Disney announced a major overhaul to Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin and we playtested the ride’s new blasters; the opening date was revealed for the new Disney Villains and “The Little Mermaid” shows at Disney’s Hollywood Studios — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, March 26, 2025.
Daily Recap for March 26, 2025
Walt Disney World
Magic Kingdom
- As part of an initiative to bring more magic for younger guests this summer, Walt Disney World will introduce “Kid Zones” to Tomorrowland and Storybook Circus.
- Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin will get a major overhaul including a new scene, character, vehicles, blasters, and more.
- WDWNT playtested the new Space Ranger Spin blasters and targets — here’s everything we learned.
- After the announcement, Disney filed a permit for new sets at Space Ranger Spin.
- The upcoming “Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away” nighttime parade will debut “later this summer” but still has no official opening date.
- “Country Bear Musical Jamboree” ranks higher than the original show according to Guest Satisfaction surveys at Magic Kingdom.
- The Prince Charming Regal Carrousel popcorn bucket is sold out.
EPCOT
- Goofy will take over CommuniCore Hall as part of a new “Kid Zone.”
- Disney revealed new details of GEO-82, the upcoming adults-only Spaceship Earth lounge.
- Updates to Test Track will focus on the ride experience, as opposed to the pre- and post-shows.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- Disney announced the opening date for Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After and The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom
- “Zootopia: Better Zoogether!” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will reuse some existing theater effects from “It’s Tough to Be a Bug.”
Walt Disney World Resort Hotels
- For “Cool Kid Summer,” select Walt Disney World Resort Hotels will offer a new slate of activities and scheduled character appearances.
- Get up to 30% off a Walt Disney World Resort Hotel stay later this year.
- Jellyrolls announced details of their farewell event at Disney’s BoardWalk.
New Merchandise
- There are new Winnie the Pooh and Tigger Lug water bottle bags at Walt Disney World.
- The parks also have new Cinderella Castle, Minnie Mouse, and Ratatouille Lug bags.
- New Goofy and Pluto big face tote bags are available online.
Other Walt Disney World News
- Disney is adding roaming character meet and greets to early theme park entry for hotel guests.
- The popular Free Dining Plan is returning with a new Walt Disney World vacation package deal.
- Disney announced a 3-day, 3-park ticket offer for the summer.
- Select kids Walt Disney World tickets are 50% off this summer.
- Disney opened their Central Shops to media for the first time and we toured the facility.
D23
- D23 members can enter a lottery to purchase an exclusive Disney Lorcana collection of foil cards.
Entertainment and Media
- During an hours-long livestream revealing film set chairs, Marvel Studios announced the cast of “Avengers: Doomsday.”
- Surprise cast announcements included X-Men actors Ian McKellen (Magneto), Alan Cumming (Nightcrawler), Rebecca Romijn (Mystique), and James Marsden (Cyclops).
- Marvel revealed at the end of the livestream that “Avengers: Doomsday” is now in production.
Universal Studios
Universal Orlando Resort
- Check out every Epic Universe ticket option currently available.
- In our Universal photo report, we shared new How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk merchandise and construction updates.
- Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey will close temporarily for refurbishment soon.
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