UPDATE: Pizza Moon Now Offering To-Go Boxes & Allowing Food to Leave Restaurant
Gretchen McDermid
In a recent policy change at Pizza Moon in Epic Universe, guests are now able to receive a to-go box and take their leftover pizza outside the restaurant, with certain restrictions. Pizza Moon To-Go Boxes Pizza Moon is a counter-service dining location found in the Celestial Park area of Epic Universe. As we previously reported …
Construction on ‘Coco’ Ride Beginning Soon at Disney California Adventure
Shannen Ace
Construction will soon begin on the first-ever “Coco” ride, which will be located at Disney California Adventure in Disneyland Resort. “Coco” Ride Construction According to The Orange County Register, Walt Disney Imagineering has submitted early plans for work on the upcoming “Coco” attraction with the Anaheim Public Works department. The plans confirm the ride’s entrance …
Universal Submits Planning Permission Request for U.K. Theme Park
Shannen Ace
Universal Destinations & Experiences has submitted a request for planning permission to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government for their new U.K. park and resort. In a public letter, Universal explained they submitted the request “for planning permission to be granted by way of making a Special Development Order (SDO).” The submission includes …
Disneyland Closing 7 Attractions for Refurbishment During 70th-Anniversary Celebration
Shannen Ace
Star Tours, Pixar Pal-A-Round, Incredicoaster, & More Disneyland Resort Rides Closing for Refurbishment Disneyland is closing 7 attractions for refurbishment during the 70th-anniversary celebration at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. Attractions will close for refurbishment this summer amid the ongoing Disneyland 70th anniversary celebration. Disneyland 70th Anniversary Ride Closures for Refurbishments Star Tours Disneyland California …
BREAKING: Halloween and Two Other Oogie Boogie Bash 2025 Dates Sold Out
Shannen Ace
Oogie Boogie Bash 2025 – A Disney Halloween Party ticket sales opened to all guests on Thursday, June 26, and some dates are already sold out. Oogie Boogie Bash 2025 Sold Out Dates Oogie Boogie Bash Tickets Oogie Boogie Bash 2025 Dates What is Oogie Boogie Bash? Oogie Boogie Bash 2025 Dessert Party Oogie Boogie Bash …
Urupocha-chan Plush from Disney Store Japan Now Available from U.S. Store Online
Brit Tuttle
Direct from Disney Store Japan, new Urupocha-chan plush featuring Mickey Mouse, Stitch, and more are now available from the U.S. online store. In Japanese, “uru” means teary-eyed, while “pocha” means chubby. “Chan” is a Japanese term of endearment used for people or things that are cute. Urupocha-chan Plush at Disney Store Mickey Mouse Urupocha-chan Plush …
New Disney and Charter Deal Adds Hulu to Spectrum TV Select, 8 Disney Networks Restored
Shannen Ace
The Walt Disney Company and Spectrum parent company Charter Communications have struck a new distribution deal. Disney x Charter Deal The two companies have been at odds since 2023, when all Disney channels went dark for Spectrum customers for a 10-day period. The companies reached a carriage deal, restoring some of Disney’s networks, but others …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Marvel Standard Room Tour at Disney’s Hollywood Hotel in Hong Kong Disneyland Resort
Shannen Ace
After renovation, Disney’s Hollywood Hotel at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort offers two special room designs. We’ve already toured a Mickey and Friends room, now we’re checking out a Marvel standard room. Marvel Standard Room Tour The floors with Marvel rooms have murals featuring superheroes like this one with Captain Marvel. The room number plaques also …
Reservations Open Next Month for Oogie Boogie Bash Dessert Party at Disney California Adventure
Brit Tuttle
Mark your calendars! The Oogie Boogie Bash Dessert Party will open up reservations for the Halloween season next month. Oogie Boogie Bash Dessert Party Announced by Disney Eats on Instagram, reservations will open for the dessert party starting July 3. During the dessert party, guests can enjoy Halloween-themed desserts and beverages, and get preferred seating …
BREAKING: Universal Horror Unleashed Coming to Chicago
Shannen Ace
Before even opening the first Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas, Universal announced the year-round, immersive horror experience will also come to Chicago. Universal Horror Unleashed Chicago Where is Universal Horror Unleashed Chicago? Why Chicago Chosen for Universal Horror Unleashed Official Statement on Universal Horror Unleashed Chicago Chicago Opening Date Construction to Begin in 2026 …
New Bruce Bushman Original Fantasyland Concept Art Available at Disneyland
Shannen Ace
Take home a piece of Disneyland history with a newly-released Bruce Bushman piece available at Disneyana. Bruce Bushman Original Fantasyland Concept Art – $9,000 This is an original hand-colored brown line print by Bushman, a.k.a. “The Father of Fantasyland.” It comes framed with a golden plaque featuring Bushman’s name and details. The piece is not …
Live-Action ‘Lilo & Stitch 2’ Now in Development
Brit Tuttle
To celebrate 626 Day (June 26), Walt Disney Studios has announced that a sequel to the live-action “Lilo & Stitch,” titled “Lilo & Stitch 2,” is now in development. Live-Action ‘Lilo & Stitch 2’ In Development The news was first announced via social media by Disney and Walt Disney Studios: View this post on Instagram …
BREAKING: Gantu, Hamsterviel, & Angel Join Stitch for 626 Day 2025 at Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
Captain Gantu, Hamsterviel, and Angel are making surprise appearances alongside Stitch for 626 Day at Magic Kingdom. Gantu, Hamsterviel, Angel Appear at Tomorrowland Galactic Blast Gantu and Hamsterviel, in particular, only make rare appearances at Disney Parks, so this is one of the few times guests can see the villains in person. Gantu is not …
Rare Look Inside Backstage Disney Feature Animation Florida Building Where ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Was Animated
Shannen Ace
Disney shared a rare look inside the Walt Disney Feature Animation Florida building backstage at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, where “Lilo & Stitch” and other Walt Disney Animation Studios classics were created. In addition to a tour and a look back on the division’s history, Disney Parks Blog also interviewed Clark Spencer, the producer of the …
FIRST LOOK at Tinker Bell Scene in Hong Kong Disneyland 20th Anniversary Nighttime Spectacular
Shannen Ace
The Hong Kong Disneyland Ambassador team shared a preview of the Tinker Bell scene, including Main Street projections, in the park’s 20th anniversary nighttime spectacular. “Momentous: Party in the Night Sky” Tinker Bell Scene Disney Live Entertainment Technical Producer Jacky Au Yeung said the Tinker Bell scene highlights how the Main Street projections are an …
BREAKING: Original ‘Grave of the Flesh’ House Announced for Halloween Horror Nights 34 at Universal Orlando
Brit Tuttle
Universal Orlando Resort is keeping up their promise of a “spooky week” with yet another original haunted house announcement for Halloween Horror Nights 34. Grave of the Flesh Universal describes Grave of the Flesh with the following: Welcome to your funeral, where things are about to go from bad to worse. You’ll enter your grave …
New Light-Up Toy Story Alien Sipper at Hong Kong Disneyland, Likely Coming to Disneyland & Disney World
Shannen Ace
Hong Kong Disneyland has a new “Toy Story” little green alien sipper based on a statue at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World, so it may be coming to the U.S. parks soon. Alien Sipper – HK$180 The sipper is available at Jessie’s Snack Roundup in Toy Story Land. It comes with a bottled drink. …
Stitch & Angel Plush From Disney Store China Now Available in U.S.
Shannen Ace
Stitch and Angel plush from Disney Store China are now available for purchase from the U.S. Disney Store in honor of 626 Day. Disney Store China Stitch Plush – $34.99 This 13-inch plush has pastel fluffy blue fur and embroidered features. He wears denim overalls, a backwards ball cap, a white shirt, and a red …
New Coca-Cola x Star Wars Collaboration Including Disney Parks-Exclusive Bottles
Shannen Ace
Disney announced a new collaboration with Coca-Cola featuring limited-edition “Star Wars” products and content. Coca-Cola x “Star Wars”: Refresh Your Galaxy The “Coca-Cola x ‘Star Wars’: Refresh Your Galaxy” campaign “celebrates the power of fandom and community, seeking to unite fans throughout the galaxy.” The collaboration includes limited-edition products, creative content, and an interactive augmented reality experience. …
New Pastel Stitch Loungefly Backpack & Ear Headband Available Online for 626 Day
Shannen Ace
To celebrate 626 Day (June 26), Disney Store has released the new pastel Stitch Loungefly mini backpack and ear headband. Stitch 626 Day Pastel Loungefly Mini Backpack – $99 The simulated leather mini backpack is pastel blue with pink accents and trim. It has an all-over waffle texture. A die-cut Stitch face is on the …
New Round of Walt Disney World Annual Passholder 40% Dining Discount Begins Next Week
Shannen Ace
The second round of 40% dining discounts for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders starts on July 1. Disney Annual Passholder Dining Discount The 40% discount is part of V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days. Select Disney restaurants are offering the discount Mondays through Thursdays. These restaurants will be 40% off for Passholders from July 1 through July 31: …
Walt Disney World Annual Pass Down Payment Returns to $205 & More: Daily Recap (6/25/25)
Gretchen McDermid
The down payment for Walt Disney World’s Annual Passholder Florida Resident Monthly Payment Program has returned to $205, D23 has released the schedule for Destination D23, and a guest on Living With the Land in EPCOT was seen dipping their cooling towel in the ride’s water flume— all this and more in today’s daily recap …
Lobby Map at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Updated to Include Island Tower & Other Changes
Gretchen McDermid
Since the official opening of the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, the lobby map has now been updated with several new details. Polynesian Resort Lobby Map Updated A large, art-style map of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort can be found on one of the walls on the ground floor of the Great Ceremonial House, …
New Disney Princess, Mickey, Winnie the Pooh, and More Mugs & Tumblers at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
Over a dozen new mugs and tumblers arrived at Walt Disney World Resort this week. These mugs feature Mickey and Friends, Disney Princesses, Winnie the Pooh, and more characters and iconography. We found most of the drinkware at World of Disney in Disney Springs. Walt Disney World Iridescent Mug – $19.99 This mug is white …
Refurbished Train Moved, Rockwork Painted at Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Shannen Ace
Crews continue to work on the fake rocks of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and have moved the refurbished train. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Construction Earlier this month, WDWNT saw a refurbished Big Thunder Mountain Railroad train near the loading area of the roller-coaster. A few days later, crew members added clearance envelopes to the train …
Construction Walls Up for New Concierge Lounge at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel
Shannen Ace
Construction walls have gone up in Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa for construction of a new concierge lounge. Grand Californian Concierge Lounge Construction As we have previously reported, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel is undergoing an extended refurbishment. Themed construction walls have been present in several of the hallways, and various sections of the hotel …
Disney Layoffs Almost 2% of Product & Technology Division
Shannen Ace
The latest round of Disney layoffs is affecting the company’s entertainment product and technology division. Disney Layoffs – Product & Technology Fifth Round of Disney Layoffs This Year Corporate, Financial, Entertainment Disney Layoffs Disney Layoffs – Product & Technology In a new article from TheWrap, it has been reported that another division within The Walt …
Walt Disney World Monorail System Adding New Glow in the Dark Logos
Gretchen McDermid
In a recent image shared by Disney, the trains of the Walt Disney World Monorail Transportation system will be receiving new glow-in-the-dark logos. Glow-in-the-Dark Monorail Logos at Walt Disney World In a recent update shared by Disney on the Disney Experiences webpage, all of the 12 monorail trains will all be receiving new exterior logos made …
New Passholder-Exclusive Maleficent Photo Op Available at Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can channel Maleficent at a new limited-time photo op in Magic Kingdom. Maleficent Photo Op The photo op is available exclusively to Annual Passholders now through July 31 as part of V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days, Disney announced on Instagram. Guests get to hold Maleficent’s golden staff. Diablo, Maleficent’s pet raven, is …
New Details Revealed of Cruella de Vil Piano Lounge on Disney Destiny Cruise Ship
Shannen Ace
Disney Cruise Line shared more details of De Vil’s, a new piano lounge on the Disney Destiny ship. De Vil’s Details Disney Cruise Line announced De Vil’s earlier this year, and we got a preview of some of the lounge’s furnishings and Cast Member costumes. The lounge will be just off the ship’s Grand Hall …
Parents Arrested for Child Neglect at Walt Disney World Resort Last Year Cleared of All Charges
Shannen Ace
A couple arrested at Walt Disney World Resort last year were cleared of child neglect and domestic violence charges. Couple Cleared of Child Neglect Charges Robert and Janine Pecha, of Staten Island, New York, were arrested for third-degree felony child neglect in February 2024 after they were found allegedly intoxicated in their hotel room at …
REVIEW: Sunshine Seasons Replaces Pepperoni Pizza Roll with New Flatbreads and Caprese Sandwich
Brit Tuttle
Sunshine Seasons at EPCOT is getting in on the summer menu refresh action, as they’ve eliminated the Pepperoni Pizza Roll from the menu and added new flatbread pizzas and a caprese sandwich. We hit the Monorail and made our way over to try all three new options. Sunshine Seasons Sunshine Seasons is located inside The …
First 2025 Halloween Merchandise at Walt Disney World Features Evil Queen, Ursula, and Maleficent
Shannen Ace
The first piece of 2025 Halloween merchandise has arrived at Walt Disney World Resort. Though it doesn’t explicitly reference Halloween, the shirt features pumpkins and Disney Villains, clearly meant to evoke the fall holiday. “Pick Your Poison” T-Shirt – $29.99 The shirt is a heather black. “Pick Your Poison” is in purple letters, with the …
BREAKING: Disney Files Permit for Tom Sawyer Island Demolition
Shannen Ace
Walt Disney Imagineering filed a construction permit on Wednesday for the demolition of Tom Sawyer Island at Magic Kingdom. Tom Sawyer Island Demolition The Notice of Commencement is for “Demo, infrastructure prep and utility modification” at 4975 Caribbean Way in Bay Lake. Disney has contracted NorthStar Contracting Group, Inc. for the work. The permit expires …
REVIEW: Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe Celebrates Summer 2025 with New and Returning Entrees
Brit Tuttle
Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe has refreshed its menu for the summer season, offering several new entrees and a returning sandwich. We took time out of our Magic Kingdom day to review everything. Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe is located in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom, across from Tomorrowland Speedway. Classic Ranch Salad – …
39-Year-Old Man Arrested for Organizing ‘Wedding’ With 9-Year-Old Girl at Disneyland Paris
Shannen Ace
A 39-year-old British man was arrested at Disneyland Paris last weekend for trying to have a “mock wedding” with a 9-year-old Ukrainian girl as his bride. The man, Jacky Jhaj, is a convicted sex offender in the U.K. and was wanted for breaching requirements. On Saturday, June 21, Disneyland Paris Cast Members were alerted by …
REVIEW: The Updated Baseball Brownie is a Cute Refresh at Casey’s Corner in Magic Kingdom
Brit Tuttle
Casey’s Corner has updated its Baseball Brownie with new caramel corn and dulce de leche flavors, as well as a new dome shape. We ran the bases home to Magic Kingdom to try it for ourselves. Casey’s Corner Casey’s Corner is located on Main Street, U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom, at the end of the street …
‘Elio’ Art Exhibit and Photo Ops in Pixar Place Hotel at Disneyland Resort
Shannen Ace
A new “Elio” exhibit has opened in Pixar Place Hotel at Disneyland Resort, replacing the “Win or Lose” exhibit. There’s also “Elio” photo ops in the hotel’s lobby. “Elio” Photo Ops This photo op is next to Store-E and above the Sketchpad Cafe dining area. It features Elio and his new alien friend Glordon. In …
Annual Pass Reservations Fully Booked for Magic Kingdom on Disney Starlight Parade Premiere Date
Shannen Ace
Magic Kingdom Park Pass reservations for Annual Passholders are fully booked for July 20, 2025, the premiere date of “Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away” parade. Annual Pass Magic Kingdom Reservations Annual Passholders who try to book a Park Pass for July 20 will see that only some parks are available on that date. Magic …
Liberty Square Riverboat Hours Extended Before Permanent Closure at Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
The Liberty Square Riverboat at Magic Kingdom is opening an extra hour early before its permanent closure in July. Liberty Square Riverboat Hours According to the sign at the boat’s launch as well as the Walt Disney World website, the Liberty Belle is now opening at 10 a.m. instead of 11 a.m. It will continue …