Fantasmic is moving to earlier performances in March, concrete is poured near Big Thunder Mountain, and a free princess jewelry box by Pandora — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, January 8, 2026.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Bus Depot Expansion Nears Completion

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Steamboat Willie Plush Lands at Big Top in Magic Kingdom

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Pizza Planet, Mickey, and Walt Disney World Canvas Tote Bags

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Jimmy Zasowski Promoted to President of Platform Distribution for Disney Entertainment and ESPN

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Las Vegas Sphere Transformed into LEGO Death Star

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Kathryn Hahn In Talks With Disney To Play Mother Gothel In Live-Action ‘Tangled’

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‘Honorary Guardian’ Guardians of the Galaxy Tee Now Available at Walt Disney World

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TIME Names Disney Among ‘America’s Most Iconic Companies’

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Review: Valentine’s Morello Cherry Sundae at Disney Springs

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Tumblers Featuring Ride Vehicles, Garbage Cans, and More at Walt Disney World

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Disney Vacation Club Reveals 35th Anniversary Logo

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Raising Cane’s Now Open at Universal CityWalk Hollywood

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Fantasmic Moving to Earlier Performances in March 2026

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Minnie Mouse Big Face Hearts Canvas Tote Arrives Online at Disney Store

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Disney Legend Bob Gurr Reflects on 70 Years of Disneyland

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Anaheim Ducks Day 2026 at Disneyland Resort Will Include Photo Ops, Rally, Food, and More

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Concrete Poured Near Big Thunder Mountain, Construction Materials Arrive at Piston Peak National Park

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Dino Institute Musician Will Move Locations After DinoLand Closure

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More Steel Added to Encanto Ride Building at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Minnie & Princess Writing Pens Arrive at Walt Disney World

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Full Line-up of Universal Orlando Resort 2026 Events

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Dates Announced for Universal Halloween Horror Nights 2026

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Bridges & Nets Return to Monkey Exhibit Before Reopening at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Free Disney Princess Jewelry Box by Pandora With Purchase of 2 Products From Premium Princess Collection

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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Themed Merchandise Includes Hats & Mickey Plush

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Disney Highlights AI Planning Tools For Advertisers at Tech & Data Showcase

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Disney Springs and CityWalk in Top 10 Movie Theaters of 2025

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‘Poutine is My Routine’ T-Shirt Now Available at Walt Disney World

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Visit Disney World For As Low As $64/Day with Discounted Florida Resident Ticket Offers

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