Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Building Almost Completely Repainted, More Color Added to Guitar The transformation of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith into Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets is happening swiftly at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. With just over a month to go before opening, the show building is now almost entirely gray instead of beige. Rock ‘n’ Roller...
- Important Weather Warning Issued for April 21st at Disney World Starting tomorrow, April 21st, 2026, Central Florida will be under a Fire Weather Watch.
- A Bunch of New HOKAs Quietly Released on Amazon You can't miss this new HOKA drop!
- This NEW Disney Home Decor Collection Has Us Running To Grab Our Wallets We just found your new favorite Disney kitchen essentials!
- Unbelievable new Toy Story 5 Mattel toys revealed ahead of Pixar sequel Disney and Mattel’s new Toy Story 5 toys add interactive features to Buzz and Woody, but some fans may prefer the classic versions. The post Unbelievable new Toy Story 5 Mattel toys revealed ahead of Pixar sequel appeared first on Attractions...
- Mattel Gives First Look at New "Toy Story 5" Items as Part of Roundup Reveal Week After announcing that product reveals for Toy Story 5 would kick off today, Disney and Pixar are making good on that promise, highlighting upcoming items from Mattel.What's Happening:As Toy Story 5's June release day races closer, this week, we're getting a look at several of the merchandise tie-ins that will...
- Where to celebrate America 250: fireworks, theme parks & trips Explore the top places to celebrate America 250, from Disney fireworks and Hersheypark to the National Mall, historic cities, and unforgettable summer road trips. The post Where to celebrate America 250: fireworks, theme parks & trips appeared first on Attractions Magazine....
- New Merchandise Arrivals at Disney Store April 19-25 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...
- “It’s a Mass Exodus.” 5 Ways To Make Leaving Magic Kingdom at Night Less Miserable We've got some major tips for navigating Magic Kingdom at night!
- A NEW Winnie The Pooh Home Collection Just Dropped Online A NEW Winnie the Pooh collection just dropped online and we're suddenly craving honey!
- A NEW Disney Starbucks Tumbler Just Landed in the Parks and We Are OBSESSED We are obsessed with this NEW Animal Kingdom Starbucks tumbler!
- Spaceship Earth Reveals Exterior Panel Refresh at EPCOT Disney is refreshing the exterior panels on Spaceship Earth at EPCOT. We previously saw the sections closest to the geodesic sphere receive this refresh last August. Spaceship Earth Exterior Refurbishment More sections of the vertical panels on the west side of Spaceship Earth, which houses Project Tomorrow,...
- Little Red Elephant Animatronic Reportedly Returns to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Little Red, the baby elephant animatronic, has reportedly returned to a guest-facing location at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Little Red Animatronic Originally part of Kilimanjaro Safaris, Little Red was a prop used for the anti-poaching portion of the attraction. Disney removed that storyline in 2012, and Little Red...
- REVIEW: First-Ever Vegan Churros at a Disney Theme Park We tried Disney’s first-ever vegan churro, which is available at Tokyo Disney Resort. They do not contain any ingredients with animal meat, seafood, dairy products, eggs, honey, or gelatin. Mickey Churro (Cinnamon) – ¥500 Ingredients do not contain animal meat, seafood, dairy products, eggs, honey, or gelatin...
- AllEars TV: What You Need To Know Before You Go To Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom is THE park most people dream about when they think of Walt Disney World — the icons, the nostalgia, the fireworks, the whole “this is Disney” feeling. But before you walk down Main Street, U.S.A., there are a few things you must know. Here’s what you need to...
- REVIEW: Is the Best Italian Food OUTSIDE of EPCOT’s Italy Pavilion? This restaurant is worth leaving the Disney World bubble for.
- A MAJOR Ride Change Hits Hollywood Studios Next Month Some BIG ride changes are coming up in Disney's Hollywood Studios soon!
- Rope Drop Is About to Get Even BETTER in Magic Kingdom Mornings are changing at the Magic Kingdom.
- The Secret Place to UPGRADE Your Mickey Bar in Disney World Ever wanted to customize a Mickey bar in Disney World? Well now, you can!
- Zack Snyder Celebrates ‘Justice League’s Epic Comeback The Snyderverse remains one of the most discussed eras in DC’s cinematic history. Featuring the three Zack Snyder films, Man of Steel (2013), Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016), and Zack Snyder’s Justice League (2021), this part of the...
- “One of the Biggest Ripoffs.” 3 Disney World Restaurants That Are Hard to Justify in 2026 Some Disney World restaurants we once called iconic are in need of a change.
- New ‘Superman’ (2025) Follow-up Arrives, but Without David Corenswet James Gunn’s Superman (2025) didn’t just relaunch the Man of Steel—it set the foundation for the all-new DC Universe. Written and directed by Gunn and produced by Peter Safran, the film introduced David Corenswet (Clark Kent/Kal-El/Superman) alongside Rachel Brosnahan (Lois Lane), Nicholas Hoult (Lex...
- Pirate’s Adventure at Magic Kingdom Ends Free Lightning Lane Prize After a Few Days in Today’s Daily Recap for 4/19/2026 Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort opens new pool with River Country Reference, new Walt Disney World stainless steel Starbucks tumblers with straw toppers, and famous Bay Lake ‘shoe tree’ stripped as Lakeshore Lodge construction continues at Walt Disney World — all this and more in today’s daily recap...
- ‘James Bond’ Reboot: Female Star Lands Iconic Role, New Footage Revealed The James Bond franchise is entering a new era, with Amazon MGM Studios preparing a full-scale reboot of 007 for the big screen. The upcoming film is set to be directed by Denis Villeneuve (Dune: Part Two) and written by Steven Knight...
- Disney Shares Details on the Muppet Labs LIMO Coming to Hollywood Studios Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Reveals L.I.M.O. Ride Vehicles and Opening Date It’s time to crank up the chaos because Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets just dropped a hilariously on-brand update straight out of Muppet Labs. The ride vehicles officially have a new name, and in...
- Guest Sues Disney Following Alleged 2022 Bedbug Incident at All Star Sports Guest Sues Disney Following Alleged 2022 Bedbug Incident at All-Star Sports A new lawsuit filed against Disney claims a guest was bitten by bedbugs during a stay at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort back in 2022. According to the complaint, the guest alleges the incident happened during a vacation at the...
- Vulcania Review Vulcania is a counter-service restaurant in Tokyo DisneySea’s Mysterious Island. The restaurant is inside of the park icon, Mount Prometheus. Vulcania serves Chinese food with prices in the $10-$20 range. In this post, we’ll review the counter-service restaurant’s atmosphere, cuisine and value while sharing photos! Mysterious Island...
- Commemorate Your Next Disneyland Visit with New Character-Themed Christmas Baubles Yes, it’s only April, so Christmas is still eight months away – but Disneyland guests may want to grab these new ornaments before they sell out closer to the holiday season! Mickey Icon Ornament – $39.99 This new ornament design features a matte black Mickey-shaped bauble with a...
- Marvel Figures, Pins, Toys, and More Now Available at Walt Disney World Several stores across Walt Disney World have released new Marvel-themed figures, toys, pins, and more. Figures Location: Super Hero Headquarters at Disney Springs Spidey and His Amazing Friends Mystery Mash’ems – $6.99 One of these mystery balls contains a squishy toy of Spider-Man or one of his...
- VIDEO: ‘It’s a Sweetsful Time’ Vanellope Von Schweetz Parade Returns to Tokyo Disneyland The Vanellope von Schweetz-inspired “It’s a Sweetsful Time!” parade is back at Tokyo Disneyland for a limited-time as part of Disney Pal-Palooza: Vanellope’s Sweet Pop World. The parade debuted with the first Vanellope event last year. “It’s a Sweetsful Time!” Parade “It’s a Sweetsful Time!” runs for...
- Dine and Dazzle: Disneyland Paris Rebrands Instagram Account to Share Food and Shopping One of Disneyland Paris’ social media accounts is rebranding, and adding even more edible fun to discover on InstagramWhat’s Happening:Disney Fans looking to stay up to date on all the amazing things happening at Disneyland Paris can enjoy even more of the magic from the palm of their hand. The...
- New Knit & Embroidered Norway Pavilion Collection at EPCOT EPCOT’s Norway pavilion has a brand-new collection of knit and embroidered apparel, accessories, and kitchenware. This collection can be found in The Fjording. Ear Headband – $36.99 The ears are covered in dark blue textured fabric. They feature leafy floral embroidery with gold silhouettes of Minnie and...
- Famous Bay Lake ‘Shoe Tree’ Stripped as Lakeshore Lodge Construction Continues at Walt Disney World The legendary shoe tree, a longtime Bay Lake fixture, has been stripped of its soles as the construction of Lakeshore Lodge progresses. Bay Lake Cast Member Shoe Tree Stripped One of the most noticeable recent changes is on a much smaller scale. For decades, retiring Cast Members...
- Olympic skating star Alysa Liu visits The Kitty Beautiful while in Orlando for Stars on Ice Olympic gold medalist Alysa Liu made an unexpected stop at The Kitty Beautiful during her time in Orlando, where she was in town for the Stars on Ice performance at Kia Center. The post Olympic skating star Alysa Liu visits The Kitty...
- Hershey expands resort options with luxury villas and new family hotel The Villas at Hotel Hershey is perfect for anyone looking to stay on property, but not have to walk down long hallways and be surrounded by hundreds of people throughout the day. It truly feels secluded, quiet, private, and comfortable. Every guest can feel a little pampered...
- (Live updates) “Toy Story 5” Roundup Reveal Week with daily merchandise announcements Follow our live Toy Story 5 Roundup Reveal Week blog for daily merch reveals, collabs, collectibles, and Disney updates ahead of the film’s June release. The post (Live updates) “Toy Story 5” Roundup Reveal Week with daily merchandise announcements appeared first on...
- CHANGES Hit This Disney World Hotel Perk, and We Don’t Love It Are the changes to the Disney Dining Plan still worth it?
- These Are the Top 3 Sunscreens to Use at Disney World From a Former Cast Member We've tried them all, and these are our favorite sunscreens.
- King Triton Jersey Pulled From Disneyland After Guest Backlash The King Triton football jersey has been pulled from shelves within days of release at Disneyland Resort, reportedly because of negative reaction about the jersey not being for Prince Eric instead. King Triton Jersey The new football jerseys are mostly inspired by different Disney couples, like Cinderella...
- Don’t Let These 25 Disney World Closures Catch You Off Guard Here's all 25 closures across Disney World right now!
- From Flash Photography to Line Jumping: The Ultimate Guide to Not Ruining the Disney World Magic Planning a Walt Disney World vacation is practically a part-time job. You spend months meticulously researching dining reservations, decoding the complexities of Lightning Lanes, and mapping out the perfect park-hopping strategy. But amidst the chaos of booking flights and packing matching family t-shirts, there is one crucial element...
- 2027 Disney World Ticket Prices & How to Find the Best Deal Disney just released 2027 Walt Disney World ticket prices and vacation packages through October 31st. If you swipe through a...
- List of Eligible Disney Resort Hotels for Free Water Park Perk (2026-2027) Guests staying at an eligible Disney Resort Hotel can take advantage of complimentary water park admission. In 2026, this limited-time offer is valid for all... The post List of Eligible Disney Resort Hotels for Free Water Park Perk (2026-2027) appeared first on...
- The Most Expensive (and Stunning) Disney Loungeflys Available Right Now These are the prettiest Loungefly Mini Backpacks we've ever seen!
- 15 Rides Were CLOSED Yesterday in Disney World Some rides experienced closures in Disney World yesterday.
- This EPCOT Attraction Regained the Title of Disney World’s Busiest Ride this Week Wait times told an interesting story at Disney World this week.
- The Cheapest Days to Visit Disney World in February 2027 (Exact Dates & Prices) If you're planning a trip to Disney World in 2027, read this!
- Universal Was Home to an EXCLUSIVE Billion Dollar Movie “Sequel”…Until It Suddenly Disappeared TD-3D was the ultimate example of Universal's original "ride the movies" mission.
- This Is The Most Florida Souvenir You Can Find At Universal Orlando Harry Potter + rain = the best Wizarding World souvenir yet!
- Welp, We Did Not EXPECT To See THIS At Disney’s Art of Animation Hotel Sometimes, not even the Disney Bubble is waterproof!
- (Review) New Superman attraction opens at Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood Our review covers the new Superman attraction at Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood. Superman Experience: Defenders Unite promises an interactive walkthrough adventure—and mostly delivers. This new add-on to the Studio Tour features an original storyline that brings guests into a world inspired by...
- Hidden Disney Pins Coming to Disney Cruise Line for First Time Disney Cruise Line will launch its first-ever Hidden Disney pin series next month plus release a pin set originally exclusive to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa. Disney Cruise Line Hidden Disney Pins Creator PINcess Shannon shared a sneak peek of the two pin sets. The Disney...
- Pirate’s Adventure at Magic Kingdom Ends Free Lightning Lane Prize After a Few Days A few days ago, A Pirate’s Adventure at Magic Kingdom began once again offering free Lightning Lane passes to guests who completed the scavenger hunt. As of Sunday, however, they are no longer giving out Lightning Lane passes as a prize. A Pirate’s Adventure No Longer Offering...
- Disney LEGO Sets That Double as Home Decor These LEGO sets will act as great pieces of decor in your home!
- Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort Opens New Pool With River Country Reference An additional pool has opened at the Meadow Swimmin’ Pool area of Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort. This is the first phase of an expansion to the area that will also include a tennis court and two pickleball courts. Fort Wilderness Meadow Swimmin’ Pool Expansion In a space...
- Wait. Is Universal Hiring For Your DREAM JOB? Want to go to Halloween Horror Nights every night? Now you can work there!
- Shanghai Disney Resort 10th Anniversary Pin Releases Shanghai Disney Resort 10th Anniversary Pin Releases Here is a look at the new Shanghai Disney Resort 10th Anniversary pin releases! They feature Mickey & Friends, Duffy & Friends and more. Released in April 2026 at Shanghai Disneyland. View...
- 3 Disneyland Restaurants We Avoid at ALL COSTS These Disneyland restaurants can often leave us wanting.
- Where in the World #941 To all who come to this photo trivia game, welcome! Along the way, the photos can make us relive memories and see details that Walt’s Imagineers put into everything we love in Walt Disney World! And now Challenge #940: And here’s the answer: The Harmony Barbershop in the Magic Kingdom....
- Banned, Busted, and Behind Bars: How a Banned Guest Landed Back in Jail at Disney World Behind the whimsical facade of Cinderella Castle and the thrilling drops of EPCOT’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind lies one of the most sophisticated, tightly controlled private security apparatuses on the planet. The Walt Disney World Resort is practically its own city, and maintaining the safety of...
- The Meadow Trading Post at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground is home to two gift shops, the Meadow Trading Post and the Settlement Trading Post. The Meadow Trading Post... The post The Meadow Trading Post at Disney’s Fort Wilderness appeared first on Resorts Gal.
- The Unmagical Kingdom: Disney World Guest Sues Over “Permanent” Injuries from Severe Bed Bug Infestation A trip to the Walt Disney World Resort is supposed to be the ultimate escape from reality. Guests pay a premium to enter the “Disney Bubble,” an environment globally renowned for its pristine cleanliness, exceptional customer service, and immersive magic. But for one recent guest, that dream vacation...
- Tickets for the BIGGEST Star Wars Fan Event On Sale SOON! You can't miss Star Wars Celebration!
- AllEars TV: What Disney World Will Be Like In Summer 2026 Whether you’re planning a trip or just trying to keep up with everything happening, here is your complete guide to Summer 2026 at Disney World.
- REVIEW: If You Want To Visit Agrabah, This Disney Restaurant Is PERFECT for You This restaurant swept us straight to Agrabah!
- QUIZ: Can You Name These Famous Disney Films From 3 Words Of Dialogue Think you know your Disney movies inside and out? We're putting your knowledge to the ultimate test. We've pulled just three words of dialogue from some of the most iconic Disney films ever made, and it's up to you to name the movie. Some of these will feel like a...
- Tokyo DisneySea Maritime Band Performs 25th Anniversary Ride Music Medley To honor 25 years of Tokyo DisneySea, the park’s marching band is performing a special medley of current and former ride music. 25th Anniversary Ride Music Medley – Tokyo DisneySea Maritime Band The Tokyo DisneySea Maritime Band performs near the park’s main entrance. The ride music medley...
- Everyone Complains About the Harry Potter Ride, But They’re Forgetting THIS Tricky Epic Universe Attraction Don't forget about this incredibly popular ride when planning your Epic Universe trip!
- The 4 New Loungeflys Disney Fans NEED to Buy from Amazon Before Summer These four new Loungeflys will have you dreaming of warmer weather, beaches, and summer!
- FULL TOUR: Everything $150 Gets You at This Disney World Hotel Let's tour a Disney Springs hotel!
- ‘Darkwing Duck’, ‘TaleSpin’, and Many More Rare and Exclusive Characters from Disney Channel Nite at Disneyland in Today’s Daily Recap for 4/18/2026 Guest suing Disney claims they were bit by bedbugs at All-Star Sports Resort, first signs of updated paintwork visible on Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, and paint stripes added, then removed, now re-added to The Magic of Disney Animation at Disney’s Hollywood Studios — all...
- Free Water Park Access, Early Entry, Extended Evening Hours to Continue in 2027 Walt Disney World has confirmed that three popular perks offered to onsite resort guests--including Disney Vacation Club owners--will continue throughout next year.
- Disney Vacation Club Members to Preview Rock N Roller Coaster Before May 2026 Reopening Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets officially opens on May 26, 2026 at Disney's Hollywood Studios, but Disney Vacation Club members and Annual Passholders will have an opportunity to preview early. ...
- Saratoga Springs Helps Boost Disney Vacation Club Direct Sales in March 2026 Short term price incentives for Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort not only resulted in the resort having its best sales month in 17 months but also caused overall sales to post its best results since March 2025. ...
- Trader Sam's Tiki Terrace Closed for Refurbishment The outdoor bar at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort will be closed for at least a couple months in spring 2026 for refurbishment. ...
- Sixteen Vacation Homes Added to Polynesian’s Island Tower DVC Inventory With its most recent filing for the Condominium Association at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, Disney has now declared more than half of the vacation homes in Island Tower for the Disney Vacation Club inventory. ...
- Walt Disney World Offers After-2pm Ticket for Summer 2026 From May 26 through July 29, 2026, Walt Disney World guests can purchase a discounted 2 or 3 day theme park ticket with admission beginning at 2:00pm.
- Lake Buena Vista Golf Course Updates Planned in 2026 The golf course which winds through Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort and Disney's Old Key West Resort will soon close for a multi-month renovation project.
- 40% Restaurant Savings Return for V.I.Passholder Days in 2026 This summer Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can save up to 40% at a dozen restaurants, including two Disney Vacation Club resort locations.
- Save up to 35% off 2026 Late Summer Stays at Aulani Resort in Hawaii Guests looking to stay in hotel rooms and Disney Vacation Club villas at Aulani can save for select dates in August through October 2026.
Theme Park News & Rumors
- Universal Orlando Guest Arrested and Banned for Assaulting a Team Member in Today’s Daily Recap for 4/20/2026 New menu items coming to Disneyland Resort next week, Little Red Elephant animatronic reportedly returns to Disney’s...
- Quantum Accelerator Officially Launches at Six Flags New England Six Flags New England has officially raised the curtain on its...
- Your Guide to Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Wild Adventures Await at Kilimanjaro Safaris If there is one experience that truly captures the heart and soul of Disney’s...
- Where to find One of EPCOT's Cheapest and Best Snacks If you are heading to EPCOT during your visit to Walt Disney World and are looking for snacks that won't...
- New Insulation Added to Former MuppetVision 3D Theater Crew members are installing insulation on the exterior of The Glob theater in Monstropolis, formerly home of...
- New Sheriff Jessie Ear Headband at Walt Disney World There’s a new sheriff in town! After the events of Toy Story 4, Jessie now wears the...
- Crews Removing Restaurantosaurus Roofing for Tropical Americas Transformation Construction crews were actively working on the facade of Restaurantosaurus during our Monday, April 20 visit to...
- Why Disney Experts Are SKIPPING Magic Kingdom on May 3rd After over a YEAR of waiting, we are closer than ever to Big Thunder Mountain Railroad reopening in Magic Kingdom!...
- 3 Best and Worst Lightning Lanes at Magic Kingdom When it comes to planning Walt Disney World Lightning Lanes, Magic Kingdom has the most to choose...
- Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Building Almost Completely Repainted, More Color Added to Guitar The transformation of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith into Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets...
Latest Walt Disney Photos
- PHOTOS: Disney’s Pop Century Resort Sign Under Construction Another day in Disney World, another construction update! Seriously, the construction around the parks and resorts changes all the...
- Star Wars Galaxy's Edge A-Wing Visible Once Again as Construction Walls Disappear A-Wing Back in Action as Construction Walls Disappear in Galaxy's Edge The Resistance...
- PHOTOS: Pop Century Bell Service Cast Members Debut New Costumes If you have been reading along here at MickeyBlog, you know that
- Famous Bay Lake ‘Shoe Tree' Stripped as Lakeshore Lodge Construction Continues at Walt Disney World The legendary shoe tree, a longtime Bay Lake fixture, has been stripped of...
- Closer Look at the Exterior Refurbishment at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort Construction Continues at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort with Major Exterior Work Underway If...
- Electrical Work Begins for Encanto and Indiana Jones Rides in Tropical Americas Nine New Permits Filed as Tropical Americas Expansion Powers Up at Animal Kingdom...
- PHOTOS: Docking Bay 6 Has Been Taken Over by the First Order Three years after the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser was shuttered,
- New Construction Permit Filed for Aloha Isle Sign at Walt Disney World Permit Filed for New Aloha Isle Sign at Magic Kingdom Something sweet might...
- FIRST LOOK: NEW Photos & Second Electric Mayhem Song Cover Revealed For Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets If you have been following along here at MickeyBlog, you know how excited we are for the debut...
- Updated Look at Disney's Lakeshore Lodge Construction Disney's Lakeshore Lodge Is Starting to Look More Like a Resort and Less...
Universal & Epic Universe Strategy
- Decals Added to Closed Wossamotta-U Gift Shop in Universal Islands of Adventure The panels covering the Wossamotta-U windows for several months are now decorated with speech bubble decals. The...
- Hogwarts Towers Turn Pale Gray During Refurbishment at Universal Islands of Adventure Some of the Hogwarts Castle towers visible in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade at Universal...
- Poseidon’s Fury Surrounded by Construction Walls 3 Years After Closing After Poseidon’s Fury at Universal Islands of Adventure permanently closed in May 2023, the attraction’s exterior went...
- Full List: ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ Universal Studios Hollywood Fan Fest Nights Merchandise 2026 You may need to roll a nat 20 to grab this Dungeons & Dragons Fan Fest merchandise...
- Universal Orlando Guest Arrested and Banned for Assaulting a Team Member A guest at Universal Orlando Resort hit a team member, claimed it was an accident, and then...
- An Exclusive Group Can Claim FREE Universal Orlando Tickets An exclusive group can snag FREE tickets to Universal Orlando Resort while supplies last!
- Pirate’s Adventure at Magic Kingdom Ends Free Lightning Lane Prize After a Few Days in Today’s Daily Recap for 4/19/2026 Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort opens new pool with River Country Reference, new Walt Disney World stainless steel...
- Full List: ‘Sailor Moon’ Universal Studios Hollywood Fan Fest Nights Merchandise 2026 In the name of the moon, listen up, Sailor Guardians! The Sailor Moon Fan Fest merchandise is...
- Okay, This Is The Absolute BEST Job at Universal Orlando — And They’re Hiring! Halloween Horror Nights is hiring!
- ‘Darkwing Duck’, ‘TaleSpin’, and Many More Rare and Exclusive Characters from Disney Channel Nite at Disneyland in Today’s Daily Recap for 4/18/2026 Guest suing Disney claims they were bit by bedbugs at All-Star Sports Resort, first signs of updated...