Arica Conrad, Author at WDW News Today

Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure Will be Discontinued for Universal Orlando’s Express Pass

May 29, 2026May 26, 2026

Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Universal Orlando Resort.

In an operational change effective July 1, 2026, Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure will no longer be part of Universal Orlando Resort’s Express Pass. Hagrid No Longer Offered for Universal’s Express Pass Universal Orlando’s Express Pass, a separately-purchased offering added to a valid admission ticket, allows guests to experience shorter wait times by entering the … Read more

Mystery Box ‘Lacers’ Now Available at Disneyland Resort

May 24, 2026

Mystery Lacer shoe figures themed to characters like Mickey, Orange Bird, and more now available at Disney California Adventure.

Disneyland Resort has released new mystery shoe Lacer figures themed to characters like Mickey Mouse, Orange Bird, R2-D2, and more. Mickey Mouse Lacer – $24.99 This standalone Lacer shoe figure is themed to Mickey Mouse and comes in a red box decorated with the Lacers logo on the front. The shoe features a smiling version … Read more

NEW Pandora Jewelry Includes ‘Toy Story,’ Summer Stitch, and More at Disneyland

May 24, 2026

New Toy Story, summer, and more bracelets and charms now available at Pandora by Embarcadero Gifts in Disney California Adventure.

Disneyland Resort has released several new Pandora bracelets and charms themed to Toy Story, Stitch, Disney Castles, and more. Many of them can be purchased online at the Disney Store as well. Toy Story Jewelry Pandora Pixar Ball Charm – $85 This round charm designed to look like the Pixar ball is blue and yellow … Read more

Disney Park Attraction Posters Autographed by Bob Gurr Now Available Online

May 23, 2026

For a limited time, fans can purchase posters of their favorite Disney Park attraction autographed by Disney Legend and former Disney Imagineer, Bob Gurr. Bob Gurr Autographed Attraction Posters Bob Gurr, Disney Legend and former Disney Imagineer who worked on rides like Autopia and the Monorail, announced recently that for a limited time, he will … Read more

Castle with Gem Pandora Charm Now Available at Walt Disney World

May 23, 2026

Walt Disney World has released a new Pandora charm shaped to look like a Disney castle, complete with an embedded gem on the front. Pandora Castle with Gem Charm – $135 This Pandora charm is designed to look like a Disney castle outlined on a translucent material. A clear gem is embedded in the center … Read more

Bathrooms More Visible During Ongoing Avengers Campus Construction at Disney California Adventure

May 22, 2026

Construction continues to progress at Disney California Adventure for the expansion of Avengers Campus, which will include two new attractions. Avengers Campus Construction Progress – May 21, 2026 Since our last update, there are fewer boom lifts underneath the largely unchanged, white steel canopy frame, with just one yellow vehicle remaining. The vehicle is surrounded … Read more

Disney’s Hollywood Studios Opening Early for One Day Next Week

May 22, 2026

For one day only next week, Hollywood Studios will be opening an hour early, likely in anticipation of the public opening of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Opening Early According to the park calendar on Walt Disney World’s website, next week has the following operating hours for Disney’s Hollywood Studios: … Read more

BDX Droids Meeting Today at Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

May 22, 2026

During our visit to the Disneyland Resort, we were treated with a rare meet and greet: The BDX droids were out in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! Disneyland BDX Droids Meet-and-Greet – May 22, 2026 Previously, the BDX droids would be out at random times, but starting today, they debuted in a new location across from … Read more

Review: We Tried the Chocolate Marshmallow Hazelnut and Cookie Butter Croissants at Walt Disney World

May 22, 2026

We tried two new croissants at Walt Disney World, Chocolate Marshmallow Hazelnut and Cookie Butter.

Art of Animation and Pop Century Resort have released two new croissants that we tried today. Read on to see if they rose to the occasion or flaked under pressure. Chocolate Marshmallow Hazelnut Croissant – $6.49 Buttered Croissant with Marshmallow and Chocolate Filling, Hazelnut Spread, and Topped with Small Chocolate Bits For the first croissant, … Read more

Disney’s Hollywood Studios Braille Map Updated with Muppets Rock ‘N’ Roller Coaster, Animation Courtyard Labels

May 21, 2026

The large braille map at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been updated to reflect the latest changes to Sunset Boulevard and the Animation Courtyard. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Braille Map Updated Large braille maps have been used for years by Disney as one of the many ways they help make the parks more accessible for the visually … Read more

Minnie Mouse and Daisy Duck Arrive in Montreal to Celebrate Round 2 of F1 Academy

May 21, 2026

Minnie Mouse and Daisy Duck arrive at Montreal, Canada to celebrate Round 2 of the F1 Academy.

As part of the ongoing “Fuel the Magic” collaboration between Disney and Formula 1, Minnie and Daisy have made a new appearance in Montreal, Canada. Minnie and Daisy Celebrate Round 2 of F1 Academy As announced today, May 21, Minnie Mouse and Daisy Duck have touched down in Montreal, Canada, the location for Round 2 … Read more

‘Descendants: Wicked Wonderland’ Display Installed at Disney California Adventure

May 21, 2026

A new display themed to the upcoming film, Descendants: Wicked Wonderland, has been installed in Hollywood Land at Disney California Adventure. Descendants: Wicked Wonderland Display The display spans all across the brick facade, as well as the doors and windows of the building. On the wall, brick has been “removed” to peek through into Wonderland, … Read more

Trees and Walls Being Removed Behind ‘Coco’ Construction Walls at Disney California Adventure

May 21, 2026

Construction continues to progress at Disney California Adventure for the new Coco attraction with some walls and trees now being removed. Coco Attraction Construction Progress – May 21, 2026 The construction progress is visible above the Coco-themed construction walls that were installed a few days ago. A worker was seen on a telescopic boom lift … Read more

Epic Universe First Anniversary Merchandise Coming Soon

May 21, 2026

Universal Studios has released a preview of the upcoming merchandise that will be released tomorrow, May 22, for the first anniversary of Epic Universe. Epic Universe’s First Anniversary Merchandise The merchandise preview shows that merchandise themed to all five major lands of Epic Universe will be released for the first anniversary. The merchandise features: The … Read more

Guest Arrested at Disney’s Contemporary Resort for Battery of Cast Members Over Dining Arrangements

May 22, 2026May 21, 2026

A female guest was arrested at Disney’s Contemporary Resort after being irate and physical with two Cast Members. Guest Arrested at Contemporary Resort Deputies from the Orange County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a disturbance inside Steakhouse 71 at Disney’s Contemporary Resort on May 19, 2026. Later reports indicate that a female guest was … Read more

Covered Sign and Bronze Spires Added to Mystery Structure Near Disneyland’s Edelweiss Snacks

May 20, 2026

Construction continues to progress on the unknown alpine chalet structure being added near Edelweiss Snacks at the Disneyland Resort. Edelweiss Snacks Mystery Structure The mystery structure was first spotted in late April, with our last update showing the roof starting to take shape. During our visit to Disneyland on May 19, we noticed more construction … Read more