Colorful Logo Mania Collection Coming to Walt Disney World and Disneyland, Includes Returning niuMOs
Alice Kennedy
The Logo Mania Collection arrives at Disney World and Disneyland June 12. The collection features apparel and merchandise in various colors. Logo Mania Collection Every color includes a signature park element that represents the theme, and each set offers a mix of headwear, accessories, plush, souvenirs, home items, jewelry, and wearables. There are over 120 …
Why are ‘Toy Story’ Characters Inside MuppetVision 3D?
Shannen Ace
Eagle-eyed fans noticed that a video about the Toy Story 5 premiere shows Woody, Buzz, and Jessie in what looks like the MuppetVision 3D theater. Toy Story Characters in MuppetVision Theater In the video below, the trio step one by one over the camera out of a theater onto the red carpet at the premiere, …
Universal Kids Resort Offers Preview Days Ahead of Grand Opening in July
Brooke
Universal has announced a special preview period that will allow guests to visit the resort before its grand opening in July 2026, giving families an early opportunity to explore the park and experience its attractions, entertainment, dining, and character encounters. Universal Kids Resort Preview Tickets – $49.99 plus tax Universal Kids Resort is now offering …
VIDEO: Special ‘Sh-Boom’ Procession Featuring Lightning McQueen for ‘Cars’ 20th Anniversary at Disney California Adventure
Amanda Finn
Yesterday, June 9, was the 20th anniversary of Cars, and Cars Land came alive with fans for an extra special “Sh-Boom” moment. Anniversary “Sh-Boom” For those unaware, the 1954 song “Sh-Boom” by The Chords is deeply entrenched in Cars Land. Every day at sunset, as the neon lights along Route 66 in Radiator Springs come …
Roof Removed From 1994 Tomorrowland Tower at Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
The roof has been removed from the large spaceship-like tower near the entrance to Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom. Two other towers were removed earlier this month and the roof of this tower was covered by scrim earlier this week. Tomorrowland Tower Demolition The tower is on the left side of the Tomorrowland bridge (when entering …
Disney Releases Final Live Action ‘Moana’ Trailer
Amanda Finn
Ahead of its July 10 theatrical premiere, Disney has released the final trailer for the upcoming live action Moana. Final Moana Trailer In the latest trailer, we see even more scenes from the upcoming Moana. This includes snippets from the hit song “You’re Welcome” and more of Moana and Maui’s interactions—plus Maui’s tattoos moving as …
Water Pipes & Continued Retaining Wall Work at Piston Peak National Park in Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
Pipes have been installed in the ground throughout the Cars-themed Piston Peak National Park, currently under construction at Magic Kingdom. Work also continues on the retaining wall separating the new area from the rest of Frontierland. Piston Peak National Park Construction The pipes are several feet tall, but of course will be masked by walls …
Jumping Junction Kangaroos are New Family, Not Relocated Discovery Island Residents
Shannen Ace
WDWNT has confirmed the kangaroo residents of Jumping Junction, a new walkthrough experience in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, are different from the existing kangaroos at Discovery Island. Animal Kingdom Kangaroos The Discovery Island kangaroos remain at home in their habitat near the Tree of Life. We confirmed with animal keepers that these are the same kangaroos …
Concrete Forms Appear During Tropical Americas Construction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Shannen Ace
Crews have installed new concrete forms for future walls or other structures at Tropical Americas in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The new land replaces DinoLand U.S.A. Tropical Americas Construction Near the site of the land’s future carousel is a row of concrete forms just barely peeking over the construction walls. In front of them is a …
EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival 2026 Flowerbeds Removed
Shannen Ace
Following the conclusion of the 2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, Disney is removing floral displays from the park. As of Tuesday, June 9, some of the Festival Blooms flowerbeds are gone from around the World Showcase Lagoon. Festival Blooms Display Removed During the festival, this stretch of land is usually covered in colorful …
Full List of America 250th Treats Coming to Disneyland for July 4th
Shannen Ace
Disneyland Resort released a list of new patriotic menu items available for America’s 250th Independence Day this summer. Disneyland Park Currently availableLocation: Churro near Town Square and Sleeping Beauty Castle Currently availableLocation: Refreshment Corner Disney California Adventure Park Currently availableLocation: Willie’s Churro Currently availableLocation: Smokejumpers Grill Available starting July 2Location: Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Available at Candy Locations Throughout the …
Patriotic Sam Eagle Popcorn Bucket Coming Soon to Walt Disney World Resort
Alice Kennedy
Not only is the Sam Eagle popcorn bucket coming to Disneyland this month, but it will also arrive at Walt Disney World soon! Sam Eagle Popcorn Bucket Disney has not shared an exact date or location(s) yet. There will be a limit of two per person, while supplies last. The Sam Eagle popcorn bucket features …
Full List of America 250th Treats Coming to Walt Disney World for July 4th
Shannen Ace
Walt Disney World has released the full list of specialty menu items coming to theme parks and resorts this summer for America’s 250th Independence Day. Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter Available starting June 15Location: Scat Cat’s Club Café and Lounge Disney’s Contemporary Resort Available starting June 15; mobile order availableLocation: Contempo Cafe Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge …
Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue Mug Coming to Walt Disney World
Alice Kennedy
A Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue mug is coming to Walt Disney World starting June 15. Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue Mug The mug will be available starting June 15 at Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue, which is located at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort. It comes with your choice of alcoholic beverage, while supplies last. It’s a dark blue color with white …
Release Date for Muppets Sam Eagle Popcorn Bucket at Disneyland
Alice Kennedy
We now have the release date for the Sam Eagle popcorn bucket for Disneyland, which was previously delayed. Sam Eagle Popcorn Bucket The Sam Eagle popcorn bucket features the regal blue eagle wearing a stars-and-stripes top hat and standing behind a podium adorned with patriotic bunting. He holds his left hand (wing) over his heart. …
Tokyo DisneySea 25th Anniversary Bullet Train Launches
Shannen Ace
A bullet train (Shinkansen) themed to Tokyo DisneySea’s 25th anniversary has entered service in Japan. The latest collaboration between East Japan Railway Company (JR East) and Oriental Land Co. (owners of Tokyo Disney Resort) celebrates the park’s anniversary with a “Jubilee Blue” design featuring Mickey and Friends. Tokyo DisneySea 25th Anniversary Shinkansen The characters are …
Disney Cruise Line Offering Up to 25% Off Placeholder Reservations
Shannen Ace
Disney Cruise Line guests who book a Placeholder Reservation for a future cruise that sails within the next 24 months can save between 10% and 25% on the voyage fare. Disney Cruise Line Placeholder Discount Save 10% off voyage fare for most sailings and 20% or 25% on select sailings. Use your Placeholder Reservation to …
Passholder-Exclusive ‘Toy Story 5’ Float & Magic Shot Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Shannen Ace
Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World is debuting a new Toy Story 5-inspired treat and Magic Shot exclusive to Annual Passholders. The offerings are available as part of V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days. Screen Time Swirl Float The Screen Time Swirl Float is inspired by Lilypad, the film’s computer tablet villain voiced by Greta Lee. It …
Taylor Swift Sings with Randy Newman, New Bullseye Meet and Greet Character at ‘Toy Story 5’ Premiere
Shannen Ace
Taylor Swift performed some “surprise songs” at the Toy Story 5 premiere in Hollywood on Tuesday. Plus, Bullseye made a surprise appearance of his own with a new meet and greet look. Taylor Swift Performs with Randy Newman Swift performed her original song for the film, “I Knew It, I Knew You.” The song is …
New Look at Disneyland Paris ‘The Lion King’ Land Character Models
Shannen Ace
Disneyland Paris shared another look at their upcoming The Lion King land in a video about Disney Adventure World. The Lion King Land The video highlighted models of the land and attraction, which we’ve seen before. The Splash Mountain-like flume ride will take guests through Simba’s story. A tiny model of Simba is on Pride …
Disney Prevails in Resort Tax Litigation for a Reduction in Property Values – in Today’s Daily Recap for 06/09/2026
Amanda Finn
Disney Prevails in Resort Tax Litigation for a Reduction in Property Values as Unions Protest, Lightning McQueen Light Up Popcorn Bucket Released at Walt Disney World Resort, Parks Shopping Bag, Jungle Cruise, Snacks, and More Ornaments Arrive at Walt Disney World, Lightning McQueen Light Up Popcorn Bucket Sells Out Within Hours at Disney’s Hollywood Studios …
“EAR”esistibles Walt Disney World Collectible Arrives at Magic Kingdom
Austin Haughton
A new “EAR”esistibles figure has arrived at Walt Disney World, and it is bursting with fireworks flair. EARresistibles Walt Disney World Collectible – $16.99 On a recent trip to Magic Kingdom, we spotted a new Walt Disney World “EAR”esistibles design offering a tiny tribute to the Most Magical Place on Earth with the classic Mickey …
Rare Character Demona From ‘Gargoyles’ Backpack Released by Loungefly
Amanda Finn
Loungefly has released a new mini backpack celebrating a beloved Disney Channel series from the mid-1990s. This Demona backpack brings back one of the central characters from Gargoyles, and it even has movable wings! Gargoyles Demona Cosplay Mini Backpack – $90 While Goliath gets a lot of the attention in conversations around Gargoyles, Demona was …
Hulu Orders Pilot of ‘The Cable Guy’ Series, Damon Wayans Jr. and Jake Johnson to Star
Amanda Finn
The Cable Guy, which came out thirty years ago, may be getting a reboot courtesy of Hulu. The streaming service has ordered a pilot of the show to star Damon Wayans Jr. and Jake Johnson. Cable Guy Pilot Based on the original cult classic film, The Cable Guy series pilot is not meant to be …
Miniature Tumbler Keychains Featuring Minnie, Stitch, Daisy, and Mickey Balloons at Disneyland
Alice Kennedy
Miniature tumbler keychains featuring Minnie, Daisy, Stitch, and Mickey balloons have arrived at Disneyland. We found them in World of Disney at Downtown Disney. The small keychain charms are designed to resemble the popular 40oz tumblers guests love to carry around. They hang from silver-tone key rings and lobster clasps, making them easy to attach …
Concrete Walls Installed for Pride Lands at Disneyland Paris
Shannen Ace
Construction is moving fast on The Lion King land at Disneyland Paris. DLP Works shared a new update highlighting several concrete walls erected at the Pride Lands site and more. ‘The Lion King’ Land Construction Announced in 2024, Pride Lands is the next addition to the recently-renamed Disney Adventure World. It will sit next to …
Simba Plush Mini Backpack from ‘The Lion King’ Available on Disney Store
Austin Haughton
A new mini backpack inspired by The Lion King is ready to rule over your little one’s school supplies (or your own bag collection). Simba Plush Mini Backpack – The Lion King – $39.99 A new character-themed mini-backpack featuring an attached plush of the young Lion King, Simba, is now available on Disney Store. The …
Disneyland Resort’s Manchester Cast Parking Lot Closure Date Announced By Union
Amanda Finn
Ahead of the forthcoming parking garage being built at Disneyland Resort, the Manchester Cast parking lot is set to close later this month. Manchester Lot Closure According to Workers United Local 50, the lot will be closed starting June 28. Local 50 is a workers’ union to which many Disneyland Cast Members belong. They further …
‘Toy Story’ Little Words Project Collection Arrives in Magic Kingdom
Austin Haughton
Little Words Project has released a Toy Story collection at Walt Disney World ahead of the Toy Story 5 release on June 19. Little Words Project has a new collection inspired by the Toy Story franchise that includes bracelets, bag charms, and more. We spotted a few items from this new collection during our latest visit to …
‘Atlantis: The Lost Empire’ Gets Another Sequel In Upcoming Graphic Novel
Amanda Finn
While it isn’t a sequel film or a live-action remake, fans of Atlantis: The Lost Empire will get to return to the story of Milo Thatch and Princess Kida once again with this upcoming graphic novel. Atlantis: The Lost Empire Vol. 1: The Curse of Kurok While Disney previously released a sequel in 2003, titled …
Woody, Jessie, and Buzz Lightyear Porsche Vehicles Revealed
Arica Conrad
Porsche and Pixar have revealed three unique 911s themed to Woody, Jessie, and Buzz Lightyear ahead of the theatrical release of Toy Story 5. Toy Story 5 Porsche Vehicles First teased in April, the three new vehicles inspired by Toy Story 5 are one-of-a-kind Porsche Sonderwunsch builds. They will be sold as part of a …
Orlando International Airport Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary with Themed Decorations
Arica Conrad
Guests utilizing the Orlando International Airport (MCO) this year will be able to see themed decorations to celebrate the 250th anniversary of America. MCO Decorates for America’s 250th Anniversary The photos shared by MCO on X show the various themed decorations inside and outside of the airport. New red, white, and blue lighting is installed …
‘Cars’ Coming Back to Theaters For 20th Anniversary
Amanda Finn
Pixar’s Cars, celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, is hitting the road and heading back to theaters for a re-release this fall. Cars Re-Release To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Cars, which was released on this day in 2006, Pixar posted a celebratory video on Instagram. In the caption, they even announced that the beloved …
Steel I-Beams Installed for Harryhausen’s Facade at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Shannen Ace
Crews have installed the beginnings of a framework for Harryhausen’s facade at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The Monsters, Inc. restaurant replaces Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano, part of a new Monstropolis land. Monstropolis Construction A set of I-beams jut out from the former Mama Melrose’s facade. Most of the facade was stripped, but the Mona Lisa mural …
First Look at Hulu’s New Thriller Series ‘Furious’
Shannen Ace
Hulu shared several new images from Furious, premiering next month. The new series is from executive producer Liz Meriwether (New Girl) and stars Emmy Rossum (Shameless). Furious First Look “Some cases change you. Some consume you,” Hulu said on social media. Furious premieres July 27 on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+. Rossum plays FBI agent …
Full List (with Prices) of Disney Cruise Line Alaska Merchandise Collection
Arica Conrad
New merchandise themed to Alaska was available during our recent sailing to Alaska aboard the Disney Wonder. The items were found in Mickey’s Mainsail. Apparel Zippered Spirit Jersey – $99.99 This spirit jersey has a zipper in front, along with two side pockets. The top half of the jersey is made with blue sweatshirt material, …
‘Toy Story 5’ Scene Streaming on Disney+ and Hulu
Shannen Ace
A special look at Toy Story 5, including a scene from the movie, is now streaming on both Disney+ and Hulu. Toy Story 5 Special Look Tony Hale (and Forky) announced the special look on social media. Search for “Toy Story 5 Special Look” on either Hulu or Disney+ to find it. The scene features …
First Trailer for ‘The Doomies’ Animated Series Coming to Disney+
Shannen Ace
Disney+ shared the first trailer for The Doomies, a spooky new animated series coming to the streaming platform later this month. The Doomies Series The Doomies follows best friends Bobby and Romy, who accidentally open a portal to the underworld, transforming their serene coastal town into a hotbed of monstrous activity. All 22 half-hour episodes …
Rafiki, Dopey & Grumpy Meeting at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for Cool Kids’ Summer
Shannen Ace
Dopey, Grumpy, and Rafiki have arrived at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, apparently for Cool Kids’ Summer. Dopey & Grumpy, Rafiki Meet and Greets There are no posted meet and greet times for the characters, but outdoor meet and greets usually end before sunset. We spotted them in front of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway. Dopey and …
Jumping Junction Walkthrough Soft Opens to Small Groups of Guests at Bluey’s Wild World
Shannen Ace
Jumping Junction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, part of the new Bluey’s Wild World experience, has started allowing guests to enter for tests. Though Bluey’s Wild World opened in late May, Jumping Junction was delayed. Jumping Junction Walkthrough WDWNT viewer Kenny Bedell shared photos and information about his experience. He got to do the walkthrough on …
