With the release of Toy Story 5 on Disney+ last week, Disney is highlighting the Pixar franchise’s economic impact. 30 Years of Toy Story The groundbreaking first Toy Story film was released in 1995. Since then, there have been four direct sequels, the spin-off film Lightyear, several short films, merchandise, and theme park rides based … Read more

A court has sentenced several adults to prison for abusing children and forcing them to steal from Disneyland Paris guests. Disneyland Paris Theft According to Loopings, four men and three women of the Roma and Hamidovic families were sentenced for human trafficking on Wednesday, September 23. They exploited dozens of minors and young adults, the … Read more

Walt Disney World has several new vinyl decals inspired by Santa Gertie, Admiral Ackbar, Tomorrowland, and Disney in general. We found these in the Emporium at Magic Kingdom. Santa Gertie Sticker – $5.99 Gertie the dinosaur is pictured wearing her Santa hat and holding a red ornament in her mouth. A gold ornament floats in … Read more

Reservations opened last night, September 29, for the limited time pop-up at The Diamond Horseshoe in Magic Kingdom. A virtual queue was activated, and the opening day booked up within 15 minutes. The Diamond Horseshoe Reservations Walt Disney World used a virtual queue when reservations opened at 8 p.m. ET. Opening day — October 4 — was … Read more

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. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Incident Band Mugs shared a video on Instagram of the guest being escorted off the Magic Kingdom ride by a Cast Member. The guest had jumped out of … Read more

Watch the first official clip from Disney’s newest animated film, Hexed. Hexed Clip The 36-second clip shows Billie Doe, the main character, making magic in order to create a pathway across a swamp. As she jumps across large green shapes, those shapes become eyeballs and morph together to become a giant insect. Hexed follows teenager … Read more

Walt Disney World has begun beta testing new vacation planning tools online. The new vacation planning experience introduces flexible search with more personalized results, and a new pricing and availability calendar. Vacation Planning Test It also includes the ability to compare options, find the best available rate, ask questions and get answers based on your … Read more

Walt Disney World has a new set of Crocs charms inspired by the parks, including a miniature celebration button. We found the set at Disney Ever After in Disney Springs. Parks Crocs Charms – $24.99 The set includes three charms and one chain. They attach to Crocs shoes and other accessories via the ventilation holes. … Read more

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 box figurines inspired by Hitchhiking Ghosts, Constance Hatchaway, … Read more

New multicolored Mickey-themed ring and bracelet have arrived at Hollywood Studios and Riverside at Walt Disney World. Little Words Project Multicolor Mickey Ring – $45.00 This ring has a gold band and has multicolored Mickey-shaped gems embedded around the ring. The gems are light colors like purple, white/clear, blue, pink, and green. The ring comes … Read more

A new medallion machine has popped up at EPCOT in Walt Disney World, with medallions featuring Figment, Crush, Mickey and friends, and more. New Medallion Machine in EPCOT We spotted this new collectible medallion machine in the Creations Shop in EPCOT, offering medallions with four different front designs. One of the medallions features Crush from … Read more

Disney has released the full menu for The Diamond Horseshoe Pop-Up at Magic Kingdom. The Diamond Horseshoe Pop-Up Menu Starting on October 4, The Diamond Horseshoe at Magic Kingdom will offer a limited-time pop-up menu, replacing its old family-style menu. The full list, with prices, of small plates and specialty beverages can be found below. … Read more

The main Fortnitemares 2026 collaboration lineup has been revealed by Epic Games in new key art. The promotional image teases crossovers with Five Nights at Freddy’s, Freddy Krueger, Beetlejuice, and more ahead of the Halloween event. The full list of Fortnitemares 2026 collabs revealed are: The key art confirms the above crossovers are part of … Read more

Reservations will open soon for The Diamond Horseshoe Pop-Up in Liberty Square at Magic Kingdom. The table-service restaurant closed earlier this year for Jessie’s Roundup, part of Cool Kids’ Summer. Starting on October 4, The Diamond Horseshoe at Magic Kingdom will offer a limited-time pop-up menu, replacing its old family-style menu. The full list of small … Read more

During our recent visit to Walt Disney World, we noticed a new “moving walkway” sign was installed in the queue for Spaceship Earth at EPCOT. New Spaceship Earth Boarding Sign While riding Spaceship Earth at EPCOT today, we noticed a new sign was installed in the queue for the attraction. The sign is located above … Read more

After the recent announcement of the 2027 Tournament of Roses Royal Court, the honorees completed their annual tradition of visiting Disneyland Resort. Royal Court Visits Disneyland Resort The Tournament of Roses Royal Court consists of a select number of female high school students who are chosen based on academic achievement, community service, and leadership abilities. … Read more

Crush’s Coaster in Disneyland Paris’ Disney Adventure World is undergoing its most extensive technical refurbishment in its 20-year history. Crush’s Coaster Refurbishment The family coaster closed for work in early September and will remain closed until next summer. DLP Works has shared a few refurbishment updates. Construction walls surround the attraction and scaffolding is being … Read more

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 the anti-poaching portion of the attraction. For the … Read more

Disney Cruise Line has provided extensive community support to families, students, and community organizations throughout Skagway, Juneau, and Ketchikan, Alaska.

The jazz club opening soon at Disney’s BoardWalk at Walt Disney World has received a large new exterior sign.  Hurly-Burly Jazz Club Exterior Update The new sign is located along one side of the building beneath the roof’s gutters. The tall letters are dark teal with gold outlines, and the sign reads, “Eat, Drink, and … Read more

After revealing a reopening date earlier than anticipated, the aquatic-themed restaurant in EPCOT has officially reopened. Coral Reef Restaurant Reopens at EPCOT Coral Reef Restaurant is an eatery located next to The Seas with Nemo & Friends at EPCOT. The restaurant closed on September 8 when rolling planters went up around the entrance to the … Read more

Why is a Disney popcorn container holding chicken nuggets in a Walmart deli? That’s the question TikTok users are asking after a user shared a video of the strange occurrence. Main Street Popcorn Container at Walmart Tagged with the location of a Walmart in Celebration, Florida not far from Walt Disney World, the video was … Read more

A former Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Cast Member was allegedly fired for taking leave that was already approved. Disney Cast Member Fired After Taking Leave In a Human Resources Director article, they share that a custodial Cast Member has filed a lawsuit against Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. in the Middle District … Read more

The life of U.S. Navy general and Disney Legend Joe Potter will be recounted in a new book from the U.S. Naval Institute Press. D-Day to Disney World by Brian D. Laslie- $45.95 U.S. Air Force historian Brian D. Laslie penned D-Day to Disney World: The Remarkable Life of Major General William E. “Joe” Potter. … Read more

After first being rumored last week and seemingly confirmed by a Disney executive, more layoffs are officially happening at the Walt Disney Company. The news was confirmed today by Deadline. Disney Layoffs Now Happening Rumors of the layoff first started when a memo created by Chief Legal and Global Affairs Officer Horacio Gutierrez was widely … Read more

Dollywood has revealed a new cinnamon bubble wand featuring cinnamon-scented bubbles. Cinnamon Bubble Wand The Tennessee theme park revealed their exclusive new bubble wand on social media. Yes, we know it’s not Disney or Universal, but we wish it was. The orange wand is topped with a smiling cinnamon bread figure. The cinnamon-scented bubbles emerge … Read more

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. Goodbye Bakso Bakso will move to another Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA)-accredited zoo later this fall. Disney Parks Blog said, “And this next chapter serves … Read more

Two Walt Disney World Good Neighbor Hotels will offer a select number of suites decorated with decor for the upcoming holiday season. Hilton Orlando Holiday Suites Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista and Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace will offer only two Holiday Suites at each hotel. Each suite will be decorated with a Christmas tree, … Read more

We visited Beaches & Cream Soda Shop at Disney’s Beach Club Resort to try their new Cinnamon Roll Shake, which is available for the fall season. The milkshake can be found at the to-go window and during table-service dining. Cinnamon Roll Shake – $16 Butter Pecan Ice Cream, Spiced Brown Sugar Syrup, Fall Sprinkles, and … Read more

Former Disney Imagineer Ethan Reed celebrated the anniversary of Duffy’s friend LinaBell with a look back on her original design, including her code name: Samantha. LinaBell a.k.a. Samantha September 29 marks 5 years since LinaBell the pink fox debuted at Shanghai Disneyland. Reed posted his original pencil drawings for LinaBell’s hang tag featuring the code … Read more

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. New Dining Coming to Disney’s BoardWalk In June, Disney announced that Hurly-Burly would replace JellyRolls and that a new Basin location would open at Disney’s BoardWalk. The latest edition of Disney Files … Read more

Disney will offer a free LEGO Star Wars Darth Vader’s Lightsaber set with certain purchases next month alongside the launch of a LEGO Executor Super Star Destroyer set. LEGO Executor and Lightsaber Gift With Purchase The LEGO sets will hit DisneyStore.com on October 4, 2026 at 12 a.m. PT. The LEGO Executor Super Star Destroyer … Read more

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 extended around the fake hotel, but it was … Read more

Kevin Feige, the President of Marvel Studios, has confirmed that one character will anchor the story of Marvel’s upcoming film Avengers: Doomsday. One Character Will Anchor ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Story In a recent article with Vanity Fair, Feige indicated that Florence Pugh’s character, Yelena Belova, would be the center point of the upcoming Marvel film, Avengers: … Read more

Walt Disney World has debuted two new ear headbands. One is made of sherpa, and the other features the Death Star from Star Wars. Sherpa Ear Headband — $36.99 The ears and headband are both white and made out of sherpa material. Meanwhile, the oversized puffy bow is a darker brown color and made of … Read more

The removal of scaffolding continues on the right side of the Tower of Terror, located at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The attraction continues to undergo exterior refurbishment, which began in early May. Tower of Terror Scaffolding During our recent visit to the Tower of Terror on Monday, September 28, we noticed that more scaffolding has been … Read more

Little Words Project is hosting Very Merry Pop-Up events at Walt Disney World to celebrate the holiday season. Little Words Project Hosting a Very Merry Pop-Up At Little Words Project’s Very Merry Pop-up, you can shop exclusive holiday bracelets and bundles, create personalized gifts, meet the founder, and make a little holiday magic of your … Read more

Haunted Mansion blind box figurines inspired by Hitchhiking Ghosts, Constance Hatchaway, and more characters are coming soon. Haunted Mansion Blind Box Soon, a ghost will follow you home with a new series of The Haunted Mansion mystery figurines. The Haunted Mansion Ghost Blind Box will be available online from Disney Store beginning October 9. The … Read more

A crash has shut down all westbound lanes of I-4 near Walt Disney World Resort. Traffic is being diverted to EPCOT Center Drive. I-4 Traffic The lanes are closed near exit 67, which leads to Osceola Parkway. The Florida Department of Transportation states a major crash took place just before 10 a.m. Details of the … Read more

Signage has arrived at the Hallmark Holiday Pop-Up at Disney Springs in Walt Disney World that will celebrate the upcoming Hallmark original movie Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True. Signage Added to the Hallmark Holiday Pop-Up In our last update, Disney announced the opening timeline for the Hallmark Holiday Pop-Up in Disney … Read more

Old Navy and Disney have teamed up to release new holiday apparel and bags decorated with red-and-pink striped patterns and designs of Mickey and Friends as ornaments. Adult Apparel Oversized Graphic T-Shirt for Women – $19.99 This oversized t-shirt for women is a medium pink color and has a boxy cut. On the front is … Read more

A new collaboration with Boys & Girls Clubs in four regions will bring Disney Dreamers Academy to more students, helping them discover new opportunities close to home and at Walt Disney World Resort. Disney Dreamers Academny As Disney Dreamers Academy approaches its 20th anniversary, Walt Disney World Resort is evolving the program to expand its … Read more

Disney Store announced when the Walt Disney World 55th anniversary collection will be released online. Walt Disney World 55th Anniversary Merchandise Online Release Fans will be able to shop the merchandise online beginning October 12, 2026, after the anniversary on October 1. The Walt Disney World 55th anniversary collection is already available at the parks. … Read more

Sony has revealed the release date for digital and physical copies of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, starring Tom Holland and Zendaya. ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Digital and Physical Release The 2026 superhero film will be released on Digital-HD platforms on Tuesday, October 6. However, fans who want a physical copy will have to wait a … Read more

Disney is removing mosaic work from the pavement of Planetary Plaza outside Mission: SPACE in EPCOT. Mission: SPACE Mosaic Pavement Disney added mosaic planets and stars to the pavement back in 2023. But they proved problematic, chipping due to frequent foot traffic. Disney attempted repairs, but the mosaics have become progressively duller as they were … Read more

Disney has shared another sneak peek of more holiday merchandise coming soon online to Disney Store. Disney Store Holiday Merchandise Green Zip-Up Fleece This adult zip-up fleece jacket is an evergreen color with a Mickey Mouse with a Santa hat design all over the fabric. Collared Cream Pullover Shirt A new pullover cream long-sleeved top … Read more

Walt Disney World recently tested a new PhotoPass Magic Shot that appears to use artificial intelligence and many fans aren’t happy. AI Photo Op Amanda Wilding with Second Story Travel shared images from a Haunted Mansion Magic Shot recently tested at Magic Kingdom. Guests pose in front of the ride and their faces are then … Read more

Dennis Haskins, who portrayed Principal Richard Belding on Saved by the Bell, has died at age 75. Dennis Haskins Haskins’ agent, Jay Schachter, confirmed his death to USA TODAY, stating, “It’s a tragic loss. Everyone loved Mr. Belding and those of us who got to know Dennis, loved him even more. He was a great … Read more

The limited edition Cinderella doll honoring 55 years of Walt Disney World has arrived at the parks. 55th Anniversary Cinderella Doll – $149.99 Inspired by the Prince Charming Regal Carrousel at Walt Disney World, the doll comes in a box with a clear window. At the bottom of the window is the 55th anniversary logo … Read more

Hours for The Magic of Disney Animation have settled into a normal schedule, although there is a discrepancy between posted signage and the My Disney Experience app. The Magic of Disney Animation Hours During its first few weeks of operation, The Magic of Disney Animation had varying hours. Now, according to the My Disney Experience … Read more