More ‘The Aristocats’ and Lucifer Bags From Disney Store Japan Arrive at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
A few more items originally released by Disney Store Japan have arrived at Disney Ever After in Disney Springs. These join Disney Store Japan’s Sakura Collection and other “The Aristocats” merchandise. The cat merch was originally released by Disney Store Japan for Cat Day on February 22. The Aristocats Tote Bag – $44.99 This tote …
First Look Inside Monsters Unchained The Frankenstein Experiment at Epic Universe & More: Daily Recap (3/7/25)
Jamie Rowland
Mara Jade’s lightsaber hilt is coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Disney is breaking tradition and having the “Snow White” premiere in a new location, and showtimes for Happily Ever After are shifting later in the evening — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, March 7, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic …
VIDEO: Refurbished Downtown Disney Entrance Now Open as Monorail Returns to Service
Jamie Rowland
The Disneyland Monorail has returned to service and with it, the new entrance gates are open at Downtown Disney District. The Monorail closed for refurbishment on January 6, 2025. Monorail Returns to Service The Monorail can once again be spotted looping around the resort. There aren’t many significant changes post-refurbishment, especially not inside the park. …
VIDEO: Disneyland Railroad Reopens After Second Round of Construction
Jamie Rowland
The Disneyland Railroad has reopened after being closed for its second round of refurbishment. The railroad was previously closed in fall 2024 when Cast Members told us that was the first of four three-month refurbishments. Work on Main Street Station has been complete, so this closure likely focused on track replacement. We did not notice any major …
New Actors in Talks for McGonagall and Snape Roles in Upcoming ‘Harry Potter’ TV Series
Jamie Rowland
According to Deadline, Janet McTeer and Paapa Essiedu are in talks to play Minerva McGonagall and Severus Snape, respectively, in HBO’s upcoming “Harry Potter” TV series. Janet McTeer in Talks for Minerva McGonagall Casting Janet McTeer is an Oscar and Emmy nominated actress known for her roles in “Ozark” and other HBO projects like “Into …
General Parking After 6 P.M. Now Included for Platinum and Gold Passes at Universal Studios Hollywood
Jamie Rowland
As of March 3, 2025, General Parking after 6 p.m. is now included for Platinum and Gold Annual Passholder at Universal Studios Hollywood. General Parking Now Included for Platinum and Gold Passes According to the Universal Studios Hollywood website, parking after 6 p.m. for Platinum and Gold level passes is now included. Exceptions are blockout …
Old Disney’s Fort Wilderness Cabins Now Available to Book on Airbnb
Shannen Ace
Miss the old cabins of Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort? Relive your memories with three of the former Fort Wilderness cabins now available on Airbnb. Fort Wilderness Cabins on Airbnb Airbnb Superhost Magical Sunshine Properties acquired the three cabins and set them up on a lot in Davenport, Florida, not far from Walt Disney World Resort. …
Audition Opportunities Posted for Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas
Jamie Rowland
Universal Destinations & Experiences has now posted audition opportunities for Universal Horror Unleashed, a new year-round horror experience coming to Las Vegas later this year. While the current application does not guarantee an audition, potential performers now have the ability to create a Universal Horror Unleashed Audition Profile to be the first to receive audition …
Disney Skips Hosting Red Carpet Premiere of ‘Snow White’ to Avoid Anti-Woke Backlash
Jamie Rowland
Instead of a typical London premiere, Disney will now launch “Snow White” at a castle in Spain, according to The Standard. Disney’s newest live-action film, “Snow White,” is set to release on March 21, 2025. The remake has not been a stranger to controversy for various reasons among not including “the seven dwarfs” in its …
PHOTOS: DinoLand Concrete Torn Up at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Shannen Ace
With most of Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama demolished, crews are now focusing on tearing up the concrete ground of DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. DinoLand Demolition We saw an excavator in active use, pulling concrete up from the former carnival space. Crews have also started clearing trees from behind DinoLand. They’ll need the space …
‘Happily Ever After’ Showtime Shifting Later at Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
Over the next few weeks, Disney will shift the time of “Happily Ever After” at Magic Kingdom later in the evening. Happily Ever After Showtime Changing The nighttime spectacular is currently performed at 8 p.m. When daylight savings time begins this Sunday, March 9, the show will start performances at 8:30 p.m. As the daylight …
Petition Calls for Delaware North to Reinstate Disney Springs Worker Who Was Fired After Reporting Sexual Harassment
Shannen Ace
There’s now a petition telling Delaware North, the parent company of Patina Restaurant Group, to reinstate an employee who worked at Disney Springs and was fired after reporting sexual harassment by her supervisor. UNITE HERE Local 737 sponsors the petition along with UltraViolet and Central Florida Jobs with Justice. Last month, UNITE HERE Local 737 …
Full List of PhotoPass Magic Shots at 2025 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
Shannen Ace
Disney PhotoPass has grown several Magic Shots just for the 2025 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. 2025 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival Magic Shots Tiny World The Flower & Garden Festival Tiny World photo op is near the fountain between the entrance of EPCOT and Spaceship Earth. It turns EPCOT into a “Tiny …
How to Save $500-$750 on Disney Vacation Club
Andrew Iovino
When you decide to close a deal on a Disney Vacation Club contract, the closing costs can become quite expensive! Now, thanks to DVC Resale Market, they don’t have to be! How Can You Save on Disney Vacation Club? DVC Resale Market has always offered flexibility and value, which inspired their new limited-time offer to …
Jon Favreau Developing Oswald the Lucky Rabbit Series for Disney+
Shannen Ace
Disney favorite producer Jon Favreau is developing a new series blending animation and live-action, featuring Oswald the Lucky Rabbit. Jon Favreau Creating Oswald Series An animated Oswald series for Disney+ was first rumored in 2019, before the streaming service launched. Six years later, it’s finally coming to fruition, even though Walt Disney Animation Studios is …
REVIEW: Limited Time King Cake Sugar Cookie Debuts at Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs
Brit Tuttle
Gideon’s Bakehouse is letting the good times roll for a limited time in Disney Springs with the debut of a new “bonus cookie” — the King Cake Sugar Cookie. This new cookie is available from today, Friday, March 7, through Sunday, March 9 only. There is a purchase limit of two per person, and the …
Disney to Live-Stream SXSW Session Hosted by Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro and Co-Chairman Alan Bergman
Lauren Shahan
Disney Parks Blog will live-stream tomorrow’s speaking engagement with Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro and Co-Chairman Alan Bergman at this year’s SXSW conference. Disney at SXSW 2025 Disney Parks Blog has shared a live-stream YouTube link for the upcoming session called “The Future of World-Building at Disney.” During the session, D’Amaro and Bergman will “discuss …
Disney Files Permit to ‘Refurbish’ Pirates League Signage For New Pirates of the Caribbean Tavern
Shannen Ace
Walt Disney Imagineering filed a permit to change signage for the new Pirates of the Caribbean tavern at Magic Kingdom. Pirates of the Caribbean Tavern Signage The permit is for 4873 Caribbean Way #B, the approximate address of the new tavern next to Pirates of the Caribbean and Plaza Del Sol Caribe Bazar. It’s to …
FIRST LOOK at New Butterbeer Treats Coming to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Epic Universe
Shannen Ace
Universal shared photos of Butterbeer-inspired treats that will be available at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic in Epic Universe. Butterbeer Treats Butterbeer is known as Bièraubeurre in the French Place Cachée where most of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic is set. Some of these new …
First-Ever Union Contract Approved for Walt Disney Animation Studios Production Workers
Lauren Shahan
A new union contract was officially approved for Walt Disney Animation Studios production management workers. Union Contract Approved for Walt Disney Animation Studios Production Workers According to Variety, in February 2023 a large majority of production workers voted to unionize. The agreement was approved by the unit with 96% voter participation and approved with 93% …
VIDEO: First Look Inside Monsters Unchained The Frankenstein Experiment at Epic Universe
Shannen Ace
Universal Creative has shared a behind-the-scenes video following a Senior Show Coordinator’s day in the life working on Dark Universe, the new Universal Monsters land opening with Epic Universe. Preview of Dark Universe Senior Show Coordinator Brooke Elliott takes viewers inside Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment, the land’s main attraction featuring several Universal Monsters. The …
New Mara Jade Skywalker Legacy Lightsaber Set Coming to Disney Store and Parks
Shannen Ace
Mara Jade might not be part of the “Star Wars” canon anymore, but Disney is still giving fans the opportunity to take home her iconic purple lightsaber. Mara Jade Lightsaber Set – $325 The Emperor’s Hand Limited Edition Legacy Lightsaber set showcases the character’s transition from an assassin for Palpatine to a Jedi and Luke Skywalker’s …
NEW Disney Pin Trading 25th Anniversary Bag Now Available at Walt Disney World
Lauren Shahan
A new Disney Pin Trading bag celebrating the 25th anniversary of the activity is now available at Walt Disney World. We found the bag for sale at Riverside Depot in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, though it is also available at Magic Kingdom and Disney Springs. However, stock was limited and the bag sold out at Animal …
La Forêt Secrète by Jean Imbert Opens at Disneyland Paris With Movie-Inspired Dishes
Shannen Ace
La Forêt Secrète par Jean Imbert is now open at Disneyland Hotel in Disneyland Paris, featuring dishes inspired by “Beauty and the Beast,” “Tangled,” Indiana Jones, Pirates of the Caribbean, and more. La Forêt Secrète par Jean Imbert Chef Imbert is a Michelin-starred chef and a life-long Disney fan. “I have a very special connection with Disneyland …
Guest Poops on the Walls and Floor of Cosmic Rewind Queue & More: Daily Recap (3/6/25)
Gretchen McDermid
A viral Disney guest pooped in the queue of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, a second viral guest held up Tiana’s Bayou Adventure for 40 minutes after wandering with a child, and the Cementasaurus at DinoLand U.S.A. was completely demolished — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, March 6, 2025. …
New LEGO Beauty and the Beast Castle Revealed Online
Gretchen McDermid
LEGO has released the first images of a new exclusive Beauty and the Beast Castle set coming soon to stores and their website. LEGO Beauty and the Beast Castle – $279.99 The new set contains 2,916 pieces and is recommended for ages 18+. The castle will measure 21 inches tall from base to tower, and …
REVIEW: All NEW Food and Beverage Items Available for the 2025 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
Alicia
The 2025 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival has officially opened. There’s an abundance of new merchandise available, new topiaries, and, of course, new food! Below you’ll find our complete reviews and rankings of all new food and beverage items, along with our review video. Florida Fresh Food: Beverages: *NEW* Conch Fritters – $6.50with Key …
PHOTOS: All Garden Destinations at 2025 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
Lauren Shahan
The 2025 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is in full swing and there are numerous garden destinations for guests to experience throughout the park. Garden Destinations There are new and returning garden destinations located throughout each of the four EPCOT neighborhoods of EPCOT. Guests can check the festival passport for a full list of …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 3/6/2025 (Dinoland Update, Magic Kingdom Moments, and More)
Bryce B.
Howdy! Today was a much-needed relaxing day in Magic Kingdom. After the hustle and bustle of the Flower and Garden Festival in EPCOT yesterday, I decided to start my morning with the destruction of Dino-Rama, then spent the rest of the afternoon in Magic Kingdom. Good Morning from Disney’s Animal Kingdom Good morning from Disney’s …
Disneyland Paris Announces New Merchandise Location Opening Next to The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror in Late 2025
Lauren Shahan
A new merchandise location was announced for Disneyland Paris next to The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. New Boutique to Open Near The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror Disneyland Paris first announced the news on social media. According to the announcement, work on the new boutique is scheduled to begin in April 2025 with the …
Full Guide to 2025 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival
Shannen Ace
The 2025 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival runs from February 28 through April 21. Festival Guide The festival guide includes festival marketplace menus and details about culinary demonstrations, add-on experiences, attractions, and entertainment. Sip and Savor Pass With a Sip and Savor Pass, guests get redeemable coupons for either four or eight dishes …
The Disney Decades Game Returns, Catholic Characters, & Recovering from Flower & Garden Festival TONIGHT!
Tom Corless
Tonight, don’t miss the internet’s only comedy show about Disney Parks! Join us at 9 p.m. ET for the latest Disney Parks news, the Disney Decades game, and more! WDW News Tonight Hosted by Tom Corless and Nick LoCicero, WDW News Tonight is a live, weekly program that combines the latest headlines, comedy, trending vacation …
Scrims Removed from Skull Island: Reign of Kong at Islands of Adventure
Gretchen McDermid
Universal may be close to finishing repairs on the outdoor section of the Skull Island: Reign of Kong attraction in Universal Islands of Adventure, as the scrims surrounding the entrance have finally been removed. Skull Island: Reign of Kong We previously reported in November 2024 that tan scrims had been installed around the outdoor section …
‘Shout Out to this Guy,’ Guest with Child Jumps Out of Log and Wanders for 40 Minutes on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
Gretchen McDermid
Pictures of another guest incident at Walt Disney World have been posted on Facebook, sharing a story of a guest who stopped Tiana’s Bayou Adventure for 40 minutes because he refused to get back in the log. Guest Incident on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure In an anonymous post to the Walt Disney World Tips and Tricks …
New Coffee Shop Coming to Disney’s Pop Century Resort Amid Value Resort Refreshes
Shannen Ace
A new coffee shop will open soon in Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney’s Pop Century Resort. Everything POP Shopping & Dining Updates Disney Parks Blog highlighted various refurbishments at their value resorts, including the recent refresh of Everything POP. The gift shop and quick-service dining venue have a new vibrant color scheme. The …
REVIEW: Are the Second-Generation Interactive Wands at Universal Orlando Resort Worth It?
Gretchen McDermid
After spending a whole day casting spells in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley at Universal Orlando Resort, our reporters shared their honest thoughts about the new second-generation interactive wands. Second-Generation Interactive Wands Review First, we have to mention the price of the new wands. Every design of the second-gen …
Everything We Know About Epic Universe
Jamie Rowland
Universal Orlando Resort’s newest park, Epic Universe is set to open on May 22, 2025. Let’s recap everything we have learned about the park before the portals open. Universal Destinations & Experiences CEO Mark Woodbury said Epic Universe would be the “most technologically advanced” theme park. It will use facial recognition and photo validation technology …
Cosmic Behind: Guest Poops All Over Floor and Walls of Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT and People Kept Standing There
Katie Francis
A Walt Disney World guest incident has taken a turn for the smelly, as a new TikTok video shows that a guest pooped all over the floor and walls of the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind queue in EPCOT — which somehow did not deter guests from enduring the wait to ride. Readers may …
Walt Disney World Shares 4 Hour Monorail Ambience Video
Shannen Ace
In honor of National Monorail Day on March 6 (a holiday seemingly made up by Disney today), Disney Parks shared a 4-hour video of Monorail ambience. 4-Hour Monorail Ambience The video is filmed from within a Walt Disney World Resort Mark VI Monorail. It spends four hours looping around EPCOT and the Transportation and Ticket …
FIRST LOOK at Disneyland 70th Anniversary Light-Up Mickey Balloon Popcorn Bucket
Brit Tuttle
Disney Eats has shared a first look at the light-up Mickey Balloon popcorn bucket that will be available at Disneyland Resort for its 70th anniversary celebration. Disneyland 70th Celebration Light Up Mickey Balloon Popcorn Bucket Revealed via a post on the Disney Eats Instagram account, this new bucket will be available for purchase starting May …