Disney Releases Statement on False Active Shooter Report & More: Daily Recap (8/30/24)

Brit Tuttle

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Disney Releases Statement on False Active Shooter Report & More: Daily Recap (8/30/24)

Disney releases a statement following false reports of an active shooter at Magic Kingdom, a “Nightmare Before Christmas” Scary Teddy popcorn bucket is coming to Disney Parks, and Disneyland reveals new additions coming to Downtown Disney District — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, August 30, 2024.

Daily Recap for August 30, 2024

Walt Disney World

Magic Kingdom

Several police vehicles with flashing lights are parked under a monorail track near a covered pedestrian area at night, reminiscent of the bustling scenes around Magic Kingdom.
Source: Anthony Penny
  • Disney released a statement in the early hours of the morning following a false active shooter report at Magic Kingdom.
  • One of our reporters visited Magic Kingdom today, and put together a fresh, new photo report.

EPCOT

A sign for the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by Corkcicle is displayed in front of decorative installations and foliage, with the iconic EPCOT geodesic sphere in the background.

New Merchandise

A toy figure resembling a black and white bear with a stitched mouth sits in front of a green, Halloween-themed background with spooky decorations, including an old clock and orange lights. It looks like the perfect companion for a night filled with scary teddies and popcorn buckets.
  • A Scary Teddy popcorn bucket inspired by a toy from Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas” is coming to Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort.

Other Walt Disney World News

Happily Ever After fireworks

Disneyland Resort

Artist concept of people gathered outside an Avengers-themed attraction named "Avengers Reserve." The entrance showcases various superhero images and a life-sized Hulk statue on the left.

Disney Cruise Line

A group of people pose together in a gym-like setting on the left. On the right, a man speaks to the camera, wearing a black jacket and a name tag. Various exercise equipment is visible in the background.

Universal Studios

Universal Orlando Resort

Two stone statues of women are set against a brick wall. One holds a cluster of grapes while the other holds a bouquet of flowers. The detailed, weathered figures stand as if they belong in a museum, their eerie presence evoking the chilling atmosphere of Halloween Horror Nights.

WDW News Today

Disney Balloon Causes Mass Anarchy at Magic Kingdom, New Disneyland Restaurants

NEW Musical World of Coco Show at Disney California Adventure

FULL TOUR – Dead Coconut Club ft. Blumhouse at HHN 33

That’s it for today; we hope you enjoyed this Daily Recap. Thanks for stopping by, and we’ll see you tomorrow!

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