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Trending: Disney World Water Park Transition Dates Announced · Universal Epic Universe Confirms New Dark Universe Indoor Roller Coaster · Disney World Extends Resort Future Stay Offer Through 2027 · Florida Resident Hotel Discounts Released for Early 2027 Latest developments: Walt Disney World has announced its upcoming water park transition, confirming that Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park will reopen on January 27, 2027, while Disney's Blizzard Beach closes for seasonal refurbishment on the same day. In theme park expansions, Universal Orlando Resort has confirmed that a new indoor roller coaster is under construction in Dark Universe at Universal Epic Universe, bringing an all-new Universal Monsters story to the land. Back at Walt Disney World, the resort has extended its Future Stay Offer through December 23, 2027, allowing eligible guests to save up to 35 percent on a return stay when booked within seven days of check-out at a Disney Resort hotel. Additionally, Walt Disney World released a new Florida Resident hotel discount for early 2027, offering savings of 20 to 30 percent off select resort hotel stays from January 3 to April 29, 2027. Universal Orlando Resort is changing the names and arrangement of their parking garage sections, introducing new IPs and removing old ones. Universal Orlando Updating Parking Garages Previously, each… A day after Walt Disney Imagineering walked fans through the new show sets at Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, we headed out to EPCOT to see them for ourselves. Our… Stitch recently got to witness a a guest proposal during his meet and greet in Magic Kingdom, and his reaction is priceless. Guests Get Engaged at Stitch Meet… The Toy Story Gingerbread House Bucket is now available at select locations across Walt Disney World for the holiday season. Toy Story Gingerbread House Bucket – $31.99 Includes… Walt Disney Imagineering shared a behind-the-scenes look at the Easter eggs and secrets behind the new show sets and animated queue scene at Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure in EPCOT.… Disneyland Paris is debuting new Christmas decorations throughout the theme parks, hotels, and Disney Village. Pinocchio Holiday Decorations at Au Chalet de la Marionnette Pinocchio-inspired quick-service restaurant Au… Walt Disney Imagineering President and Chief Creative Officer Bruce Vaughn is launching a new personal Substack publication called “The Curious Mind.” Bruce Vaughn Launches ‘The Curious Mind’ Substack… Lacey Chabert and Travis Van Winkle will meet fans for a free photo op at Ryan’s Hallmark Shop near Disney World on November 19, 2026, ahead of Holiday… Where else can you eat breakfast with Mickey, lunch with a princess, and dinner with Pooh and pals, all in one day? Only at Disney World, where meals… Could 2026 be Disney Jollywood Nights' best year yet? Explore new characters, entertainment, lounges and what makes this holiday event special. The post Could 2026 be Disney Jollywood… Disney World’s new holiday souvenirs launch today, and the Disney World website now shows what they cost. Prices are now posted for the Stitch Christmas Tree Sipper, the… Walt Disney World has released a new Florida Resident hotel offer for this spring, giving eligible guests the opportunity to save up to 30%. The... The post Florida… In 1958, only three years after Disneyland first opened, Julian Halevy wrote an unflattering piece The post Announcing Disneyland Insights: A Multimedia Kingdom of Hidden Magic & Behind… Universal Orlando announced today that a new roller coaster is coming to their latest park, Epic Universe. The attraction will be added to Dark Universe, the park’s land… Let our travel partners at Get Away Today help plan your 2027 visit to the Disneyland Resort with their Early Black Friday deals. With ticket specials, hotel packages… Disneyland Resort has new pullover sweatshirts featuring Winnie the Pooh and his friends, perfect for winter weather. Winnie the Pooh & Friends Sweatshirt – $59.99 An embroidered appliqué… Two unique Disney collectibles have arrived at Walt Disney World as part of the Disney Story Collection. The new merchandise includes a retro-inspired television that brings classic Disney… EPCOT’s Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure recently had some prop upgrades, and Walt Disney Imagineering is bringing fans behind the scenes of the new sets.What’s Happening:Back in November of 2025,… Whiskey lovers can look forward to another indulgent evening at Disney Springs as Enzo’s Hideaway brings back its popular Bootlegger’s Dinner series on December 10.What’s Happening:This five-course experience… If there's one thing that we all want after a trip to Walt Disney World, it's another trip to Walt Disney World. While those big trips often take… Disney’s Animal Kingdom is serving up some award-winning flavor! Two new menu creations combining iconic Walt Disney World snacks, churros and DOLE Whip, were born out of a… This morning, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin held a preview of the upcoming Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic, which we were invited out to… Walt Disney World Annual Passholders have even more reasons to celebrate the holiday season, with a collection of exclusive merchandise, specialty treats, photo opportunities, and discounts available throughout… Walt Disney World has filed a permit for unknown construction at Star Tours in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Star Tours Permit The permit contracts Engineering Design Services, a multi-discipline… A new limited-edition Citizen Watch inspired by the Avenger character, Dr. Doom, is now available online. Avengers Dr. Doom Citizen Watch – $495 The new limited edition supervillain-inspired… Disney Music Group is exploring creating lyric videos for some of their older IPs using OpenArt’s generative AI platform. AI Generated Lyric Videos OpenArt was one of five… A festive new addition to the lineup of Star Wars astromechs found on Batuu has arrived at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. R2-H16 Holiday Droid – $129.99 The R2-H16 Holiday… A new podcast about the Marvel series VisionQuest on Disney+ is set to premiere with the series’ season finale. VisionQuest Podcast Premiere The VisionQuest Official Podcast will bring… A newborn zebra foal has made her public debut at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, where she was spotted exploring the resort’s main savanna area alongside her mother. New… Tree of Life Awakenings Holiday Edition Returns to Disney’s Animal Kingdom November 13 The holidays are about to shine a little brighter at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Walt Disney… Disney World Water Park Swap Set as Typhoon Lagoon Returns and Blizzard Beach Closes Walt Disney World has announced its next water park rotation, with Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon… A day and night photo look at the 2026 Christmas decorations at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, from Echo Lake and Gertie to Toy Story Land and Hollywood Boulevard. Orbitkey has launched a villainously stylish new line of Disney Villains products, and I had the chance to check out a few of the designs.What’s Happening:Lifestyle brand Orbitkey… Ravensburger has announced a new card ban for Disney Lorcana, aiming to encourage more engaging gameplay and put Disney characters back at the center of the action.What's Happening:My… Disney has shared dates and details for an exclusive D23 event, Jolly Holiday on the Lot, returning this December. Jolly Holiday with D23 The annual D23 holiday celebration… The holiday season is beginning to take shape at the Disneyland Hotel, where a festive new rug and a colorful Sleeping Beauty Castle mural have appeared near the… Disney is making some unusual changes to its ticket prices in 2027. For years, the cost of visiting Disney’s theme parks has continued to climb. In October 2026,… Universal Orlando is replacing the classic Jaws, King Kong and Jurassic Park themes in its North Parking Garage with five new themes, including Trolls, Shrek and Minions. The… The holiday season is officially creeping into Walt Disney World, and one of Main Street, U.S.A.’s most beloved traditions has just gotten a festive wardrobe upgrade. Ahead of… Raisin, an adorable new Ankole calf, has officially made her public debut on Kilimanjaro Safaris, giving the savannah at Disney’s Animal Kingdom a brand-new resident! Animal care teams… Another Disney tradition is preparing for its final curtain call. Disney’s theme parks have built entire calendars around seasonal celebrations, with certain events becoming almost as popular as… Disney Eats announced the opening date for Bountiful Valley Brews, a new outdoor bar at Disney California Adventure. Bountiful Valley Brews Opening Bountiful Valley Brews will officially open… Universal Studios Hollywood has launched a new Annual Pass tier with even more benefits than the existing three. Universal Studios Hollywood Diamond Annual Pass The Diamond Annual Pass… This post contains sponsored content from Wait Time Signs. Missing the magic of the Disney Parks between vacations? What if you could check real-time attraction wait times, watch… An internal crisis is rattling The Walt Disney Company’s engineering and digital infrastructure. While public speculation swirls around another massive corporate belt-tightening that could wipe out thousands of… Starbucks kicked off its 2026 holiday menu today, and the festive drinks are already on the menu inside all four Walt Disney World theme parks. When we checked… Disney PhotoPass has revealed the festive Magic Shots and photo ops for guests attending this year’s Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Mickey & Minnie Mouse Available from most… Director Don Hall has returned to Walt Disney Animation Studios after just two years with Skydance Animation. He is working on an unannounced project. Don Hall Returns to… You can find Disney Loungeflys at the Disney Store and in the theme parks, but did you know you can find them at BoxLunch and Hot Topic? You… Few operational cuts in recent theme park history produced as much genuine heartache—or immediate traveler friction—as the quiet retirement of Disney’s Magical Express. For seventeen years, those bright… The Singing Spirits Pool Bar at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort is now temporarily closed for refurbishment, and we now have a reopening timeframe. Singing Spirits Pool Bar Closed… Fyre Drill, a How to Train Your Dragon water ride at Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort, will be closed for two days next week. Fyre Drill Closure… Under the Sea – Journey of The Little Mermaid will close early tonight, November 5, 2026, at Magic Kingdom. Under the Sea – Journey of The Little Mermaid… Burger King's 2026 Advent Calendar includes 12 miniature surprises, but only 550 will be available nationwide. Here's how to get one before they sell out. The post Only… Every year, we get kinda too obsessed with advent calendars. What can we say? Opening up tiny boxes as they count down to Christmas and getting little prizes… Christmas is back on Main Street USA. When we visited Magic Kingdom today, the Christmas tree was standing tall in Town Square, wreaths and garland lined the street… Show your love of Gertie the dinosaur with a new baseball cap available at Walt Disney World. Gertie Ball Cap – $32.99 The white hat features embroidered artwork… Get ’em while they last, runDisney fans! ©Disney The running shoe brand Brooks partners with runDisney to release limited-edition designs that celebrate the running journey, with nods to… Another night is off the calendar for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, and the season hasn’t even started yet. When we checked this afternoon, Tuesday, December 8th, was… There’s nothing better than walking down Main Street, U.S.A., full of Christmas wreaths, mistletoe, and Mickey and Minnie in Santa hats. But now, your makeup can match! ©Amazon… It’s time to go BACK to my favorite little spot in all of Disney World…Tiny Train Town! Lydia in EPCOT’s Tiny Train Town As the unofficial mayor of… Johnny Depp, who portrayed Captain Jack Sparrow across five Pirates of the Caribbean films, has revealed he is open to returning for the upcoming Pirates of the Caribbean… Part of the Discovery River Amphitheater at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is blocked off to prepare for Santa’s Holiday Grove. Santa’s Holiday Grove Prep Entrances to the south side… Disney has revealed the headlining Premiere Stage presentations at next year’s D23 Asia: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. The lineup includes Marvel, Star Wars, and Disney+ showcases. Headlining… I spent a good chunk of this year on a signing tour for my NYT bestselling book, Disney Adults. And I met thousands of incredible people who I… The Holidays have arrived at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, with Walt Disney Presents getting its own festive fun. What’s Happening:While the Holidays at Disney World don’t officially kick off… With the tradition having been introduced a few years ago, Walt Disney World VoluntEARS paid a visit to Fisher House Orlando this week to add holiday décor provided… Rock 'n' Roller Coaster isn't the only Disney's Hollywood Studios attraction to debut a new holiday overlay today, as Lilypad is now spinning some holiday jams at Alien… 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… Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is getting renewed attention from United Parks leadership. CEO Marc Swanson addressed opportunities to improve the guest experience, continued investment and the park's future… Six Flags guests are visiting more parks thanks to expanded regional passes, but the company is also evaluating which properties belong in its long-term future. The post Six… ALDI is the unsuspecting king of the holiday season, and we’re about to prove it! ©ALDI The grocery store chain is known for its incredible advent calendars each… Disney shared a first look at the Beauty and the Beast merchandise that will soon be available from DisneyStore.com and more for the film’s 35th anniversary. Select products… Current president of Disney’s Pixar Animation Studios Jim Morris will retire after 12 years and Jonathan Garson will take over the position. Jonathan Garson Named New Pixar President… If you’ve ever been the friend with a growing collection of crystals on the windowsill, a tarot deck in your bag, and a standing “yes, I can recommend… Crews have added a Maya-inspired design to the Tropical Americas entrance archway in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Tropical Americas Construction Themed stone work began on the arch in mid… Disney has scheduled refurbishments for guest rooms and Copper Creek Springs Pool at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Refurbishments The guest room refurbishment is scheduled for July… We’re just weeks away from the launch of EPCOT’s 2026 International Festival of the Holidays, which begins on Black Friday, November 27th, and includes one of Disney World’s… I’m counting down the days until Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party returns to Magic Kingdom…it’s almost time! The Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Map The party is one… Annual Passholders heading to Disney Jollywood Nights this year have two shimmering drinks waiting just for them. Disney has shared the details on the Golden Gimlet and the… Disney has been dropping tons of Winnie the Pooh collections, and we’ve been totally obsessed with every single one. From sweatshirts, hats, shoes, jewelry, and more, everything is… Annual Passholders headed to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party this year have two exclusive souvenirs waiting for them on Main Street USA. Disney says only Passholders can buy… Ahead of its third-quarter earnings call, Six Flags spokesperson Kristin Fitzgerald spoke with Attractions Magazine about the company's continued focus on ride reliability, park leadership, passholder loyalty and… Ringing in the New Year at Walt Disney World is a dream celebration for theme park fans around the globe. With world-class pyrotechnics, global dance parties across the… Childless Disney Adults are the most hated people on the internet. This has become cliche, and strikes me as mildly unfair. Surely the Taliban, Epstein associates, the Paul… The holiday-themed edition of Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue will again be presented exclusively for Disney Vacation Club owners in December 2026. Disney Vacation Club owners can collect a free keepsake when attending Disney Jollywood Nights in 2026. One of the popular dining spots at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort is set to reopen after a refurbishment of more than three months. ... Preparations may be under way for guest room refurbishment at the original Disney Vacation Club Resort. Disney's Lakeshore Lodge is now just 8 months away from making its debut as the eighteenth Disney Vacation Club property.
Disney World Announces Typhoon Lagoon Reopening and Blizzard Beach Closure Dates for 2027 
Universal Orlando Announces New Monsters Ride Being Built at Epic Universe Florida Residents: Save Up to 30% on Rooms This Spring (2027)
Disney News
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Walt Disney World Sets 2027 Reopening Date for Typhoon Lagoon and Closing Date for Blizzard Beach
Walt Disney World has confirmed the operational schedule for its water parks, setting a firm reopening date for Disney's Typhoon Lagoon and a matching closure date for Disney's Blizzard Beach. -
Your Ultimate Guide to the Coziest and Brightest Disney Holiday Merch of the Season
If your favorite time of year involves hanging stockings, watching festive classics, and hunting down the absolute best presents, get ready to add to cart. The holiday season is bringing… -
Disney California Adventure Details 2026 Festival of Holidays Lineup and Dates
The Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure is preparing to return for the winter season, bringing a wide array of global flavors and festive entertainment. Running from November… -
Evening Showtimes Restored to EPCOT Schedule for Impressions de France in January 2027
Evening showtimes for Impressions de France have returned to the EPCOT schedule for January 2027. Following an initial calendar update that removed the nighttime block for the classic France pavilion… -
Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar Prepares to Launch Seasonal Menu at Disney Springs
Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar at Disney Springs is transforming into Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar for the upcoming festive season, bringing back seasonal decor alongside a newly revealed menu. The holiday…
Theme Park News & Rumors
- Say Goodbye: Disney Confirms the End for Animal Kingdom Tradition in January 2027 Disney’s Animal Kingdom has become home to several beloved traditions over the years, but one fan-favorite experience...
- You Can Save BIG On Future Disney World Stays in 2027 Disney World's "Resort Future Stay" offer just got extended!
- Save This Order For Your Next Disney Springs Run Where is the best food in Disney Springs? We have the list!
- Why You Should Avoid EPCOT on These 3 Random Days in January Heading to EPCOT in January? These hours will affect your rope drop plans!
- Disney World Annual Passholders Win Big as 2 Brand-New Holiday Perks Drop Christmas at Walt Disney World is packed with reasons to celebrate, and Annual Passholders have two more...
- Disney World Is Trying to Save Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios With These Changes When Disney Jollywood Nights debuted at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 2023, it was supposed to be a...
- Prices Released for New 2026 Walt Disney World Holiday Popcorn Bucket, Straw Clip and Sipper Holiday popcorn bucket, sipper and straw clip prices are out: Toy Story Gingerbread...
- EVERY Disney World Character Dining Meal Ranked from WORST to BEST for 2027 We've dined at every Disney World character meal and now we've ranked them all for you!
- Animal Kingdom Lodge Guests Just Got a Special Surprise at Walt Disney World There’s something new and adorable to see at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, and if you’re staying at...
- D23 Asia 2027 Lineup Revealed: Dates, Showcases, and Tickets Read full article
Latest Walt Disney Photos
- Meet Hallmark Stars Lacey Chabert and Travis Van Winkle Near Disney World Lacey Chabert and Travis Van Winkle will meet fans for a free photo...
- Photos: Previewing the Culinary Delights of the 2026 Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic This morning, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin held a preview of...
- A Day and Night Look at the 2026 Christmas Decorations at Disney's Hollywood Studios A day and night photo look at the 2026 Christmas decorations at Disney's...
- Photos: Holiday Magic Returns to Walt Disney Presents at Disney's Hollywood Studios The Holidays have arrived at Disney's Hollywood Studios, with Walt Disney Presents getting...
- PHOTOS: Christmas Tree and Santa Gertie Have Arrived at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! We at MickeyBlog have been tracking Walt Disney World’s transformation into a winter wonderland over the past...
- PHOTOS: More Jollywood Nights Décor Arrived at Hollywood Studios! The most wonderful time of the year is almost here at Disney World!
- Photos/Video: Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets: Obligatory Holiday Overlay Debuts at Disney's Hollywood Studios For their first holiday season at Rock 'n' Roller Coaster, The Muppets have...
- Photos: Holiday Decorations Arrive at the Magic Kingdom Alongside the Return of Jingle Cruise We're only a few days removed from Halloween, but it's already beginning to...
- PHOTOS: Dapper Dans Don Holiday Outfits at Magic Kingdom Sure, the calendar is helpful, but you truly know it’s a holiday when the Dapper Dans don festive attire at Magic Kingdom....
- Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Adds Festive Holiday Attraction Photo Frames The holidays are bringing a little extra mayhem to Rock 'n' Roller Coaster...
Universal & Epic Universe Strategy
- Universal Confirms Indoor Coaster for Dark Universe at Epic Universe - In Today's Daily Recap for 11/5/2026 Universal Orlando Resort has confirmed that a new indoor roller coaster is under construction in Dark Universe,...
- Universal Studios Hollywood Launches $1,000 Annual Pass Including VIP & Fan Fest Nights Tickets Universal Studios Hollywood has launched a new Annual Pass tier with even more benefits than the existing...
- New Indoor Coaster Officially Announced for Epic Universe The new ride is being built now...
- New Indoor Roller Coaster Coming to Epic Universe’s Dark Universe Universal Orlando announces a new indoor roller coaster for Dark Universe at Epic Universe, plus more attractions...
- Fyre Drill to Close for Two Days Next Week at Universal Epic Universe Fyre Drill, a How to Train Your Dragon water ride at Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort,...
- Disney Reveals 2026 Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party Free Ornament, Treat Locations, & Photo Ops - In Today's Daily Recap for 11/4/2026 Walt Disney World shared new details of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2026, including treat locations and...
- Full List (with Prices) of New & Returning 2026 Grinchmas Merchandise at Universal Orlando Resort Universal Orlando Resort is ready for the holiday season with new and returning Grinchmas merchandise. We found...
- Powered Mickey Christmas Train, Stitch Tree, and Toy Story Gingerbread Popcorn Buckets Coming to Disney Parks in Today's Daily Recap for 11/3/2026 Disney patents real-time AI technology that allows meet-and-greet characters to talk to guests, opossums are back at...
- PHOTOS: Holiday-Themed Entrance Archway Promotes Macy’s Parade at Universal Studios Florida A festive holiday display has arrived at the entrance to Universal Studios Florida, giving guests an early...
- Full List (with Prices) of 2026 Earl the Squirrel Collection at Universal Orlando Resort The 2026 Earl the Squirrel holiday collection has arrived at Universal Orlando Resort, including designs inspired by...