Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort gingerbread house will not return for the 2026 holiday season, or any future years, as Disney is permanently retiring it. As expected, the classic Cinderella Castle Dream Lights will not be illuminating the castle at the Magic Kingdom this year. Walt Disney World announced various special offers available for guests visiting during the holiday season, which officially runs from November 13, 2026 through January 6, 2027.

All this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, June 24, 2026.

Disney News Recap

REVIEW: Key Lime Pie Pancakes, Breakfast Burger, and More Upgrades at Steakhouse 71

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Big Boi Lumpia Coming Soon to Downtown Disney

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Kids Not Tall Enough for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Get a ‘Future Rock Star’ Card

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Cast of Hallmark’s ‘Disney World Wish Come True’ Try Not to React on Slinky Dog Dash

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New Germany Pavilion Merchandise Collection Brings Traditional Alpine Style to EPCOT

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‘Toy Story 5’ Balloon Available at Walt Disney World

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Bluey & Bingo Create-Your-Own Headband Plush Now Available at Walt Disney World

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Animal Kingdom Lodge – Kidani Village Briefly Without Air Conditioning Tuesday Evening

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PhotoPass Teases Holiday Photo Ops at Walt Disney World

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Disney Replacing Real Grass With Artificial Grass at Ray’s Berets

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Trailer & Details of ‘Disney Celebrates America: The Pursuit of Happiness’ Special

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Haunted Mansion Cupola Gets New Finish at Magic Kingdom

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Cinderella Castle Dream Lights Will Not Return for 2026 Holiday Season at Magic Kingdom

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Big Top Souvenirs Gets New Roof, Pete’s Silly Sideshow Prepares for Reopening at Magic Kingdom

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Pirates of the Caribbean Exterior Queue Repaint Nearly Complete

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BREAKING: Disney’s Grand Floridian Gingerbread House Permanently Retired

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Mickey Elf Shake & More Returning to Disneyland Resort for 2026 Holidays

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Resort Gingerbread Displays Missing From 2026 Walt Disney World Holiday Announcements

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Disneyland Confirms 2026 Return of “it’s a small world” & Cars Land Holiday Ride Overlays

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Disney Starlight Parade Will Not Perform on Nights With Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in 2026

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Walt Disney World Special Hotel Offers for 2026 Holiday Season

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Christmas Decorations Returning to Walt Disney World Resorts in 2026

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Christmas Tree Stroll, Santa Claus Meet & Greet, and More Returning to Disney Springs for 2026 Holidays

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Tree of Life Awakenings Holiday, Merry Menagerie, and More Disney’s Animal Kingdom Offerings for 2026 Season

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2026 Holidays at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Bring Projection Show, Festive Finale for Frozen Show, and More

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CONFIRMED: 2026 Holiday Offerings and Entertainment for Magic Kingdom

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Disney World Reveals 2026 Holiday Offerings for Theme Parks, Resorts, and More

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Festival of the Holidays and More Return to EPCOT for 2026 Christmas Season

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Walt Disney Imagineering Files Two Permits for New Carousel of Progress Sets

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Disney Cruise Line ‘Behind The Attraction’ Specials Now Streaming on Disney+

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Retro ‘Twilight Zone Tower of Terror’ Mickey T-Shirt at Walt Disney World

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How Disney Experiences’ Economic Impact Reaches All 50 States

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Haunted Mansion Starbucks Tumbler With Bat Charm at Walt Disney World

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Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2026 Dates & Details, Confirmed Entertainment

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Temporary Ghiradelli Location Signage Up at Disney Springs

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BREAKING: Disney Jollywood Nights Extending Into January 2027, Dates & Entertainment Confirmed

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Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Air Conditioning Turned Off for Maintenance

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Astrofizz at Magic Kingdom Launches Mobile Order

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Walt Disney World Announces Official 2026 Holiday Season Dates

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4th of July Weekend Brunch Coming to Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ at Disney Springs

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Crush’s Coaster to Undergo Most Extensive Technical Refurbishment to Date

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Universal News Recap

Universal Orlando Announces Passholder Nights 2026 Dates

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MADLANDS: Caged Cannibals Announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2026 at Universal Orlando

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