We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Friday, October 16, 2020.
Walt Disney World

Magic Kingdom
- Come along for our photo report where we see some new merch, Rabbit’s Halloween costume, and some refurbishments underway at the Haunted Mansion
- Construction over at TRON Lightcycle / Run continues to move along in the Magic Kingdom with additions to the lighted canopy structure
- Christmas tree sections have been staged backstage at Magic Kingdom in preparation for installation after the Halloween season
- More gold and rose gold accents have been added to the Magic Kingdom toll plaza, which is undergoing a refurbishment in preparation for the 50th anniversary
- Some vertical supports beneath the PeopleMover in front of the Purple Wall at Magic Kingdom have been painted white
EPCOT
- The France Pavilion construction continues along, with the new Remy ticket booths being unwrapped inside the entrance of the attraction
Disney’s Hollywood Studios

- Hard plexiglass dividers are soon to be installed on all ride vehicles, known as Prison Transports, on Rise of the Resistance
Disney Springs
- Signage was recently removed from The VOID in Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort, and now the signage has been removed from the Disney Springs location as well
Walt Disney World Resort Hotels
- Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort has reopened after a several months-long closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic
- New permits filed by Walt Disney World suggest work will be starting soon on the retheme of hotel rooms with the Moana overlay
Other Walt Disney World News
- The Walt Disney World Annual Passholder 30% discount on shopDisney has now been extended through October 29, 2020

- Walt Disney World has asked guests to reschedule their visit if they cannot properly wear face masks at all times during their visit
- For the first time ever, a specialty Walt Disney World Resort license plate is available for pre-sale in honor of the resort’s 50th anniversary, with proceeds going to the Make-A-Wish Foundation
- Updated park hours have just been posted for the Walt Disney World theme parks through Saturday, January 2, 2021
Disneyland Resort
- Disneyland is implementing several additional recommendations from the state, including placing social distancing markers outside restrooms, installing more hand sanitizing stations at attractions, and adding Spanish language signs with health and safety information
New Merchandise

- Cal Kestis’ lightsaber is in development and Count Dooku’s lightsaber is ready to make its way into Dok Ondar’s Den of Antiquities, and we have your first look
- Foolish Mortals can get their hands on the newest Dooney & Bourke bags featuring the popular wallpaper pattern from The Haunted Mansion on October 19 in Disney Springs
- Attention, Space Rangers: be on the lookout for a new Spirit Jersey at Walt Disney World themed to Buzz Lightyear!
- We’ve finally spotted the new Starbucks Disney Parks ceramic Disneyland mug, celebrating the classic lands we know and love
The Walt Disney Company
- Disney is facing a lawsuit that could threaten profits from some of their biggest blockbusters in recent years, including Avengers: Age of Ultron, Guardians of the Galaxy, and the remake of Beauty and the Beast
Universal Studios
Universal Orlando Resort
- Williams of Hollywood Prop Shop will be reopening this weekend for Universal Orlando Annual Passholders to shop around for graphics, signage, props, and displays from past events at Universal
- Universal Orlando Annual Passholders will be able to grab a new Harry Potter button and map as part of their exclusive November perks
WDW News Today

- We’re breaking the last 50 years of Walt Disney World down week-by-week until the 50th anniversary to take a look at each year with all the openings, achievements and highlights, and this week is 1972
Walt Disney World Resort Reservations Now Open for Booking Into 2022 – NewsToday 10/16
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