Several things were revealed for the Disney Starlight parade, including an original character, and Test Track soft opened at EPCOT — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, July 11, 2025.

Daily Recap (7/11/25)

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Magic Kingdom

Two people talk in front of a glowing disney starlight sign and shimmering blue starlight decorations.

Disney has shared a special preview of several of the floats that will be included in the new “Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away” nighttime parade coming to Magic Kingdom.
The latest episode of “We Call it Imagineering” has revealed several new details for the upcoming “Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away” parade coming to Magic Kingdom, including the first look at an original character.
The parade will also feature original animation of Jiminy Cricket as a nod to the former SpectroMagic.
Disney has revealed a more detailed look at some of the completed costumes for “Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away,” the nighttime parade coming soon to Magic Kingdom.

EPCOT

On Friday, July 11, Test Track reportedly soft opened to guests in EPCOT.

New Merchandise

Two novelty purses: one teal with "Aloha" and a tiki face, the other shaped like a monorail with red and blue accents.

Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort has a new Lug crossbody bag featuring Chip ‘n’ Dale.
Two new Walt Disney World Lug bags are inspired by Disney’s Contemporary Resort and Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort.
A new Monsters, Inc. Ear Headband was recently released at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in limited quantities.
New Mickey and Minnie merchandise, including a Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster keychain, has arrived at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Disneyland Resort

Bright blue Disneyland 70th anniversary train featuring Donald Duck and Goofy at a station platform.

The Amtrak Pacific Surfliner is offering several special deals this summer, including a special ticket offering for guests visiting Disneyland.

Disneyland Park

Disneyland 70th cup with soft serve, pineapple, whipped cream, and a cherry, set against a blurred leafy background.

Disney revealed a new souvenir Disneyland 70th anniversary DOLE Whip cup will be released at the park next week.

Disney California Adventure

A new collection of Grizzly River Run merchandise, including apparel and a pin, is available at Disney California Adventure.

New Merchandise

Two new 70th Anniversary date-specific t-shirts have arrived at Disneyland Resort.

Universal Orlando Resort

Universal is reportedly working with Elon Musk to build transportation tunnels in Central Florida.

Epic Universe

Close-up of a colorful roller coaster themed like a train, going through a tunnel with rocky walls and a yellow track.

According to Team Members, Universal Orlando Resort is planning to utilize modified seats on Stardust Racers in Epic Universe to accommodate larger guests.