Disneyland Hotel Entrance Fountains Behind Construction Walls
Shannen Ace
At Disneyland Resort, the fountains by the Disneyland Hotel entrance are currently behind construction walls. Disneyland Hotel Construction Walls The walls surround a large swath of land to the right of the main entrance, completely blocking the fountains from view. There are three fountains, each in a different colored circle, and they sit on a …
Haunted Mansion Chimneys Refreshed, More Updates as Scaffolding Comes Down
Shannen Ace
Refreshed chimneys, completed brickwork, and more are visible as crews continue to remove scaffolding from the refurbished facade of The Haunted Mansion at Magic Kingdom. The Haunted Mansion Refurbishment Scrims and scaffolding went up around the chimneys in March. Though scaffolding came down from one pair of chimneys in June, it went back up soon …
A $1200 Pin Will Debut at D23
Amanda Finn
Listen up, Disney pin collectors: Disney is releasing a $1200 pin at this year’s D23. It is a limited edition pin featuring a lot of Disney princesses. Jumbo Pin This $1200 ultra jumbo pin celebrates World Princess Week and features 13 princesses. You can see all of them above, and it includes: Raya, Belle, Mulan, …
Columbia Sportswear Reopens With New Storefront and More at Disney Springs
Amanda Finn
The Columbia Sportswear location in Disney Springs has reopened after being closed since May 27. Columbia Sportswear Reopens The reopened store is located in the Town Center area of Disney Springs. Construction walls advertised a “new look” for the location. According to construction permits, the refurbishment included a new storefront, updated lighting, wall finishes, fixtures, and …
Disney Villains Added to Storyland Boutique Sign in Downtown Disney
Arica Conrad
Disney Storyland Boutique at Disneyland Resort has changed its sign once again, this time featuring Disney Villain details for Halloween. Disney Villains Added to Storyland Boutique Sign Disney Storyland Boutique took over the former Wonderground Gallery and temporary Disney Dress Shop storefront. It sells apparel, plush, bags, and create-your-own plush headbands. The store officially opened in Downtown Disney in January 2025. During …
Evermore Orlando Resort Offering Guided Theme Park Tours & More New Experiences
Shannen Ace
Evermore Orlando Resort, just a few miles from Magic Kingdom, is introducing two new programs of curated offerings, including a guided theme park tour. Evermore Orlando Resort Experiences With Evermore Signature Experiences, families and loved ones can enjoy thoughtfully curated ceremonies, celebrations, and personalized moments coordinated by the resort’s team. These experiences include: Evermore Signature Experiences …
X-Beam Installed at Harryhausen’s, Clock Tower Painting, and Details Coming Together in Monstropolis
Amanda Finn
Work continues steadily at Monstropolis, where the clock tower is currently being painted, and an X-beam is in place at the forthcoming Harryhausen’s. Monstropolis Updates During a visit to Disney’s Hollywood Studios today, July 24, we spotted a crew member painting up near the top of the clock tower on the soon-to-be Glob Theatre. We …
Construction Walls Expand at Universal Studios Florida Archway
Amanda Finn
The construction walls at the Universal Studios Florida archway have expanded as the refurbishment work continues. Construction Walls The construction walls we first spotted last week at the iconic archway have expanded at the front of Universal Studios Florida. While last week they comprised the first two entry points on the right side, they are …
Westward Ho Sign Removed at Magic Kingdom Prior to Demolition
Shannen Ace
The Westward Ho sign has been removed from the kiosk in Frontierland at Magic Kingdom. Westward Ho permanently closed last month after being removed from the park’s digital map. Westward Ho Demolition The kiosk is behind construction walls and will soon be completely demolished to make space for the Piston Peak National Park expansion of …
Matterhorn Bobsleds Reopens After Brief Refurbishment at Disneyland
Amanda Finn
We stopped by Disneyland this morning, July 24, to visit Matterhorn Bobsleds, which reopened today. Matterhorn Bobsleds Reopen The Matterhorn Bobsleds have reopened at Disneyland Park today after being closed for a short refurbishment earlier this week. The attraction takes guests through a snow-capped mountain on a speeding alpine sled while avoiding the Abominable Snowman. …
Large Tree Removed at Indiana Jones for Mysterious Project Fedora
Amanda Finn
The large tree outside of the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular has been removed at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for the mysterious Project Fedora. Tree Removed A large tree that formerly sat in front of Backlot Express outside of the Indiana Jones stunt show has been taken down. The area is still surrounded by rolling planters …
Start Date for 2026 Holidays at Disneyland Resort Earlier Than Previously Announced
Alice Kennedy
Disneyland Resort has shared that the official start date of their 2026 holiday season is beginning earlier than previously announced. Holidays at Disneyland Start Date Holidays at the Disneyland Resort will begin on November 13, 2026—a week earlier than previously announced. It will run through January 6, 2027, according to the website. The description of the …
Disney Cruise Line Signs Agreement to 15 More Years of Icy Strait Point Sailings
Shannen Ace
Disney Cruise Line has committed to 15 years of sailings to Alaska’s Icy Strait Point in an agreement with Huna Totem Corporation (HTC). Disney Cruise Line and Icy Strait Point The 15-year agreement secures preferential access and ensures Disney Cruise Line guests will continue to visit the Indigenous-owned destination through at least 2041. Icy Strait …
Overflowing Trash Cans in Galaxy’s Edge Spark Conversation on Park Cleanliness
Shannen Ace
Two Disneyland guests shared a photo and video of shockingly overflowing trash cans in the Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance queue at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, sparking conversations on the cleanliness of the parks these days. Overflowing Trash Cans at Disneyland Reddit user @Ocmrm shared a picture of the cans, one of which is …
Disney World Adds Three More Annual Passholder ‘Good to Go’ Days
Shannen Ace
Three more “Good to Go” days are available for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders this month. July “Good to Go” Dates Disney has periodically added “Good to Go” days throughout July. On these dates, Passholders do not need to make a reservation to enter a theme park. Newly added dates are Sunday, July 26; Wednesday, …
Art the Clown Joining Killer Klowns for Halloween Horror Nights 35 Scare Zone
Shannen Ace
Universal Orlando Resort announced that the Halloween Horror Nights 35 scare zone starring Killer Klowns from Outer Space will also feature Art the Clown from the Terrifier franchise. Downtown Clowntown Universal previously teased the return of Killer Klowns from Outer Space. We now know they will appear in Downtown Clowntown: The city that never sleeps …
Tower Crane Installation Begins at Piston Peak National Park Site, Vertical Construction Starting Soon
Shannen Ace
Crews have begun installing a tower crane at the Piston Peak National Park construction site in Magic Kingdom. A tower crane is a more permanent piece of equipment as compared to mobile cranes on wheels and would indicate significant vertical construction is coming soon. Piston Peak Tower Crane The blue steel in these photos is …
Construction Walls Go Up Outside The Crystal Palace in Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
Rolling planters and construction walls are up along a pathway outside The Crystal Palace in Magic Kingdom. Signs of Construction at The Crystal Palace The first wall is right next to the restaurant, followed by a row of planters, and then a second longer wall. These run right up to the bridge that leads to …
Metal Band of ‘Disney Dads’ Founded by American Idol Alum Playing D23 2026
Shannen Ace
A group of “Disney Dads” including American Idol alum James Durbin started a Disney-inspired metal cover band and will now play at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event 2026. Mëtal Möuse Playing D23 Mëtal Möuse, a high-energy cover band fronted by Durbin, is dedicated to playing reimagined rock hits from the ’80s and famous Disney …
Pedro Pascal, Raven-Symoné, and More to Receive Stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Arica Conrad
The Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2027 have been announced, and several stars with Disney connections are among the honorees. Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2027 The honorees were chosen among hundreds of nominations to the Walk of Fame Selection Committee of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce at a meeting held on May …
Construction Walls Down From Transportation and Ticket Center, Revealing Refreshed Pavement (Again)
Shannen Ace
Construction walls have been removed from Transportation and Ticket Center at Walt Disney World — again. Walls first went up for pavement work last summer and the project was seemingly completed in November. The construction walls returned in April. Transportation and Ticket Center Pavement Although the ground in front of the ticket booths was freshly paved last year (and …
Tribute Store Facade, Sideshow of Decay Stages, and More Halloween Horror Nights 35 Prep
Shannen Ace
Crews have installed more props and set pieces for Halloween Horror Nights scare zones at Universal Studios Florida. The scare zones announced so far are Infernal Carnival of Nightmares, Sideshow of Decay, Killer Klowns from Outer Space, and FORTNITEMARES. Hollywood: Sideshow of Decay After some creepy clown props were installed on the Hollywood street, we …
Vapiano at Disney Village to Get Modernized Interior During Phased Renovation
Shannen Ace
Fast-casual Italian restaurant Vapiano at Disney Village in Disneyland Paris will soon get a new look. Vapiano at Disney Village The restaurant will be redesigned with a modernized interior. The transformation, Disneyland Paris said, “aims to enhance the guest experience through a new, more contemporary design and greater comfort for families.” The restaurant will remain …
Carousel Progress & Dinosaur Treasures Roofing Removed in Tropical Americas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Shannen Ace
WESH 2 sent a helicopter over Walt Disney World, giving us an updated aerial look at construction projects, most notably Tropical Americas in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Tropical Americas Construction The biggest change since our last aerial update with photos by bioreconstruct is the addition of roof beams to the land’s carousel. We saw these beams …
Full List of 2026 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Menu Items, Plus Magic Kingdom Halloween Treats – in Today’s Daily Recap for 7/23/2026
Amanda Finn
Full List of 2026 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Menu Items, Plus Magic Kingdom Halloween Treats. New Rope Drop Procedures Become Permanent at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Michael Eisner Doesn’t Remember Greenlighting ‘Kingdom Hearts’. ice! at Gaylord Hotels Debuting ‘Nightmare Before Christmas,’ ‘Home Alone,’ and ‘Harry Potter’ Themes. All this and more in today’s daily …
Former Disney CEO Michael Eisner Concedes Disney ‘Failed’ at Early Video Game Development
Austin Haughton
Disney built some of the world’s most valuable entertainment franchises, but one former CEO admits the company initially had little idea how to translate them into video games. Eisner Reflects on Disney’s Early Gaming Era Former Disney CEO Michael Eisner says Hollywood’s eventual success in video games came only after media companies like Disney recognized …
Walls Come Down at Croissant Moon Bakery at Universal Islands of Adventure
Amanda Finn
Construction walls have come down from Croissant Moon Bakery in Universal Islands of Adventure. Croissant Moon Bakery Exterior refurbishment work is complete at Croissant Moon Bakery as the walls have come down, revealing freshly repainted facade elements. The exterior now appears a bit more of a muted yellow than a brighter, more orange kind of …
Tea Collection Inspired by Winnie the Pooh and Friends Now Available at Disneyland Resort
Arica Conrad
Warm up on a blustery day with the new tea collection inspired by Winnie the Pooh and friends, now available at Disneyland Resort. Each container of tea has been created by the fictional “100 Acre Wood Tea Company,” themed to a different Winnie the Pooh character, and decorated with a colorful floral pattern. Strawberry Mango …
Disney Celebrates National Culinary Arts Month By Highlighting Walt Disney World Chefs
Austin Haughton
The chefs behind some of Walt Disney World’s best-known restaurants are drawing inspiration from their families, cultures, coworkers, and even the guests they serve. The Disney Chef Art of Turning Meals into Memories In recognition of National Culinary Arts Month, Disney Parks Blog profiled five culinary Cast Members working across Walt Disney World Resort. The …
Expedition Everest ‘Yeti, Set, Go’ Sweatshirt at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Shannen Ace
Keep warm this winter and on the peaks of Mt. Everest with a new sweatshirt featuring the Expedition Everest Yeti at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Expedition Everest Yeti Sweatshirt – $34.99 The green pullover has artwork on the front of the brown Yeti running with broken train tracks in hand. Mt. Everest is pictured in the …
Disneyland Cast Member Jumps Into Rivers of America in Half of Uniform
Mike
A Cast Member at Disneyland reportedly jumped into the Rivers of America after throwing in his keys and his walkie-talkie. According to @amagicaldisneyday on Instagram, a Disneyland Cast Member threw his keys and walkie-talkie into the water and then jumped into the Rivers of America. The Instagram reel begins with him already in the water, …
Tree Removal Underway Near Mythos in Universal Islands of Adventure
Amanda Finn
As demolition of The Lost Continent is underway, trees are being removed around Mythos in Universal Islands of Adventure. Tree Removal We noticed walls go up outside Mythos Restaurant last week, and since then it appears tree removal has begun in the area. While there are still several trees behind the walls, there were noticeably …
Top Returns to Silly Symphony Swings, Ride Still Closed at Disney California Adventure
Arica Conrad
Silly Symphony Swings is currently closed for refurbishment, but the lengthy refurbishment may be nearing completion as the top has now returned. Silly Symphony Swings Refurbishment Update Silly Symphony Swings closed for refurbishment on April 27, 2026. Since then, cream-colored construction walls were installed around the attraction to prevent guests from entering the queue. During …
Studio for Silhouettes Being Added to Crystal Arts in Disney Springs
Amanda Finn
During a visit to the Crystal Arts shop in Disney Springs today, July 23, we saw new construction walls in place and learned that they are for a new area. Studio for Silhouettes A Cast Member informed us that there is a forthcoming Studio for Silhouettes area. It was described to us as having “an …
Construction Wall Falls on Guests at Universal Orlando Resort
Arica Conrad
TikTok videos have gone viral on social media, showing first-person perspectives as a construction wall falls on guests at Universal Orlando Resort as they were on a pedestrian bridge. Construction Wall Falls on Guests At Universal Orlando Resort, the parking garages are connected to security and then to CityWalk with a long walkway. Construction between …
Purple ‘Hannah Montana’ Pajamas Featuring Cowboy Boots, Guitars, and Bows at Hollywood Studios
Alice Kennedy
Hannah Montana fans can grab a new pair of pajamas that just arrived at Hollywood Studios. The purple set features cowboy boots, guitars, and bows. Hannah Montana Pajama Set – $64.99 This purple set is available at Legends of Hollywood, which is located on Sunset Boulevard. The short-sleeve top has purple buttons running down the …
Both Giant Feet Torn Down in Poseidon’s Fury Courtyard at Universal Islands of Adventure
Shannen Ace
As demolition begins on the Poseidon’s Fury show building, crews continue to destroy the former attraction’s courtyard. During our Thursday visit to Universal Islands of Adventure, we saw what appeared to be excavators actively in use. Poseidon’s Fury Demolition There were at least three vehicles behind the walls, and it was very noisy during our …
World Celebration Reflecting Pool Refilled at EPCOT
Shannen Ace
The recently drained reflecting pool in World Celebration at EPCOT has been refilled with water. Disney removed coins from the body of water and repainted the surface. World Celebration Reflecting Pool Dark rocks were returned to the bottom of the pool, too. This is located outside the Imagination! pavilion, along the edge of World Nature. …
FORTNITEMARES Halloween Horror Nights Preview Merchandise at Universal Studios Florida
Shannen Ace
Following the announcement that FORTNITEMARES would be a scare zone at Halloween Horror Nights 35, preview merchandise based on the scare zone is available at Universal Orlando Resort. FORTNITEMARES T-Shirt – $30 The black glow-in-the-dark tee features the FORTNITEMARES key art. A Skull Trooper, Hollowhead, and Curdle Scream Leader are all pictured in front of …
Bakari Introduced to Gorilla Troop, Viewing Area Closed at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Amanda Finn
The gorilla viewing area along Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail is currently closed at Disney’s Animal Kingdom as Bakari is introduced to his troop. Trail Closed The viewing area along the Exploration Trail is currently closed as Bakari gets acclimated to his new digs and his new family. A Cast Member told us today, July 23, …
