The latest shoulder plush at Walt Disney World features Olaf, the snowman from Frozen who loves warm hugs. Olaf Shoulder Plush – $34.99 This shoulder plush is shaped like Olaf and covered in soft white fabric. His facial features and buttons are embroidered, and he has brown felt arms and hair. His orange carrot nose … Read more

Construction walls block half of the ramp leading up to the Tomorrowland Monorail station at Disneyland. Tomorrowland Monorail Station Refurbishment The blue walls have a temporary railing on them for guests going up or down the ramp. These block what is usually an entrance ramp, while the open side was for exiting. Instead, guests are … Read more

Lilypad from Toy Story 5 has a new gig as DJ of Alien Swirling Saucers at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Lilypad Coming to Toy Story Land Disney Parks shared concept art of a larger-than-life version of Lilypad outside Alien Swirling Saucers, where she will be “in full DJ mode with all-new music” for the ride. Disney … Read more

Chilli, Rusty, and the Heelers are featured as plush bag charms and car magnets at Walt Disney World Resort.

The cast and crew of Zootopia have shared their excitement about birds being included in the third installment of the franchise. ‘Zootopia 3’ Birds “The idea of bringing birds into this world is something that we’ve been excited about for years,” Jared Bush, CCO of Walt Disney Animation Studios, said at D23: The Ultimate Disney … Read more

Terrace discusses Glitch’s full-season order, her ambition to build a 2D indie pipeline, and what’s ahead for her sci-fi epic.

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Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party is almost completely sold out for October 2026. Oogie Boogie Bash Dates Since our update last week, October 13, 20, and 29 have sold out. October 29 was the last date before Halloween itself. The only remaining dates that month are October 1 and 27. But several dates … Read more

<p>A Moana- and island-inspired flavored coffee blend has debuted online at Joffrey&#8217;s Coffee and Tea.</p>

<p>Richard L. O’Connor, who produced The Muppet Movie, has died at 96. Richard L. O’Connor The Emmy Award winning producer, studio executive, and long-time resident of the Mendocino Coast died in Palm Desert, California on July 22, 2026. His cause of death is not known. You can read his obituary in full here. He was born in &#8230; <a title="Richard L. O’Connor, &#039;The Muppet Movie&#039; Executive Producer, Dies at 96" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2026/08/richard-l-oconnor-the-muppet-movie-executive-producer-dies-at-96/" aria-label="Read more about Richard L. O’Connor, &#039;The Muppet Movie&#039; Executive Producer, Dies at 96">Read more</a></p>

<p>Just hours after the arrival of The Muppet Labs novelty flask at Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios, Disney has already pulled the item, and it is not currently available for purchase. The Muppet Labs Flask The laboratory-style cups were available starting today, August 1, with purchase of the Pink Le-moi-nade ($6.79) or Pond Water Limeade ($6.99) at &#8230; <a title="The Muppet Labs Novelty Flask Pulled at Hollywood Studios Just Hours After Arrival, Not Currently Available to Purchase" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2026/08/the-muppet-labs-novelty-flask-pulled-at-hollywood-studios-just-hours-after-arrival-not-currently-available-to-purchase/" aria-label="Read more about The Muppet Labs Novelty Flask Pulled at Hollywood Studios Just Hours After Arrival, Not Currently Available to Purchase">Read more</a></p>

<p>Guests can bring the rustic beauty of Disney’s Wilderness Lodge home with a new ornament modeled after the resort’s distinctive architecture. Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Ornament — $34.99 The fully sculpted ornament resembles a miniature architectural model of Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. One side recreates the resort’s main entrance, including its layered green roofs, timber walls, stone &#8230; <a title="New Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Ornament Features Detailed Hotel Miniature" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2026/08/new-disneys-wilderness-lodge-ornament-features-detailed-hotel-miniature/" aria-label="Read more about New Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Ornament Features Detailed Hotel Miniature">Read more</a></p>

<p>Celebrate the upcoming spooky season at Disneyland Resort with new Pandora charms themed to Halloween versions of popular characters, among other new releases. We saw these charms at La Mascarade d&#8217;Orleans in Disneyland Park, but some are also available online at the Disney Store. Ghost Minnie Charm &#8211; $85 This ghost is treat-or-treat ready. The &#8230; <a title="Pumpkin Stitch, Doom Buggy, and More Pandora Charms Now Available at Disneyland Resort" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2026/08/pumpkin-stitch-doom-buggy-and-more-pandora-charms-now-available-at-disneyland-resort/" aria-label="Read more about Pumpkin Stitch, Doom Buggy, and More Pandora Charms Now Available at Disneyland Resort">Read more</a></p>

<p>A floating platform with construction equipment has arrived at the ferryboat dock outside Magic Kingdom. The dock and queue will be extended alongside the addition of a fourth ferryboat, expanding capacity. Ferryboat Dock Construction Construction walls were installed a week ago but now extend down the side of the entire ferryboat queue, thinning the walkway. &#8230; <a title="Construction Equipment Arrives for Magic Kingdom Dock Extension" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2026/07/construction-equipment-arrives-for-magic-kingdom-dock-extension/" aria-label="Read more about Construction Equipment Arrives for Magic Kingdom Dock Extension">Read more</a></p>

<p>Walt Disney Imagineering filed a permit for the installation of signage in the new Monstropolis land at Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios. Monstropolis Signage The permit is for 361 Cypress Dr&nbsp;—&nbsp;the address of the former Stage 1 Company Store, which was completely demolished last year. The use of this address probably means the sign will be in &#8230; <a title="Imagineering Files Permit for New Signage at Monstropolis in Disney&#039;s Hollywood Studios" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2026/07/imagineering-files-permit-for-new-signage-at-monstropolis-in-disneys-hollywood-studios/" aria-label="Read more about Imagineering Files Permit for New Signage at Monstropolis in Disney&#039;s Hollywood Studios">Read more</a></p>

<p>It appears the next Walt Disney World Annual Passholder magnet will feature Kermit, making it the first-ever AP magnet featuring a Muppet. Kermit Annual Passholder Magnet Disney shared a video on social media and in The Passholder Buzz on My Disney Experience teasing the magnet. The video features a serene pond of floating lilypads with &#8230; <a title="Disney World Teases First-Ever Muppet Annual Passholder Magnet" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2026/07/disney-world-teases-first-ever-muppet-annual-passholder-magnet/" aria-label="Read more about Disney World Teases First-Ever Muppet Annual Passholder Magnet">Read more</a></p>

<p>A pair of new solar-powered trash cans have arrived in the queue of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom. Solar-Powered Trash Cans Come to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure We spotted the new trash cans in the outdoor portion of the Tiana’s Bayou Adventure queue, near the “Children’s Garden” sign and close to the green double doors &#8230; <a title="Walt Disney World&#039;s New Solar-Powered Trash Cans Make Their Debut at Magic Kingdom" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2026/07/walt-disney-worlds-new-solar-powered-trash-cans-make-their-debut-at-magic-kingdom/" aria-label="Read more about Walt Disney World&#039;s New Solar-Powered Trash Cans Make Their Debut at Magic Kingdom">Read more</a></p>

<p>Fresh cornbread, a staple at Boatwright&#8217;s in Port Orleans Riverside, disappeared from the menu earlier this year and was replaced with pre-packaged ciabatta bread. It has now returned to the table-service restaurant. Fresh Cornbread Returns Boatwright’s Dining Hall, the full-service resort dining venue at Walt Disney World’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside, rolled out several &#8230; <a title="Fresh Cornbread Returns to Boatwright&#039;s in Port Orleans Riverside After Guests Complained" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2026/07/fresh-cornbread-returns-to-boatwrights-in-port-orleans-riverside/" aria-label="Read more about Fresh Cornbread Returns to Boatwright&#039;s in Port Orleans Riverside After Guests Complained">Read more</a></p>

<p>Disneyland Resort will see several attractions close this summer, including Cozy Cone Motel locations, Haunted Mansion (for seasonal overlay), and more. Disneyland Park Entering the park, Main Street Cinema, located on Main Street, will be closed beginning August 10. There is no reopening date yet. We previously knew King Arthur Carrousel would close on July &#8230; <a title="Disneyland Resort Adds Several Attractions to Refurbishment Calendar This Summer" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2026/06/disneyland-resort-adds-several-attractions-to-refurbishment-calendar-this-summer/" aria-label="Read more about Disneyland Resort Adds Several Attractions to Refurbishment Calendar This Summer">Read more</a></p>

<p>As part of Pixar Summer Fest, Hong Kong Disneyland has launched a limited-time, Pixar-themed Popcorn Pop-Up Shop. It features merchandise of characters as popcorn as well as a popcorn machine-style claw machine. The pop-up shop is located at the Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A. While the website doesn&#8217;t indicate a closing date, Pixar Summer Fest &#8230; <a title="Hong Kong Disneyland Launches Limited Time Pixar-Themed Popcorn Pop-Up Shop" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2026/06/hong-kong-disneyland-launches-limited-time-pixar-themed-popcorn-pop-up-shop/" aria-label="Read more about Hong Kong Disneyland Launches Limited Time Pixar-Themed Popcorn Pop-Up Shop">Read more</a></p>

<p>Pete&#8217;s Silly Sideshow at Magic Kingdom has a confirmed reopening date. The attraction has been closed since January for refurbishment. Pete&#8217;s Silly Sideshow The attraction, which houses meets and greets for Minnie, Donald, Daisy, and Goofy, will reopen on Saturday, June 27, 2026. Operating hours are 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Minnie, Goofy, Daisy, and &#8230; <a title="Reopening Date for Pete&#039;s Silly Sideshow at Magic Kingdom" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2026/06/reopening-date-for-petes-silly-sideshow-at-magic-kingdom/" aria-label="Read more about Reopening Date for Pete&#039;s Silly Sideshow at Magic Kingdom">Read more</a></p>

<p>Disney Branded Television, Disney&#8217;s division focused on TV aimed at kids and families, is changing its name to Disney Kids &amp; Family. Disney Branded Television Becomes Disney Kids &amp; Family Debra OConnell, who recently stepped into the new role of chairman of Disney Entertainment Television, and Ayo Davis, president of the division, announced the name &#8230; <a title="Disney Branded Television Rebranding with New Name" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2026/06/disney-branded-television-rebranding-with-new-name/" aria-label="Read more about Disney Branded Television Rebranding with New Name">Read more</a></p>