Spider-Man “Tower of Terror” ride concept art has been revealed for Hong Kong Disneyland, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has been announced, and Universal has confirmed there will be “construction activity” in the Lost Continent area of Universal Islands of Adventure — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, September 12, 2025.
Daily Recap (9/12/25)
Walt Disney World
Magic Kingdom
- The Adventureland sign and most of its themed props have returned to the land’s entrance bridge in Magic Kingdom.
- American flags at multiple locations across Walt Disney World are currently at half-staff to honor the late Charlie Kirk.
- The Beak and Barrel at Magic Kingdom continues to open more reservations for previously booked dates.
Walt Disney World Resort Hotels
- The Promenade Fine Art Gallery location at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn will close next month, according to Cast Members.
- A new decorative panel, new wallpaper, and more has been installed in the lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, which is currently undergoing a major refurbishment.
New Merchandise
- Crown yourself the fairest of all with these customizable Halloween tiaras, which have arrived early at Disney World.
Disneyland Resort
Disneyland Park
- About half of Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland Park closed temporarily this morning due to a smoke alarm.
Tokyo Disney Resort
Tokyo Disneyland
- Tokyo Disney Resort released the first concept art for their brand-new Christmas parade, Toys Wondrous Christmas!
Disneyland Paris
Disneyland Paris
- Disneyland Paris has revealed the new exterior light display for Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain which makes it appear that rockets are launching.
Hong Kong Disneyland
- Hong Kong Disneyland revealed new concept art for their next Avengers attraction, a Spider-Man ride rumored to be a drop tower like The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror.
- Hong Kong Disneyland will debut a new Pixar stage show featuring immersive theatrical technology.
- We have our first official look at the food and beverage items available at Wayfinders’ Table at Hong Kong Disneyland, including dishes served in a Kakamora bowl.
The Walt Disney Company
- Disney has filed a patent for advancements in animatronic projection technology, which could potentially use AI.
- The Walt Disney Company has been found guilty again of using unlicensed visual effects for the live-action Beauty and the Beast after a judge overturned the previous reversal.
Universal Orlando Resort
- A variety of new signs and banners featuring the characters of the Universal Orlando Resort have popped behind the recently-installed entrance sign and along the walkways leading to both Universal Florida Resort and Islands of Adventure.
Universal Studios Florida
- Beginning October 1, 2025, Universal Annual Passholders can pick up a complementary button inspired by Halloween Horror Nights 34.
- We have a complete ranking with an overview and our thoughts of each scare zone and street experience for Halloween Horror Nights 2025.
Islands of Adventure
- Universal Orlando Resort has confirmed there will be “construction activity” in the Lost Continent area of Universal Islands of Adventure, potentially for a brand new land.
New Merchandise
- Celestial Park officially has its own merchandise—and we spotted three new light-up products themed to Stardust Racers and the Constellation Carousel at Epic Universe.
Entertainment and Media
- Nintendo and Illumination officially announced The Super Mario Galaxy Movie coming to theaters in April 2026.
- The 40th anniversary of Super Mario Bros. is coming up, and new games are coming to celebrate the milestone.
WDWNT
Spider-Man and Avengers Tower of Terror Ride, New Pixar Show, Disney Cruise Ship Delayed
That’s it for today; we hope you enjoyed this Daily Recap. Thanks for stopping by, and we’ll see you tomorrow!