Arica Conrad 
Animator Peter Browngardt has called out Pixar for “ripping off” one of his character designs in the upcoming film, Toy Story 5. Pixar Accused of Plagiarism Peter Browngardt is known for his animated Cartoon Network show, Uncle Grandpa, where he voiced the titular character. In the show, there is a character called Pizza Steve, who … Read more
Disney California Adventure has released a new limited-edition pin themed to the 5th anniversary of the opening of Avengers Campus. Avengers Campus 5th Anniversary Pin – $24.99 The pin has a blue Avengers Campus logo on a yellow shield-shaped background. Two red-and-blue Spider-Bots hang onto the edges of the pin, and Spider-Man is mid-leap next … Read more
Universal Studios has shared a first look at the colorful merchandise and themed stores coming to the new Universal Kids Resort in Texas. Jurassic World Adventure Camp At Jurassic World Outfitters, young explorers can find dinosaur-themed merchandise including action figures, interactive masks, drinkware, apparel, LEGO sets, and egg keychains that crack open to reveal plush … Read more
Ahead of the film’s release later this month, we got a first look at another character returning for Toy Story 5: Emily, Jessie’s original owner. Emily Returning in Toy Story 5 In videos circulating online today, Jessie and Emily can be seen in a newly redesigned flashback scene. First shown in Toy Story 2, the … Read more
Step into a LEGO version of Disneyland’s Main Street, U.S.A. with the new photo op installed outside the LEGO Store. Main Street, U.S.A. Photo Op at the LEGO Store The photo op starts with chalk art on the ground and stretches up the nearby wall, composed of a mix of chalk and LEGO bricks. The … Read more
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Pixar’s Cars, a new Lightning McQueen popcorn bucket will be released next week. Lightning McQueen Popcorn Bucket The Cars popcorn bucket is designed to look like Lightning McQueen, complete with lighting effects. The top of McQueen can be opened to store the popcorn. The popcorn bucket will be released … Read more
The American Adventure Pavilion in EPCOT has released a new t-shirt, just in time to wear for the 250th birthday of the United States. American Adventure T-Shirt – $36.99 The red t-shirt for adults has a small front design of Mickey in colonial garb playing a drum. Stars surround him. “The American Adventure” and “EPCOT … Read more
Celebrate Pride Month by taking your photo in front of the new rainbow floral display installed at Downtown Disney. Downtown Disney Floral Pride Display During our June 4 visit to Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort, we noticed a new Pride Month display was installed. The rainbow colors of the Progress Pride flag have been … Read more
Disney has filed a patent for a new pop-up projection surface that can appear, change shape, show effects, and then vanish completely so guests never see the hardware. Disney Patents Projection Surface The patent application US 2026/0153748 A1, filed December 3, 2024, and published June 4, 2026, describes a new projection system that only exists … Read more
The herd returns in the latest film in the Ice Age franchise. Ice Age: Boiling Point releases in theaters next year. Ice Age: Boiling Point Disney has shared a teaser trailer and new poster for Ice Age: Boiling Point today. The poster features the many returning cast of characters, including Manny (Ray Romano), Diego (Denis … Read more
New signage has been added to The Odyssey building in EPCOT, suggesting a new experience is coming soon. ‘Light Lounge at the Odyssey’ Signage Arrives During our June 4 visit to Walt Disney World, we noticed new signage on The Odyssey building, located in World Celebration at EPCOT. The side entrance into the building has … Read more
A new survey has been sent out to guests asking them to rate promotions that would entice them the most to book another Disney Cruise Line vacation. The promotions surveyed include free hotel stays, Disney Park tickets, airfare, and more. Disney Cruise Line Promotion Survey The survey first explains, “Now, imagine that you received information … Read more
The rainbow “Love” photo op featuring Mickey Mouse has returned to Disney Springs at Walt Disney World, alongside other Pride Month decorations. Pride Month Decorations at Disney Springs We found the returning photo op installed in a planter bed across from LACOSTE in Disney Springs. The photo op says “Love” in black letters outlined in … Read more
Pirates of the Caribbean is receiving new queue painting as part of its ongoing refurbishment. The attraction has been closed since early May. Pirates of the Caribbean Refurbishment Update During our June 2 visit to the Disneyland Resort, we noticed a crew member was working in the queue to Pirates of the Caribbean. Underneath the … Read more
Amazon Prime members can view the upcoming Spider-Man film a couple of days early, ahead of the film’s release in July. Spider-Man: Brand New Day Early Screenings Fandango and Amazon Prime have announced that they are hosting a national screening of Spider-Man: Brand New Day on Wednesday, July 29, two days before the film’s official … Read more
A new tree has finished being planted outside of Plaza Inn to replace the one that fell during Disneyland’s Sweethearts Nite back in February. Plaza Inn Tree Replaced – June 2, 2026 During our June 2 visit to the Disneyland Resort, we noticed the new tree outside of Plaza Inn Restaurant on Main Street, U.S.A. … Read more
