Epic Universe Projection Show Coming to Battersea Power Station in London
Shannen Ace
Universal will project an Epic Universe-inspired show on Battersea Power Station in London and spectators will have the chance to win a trip to Universal Orlando Resort. Battersea Power Station Epic Universe Show The show will take place on May 1 from 8:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Lights and projections will transform Battersea Power Station’s …
Disney’s Hollywood Studios Extends Operating Hours for Star Wars Day
Shannen Ace
Disney’s Hollywood Studios will remain open an extra 90 minutes on May the 4th a.k.a. Star Wars Day. May the 4th Hours The park was previously scheduled to be open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. It will now open at 8:30 a.m. and close at 10 p.m. Early entry for hotel guests begins at …
The Walt Disney Company Launches Website About Impact on American Economy
Shannen Ace
The Walt Disney Company is highlighting their positive impact on the American economy with a new webpage. Disney’s Impact on the American Economy Actually, if you could see close in my eyes, the American flag is waving in both of them. Walt Disney That’s the quote at the top of thewaltdisneycompany.com/economic-impact, which features a special …
PHOTOS: Birdcage Fully Removed From Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Lobby
Shannen Ace
The giant birdcage from the lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort has been fully removed. Grand Floridian Birdcage Gone The birdcage used to sit on a dais across from the cage-inspired elevator tower. On Thursday, crews began dismantling the birdcage, and as of Friday morning, it’s completely gone. White sheets lay across its former location. …
Alaska Airlines Reveals Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Plane
Shannen Ace
The newest collaboration between Alaska Airlines and Disneyland Resort is an airplane decked out in a Tiana’s Bayou Adventure livery, dubbed the Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Flyer. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Flyer Alaska Airlines revealed the new livery at Portland International Airport before its first flight to Santa Ana, California. The plane is a Boeing 737-800, tail …
Georgia Man Arrested for Strangling Young Girl at Walt Disney World & More: Daily Recap (4/24/25)
Katie Francis
Universal announced operating hours for Epic Universe in late May, we shared full menus with prices for more Dark Universe restaurants, and the faux gunholes on the Magic Kingdom DVC kiosk have been covered — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, April 24, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney’s Animal …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Disney’s Springs 4/24/2025 (Furry Friends, Fun Finds, and More)
Bryce B.
Howdy! Today was a beautiful morning in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. I saw our favorite animal friends, found some new merchandise, and enjoyed the theming of the park before having a shopping spree in Disney Springs. Good Morning from Disney’s Animal Kingdom Good morning from Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The weather was perfect, and although it may …
KiteTails Dock Pylons Completely Removed
Stephanie Panarelli
Pylons holding up the dock utilized during KiteTails have finally been removed from Discovery River at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. KiteTails Dock Pylons Removed The metal pylons holding up the dock utilized during KiteTails have been removed from Discovery River. The launch dock itself was previously removed from the space in January, which occurred more than …
Retaining Wall Appears, Path Visible as Tropical Americas Construction Continues
Stephanie Panarelli
Construction on Tropical Americas continues, with a walking path now visible and new retaining wall in place. Walking Path Emerges, Retaining Wall In Place Since our last update on Tropical Americas construction and DinoLand U.S.A. demolition, demo rubble and the crumpled Dino Institute Billboard have been cleared up and cement has been poured, with a …
Georgia Man Arrested for Strangling Young Girl at Walt Disney World
Katie Francis
A 36-year-old Georgia man is facing criminal charges after he was accused of strangling his girlfriend’s child at Walt Disney World’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa. When his girlfriend and the child got upset about what happened, Patrick Young accused them of being a “liberal [expletive],” according to the Orange County Sheriff’s arrest report. Young, …
Mother’s Day Photo Op Available at Disney Springs
Stephanie Panarelli
A new photo op blooms just in time for Mother’s Day at Disney Springs. Mother’s Day Photo Op We spotted this new photo op on the West Side of Disney Springs, near the Orange Garage and AMC Dine-In Theaters entrance. “Mom” stars in a bright print featuring pink and blue flowers, lime green leaves, and …
Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure Leads Theme Park Injuries & Incidents for Early 2025
Shannen Ace
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has updated their quarterly report with theme park injuries from the first three months of 2025. Florida theme parks like Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort are required to report any guest injuries or sickness that lead to 24 hours of hospitalization. Other injuries are not …
Ex-Disney Cast Member Who Hacked Menus & Falsified Allergy Information Sentenced to 3 Years in Prison
Shannen Ace
The former Walt Disney World Cast Member who hacked the resort’s menus and changed allergen information has been sentenced to three years in prison. Ex-Cast Member Sentenced for Hacking Menus In January, Michael Scheuer pleaded guilty to knowingly transmitting a program, code, or command to a protected computer and intentionally causing damage, and for committing …
Full Menu (with Prices) of How to Train Your Dragon Isle of Berk Popcorn Kiosk at Epic Universe
Shannen Ace
If you’re looking for a snack in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at Epic Universe but don’t want a mac and cheese cone, there’s also a kiosk serving classic theme park popcorn. Isle of Berk Popcorn Kiosk The popcorn kiosk is across from Toothless’ Treasures, outside the theater for “The Untrainable …
Universal Studios Japan Confirms Villain-Con Minion Blast Opening This Summer
Shannen Ace
Universal Studios Japan officially announced that Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast will open this summer. Villain-Con Coming to Universal Studios Japan Guest photos of construction in the Minion Park area of Universal Studios Japan all but confirmed the attraction was on its way. Universal has now confirmed the addition via the Minion Park webpage. Villain-Con—the biggest …
Universal Announces Epic Universe Operating Hours for Late May
Shannen Ace
Universal Orlando Resort released the operating hours for Epic Universe’s first week of operation after its grand opening on May 22, 2025. Epic Universe Operating Hours Revealed According to the Universal Orlando Resort calendar, Epic Universe will be open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily from May 22 through May 31. Operating hours are …
Magic Key Park Passes All Booked for Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary
Shannen Ace
Magic Key park passes for Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure are no longer available on the resort’s actual 70th anniversary. Magic Key Park Passes Gone for 70th Anniversary According to the Orange County Register, all Magic Key park passes for July 17, 2025 — the actual 70th anniversary date of Disneyland — have been booked. Park …
New ‘Star Wars’ Hoth Jersey, Ears, and Loungefly Backpack at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
The new “Star Wars” Hoth collection is available at Walt Disney World ahead of May the 4th (Star Wars Day) 2025. Hoth is an ice-covered planet most prominently featured in “Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back.” It was a base of operations for the Rebel Alliance before the Galactic Empire attacked. Baseball …
New Pipe Fixtures Added to On Location Facade at Universal Studios Florida
Stephanie Panarelli
Work continues on the On Location facade, with new pipe-like fixtures added to the exterior and primer painted on the walls. The Universal Studios Florida entrance gift shop closed to guests in February 2025. On Location Construction Progress Since our last update, new pipe-like fixtures have been added to the front facade of the shop. …
Gunholes Patched on Frontierland DVC Kiosk at Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
The faux gunholes on the tower of the Magic Kingdom Disney Vacation Club kiosk have been covered. Gunholes Covered The tower is outside the newly opened Disney Vacation Club member lounge, McKim’s Mile House, in Frontierland. The lounge replaced the Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade. The DVC kiosk has been located outside the arcade for several years, …
Universal Orlando Extends Annual Passholder Previews of Epic Universe
Shannen Ace
Universal has extended Epic Universe previews for Annual Passholders and other select guests by 11 days. Epic Universe Previews Extended Preview dates are now available through May 19, just a few days before the park’s grand opening on May 22. Previews previously ended on May 8. Ticket prices vary depending on the date, between $123 …
Full Menu (With Prices) for The Burning Blade Tavern in Dark Universe at Epic Universe
Katie Francis
Check out the full menu with prices for The Burning Blade Tavern in Dark Universe at Epic Universe. Location The Burning Blade Tavern is in Dark Universe, located near the back of the land. You’ll easily spot the location thanks to the large windmill that is periodically set aflame. Menu Food | Beverages Food Drinks …
More Scaffolding Goes Up in Tumbleweed at Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
Crews continue to work on the track of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom and additional scaffolding has been installed. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Construction In the town of Tumbleweed, there is now scaffolding around the water tower, windmill, Gold Dust Saloon, and Dry Goods store. The scaffolding around the wagon has been up …
Full Menu (With Prices) for Das Stakehaus in Dark Universe at Epic Universe
Katie Francis
See the full menus with prices below for Das Stakehaus, a table service restaurant in Dark Universe at Epic Universe. Location Das Stakehaus is in Dark Universe, across from Pretorius’ Scientific Oddities. Food Menu Stakes | Entrées | Desserts Stakes Entrées Desserts Beverage Menu Non-alcoholic | Draft Beer | Canned Beer Non-alcoholic Beverages Draft Beer …
New Main Street Electrical Parade and Nurses Day 2025 Pins at Disneyland Resort
Shannen Ace
At Disneyland Resort, Main Street Electrical Parade is celebrated on the first of a 70th anniversary pin series, and a limited release Nurses Day pin features Mickey, Minnie, and Goofy. They are available at pin stores throughout Disneyland Resort. Limited Release Nurses Day 2025 Pin – $19.99 Mickey and Minnie are nurses in blue scrubs …
Four Ways to Save on Your Next Walt Disney World Vacation
Andrew Iovino
A Disney Vacation, like pretty much everything else, is constantly getting more expensive. With this being the case, it is more valuable than ever to seek out the best ways to save money when planning a trip. Here are four ways to save money at Walt Disney World through our friends at DVC Rental Store: …
New Disney Pets Loungefly Mini Backpack Available Online
Shannen Ace
A new Disney Pets Loungefly mini backpack features beloved cats and dogs from Disney films. The Loungefly bag is now available on DisneyStore.com. Disney Pets Loungefly Mini Backpack – $79 The pleather backpack is light gray with a dark blue flap over the front pocket and dark blue trim. Stars, hearts, and dots accent the …
Guest Caught Sneaking Wallet of Cocaine into Magic Kingdom: Daily Recap (4/23/25)
Gretchen McDermid
A guest was caught attempting to sneak cocaine into Magic Kingdom, we have a full performance video of “The Untrainable Dragon” at Epic Universe, and Disneyland will be getting a new Country Bears sipper — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, April 23, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney’s Hollywood …
New Water EDM Show Replacing ‘Jamboree Mickey’ For Summer 2025 at Tokyo DisneySea
Shannen Ace
Tokyo DisneySea will host a new “Dockside Splash Remix” dance festival show featuring sprayed water for the resort’s 2025 Summer Cool-Off event. “Dockside Splash Remix” Show This 20-minute “Dockside Splash Remix” show will be performed three times daily in the late afternoon and evening at Dockside Stage in Tokyo DisneySea. The show features Mickey Mouse, …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios 4/23/2025 (Park Updates, Star Wars Merchandise, and More)
Bryce B.
Howdy! Today I spent the morning in Magic Kingdom, where I found many small park updates, new CRISLU jewelry, and refreshed signs. In the afternoon, I park-hopped to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, where I found new “Star Wars” merchandise and more park updates. Good Morning from Magic Kingdom Good morning from a beautiful Magic Kingdom. The …
New Coca-Cola Ice Cold Hydraulics Mural Complete at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Shannen Ace
The colorful new mural on the side of Ice Cold Hydraulics in Disney’s Hollywood Studios now appears to be complete. Ice Cold Hydraulics Mural Work began on the mural earlier this month, and it now takes up the entirety of the brick wall facing the kiosk’s seating. The “Coca-Cola” wordmark is written across the top …
Baymax’s Mission: Cool Down Parade Returning for Summer 2025 at Tokyo Disneyland
Shannen Ace
Tokyo Disneyland guests will get to cool off this summer with the return of Baymax’s Mission: Cool Down. Baymax’s Mission: Cool Down Returning Baymax’s Mission: Cool Down debuted in 2023. The “Get Soaked” program is a two-float parade that runs along the standard parade route three times daily. It features Baymax from “Big Hero 6” …
Scrim Removed, Concrete Work Complete on Keystone Clothiers Facade in Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Shannen Ace
Crews have removed scrim from the Keystone Clothiers doorway and windows at Disney’s Hollywood Studios that have been under construction. Keystone Clothiers Construction Still behind construction walls, the three new concrete forms of the doorway and window frames are visible. The doorway was the only part that was broken, but it seems Disney decided to …
New Disneyland Resort 70th Anniversary Logo Ball Cap
Shannen Ace
A new ball cap has joined the Disneyland Resort 70th anniversary merchandise collection available at the resort. We found the new hat at the Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A. Disneyland Resort 70th Ball Cap – $29.99 The hat is black with teal trim around the brim. The Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration logo is on the …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: ‘The Untrainable Dragon’ Stage Show at How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk in Epic Universe
Gretchen McDermid
“The Untrainable Dragon” is a Broadway-style stage show featuring Hiccup and Toothless in How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at Epic Universe. About Read the official description below. When a new dragon shows up on the Isle of Berk, the Vikings think they may have finally met their match. Hiccup and Toothless, …
Florida Man Caught with ‘Bulky Wallet Full of Cocaine’ at Magic Kingdom
Gretchen McDermid
A man has been banned from Walt Disney World after he was caught sneaking a wallet full of cocaine into Magic Kingdom Park. Florida Man with Wallet of Cocaine at Magic Kingdom Dustin Lee Wallace, 44, of St. Augustine, was arrested March 29 and charged with possession of cocaine. He pleaded not guilty earlier this …
New Summer Theme Song on The Happy Ride with Baymax, Plus New Summer Merchandise, Menu Items, and More at Tokyo Disney
Shannen Ace
Tokyo Disney Resort announced details of their summer 2025 offerings, including a new summer theme song, merchandise, and menu items. Summer Theme Song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE A new theme song by the three-member rock band Mrs. GREEN APPLE will be incorporated into summer offerings. Tokyo Disney Resort has also collaborated with the band on …
New Beverages Coming to Disneyland Resort Including Country Bears Mason Jar Sipper
Gretchen McDermid
Disney has shared a first look at several new beverages coming to Disneyland Resort, including a lemonade drink that comes in a Country Bears Mason Jar Sipper. New Beverages at Disneyland Resort A new post from the Disney Eats Instagram account, @disneyeats, has shared the first photos and information about several new beverage options coming …
Disneyland Resort Casting Fantastic Four Look-Alikes
Shannen Ace
Disneyland Resort has posted a casting call seeking online submissions from performers to portray members of the Fantastic Four. Fantastic Four Casting Call The casting call, posted on the Disney Auditions website, is specifically seeking Reed Richards / Mr. Fantastic and Johnny Storm / Human Torch look-alikes. Disney may already have someone resembling Sue Storm …
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Birdcage Dismantled During Lobby Remodel
Shannen Ace
The Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa birdcage was dismantled on Wednesday morning during the resort’s lobby remodel. Grand Floridian Birdcage Dismantled Construction walls went up around the birdcage and surrounding lobby space earlier this month. Plants were removed from the area and crew members moved in various vehicles and materials. On Wednesday morning, they …