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Trending: Annual Passholder Reservations Reach Capacity at EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios · UCF Football Helmets Feature Walt Disney World Logo · Alien Swirling Saucers Debuts Lilypad's Jams · Carousel of Progress and Monstropolis Costumes and Dioramas Added to Walt Disney Presents Latest developments: Walt Disney World Annual Passholder Reservations Reach Capacity for EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios on September 26, driven by the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival, new Hollywood Studios attractions, and a cool front. Meanwhile, the UCF Knights added the Walt Disney World logo to their football helmets for the 2026 season, debuting at the Big 12 game against the Texas Christian University Horned Frogs at Acrisure Bounce House on September 26. Also at Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney World President Joe Schott rode the updated Alien Swirling Saucers as incoming Toy Story 5 character Lilypad officially took over DJ duties with a fresh new soundtrack, visual effects, and interactive experiences. Additionally, guests visiting Walt Disney Presents at Disney's Hollywood Studios can now view brand new costumes, scale dioramas, figures, and concept art previewing the upcoming reimagining of Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress alongside updates for Monstropolis. Trending topics updated · 4:16 PMDisney News Now · September 26 
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- Carry Your Candy in 'it's a small world' Novelty Trash Can, Now at Walt Disney World The newest novelty trash can-inspired candy container from Walt Disney World is based on “it’s a small world.” We found the container at Zuri’s Sweets Shop in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, but it will likely be available at other bulk candy locations throughout Walt Disney World. “it’s a...
- Carry Your Candy in 'it's a small world' Novelty Trash Can, Now at Walt Disney World The newest novelty trash can-inspired candy container from Walt Disney World is based on “it’s a small world.” We found the container at Zuri’s Sweets Shop in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, but it will likely be available at other bulk candy locations throughout Walt Disney World. “it’s a...
- Tokyo Disney Offering Previews of Indiana Jones Adventure: Temple of the Crystal Skull Before It Reopens Tokyo Disney Resort is offering a select group of people the chance to experience the updated version of Indiana Jones Adventure: Temple of the Crystal Skull before it officially reopens on November 30, 2026. The ride is located in Tokyo DisneySEA. Indiana Jones Previews In a new...
- Tokyo Disney Offering Previews of Indiana Jones Adventure: Temple of the Crystal Skull Before It Reopens Tokyo Disney Resort is offering a select group of people the chance to experience the updated version of Indiana Jones Adventure: Temple of the Crystal Skull before it officially reopens on November 30, 2026. The ride is located in Tokyo DisneySEA. Indiana Jones Previews In a new...
- “You Can’t Retreat to a Bunker”: Bob Iger Shreds Chapek’s Memoir Without Ever Saying His Name When excerpts from former Disney CEO Bob Chapek’s explosive tell-all memoir, Behind the Castle Walls, hit the internet, Hollywood prepared for an all-out corporate war. In his book, Chapek launched a scorched-earth campaign—defending steep theme park price hikes, accusing Bob Iger of a relentless effort to...
- Disney World Guests Could Get AI Alerts When Animals Suddenly Become Active Disney is exploring technology that could make a wildlife encounter at Walt Disney World more predictable — but potentially more digital, too. A newly published Disney animal monitoring patent application describes an AI-powered animal-monitoring system capable of analyzing camera images and sending notifications when animals are visible, behaving in noteworthy...
- Your Guide to Halloween Treats at Walt Disney World Theme Parks and Resorts Your foodie guide to Halloween treats at Walt Disney World parks and resorts through October 31, 2026 — including Maleficent Funnel Cake, Boneyard Cookies and Scream Sundae, and more.
- Sorcerer Mickey, Dumbo, Ariel, Orange Bird, and More Featured on Character Puzzles at Disneyland Two new 500-piece Disney puzzles have arrived, featuring colorful designs inspired by Disney characters and stories. Characters featured include Sorcerer Mickey, Dumbo, Ariel, and Orange Bird. Disney Characters Puzzle – $24.99 This puzzle shows a stacked wooden shelf packed with chibi-style Disney characters. The top row features...
- LEGO Ministry of Magic - Collector's Edition, Mini Hogwarts Castle Sets Now Available Online LEGO fans can add two iconic locations from the Wizarding World to their collections with a pair of detailed Harry Potter sets. From the towering Hogwarts Castle to the intricate Ministry of Magic, both sets bring memorable locations from the series to life with plenty of magical...
- Trader Sam’s Closes Exterior Staircase as Patio Seating Expands at Disneyland Hotel Work continues around Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar and Tangaroa Terrace Tropical Bar & Grill at the Disneyland Hotel. The latest changes include the closure of an exterior staircase and the reopening of additional seating near the outdoor fireplace. Trader Sam’s Staircase Now Closed The exterior staircase...
- Beauty and the Beast Journal Set Debuts at Walt Disney World A new Beauty and the Beast 3-piece journal set is available at Walt Disney World. The post Beauty and the Beast Journal Set Debuts at Walt Disney World appeared first on WDW News Today.
- Three Brothers Turn Childhood Disney Dream Into Magical Walt Disney World Careers Three Brothers Turn a Lifetime of Disney Trips Into Three Different Careers at Walt Disney World For brothers Caden, John and Carson Warner,...
- JetBlue Joins the Airport Luggage Transfer Service at Walt Disney World JetBlue Added to Disney World Airport Luggage Transfer Service Disney World guests flying JetBlue now have one less thing to lug around on...
- Sinister Halloween Treats Coming to the Walt Disney World Resorts Every Halloween Treat Heading to Disney World Resorts Delicious Halloween treats are brewing all across Walt Disney World Resort hotels, proving that you don’t even need...
- Halloween Food & Beverages Coming to Disney World Theme Parks Disney World Reveals Halloween Food & Drink Menu at Parks Halloween food and drink offerings are taking over Walt Disney World Resort! Your cadaverous pallor betrays an aura of...
- Jeff Vahle, Former Walt Disney World President, Reflects on 36-Year Disney Career During University Appearance Jeff Vahle, former president of Walt Disney World and an Auburn University alumnus, returned to his alma mater to speak with engineering students about his career and experiences at The Walt Disney Company. Auburn’s Theme Park Engineering and Design organization hosted the September 23 event at the...
- Special Edition Tour Guide Cast Member Doll Comes Home to Walt Disney World A special edition doll inspired by a Magic Kingdom Guest Relations tour guide is now available at Walt Disney World. It was first released online earlier this month. Special Edition Guest Relations Cast Member Doll – $64.99 The figure wears the blue plaid, equestrian-inspired costume associated with...
- Refurbishment Work Begins on Redwood Pool Slide at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel Exterior refurbishment of Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa has moved to the Redwood Pool, specifically the waterslide. Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel Construction The slide, which curves around a fake redwood tree, is now blocked by scaffolding and scrims. The pool itself and surrounding area remain open...
- Photos: New Walt Disney World 55th Anniversary Merchandise Arrives at EPCOT An upcoming Walt Disney World milestone is getting the merchandise treatment as a new collection celebrating the resort's 55th anniversary has arrived at Walt Disney World. The new lineup has already been spotted at EPCOT, giving guests a first look at the commemorative merchandise celebrating 55 Magical Years.The collection embraces...
- Three Brothers From Georgia Follow Their Disney Dreams at Walt Disney World For brothers Caden, John and Carson Warner, Disney has always been more than a vacation destination. After growing up visiting Walt Disney World Resort as Annual Passholders, the brothers eventually turned their shared love of Disney into three very different career paths within the company.What’s Happening:Growing up in Georgia, frequent...
- Photos: "Avengers: Endgame Encore" Comes To Disney Springs One of the biggest box office hits ever is getting ready to return to theaters, and it's being given the premiere movie treatment at the AMC Theatres in Disney Springs.What's Happening:The first screenings of Avengers: Endgame Encore arrive today, and while the movie technically isn't a new release, it's certainly...
- Walt Disney World Reveals Even More Halloween Treats Coming for Day Guests This Spooky Season The Halloween season may have already been upon us for well over a month at Walt Disney World, but new fun is still creeping in. Specifically in the form of some terrifyingly tasty treats available across the resort during daytime hours.Through October 31, a tantalizingly delicious assortment of ferocious treats...
- Walt Disney World's Luggage Transfer Service Adds New Airline Of all the things that have changed at Walt Disney World in the past few years, one of the most disappointing was the end of the Disney Magical Express. A Disney World vacation almost started as soon as you arrived in Orlando, with many of the logistical issues of getting...
- This is NOT Falling with Style: Flying Buzz Lightyear Comes to Disney Store Buzz Lightyear always insisted that he really could fly, and now, thanks to modern technology, he can. Toy Story 5 just dropped on Disney+, and alongside it is a brand-new high-tech toy on the Disney Store website that essentially turns the Space Ranger into a Drone.(Please note this article contains...
- Fun Spot Atlanta auction opens with $5 bids on rides A roller coaster, arcade games and even a batting cage are up for bid as Fun Spot America Atlanta sells more than 400 lots from its closed park. The post Fun Spot Atlanta auction opens with $5 bids on rides appeared first...
- Battle of Bobs: Iger Admits He Discounted Chapek’s Weakness, Chapek Is Sad He Can’t Go to Disney World Shots have been fired (and returned!) in the Battle of the Bobs, now in its second consecutive day of active conflict. Disney’s Bob Swap™️ drama is heating back up thanks to dueling interviews from former CEOs Bob Chapek and Iger. And with that, Christmas has come early to the lovers...
- 'Avengers: Doomsday' Now Releasing Two Days Early in the U.K. Fans in the U.K. and Ireland will be able to watch the next Avengers film two days before its scheduled release in the United States. Avengers: Doomsday Releasing Early As shared by Complex on X, fans in the U.K. and Ireland can watch Avengers: Doomsday in theaters...
- 'Lilo and Stitch' and 'Moana' Colorful Medallions Arrive at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort We spotted more colorful medallions at Walt Disney World, this time at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. The new designs are themed to Moana and Lilo and Stitch. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Colorful Medallion Machine The new medallion machine was recently installed next to an existing pressed penny...
- More Halloween Menus Revealed for Walt Disney World! Walt Disney World has been in the thralls of Halloween for well over a month already, celebrating with Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom and plenty of decor throughout all four parks. They’d already revealed some specialty food for spooky season at Disney Springs...
- Disney Quietly Strips High-Tech Features From Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Weeks Before Major Closure Magic Kingdom’s newest headline attraction is facing a bumpy road to its first major maintenance overhaul. As Walt Disney World prepares to take Tiana’s Bayou Adventure offline for an extended fall refurbishment, guests floating through the musical bayou are witnessing a ride that...
- Spider-Man Roller Coaster Testing Begins at Shanghai Disneyland Shanghai Disney Resort has begun testing its new Spider-Man roller coaster, with ride vehicles now present on the track. Spider-Man Coaster Testing Begins X user @MasaneMiyaPA shared a photo of envelope testing underway on the roller coaster. The last car of the attraction train has large circular...
- ‘Coco’ Ride Construction Site Moves Forward With New Landscaping, Pipes, and More at Disney California Adventure Piping, trench railings, and landscaping have been added to the construction site where the Coco boat ride will be located at Disneyland Resort. ‘Coco’ Construction Update The ride is under construction on the west side of Disney California Adventure, between IncrediCoaster and Disneyland Drive. In the photo...
- Over 100 Injuries Reported From Popular Six Flags Roller Coaster At theme parks, thrill rides are thrilling because of the fear factor. You can soar from towering heights, drop faster than gravity, and speed faster than cars, all from the safety of your ride vehicle. So when something goes wrong, things go very, very badly. ©Six...
- Buzz Lightyear Flying Action Figure Now Available Online at Disney Store A new flying RC hi-tech edition action figure of Toy Story 5‘s Buzz Lightyear has arrived online at Disney Store. Buzz Lightyear Flying Action Figure — $79.99 While using a remote control, have Buzz Lightyear take flight with an attached drone that helps lift the toy into...
- Disneyland Hotel Entrance Fountains Operating Again After Weeks Behind Construction Walls The entrance fountains at the Disneyland Hotel are operating again after weeks behind construction walls. Disneyland Hotel Entrance Fountains Back On Three circular mosaic fountains sit on a raised bed of river rocks just outside the hotel’s main entrance. Water is now spraying from each basin. The...
- Bob Iger Admits Disney Wasn't Thorough Enough When Choosing Bob Chapek as CEO Bob Iger has admitted that Disney wasn’t thorough enough when choosing Bob Chapek as his successor. Iger recently sat down with Nitin Nohria, former dean of the Harvard Business School, about his tenure as CEO at Disney. Nohria is also executive chairman of Thrive Capital, where Iger...
Theme Park News & Rumors
- Disney World’s Longest Wait Last Week Was 31% Higher Than the Next Ride How did Disney World's wait times fare this week?
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- DFB Video: Latest Disney News: INSIDE Disney’s Newest Lounge, Ride Upgrade & MORE! All the latest Disney and theme park news starts right now on DFB Guide.
- I Paid $6.99 for a Mystery Food Box from Disney Springs. Here’s What Was Inside. How I paid $7 for two full meals at Disney World!
- Permit Alert: Pirates of the Caribbean and Disney Springs Could See Major Updates Soon Disney just filed a ton of new construction permits, mostly in Disney Springs!
- HIT OR MISS: We Ate 6 New Snacks in Disney World This Week We got to try SIX different snacks in Disney World this week, and not ALL of them were wins!
- Annual Passholder Reservations Reach Capacity at EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios Today Annual Passholder reservations are full at EPCOT and Hollywood Studios on September 26,...
- Disney World Issues Emergency Lockout for Select Guests at EPCOT and Hollywood Studios Disney World did not permit a large group of guests to enter through the gates of EPCOT...
- 4 Changes Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Next Month Be aware of these four changes coming to Animal Kingdom this October!
- Disney Fans Have Figured Out What Disney Springs Is Missing, and the Idea Is Genius Try to think of one place at Disney Springs where you can sit for an hour without...
Latest Walt Disney Photos
- 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...
- Disney Files Several Construction Permits for Disney Springs and Bridge Work New Disney Springs Permits Filed for Bridge, Restaurants, and Shops Walt Disney World...
- Monsters, Inc. Door Coaster Show Building Begins to Dominate the Hollywood Studios Skyline Massive ‘Monsters, Inc.' Door Coaster Building Takes Shape at Hollywood Studios The skyline...
Universal & Epic Universe Strategy
- 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...
- New Counter Service Restaurant Coming to Disney’s BoardWalk in Today's Daily Recap for 9/24/2026 The latest edition of the Disney Files magazine has teased a new quick-service dining location coming to...
- ParkStop Podcast: Episode 91 – Halloween Horror Nights 35 Our review for all ten haunted...