LEGO SMART Play Pokémon Sets Revealed, Pre-Orders Open
Shannen Ace
The next series of LEGO SMART Play sets will be inspired by Pokémon and are now available for pre-order. LEGO SMART Play was introduced this year with interactive Star Wars sets. With SMART Play technology, playsets come to life with special lighting and sound effects. LEGO SMART Play Pokémon All the LEGO SMART Play Pokémon …
Six More Construction Permits Filed for Tropical Americas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Shannen Ace
Walt Disney Imagineering filed another round of construction permits for the brand-new Tropical Americas land under construction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Tropical Americas replaces DinoLand U.S.A. Tropical Americas Construction Permits The six notices contract Whiting-Turner, which is also working on the Encanto ride in the land. Here are the addresses and locations: All are for …
Part of Frontierland Boardwalk Closed for Piston Peak National Park Construction at Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
A stretch of the boardwalk running from Liberty Square into Frontierland is now closed due to adjacent construction of Piston Peak National Park. Frontierland Boardwalk Closed The entrance to the boardwalk closest to the former Liberty Square Riverboat Landing has been closed off with construction walls. Previously, guests could walk between the brown and white …
Rapunzel, Ariel, Moana, and More Create-Your-Own Headband Plush Available at Disneyland Resort
Amanda Finn
Several ear headband character plushes are now available at Disneyland Resort. These include Rapunzel, Ariel, Moana, Heihei, Pua, and a Kakamora. We spotted these at The Mad Hatter at Disneyland Park. The base headband is not included and can be purchased separately for 11.99. Rapunzel Headband Plush – $13.99 Rapunzel’s smiling face has a slight …
Disneyland Resort Tickets As Low As $104 On Select Days During Halloween Time
Amanda Finn
Disneyland Resort will have ten dates in September with $104 ticket days for guests to enjoy Halloween Time at the resort. If you want to take advantage of this ticketing offer and get the best pricing on tickets, be sure to contact our friends at Unlocked Magic. $104 Ticket Days Guests will be able to …
Halloween Character Dining Experiences Returning to Disneyland Hotel & Grand Californian Hotel
Shannen Ace
Storytellers Cafe at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and Goofy’s Kitchen at Disneyland Hotel will once again host special Halloween character dining experiences. Storytellers Cafe Mickey’s Autumn Adventures will be available for breakfast and brunch while Clarabelle’s Enchanted Halloween Dinner will be in the evenings at Storytellers Cafe. Read our review of Mickey’s Autumn Adventures. Goofy’s Kitchen …
Main Street Pumpkin Festival, Haunted Mansion Holiday, Happiest Haunts Tour, and More Coming for Halloween at Disneyland
Amanda Finn
Something spooky this way comes! Disney Parks Blog has announced the upcoming Halloween happenings at Disneyland Park. Haunted Mansion Holiday Make way for a very special guy as Jack Skellington and other The Nightmare Before Christmas characters return to the Haunted Mansion, transforming the estate into Haunted Mansion Holiday. An all-new gingerbread house will adorn the …
Wondrous Journeys and Paint the Night Extended Past D23 at Disneyland Resort
Amanda Finn
Ahead of the Halloween celebration from August 21 through October 31 at Disneyland Resort, both Wondrous Journeys and Paint the Night will pause their performances as they normally do. However, they will now run past their original end date of August 9. Wondrous Journeys & Paint the Night Extended As they often do, both Wondrous …
World of Color – ONE Returning for the First Time in 15 Months to Disney California Adventure Park
Amanda Finn
After 15 months away, World of Color – One is coming back to Disney California Adventure for a limited time only. World of Color – One Guests can also enjoy a brief return of World of Color – One at Disney California Adventure. This nighttime spectacular will return from August 10 through the Halloween season, …
Attraction Overlays Return to Cars Land & Avengers Campus for Halloween 2026 at Disney California Adventure
Alice Kennedy
Cars Land and Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure will get seasonal attraction overlays again for Halloween 2026. Plus, other fall and Halloween entertainment will be available in the park. Halloween Attraction Overlays Radiator Springs will become Radiator Screams, complete with “car-achnids,” a “pump-kin” patch, and residents dressed in their favorite “car-stumes.” Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree …
Oogie Boogie Bash Will Not Offer Frightfully Fun Parade in 2026 Due to Construction at Disney California Adventure
Alice Kennedy
There will be no Frightfully Fun parade during Oogie Boogie Bash in 2026 due to construction. Instead Disney will host Madame Leota’s Swinging Wake – A Haunted Mansion Street Party. No Frightfully Fun Parade Missing from the confirmed Oogie Boogie Bash entertainment is the Frightfully Fun Parade, which took place twice each night of the …
Disney Unveils Mickey and Minnie’s Halloween Costumes For Disneyland
Amanda Finn
Disney unveiled Minnie and Mickey’s new costumes for this year’s Halloween festivities at Disneyland Park. The characters usually don new seasonal outfits every fall and winter. Halloween Outfits This year’s costume theme is centered around a harlequin design. Minnie and Mickey will show off this aesthetic with an orange and black motif. Minnie’s dress will …
BREAKING: New Haunted Mansion Street Party, Rare Characters, & More Confirmed for Oogie Boogie Bash in 2026
Shannen Ace
Details of Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party 2026 at Disney California Adventure have been revealed. The after-hours, separately-ticketed event takes place at Disney California Adventure on 33 select dates from August 18 to October 31. Oogie Boogie Bash 2026 Tickets Tickets will go on sale to the general public beginning June 18, 2026, …
Sparkly Monorail Gift Card Design Arrives at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
A brand-new Disney Gift Card design featuring both a Disneyland Monorail and a Walt Disney World Monorail has pulled into the station. After initially finding just a dark blue version of the design, we found a bright blue and a red version. Monorail Disney Gift Card A Disneyland-style Monorail is pictured on top, driving to …
Walt Disney World Pin Tuesday: Four Limited Edition Pins with ‘Finding Dory,’ and Multiple Disney Daring Detectives
Amanda Finn
Today’s Pin Tuesday at Walt Disney World saw the release of four limited edition pins. One was for the Finding Dory 10th anniversary, while the other three are all from the Disney Daring Detectives collection. Limited Edition 4000 Finding Dory 10th Anniversary Pin – $24.99 In celebration of the 10th anniversary of Finding Dory, this …
VIDEO: Weird Al Yankovic Reflects on Hanging Out With Fozzie Bear, Rides Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets
Amanda Finn
In a new post from Disney, Weird Al Yankovic reflects on the first time he met Fozzie Bear before taking his first ride on Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets. Weird Al and Fozzie Bear In the video, Weird Al is asked to sign a photo of himself and Fozzie Bear. He exclaims that …
Moat Filling Continues at Cinderella Castle, Tomorrowland Area Shows Significant Progress
Amanda Finn
As we indicated yesterday, moat filling is in progress at Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom. The moat filling is one of the final steps to the repainting project at the castle, and there has been significant progress on the Tomorrowland side of the moat. Moat Refilling We noticed water being pumped into the moat on …
Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend 2027 Registration Delayed
Shannen Ace
General registration for the 2027 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend at Walt Disney World has been delayed, runDisney announced. It was supposed to to open at 10 a.m. ET on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend Registration Delayed A few minutes after 10 a.m., runDisney said in an Instagram Story that registration …
REVIEW: Passholder-Exclusive Parisian Pebble Cold Brew at EPCOT for Joffrey’s Coffee Challenge
Shannen Ace
One of the drinks in the Annual Passholder Joffrey’s Coffee Challenge at Walt Disney World for V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days is the Parisian Pebble Cold Brew. This new drink is available from the Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea Company location next to Disney Traders. Joffrey’s Coffee Challenge The challenge is open from June 2 through July 31, …
Disney Springs’ The Polite Pig Featured in MICHELIN Guide 2026
Shannen Ace
BBQ restaurant The Polite Pig at Disney Springs has been selected for the MICHELIN Guide 2026. The Polite Pig MICHELIN Guide The Polite Pig said in on Instagram post, “This recognition reflects the passion, dedication, and hard work of our entire team, who strives every day to deliver memorable food and hospitality to our guests.” …
‘Disney Celebrates America’ Special, 24-Hour Broadcast, Patriotic Spaceship Earth Lighting, and More Announced for 4th of July
Shannen Ace
Disney announced a lineup of entertainment, parks offerings, and community engagements for their “Disney Celebrates America” campaign, including a 24-hour multi-platform broadcast and primetime special. Disney Celebrates America Disney says the initiative reflects their legacy of helping to shape the American story by “showcasing the imagination, optimism, and sense of possibility that connects generations.” “As …
International Winnie the Pooh Bee Plush & Keychains, Sporty Mickey and Friends Plush Coming to Disney Store
Shannen Ace
A new round of plush from Disney Store Japan and Disney Store Europe are coming to DisneyStore.com this month. Already available is a sleepy Donald Duck, with sporty Mickey and Friends and Winnie the Pooh plush coming soon. *COMING SOON* Disney Store Japan Winnie the Pooh Bee Urupocha-Chan Plush Available starting on June 8, these …
Spaceship Earth Rainbow Mural Back at EPCOT for Pride Month 2026
Shannen Ace
Guests can once again celebrate Pride Month (June) with photos in front of a rainbow Spaceship Earth mural at EPCOT. Spaceship Earth Pride Mural The mural is located on a wall outside Connections Café, next to Spaceship Earth. It depicts the top of Spaceship Earth with a rainbow arcing over it and faux-colored reflections below. …
Disney Teases Moana, Little Mermaid, and Tangled Create-Your-Own Headband Plush
Shannen Ace
New create-your-own headband plush inspired by Moana, The Little Mermaid, and Tangled characters will be released at Disney Parks this summer. New Create-Your-Own Headband Plush Disneyland shared the plush on their Instagram Story, stating they will be available in June. The plush are Heihei, Moana, Pua, a Kakamora, Flounder, Ariel, Rapunzel, and Pascal. We already …
Taylor Swift Announces ‘I Knew It, I Knew You’ Original Song For ‘Toy Story 5’ – in Today’s Daily Recap for 6/1/2026
Mike
With the recent updates to Disney Cruise Line menus, there are no longer specialty cocktails for each main dining venue and no cocktail menu at all. The Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop at Disney Springs will be renovating its current home location and temporarily relocating to the Town Center area. A brand new LEGO set …
Mater, Flo’s, Radiator Springs, Cozy Cone, and More ‘Cars’ Shirts from Spirit Jersey
Amanda Finn
Excited for the Cars 20th anniversary? If you want to commemorate the two decades of Radiator Springs madness, this new Cars collection from Spirit Jersey will surely rev your engines. Flo’s V8 Cafe Effortless Tee – $40 In baby pink, this t-shirt prominently features Flo in all her glory. Above her are the words “low …
Moana and Maui Live Action ‘Moana’ Dolls Now Available
Amanda Finn
Mattel has released two dolls in anticipation of the upcoming live-action Moana film. One of the dolls is Moana, and Maui is the other. Both of which are available at select retailers, including Target. Live Action Moana Doll – $14.99 Aesthetically based on Catherine Lagaʻaia, who plays Moana in the live-action film, this doll shows …
Batuu Pins and ‘Mandalorian’ Apparel Now Available in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland
Arica Conrad
Disneyland has released several new pins themed to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, as well as a shirt for the new Mandalorian and Grogu film. Apparel Mandalorian and Grogu Mythosaur Skull Shirt – $42.99 This white t-shirt for adults has a black Mythosaur skull on the front with the text “This is the way” below it. …
Disney Lakeshore Lodge Filing Reveals Resort Will Purely Be DVC Resort
Austin Haughton
A new filing with the state of Florida may have just given Disney Vacation Club members the first key details on Disney’s upcoming Lakeshore Lodge. Disney Files Resort Use Plan for Lakeshore Lodge Disney Vacation Club has filed the Resort Use Plan for Disney Lakeshore Lodge, revealing new details about the upcoming Walt Disney World …
Grogu and Anzellan ‘No Squeezy’ Highly-Detailed Sculpted Figure Now at Disney Store
Amanda Finn
Fans of Grogu or The Mandalorian should know that a highly detailed figure of Grogu is now available at the Disney Store. He’s seen with an Anzellan that he thinks is highly squishable. Grogu No Squeezy Figure by Iron Studios – $120 Limited to 2 per guest The bodies of Grogu and the Anzellan droidsmith …
Mini Candy Bag Keychains Arrive at Disneyland Resort
Shannen Ace
The miniature candy bag-inspired keychains, first released at Walt Disney World, are also available at Disneyland Resort. We found them in Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff at Disney California Adventure. Each keychain dangles from a short chain attached to a lobster claw clip. Cherry Sour Balls Keychain – $14.99 This keychain has a blue background with …
Weathered Avengers Campus Bathroom Facade Revealed at Disney California Adventure
Shannen Ace
Scaffolding has come down from one part of the new Avengers Campus bathroom building. The bathrooms are being added as part of a major expansion to the Disney California Adventure land. Avengers Campus Construction Since our last update, scaffolding has been removed from this concrete wall. The concrete has faux weathering, making it look like …
Demi Lovato and the Cast of Camp Rock 3 Take Aim at Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin
Austin Haughton
Disney Channel icon Demi Lovato has returned to Walt Disney World, accompanied by the next generation of Camp Rock stars. ‘Brand New Day’ with Demi Lovato at Magic Kingdom Demi Lovato and members of the upcoming Camp Rock 3 cast traded Camp Rock for Tomorrowland in a new Instagram reel shared by the official Camp …
Mookie Betts, Alan Ruck, and More Guest Stars Announced for Marvel Series ‘Iron Man and his Awesome Friends’
Austin Haughton
Iron Man and pals are suiting up for bigger adventures, and a few real-world superstars are lending their voices to the hero squad for Marvel Series ‘Iron Man and his Awesome Friends.’ By the Power of Odin and Baseball Superstar Mookie Betts… New episodes of Marvel’s Iron Man and his Awesome Friends are on the …
Disney Lakeshore Lodge Construction Progresses Across Waterfront Structures and Exterior Detailing
Austin Haughton
More exterior finishes, wall framing, and dockside construction efforts are now visible to passing guests at Disney Lakeshore Lodge. Lakeshore Lodge Construction Update Construction continues on Disney Lakeshore Lodge, the upcoming Disney Vacation Club resort being built along Bay Lake near Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. In our last update, the waterfront A-frame cabins …
First Look at New and Returning Food and Beverages for Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite 2026
Mike
Enjoy savory snacks and sweets for Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite 2026. As described on the Disneyland Resort website, Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite allows guests to “come together with family, allies and friends to enjoy an unforgettable and fun-filled evening that recognizes and embraces the LGBTQIA+ community.” The event takes place June 16 and …
Bob Iger Shares Photo With Taylor Swift From One of His Final Days as Disney CEO
Austin Haughton
The former Disney CEO has revealed he met with the pop culture phenomenon at some point earlier this year, thanks to her featured work on the Toy Story 5 soundtrack. We All Knew It, All Too Well Bob Iger shared a photo with Taylor Swift on Instagram, revealing that the two met earlier this year …
Full List (with Prices) of ‘Toy Story 5’ Merchandise at Disneyland Resort
Shannen Ace
Toy Story 5 merchandise has arrived at Walt Disney World. The collection includes apparel, accessories, plush, and figurines. Most of these items were at the Emporium in Disneyland. We found the plush at Knick’s Knacks in Disney California Adventure. The new Pixar film will be in theaters on June 19, 2026. Toys Bonnie’s Room Toy …
Buzz Lightyear and Woody Corkcicle Bottles Now Available Online
Amanda Finn
These Buzz Lightyear and Woody Corkcicle canteens were available at Walt Disney World earlier in May, but now you can grab them online too! Both canteens hold 20 oz/600 mL. Cold beverages stay cold for up to 25 hours, and hot beverages stay hot for up to 12 hours. They are triple-insulated stainless steel canteens …
Enjoy a Summer Donut Flight at Everglazed in Disney Springs
Amanda Finn
Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew at Disney Springs is now offering a summer drink-themed donut flight for a limited time. These flights include three specially curated donuts. Everglazed Summer Social Donut Flight This trio of treats is available at the Disney Springs Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew location now through July 31. Per Everglazed, these …
