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Trending: Animal Kingdom Changes Opening Policy · Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi Harry Potter Expansion · September Good to Go Days Added for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders · Steakhouse 71 Unexpected Closure at Disney's Contemporary Resort Latest developments: Walt Disney World has overhauled morning opening procedures at Disney’s Animal Kingdom by shifting guest holding zones out of the narrow Oasis entrance corridors, bringing the park in line with previous setup changes at EPCOT, Magic Kingdom, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Meanwhile, developers Miral and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences have announced a massive expansion for Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi featuring three new Harry Potter themed lands, including a world-first Forbidden Forest land targeted for a 2029 debut on Yas Island. In addition, Walt Disney World has added September 8 and September 10 as Good to Go Days for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders, bringing the total number of confirmed dates for September 2026 to four and allowing passholders to visit without a theme park reservation. Finally, Steakhouse 71 at Disney's Contemporary Resort experienced an unexpected closure that caused canceled guest reservations on September 6, with Disney World later revealing the cause of the unpredicted closure. Trending topics updated · 10:17 PMDisney News Now · September 7 
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Three 'Harry Potter' Lands With Interactive Experiences to be Added to Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi More Annual Passholder Good to Go Days Released for September
- Disneyland Update – Indy Goes Dark, Dinosaurs Roar Back, and a Redheaded Mystery! We’re now three weeks into Halloween Time, and there’s quite a bit going on at the Disneyland Resort, including a surprise appearance by the original Redhead on Pirates of the Caribbean, the last remaining tickets for Oogie Boogie Bash, and the start of a refurbishment on Indiana...
- The Russo Brothers Explain Why ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Was Filmed Without a Completed Script One of the prevailing discussions surrounding Avengers: Doomsday has been the film’s lack of a completed script. When Earth’s Mightiest Heroes joined the Russo Brothers in London last year, they were open about the... The post The Russo Brothers Explain Why ‘Avengers:...
- Sony Executive Explains How ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Resonated With Audiances As Spider-Man: Brand New Day continues to dominate the box office, the film has entered rarefied air. After a successful Labor Day weekend, the latest Marvel blockbuster has now grossed more than $2.4 billion... The post Sony Executive Explains How ‘Spider-Man: Brand...
- Halloween Design Squeeze Bottle Tumblers Arrive at Chef Art Smith's Homecomin' in Disney Springs Refillable Halloween-themed squeeze bottle tumblers are now available at Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ in Disney Springs at Walt Disney World. Jack-O’-Lantern Homecomin’ Tumbler – $24.00 One of the three designs available is a lit jack-o’-lantern on a dark wood plank background. On the back of the tumbler...
- Little Green Men Store Command Entrance Refurbishment Complete at Disneyland Resort After undergoing several months of exterior refurbishments and the removal of the scrim, the entrance paint of Little Green Men Store Command is complete. Little Green Men Shop Refurbishment Entrance Complete At the beginning of the month, we reported that the scrim had come down, and it...
- House rankings for Halloween Horror Nights 2026 at Universal Studios Hollywood (California) Here are my official haunted house rankings for Halloween Horror Nights 2026 at Universal Studios Hollywood from least to most favorite. The post House rankings for Halloween Horror Nights 2026 at Universal Studios Hollywood (California) appeared first on Attractions Magazine.
- More Annual Passholder Good to Go Days Released for September Walt Disney World Annual Passholders have a couple more reservation-free dates to work with this month. Disney has added September 8 and September 10 as Good to Go Days, bringing the total number of confirmed dates for September 2026 to four. Related: Aerial Photos Show Casita Framing and Carousel Progress...
- Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Winnie the Pooh, and Green Alien Halloween Costume Bag Charms Arrive at Disneyland Bag charms of some of your favorite characters, including Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Winnie the Pooh, and the Green Alien, wearing Halloween costumes, have arrived at Disneyland Park. Mickey Mouse Ghost Costume Bag Charm – $17.99 Mickey’s Halloween costume for this bag charm is a white plush...
- Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel Largely Covered With Scrim Near Grizzly Peak Entrance Exterior refurbishment work around Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa is moving along, now with large scrim coverings concealing the work area near the hotel’s private Disney California Adventure entrance. Grand Californian Exterior Refurbishment Tan scrim now stretches across several stories of the hotel above and around...
- Marvel Vault Artifacts, Spider-Man: Brand New Day Merch, and New Character Shirts Assemble at Disney Springs Super Hero Headquarters at Disney Springs has stocked several new collectibles and shirts featuring Spider-Man, Daredevil, Hulk, Thor, Iron Man, and more. Marvel Vault Daredevil Mask — $79.99 This full-scale Daredevil mask recreates the hero’s distinctive red headgear, complete with raised panel lines, narrow eye openings, and...
- Our Favorite Restaurants in Disney California Adventure There are many choices when it comes to a theme park day – what to ride first, which shows to watch, when to get there and when to leave! Once it comes time to eat, sorting through all of the options can be a bit overwhelming. How...
- Australia, NZ, Singapore, Malaysia Disney Store Sites to Close Disney Store Asia, a website serving Malaysia and Singapore, as well as Disney Store Australia and Disney Store New Zealand will all close just before midnight local time, September 30. [...]
- And Then There Were Four: Winnipeg’s Polo Park Closes Toys”R”Us Canada’s slow death continues. In the last few days, Winnipeg’s Polo Park location closed on August 31, bringing the total to four locations. Remaining stores are located in Hamilton, [...]
- Frontierland Shootin' Exposition at Disneyland Revealed After Refurbishment Crews have removed scrims and scaffolding from the Frontierland Shootin’ Exposition in Disneyland a few days before its scheduled reopening. Frontierland Shootin’ Exposition Refurbishment Construction walls remain up but we can now see the real Shootin’ Exposition building. It was blocked by themed scrim since July. It...
- Mickey and Friends, Toy Story, Alice in Wonderland, and More Characters Featured in New Mystery Packs at Disney Springs We spotted new blind boxes featuring Mickey and friends,Toy Story, Alice in Wonderland, and more characters at Disney Springs in Walt Disney World. Character Snack Mystery Box – $16.99 One mystery box we spotted is all centered around fan-favorite snacks you can find in the Disney Parks....
- ‘Moana’ 2026 Comes to Digital, But When Will the Live Action ‘Moana’ Movie Be Streaming on Disney+? You could spend $30 to watch the live-action Moana at home... or you could wait for it to be on Disney+.
- My Experience Staying in a Preferred Room at Disney’s Pop Century Resort We recently stayed in a Preferred Room at Disney’s Pop Century Resort for the first time in the 60s section. Here’s what I learned about the location, pool views, transportation, parking, and whether I think paying extra for a Preferred upgrade is worthwhile. ...
- Learn the WEDway: An Evening with Eric Robison Step inside the creative world of Walt Disney Imagineering for a special evening with renowned Disney artist and former Imagineer Eric Robison at Learn the WEDway: An Evening with Eric Robison on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at 5 p.m. Known for his distinctive Disney artwork and years...
- Mickey, Minnie, and More Mini Loungefly Backpack Mystery Charms Available Online Mystery Loungefly mini backpack bag charms inspired by Disney Parks attractions are now available at Disney Store Online. Mickey and Friends Attraction Costume Loungefly Mystery Charms — $25 The blind box comes with one bag charm that could be one of six designs — including one unknown...
- Disney Announces Season 2 of ‘Vampirina: Teenage Vampire’ Premiering on Disney Channel and Disney+ The live-action adaptation Vampirina: Teenage Vampire is returning for a second season this fall on Disney Channel, and the full season will stream the next day on Disney+. Vampirina: Teenage Vampire tells the story of a tween vampire girl who leaves the safety of Transylvania to attend a performing...
- Animal Kingdom Changed Its Opening Policy — Here’s Why Off-Site Guests Win and Resort Guests Lose Walt Disney World has officially overhauled morning opening procedures at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, aligning the park with setup changes previously introduced at EPCOT, Magic Kingdom, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. By shifting guest holding zones out of the narrow Oasis entrance corridors and onto...
- Bluey and Bingo Headbands Now Available at Walt Disney World New plush headbands featuring Bluey and Bingo have arrived at Walt Disney World Resort. Bluey and Bingo Headbands — $36.99 The characters from the hit Disney series Bluey are now in headband form. The plush material features the eyes and noses of Bluey and Bingo, along with...
- Aerial Views Reveal Totality of Ticket Booth Teardown at Disneyland The ongoing demolition of the Disneyland esplanade ticket booths continues, as aerial views show another four structures completely destroyed. Disneyland Ticket Booth Demolition In mid-August, Disney announced that four ticket booths on the eastern side of the esplanade would be removed to accommodate construction of a new...
- 'Spider-Noir' Wins 5 Emmy Awards After Being Canceled Just days after Amazon Prime canceled Marvel’s Spider-Noir, the series won five Emmy Awards. Spider-Noir Emmy Wins The live-action Spider-Verse spinoff series had 11 Emmy nominations, the most of any Prime Video series in 2026. Spider-Noir won Outstanding Title Design, Outstanding Sound Editing For A Comedy Or...
- REVIEW: Disney Just Brought A Menu Item Back From The Dead There are tons of spots that are considered famous Disney stops. That being said, some are truly iconic, while others are just viral for the moment. Let’s test it together! Trader Sam’s in Disneyland! Now, THAT spot is genuinely iconic. This popular bar, located at the Disneyland...
- Arribas Brothers Introduces New Decorate Your Own Glass Gingerbread Cookie Offering at EPCOT The Germany pavilion at EPCOT has a fun new, customizable glass activity that can help guests get in the Christmas spirit a little early.What's Happening:Arribas Brothers, who handle all of the glass-blowing items for Disney, and have locations in the parks and at Disney Springs, have launched a new offering...
- Hit or Miss: We Tried All 30 “Reimagined” Menu Items at the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Thirty years is a long time to be feeding EPCOT. Over three decades, the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival has given us dishes we still think about, dishes Disney has wisely brought back again and again, and a few things that probably deserved to remain a blurry...
- Our Top Way to Stay at Epic Universe is a Helios Family Suite We Hate to Love Helios Grand Hotel is the new resort inside Epic Universe, and it offers a ton of room types from the most barebones of rooms with views of nothing to fancy ‘Celestial’ suites overlooking the park. This review covers the middle ground option, one of the cheaper family suites (that looks...
- Who Stole the S.E.A. Artifact? New Clues May Point to Big Thunder Mountain - Here's Everything We Know So Far Walt Disney Imagineering has dropped a recap of the clues regarding the Society of Explorers and Adventurers (S.E.A.) artifact teased at D23. The artifact was “stolen” and fans must figure out the name of the thief through these riddles they left behind. S.E.A. Clues S.E.A. archivist Bonnie Booker...
- 'Inside Out 2' to Make Network Television Premiere Later This Month Inside Out 2 will make its network television premiere on ABC later this month. Inside Out 2 on ABC The 2024 Pixar film will air as part of The Wonderful World of Disney on Sunday, September 27 from 9:02 to 11:00 p.m. EDT. The movie is already...
- (Review) Norwegian Cruise Line’s Great Tides Waterpark, helpful tips and videos One year after walking across an empty construction site, we returned to race, spin and splash through Great Tides Waterpark. Here’s what surprised us — and which slides you shouldn’t miss. The post (Review) Norwegian Cruise Line’s Great Tides Waterpark, helpful tips...
- Disney Just Released a New MagicBand Online — And It’s Sure to Go Viral Disney Halloween merchandise has reached that dangerous point in the season where we’re starting to think, “Well, technically I could make everything I own pumpkin-shaped.” And Disney is not helping. ©Disney A new Halloween...
- Adventureland Bazaar Artwork Being Refreshed with New Paint at Disneyland The “Magic Carpet Brass Silk” artwork in Adventureland at Disneyland is being refreshed with new paint. Adventureland Bazaar Artwork Refresh The artwork, which has an image of a carpet above the text “Magic Carpet Brass Silk,” was painted over late last week. It’s located inside a secondary...
- Walt Disney World Sees Below-Average Wait Times on Labor Day 2026 Though Labor Day Weekend can lead to large crowds at Walt Disney World, this year’s holiday has below-average wait times. Labor Day 2026 at Walt Disney World At 1 p.m., according to Thrill Data, the average wait for attractions across Walt Disney World Resort was 30 minutes....
- “We Are All One Family.” Disney Imagineer Speaks About NEW ‘Encanto’ Ride We’re counting down to 2027 because there is so much coming to Disney World. One of those is Pueblo Esperanza, the Tropical Americas-themed land coming to Animal Kingdom. ©Disney This expansion will...
- I Wasn’t Planning On Spending $17 Today But Now I Have To After Seeing This Disney Souvenir On Amazon Sometimes a souvenir comes along that’s simply impossible to ignore. ©Amazon We’re always on the hunt for great souvenirs to add to our Disney collections, and Amazon is PACKED with incredible finds! During one of our recent searches, we came across a really unique lamp, and we just...
- Colorful Safari-Themed Mickey and Friends Medallions at Disney's Animal Kingdom Walt Disney World has more new colorful safari-themed medallions featuring Mickey and Friends available at a machine in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Colorful Animal Kingdom Medallions The machine is outside Riverside Depot. One medallion is $10 but all four designs are $35. These medallions are gold-tone and come...
- Disneyland Continues MagicBand+ Investment with New Souvenir Ticket Despite Scarcity of Product The refurbished Main Street Cinema in Disneyland Park has a new souvenir ticket design available featuring Mickey Mouse. This comes after Disneyland has scaled back on the availability of MagicBand+ in the parks. Main Street Cinema Ticket Tilly’s booth became an actual souvenir ticket dispenser for the...
- Three 'Harry Potter' Lands With Interactive Experiences to be Added to Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi Three new Harry Potter lands are coming to Warner Bros. World at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. The theme park originally announced an upcoming Harry Potter land back in 2022. Harry Potter Coming to Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi A webpage for the lands states, “For the first...
- Six Ravens Now Serving Up Local Beers on Tap with Special Souvenir Mug Six Ravens, the recently opened new concept from the makers of Gideon's Bakehouse, now has local beer on tap available in a collectible mug.What's Happening:Last month, the all-new Six Ravens opened at Disney Springs, serving up hand-pie-style sandwiches, grab-and-go sides, and more, with the same immaculate theming we've come to...
- New Merchandise Arrivals at Disney Store September 6-12 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...
- REVIEW: Pumpkin Spice Fried Rolls? Sign Us Up! If there is one thing we love more than fall at Disney World, it’s a new, fun fall treat to try! Blue Ribbon Which is why we were thrilled when we found out that
- We Have a HUGE Construction Update On One Of Disney World’s NEWEST Lands A lot of construction is happening in Disney World right now, thanks to all the new lands and expansions coming to the parks. One is Pueblo Esperanza, a new Tropical Americas-themed land coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, which...
- The 5 Best Disney T-shirts from Amazon, Target, and BoxLunch We love dressing in Disney attire, and we also love getting it at a good price! That’s why we’re often looking on Amazon, Target, and BoxLunch for the newest styles for the best deals! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you...
- 6 NEW Sips And Sweets Coming To Disney Springs SOON Disney Springs is the place to be if you want to check out Disney World without a park ticket. Disney Springs There’s live entertainment, amazing dining options, and so many spots to shop...
- Lightning McQueen Dinoco Crocs Coming Soon to Disney Store Online A pair of Lightning McQueen Dinoco Crocs will be available for purchase in mid-September online at the Disney Store and Crocs online. Lightning McQueen Dinoco Crocs — $74.99 These new Croc clogs for adults are light blue with Lightning McQueen’s face on top of the shoe, with...
- 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Becomes Third Highest Grossing Movie of All Time Spider-Man: Brand New Day is still raking in cash and is now the third highest-grossing movie of all time. Spider-Man: Brand New Day Box Office Having now earned $2.4 billion at the global box office, Brand New Day overtook Avatar: The Way of Water for third place...
- Six Ravens by Gideon's Bakehouse Debuts New Souvenir Mug at Disney Springs Six Ravens, the savory concept by Gideon’s Bakehouse at Disney Springs, revealed a new souvenir mug guests can get with their drinks. Six Ravens Souvenir Mug Each Six Ravens beer is available in a 16 oz cup or the collectible Six Ravens mug, which features the restaurant’s...
- Susan Egan and Jodi Benson Perform as the Sanderson Sisters on Disney Cruise Line Sailing Jodi Benson, who voiced Ariel in The Little Mermaid (1989), and Susan Egan, who voiced Megara in Hercules (1997), appeared as the Sanderson Sisters on a Disney Vacation Club Member cruise. In the video shared by @FairyGodCouple on Instagram, Benson and Egan performed “I Put a Spell...
- Could Changes Be Coming to the Festival of the Lion King in Disney’s Animal Kingdom? It’s the ciiiiiircle of liiiiiife! Festival of the Lion King If that gets you in the mood, you might be a Lion King fan, and we’re with you. To us, it’s not a day in Animal Kingdom without visiting Festival of the Lion...
- The Best $37.06, 2,587 Calories, and 89 Grams of Protein at EPCOT’s Food & Wine A new website, TrashCanTables.com, has evidence-graded nutrition estimates for more than 1,005 food items across Walt Disney World. We are...
- Something Has CHANGED in Disney’s Hollywood Studios We’re only about a week away from the rest of The Walt Disney Studios opening in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and we can’t wait to see The Magic of Disney Animation with our own eyes. Pua and Thumper...
- I Can’t Stop Staring At These NEW Monstropolis Construction Updates in Hollywood Studios Monsters, get your hard hats! Construction is well underway in Hollywood Studios, and we have been following the creation of this new land every step of the way. ©bioreconstruct Monstropolis is slowly coming...
- 3 New Harry Potter Theme Park Lands Announced — Including a World-First Location A historic Wizarding World expansion has just been officially revealed, and theme park fans around the globe are in for a massive surprise. Developers Miral and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences have announced that an upcoming Harry Potter development has officially scaled up from a single-land...
- VIDEO: Halloween Horror Nights 2026 Scare Zones & Street Experiences at Universal Studios Hollywood Throughout Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood, guests can encounter scares without having to venture into a haunted house. Scare zones and street experiences at this year’s event include FORTNITEMARES, Shriek of the Banshee, Murder of Crowz, and more. Video Tour Blood Bog Location: Studio Tour...
- New Series of Disney Racers Inspired by Mr. Toad, TRON, and Classic Attractions at Walt Disney World The new series of Disney Racers die-cast cars has arrived at Walt Disney World. The Disney Racers series relaunched last year with cars inspired by Disney attractions and characters. This new series was first released on DisneyStore.com last month. We found the cars in Riverside Depot at...
- Disneyland Resort Update for September 7, 2026 Tier Zero Days are Back | The Anzellans are coming from D23 to Disneyland | Oogie Boogie Bash almost sold out | Magic Key Missed Keepsakes Giveaway event | Reservations open for holiday experiences in Downtown Disney | This and That
- It’s Been a Rough Few Weeks. This Is Where You’ll Find Me Eating My Sorrows Away. Let’s face it, friends, things have been kind of rough the past few weeks. From the passing of beloved figures like Dolly Parton and Tim Curry to the marker of the passage of time that is the start of the school year, the end...
- A Popular Disney Ride Is About to CLOSE With No Reopening Date in Sight A lot of Disney fans aren’t gonna be happy about this… Indiana Jones Adventure The Disneyland Resort is no stranger to construction and refurbishment projects. Over at Disneyland Park,...
- Two More September Good to Go Days Added for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders Walt Disney World added two more dates this month for Annual Passholders to visit the theme parks without a reservation. September Good to Go Days Passholders can go to any of the four parks without a reservation on Tuesday, September 8 and Thursday, September 10. These “good...
- Meet Pinley the Mobile Pin Trading Trash Can at Walt Disney World Walt Disney World has a new pin trading board mounted on the side of a mobile trash can named Pinley. Pinley the Mobile Pin Trading Trash Can The classic green trash can has a handle for Cast Members to push it and wheels on the bottom. It...
- NEW Details Announced For MASSIVE Harry Potter Theme Park Expansion, Including First-Of-Its-Kind Land The Harry Potter theme park world is about to expand. ©Warner Bros A massive expansion is coming to Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, and this time, we’re going where Harry Potter fans haven’t been able to before: The Forbidden Forest.
- Harry Potter’s first Forbidden Forest theme park land announced for Abu Dhabi Harry Potter fans will finally be able to enter a full Forbidden Forest theme park land when a massive new expansion opens at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. The post Harry Potter’s first Forbidden Forest theme park land announced for Abu Dhabi...
- 10 Things to Expect From Your Stateroom on a Disney Cruise If you’ve never sailed on Disney Cruise Line, or have never sailed on any cruise line for that matter, you...
- “Where Were the Parents?” Hero Disney Guest Scoops Up Toddler Climbing UP 142-Foot Volcano Water Slide A terrifying scenario at Walt Disney World’s Polynesian Village Resort was prevented by sheer instinct and lightning-fast reflexes. In a dramatic video captured by social media user @AKrause55, a male guest going down the resort’s iconic Lava Pool volcano slide was forced to make a split-second...
- Reason for Steakhouse 71 at Disney's Contemporary Resort Unexpected Closure on Sunday We have learned the reason for the unexpected closure of Steakhouse 71 at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Steakhouse 71 Closure The restaurant was closed on September 6 and guests had their reservations canceled. We now know Cast Members were told the closure was for “unplanned maintenance.” The Walt...
- Ranking the On-Site Walt Disney World Hotels Deciding which Disney World hotel to stay in is one of the toughest choices when planning a vacation. There are different price points, types of rooms and locations to consider. On top of that, do you stay at the same hotel all trip or move around throughout?...
- Aerial Photos Show Casita Framing and Carousel Progress in Tropical Americas Construction is moving right along on Tropical Americas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and new aerial photos from bioreconstruct are giving us a much better look at how Pueblo Esperanza is starting to come together. From the rising Casita façade to the village carousel and central plaza, several major pieces of...
- Aerial Photos Reveal Fountain Work and Rebuilt Monstropolis Entrance at Hollywood Studios Construction on Monstropolis continues to reshape the former Muppets Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and new aerial photos from bioreconstruct are giving us one of the clearest looks yet at how the new land is coming together. Crews are currently working across the future city, with major progress visible around...
- First Look at the New Props Inside Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT has finally received the new physical props Disney previously announced as part of the attraction’s move from 3D to 2D. The ride made that visual transition last year, but the additional set pieces had yet to appear until now. Related: We Finally Tried the New...
- We Finally Tried the New Giant Triple Chocolate Cookie from EPCOT Chocolate lovers have a new reason to make a stop in the France Pavilion at EPCOT, and this one is definitely not snack-sized. Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie is now serving a Giant Triple Chocolate Cookie for $13.95, packing plenty of chocolate into one seriously oversized treat. Related: Disney Announces Reopening Date...
- Mickey Mouse Ring with Daisies Spotted at Walt Disney World We found this Mickey Mouse ring adorned with multi-colored daisy flowers at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World. Mickey Mouse Ring with Daisies – $24.99 The ring features a cubic zirconia Mickey head at the center with yellow, white, and peach- colored daisy flowers around the band....
- Cinderella Castle and Balloons Throw Blanket Available at Walt Disney World A throw blanket with Cinderella Castle and Mickey balloons on it has arrived at Walt Disney World Resort. Cinderella Castle Throw Blanket — $49.99 The polyester purple throw has an image of Cinderella Castle with a bow underneath. Meanwhile, purple stars surround the castle, along with floating...
- MarvelBlog News for September 6th, 2026 This past week, we learned that a Marvel movie started production without a finished script. Yes, it’s THAT one. Hoo boy. This will be an awkward discussion in MarvelBlog News. How Important Is a... The post MarvelBlog News for September 6th, 2026...
- Full Register Returns to The Darkroom at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, While Second Register Remains Missing A familiar piece of The Darkroom has returned to its checkout area at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, but the shop is still missing another register. During a recent visit to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we spotted the full wooden register counter back inside The Darkroom, located along Hollywood Boulevard....
- New TSA PreCheck Program Lets Non-Travelers Go Beyond Airport Security at 13 Airports Want to walk a loved one to their gate without having a boarding pass? A new TSA program is making that possible at select airports across the country. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has launched Gateside by TSA PreCheck, a new pilot program allowing eligible non-ticketed visitors to...
- Once Upon a Story Disney Princess Christmas Countdown Calendar with Micro Figures Available Online at Disney Store A Disney Princess Once Upon a Story Christmas countdown calendar featuring micro-figurines is now available at Disney Store. The post Once Upon a Story Disney Princess Christmas Countdown Calendar with Micro Figures Available Online at Disney Store appeared first on WDW...
- Full Guide to Halloween Horror Nights 2026 at Universal Studios Hollywood From tickets to houses to rides, we’ve got everything you need to know about Halloween Horror Nights 2026 at Universal Studios Hollywood. What is Halloween Horror Nights? Halloween Horror Nights is a separately-ticketed after-hours event held at Universal Studios Hollywood. The event features haunted houses based on...
- The Muppets Are Back—and They Just Took Home Four Emmy Awards It’s time to play the music. It’s time to light the lights. And apparently, it’s also time to make some room in the trophy case. The Muppet Show made a triumphant return earlier this year, and now Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo and the rest of the gang can...
- This Week in Disney Histroy (September 6 – 12) September 6, 1991: Darkwing Duck premieres in syndication. Happy 35th anniversary! September 7, 2002: Disney’s One Saturday Morning airs its final broadcast. September 8, 1995: Timon & Pumbaa premieres in syndication. September 9, 2000: Teacher’s Pet premieres on ABC. September 10, 1990: The Disney Afternoon premieres in syndication. September 11,...
- Disney Abruptly Shut Down a Major Section of EPCOT — And There’s No Reopening Date in Sight What started as a quiet, unannounced closure of a single storefront in EPCOT’s World Showcase has officially expanded into a massive construction footprint. Major portions of the Germany Pavilion are currently walled off behind scrims, rolling planters, and barricades. With retail landing pages removed from the...
- Beaches and Cream, The BOATHOUSE, and 17 More Disney World Restaurants CHANGED This Week Y’all…we’ve been eating REALLY well in Disney World this week, and you know how happy that makes us. First, pumpkin spice latte season is BACK at Starbucks, but what we really loved this year was the Iced Banana Bread Latte. Then we got to...
- Disney Descendants/ZOMBIES/Camp Rock Worlds Collide 2026 Tour Lead Single Now Available to Stream The Descendants/ZOMBIES/Camp Rock Worlds Collide Concert Tour is getting ready to hit the road later this month, and fans can now listen to the tour’s lead single on Spotify. “Worlds Collide 2026” “Worlds Collide 2026,” the lead single from the Disney Descendants/ZOMBIES/Camp Rock: Worlds Collide Concert Tour,...
- Psychosis: New Orlando-area haunt experience turns mental health fears into horror An enclosed box, an 85-foot track and a pitch-black maze are only the beginning. “Psychosis” is turning therapy and trauma into one of Central Florida’s most unsettling new Halloween experiences. The post Psychosis: New Orlando-area haunt experience turns mental health fears into...
- I Never Thought I Would Wear This to Disney World, But It Made My Day 10x Better We normally stick with the same type of outfits when it comes to Disney World, but we’re so happy we tried these out! Cinderella Castle We didn’t think we’d be the type to wear short leggings to Disney, but they...
- 2 Exclusive Disney Perks Are Back, But There’s A Catch Disneyland offers so many amazing perks to Magic Key Holders, but unfortunately, some things are so limited-edition that not everyone who wants them can take advantage. ©Disney Disney released some Magic Key Holder-exclusive swag a few months ago, and in...
- REVIEW: Why This $13 Frozen Beer Needs To Be on Your EPCOT Buy List There are so many different snacks, drinks, and exciting menu items to try across Disney World that it can be very overwhelming to know what you should try on your next visit. EPCOT Especially in...
- Steakhouse 71 Unexpectedly Closed at Disney's Contemporary Resort Steakhouse 71 at Disney’s Contemporary Resort is showing as closed, and guests are reporting canceled reservations today, September 6, 2026. Steakhouse 71 Closed, Reservations Canceled Steakhouse 71 is an American eatery located in the Contemporary Resort that opened in 2021 during Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary, replacing...
- Mickey Mouse RC Bubble Car Arrives at Walt Disney World The Mickey Mouse RC bubble car has arrived at the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World and is ready to go for a spin. Mickey Mouse RC Bubble Car – $49.99 Behind the wheel of this RC bubble car is race car driver Mickey Mouse. The car...
- A Hidden OWALA Sale Is Happening on Amazon Now Let’s save on some popular water bottles! ©Amazon Whether you’re at the Disney parks or simply at home, staying hydrated is always paramount. That’s where a good water bottle comes in, and OWALA has quickly become one of our go-to brands. If you’re looking to pick one...
- The Disney Golden Era T-Shirts Every Disney Adult Is Buying From Target We’re OBSESSED with these old-school Disney shirts! ©Disney Disney’s Golden Age holds a special place in every Disney fan’s heart — and for good reason! The early years of the company produced some classics that have lived on in the 21st century. If you’re craving some...
- We Cannot Get Enough Of The NEW Disney Gift Cards That Dropped Online Here at Disney Food Blog, we are always talking about the newest and cutest Disney merch that we find that would make the perfect gifts! Cinderella Castle But sometimes it’s difficult to know what you should buy someone, which is why we are thrilled that Disney...
- Lightning McQueen Takes Over Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix, Wins Over Drivers at Monza Lightning McQueen has taken a weekend trip away from Radiator Springs for a stint at Monza, Italy, where his Formula 1 debut generated a massive online response and delighted several drivers who grew up watching Disney and Pixar’s Cars. Lightning McQueen at Gran Premio d’Italia The life-size...
- John Williams Makes Surprise Return to Conduct ‘The Imperial March’ at the Hollywood Bowl Legendary composer John Williams surprised guests at the Hollywood Bowl on Saturday, September 5, taking the podium during Maestro of the Movies: A Tribute to John Williams. Williams Returns to Maestro of the Movies Williams appeared for the show’s encore and conducted the Los Angeles Philharmonic through...
- This POPULAR Disney World Lounge Has Finally Reopened, and It’s Even Better Than Before Disney World is FULL of construction projects! Throughout all of the parks, you are constantly facing construction walls, closures, and more as Disney brings many new projects to life. Brown Derby Lounge Reopened And while we are thrilled that we are getting new...
- Disney Just Dropped 2 NEW Menus AND A Major Ride Change Things are ALWAYS changing in Disney World! Lately, it feels like the parks are entirely new places thanks to updates like Villains Land, Piston Peak, Monsters Inc. Land, and more. You can honestly say it feels like Wall Disney World right...
- New Animal Kingdom Park Opening Process Changes Early Entry Checkpoints Within the last year-plus, Walt Disney World changed the opening procedures at EPCOT, Magic Kingdom, and Hollywood Studios. This was either accomplished by moving the Early Entry checkpoints deeper into the park or eliminating secondary hold locations. Animal Kingdom was the last holdout using the “old” system, but that has...
- Childhood cartoons become terrifying in new Orlando-area Halloween haunt That childhood cartoon world looks a little different after dark. A Petrified Forest’s new “Drawn to Death” trail twists familiar characters and imagery into something much more sinister. The post Childhood cartoons become terrifying in new Orlando-area Halloween haunt appeared first on...
- $221,000 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Added to Test Track at EPCOT One of the most powerful production Corvettes ever built has joined the General Motors vehicle showcase at the exit of Test Track in EPCOT. Test Track Showcase: 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 The new display vehicle is a 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Coupe 3LZ finished in Blade Silver...
- REVIEW: Baked Chicken Tenders Debut at Disney's Animal Kingdom Pizzafari at Disney’s Animal Kingdom has added Baked Chicken Tenders to its menu, offering guests a lighter alternative to the fried tenders commonly served around Walt Disney World. Baked Chicken Tenders – $12.99 Served with Tangy Dipping Sauce and Kettle Chips The Baked Chicken Tenders officially debuted...
- We Just Found the Halloween Event in Orlando Your Kids Will BEG To Visit Okay, so there is no shortage of fun Halloween events in the Orlando area, and we try to go to them all when we can. Of course, you’ve got Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Disney World, as well as Halloween Horror...
- A POPULAR Airline Is Adding 10 NEW Routes There are so many airlines you can choose from to get to Disney World, but United Airlines connects Orlando to Chicago, Houston, Denver, and Washington, so it’s a popular choice for travelers. ©United Airlines But United just got even bigger because the airline is adding 10...
- It Costs $585 To Eat EVERYTHING at the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival. This Is What Is Actually Worth Buying. There are 83 priced dishes on this year’s EPCOT Food and Wine Festival menu right now, and if you wanted to order one of every single one, you’d be looking at a grand total of $585. Spain Full Spread Obviously nobody is walking World...
- Should You Rope Drop TRON? TRON does not open during Early Entry in the Magic Kingdom, but lots of guests spend their 30 minutes of...
- Slinky Dog Dash’s Terrible Week Continues Into Labor Day Weekend with More Downtime and Work Lights For parkgoers heading to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, rope-dropping Toy Story Land to race through Andy’s backyard on Slinky Dog Dash is usually the gold standard of morning strategy. However, over the first week of September 2026, that strategy was put to a severe test. The popular...
- 'The Muppet Show' Special Wins Four Emmy Awards on Original Show's 50th Anniversary The Muppet Show revival special netted four Creative Arts Emmys on September 5, which also happened to be the official date of the original show’s 50th anniversary. ‘The Muppet Show’ Wins Four Creative Arts Emmys The Muppet Show revival variety special won four awards at the Creative Arts...
- Little Brother and Bruni Join Character Statue Collection at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Two more animated animals have joined the growing collection of character statues in Animation Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Little Brother Statue Little Brother, the Fa family’s energetic dog from Mulan, is posed beside one of the courtyard’s brick walls. The cream-colored pup wears his blue collar...
- Disney Vacation Club 35th Anniversary Pin Now Available at Walt Disney World Disney Vacation Club (DVC) is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year and Walt Disney World has released a new pin to commemorate the milestone. Disney Vacation Club 35th Anniversary Pin – $24.99 This hinged pin features a burnished gold medallion cover, decorated to look like a globe...
- A Pair Of New Disney Books on the Way From The Old Mill Press The Old Mill Press, which has published countless books about Disney and its theme parks, has announced the planned publication of two new books that any Disney fan will likely want to add to their shelf.What's Happening:The Old Mill Press, a small publisher with focus on the arts, has announced...
- Meet Solara, the Disney Destiny’s New Pumpkin Tree The Disney Destiny is celebrating Halloween on the High Seas for the first time, and Disney Cruise Line introduced the ship’s own Pumpkin Tree. Named Solara, the enchanted tree has sprouted in the Destiny’s Grand Hall. She joins the lineup of unique Pumpkin Trees found aboard every other ship...
- New Aerial Photos Reveal Rich, Detailed Theming Installed for Mayan Temple at Indiana Jones Ride New aerial photos from friend of the site Bioreconstruct show themed “chips” now installed atop the temple structure, forming the facade for Indiana Jones and the Myth of the Jade Serpent at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The carved, colorfully painted panels sit at the top of...
- Tropical Americas Archway Begins Transformation From Steel Frame to Finished Façade Construction continues throughout Tropical Americas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, with new sheathing, painting, and other detailing work visible around Pueblo Esperanza. Tropical Americas Construction Update The large entrance archway near Discovery Island is beginning to disappear beneath exterior sheathing. Crews have covered a significant portion of the...
- Glass Mickey Pumpkin by Arribas Brothers Available at Walt Disney World A glass Mickey pumpkin figurine by Arribas Brothers for your Disney fall decor collection is now available at Walt Disney World. The post Glass Mickey Pumpkin by Arribas Brothers Available at Walt Disney World appeared first on WDW News Today. ...
- Is Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Still Worth It in 2026? The 2026 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom is more expensive than ever before, with tickets costing up to $229 each and most dates sold out. We’re here to help you decide whether Walt Disney World’s fall seasonal event is “worth it,” via comparisons and commentary covering...
- Free Period Products in Walt Disney World Free period products are available in Disney World parks and resorts. Disney has been rolling out free period products, tampons...
- Disney Adds Even More New Safeguards to Stop Guests From Jumping Off Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Disney theme park security has officially reached a tipping point, shifting from routine safety spiels to an explicit, non-negotiable zero-tolerance policy. Following a series of alarming guest incidents—including a young rider who exited his log flume and plummeted down the attraction’s signature 50-foot final drop—Disney has installed direct, stern...
- Cruising Just Got More Expensive AGAIN, And Will Continue To Do So For The Next Two Years Cruising is already quite an expensive vacation, though we love it as much as the next person. What’s better than relaxing by a pool, drinking drinks that have already been prepaid, and getting to visit incredible destinations? To many, not much! Disney Magic...
- Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge Reopens with Fully Covered Outdoor Seating Construction on the outdoor Brown Derby Lounge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has wrapped up. The patio is now back open to guests, featuring a more weather-resistant setup. Crews spent the months since June adding a new overhang, ceiling fans, and lantern fixtures along the side of The Hollywood Brown...
- Lucasfilm Just Sent a Clear Message About Gina Carano’s Return To ‘Star Wars’ The Mandalorian has returned in a very different form, with a new LEGO special revisiting some of the biggest moments and characters from the Disney+ series. But one familiar face is conspicuously absent. LEGO Star Wars: The Mandalorian revisits stories and characters from across all three seasons of the hit...
- Oasis Rocks Venice as ‘Don’t Look Back in Anger’ Sets September 11 Theatrical Release Oasis took its legendary comeback at the Venice International Film Festival as Oasis: Don’t Look Back in Anger celebrated its world premiere in front of more than 1,000 festival guests. Liam and Noel Gallagher walked the red carpet alongside creator and writer Steven Knight and directors Dylan Southern and Will...
- Transportation Around Tokyo Disney Resort and Japan Any trip to a foreign land is daunting and there are so many questions. One of the biggest is how to get around this place you’ve never been. This is especially of note in Tokyo and Japan where English isn’t the native tongue and the flow of...
- Gary De’Snake and Gazelle make their Disney On Ice debut (Photos + Video included) A Gazelle concert is finally real — well, almost. Disney On Ice turns its “Zootopia 2” act into one of the biggest spectacles of “Spotlight Magic!” The post Gary De’Snake and Gazelle make their Disney On Ice debut (Photos + Video included)...
- Vero Beach Pool Closing for Several Months in Early 2028 The feature pool and surrounding amenities at Disney's Vero Beach Resort will be closed for up to 4 months in early 2028.
- New Membership Magic Beyond Slider on the Way Disney Vacation Club owners who subscribed to Membership Magic Beyond in 2026 have a new MagicBand bauble on the way. ...
- Ka-Chow! Loungefly x Pixar’s Cars 20th Anniversary Collection Now Available Loungefly’s new Pixar Cars 20th anniversary collection arrives just in time for Lightning McQueen Day (September 5). This versatile collection includes three types of bags, plus one of those mystery box bag charm sets that are so en vogue right now. These finish-line-worthy fashions are plussed with...
Theme Park News & Rumors
- Labor Day Attack Reported at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom The Labor Day festivities at Walt Disney World Resort were clouded by a violent incident in the...
- Disney’s New Rope Drop Policy Hurts Hotel Guests’ Biggest Perk (But Off-Site Visitors Are Winning) Walt Disney World has overhauled the morning rope drop procedures at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, bringing the park...
- REVIEW: We’re Obsessed with DOLE Whip, But This Disney Springs Flight is Making Us Question EVERYTHING We're trying another DOLE Whip flight in Disney World!
- Hit or Miss: We Tried All 30 “Reimagined” Menu Items at the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival We ate a lot at the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival, and we have a lot of thoughts about it.
- Disney World Flights Disrupted After Deadly Miami Plane Crash Hits Florida Airports Labor Day weekend already ranks among the most hectic stretches of the year for anyone flying in...
- This Popular Lounge Will Be OPEN During Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! You'll be able to visit this lounge during Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party.
- Disney World Crowds Suddenly Drop During Major Holiday Weekend Labor Day weekend might sound like the perfect recipe for packed walkways, long attraction lines, and a...
- Disney World Changes Annual Passholder Access, Effective Immediately Walt Disney World is once again changing how Annual Passholders can enter its theme parks, and the...
- Disney Just Released a New MagicBand Online — And It’s Sure to Go Viral Disney just released a NEW limited-edition Halloween MagicBand+ online, and Mickey and Minnie JACK-O'-LANTERNS are involved. Yep. This one's...
- “We Are All One Family.” Disney Imagineer Speaks About NEW ‘Encanto’ Ride 'Encanto' is finally hitting Disney World, but how's it going fitting into Animal Kingdom?
Latest Walt Disney Photos
- PHOTOS: The Gazebo In DCA’s Paradise Gardens Park Is Being Torn Down We’re checking out everything new around Disneyland Resort, and we’re bringing you with us! ...
- Aerial Photos Show Casita Framing and Carousel Progress in Tropical Americas Construction is moving right along on Tropical Americas at Disney's Animal Kingdom, and...
- Aerial Photos Reveal Fountain Work and Rebuilt Monstropolis Entrance at Hollywood Studios Construction on Monstropolis continues to reshape the former Muppets Courtyard at Disney's Hollywood...
- PHOTOS: Changes Continue Near Disneyland’s East Entrance There are many updates happening across the Disney parks right now, and work is underway near the entrance to Disneyland...
- Gary De'Snake and Gazelle make their Disney On Ice debut (Photos + Video included) A Gazelle concert is finally real — well, almost. Disney On Ice turns...
- PHOTOS: Seasonal Updates at the Disneyland Resort Hotels! We’re checking out all the new updates around Disneyland Resort!
- Mayan Temple Taking Shape for Indiana Jones and the Myth of the Jade Serpent The new home for Indiana Jones at Disney's Animal Kingdom is really taking...
- PHOTOS: Watch ‘Disney On Ice – Spotlight Magic!’ With Us! A new Disney On Ice show has debuted! Disney...
- Photos: New Medallions Celebrating Walt Disney World Transportation Options Appear Along with the many attractions and entertainment offerings throughout Walt Disney World, there...
- Photos/Video: New Props Help Immerse Guests Into Tiny World of 'Remy's Ratatouille Adventure' at EPCOT Devotees may recall that back in November of 2025, Remy's Ratatouille Adventure at...
Universal & Epic Universe Strategy
- Three 'Harry Potter' Lands With Interactive Experiences to be Added to Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi Three new Harry Potter lands are coming to Warner Bros. World at Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. The...
- VIDEO: Halloween Horror Nights 2026 Scare Zones & Street Experiences at Universal Studios Hollywood Throughout Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood, guests can encounter scares without having to venture into...
- Steakhouse 71 Unexpectedly Closed at Disney's Contemporary Resort in Today's Daily Recap for 9/6/2026 A $221,000 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 was added to Test Track at EPCOT, a new TSA PreCheck program...
- Full Guide to Halloween Horror Nights 2026 at Universal Studios Hollywood From tickets to houses to rides, we’ve got everything you need to know about Halloween Horror Nights...
- Aerial Photos Reveal Vertical Lift Towers and Loading Area Taking Shape on Monsters, Inc. Door Coaster in Today's Daily Recap for 9/5/2026 Aerial photos reveal vertical lift towers and loading area taking shape on Monsters, Inc. door coaster, baked...
- Disney Vacation Club Reservation Modification Rules Updated to Get Rid of 'Walking' in Today's Daily Recap for 9/4/2026 Disney Vacation Club reservation modification rules updated to get rid of ‘walking’, Buddy the Unicorn kicked out...
- Universal Orlando Annual Passholder & Team Member Clearance Shop Moves to Fast & Furious Location Universal Orlando Resort’s clearance shop exclusive to Annual Passholders and team members has moved from the Brown...
- Universal Prepares to Demolish Treasures of Poseidon Gift Shop at Islands of Adventure The former Treasures of Poseidon gift shop in The Lost Continent is now behind construction walls at...
- PHOTOS, VIDEO: Killceañera: Music by Slash House at Universal Studios Hollywood Slash is back with another haunted house soundtrack for Halloween Horror Nights. This year, the Guns N’...
- PHOTOS, VIDEO: Killer Klowns From Outer Space Return for Halloween Horror Nights 2026 The Killer Klowns From Outer Space are back on Earth at Halloween Horror Nights 2026 in Universal...