Arica Conrad 
Several open edition character pins themed to rainbow swirls, ice cream cones, and napping, as well as a new mini tote bag, are now available at Disneyland. Rainbow Swirl Pins Baymax Pin – $17.99 The first pin collection are pins that are colored with pastel rainbow swirls. This pin features Baymax from “Big Hero 6” … Read more
In preparation for the 2026 EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival, construction is occurring on the playground and Butterfly Landing near the Imagination Pavilion. EPCOT Playground Refurbishment During a recent visit to EPCOT, we noticed green scrim walls have been installed to surround the playground area near the Imagination Pavilion. Awnings with string lights are … Read more
Walt Disney World has a new art piece themed to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, but only one is available for purchase. Hollywood Magic! Art Piece by Jason Ratner – $6,750 This one-of-a-kind art piece by Jason Ratner mimics the theming of the entrance to Disney’s Hollywood Studios with its silver trim, aqua background, and blue neon … Read more
The Affection Section in Animal Kingdom will temporarily close, and the current animals will be rehomed for the upcoming Bluey retheming. Animals native to Australia will move in. Affection Section Temporarily Closing The Affection Section in Animal Kingdom will temporarily close starting February 23, 2026. The current animals will be rehomed once the area closes … Read more
Construction continues at Rise of the Resistance at the Disneyland Resort in anticipation of the timeline changes coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Sanding and Construction Continue at Rise of the Resistance On our visit to the Disneyland Resort today February 3, we spotted two cast members working on the gates at the exit of … Read more
Walt Disney World has released several new ear headbands and hats themed to Cinderella, Class of 2026 graduates, and more. Cinderella Ear Headband – $36.99 This ear headband is designed to look like Cinderella’s iconic blue dress. The front and back of the ears are covered in silver foil swirls with darker blue fabric covering … Read more
Disneyland’s “it’s a small world” now has a reopening date, and the holiday overlay continues to be removed on the ride’s façade. Disneyland’s ‘it’s a small world’ Reopening and Holiday Overlay Updates The calendar on Disneyland’s website has now been updated with the reopening date for “it’s a small world” and shows that the ride … Read more
A recent update from X user bioreconstruct shows significant progress on the roller coaster in the upocoming Monstropolis area at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Aerial View of Monstropolis Construction An overhead shot of the construction of the new Monstropolis roller coaster reveals numerous utility conduits rising out of the sand for the new attraction building. The sand was … Read more
The reopening dates for Tokyo Disneyland’s The Diamond Variety Muster, The Diamond Horseshoe, and other restaurants have been confirmed. Reopening Dates Confirmed A social media post on X announced that The Diamond Variety Muster and The Diamond Horseshoe will reopen on Saturday, November 21, 2026. The Plaza Pavilion Restaurant and Pecos Bill Café will reopen … Read more
Disney Imagineering has filed a new signage permit for the ongoing construction of Animation Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Animation Courtyard The Notice of Commencement calls for signage to be installed at The Magic of Disney Animation at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. There is no specification on the type of signage being installed, but since the … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has released a new light-up rebound ball toy themed to John Hammond’s mosquito in amber from Jurassic Park. Light-Up Jurassic Park Amber Rebound Ball Toy – $15 This rebound ball toy is designed to look like an insect trapped in amber, which adorns the top of John Hammond’s cane in the movie. … Read more
Walt Disney World has released several new drinkware options themed to Disney Princesses, park attractions, and more. Ink and Paint Tumbler – $44.99 The first tumbler features half-sketch/half-colored images of classic animated Disney characters like Sorcerer Mickey and Alice in Wonderland, as well as some lesser-known characters, like Amos and Johnny Appleseed. The cap and … Read more
Walt Disney World has released a new youth ear hat complete with a veil, designed to look like Elsa from “Frozen.” Youth Elsa Ear Hat with Veil – $24.99 This ear hat for youth is aqua-colored, matching Elsa’s iconic blue dress. Attached to the back of the ear hat is a transparent blue veil, mimicking … Read more
A new black and gold Disneyland Resort EAResistibles vinyl ear hat figure is now available for purchase on the property. Disneyland Resort EAResistibles Vinyl Ear Hat Figure – $16.99 This EAResistibles vinyl figure is designed to look like a black Mickey ear hat. The center of the hat has a gold “Disneyland Resort” logo with … Read more
On a recent sailing aboard the Disney Dream, we noticed new railings installed in front of the portholes on Deck 4. We suspect this is in response to the child who fell overboard in June 2025. New Railings Installed on the Disney Dream In June 2025, a child fell overboard while sailing on the Disney … Read more
Several new coordinating throws and pillows themed to Minnie Mouse, Mickey Mouse, and Winnie the Pooh are now available at Walt Disney World Resort. Minnie Mouse Bow Pillow – $39.99 This pillow is shaped like Minnie Mouse’s iconic red bow. The white polka dots are made of a different material than the pillow and protrude … Read more
