Dana Walden’s Priorities in New Disney Job Includes Incorporating AI Into Production
Shannen Ace
Dana Walden’s priorities in her new position as President and Chief Creative Officer of The Walt Disney Company will include incorporating AI into movie production and improving streaming profits. Dana Walden President Priorities Walden will officially take up her new position on March 18, the same day Josh D’Amaro will take over as Disney CEO. …
Ziggy Marley Replaces Shaggy at Universal Mardi Gras
Shannen Ace
Shaggy will no longer perform at Universal Mardi Gras. He has been replaced on the schedule by Ziggy Marley. Universal Mardi Gras Concert Lineup 2026 Shaggy was previously scheduled for Saturday, March 7, 2026. Now Ziggy Marley is scheduled to perform on that date. The son of Bob Marley, Universal describes the Grammy winner as …
Save Up To 30% on Rooms at Walt Disney World With New Promotion
Alice Kennedy
Beginning February 10, guests can save up to 30% on rooms at select Disney Resorts for five nights or longer for most stays from May 1-July 29, 2026. New Walt Disney World Room Promotion The offer is available at the following resorts: Save up to 30% Save up to 25% Save up to 20% Save …
‘Winterspell’ Lorcana Set with Promo Card Coming to Disney Springs
Austin Haughton
The Disney Lorcana trading card game set ‘Winterspell’ will be available at Disney Springs soon. It comes with a promo card, and the artist will also be at a signing event there. Winterspell Lorcana Set Disney Springs has teased a new set for the Disney trading card game Lorcana via their official Instagram account. In …
Bob Chapek Puts Mansion Up for Sale Just Before New Disney CEO Announcement in Today’s Daily Recap for 2/9/2026
Lauren Stracner
Gay Days puts Orlando 2026 event on hold, Disney removes allergy selection from advanced dining reservations, and Soarin’ Over California projector fails mid-ride — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, February 9, 2026. WDW News Today That’s it for today; we hope you enjoyed this Daily Recap. Thanks for stopping by, …
Rose Pearl Loungefly & Spirit Jersey Collection From Disney Store
Shannen Ace
A collection of “rose pearl” Minnie Mouse items is now available from DisneyStore.com. These items are rose pink and have faux pearl accents. Rose Pearl Minnie Mouse Ear Loungefly Crossbody Bag – $90 The sequin-covered bag has a button magnet closure on the top flap. It’s adorned with a pair of dimensional ears and a …
Disney Channel’s ‘Electric Bloom’ Cast Sails on the Disney Destiny
Alice Kennedy
The stars of “Electric Bloom,” Lumi Pollack, Carmen Sanchez, and Ruby Marino, recently set sail on the Disney Destiny, Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship. ‘Electric Bloom’ on the Disney Destiny The trio is set on seeing the ship’s most iconic heroes and villains, experience a live Broadway-style stage show, and have some serious fun onboard. …
Edelweiss Snacks at Disneyland Park Closed for Refurbishment
Shannen Ace
Edelweiss Snacks and its surrounding seating area in Disneyland Park are now closed for refurbishment. The quick-service is now blocked by construction walls. Edelweiss Snacks Refurbishment Edelweiss Snacks is located across from Matterhorn Bobsleds in Fantasyland and is known for its Garlic Cheesy Brat. The building is still visible behind the construction walls. There is …
Pixar’s ‘Up’ Disney Wishables Shimmer Plush at Disneyland
Shannen Ace
A new set of Disney Wishables Shimmer plush has arrived at Disneyland Resort. This new series is inspired by Pixar’s Up. Up Wishables Shimmer Plush – $17.99 One box contains one of the five plush. They are approximately 5″ tall and have embroidered, printed, and shimmering details. The featured characters are Kevin, Russell, Dug, Ellie, …
Crane Arrives for Vertical Monsters Inc. Door Coaster Construction
Shannen Ace
A crane now towers over Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It will be used for vertical construction of the new Monsters, Inc. door roller-coaster. Monsters, Inc. Coaster Construction We saw the boom crane from the parking lot but it’s also visible inside the park. It’s located where the door coaster show building is under construction. Though foundational …
Google Gemini Blocking Disney-Related Generative Content, But Testing Proves Otherwise
Austin Haughton
Google has begun blocking Disney-related prompts and content across some of its AI tools following a legal threat from The Walt Disney Company. However, we were able to generate some Disney images using Gemini without issue. Google AI Blocking Certain Disney Characters As we covered back in December, following reports from Deadline, The Walt Disney …
ART Shuttles Begin Winding Down Disneyland Service Ahead of Shutdown Date
Austin Haughton
The Anaheim Resort Transportation (ART) bus system, serving the Disneyland Resort area, has begun reducing services ahead of its shutdown in March. ART Shuttle Bus Reducing Network Service As we reported last month, the Anaheim Transportation Network (ATN), which operates the ART bus system and serves millions of riders each year in and around the Disneyland …
Super Bowl LX Champions Cavalcade at Disneyland
Jamie Rowland
Following a 29-13 victory against the New England Patriots at Sunday night’s Super Bowl LX, MVP Kenneth Walker III and quarterback Sam Darnold of the Seattle Seahawks participated in the traditional victory cavalcade at Disneyland. Kenneth Walker III and Sam Darnold Visit Disneyland After Super Bowl Win The parade ran on the regular parade Disneyland …
Marie Corkcicle Available at Walt Disney World
Jamie Rowland
A brand new Marie Corkcicle is now available at Walt Disney World. 22 oz. Marie Cruiser Tumbler -$40 The white tumbler has Marie’s face along with her pink accents. The handle is also white. The collar wraps around to the back, ending in her iconic bow above the Corkcicle logo, also in pink. The bow …
Disney Adventure Arrives in Los Angeles
Shannen Ace
The Disney Adventure cruise ship has arrived at the Port of Los Angeles as she slowly travels to her homeport of Singapore. Disney Adventure in Los Angeles Residents saw the Adventure arrive in the Port of Los Angeles in San Pedro late Sunday night and early Monday morning. We visited the port on Monday evening. …
Gay Days Puts Orlando 2026 Event on Hold
Shannen Ace
Gay Days has announced their scheduled June 2026 Orlando event, which usually includes visits to Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort, has been “paused.” This would have been their 35th anniversary event. Gay Days Orlando Paused Gay Days shared a notice on social media and their website announcing the pause due to various factors. …
ESPN Broadcasting Live from Disneyland
Shannen Ace
Following Super Bowl LX, ESPN is broadcasting live from Disneyland Park. We spotted the ESPN set in place on Main Street, U.S.A. and segments will reportedly air live throughout the day on Monday, February 9. ESPN at Disneyland Late Monday morning, we saw Peter Schrager and Tim Hasselbeck hosting SportsCenter. Other segments with different correspondents …
Pastel Pink Cherry Blossom Urupocha-Chan Plush Now at Disneyland Resort
Shannen Ace
A new series of six cherry blossom pink Urupocha-Chan plush is available at Disneyland Resort. The plush characters include Winnie the Pooh, Marie, and Stitch. All are available at Disney Storyland Boutique in Downtown Disney District. Winnie the Pooh Pink Urupocha-Chan Plush – $19.99 The small soft Pooh bear plush is pastel pink with a …
Special Edition Springtime Rapunzel Doll Now Available at Disney Store
Lauren Stracner
Disney doll fans can brighten their collections with a new special edition Spring 2026 Rapunzel doll, now available on Disney Store. Rapunzel Spring 2026 Special Edition Doll – Tangled – 11” – $59.99 Rapunzel Doll Disney Store The 11″ doll comes dressed in a purple and pink off-the-shoulder dress accented with pastel flowers along the …
Star Wars Ahsoka, Jedi Survivor, and A New Hope Action Figures at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
Several Star Wars: The Black Series action figures inspired by Star Wars: A New Hope, Star Wars: Ahsoka, and Star Wars Jedi: Survivor have arrived at Walt Disney World. Star Wars: The Black Series Figures We found these five figures in Tomorrowland Launch Depot at Magic Kingdom. Ezra Bridger Figure – $29.99 Ezra Bridger is …
ESPN’s ‘The Handoff’ Set Installed on Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland
Lauren Stracner
Super Bowl LX just wrapped, but the coverage of Super Bowl LXI — the first to air on ESPN — has already kicked off at Disneyland Park. ‘The Handoff’ Set on Main Street, U.S.A. On February 2, the NFL announced that it had officially handed control of the NFL Network and other media assets to …
Soarin’ Over California Projector Fails Mid-Ride
Shannen Ace
One of the projection lamps of Soarin’ at Disney California Adventure failed in the middle of a “flight” on Sunday, February 8. Soarin’ Over California returned on Saturday, February 6 for the 25th anniversary of Disney California Adventure. Soarin’ Projector Fails A WDWNT reader shared these photos of the Soarin’ screen during and after their …
‘We’re Going’ Marketing Campaign for ESPN’s Inaugural Super Bowl by ESPN & Disney
Alice Kennedy
Following Sunday’s Super Bowl LX, ESPN and Disney unveiled “We’re Going,” a cameo-filled marketing campaign for ESPN’s inaugural Super Bowl, set for February 2027. “We’re Going” Marketing Campaign The spot, which debuted on Good Morning America Monday, reimagines the “I’m Going to Disney World” Super Bowl tradition, bringing together more than 60 characters from across the worlds …
Character Wristlets, Mugs, & Keychain Arrive at Disneyland Resort
Amanda Finn
A handful of new accessories and mugs have made their way to Disneyland Resort. These items include merchandise featuring Donald, Daisy, and Winnie the Pooh and pals. Daisy Flower Wristlet – $29.99 This Daisy wristlet comes with a purple, flower-shaped coin purse with sequins forming a white daisy flower on the front. There is also …
Scrim Up in Downtown Disney for Landscaping Project
Jamie Rowland
A small area of landscaping is covered in scrim in the Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort. Landscaping in Downtown Disney The small area surrounded by scrim is located near the corner of Salt & Straw. The green scrim is surrounded by black planters with greenery. Inside the scrim, it appears that a new tree …
Tiana, Rapunzel, Belle, & Jasmine Baseball Jerseys From Disney Store
Shannen Ace
Disney Store released a new series of Disney Princess-inspired baseball jerseys. This jersey style was introduced in early 2025. The new jerseys are based on Tiana, Rapunzel, Belle, and Jasmine. Each shirt has a Walt Disney World version and a Disneyland version. Disney World Tiana Baseball Shirt – $74.99 The jerseys are perforated polyester fabric …
Disney Removes Allergy Selection From Advanced Dining Reservations
Shannen Ace
Guests making dining reservations for Disneyland Resort or Walt Disney World Resort no longer have the option to select their allergies. Allergy Selections Removed From Dining Reservations Previously, in the My Disney Experience app, Disneyland app, or on the resort websites, guests had the option to select from a list of common allergies when making …
Her Universe Princess T-Shirt Lands at Walt Disney World Resort
Amanda Finn
This brand-new Her Universe t-shirt is now available at Walt Disney World Resort. It features iconography from several beloved Disney princesses. Her Universe Princess Adult Shirt – $44.99 This adult-sized white t-shirt from Her Universe has a scoop neck collar and appears to have flowy short sleeves. The front of the shirt has appliques and …
Bob Chapek Puts Mansion Up for Sale Just Before New Disney CEO Announcement
Shannen Ace
A few weeks before The Walt Disney Company announced Josh D’Amaro would be their next CEO, former CEO Bob Chapek listed his mansion for sale. Chapek bought the estate for $12.5 million in 2021, during his short tenure as CEO. Bob Chapek’s Mansion for Sale The Westlake Village mansion is listed for $14,995,000 by Jordan …
Beach Erosion in Front of Disney’s Lookout Cay Cabanas
Shannen Ace
The beach is nearly gone in front of Mabrika Cove cabanas at Disney’s Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point. This is not the first time the beach has been badly eroded, but Disney is working on repairs. Mabrika Cove Beach Erosion TikTok user Morgan shared the following video, taken on February 7, of the eroded beach …
Minnie Mouse Balloon Loungefly Ear Headband Arrives Online at Disney Store
Alice Kennedy
The Minnie Mouse Balloon Loungefly ear headband is now available online at Disney Store. Minnie Mouse Balloon Loungefly Ear Headband – $44.99 The rose gold, faux leather ear headband is identical to the ones available in the parks. Each ear is shaped like a Minnie balloon with Minnie’s face on the front. In the center …
Baseball-Inspired Slinky Dog Merchandise at Hong Kong Disneyland
Shannen Ace
Hong Kong Disneyland shared a preview of a new sporty Slinky Dog collection including apparel, accessories, and plenty of plush. Slinky Dog Merchandise A big Slinky Dog plush depicts him wearing a blue baseball cap and holding a plush baseball. A bone is embroidered on the hat and “Slinky Dog” is on the ball. There’s …
Crews Continue Work on New Bus Stop at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Shannen Ace
The new bus stop at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is coming together. The old bus stop was demolished to create a brand-new one in the midst of the resort getting a new roadway entrance. Polynesian Village Resort Construction The former roadway entrance has been cleaned up after the old guard shack was demolished. It looks …
Celebrate National Pizza Day with Pizza Around the Disney Parks
Jamie Rowland
February 9 is National Pizza Day, and Disney Parks around the world are known for some of the best…and worst slices. This is not an exhaustive list, as there are nearly countless options for pizza lovers around the parks and resorts, but hopefully this will give you insight into just how (ch)easy it is to …
Autistic Man Ran Away from Home To Visit Disney World for His Birthday, Gets Free Room & Trespass Warning in Today’s Daily Recap for 2/8/2026
Lauren Stracner
Another case of measles exposure reported at Disneyland Resort, The Mandalorian and Grogu trailer revealed during Super Bowl LX, and Toy Story’s Woody appears in Levi’s Jeans Super Bowl ad — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Sunday, February 8, 2026. WDW News Today That’s it for today; we hope you enjoyed …
I’m Going to Disneyland! Disney’s Iconic Super Bowl Commercial for 2026 Features Seahawks Stars Kenneth Walker and Sam Darnold
Mike
Following a 29-13 victory against the New England Patriots, Kenneth Walker and Sam Darnold of the Seattle Seahawks are heading to Disneyland. Tonight’s Super Bowl LX took place at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Seattle was a 4.5-point favorite to win. The winning team is often celebrated at Walt Disney World or Disneyland Resort …
‘it’s a small world’ Costume & Wand for Kids Available Online
Jamie Rowland
The smallest fans of “it’s a small world” will love this sparkly new costume and wand inspired by the ride. They are available online from the Disney Store. Disney “it’s a small world” Costume for Kids -$69.99 The dress is inspired by the upcoming 60th anniversary of the attraction’s Disneyland opening. and iconic white and …
Scrim Reinstalled During Refurbishment at Grizzly River Run
Jamie Rowland
Rock work occurring during the Grizzly River Run refurbishment at Disney California Adventure that was recently uncovered has now been concealed again. Rock Work Covered Again at Grizzly River Run On a recent visit to Disney California Adventure. we noticed that the beige scrim walls that were previously covering the rocky mountain facade at Grizzly River were …
First Full ‘Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Trailer Drops During Super Bowl LX
Lauren Stracner
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, the second film in the Super Mario franchise, dropped its first full trailer today during Super Bowl LX. ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ The sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie is set to release on April 3, 2026. The first film’s directors, Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic, and writer Matthew Fogel, …
Disneyland Kitchen Towel and Fantasyland & Aristocats Pillows Now at Disneyland Resort
Amanda Finn
Guests looking to add a touch of Disneyland to their home are in luck. Disneyland Resort now has a new kitchen towel and throw pillows for a bit of whimsy. Disneyland Kitchen Towel – $19.99 This white, waffle-textured towel is detailed in teal and bright orange. At the bottom is an image of Sleeping Beauty …
