Over 60 Disney, Marvel, and Star Wars LEGO sets are retiring, WDWNT spotted a new pirate Christmas tree in Magic Kingdom, and more scrim is up around the former Rivers of America — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, September 27, 2025.
Daily Recap (9/27/25)
Walt Disney World
Magic Kingdom
- Even more construction walls and scrim now surround the Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom, although they still aren’t completely blocking views of the drained river.
EPCOT
- The Moana-section of the EPCOT parking lot has reopened after a month-long resurfacing project.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- Movieland Memorabilia, the entrance gift shop of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, has been undergoing a refurbishment for the past several weeks.
New Merchandise
- Customize a bracelet with Disney charms from Little Words Project, now available at Disney World.
- Several LEGO sets from Disney, Marvel, Harry Potter, and Star Wars are set to retire by the end of 2025.
Other Walt Disney World News
- Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park at Walt Disney World is getting new beach chairs with upgraded textures and new colors.
Disneyland Resort
- Disney Parks Blog has announced the 2025 recipients of the Walt Disney Legacy Award at Disneyland Resort.
Disneyland Resorts
- Halloween decor, including giant edible displays, has arrived at both the Disneyland Hotel and Grand Californian Hotel. The decor this year includes references to The Haunted Mansion, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Mickey pumpkins, and more.
New Merchandise
- Disneyland Resort has a new T-shirt featuring Trader Sam’s, and this one is specifically for the Enchanted Tiki Bar location.
- Disneyland has received a new collection of character-focused varsity jackets, with designs themed to Mickey Mouse, Baymax, The Emperor’s New Groove, and many more!
Hong Kong Disneyland
- The talking Mickey popcorn bucket will soon be available at Hong Kong Disneyland, as reported by Disney Magical Kingdom Blog.
Universal Orlando Resort
Epic Universe
- North Star Wintry Wonders in Celestial Park is the chilly merchandise location in Epic Universe where you can find ornaments, apparel, and more. Read our full list of every item available at the store, along with pictures and prices.
- Visit Moonship Chocolates & Celestial Sweets in Celestial Park at Epic Universe to buy original merchandise and treats, including some items themed to our favorite original character Captain Cacao!
New Merchandise
- Minions merchandise featuring Bob’s adorable teddy bear, Tim, is now available at Universal Orlando Resort.
WDW News Today
- Spend the day with our WDWNT reporter in Magic Kingdom for a song with the Dapper Dans, a look at the updated Grand Floridian Resort, and a new pirates-themed Christmas tree in our latest Photo Report.
That’s it for today; we hope you enjoyed this Daily Recap. Thanks for stopping by, and we’ll see you tomorrow!