Tokyo Disney Resort Updates 2025 Schedule of Closures and Refurbishments
Katie Francis
Tokyo Disney Resort has updated their list of 2025 closures and refurbishments. Previously, the schedule only reflected the first half of the year. See the full schedules below with the new additions marked. Tokyo Disneyland Closures and Refurbishments Tokyo DisneySEA Closures and Refurbishments Do the new closures affect your trip to Tokyo Disney Resort? Let …
New Mickey Sleepwear Collection at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
A new Mickey sleepwear collection at Walt Disney World includes pajamas and sweaters. We found the apparel at Tren-D in Disney Springs. Short-Sleeved Pajama Set – $59.99 This set includes a short-sleeved button-up top and shorts. They’re an off-white color with an all-over pattern of beige and black Mickey heads. The shirt features a breast …
Remembering President Jimmy Carter’s Connection to Disney Parks
Katie Francis
Former President Jimmy Carter passed away on December 29, 2024, at age 100. In memory of his legacy, we’re looking back at President Carter’s connection to the Disney Parks. Carter, the39th President of the United States of America, has a bit of a history with the parks — though, perhaps not quite as headline-worthy as …
RUMOR: Disney Developing Mother Gothel Film
Shannen Ace
Disney is reportedly developing a film about Mother Gothel, the villain of “Tangled.” Mother Gothel Film The news comes from entertainment scooper Daniel Richtman (@DanielRPK). We don’t know if the potential film would be a prequel or retelling of “Tangled,” or if it would be animated or would be live-action. It could be along the …
REVIEW: New Sangria DOLE Whip Float Available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Katie Francis
In addition to the new Banana Orange Guava drink, Disney’s Animal Kingdom has a new Sangria DOLE Whip Float. We set off on a trip to try it out. The new beverage is available at Tamu Tamu Refreshments in Africa. Sangria DOLE Whip Float – $14.50 Sangria with Jam Jar Sweet Shiraz topped with DOLE …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney Springs 12/27/2024 (New Mugs, New Ear Headbands, and More)
Bryce B.
Howdy Hey! Happy Friday! Today I spent the morning at Hollywood Studios and the afternoon shopping at Disney Springs, and I saw a ton of new merchandise released including new mugs, new ear headbands, and so much more. Good Morning from Disney’s Hollywood Studios It was a foggy start to the day and I picked …
New Four Parks Snowglobe and Magnet Set Arrive at Walt Disney World
Gretchen McDermid
Celebrating the four park icons of Walt Disney World, a new mini snowglobe and magnet set have arrived at Walt Disney World. We found both items at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom Park. Four Parks Mini Snowglobe – $16.99 This new mini snowglobe showcases four park icons, each representing one of the four theme parks …
First Look at New Disney Parks Cup Design Featuring Space Mountain, a Monorail, & More
Katie Francis
A new design for the Disney Parks cup given at most venues for soft drinks and other beverages has arrived at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. We first found the new cup design at Tamu Tamu Refreshments. New Disney Parks Cup Design The cup has a white base and bright artwork featuring multicolored circles against a blue …
New Jewelry Featuring Sorcerer Mickey, Cinderella, and Stitch Arrives at Walt Disney World
Lauren Shahan
New jewelry featuring Mickey Mouse, Cinderella, and Stitch has arrived at Walt Disney World. We discovered these items at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom. Mickey Earrings – $21.99 These earrings feature Mickey gemstones as the focal point. The earrings are a hook design and have smaller gemstones, Mickeys, and flower shapes decorating the rest of …
New Tokyo Disney Resort Sign-Inspired Magnets Available
Shannen Ace
Tokyo Disney Resort has turned some of its famous signs into magnets guests can take home. There are two sets, each including two magnets. Tokyo Disney Parking Plaza Sign Magnets – ¥1,800 These magnets are inspired by the signs atop the Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea parking plazas. The Tokyo Disneyland magnet features the park …
Disney Surveying Guests About Including ‘The Simpsons’ at Theme Parks & More: Daily Recap (12/28/24)
Katie Francis
Former Pixar staff have spoken out about the removed transgender storyline from “Win or Lose,” Disney’s Hollywood Studios has added fireworks to the schedule for New Year’s Eve, and a new fireworks line of merchandise has arrived — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, December 28, 2024. Walt Disney World Disney’s …
Figment, Ahsoka, Muppets, and More NEW MagicBand+ at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
A dozen new MagicBand+ designs, including Figment and Muppets bands, were released at Walt Disney World this week. We found these at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort and Movies Resort gift shops. Limited Release Ahsoka Tano MagicBand+ – $54.99 This band has a gray center with an orange puck. Ahsoka’s famous line, “I am no Jedi,” …
New Purple Walt Disney World Fireworks Spirit Jersey, Ears, and Starbucks Cup
Shannen Ace
Walt Disney World has a new purple merchandise collection including a Spirit Jersey, Minnie ear headband, and Starbucks tumbler. We found the trio of new items at World of Disney in Disney Springs and BouTiki in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. They are all dark blue-purple with touches of lilac and gold. Purple Spirit Jersey – …
New Four Parks Collection Minnie Ears, Ornaments, and More Arrive at Walt Disney World
Lauren Shahan
Even more merchandise from the Four Parks collection has arrived at Walt Disney World including a Minnie ear headband, ornaments, and more. We discovered most of the following items at World of Disney in Disney Springs. Minnie Ear Headband – $34.99 The ears of the headband feature the four park icons. On the left ear …
Disney Shares Behind-the-Scenes Look at Te Ka Puppet From Disney Cruise Line ‘Moana’ Show
Shannen Ace
Disney Live Entertainment shared a video taking viewers behind the scenes of the larger-than-life Te Ka puppet used in “The Tale of Moana” stage show on the Disney Treasure. Te Ka Puppet Puppet specialist James R. Duncan showed off the impressive figure, which is operated by four performers. One performer controls the movement of the …
REVIEW: New Ice Cream Bucket, Everything Cookie, and Caramel-Churro Shake are Big Blockbusters at Disney’s All-Star Movies
Shannen Ace
Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort is now serving the “At The Movies” Ice Cream Bucket, Mickey-Shaped Everything Chocolate Chip Cookie, and Salted Caramel-Churro Shake. Disney announced the new treats earlier this week. All three are available from the Coffee and Ice Cream Shop in World Premiere Food Court. “At The Movies” Ice Cream Bucket – $13.99 …
Disney Springs Wellness Month 2025 Fitness Classes & Other Offerings Announced
Shannen Ace
January is the Disney Springs Wellness Month presented by AdventHealth featuring fitness classes and other offerings. Disney Springs Wellness Month 2025 Disney curated seven “Wellness Itineraries” tailored to different activity levels. Guests can register for a pre-built itinerary but don’t have to complete every activity. Some activities have limited availability or have an additional cost. …
Disney Surveying Guests About Including ‘The Simpsons’ at Theme Parks
Shannen Ace
Disney is surveying guests about the potential inclusion of “The Simpsons” at their theme parks. Disney Survey Asks About Simpsons The new survey asks about various brands and franchises owned by The Walt Disney Company. On X, Drew Smith shared a screenshot of the survey asking, “Which of the following offerings do you want to …
Former Pixar Staff Speak Out On Transgender Storyline Cut from ‘Win or Lose’, Environmentalism Messages Being Downplayed in Upcoming Film
Shannen Ace
Former Pixar employees are dismayed that the studio cut a transgender storyline from the upcoming “Win or Lose” Disney+ series. Sarah Ligatich, a transgender former Pixar assistant editor who consulted on the “Win or Lose” episode, told The Hollywood Reporter, “It hardly surprised me, but it devastated me. For a long time, Disney has not been in …
Disney’s Hollywood Studios Adds New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Shannen Ace
There will be New Year’s Eve fireworks at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on December 31, 2024. Disney’s Hollywood Studios New Year’s Eve Fireworks The fireworks display will begin at 11:57 p.m. ET, counting down to midnight and 2025. It’s expected to use a mix of pyrotechnics launched from the Chinese Theater and the park’s launch site …
Closing Timeframe Announced for Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit & More: Daily Recap (12/27/24)
Katie Francis
Fantasmic! had a strange altered ending at Disneyland, investigators determined the Reedy Creek Improvement District was not involved in criminal activity, and Disney is developing new robotics technology — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, December 27, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World Resort Hotels New Merchandise Other …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom and EPCOT 12/26/2024 (Christmas Day, Chaotic Crowds, and More)
Bryce B.
Ho, Ho, Howdy! Yesterday was Christmas Day and the Christmas crowds are certainly here at Magic Kingdom and still arriving, meanwhile, Disney doesn’t slow down, there were plenty of fun finds, including new merchandise and reopenings. Merry Christmas! Let me backtrack to yesterday, Christmas Morning. I hope you had a fabulous day yesterday I know …
Dragons, Signs, Lights, and More Details Installed During Epic Universe Construction
Shannen Ace
Phoenixes, dragons, and wolves, oh my! Aerial photographer bioreconstruct flew over Epic Universe on Christmas Day, providing more photos of the park’s construction. The new Universal Orlando Resort theme park will open in May 2025. Epic Universe Overview Epic Universe features the lands Celestial Park, Dark Universe (Universal Classic Monsters), Super Nintendo World, How to …
New Art of Animation Minnie Ear Headband Available at Walt Disney World
Lauren Shahan
A new Minnie ear headband debuted at the Art of Animation resort. The design matches the resort collection that was released earlier this summer. Art of Animation Minnie Ear Headband – $34.99 The ear headband features characters from various areas of the resort’s theming including “The Little Mermaid” and “The Lion King.” On the left ear …
REVIEW: ‘The Tale of Moana’ is Disney’s Best Stage Show Since ‘The Lion King’ on Broadway
Tom Corless
On the Disney Treasure cruise ship, a new Broadway-style stage show debuted — “The Tale of Moana.” I have now had three opportunities to see this show – a one-act preview in November, a full performance on the media preview voyage, and once more on the Maiden Voyage of the ship as a guest. I …
BREAKING: Closing Timeframe Announced for Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Studios Florida
Katie Francis
A closing timeframe has been confirmed for Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Studios Florida. The roller coaster will close permanently in fall 2025. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Closing Rumors have been spreading for a while that indicated the imminent closure of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, and recently, Universal filed a permit with the South …
New Figment Valentine’s Day T-Shirt at EPCOT
Shannen Ace
If Figment is your Valentine, you’ll want to check out this new t-shirt available at Creations Shop in EPCOT. Figment Valentine’s Day T-Shirt – $29.99 The short-sleeved tee is light pink. “Love” is spelled out with white letters and Spaceship Earth in place of the “o.” The EPCOT wordmark is in dark pink. Above Spaceship …
Mark Twain Riverboat Missing, No Characters Appear in ‘Fantasmic!’ Finale at Disneyland
Lauren Shahan
The “Fantasmic!” finale at Disneyland was a bit empty yesterday, December 26, as the first performance of the night ended without its usual character-filled finale featuring the Mark Twain Riverboat. ‘Fantasmic!’ Finale “C” Mode at Disneyland As the nighttime spectacular nears its close, the Mark Twain Riverboat glides across the Rivers of America, packed with …
Structure Complete on Third Shanghai Disney Resort Hotel
Shannen Ace
Construction of the framework of the new Shanghai Disney Resort hotel appears to be complete. Shanghai Disney Resort Hotel Construction Disney Magical Kingdom Blog shared photos of hotel construction taken in late December 2024. The hotel features slightly raised sections along the roof and a porte-cochere at the front entrance. Steel frames are in place …
Disney Working on New Method of Life-Like Robot Movements
Shannen Ace
Disney Research is working on a new method to create life-like movements in a robot. New Disney Robot This week, robot enthusiast Lukas Ziegler shared a new video of a Disney robot dancing. In the video, embedded below, a free-standing humanoid figure moves its arms, legs, and feet to tap, spin, and moonwalk. Disney Research …
Three New Desserts Coming to Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort
Shannen Ace
Three new treats are coming to Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort at Walt Disney World this week. New All-Star Movies Desserts First up is the At the Movies Ice Cream Bucket. This classic popcorn bucket is full of caramel popcorn, TWIX cookie bar pieces, M&M’S Milk Chocolate Candies, SNICKERS bar pieces, chocolate and caramel Sauces, whipped …
Permit Filed to Install New Projectors at Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin in Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
Walt Disney Imagineering filed a construction permit for new projectors at Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin in Magic Kingdom. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Permit The address on the notice of commencement is 1305 Monorail Way, the location of Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin in Tomorrowland. The general description is “Install projectors” and it contracts …
New 2025 Collectible Medallions Now Arriving at Walt Disney World
Brit Tuttle
As 2024 winds down and the new year approaches, new 2025 collectible medallions have started to arrive across Walt Disney World Resort. We’ve found four locations for the new medallions so far. Magic Kingdom Emporium The first kiosk we spotted is located in the Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A. The sign for the machine has …
New Ducks of Disney Mystery Pin Pack Now Available at Walt Disney World
Lauren Shahan
Highly anticipated amongst Disney pin traders, the Ducks of Disney mystery pin pack is now available at Walt Disney World. We first discovered the pin pack at Creations Shop at EPCOT. Ducks of Disney Mystery Pin Pack – $44.99 The mystery pin pack features Disney characters in rubber duck form. The front of the pack …
Investigation Finds Former Walt Disney World Reedy Creek Improvement District Board Broke No Criminal Laws
Lauren Shahan
Recently released government records have proven that the members of the former board of supervisors for the Reedy Creek Improvement District broke no criminal laws before Florida Governor Ron DeSantis appointed the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District to replace it. Reedy Creek Improvement District As reported in an article by News 6, an external investigation …
First Floral Bucket Returns to Poppy’s Playground at Universal Studios Florida After Quick Refurbishment
Lauren Shahan
During our recent visit to Universal Studios Florida, we noticed a floral bucket had returned to Poppy’s Playground in DreamWorks Land. Poppy’s Playground Just a couple of weeks ago, Poppy’s Playground was closed with ropes blocking the entrance with signs saying “Temporarily out of service.” Red boxes covered the spots where the floral buckets once …
Universal Files Permit to Remove Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit from Universal Studios Florida & More: Daily Recap (12/26/24)
Gretchen McDermid
A guest holding a baby was seen on video yelling at a Pirates of the Caribbean Cast Member after the ride broke down on Christmas Day and a new Figment cosplay-style hoodie has already sold out at EPCOT — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, December 26, 2024. Walt Disney World …
Cast Members Clean Up Oil Leak in Tokyo Disneyland as Park Opens
Shannen Ace
Tokyo Disneyland experienced an oil leak in Westernland on Christmas Day, December 25, 2024. Oil Leak in Tokyo Disneyland Multiple guests shared images of Cast Members cleaning up Westernland, the Tokyo Disneyland version of Frontierland, on X. Oriental Land Company (OLC) said in a statement that the oil leak was caused by cleaning equipment before …
New Space Mountain, Valentine’s Day, and More Walt Disney World T-Shirts
Shannen Ace
A series of new Walt Disney World t-shirts are available at the Florida resort. We found the first five at Keystone Clothiers in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and the other three at World of Disney in Disney Springs. Space Mountain T-Shirt – $34.99 On the back of this pale purple tee is a black-and-white photo of …
Universal Studios Japan Announces January Reopening Date for Jurassic Park: The Ride After Year-Long Refurbishment
Gretchen McDermid
A post on the official Universal Studios Japan X account (previously Twitter) has announced the reopening date for Jurassic Park: The Ride. Reopening Date Announced Jurassic Park: The Ride has officially been announced to reopen on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. As we previously reported, Jurassic Park: The Ride has been closed since September 4, 2023 …