The diver lock-out chamber demonstration is returning to EPCOT for the first time in five years, a woman is suing Walt Disney World after eating a “contaminated salad,” and Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid is closed for refurbishment — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, July 21, 2025.
Daily Recap (7/21/25)
Walt Disney World
Magic Kingdom
- A 25-year-old Rhode Island woman said she landed in the hospital with severe food allergies after Disney served her a contaminated salad at Be Our Guest restaurant in Magic Kingdom, according to a new lawsuit.
- As previously announced, Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid is now temporarily closed for a brief refurbishment at Magic Kingdom.
- New themed posters full of references to the Disney Parks, particularly its Western-themed attractions and shows, as well as classic Disney films, have been added to the construction walls in Frontierland, near Rivers of America.
- The refurbishment of the Main Street, U.S.A. train station at Magic Kingdom is finally nearing an end.
EPCOT
- Diver lock-out chamber demonstrations are returning to The Seas with Nemo & Friends at EPCOT.
Other Walt Disney World News
- The National Weather Service has issued another heat advisory for Central Florida, which includes Walt Disney World, as the ongoing heatwave continues to affect the area.
Disneyland Resort
Disneyland Park
- The Fantastic Four and their robot assistant H.E.R.B.I.E. will be visiting Disneyland Park for a limited time starting this week to celebrate the release of The Fantastic Four: First Steps.
- New souvenir novelties celebrating the release of Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps have been announced by Disney Eats for Disneyland Resort: The Thing Sipper and Mister Fantastic Straw Clip.
- Disney Parks Blog has announced a full lineup of food, beverages, and novelty items coming to the Disney Parks to celebrate the release of Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps, in theaters this Friday.
- Just in time for its 70th birthday, Disneyland Resort reportedly surpassed 1 billion all-time visitors this year.
Disneyland Paris
- Disney Parks Blog has announced a full lineup of food, beverages, and novelty items coming to the Disney Parks to celebrate the release of Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps, in theaters this Friday.
Hong Kong Disneyland
- Disney Parks Blog has announced a full lineup of food, beverages, and novelty items coming to the Disney Parks to celebrate the release of Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps, in theaters this Friday.
Disney Store Merchandise
- The pastel Orange Bird ear headband and mini backpack from Loungefly, previously released at the Disney Parks, is now available for purchase online.
- Disney Store has a series of new The Haunted Mansion ornaments inspired by the mansion’s facade(s), the Hitchhiking Ghosts, and more.
- Harveys has crafted a new The Haunted Mansion tote bag, now available online from the Disney Store.
Universal Orlando Resort
- The National Weather Service has issued another heat advisory for Central Florida, which includes Universal Orlando Resort, as the ongoing heatwave continues to affect the area.
Epic Universe
- While Epic Universe was still under construction, one construction worker reported his off-road utility vehicle was stolen at the park.
Universal Studios Florida
- There are more signs of Halloween Horror Nights 34 construction at Universal Studios Florida.
Universal Horror Unleashed
- Universal revealed details of the Universal Horror Unleashed backstory on the latest episode of the Discover Universal Podcast.
Disney+
- Disney+ will livestream from the blue carpet at The Fantastic Four: First Steps world premiere tonight.
WDW News Today
- WDWNT is excited to announce that we will be at Tampa Bay Comic Con next month.
Disney Starlight Debuts, Test Track 3.0 Opens, Rock ‘N’ Roller Coaster Closing Merch
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