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Trending: Atlantic Dance Hall Ending Normal Operations at Disney's BoardWalk · Disney Vacation Club Moonlight Magic Dates Added at EPCOT and Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort · Permanent Closure of Single Rider Line for Expedition Everest, Legend of the Forbidden Mountain · Disney Names NEW Chief Technology Officer With Major AI Experience Latest developments: Atlantic Dance Hall is winding down normal operations at Disney's BoardWalk as the location transitions to a special event venue ahead of the October 1 opening of Hurly-Burly jazz club. Meanwhile, Disney Vacation Club members have more after hours opportunities to look forward to, as three Moonlight Magic events have been added to the 2026 calendar for EPCOT and Animal Kingdom, bringing free food, low crowds, and rare character meet and greets in October, November, and December 2026. Over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Walt Disney World permanently closed the Single Rider line for Expedition Everest, Legend of the Forbidden Mountain on September 21, 2026, following months of testing and rumors. In corporate leadership news, The Walt Disney Company named Karandeep Anand as its Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, effective October 1, 2026, bringing significant experience in artificial intelligence and consumer technology to the senior leadership team. Trending topics updated · 3:15 PMDisney News Now · September 21 
Atlantic Dance Hall Ending Normal Operations at Disney's BoardWalk 
Bonus Moonlight Magic DVC Parties Coming to Disney World in Late 2026 Disney Names NEW Chief Technology Officer With Major AI Experience
- End of an Era: Disney Confirms Classic BoardWalk Nightspot Closing as New Lounge Takes Over Walt Disney World’s BoardWalk Resort is undergoing its most significant operational evolution in decades. Across Crescent Lake, sweeping updates have transformed the promenade’s dining, retail, and entertainment footprint. Now, Disney has officially confirmed another major change along the waterfront promenade: Atlantic Dance Hall is ending regular...
- NEWS: One Restaurant Is Mobile Order ONLY This Week in Disney World One of the best parts about staying at a Disney World hotel has to be all of the food around the resorts. Especially at the Deluxe Resorts, which have a plethora of fantastic dining options to choose from. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge But...
- 3 Things I Regret Impulse Buying in EPCOT Disney World is FULL of unique souvenirs — park-specific merch? They’ve got it. Resort-specific merch? Of course they carry that! Singing pumpkins? Happy Halloween! Interactive Star Wars puppets? Coming soon! The list goes on and on! It’s the singing pumpkin!...
- Photos Reveal Construction Progress for NEW Magic Kingdom Rides and Expansion It’s certainly no secret that Magic Kingdom is changing in a major way, with the upcoming additions of Villains Land and Piston Peak National Park. Piston Peak National Park...
- Atlantic Dance Hall Ending Normal Operations at Disney's BoardWalk As Hurly-Burly jazz club prepares to open on October 1 at Disney’s BoardWalk, the Atlantic Dance Hall is winding down to become a special event venue. Atlantic Dance Hall Closing for Regular Operations The Walt Disney World website now notes the end of normal operations at Atlantic Dance...
- New Generic Medallions Replace Railroad-Themed Designs at Magic Kingdom Train Station Machine The rollout of new medallions across Walt Disney World has reached a Magic Kingdom landmark, and the design choices are surprisingly generic for the setting. Generic Medallions at Magic Kingdom Train Station While the machine itself has not been replaced, it has been updated to reflect the...
- This Popular Single Rider Line Is GONE at Disney World If you’ve been following Disney World news closely over the past few months, then you know there have been a lot of changes in one Animal Kingdom line. Expedition Everest Recently, Disney has changed the way they load guests on...
- Photos: New Official Disney Pin Trading Bags at Walt Disney World Disney pin traders have a new way to show off and keep their favorite collectibles safe while exploring the parks. A new lineup of official Disney Parks Pin Trading Bags has arrived at Walt Disney World, offering several sizes for collectors looking to keep their pins organized and on display.The...
- Disneyland Update – Nothing’s Safe in Tomorrowland, Off-Season Cutbacks, and What a Tart It’s been a month since Disney announced it’s rebuilding Tomorrowland, and we’ve spent that month thinking about what it actually means for the rides you already know. Short version: we wouldn’t assume any of them are safe. That’s where we start this week. There’s plenty after that....
- Disney Vacation Club Moonlight Magic Dates Added at EPCOT and Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort Disney has added three Disney Vacation Club Moonlight Magic Dates at EPCOT and Disney’s Animal Kingdom in October and November. Disney Vacation Club Moonlight Magic Dates Moonlight Magic is happening at EPCOT on October 15, 2026. Meanwhile, the dates for Animal Kingdom are November 30, 2026, and...
- Walt Disney World Teases More PhotoPass Attraction Magic Coming Soon Walt Disney World Resort has revealed that more PhotoPass content will be coming soon to attractions in the parks. More PhotoPass Magic Coming Soon In a new post highlighting PhotoPass, Disney teased that “even more PhotoPass attraction magic is on its way… stay tuned!” However, it was...
- Disney Files Magic Kingdom Construction Permits for Tomorrowland Terrace & DVC Lounge Disney filed construction permits for Tomorrowland Terrace and McKim’s Mile House, the Disney Vacation Club Member lounge at Magic Kingdom. Magic Kingdom Construction Permits The Tomorrowland Terrace permit is for “General Construction” at 1355 Monorail Way, the Tomorrowland Terrace address. It was filed by Disney’s Facility Asset...
- Grand Canyon Diorama Reopens With Updated Lighting & Sound Effects on Disneyland Railroad Refurbishment is complete on the Grand Canyon diorama visible aboard the Disneyland Railroad. The lighting and sound effects were updated. Grand Canyon Diorama The Grand Canyon is on the leg of the railroad between Tomorrowland and Main Street, U.S.A. During the diorama’s refurbishment, black walls and animal...
- The New Must-Have Disney Halloween Souvenir Just Dropped Online Are you obsessed with Disney and things that give you a bit of nostalgia?! If that sounds like you, then you are seriously going to want to see this new Disney Halloween find. ©Amazon This new little ghost reminds us of the old blow molds that...
- Frontierland Was Just the Beginning: Disney World Quietly Launches Multi-Year Adventureland Project The Walt Disney World Resort is in the midst of the most transformative building boom in Magic Kingdom history. For months, theme park fans and industry analysts have kept their eyes fixed firmly on the massive bulldozers, drained waterways, and rising steel skeletons in Frontierland. But...
- EPCOT Is CROWDED Today and That Can Only Mean ONE Thing… Do you remember the 21st night of September? Because it’s time to celebrate over at EPCOT! Crowds! Every year on September 21st, EPCOT plays the song “September” all day long at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. It’s an awesome...
- Walt Disney World Teasing New PhotoPass Experiences Part of any special vacation is capturing the experience in pictures. A Walt Disney World vacation has the photos covered thanks to PhotoPass. It lets the resort take care of actually taking and managing the pictures, and all the guests have to do is smile. It's a great way to...
- How Joe Schott's Disney Journey Will Influence Walt Disney World's Future When Joe Schott first joined Walt Disney World as a part-time Jungle Cruise skipper, he could not have known that the role would begin a Disney career spanning nearly 45 years, several continents and some of the company's most complex vacation businesses. The Orlando native would eventually help guide Disney...
- Disneyland Resort Update for September 21, 2026 It’s a good week to plan your next Disneyland visit | Magic Happens floats return to Disneyland | Tickets still available to D23 Oogie Boogie Bash | This and That
- Vintage 'Metropolis' Penny Arcade Mutoscope Removed From Walt Disney World Railroad Station at Magic Kingdom One of the old Penny Arcade machines is currently missing from the Main Street, U.S.A. train station at Magic Kingdom. Main Street Train Station Penny Arcade Machines The Main Street Penny Arcade at Magic Kingdom closed back in 1995 and several of its machines, including Mutoscopes, were...
- Walt Disney World Files Adventureland Permit With Two-Year Expiration Date at Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World has filed a permit with a two-year expiration date in the Adventureland area of Magic Kingdom. Adventureland Permit The permit contracts MLC Theming, Inc. for “General Construction” at 4851 Caribbean Way, which is linked to the Adventureland Popcorn Cart. Guests can find this snack location...
- Mystery Attraction and Character-Themed Disney Doorables Arrive at Disneyland Resort Mystery attraction and character-themed Disney Doorables are now available at Disneyland Resort. Attraction-Themed Mystery Disney Doorables – $24.99 There are three different attraction-themed Disney Doorables available in this mystery set: it’s a small world, The Haunted Mansion, and Jungle Cruise. On the back, there are photos of...
- REVIEW: One-Day Supernova Sip in Celebration of September 21 at EPCOT Disappoints We reviewed the Supernova Sip, which launched at EPCOT for one day only—in celebration of Earth, Wind and Fire’s 1978 hit “September.” It’s available at Connections Cafe on September 21 only. Supernova Sip – $6.49 Available with Maker’s Mark Kentucky Straight Bourbon for $17. The drink consists...
- Everything Is Different at the BoardWalk in Disney World Right Now Keeping up with everything new happening at Disney World has basically become a full-time job at this point (that’s where we come in!) Hurly-Burly The parks are getting entirely new lands, major expansions are breaking ground, fresh rides are headed our way, and...
- NEW Disney Snack Blind Boxes Have Landed Online Here at Disney Food Blog, it goes without saying that we love the Disney Parks, and we love Disney food, so together, they’re ten times more magical! These little guys are SO cute! If you’re also a Disney...
- Bonus Moonlight Magic DVC Parties Coming to Disney World in Late 2026 Moonlight Magic is returning to Walt Disney World, with bonus dates at EPCOT and Animal Kingdom in October, November and December 2026! During these free after hours parties, DVC members can enjoy low crowds, rides with minimal wait times, rare character meet & greets, exclusive entertainment, and free food. This...
- When You Can Watch The 3 NEWEST Movies on Disney+ We love that on Disney+, you can watch all of your favorite Disney TV shows and movies all in one place! And we always get so excited whenever a new Disney movie finally makes its way from theaters onto streaming. ©Disney Which is...
- Fountain & Facade Progress in Tropical Americas at Disney's Animal Kingdom More themed walls are visible in Tropical Americas as crews continue work on the façades of Antonio’s Fiesta de Encanto and Indiana Jones and the Myth of the Jade Serpent. These photos are by aerial photographer bioreconstruct on X. Tropical Americas Construction In the overview above, the...
- Refurbishment Progress Continues on The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure at Disney California Adventure A section of the attraction building for The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure at Disney California Adventure Park is now uncovered, revealing scaffolding and black scrim. The post Refurbishment Progress Continues on The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure at Disney California...
- Third-Party Pin Trading App Blames Meta for AI Ad Altering Creator's Likeness Following $85,000 Legal Demand The third-party Pin Trading App has responded to allegations of AI misuse claiming the ad in question was created by an auto-enabled Meta feature. Creator Ends Relationship With Unofficial Pin Trading App Last week, Disney content creator catonmainstreet_ posted a video saying the Pin Trading App (which...
- Full List of New Disney Parks Ornaments You Can Get Online I have a confession to make: I’m a sucker for Disney ornaments. My Christmas tree is dedicated JUST to Disney ornaments, and I’m probably going to have to get a bigger tree soon because I’m running out of space for more. But with that being said, I’m pretty picky about...
- FULL LIST of Disney Visa Cardmember Perks You Can Still Use in Disney World Did you know that there’s a credit card that you can get for FREE Disney perks? That’s right! The Disney Visa Card offers three tiers — Standard (no annual fee), Premier ($49 annual fee), and Inspire ($149 annual fee) — that can get you exclusive Disney perks!
- Disney World Is Hiring THOUSANDS of New Cast Members Have you ever dreamed of working for Disney? Becoming a Disney World Cast Member is a dream come true for so many people, but it’s not every day that Disney is looking to hire folks in roles at the parks.
- Tiana, Ariel, and More Disney Princesses Featured on Postcard Set at Walt Disney World Disney Princess portraits by artist Dylan Bonner are available as postcards at Walt Disney World. The post Tiana, Ariel, and More Disney Princesses Featured on Postcard Set at Walt Disney World appeared first on WDW News Today.
- Test Car Arrives, More Theming Added at Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift in Universal Studios Florida A test car has arrived at Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift in Universal Studios Florida. Crews have also added more shipping container theming and steel to the new roller coaster. All the photos below are by photographer bioreconstruct on X. Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift Test Car...
- Disney Donates $100,000 to Gorilla Conservation Groups to Honor Animal Kingdom Silverback Bakari In honor of World Gorilla Day on September 24 and the arrival of Bakari the silverback gorilla at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, The Walt Disney Company will donate $100,000 to support three gorilla organizations. Gorilla Grant The money will go to GRACE (the Gorilla Rehabilitation and Conservation Education...
- DFB Video: We Tried EVERY Snack in Disney Springs — Here’s What’s Actually Worth It From the new and noteworthy to the tried and true…. September DOLE Whip Flight We’ve tasted EVERY snack around the Disney Springs shopping district to find out WHICH ones are actually worth your money. Check out our...
- Disney’s Secret Construction Project: Why a Multi-Story Building Is Rising Backstage at Magic Kingdom Cranes and heavy machinery are currently dominating the skyline at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. While theme park fans have been tracking the high-profile land clearing for Piston Peak National Park and Villains Land, recent aerial updates have revealed an unexpected new development:...
- FLASH SALE! This Disney Souvenir Is Only $9 On Amazon Now Okay, we need to talk — because there’s a flash sale on Disney souvenirs happening on Amazon right now, and it is dangerously good. No park ticket, no standing in line at the Emporium, no fighting your way through the crowds on Main Street, U.S.A. Just pure, unbothered shopping from...
- A NEW Restaurant Opens at Disney World NEXT WEEK If you’ve been following along with Disney news over the past few months, you know there are a ton of new projects and exciting experiences opening in Disney World over the next several years. Hurly-Burly We’ve got Piston Peak in...
- New Merchandise Arrivals at Disney Store September 20-26 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...
- Mandalorian & Grogu T-Shirt, Trinket Tray, Backpack at Walt Disney World Walt Disney World has a new embroidered t-shirt, trinket tray, and backpack inspired by The Mandalorian and Grogu. We found the tee and tray at Tatooine Traders in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The backpack was in Black Spire Outfitters in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. The Mandalorian and Grogu...
- Wheelhouse Installed on Fourth Magic Kingdom Ferryboat, World of Disney Stitch Statue Spotted Aerial photographer bioreconstruct checked up on Walt Disney World’s North Marina, where a new Magic Kingdom ferryboat is under construction. He also spotted the Stitch statue from World of Disney, which was removed almost two months ago. Ferryboat Construction Construction of the 120-foot ferryboat has moved into...
- Walt Disney Imagineering Files Permit for Glob Theater Signage in Monstropolis Walt Disney Imagineering filed a permit for new signage to be installed at the Glob Theater, the former MuppetVision 3D theater in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Glob Theater Sign The permit calls for Sign Producers Inc. to “Install signage” at 365 Cypress Dr., the address of the theater....
- The Mara Dining Room at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge Closing for Maintenance Beginning Monday, the food court and dining room of The Mara at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge are closed for maintenance. Guests can still mobile order, though. The Mara at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge The food court and dining room will be closed from September 21 to 25....
- Multi-Story Mystery Building Rises Backstage at Magic Kingdom New aerial photos from friend of the site Bioreconstruct show a multi-story building taking shape backstage at Magic Kingdom. It sits behind the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction, next to one of the parade warehouses west of Adventureland. It’s unclear what the building will be...
- Disney World Adds Animal Kingdom Lodge Projects to Refurbishment Calendar for 2026-2027 Walt Disney World has announced new resort refurbishment projects (plural) for Animal Kingdom Lodge, encompassing both Jambo House and Kidani Village, that run for the remainder of 2026 in addition to what’s already ongoing through Winter 2027. This shares details, plus our commentary about the impacts of the work and...
- New Silver Dollar City festival brings 1,000 live performances and comfort cooking Silver Dollar City is setting the stage for a spring filled with country music, shared meals and reasons to stay awhile. Country Music & Comfort Cooking runs April 1-May 3, 2027. The post New Silver Dollar City festival brings 1,000 live performances...
- "Laughing Place On Location:" Jeremiah Draws New Adventures at The Magic of Disney Animation This week, Laughing Place On Location draws new memories at Walt Disney World’s new The Magic of Disney Animation experience. What’s Happening:In our weekly web series, Laughing Place On Location, Laughing Place reporters take you wherever the action is in and around the world of Disney.This week, Jeremiah takes you...
- Tokyo Disneyland Attraction Rankings In 2018, we went to Tokyo Disney Resort for the first time and fell in love with the place. Tokyo DisneySea rightfully steals the headlines but Tokyo Disneyland is no slouch, with wonderful entertainment, an impressive attraction roster and the right amount of weird. In the years since,...
- 5 things to know before seeing ‘Avengers: Endgame Encore’ “Avengers: Endgame” is returning to theaters with new footage, a preview of “Avengers: Doomsday” and different experiences depending on where audiences see it. Here are some important details to know before assembling into the theater. The post 5 things to know before...
- Latest Aerial Developments Across the Massive Magic Kingdom Expansion for Piston Peak and Villains Land New Aerial Views From Bioreconstruct Show Massive Progress on Piston Peak and Villains Land at Magic Kingdom...
- New Oktoberfest-Themed Banners Installed at Biergarten Restaurant in EPCOT New Oktoberfest Banners Bring Even More Bavarian Flair to Biergarten at EPCOT Biergarten Restaurant at EPCOT is looking even more festive, with colorful new Oktoberfest-themed banners now decorating...
- Disney World Set to Add 5000 New Jobs in the Next 5 Years Walt Disney World Plans to Add 5,000 Jobs in Central Florida Over Next Five Years Walt Disney World is preparing for some serious...
- Mickey Mouse ‘The Haunted House’ Starbucks Tumblers Arrive at Disney Store WDWNT LLC may be compensated if you make a purchase using certain links in this article. Two new Disney Store exclusive Starbucks tumblers inspired by Walt Disney’s 1929 short The Haunted House are now available, featuring artwork inspired by the classic Mickey Mouse cartoon. Mickey Mouse 24...
- Full List of What's Coming to Disney+ in October 2026 Disney+ has announced the lineup of programs coming in October 2026. Highlights include the season 2 premiere of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+ and the series premiere of VisionQuest. Coming Soon to Disney+ in October 2026 October 1 October 2 October 3 October 4 October 5 October 6 October...
- Disney World Budgeting Spreadsheet: A Simple Way to Plan Your Vacation Our Disney World Budgeting Spreadsheet gives you one place to organize your vacation expenses, compare different options, and track your spending. Use it to build a budget before your trip and keep track of actual expenses while you’re there. The post Disney...
- Disney Grandfather Clock Blind Box Pin Set at BoxLunch Disney Grandfather Clock Blind Box Pin Set at BoxLunch Here is a look at the new Disney Grandfather Clock blind box pin set at BoxLunch! The price is $12.90 per box/pin. Released in September 2026. Click here...
- Aurora & Maleficent Sleeping Beauty Fairytale Fantasy Pin at PinAPalooza Aurora & Maleficent Sleeping Beauty Fairytale Fantasy Pin at PinAPalooza Here is a look at the new Aurora & Maleficent Sleeping Beauty Fairytale Fantasy pin at PinAPalooza! Limited edition of 300 and the price is...
- Pin Trading Collector Magazine Issue #2 Now Available Pin Trading Collector Magazine Issue #2 Now Available Here is a look at the second issue of the new Pin Trading Collector magazine. The second issue covers April to June 2026 pin releases and ships now. It is...
- Disney Plans to Add 5,000 Jobs in Central Florida Over Next Five Years Walt Disney World Resort plans to add 5,000 jobs in Central Florida over the next five years, according to a report from WESH 2. The hiring push comes as the company continues to change after recent corporate restructuring and layoffs under CEO Josh D’Amaro. WDWNT previously reported...
- Pink 'Coco' Soccer Jersey Arrives at Disneyland for Hispanic & Latin American Heritage Month A Coco soccer jersey is the first item of new Disneyland Resort merchandise celebrating Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15). It also comes a few weeks ahead of Día de Los Muertos, which guests can celebrate in the Coco-inspired Plaza de la...
- Cast of 'Holiday Ever After' Hallmark Movie Enjoy Walt Disney World On Day Off Walt Disney World shared a video of the cast of Hallmark’s Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True enjoying the parks on their day off from filming last winter. Holiday Ever After Cast at Walt Disney World The upcoming Hallmark Christmas movie was filmed at...
- New Crane Towers Over Piston Peak for Construction on Magic Kingdom’s Massive Expansion Walt Disney World continues making progress on the Cars and Villains Lands in Magic Kingdom, with one of the defining features of Piston Peak National Park taking shape: a waterway replacing the Rivers of America. New aerial photos reveal the first vertical retaining wall that’ll divide the new landscape. Here’s...
- Muppets, Mike, & The Mouse Himself Featured on Individual Buttons Available for Purchase at Disneyland Resort An assortment of buttons featuring Mickey, Buzz and Woody, Belle, Beaker and Honeydew, and more are now available starting today, September 15, 2026, at Disneyland Resort. The post Muppets, Mike, & The Mouse Himself Featured on Individual Buttons Available for Purchase at...
- Monstropolis Taking Shape with More Theming Installations at Disney's Hollywood Studios Aerial photos from bioreconstruct reveal that theming is being installed throughout Monstropolis as construction progresses at Walt Disney World. Monstropolis Taking Shape Muppets Courtyard continues to undergo its monstrous transformation into the Monsters, Inc. land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Aerial photographer bioreconstruct took a look at the...
- Complimentary 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' Jewelry Case Available with Pandora Purchase at Disneyland The Pandora jewelry location in La Mascarade d’Orleans at Disneyland Park is offering a new, exclusive, and free The Nightmare Before Christmas jewelry box with qualifying purchases. The Nightmare Before Christmas Jewelry Box The box, which is a Disney Parks-exclusive, is available with the purchase of $250+...
- Roof Rising Over Monsters, Inc. Door Coaster as Ride Path Takes Shape at Disney’s Hollywood Studios New aerial photos provide a clearer picture of how trains will travel through the massive Monsters, Inc. door coaster under construction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Monsters, Inc. Door Coaster Construction Aerial photographer bioreconstruct captured the latest views of the coaster show building, which continues to rise in...
- Is Disney Cutting Back? EPCOT Quietly Reduces Park Hours for Peak 2026 Christmas Season As millions of Disney World fans lock in their travel plans for the upcoming Christmas season, a subtle update to the official Walt Disney World operating calendar has caught parkgoers off guard. With operating hours now posted through late November 2026, Disney has quietly scaled back...
- BIG Changes Hit Disney World This Week — Here’s What You Missed Things are ALWAYS changing in Disney World! Lately, it feels like the parks are entirely new places thanks to upcoming projects like Villains Land, Piston Peak, Monsters Inc. Land, and more, and while that sometimes can be overwhelming, we’re here to...
- The 4 Best Disney Items To Buy at Target This September Target’s Disney merchandise lineup this September is operating completely randomly, bouncing from pumpkin-covered Disney Princess clothes to Mickey and Minnie kitchenware to a Rapunzel accessory set without even pretending there’s a connecting thread.
- REVIEW: Flatlands Bar & Grill Brings Fresh Florida Food to the West Side of Walt Disney World As invited media, WDWNT was provided with all food and beverages, so the following coverage was hosted free of charge. As always, WDWNT will still provide honest thoughts on all previewed items and our experience as described below. A new restaurant on the perimeter of Walt Disney...
- Disney Adults Are Racing to Amazon for This 46% Off Souvenir When you get the chance to save nearly 50% on an awesome Disney souvenir, you take it! Especially when it’s something like a Loungelfy! ©Amazon Where did the year go? We’re barreling towards the holiday season, which means our...
- Wax figures lose hair, break fingers and battle Florida humidity Wax figures lose hair, break fingers and struggle with Florida humidity, too. Meet the small team keeping Madame Tussauds Orlando’s celebrity collection ready for every close-up. The post Wax figures lose hair, break fingers and battle Florida humidity appeared first on
- REVIEW: Did We Just Find The Spookiest Drink Of The Season in Disney World? Spooky season is in full swing in Disney World, which means exclusive merch, fun decor, and of course, themed food and drinks. Spooky Spritz Well, we recently stopped by Disney Springs to try a new spooky drink, and it’s time...
- New Collectible Medallion Machines Arrive at Disney’s Animal Kingdom New collectible medallion machines have been spotted at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, offering a safari-themed set of Mickey and Friends designs. Animal Kingdom Safari Medallions The updated kiosk we found sits outside Riverside Depot, near the park entrance and exit. It stands next to a traditional souvenir coin...
- Aerial Views Show the Latest Developments Across Magic Kingdom’s Largest-Ever Expansion for Piston Peak and Villains Land The enormous construction zone for Piston Peak National Park and Villains Land now stretches from the former Rivers of America far into the backstage areas of Magic Kingdom. Aerial photographer bioreconstruct shared new photos offering an overview of the projects and several nearby infrastructure developments. Piston Peak...
- The 4 Best EPCOT Food And Wine Products For Disney World According To Our Testing The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is one of the best times of year to visit Disney World, but it can also be one of the most exhausting. The EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Between crisscrossing the World Showcase for global marketplace booths,...
- FULL TOUR of the Sister Suite at Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel The SongTeller Hotel in Nashville just opened, and we were blown away by the beauty, design, detail, and love poured into this hotel. Sister Suite This space was created by Dolly Parton as a love letter to music and the city of Nashville,...
- Building the Future of Magic: Inside Disney World’s Plan to Hire Thousands of Workers for Next-Gen Theme Park Lands The Walt Disney World Resort is standing on the precipice of its largest physical and operational transformation in decades. With billions of dollars in multi-year capital investments flowing into Central Florida following a historic 15-year development agreement, Disney is preparing to break ground on groundbreaking lands,...
- More Disney Layoffs Happening at End of September, Industry Insider Confirms A report from Puck News confirms the Walt Disney Company will have more layoffs in late September and shares the affected departments. Disney Layoffs Happening at End of Month The information comes from Puck News journalist Matthew Belloni, who noted the layoff rumors in his “What I’m...
- Disney Pin Trading App Uses AI to Alter Woman’s Appearance Without Permission for Ad, Constantly Stealing Photos & Stories from Others Allegations of AI misuse and unauthorized content have mounted against the third-party Pin Trading App following a Disney influencer’s discovery of an advertisement featuring her likeness altered with AI. Creator Ends Relationship With Unofficial Pin Trading App Disney content creator catonmainstreet_ says the Pin Trading App (which...
- Disney Villains Don Custom Ponchos for Rainy-Day Parades in Tokyo Disneyland Disney Villains have a flair for the fabulous, and that extends even to staying dry: recent videos from Tokyo Disneyland show characters wearing elaborate, custom-made ponchos during a rainy-day performance of the seasonal Villains’ Halloween Into the Frenzy Parade. Disney Villains Debut Custom Ponchos in Tokyo Instagram...
- Did Disney World “Miss the Mark” on Its NEW Hotel Rooms? Some Fans Think So Disney World has a brand-new hotel coming in 2027, and while there’s plenty to be excited about, some Disney Vacation Club fans have already found one detail they really don’t love. Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge is set to open on July 1st, 2027,...
- On-Air Smoking and Controversial Jokes: Has Pat McAfee Become Untouchable at Disney? For decades, The Walt Disney Company built its multi-billion-dollar media empire on a single foundational pillar: an unyielding commitment to family-friendly entertainment. Whether managing dress codes at Disneyland, monitoring guest language at Walt Disney World, or enforcing strict morality clauses for on-air talent across its broadcast...
- Disney’s New NFL Collab Is ALREADY Selling Out! Do we have any NFL fans out there? If so, then this new collection is 100% calling your name! ©Disney There’s a new collection online that is perfect for fans of the NFL who also love Disney through and...
- My #1 Cheap Hotel for Disney World Weekend Warriors There’s only one Walt Disney World Annual Pass that most out-of-state fans can purchase, the $1,600+ Incredi-Pass. If you’re an out of state tourist who has debated buying this AP for WDW weekend warrior trips, this is for you. Consider it a cautionary tale or inspiration, as the case may be....
- Disney World Quietly Sets Earlier EPCOT Closing for 2026 Christmas Season Walt Disney World has posted hours to the calendar through Thanksgiving 2026 at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios & Animal Kingdom, and extended hours next month. This covers the changes, with the most notable being a quiet cutback to Festival of the Holidays, plus zig when they zag strategy for...
- Brand New Shows Are Coming To TWO Disney Parks Here at Disney Food Blog, we follow Disney news all around the world. Typically, we update you on Disney World and Disneyland, but we can’t forget about all the exciting news and experiences in the International Parks as well.
- Mickey and Friends Disney Parks Foods Mystery Figures Available Online at Disney Store WDWNT LLC may be compensated if you make a purchase using certain links in this article. New Mickey Mouse and Friends Disney Parks Foods Mystery Figures are now available online at Disney Store. Mickey Mouse and Friends Disney Parks Foods Mystery Figure – $14.99 Each of the...
- The Disney+ Change We’ve Been Dreading Is Finally Here We’ve got some pretty wild news for Disney+ subscribers. ©Disney If you’re a subscriber, you likely know that there are different tiers to the plan — you can pay a lower price to see your favorite shows and movies but experience ads every...
- 7-Eleven Had “Bring Your Own Cup Day,” and This Disney Sipper Changed The Game Every year, there’s an exciting day that happens at 7-Eleven, and it’s a great way to save some money while also taking part in something super fun. We’re ready for Bring Your Own Cup day! Once a year, 7-Eleven has a Bring Your...
- “Just Keep It Scary.” Fans Have One BIG Request for These New Disney World Rides Disney World is making A LOT of changes, and it’s not only in their theme parks or resorts — but they’re also making changes to the My Disney Experience app, too! ©Disney These changes can...
- Bob Gurr's Scooter 'Confiscated' While Attempting to Board Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Disneyland Disney Legend Bob Gurr spent decades designing revolutionary transportation, but the First Order apparently doesn’t recognize his authority over even his own vehicle. Bob Gurr Resists the First Order A humorous interaction caught on video and shared on Bob Gurr’s official Instagram shows the retired Walt Disney...
- Walt Disney Studios Merchandise Arrives at The Magic of Disney Animation Walt Disney Studios Merchandise Arrives at Hollywood Studio A new retro-inspired Walt Disney Studios merchandise collection is coming to The Magic of Disney Animation...
- Behind The Scenes Look At Disney’s Newest Cruise Ship Here at Disney Food Blog, we keep you updated on all things Disney! From Disney World, Disneyland, new snacks, exciting experiences, Disney Cruise Line, and more. And Disney Cruise Line just dropped some exciting news and...
- New Villains Medallion and 'Beauty and the Beast' Pressed Penny Machines Available at Disney's Hollywood Studios New pressed penny and medallion machines featuring Disney characters are now available at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We found them at Once Upon a Time in Sunset Boulevard. Disney Villains Medallion Machine This new machine features four medallions with Disney Villains on them, including Jafar from Aladdin, the...
- Coral Reef Restaurant Reopening Much Earlier Than Expected at EPCOT Coral Reef Restaurant is reopening well ahead of the date Disney World published earlier this month. The EPCOT dining venue was set to return November 4th after closing September 8th for planned maintenance, as we reported when the November date first surfaced. Operating hours now show a reopening...
- Latest Aerial Look at Monsters Inc. Door Vault Roller Coaster Construction New aerial photos offer the clearest overhead look yet at the Monsters Inc. Door Vault roller coaster show building at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The images show a dense grid of structural steel, sections of roof decking, and multiple cranes still active across the site. We previously shared aerial photos...
- Best Disney Advent Calendars for Christmas 2026 Disney Advent Calendars are a great way to count down to Christmas with seasonal stories, holiday gifts, and other fun in the 24 days leading up to December 25th. We’ve down these for a while, but are doing more now that we have a daughter. This lists the best LEGO,...
- Lucasfilm Officially Reimagines ‘Star Wars’ Classic as Three-Part Story Lucasfilm’s 50th-anniversary plans aren’t limited to bringing the original Star Wars movie back to theaters. The studio is preparing a particularly busy celebration around Star Wars (1977), with projects spanning movies, comics, exhibitions, and publishing. There’s Star Wars: Gobaith Newydd, the Welsh-language version of A New Hope arriving on...
- Next ‘Jurassic World’ Movie May Have Hinted at Lex and Tim’s Long-Awaited Return The next Jurassic World movie has a lot of ground to cover. Jurassic World Rebirth (2025) left the franchise in an unusual position after establishing that the dinosaurs that had spread around the globe were once again in serious decline. That came after Jurassic World Dominion (2022) had presented...
- Toy Story 5 Character Blind Box Hinge Pin Set at BoxLunch Toy Story 5 Character Blind Box Hinge Pin Set at BoxLunch Here is a look at the new Disney Pixar Toy Story 5 Character blind box hinge pin set at BoxLunch! The price is $16.90 per...
- Aulani Disney Resort & Spa 15th Anniversary Pin Aulani Disney Resort & Spa 15th Anniversary Pin Here is a look at the new Aulani Disney Resort 15th Anniversary pin! Limited release and the price is $25. Released in September 2026. This pin features Mickey...
- Halloween 2026 Club 33 Pins at Walt Disney World Halloween 2026 Club 33 Pins at Walt Disney World Here is a look at the new Halloween 2026 Club 33 exclusive pins that released in August 2026 at Walt Disney World! View more Club...
- Disney Villain Book & Bookmark Blind Box Pin Set at BoxLunch Disney Villain Book & Bookmark Blind Box Pin Set at BoxLunch Here is a look at the new Disney Villain Book & Bookmark blind box pin set at BoxLunch! The price is $16.90 per box of...
- Maleficent & Hades Disney Pin Releases at DPB Store Maleficent & Hades Disney Pin Releases at DPB Store Here is a look at our new Maleficent Dragon and Hades with Pain & Panic pin releases at DPB Store! Exclusive to Disney Pins Blog, officially licensed by...
- Muppets Haunted Mansion 5th Anniversary Pins at Mickey’s of Glendale Muppets Haunted Mansion 5th Anniversary Pins at Mickey’s of Glendale Here is a look at the new Muppets Haunted Mansion 5th Anniversary surprise WDI pin release at Mickey’s of Glendale! Available starting on Tuesday, September 15, 2026,...
- DPB Podcast Episode #400 | Disney Pin News – September 2026 Week 3 DPB Podcast Episode #400 | Disney Pin News – September 2026 Week 3 Join Ryan for your September 2026 week 3 Disney Pin news! Here are a few of the topics discussed: View previous episodes of the DPB Podcast! -Disney Pins...
- New Star Wars The Mandalorian and Grogu Pins at Disney Store New Star Wars The Mandalorian and Grogu Pins at Disney Store Here is a look at the new Star Wars The Mandalorian and Grogu pins at DisneyStore.com! Open edition and the price is $14.99 each. Available starting on Tuesday,...
- Walt Disney’s Wonderful World of Color 65th Anniversary Mini Jumbo Pin at Disney Store Walt Disney’s Wonderful World of Color 65th Anniversary Mini Jumbo Pin at Disney Store Here is a look at the new Walt Disney’s Wonderful World of Color 65th Anniversary D23 exclusive mini...
- Thumper, Lightning McQueen & Huey Pin Trader’s Delight – September 15, 2026 Thumper, Lightning McQueen & Huey Pin Trader’s Delight – September 15, 2026 New Pin Trader Delight sundae pins are available at Disney Studio Store Hollywood (DSSH) as of September 15, 2026. The...
- New Toy Story 5 Lilypad Installed at Alien Swirling Saucers in Hollywood Studios Toy Story 5’s Lilypad Arrives at Alien Swirling Saucers in Hollywood...
- New Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Added to Test Track at EPCOT $221,000 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Rolls Into Test Track at EPCOT Test Track just added some serious horsepower to...
- Refurbished Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge is Now Open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge Reopens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios After Refurbishment The...
- Walt Disney Imagineering Files New Construction Permit for Polynesian Island Tower New Construction Permit Filed for Disney’s Polynesian Island Tower Something new may be in the works at Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows....
- Explore the Ink & Paint Merchandise at The Magic of Disney Animation Explore the Ink & Paint Merchandise Collection at Hollywood Studios Animation aficionados and theme park shoppers have a stylish reason to visit Disney’s...
- Plush Keychains Featuring Villain Sidekicks, Stitch as Disney Villains Now Available Online New plush keychains have been released online at the Disney Store, and they feature Disney Villains and their sidekicks. The keychains were originally made for Disney Store Japan. Stitch as Jafar Plush Keychain – $19.99 For this keychain, Stitch is dressed up like Jafar from Aladdin. He...
- VIDEO: New Preview of The D-Groovationz4 Live: Happy! Funky! Groovy! Tour Stage Show at Tokyo Disneyland Resort A new sneak peek at the upcoming D-Groovationz4 Live: Happy! Funky! Groovy! show at Tokyo Disneyland Resort has been released. New Happy! Funky! Groovy! Show Preview In the clip shared by the official Tokyo Disneyland Resort Instagram page, viewers got another look at Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse,...
- Photos: Lilypad Leaps to Alien Swirling Saucers Ahead of Disney's Hollywood Studios Debut A touch of Toy Story 5 is headed to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, as Lilypad arrives at Alien Swirling Saucers. What’s Happening:Earlier this week, Disney announced that Lilypad was making her way to Walt Disney World as a new addition to Alien Swirling Saucers at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Toy Story Land....
- Oogie Boogie, Zero, and ABC's 'Once Upon a Time' Coming to Disney Dreamlight Valley in Season of Scares Update Oogie Boogie is preparing to roll the dice in Disney Dreamlight Valley as part of the game’s new Season of Scares update. Disney Dreamlight Valley Season of Scares The Season of Scares update will launch on September 23, 2026, bringing six weeks of Halloween-themed quests, mini-games, and...
- 'Toy Story 5' Mystery Boxes & Balloon Figures Inspired by Stitch, Baymax, BB-8, and More at Disneyland Disneyland Resort has a new series of balloon-themed mystery figures inspired by Disney characters and icons, and another series based on Toy Story 5 characters. Balloon Mystery Figure – $14.99 There are six figures in the collection, each resembling a mylar balloon on a spiral white “string”...
- Hispanic Heritage Month Art Exhibit on Display at Orlando International Airport Orlando International Airport (MCO) is celebrating its 20th year of the Hispanic Heritage Month Art Exhibit, showcasing local artwork that celebrates Hispanic culture and heritage. Hispanic Heritage Month Art Exhibit at MCO This photo shared by MCO on X highlights artwork featured in the Unidos, Somos Más...
- Disney+ Rolls Out Mandatory Ads to Every Subscriber Disney+ is putting advertising in front of all viewers. The streaming service looked very different when it launched in 2019. Disney initially positioned Disney+ as a straightforward subscription platform without commercials, offering its library of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic titles under one monthly fee.
- HBO Severs Ties With ‘Harry Potter’ Theme Song, New Soundtrack Incoming HBO’s Harry Potter reboot is moving away from the music that defined the original film series. The upcoming television adaptation will begin its seven-book retelling with Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone this Christmas. The first season runs for eight episodes, with Dominic McLaughlin, Alastair Stout, and Arabella Stanton playing...
Theme Park News & Rumors
- Disney World Railroad Replacement Confirmed, More Details Revealed Walt Disney World Resort has made yet another change to the Walt Disney World Railroad station on...
- Disney Confirms Another BoardWalk Closure: One of Disney World’s Last Late-Night Spots Closing to Guests Disney’s BoardWalk Resort is undergoing a broad period of refurbishment and new development. From refurbished guest rooms...
- Disney's Atlantic Dance Hall Closing For Regular Operations as Hurly-Burly Debuts on The BoardWalk Atlantic Dance Hall ends its regular Friday-Saturday-Sunday schedule on September 27, 2026, shifting...
- New 2026 Disney Vacation Club Moonlight Magic Dates Added at EPCOT and Animal Kingdom DVC has added three new 2026 Moonlight Magic dates: EPCOT on October 15...
- 2026 Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend: New Updates and Race Guide The 2026 Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend runs October 23-25, with the...
- NEWS: One Restaurant Is Mobile Order ONLY This Week in Disney World One Disney World hotel restaurant is only available on Mobile Order this week.
- 3 Things I Regret Impulse Buying in EPCOT Buy these things on Amazon instead of in the Disney World parks.
- Photos Reveal Construction Progress for NEW Magic Kingdom Rides and Expansion We've got a new look at Piston Peak construction in Magic Kingdom.
- This Popular Single Rider Line Is GONE at Disney World Single Rider has officially been removed from Expedition Everest in Animal Kingdom.
- Extra Hours Confirmed for Animal Kingdom and EPCOT at Walt Disney World Walt Disney World is giving Disney Vacation Club members more opportunities to experience two theme parks after...
Latest Walt Disney Photos
- Disneyland Update – Nothing's Safe in Tomorrowland, Off-Season Cutbacks, and What a Tart It's been a month since Disney announced it's rebuilding Tomorrowland, and we've spent...
- Walt Disney Imagineering Files New Construction Permit for Polynesian Island Tower New Construction Permit Filed for Disney's Polynesian Island Tower Something new may be...
- Photos: Lilypad Leaps to Alien Swirling Saucers Ahead of Disney's Hollywood Studios Debut A touch of Toy Story 5 is headed to Disney's Hollywood Studios, as...
- PHOTOS: Construction Has Taken Over Disneyland Resort! Happy Saturday from Disneyland Resort! There are so...
- PHOTOS: Hurly-Burly’s Entrance Marquee Completed as Restaurant Opening Looms If you have been reading along here at MickeyBlog, you know that we have been closely following the development of...
- PHOTOS: Original Belle Paige O’Hara Visits Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Tour She’s our guest! Disney’s Beauty and the Beast welcomed a special guest during its current Las Vegas engagement. Paige...
- PHOTOS: Dreamfinder & Dr. Seeker Removed From Germany Mini Railway at EPCOT It’s the most wonderful time of the year to visit EPCOT’s Germany Pavilion! No, we’re not talking about Christmas—
- PHOTOS: EPCOT’s Sea Urchins Celebrate the Food & Wine Festival With Adorable Hats As the 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival rolls on, the park keeps coming alive with new flavors, experiences, and...
- This Popular Disney Bar Is Under Construction, But It's Still Open! Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar looks different, but it's still open for busines
- Photos: A Haunting New Halloween Collection Inspired by 'The Skeleton Dance' and “The Haunted House” Arrives at Magic Kingdom Disney's spookiest season is getting a delightfully vintage twist at Walt Disney World,...
Universal & Epic Universe Strategy
- Test Car Arrives, More Theming Added at Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift in Universal Studios Florida A test car has arrived at Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift in Universal Studios Florida. Crews have...
- Skull Island: Reign of Kong Single Rider Line Replaced by Free Express Ticket at Universal Islands of Adventure in Today's Daily Recap for 9/19/2026 “Magic Happens” parade floats make their way to Disneyland ahead of 2027 return, Disney’s Grand Floridian has...
- Disney Pin Trading App Uses AI to Alter Woman’s Appearance Without Permission for Ad in Today's Daily Recap for 9/20/2026 Bob Gurr’s scooter “confiscated” while attempting to board Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Disneyland, more...
- Disney Pin Trading App Uses AI to Alter Woman’s Appearance Without Permission for Ad in Today's Daily Recap for 9/20/2026 Bob Gurr’s scooter “confiscated” while attempting to board Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Disneyland, more...
- Skull Island: Reign of Kong Single Rider Line Replaced by Free Express Ticket at Universal Islands of Adventure in Today's Daily Recap for 9/19/2026 “Magic Happens” parade floats make their way to Disneyland ahead of 2027 return, Disney’s Grand Floridian has...
- Royal Pacific’s Jake’s American Bar Is Now A Monster’s Paradise Inside the luxurious Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando, you’ll find Jake’s American Bar on the first...
- REVIEW: Is Fat One's Hot Dogs & Italian Ice at Universal CityWalk Orlando a Must-Eat or a Fuhgeddaboutit? Joey Fatone’s Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice opened at Universal CityWalk on September 19, and...
- Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift Begins Pull-Through Ride Vehicle Testing at Universal Studios Florida Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift is entering a new phase of construction, with ride vehicles now being...
- PHOTOS: Grand Opening of Joey Fatone's Fat One’s Hot Dogs & Italian Ice at Universal Orlando CityWalk Joey Fatone has gone from performing at Universal Studios Florida to opening his very own restaurant at...
- Skull Island: Reign of Kong Single Rider Line Replaced by Free Express Ticket at Universal Islands of Adventure The Skull Island: Reign of Kong single rider queue at Universal Islands of Adventure is no longer...