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Trending: Bob Chapek Memoir and Comments on Bob Iger · The Turf Club Bar and Grill Reopening Menu at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa · Disney+ and Hulu Price Increases · New Imagineering Permit for Unlisted Address Near Haunted Mansion at Magic Kingdom Latest developments: Former Disney CEO Bob Chapek is breaking his silence ahead of the September 29 release of his memoir Behind the Castle Walls: My Thirty Years at the Happiest Place on Earth, where early reads reveal he directly blames Bob Iger for his 2022 firing and stands by his strategy of raising prices at Disney Parks without accepting personal responsibility. Meanwhile, The Turf Club Bar and Grill at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa is preparing to welcome guests back on September 30 following a multi-month refurbishment, revealing a refreshed menu featuring everything from French Onion Soup to new entrées, updated cocktails, and a trimmed dessert lineup. In streaming news, Disney+ and Hulu subscription prices have risen by up to 13 percent as of September 23, with premium tiers jumping 13.2 percent while existing subscribers keep their current rate until October 21. Finally, Walt Disney Imagineering filed a construction permit for general construction at an unlisted address at 1610 Magic Kingdom Dr., a non-existent street address located near Haunted Mansion at Magic Kingdom, suggesting a brand-new structure tied to ongoing developments. Trending topics updated · 8:16 PMDisney News Now · September 23 
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- Disney Jr. Announces 'Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+' Season 2 Release Date, Shares Official Trailer Disney Jr. announced the release date for Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+ season 2 alongside a new trailer previewing some upcoming adventures. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+ Season 2 Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+ will premiere September 30 on Disney Jr. and the next day on Disney+. Bret Iwan, the voice of Mickey,...
- Grogu Takes Over New Backpack, Hat, and Star Wars Accessories at Disneyland New Grogu and Star Wars accessories are available at Disneyland Park. The post Grogu Takes Over New Backpack, Hat, and Star Wars Accessories at Disneyland appeared first on WDW News Today.
- Dr. Facilier Cosplay Backpack, Flotsam and Jetsam Tote Bag, and More Disney Villains Loungefly Designs Now Available Online Represent your favorite Disney Villain with new bags and mystery pins that are now available for purchase online at Loungefly. Dr. Facilier Cosplay Mini Backpack – $90 This purple-and-black mini backpack features appliqué detailing of Dr. Facilier’s hat, face, suit, and necklace as seen in The Princess and...
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- Disney’s Historic Enchanted Tiki Room Closes to Guests, Multiple Attractions Rumored to Be at Risk One of Disney’s longest-running attractions has officially closed to guests. The Enchanted Tiki Room dates back to 1963, when Walt Disney debuted the original version at Disneyland. More than 60 years later, the California attraction still operates in Adventureland, making it one of the resort’s oldest surviving experiences.
- Minecraft is moving into American Dream — but it won’t stay forever American Dream is adding a new block to its attraction lineup. Step into the Minecraft Overworld, face Creepers and help save the village — but don't wait too long to start crafting your adventure. The post Minecraft is moving into American Dream...
- Bob Chapek Takes Credit for Josh D’Amaro’s Rise to Disney CEO Despite D’Amaro Nearly Quitting Under His Leadership WDWNT LLC may be compensated if you make a purchase using certain links in this article. Former Disney CEO Bob Chapek now claims he played a key role in elevating Josh D’Amaro to Disney CEO, despite D’Amaro considering leaving the company due to concerns over Chapek’s leadership....
- Marketplace Co-Op at Disney Springs Fully Reopens, New Floor Installation Complete The flooring replacement at Marketplace Co-Op in Disney Springs appears to be complete, and all areas of the store have reopened. Marketplace Co-Op Flooring Replacement Complete Different sections of Marketplace Co-Op closed for several weeks at a time throughout the summer as crews replaced the flooring. The...
- Lucas Museum of Narrative Art Opens to the Public, Featuring 'Star Wars', Pop Culture Props, Historic Art Pieces, and More The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is now open in Los Angeles. Co-founded by George Lucas and Mellody Hobson, the museum celebrates visual storytelling through works connected to Star Wars, Norman Rockwell, Jack Kirby, Frida Kahlo, Banksy, and more. Lucas Museum of Narrative Art The museum was...
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- Bob Chapek Rejects All Personal Responsibility, Stands By Price Hikes, and Blames Iger in New Memoir WDWNT LLC may be compensated if you make a purchase using certain links in this article. Former Disney CEO Bob Chapek stands by his strategy of raising prices at Disney Parks, rejects any personal responsibility, and blames Bob Iger, who both preceded and succeeded him as Disney...
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- Monstropolis Construction Permits Filed for Harryhausen's & Archie's Scare Pig Pizza at Disney's Hollywood Studios Walt Disney Imagineering has filed two more construction permits for Monstropolis restaurants at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Monstropolis Permits One permit is for 359 Cypress Drive, the address for Harryhausen’s (previously Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano), and and the other is for 357 Cypress Drive, Archie’s Scare Pig Pizza...
- New Found Glory Still Performing at EPCOT to Honor Late Lead Guitarist Chad Gilbert New Found Glory announced they will still perform at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival following the passing of lead guitarist and backing vocalist Chad Gilbert this week. New Found Glory at EPCOT The band wrote on social media that they are canceling their upcoming Aftershock...
- Dates and Details Revealed for Holiday Character Dining at Disneyland We should be enjoying the spooky season, but it’s hard when Disney keeps getting us excited for the holidays! We can just imagine strolling down Main Street, U.S.A. with a festive treat in hand, taking in all the sights, sounds, and smells that the holidays at Disney Parks have to...
- Your Disney+ Subscription Probably Just Got MORE Expensive It always happens around this time of the year. Disney starts raising prices on just about everything, including Disney World and Disneyland park tickets, Disney World Annual Passes, Disneyland Magic Key Passes, food, drinks, and more. We usually know to expect...
- Marvel Merchandise Including Bomber Jacket, Doctor Doom Pin, & Stark Industries Backpack Debut at Disneyland Resort A new Stark Industries backpack is now available at Disneyland Resort. The post Marvel Merchandise Including Bomber Jacket, Doctor Doom Pin, & Stark Industries Backpack Debut at Disneyland Resort appeared first on WDW News Today.
- Scented Beignet Loungefly Purse, Ornament, and Hoodie at Disney's Port Orleans Resort Celebrate Mickey beignets with a new scented Loungefly purse, ornament, and hoodie from Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter. They’re available in Jackson Square Gifts & Desires. Scented Beignet All Day Loungefly Purse – $80 This purse is styled like a paper bag with three Mickey beignets...
- Disney Springs Face Painting Kiosk Closing Soon The face painting kiosk at Disney Springs will soon close, potentially permanently. Face Painting Kiosk at Disney Springs Cast Members said the kiosk will be closing Friday, September 25. They do not know the reason for the closure, if it’s permanent, or if the kiosk will move...
- Toy Story Lot Shuttle Drop-Off Temporarily Relocating Due to Disneyland Esplanade Construction The Toy Story Lot shuttle drop-off at Disneyland Resort will soon temporarily move due to construction on the Esplanade. Toy Story Lot Shuttle Drop-Off Changes The Disneyland closures and construction page now reads, “Toy Story Lot shuttle drop-off will remain in the East Esplanade area and will...
- This Is the Silliest Travel Gadget Yet — So Why Do We Want It? File this one under the “How do these actually exist?” category… ©Amazon We’ve seen a LOT of travel gadgets over the years, but nothing quite like this. Weird travel pillows, tools for the oddest routines, and miniature versions...
- Disney Reveals First Look at the Refreshed Turf Club Bar and Grill at Saratoga Springs Turf Club Bar and Grill Reopening on September 30 at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort Following a multi-month refurbishment at Disney’s...
- PHOTOS: Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift Ride Vehicle Completing Clearance Testing at Universal Studios Florida Photographer bioreconstruct has up-close photos of the Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift ride car at Universal Studios Florida. The car, modeled after Dominic Toretto’s 1970 Dodge Charger, is being used for pull-through testing and envelope testing. Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift Testing The car has four seats...
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- Disney & Columbia Announce Mickey's Outdoor Club Fall Collection, Launches in Late September Disney and Columbia have a new Mickey’s Outdoor Club fall collection releasing later this month that features products for the whole family. New Disney x Columbia Collection This new collection from Columbia features outdoor apparel for the cooler months, including half-snap fleece pullover jackets, seen in the...
- The 8 Best Disney Sweatshirts From Amazon, Target, and BoxLunch Summer is starting to wind down, and temperatures are starting to get cooler, which means you’ll soon be buying sweatshirts to stay warm! And what better sweatshirt than a Disney sweatshirt! ©Amazon We’ve been scouring all...
- ‘Forgotten Island’ merchandise rollout includes limited-edition ube ice cream “Forgotten Island” is expanding beyond the big screen with new merchandise, including backpacks, apparel, books and a limited-edition Magnolia ube ice cream. The post ‘Forgotten Island’ merchandise rollout includes limited-edition ube ice cream appeared first on Attractions Magazine.
- Burger King x Hello Kitty collaboration surfaces in leaked promo materials Hello Kitty may be headed to Burger King just weeks after her McDonald’s crossover. Leaked images show six possible collectible toys, including a gold Hello Kitty, but the launch date is still unclear. The post Burger King x Hello Kitty collaboration surfaces...
- EVERYTHING You Need To Know For The 2026 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend Lace up your sneakers and start stretching, because the 2026 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend is almost here! ©Disney The Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend will run from October 22nd to October 25th, 2026. Disney just announced some...
- Final Warning Issued: Disney Park Prepares To Shut Down 20-Year-Old Tower of Terror Guests have less than a week to enjoy Tower of Terror at one Disney theme park. The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror debuted at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 1994, dropping guests through the abandoned Hollywood Tower Hotel. Its success spawned versions at Disney California Adventure in 2004, Tokyo DisneySea in...
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- We Used to Joke Orlando Airport Was the Start of Your Disney World Vacation and Now It’s Serious Each year, Orlando International Airport (MCO) sees millions of visitors, and for many of them, the airport serves as a gateway — and in some ways, the official start of a vacation — to Disney World, Universal Orlando, and other Central Florida tourist attractions.
- Disney Parks Pin Trading Bags and Board Inserts Arrive at Disneyland Resort Disney Parks pin trading bags and pin board inserts are now available at Disneyland Resort. The post Disney Parks Pin Trading Bags and Board Inserts Arrive at Disneyland Resort appeared first on WDW News Today.
- Burgundy Sparkly Minnie Mouse Ear Headband Now Available at Walt Disney World A burgundy sparkly Minnie Mouse ear headband has arrived at Walt Disney World. We spotted it at Big Top Souvenirs at Magic Kingdom. Burgundy Sparkly Ear Headband – $36.99 The new ear headband features sparkles on both ears and the outside of the headband. Meanwhile, the inside...
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- Disney+ Subscriber Agreement Update Sparks Confusion Over Ads on 'Ad-Free' Tiers A recent update to the Disney+ subscriber agreement in Europe is causing confusion regarding ads on the streaming service. Disney+ Ads Disney+ changed their European subscriber agreement in June and recently informed customers of the update. The agreement now states ad-free tiers may include limited promotional content,...
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- This Buzz Lightyear Toy Actually FLIES It’s official: the flying Buzz Lightyear toy is officially back in STOCK. And we don’t think it’ll stay in stock for long! Buzz Lightyear This is sure to be one of the HOTTEST toys this season, and one...
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- Brightline Reportedly Preparing to File for Bankruptcy This Week, Won't Affect Train Operations Brightline is reportedly preparing to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as soon as this week. However, train operations aren’t being affected. Brightline Bankruptcy According to Bloomberg’s source, the Florida railroad hopes to restructure its $1.1 billion of corporate debt, which ranks below senior municipal bonds in its...
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- First Look at New Menu for Reopening of Turf Club, Disney World’s Top Sleeper Restaurant! Walt Disney World has officially revealed the reopening date of Turf Club Bar & Grill, along with a first look at new dishes, desserts, and drinks coming to the underrated-est table service restaurant at Saratoga Springs Resort. Here’s a rundown of the new menu with food photos, reopening details, and...
- FIRST LOOK at New Ride and Land Coming to One of Europe’s Most Popular Theme Parks Earlier this year, we had an opportunity to visit Efteling theme park in Europe, which was one of the most unique and charming theme parks we think we’ve ever been to. Spoiler alert: we LOVED IT. ©Efteling We recently learned that the theme...
- FULL MENU REVEALED for Newly Refurbished Disney World Hotel Restaurant Disney World has been working on just about EVERYTHING at the resort…the parks are getting new lands, expansions, and rides, and hotels are getting refurbishments, new rooms, and more. Well, Disney World restaurants are also getting some refreshing.
- Brightline Bankruptcy Report: What Disney Travelers Need to Know Brightline is reportedly preparing to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, possibly this week. Bloomberg reported it on September 22. If you have a train booked to Orlando, read the next section before you worry about it. ...
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- Star Tours and Mandalorian and Grogu Pins Arrive at Walt Disney World Star Wars pins featuring Star Tours characters and the Mandalorian and Grogu are now available at Walt Disney World Resort. We spotted these pins at Tatooine Traders at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Star Tours Pin — $14.99 R2-D2, C-3PO, and Aly San San, the flight safety instructions droid,...
- 'Hyperia City' Set Brings 'Coco' and New Ink Drop Mechanic to Disney Lorcana Ravensburger revealed the latest Disney Lorcana set, “Hyperia City,” which introduces Coco to the popular trading card game alongside a new ink drop mechanic. ‘Hyperia City’ “Hyperia City” is both the name and the setting of the 14th Disney Lorcana set. On the official website, Hyperia City...
- Disney Cruise Line Expands 25% Off Placeholder Reservation Deal to Sailings Through Fall 2027 Disney Cruise Line announced that they’ve added additional sailings to the ‘Onboard Offer’ Placeholder Reservation list, including itineraries through September 2027. Guests can now apply their placeholder reservation to these select voyages and save up to 25% off, up from the normal 10% discount. This covers details, DCL ‘bounceback’ basics,...
- Disney Files Several Construction Permits for Disney Springs and Bridge Work New Disney Springs Permits Filed for Bridge, Restaurants, and Shops Walt Disney World has filed a new batch of construction permits around Disney Springs, including one...
- Monsters, Inc. Door Coaster Show Building Begins to Dominate the Hollywood Studios Skyline Massive ‘Monsters, Inc.’ Door Coaster Building Takes Shape at Hollywood Studios The skyline at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is officially changing! Construction on...
- Plain Gray Solar-Powered Trash Cans Take Over Majority of Disney's Hollywood Studios Plain gray solar-powered trash cans have arrived across the majority of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, including near Toy Story Land, one of the most colorful areas of the park. Gray Solar-Powered Trash Cans Take Over Disney’s Hollywood Studios During our recent visit to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we noticed...
- Boards Installed on Magic Kingdom Ferryboat Dock Expansion The ferryboat dock expansion at Magic Kingdom is coming along quickly, with fresh boards installed across the framework. Ferryboat Dock Extension Last month, timber pilings were cut and installed along the outer edge of the expansion. The pilings were further cut down and boards were installed, creating...
- Jiko Review Jiko is a table-service restaurant in Animal Kingdom Lodge. The restaurant serves African cuisine and is open for dinner. Jiko falls into Disney World’s signature dining category, costing 2 credits on the Disney Dining Plan while offering 10% off for annual passholders and Disney Visa cardholders. In...
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- Several Construction Permits Filed for Disney Springs, Including for Bridge Walt Disney World has filed several construction permits for Disney Springs, mostly in The Landing and Town Center areas. Disney Springs Construction Permits All the permits contract Disney’s in-house Buena Vista Construction Company for “General Construction.” They were filed by Disney’s Facility Asset Management team, which usually...
- I Stayed at the Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando – Here’s My Full Review of this Polynesian Paradise Our honest review of Universal's Loews Royal Pacific Resort: rooms, dining, pool, and Express Passes—was the splurge worth it? The post I Stayed at the Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando – Here’s My Full Review of this Polynesian Paradise appeared...
- How To Fly To Disney World For $100 If you’re planning a Disney World trip, you’re probably working with a budget that covers your hotel room, tickets, food, and everything you’ll need while you’re in your Disney World hotel and at the parks. But you also have to figure...
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- Exclusive VIP Tour Crossbody Bag and Ear Headband Now Available at Disneyland Resort Guests who take a VIP tour at Disneyland Resort can now purchase exclusive ear headbands and crossbody bags to commemorate their trip. VIP tour merchandise debuted at Disneyland in 2024, with new items released occasionally. VIP Crossbody Bag – $90 This crossbody bag features a black upper section...
- Six and Seventh S.E.A. Artifact Clues Shared by Walt Disney Imagineering, Timeskipper Device Revealed Two more S.E.A. artifact clue have been shared by Walt Disney Imagineering, suggesting a time-traveling device was used by the thief. Who Stole S.E.A.’s Artifact? Walt Disney Imagineering has been leading fans on a digital scavenger hunt to uncover a stolen Society of Explorers and Adventurers (S.E.A.)...
- More Sailings Added for 25% off Disney Cruise Line Placeholder Reservation Bookings Disney Cruise Line has added more discounted sailings available to cruisers with a Placeholder Reservation. Guests applying their Placeholder Reservation can save up to 25% on eligible sailings. Disney Cruise Line Placeholder Reservation Discount A Placeholder Reservation, offering 10% off future sailings, can be made while onboard...
- FIRST LOOK At Construction on A Popular Cruise Line’s New Ship We love to spend days in theme parks, but let’s face it…that kind of vacation can sometimes be EXHAUSTING (seriously, just a day walking all over EPCOT can wear you out). So if you’re looking for a different kind of vacation, a cruise might...
- Disney World Has ‘Coco’ and ‘Encanto’ Photo Ops for a Limited Time! It’s a rite of passage to take family photos when you’re in Disney World! A Cast Member in Magic Kingdom! How else are you going to look back fondly on your trip 20 years from now if you...
- We Spent Thousands of Hours Testing Shoes in Disney World — Here’s What You Need To Know! When you walk around theme parks for your job, you not only become an expert in those parks, but you also become an expert in shoes! One of our favorite shoes After thousands of hours walking the parks in every shoe imaginable,...
- Why so many Orlando attractions appear on a new ‘most dangerous’ list? Six Orlando destinations, including SeaWorld, Walt Disney World and Universal Studios Florida, appear on a surprising “most dangerous” attractions list—but the methodology requires a closer look. The post Why so many Orlando attractions appear on a new ‘most dangerous’ list? appeared first...
- Construction Walls Block Path Between Marvel Super Hero Island and Toon Lagoon at Universal's Islands of Adventure Construction walls block the path between Marvel Super Hero Island and Toon Lagoon at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Toon Lagoon Construction Walls The construction walls are located in Toon Lagoon and surround the entirety of the carnival games area. There is a temporary detour through the Toon...
- Disney Reorganizes Consumer Products, Moving Licensing to Studios While Parks Merchandise Stays With Experiences Disney is reorganizing consumer products with the promotions of Cathleen Taff and Lisa Baldzicki. This will allow the company to move licensing to Disney Entertainment – Studios. The Experiences division will retain the park merchandise. Cathleen Taff and Lisa Baldzicki Cathleen Taff is being promoted to President...
- Celebrate Elephants at Walt Disney World on Elephant Appreciation Day September 22 marks Elephant Appreciation Day, a day just for appreciating some of the biggest creatures in the animal kingdom. The day is separate from World Elephant Day, which falls on August 12 and is dedicated to the protection of elephants. But it’s never a bad day...
- Disney+ Greenlights 'Darkwing Duck' Series With Mark Hamill in Lead Role Disney has greenlit an all-new Darkwing Duck series with Mark Hamill voicing the titular character. We first learned the series was in development in 2020. New Darkwing Duck Series The original animated series, part of The Disney Afternoon programming block, ran from 1991 to 1992 for a...
- Disney Is Bringing Back an ICONIC Disney Channel Series, And Our Team Is Freaking Out! The Disney Afternoon programming on Disney Channel is ICONIC, and for a good reason. Some of Disney’s most popular — and iconic — animated series were shown during that time. That’s why we love seeing some of those characters celebrating when Disneyland has its Disney Channel Nite....
- Disney Just Dropped A NEW PERK For D23 Members Who’s ready for an Adventure by Disney? Meeeeeeeeee! ©Disney Adventure by Disney is a great way to travel the world, enjoy amazing experiences and activities, and do it all with the Disney hospitality you know and love. There’s a new deal you won’t want to miss...
- A Limited Time Dessert is Coming to EPCOT EPCOT is obviously the park to visit when you're looking for good food and a wide variety of it. The nations of World Showcase provide an incredible international menu. The various festivals at the park provide a lot of limited-time food and drink, but one upcoming item is going to...
- The Mara at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge Temporarily Shifting to Mobile Order Only Every Walt Disney World restaurant is somebody's favorite, and nobody likes it when their favorite spot is closed for refurbishment. Of course, that is going to happen from time to time everywhere. The Mara at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge is a favorite spot to grab a quick bite for many,...
- Disneyland Reveals Rideshare, Bus, Parking Shuttle & Security Changes for Eastern Gateway Construction Following last month’s groundbreaking ceremony, Disney has begun laying the groundwork for sweeping security, transportation, and rideshare changes ahead of Eastern Gateway construction kicking into high gear. Here’s your routine update on the current Disneyland Resort construction project about which we are most excited. Late last month, Disneyland started on...
- Disneyland Confirms Security Relocation as Construction Reshapes Entrance Disneyland Resort has confirmed another temporary change to the way guests enter its Anaheim theme parks. As construction reshapes the eastern side of the Esplanade between Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park, Disney says the East Security screening area will move into the space occupied by the east-side ticket...
- This Popular Magic Kingdom Souvenir Just Got An UPGRADE A BIG upgrade has arrived at Magic Kingdom, and there’s a chance you may have walked right by it! Tomorrowland If you’ve ever ridden the Tomorrowland Speedway at Magic Kingdom, you’ve probably seen that you can...
- The $10 Bluey Souvenir Everyone Is Buying On Amazon Today It would basically be a crime for us NOT to share this fantastic Bluey souvenir deal with you! ©Amazon Chances are, you or a loved one is totally obsessed with Bluey! The hit Australian TV show (and soon-to-be movie) has taken...
- You’re Going to do a Double Take When You See What Disney Put on Display in EPCOT It’s ridiculously easy to fall in love in Disney World. (Warning: I can guarantee you that I am not taking this in the direction that you’re thinking.) EPCOT I mean, we all melt a little bit when Flynn Rider smirks at us during the Festival of...
- QUICK! Southwest Is Offering Tickets For Under $100! When you are planning your next Disney World trip, or any vacation at all, the expenses can add up quick. Between tickets, hotels, and, of course, airfare, traveling can be very expensive. Southwest Airlines Which...
- New Moonlight Magic Event Dates Added at WDW Disney Vacation Club has just added new 2026 event dates to their Moonlight Magic series of complimentary, after-hours events in Walt Disney World theme parks. Eligible DVC members and their guests can attend one of these added events at EPCOT on October 15, or at Animal Kingdom on November 30...
- Limited-Time 'Toy Story 5: The Great Toy Rescue' Map Launches in Fortnite Toy Story 5: The Great Toy Rescue, a new game where players find missing toys on different islands, is now available in Fortnite. Toy Story 5: The Great Toy Rescue in Fortnite Players have the chance to find Woody, Jessie, Buzz Lightyear, Rex, Hamm, and Forky in...
- Halloween Horror Nights Guests Can Ride Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift With New $20 Ticket Add-On Universal Studios Hollywood has released an add-on ticket for access to Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift during Halloween Horror Nights 2026. Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift Add-On Ticket The add-on is $19.95 and grants access to Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift during Halloween Horror Nights from 7...
- Limited-Time Mango Custard Mooncake Coming to EPCOT for Chinese Moon Festival The China pavilion at EPCOT will celebrate the annual Moon Festival with a new Mango Custard Mooncake, which will only be available for a limited time. Mango Custard Mooncake The Mango Custard Mooncake is a dragon fruit-infused Snow Skin Mooncake filled with Mango Custard. It will be...
- The Muppets Pre-Show Added to World of Color — ONE at Disney California Adventure The Muppets pre-show, which debuted during the nighttime spectacular World of Color Happiness! in May 2025 but then later removed, has been added to World of Color — ONE. Muppets Pre-Show for World of Color — ONE World of Color — ONE returned to Disney California Adventure...
- DFB Video: 50 Disney World Ride Secrets Only the Pros Know Today, we’re revealing the Disney World RIDE SECRETS that’ve been gatekept by the pros (including us) for FAR TOO LONG. Check out our new video: 50 Disney World Ride Secrets Only the Pros Know Are you a...
- 3 Disney Halloween Loungeflys You Can Get at BoxLunch Now Embrace the Halloween season with some new spooky Loungeflys! ©BoxLunch BoxLunch and Loungefly usually offer some FANTASTIC Halloween souvenirs every fall, and this year is shaping up to be a real winner. We’re sharing with you three finds that are definitely worth looking into as Halloween...
- ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Fave Taylor Hanson Also Wonders if His Fans Are Responsible for Crashing ABC’s Website During Week 1: “Fans That Have Followed My World Over The Years Have Definitely Crashed A Server” Could Taylor Hanson's fans propel the singer and Britt Stewart all the way to the finale of Dancing with the Stars?
- Dollywood Is Offering a BIG Ticket and Hotel Deal This Fall We’re heading into one of the best times of the year to visit theme parks! Dollywood It’s fall now, so most kids are back in school and the weather is starting to cool down. This means that if you’re hoping to take a...
- New "Dancing With the Stars" Merchandise Arrives Online Fans of Dancing With the Stars can now show off their love for the ballroom competition with a fresh lineup of merchandise. The official Dancing With the Stars store has added new apparel and accessories, including collections celebrating the show's men and women, its Hollywood roots, and the iconic Mirrorball...
- Photos: First Look at Disneyland Paris' New Disney Wonders Shopping Experience Disney Village at Disneyland Paris has been undergoing a lot of changes over the last couple of years, but the biggest change may be yet to come. A brand new shopping experience is coming to Disney Village that promises to be unlike anything we've seen before.What's Happening:Disney Wonders, a brand...
- CONFIRMED: Little Red Elephant Audio-Animatronic Returns to Disney's Animal Kingdom Little Red, the baby elephant animatronic, has returned to a guest-facing location at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. We wrote of its reported return back in April, but we now have visual proof. Little Red Animatronic Returns Originally part of Kilimanjaro Safaris, Little Red was a prop used for...
- Sanderson Sisters Apparel, Binx Bucket Bag, and More 'Hocus Pocus' Merchandise Arrives Online Merchandise themed to Hocus Pocus is now running “amuck” online at the Disney Store for the 2026 Halloween season. Sanderson Sisters T-Shirt – $39.99 This jersey knit t-shirt for adults features a dark gray/black mineral wash. The heads of Mary, Winifred, and Sarah are printed above the...
- One Side of Alien Swirling Saucers Closed, Rolling Planters Replace Ride Vehicle at Disney's Hollywood Studios One side of Alien Swirling Saucers is closed at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, with rolling planters replacing one vehicle. Alien Swirling Saucers Side Closure When we stopped by the spinning ride—located in Toy Story Land—on Tuesday, September 22, we noticed that only one side of the ride was...
Theme Park News & Rumors
- Bob Chapek Doesn't Hold Back on Bob Iger in His New Book Bob Chapek's memoir "Behind the Castle Walls" publishes September 29, and a New...
- REVIEW: I Would Gladly Ride 82 Disney World Buses Just To Get This Drink Again This viral Biscoff Latte is popular for a reason!
- Updates Given on Renamed Magic Kingdom Resort at Disney World Disney World’s exciting upcoming resort has a new name, and recent updates reveal the sheer scope of...
- New Disney+ Pricing: What You'll Pay and How Much More Disney+ prices have risen across most plans as of September 23, 2026. Premium...
- Our Favorite Disney World Essentials Are On Sale On Amazon Today Some of our favorite Disney essentials are on sale at Amazon right now!
- Disney World Alert: 67% of Animal Kingdom Attractions Suddenly Go Dark Guests heading to Disney’s Animal Kingdom may want to rethink how they plan their day before arriving....
- Two People Attacked in the Magic Kingdom Area Over the Last 24 Hours The Orange County Sheriff’s Office has responded to two different violent incidents in the Magic Kingdom Resort...
- REVIEW: By the Time You’re Done Reading This, You’ll Be On Your Way to EPCOT for This Dessert We tried a new treat at EPCOT, and obsessed is an understatement!
- Two People Have Disappeared From Disney World Since Midnight, According To Police Two people were reported missing from Walt Disney World Resort during a 12-hour window on September 23,...
- runDisney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend Arrives October 22, Expect Bigger Crowds There is a specific kind of person who sets an alarm for 2:30 in the morning while...
Latest Walt Disney Photos
- Photos: Half of Alien Swirling Saucers Closed Ahead of Debut of New Elements This Friday With just a few days to go until some new magic debuts at...
- Disney Files Several Construction Permits for Disney Springs and Bridge Work New Disney Springs Permits Filed for Bridge, Restaurants, and Shops Walt Disney World...
- Monsters, Inc. Door Coaster Show Building Begins to Dominate the Hollywood Studios Skyline Massive ‘Monsters, Inc.' Door Coaster Building Takes Shape at Hollywood Studios The skyline...
- Construction Permits Filed for Tomorrowland Terrace and DVC Lounge at Magic Kingdom Disney Files New Construction Permits for Tomorrowland Terrace and McKim's Mile House at...
- Photos: New Official Disney Pin Trading Bags at Walt Disney World Disney pin traders have a new way to show off and keep their...
- 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...
Universal & Epic Universe Strategy
- PHOTOS: Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift Ride Vehicle Completing Clearance Testing at Universal Studios Florida Photographer bioreconstruct has up-close photos of the Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift ride car at Universal Studios...
- Construction Walls, Scrim Installed Outside Islands of Adventure Trading Company at Universal Orlando Resort Construction walls and scrim have been installed outside one of the gift shops at Islands of Adventure....
- Little Red Elephant Audio-Animatronic Returns to Disney's Animal Kingdom in Today's Daily Recap for 9/22/2026 Olaf animatronic breaks down and forces closure at The Magic of Disney Animation in Disney’s Hollywood Studios,...
- Universal Kids Resort Introduces Gold Annual Pass Guests can currently upgrade to or soon purchase a Gold Annual Pass for year-round access to the...
- Construction Walls Block Path Between Marvel Super Hero Island and Toon Lagoon at Universal's Islands of Adventure Construction walls block the path between Marvel Super Hero Island and Toon Lagoon at Universal’s Islands of...
- Halloween Horror Nights Guests Can Ride Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift With New $20 Ticket Add-On Universal Studios Hollywood has released an add-on ticket for access to Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift during...
- Universal Orlando Adds Tribute to Late Team Member in H.R. Bloodengutz House Universal Orlando has added a tribute to a team member who recently passed away to the H.R....
- New Dark Ride Rumors for Epic Universe – Construction for Dark Universe Expansion Dark Universe...
- Atlantic Dance Hall Ending Normal Operations at Disney's BoardWalk in Today's Daily Recap for 9/21/2026 Disney donates $100,000 to gorilla conservation groups to honor Animal Kingdom silverback Bakari, Josh Gad meets walking,...
- New Dark Ride Rumors for Epic Universe – Construction for Dark Universe Expansion Dark Universe...