Disney shared a sneak peek at Disney Villains: Unhappily Ever After, Disney’s Distribution President departed the company, and a Maleficent photo op exclusive to Annual Passholders is coming — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, May 21, 2025.
Daily Recap (5/21/25)
Walt Disney World
Magic Kingdom
- Patriotic bunting adorns Main Street, U.S.A. and the Liberty Square Riverboat for Memorial Day weekend.
- An Annual Passholder-exclusive “Maleficent-themed” photo opportunity will open in June.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- A sneak peek of “Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After” includes a first look at Captain Hook, Cruella de Vil, and Maleficent.
- Crews added more to the “Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After” mural.
Other Walt Disney World News
- Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon are open simultaneously for the first time since 2019.
Disneyland Resort
Disneyland Park
- The Disneyland Resort tram spiel now references the 70th anniversary celebration.
- We reviewed the new Donald’s Tales of Adventure dinner buffet at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa.
The Walt Disney Company
- Disney Distribution executive Justin Connolly exited The Walt Disney Company ahead of ESPN negotiations.
Universal Orlando Resort
Epic Universe
- President of Walt Disney World Jeff Vahle wished Universal good luck with the opening of Epic Universe.
Universal Studios Florida
- On Location has become Universal Sweets, while the former Studio Sweets becomes part of Universal Studios Store.
New Merchandise
- An Epic Universe Grand Opening Coca-Cola bottle is available.
WDW News Today
Cast Members Will Be Last to See MuppetVision 3D
That’s it for today; we hope you enjoyed this Daily Recap. Thanks for stopping by, and we’ll see you tomorrow!