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- NEW Universal’s Earl the Squirrel Balloon Coming to Macy’s Parade!
Universal Orlando’s beloved holiday mascot, Earl the Squirrel, is heading to New York City for the 100th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade! For the first time ever, Universal Orlando Resort will have its very own balloon in the iconic Thanksgiving tradition, and it’s a pretty fitting honor for... - Earl the Squirrel to Debut as Universal Orlando's First Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloon Before Joining Park Parade
The 100th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will feature Universal Orlando Resort’s first-ever balloon, inspired by holiday mascot Earl the Squirrel. Earl the Squirrel Balloon Despite a years-long collaboration with Macy’s on their own in-park holiday parade, Universal Orlando Resort has never had a dedicated balloon in the... - Magic Kingdom Remains World's Most-Visited Theme Park, Epic Universe Enters North American Attendance Rankings in Today's Daily Recap for 10/27/2026 Australian family stranded after Tokyo Disney Trip faces $200,000 medical flight to return home for son with autism, Disney and Starbucks unveil “Mint to Be” holiday merchandise collection, and the Grinch & Friends character breakfast reservations open with price increase at Universal Islands of Adventure — all...
- Category 10 Construction Forces Detour to Universal Islands of Adventure To get from Universal CityWalk to Universal Islands of Adventure, guests now have to take a detour around construction of Luke Combs’ Category 10. CityWalk Construction Construction walls have expanded to completely block the main walkway to the theme park’s entrance. The walls begin right next to...
- Magic Kingdom Remains World's Most-Visited Theme Park, Epic Universe Enters North American Attendance Rankings Disney and Universal continue to dominate theme park attendance worldwide, according to the 2025 TEA Global Attendance Index. Magic Kingdom is the world’s most-visited theme park, and Epic Universe has entered the rankings for the first time ever. 2025 Theme Park Attendance According to the Themed Entertainment...
- The Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast Reservations Open With Price Increase at Universal Islands of Adventure Bookings are now open for The Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast during the 2026 holiday season at Universal Islands of Adventure. The price has increased compared to last year. The Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast During this experience, guests enjoy breakfast at Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous in...
- Book The Grinch Character Breakfast NOW After much speculation, the Grinch and Friends Breakfast is finally available to book! Universal Orlando previously released all of its holiday details without mentioning the Grinch breakfast and treservations usually went on sale in early October. The Grinch breakfast kicks off with the holiday season on November...
- Man Found Dead Outside Disneyland Resort Entrance in Today's Daily Recap for 10/26/2026 Disney Cruise Line reportedly removing Nemo’s Reef splash pad slide on Disney Dream and Fantasy, full list of 2026 daytime holiday food and drinks revealed for Walt Disney World, and first details of reimagined Disney’s Art of Animation Lion King and Little Mermaid rooms — all this...
- Wind Advisory Issued for Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort With 40 MPH Gusts Expected The National Weather Service in Melbourne has issued a Wind Advisory for Central Florida, including Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort. Central Florida Wind Advisory Initially issued for just coastal areas, the NWS has expanded the advisory to include Orange and Osceola Counties where the...
- More Christmas Tree Sections Staged for Impending Installation Around Walt Disney World Parks in Today's Daily Recap for 10/25/2026 Walt Disney Imagineering shares early Haunted Mansion sculpts, including unused Hitchhiking Ghost, and The Nightmare Before Christmas nod inside Haunted Mansion, and “Bird Woman” from Mary Poppins Debuts as new character during runDisney 2026 Wine & Dine Half Marathon at Walt Disney World — all this and...
- Signs of Early Demolition Around Mythos Restaurant as Lost Continent Transformation Continues at Universal Islands of Adventure The ongoing demolition of The Lost Continent at Universal Islands of Adventure appears to have reached the waterfront exterior of Mythos Restaurant, despite the fact that the dining venue remains open to guests until next year. Mythos Restaurant Exterior Demolition Instagram user @KPJPflorida shared a new video...
- Studs Added to Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift Facade at Universal Studios Florida Wall studs have been added to the new facade for Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift at Universal Studios Florida. Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift Construction Guests will enter the ride at the end of the park’s main thoroughfare in the New York area. Photos by bioreconstruct show...
- Accused Child Predator Arrested Trying to Board Disney Cruise Line Ship in Today's Daily Recap for 10/24/2026 “Balloon ladies” and long character lines at 2026 runDisney Wine & Dine 5K race spark criticism online, “The Simpsons” parodies The Nightmare Before Christmas in stop-motion “Treehouse of Horror XXXVIII” Halloween opening, and guest records video on phone that fell into her lap on Goofy’s Sky School...
- Final Track Work and Station Construction Underway on Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift at Universal Orlando Resort Crews are fine-tuning track components and completing waterfront pavement around Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift at Universal Studios Florida, as new photos offer a closer look inside the coaster’s station and surrounding construction site. Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift Construction Update The latest images, shared by aerial...
- Activist Investor Paying Former Disney CEO Bob Chapek $100K Per Month for Vail Resorts Takeover in Today's Daily Recap for 10/23/2026 Indiana Jones Adventure reopens at Disneyland with increased capacity, bigger storage pouches, and more; Universal theme park revenue drops as Comcast cites Disney competition and Epic Universe capacity challenges; and new and “reimagined” menu items coming to Columbia Harbour House at Magic Kingdom — all this and...
- Universal Theme Park Revenue Drops as Comcast Cites Disney Competition & Epic Universe Capacity Challenges Universal theme parks had a soft summer, only making $2.6 billion in Q3 2026 — a 4.4% drop from last year. The company cited competition with Disney and capacity challenges at Epic Universe. Universal Theme Park Results The adjusted EBITDA dropped 17.1% to $780 million. Theme park demand...
- Comcast Teases Epic Universe Inclusion in Future Universal Orlando Annual Passes Universal Orlando Resort may finally be gearing up to add Epic Universe to their Annual Passes. Comcast shared their Q3 2026 results on October 22 and co-CEO Mike Cavanagh referenced bringing new packages like “three-park passes” to fruition. Epic Universe Annual Pass Goldman Sachs analyst Michael Ng...
- ParkTalk Episode 17: Asia Disney Parks We discuss how the three Disney resorts in Asia differ from the American parks, and which attractions are best
- Fantasmic! Abruptly Cancelled Mid-Performance at Disney's Hollywood Studios - In Today's Daily Recap for 10/22/2026 According to an eyewitness account, Fantasmic! was abruptly cancelled mid-performance on October 21 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The Citizens of Hollywood, Galactic Starcruiser characters, and more returned to Disney’s Hollywood Studios for a private buyout event on October 20. One day after it was revealed that Mickey’s...
- Did You Know You Can Exchange Your Universal HHN Tickets? While it might not sound super exciting, exchanging my Halloween Horror Nights ticket saved my entire night. And a lot of people don’t know it is possible. One evening last week, I arrived at CityWalk at Universal Studios Orlando Resort in what I could only describe as...
- Universal Studios Japan Extends Hours for 2026 Holidays Universal Studios Japan announced extended hours for the 2026 holiday season, with the park staying open until 10 p.m. on several dates. Universal Studios Japan Holiday Hours For the rest of October—including Halloween—Universal Studios Japan will be open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. every day except...
- Former Imagineer Says Splash Mountain Was a 'Horrible Idea' - In Today's Daily Recap for 10/21/2026 A former Walt Disney Imagineer said building Splash Mountain is one of her biggest regrets. Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade will be performing during the daytime on two mid-November dates in Magic Kingdom, to film for the ABC holiday special. Disney Cruise Line has updated their...
- Universal Studios Hollywood Announces Pass Member Holiday Park Takeover This December Universal Studios Hollywood is hosting a special after-hours Pass Member Holiday Park Takeover on two nights in December. Pass Member Holiday Park Takeover Universal Studios Hollywood Pass Members will have exclusive access to the park from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. on December 1 and 2, 2026....
- Grinchmas Returns Plus New Holiday Magic Coming to Epic Universe Holidays at Universal Orlando will be here before you know it with the celebration kicking off on November 14th and running all the way until January 3rd! This year’s festivities will bring back holiday traditions like Grinchmas, the Macy’s Holiday Parade, and the Wizarding World decorated for...
- Brooks & Disney Reveal 2026 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend Running Shoes in Today's Daily Recap for 10/20/2026 Josh D’Amaro shares behind-the-scenes photos of upcoming Disney World projects, including ground-level Indiana Jones temple, fired Universal Team Member speaks out after threatening guest who hit him with 3D glasses, and Rod Serling voice actor clarifies why he visited Walt Disney Imagineering — all this and more...
- Animal Actors Closing Soon and Horror Make-Up Reopening with Blumhouse Properties Big changes are coming to shows at Universal Studios Florida, including the permanent closure and an upgrade to two opening day attractions
- Blood Dripping Effect Added to Mel's Die-In at Halloween Horror Nights 35 Universal added a blood dripping effect to the facade of Mel’s Die-In at Halloween Horror Nights in Universal Studios Florida. Mel’s Die-In ‘Blood’ Effect The quick-service restaurant’s neon signs change from Mel’s Drive-In to Mel’s Die-In during Halloween Horror Nights. Zombie carhops skate around outside the venue,...
- Fired Universal Team Member Speaks Out After Threatening Guest Who Hit Him With 3D Glasses A former Universal Orlando Resort team member claims he was fired unjustly after a guest assaulted him and he then threatened to beat them up during Halloween Horror Nights. Team Member Fired After Threatening to Beat Up Guest TikTok user @jelaur_610 a.k.a. Jelani shared a video about...
- The Food That Everyone Is Raving About This Year at HHN Discover the must-try food and drinks at Halloween Horror Nights 2026 at Universal Orlando, from smash tacos and fried PB&J bites to sweet treats! The post The Food That Everyone Is Raving About This Year at HHN first appeared on UOFan....
- Sam's Club Will Offer 10% Off Disney Gift Cards for Limited Time, Likely to Sell Out Quickly in Today's Daily Recap for 10/19/2026 Concrete poured for Cars Ridge Run Rally ride in Piston Peak National Park at Magic Kingdom, ceiling fan falls in Stardust Racers Queue at Epic Universe and possibly hits a guest, and ‘Muppet Christmas Carol’ collection featuring apparel, plush, and more now available exclusively online at Disney...
- Inde Navarrete Meets Freaky Nikki During Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood Obsession‘s Inde Navarrete and Freaky Nikki finally met face-to-face during Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood. Inde Navarrete Meets Freaky Nikki Universal Hollywood shared on their Halloween Horror Nights Instagram page that Freaky Nikki and Inde Navarrete finally came together. Inde Navarrette is known for her...
- Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Adds Announcement Reminding Guests to Not Touch Scareactors Guests waiting in line for Halloween Horror Nights houses at Universal Orlando Resort will now hear an announcement reminding them to not touch scareactors. Universal Tells Guests Not to Touch Actors The announcement was recently added to Halloween Horror Nights 35. X user @MaxThemeParked shared a video...
- Full Details of 2026 Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort Including Showtimes, Passholder Button, and Hotel Deals Universal Orlando Resort announced the full details of their 2026 holiday offerings, including decorations at Epic Universe, entertainment showtimes, Green & Red Coconut Club, and more. Universal Orlando Resort Holidays The holiday season at Universal Orlando Resort officially runs from November 14, 2026, through January 3, 2027....
- Former T2-3D Host Unveils JAWS, Back to the Future, and More McDonald’s Toys for Universal Studios Japan 25th The actress who formerly played Reika Ayanokōji, the live-action pre-show guide for the T2-3D: Battle Across Time ride, has unveiled the new Universal Studios Japan-themed McDonald’s Happy Meal toys for the park’s 25th anniversary. Universal Studios Japan McDonald’s Happy Meal Toys In a video posted on McDonald’s...
- Ceiling Fan Falls in Stardust Racers Queue at Epic Universe, Possibly Hitting a Guest A ceiling fan in the queue for Stardust Racers at Universal Epic Universe fell, reportedly hitting a guest, on Sunday, October 18, 2026. Stardust Racers Ceiling Fan Falls Shane Mercier, a.k.a. Station Tested, shared a TikTok video of the fan on the ground. It was stuck in...
- Bring Home Your Smugglers Run Cargo With a New Light-Up Coaxium Canister at Disney's Hollywood Studios in Today's Daily Recap for 10/18/2026 Mickey, Minnie, and Cinderella Castle sparkle in new Swarovski Disney jewelry at EPCOT, lightning strike scarring takes shape during Tower of Terror refurbishment at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and 2026 Disneyland hand-pulled candy cane schedule announced — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Sunday, October...
- Full List of Merchandise Available at RSVLTS Pop-Up in Disney Springs in Today's Daily Recap for 10/17/2026 New animated shadow effect of Remy and friends debuts in Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure queue at EPCOT, virtual queue in place for RSVLTS pop-up at Disney Springs this weekend, and new medallion machine featuring princesses and puppies appears at Port of Entry in EPCOT — all this and...
- Daughter Films Mom Being Removed From Disney California Adventure for Jumping Out of Ride in Today's Daily Recap for 10/16/2026 Full 2027 Banana Ball tour schedule released featuring tournament at Walt Disney World, Indiana Jones Adventure reopening date revealed for Disneyland, and Imagineering files permit for Harryhausen’s restaurant in Monstropolis at Disney’s Hollywood Studios — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, October 16,...
- Fast & Furious Supercharged and Rock 'n' Roller Coaster on Latest Theme Park Injuries Report Florida’s quarterly theme park injury report includes a handful of incidents at Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort, including on Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets and the now defunct Fast & Furious: Supercharged. 3rd Quarter 2026 Theme Park Injuries Report Major Florida theme parks...
- Universal Orlando Hotel Bars Share Halloween Overlays & Menus, Featuring Universal Monsters Lounge Universal Orlando Resort shared a look at the Halloween overlays of their hotel bars and lobbies, including the Universal Monsters Laguna Lounge, as well as details of each venue’s exclusive drinks. Jake’s American Bar Becomes Universal Monsters Laguna Lounge Jake’s American Bar at Loews Royal Pacific Resort...
- Frozen Ever After Scheduled to Close for Refurbishment at Disneyland Paris - In Today's Daily Recap for 10/15/2026 Frozen Ever After, a musical boat ride attraction inspired by Frozen, will close for refurbishment in September 2027 at Disneyland Paris. Palo, Palo Steakhouse, and Palo Trattoria on Disney Cruise Line ships will soon begin transitioning away from their prix fixe dinner menus. Walt Disney World may...
- Walt Disney World Files Permit for Test Track at EPCOT - In Today's Daily Recap for 10/14/2026 Walt Disney World filed a construction permit for electrical work at Test Track in EPCOT. The Oriental Land Company and Disney announced the name of the much-anticipated Disney Cruise Line ship coming to Japan. McDonald’s Halloween Boo Buckets are back this year, and Disney Villains will be...
- Disney Store Announces Limited-Time Annual Passholder 20% Discount in Today's Daily Recap for 10/13/2026 Limited Edition Walt Disney World 55th Anniversary Cinderella doll now available online, Nomad Lounge offering exclusive $49 food and drink Annual Passholder deal, and Disneyland closes exits and reroutes guests after suspicious device found near Harbor Boulevard — all this and more in today’s daily recap for...
- Hogwarts Express at Universal Orlando Resort Closing for Refurbishment Next Month The Hogwarts Express at Universal Orlando Resort will close for refurbishment next month. Hogwarts Express Closing The Hogwarts Express, including both stations, will be closed beginning November 4, 2026. The train usually connects the two parks via The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley....
- Guests Harassing Nikki at Halloween Horror Nights Lead to Performer Ending Character Meet and Greet Early At Halloween Horror Nights in Universal Studios Hollywood, guests identified as teenagers yelled at “Freaky” Nikki from Obsession, leading the character performer to break character and cut her meet and greet short. Nikki Breaks Character to End Meet and Greet Instagram user justindiaz7567 shared a video of...
- First Look at Refurbished Finnegan's Bar & Grill Facade as Construction Walls are Removed in Universal Studios Florida Photographer bioreconstruct shared a first look at the refurbished facade of Finnegan’s Bar & Grill in Universal Studios Florida. Although some construction walls, scaffolding, and scrim have come down, the restaurant is still scheduled to be closed through at least the end of the year. Finnegan’s Bar...
- Aerial Photos Show Drained Surf Pool & Annual Refurbishment at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon in Today's Daily Recap for 10/12/2026 TV series based on EPCOT’s Spaceship Earth gets lead actors for pilot, Disney’s Character Warehouse in Orlando Vineland Outlets moving to larger location, and exclusive Muppet Christmas Carol collection coming soon to Disney Store — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, October 12,...
- Universal Horror Unleashed Cuts Las Vegas Ticket Prices Up to 69% Amid Low Attendance Rumors Universal Horror Unleashed ticket prices have been cut up to 69% amid rumors that the year-round Las Vegas horror location is facing low attendance. Universal Horror Unleashed Ticket Prices First reported by Full House of Horrors, every ticket price has been slashed, some more than others. The...
- New Horror Make-Up Show Featuring Blumhouse Coming to Universal Orlando Universal Orlando has announced a new version of its longtime Horror Make-Up Show, and this time, Blumhouse is joining the fun! The reimagined production, officially titled Universal Horror Make-Up Show featuring Blumhouse, will explore more than 100 years of Hollywood horror and special effects, from Universal’s classic monsters to...
- Universal Orlando Resort App Adds Character Profile Pictures Including Harry Potter, Isle of Berk, Dark Universe, and More Universal Orlando Resort app users can now customize their profile with a selection of character icons including Harry Potter, Isle of Berk, Dark Universe, and more. Universal Orlando App Update To customize your profile, navigate to your account in the Universal Orlando Resort app. You’ll see the...
- Former Senior VP Suing Disney Company for Wrongful Termination Due to Ageism in Today's Daily Recap for 10/11/2026 Lightning Lane Single Pass attractions hit record-high prices at Walt Disney World, Indiana Jones pyramid, Casita structure, and future play space taking shape in Tropical Americas, and AI-generated flyers onboard Disney Cruise Line draw criticism — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Sunday, October...
- Melissa Joan Hart, AKA Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Celebrates Son's Birthday at Universal Orlando Resort Melissa Joan Hart traded spells for thrills during a visit to Universal Orlando Resort to celebrate her son Tucker’s 14th birthday, sharing highlights that included Epic Universe and Halloween Horror Nights. Melissa Joan Hart Visits Universal Orlando The Sabrina the Teenage Witch actress shared an Instagram Reel...
- Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift Vehicle Climbs 'The Spike' for Pull Testing at Universal Studios Florida Pull testing has reached the towering spike of Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift at Universal Studios Florida, with new photos from bioreconstruct showing how crews pull the test vehicle up the track and inspect its traction. Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift Pull Testing The black test vehicle...
- Regal Giving Away Doctor Doom Magic: The Gathering Card for 'Avengers: Doomsday' Opening Weekend in Today's Daily Recap for 10/10/2026 Video shows guests crossing ropes for photos in Disney California Adventure, Jurassic Park River Adventure refurbishment extended at Universal Orlando, and Mickey nutcrackers and Christmas Germany Pavilion collection now available at EPCOT — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, October 10, 2026. Disney...
- Jurassic Park River Adventure Refurbishment Extended at Universal Orlando After originally announcing a reopening date of November 20, Jurassic Park River Adventure at Universal’s Islands of Adventure is now slated to reopen right before Christmas. Jurassic Park River Adventure Refurbishment Extended Jurassic Park River Adventure closed on January 5, 2026, for a nearly year-long refurbishment at...
- Reopening Date Revealed for Tiana's Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom in Today's Daily Recap for 10/9/2026 Limited edition Princess and the Frog Lottie designer doll debuts at Walt Disney World, more construction planned for Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom, and rhino showdown leads to a wild encounter at Disney’s Animal Kingdom — all this and more in today’s daily recap...
- Universal Studios Florida Announces Return of Horror Make-Up Show, Now Featuring Blumhouse Universal’s long-running relationship with Blumhouse continues as the film production company will be part of the revamped Horror Make-Up Show at Universal Studios Florida. Universal Horror Make-Up Show Featuring Blumhouse Universal Orlando’s Horror Make-Up Show is an audience participation show that takes place in the Pantages Theater in...
- Disney Abandons World Celebration Pavement Lights After Years of Problems, Replacing With Decorative Concrete - In Today's Daily Recap for 10/8/2026 Disney has revealed the concrete replacement for the problematic pavement lights in World Celebration Gardens at EPCOT. Walt Disney World released a statement regarding the viral video of a guest diving into the water of Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros at EPCOT. Former Disney CEO...
- Service Road Construction, Retaining Wall Extended in Lost Continent at Universal Islands of Adventure Universal is developing a new service road amid demolition of The Lost Continent at Universal Islands of Adventure, aerial photos by bioreconstruct show. Lost Continent Demolition The Treasures of Poseidon gift shop was demolished, leaving just a stone wall around plants near the construction walls. Bioreconstruct’s photo...
- Universal Studios Hollywood Announces 2026 Holiday Dates, Teases Grinchmas & New Merry Minions Universal is giving guests a look into what they can expect at Universal Studios Hollywood this holiday season, including Grinchmas and Merry Minions. Holidays at Universal Hollywood On Universal Studios Hollywood’s social media platforms, they teased some of their holiday offerings for 2026. In their caption, they...
- Guest Takes Late-Night Swim in Seven Seas Lagoon at Walt Disney World - In Today's Daily Recap for 10/7/2026 A Walt Disney World guest was seen swimming in Seven Seas Lagoon at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Incidentally, a second, separate incident featured in a viral video shows a guest apparently diving headfirst into the water of Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros at EPCOT. Former...
- Walt Disney World Raises 2027 Ticket Prices as Peak Single-Day Admission Hits $229 - In Today's Daily Recap for 10/6/2026 The Walt Disney World ticket prices have been raised, with the highest-priced day hitting $229. Walt Disney World announced price increases for all four tiers of its Annual Pass program. In one instance, the price increased $120. Food and beverage prices have increased across the board at...
- Is Epic Universe’s NEW After-Hours Event Worth $180? We went to Universal Nights at Epic Universe...but is it worth it?
- How Many Attractions Can You Ride After Epic Universe Closes? How many rides did we ride at Universal Nights at Epic Universe?
- Should You Still Be Worried About Epic Universe Crowds? How are Epic Universe crowds these days? It depends on the ride...
- More Theming Added as Pull Testing Continues at Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift at Universal Studios Florida The imposing track of Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift now towers over Universal Studios Florida, and as pull testing continues, more themed elements are sprouting up on and around the coaster, as captured by aerial photographer bioreconstruct. Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift Construction Update The most visible...
- VIDEO: Waymo Self-Driving Car Runs Red Light Near Universal Orlando Resort A recent video shows a Waymo self-driving vehicle appearing to run a red light at an intersection in Orlando. Waymo Runs a Red Light A social media user named @melisaunfiltered posted the video to Threads on Sunday, October 4, claiming the incident happened at the intersection of...
- Updated Hilt Theme and More Lightsaber Effects Coming to Savi's Workshop in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge in Today's Daily Recap for 10/5/2026 Nightmare Before Christmas bar, Encanto, Tangled, and more rumored spaces for Disney’s new Believe cruise ship, Lightning Lane Premier Pass sells out across multiple Walt Disney World parks ahead of holiday weekend, and Disney updates Monstropolis concept art to remove Silence of the Lambs parody and monster-themed...
- Waterfront Walkways Continue to Take Shape Along Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift at Universal Orlando Construction continues to transform the area surrounding the upcoming Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift roller coaster at Universal Studios Florida, and work continues on the waterfront walkways alongside the project. Waterfront Walkways at Universal Orlando In a series of photos shared by photographer @bioreconstruct, we can get...
- Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Preshow Updated to Prevent Guest 'Jokes' at EPCOT in Today's Daily Recap for 10/4/2026 We review The Diamond Horseshoe Pop-Up at Magic Kingdom, solar-powered trash cans removed from Tiana’s Bayou Adventure queue as old cans return, and Anaheim authorities confront Disneyland ‘Bird Man’ known for soliciting tourists with exotic birds — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Sunday,...
- Foundation Work Commences for Future Dark Universe Attraction at Epic Universe New aerial photos reveal extensive site preparation and foundation work for a future attraction behind Dark Universe at Universal Epic Universe. Dark Universe Attraction Construction Aerial photographer @bioreconstruct captured the latest work on the expansion pad behind the Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment show building. The once-wooded...
- October 2026 Walt Disney World Pin Release Includes Dumbo 85th Anniversary, Veterans Day, and More in Today's Daily Recap for 10/3/2026 Opening date revealed for Hallmark Holiday Pop-Up shop at Disney Springs, The Nightmare Before Christmas Starbucks tumbler arrives at Walt Disney World, and messy pesticide application leaves green splatters and footprints on Walt Disney World Transportation and Ticket Center walkways — all this and more in today’s...
- Jack & Pearl Osbourne Become Scareactors in Ozzy Maze at Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood Ozzy Osbourne’s son Jack Osbourne recently honored his late father most fittingly: he and his daughter became scareactors in the Prince of Darkness’s maze at Universal Studios Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights. Jack & Pearl Osbourne Get the Scareactor Experience In the video posted to the official Universal...
- Disney Buys Former Yamaha Campus Near Disneyland for $115 Million in Today's Daily Recap for 10/2/2026 ‘Darth on a Hearth,’ Cheshire Cat Loungefly, holiday keepsakes, and more merchandise coming this month, first of four new Gate Link trams now in service at Orlando International Airport, and Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge brings 3D street mural experience to New York City — all this and more...
- Everything You Can Do in Epic Universe AFTER It Closes The first Universal Nights at Epic Universe is almost here and this is everything you can do!
- Fireworks Return to Celestial Goodnight Show Following Technical Issue at Epic Universe Fireworks have returned to the Celestial Goodnight show at Universal’s Epic Universe. The show has been without pyrotechnics following a technical issue. Fireworks Return to Celestial Goodnight at Epic Universe On September 14, several social media users commented on the disappearance of fireworks at the show, which...
- Walt Disney World President Joe Schott Delivers 55th Anniversary Remarks at Cinderella Castle - In Today's Daily Recap for 10/1/2026 Walt Disney World President Joe Schott delivered remarks in front of Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom on Thursday, October 1, in celebration of the park’s 55th anniversary. Universal Orlando Resort and Mack Rides, the company responsible for designing and creating Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, are facing...
- Villains Land Rides Update at Magic Kingdom – Everything We Know Four new rides are being built at Magic Kingdom including a Maleficent thrill coaster and a dark ride featuring the Disney Villains. Let's check in on new official info, detailed permits, and the latest...
- Villains Land Rides Update at Magic Kingdom – Everything We Know Four new rides are being built at Magic Kingdom including a Maleficent thrill coaster and a dark ride featuring the Disney Villains. Let's check in on new official info, detailed permits, and the latest...
- Universal Sued After Child Loses Consciousness, Suffers Injuries on Stardust Racers at Epic Universe Universal Orlando Resort and Mack Rides, the company responsible for designing and creating Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, are facing a new lawsuit after a child was injured after riding the attraction in 2025. Stardust Racers Lawsuit In a complaint submitted on August 17, 2026, the plaintiff,...
- Grown Man Jumps Out of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Ride Vehicle Right Before Big Drop - In Today's Daily Recap for 9/30/2026 A Walt Disney World guest jumped out of a Tiana’s Bayou Adventure ride vehicle right before the big drop, apparently because he was scared. A guest claimed that they were in a rear-end collision while on Radiator Springs Racers, located in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure....
- Walt Disney World Reveals Dapper Mickey Magnet for Renewing Annual Passholders - In Today's Daily Recap for 9/29/2026 Walt Disney World Annual Passholders who renew their pass will now get a special dapper Mickey Passholder magnet in the mail. A crash has shut down all westbound lanes of I-4 near Walt Disney World Resort. Traffic is being diverted to EPCOT Center Drive. Haunted Mansion blind...
- Themed Scrim Added to Priscilla Hotel Facade at Universal Studios Florida, Offers Guests Slightly Better View The Priscilla Hotel facade at Universal Studios Florida now has printed themed scrim, offering a slightly nicer view of the building for guests. Universal Studios Florida Construction The facade is attached to Finnegan’s Bar & Grill, which is undergoing a major renovation. Earlier this month, scaffolding was...
- Bakso the Tiger Leaving Disney’s Animal Kingdom - In Today's Daily Recap for 9/28/2026 Bakso the tiger, who guests watched grow from a cub to an adult at Disney’s Animal Kingdom over the past two years, will be leaving the park this fall. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom were both closed for unknown reasons. EPCOT...
- Full List of Halloween Horror Nights 35 Weekly Magnet Releases, Includes HamiKuma, Fortnitemares, and More Each week of Halloween Horror Nights 35 at Universal Orlando Resort, a new magnet is released based on one of the event’s icons or IPs. Here are all of the magnets released so far and a preview of upcoming magnets. Lil’ Boo Magnet – $14 The first...
- Holding Areas Removed as Disney's Animal Kingdom Changes Rope Drop Procedures - In Today's Daily Recap for 9/27/2026 An update to rope drop procedures has been adopted at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Old Navy and Disney have teamed up to release a new holiday apparel collection featuring the characters from The Muppet’s Christmas Carol. Guests took their porch goose, named Lucy Goosey, to Walt Disney World for...
- Kevin Feige Officially Confirms One Character Will Anchor the Entire 'Avengers: Doomsday' Story - In Today's Daily Recap for 9/26/2026 Kevin Feige, the President of Marvel Studios, has confirmed that one character will anchor the story of Marvel’s upcoming film Avengers: Doomsday. Man arrested after Disneyland influencer says she was touched inappropriately during livestream. Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit debuts for 2026 Halloween season at EPCOT. All this and...
- Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift Vehicle Reaches Halfway Point in Ride Clearance Test at Universal Orlando Photographer @bioreconstruct has shared new photos on X of the ride vehicle clearance testing occurring on the new Fast & Furious coaster at Universal Orlando Resort. Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift Clearance Testing Clearance testing was first being set-up at the ride last week, with more photos...
- Universal Pictures Becomes the First Studio to Cross $5 Billion at the Global Box Office in 2026
- RUMOR: Matterhorn Bobsleds to be Torn Down & Rebuilt in New Location as Part of Tomorrowland Reimagining - In Today's Daily Recap for 9/25/2026 Matterhorn Bobsleds, the first roller coaster ride attraction at Disneyland Park and the very first tubular steel coaster in the world, is rumored to be torn down and rebuilt in a new location of the park as part of the reimagining of the nearby Tomorrowland. Celebrate 55...
- Universal Mardi Gras is Officially Back in February Universal Orlando has officially confirmed Mardi Gras is back February 6 – March 7, 2027! This colorful event inspired by Mardi Gras in New Orleans and Carnaval around the world, is included in your Universal Studios Florida park admission. We don’t have any other details just yet but it’s...
- All of Our Halloween Horror Nights Thoughts and House Rankings We’re halfway through the Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) season and we’re ready to share our thoughts on this year’s 35th anniversary event including our personal house rankings and the value of Express Pass. Our team has visited the event several times and experienced all there is to...
- Distorted AI-Generated Images Cover Universal Store Construction Wall at Orlando Airport AI-generated photos of Universal merchandise, including Mario characters, cover a construction wall at the Orlando International Airport. AI-Generated Photos at MCO In an Instagram video shared by Instagram user @walkintheparktravel, they seemingly stopped by the Universal Orlando Resort store in the East Hall area of the airport...
- Treasures of Poseidon Gift Shop Demolished in The Lost Continent at Universal Islands of Adventure The Treasures of Poseidon gift shop in The Lost Continent at Universal Islands of Adventure has been demolished. Treasures of Poseidon Demolition This photo by bioreconstruct on X shows the spot where Treasures of Poseidon used to be, now offering a view straight across the Islands of...
- Universal Orlando Graphic Designer Reveals Creation Process of Halloween Horror Nights Souvenir 'Blinky' Cup Daniel, a senior graphic designer at Universal Orlando Resort, is giving a glimpse of the behind-the-scenes process of creating the design seen on this year’s Halloween Horror Nights souvenir “Blinky” cups. Halloween Horror Nights Souvenir Cup In a video shared on the Universal Creative Official’s account, Daniel...
- New Counter Service Restaurant Coming to Disney’s BoardWalk in Today's Daily Recap for 9/24/2026 The latest edition of the Disney Files magazine has teased a new quick-service dining location coming to Disney’s BoardWalk at Walt Disney World. Bob Iger has admitted that Disney wasn’t thorough enough when choosing Bob Chapek as his successor. Ahead of his memoir’s release, Bob Chapek has...
- ParkStop Podcast: Episode 91 – Halloween Horror Nights 35 Our review for all ten haunted houses for HHN35 in Orlando. What were our favorite mazes, scares, and foods? Plus the Nickelodeon bathrooms!
- Dates Revealed for 2027 Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval Universal Orlando Resort has shared the dates for the 2027 Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval. Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval Dates The special event returns February 6 – March 27, 2027 and features a spectacular parade, beads by the handful, live music, and...
- What You Need to Bring to HHN This Year Halloween Horror Nights is upon us promising scares and thrills every Wednesday-Sunday until November 1st. With houses like Sinners and Ozzy Osbourne inside Universal Studios this year, the crowds have been big and the energy has been high. If you’re planning on going, there are some things...
- Bob Chapek Rejects All Personal Responsibility, Stands By Price Hikes, and Blames Iger in New Memoir in Today's Daily Recap for 9/23/2026 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 CEO, in his new memoir. Disney and Columbia have a new Mickey’s Outdoor Club fall collection...
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