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The new themed depot – coming to the resort sometime this year – appears to be nearing a structurally complete state. Polynesian Bus Stop Approaching Structural Completion Construction continues on the new bus stop at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, with the latest visible work focused around the roofline of the depot’s shelter structures. In the … Read more
Disney has been working with the iconic children’s charity for decades, and Disney Parks have shared a peek at some of this year’s life-changing events. ‘Week of Wishes’ 2026 Campaign Disney marked its 2026 “Week of Wishes” campaign with a series of Make-A-Wish experiences across its parks, resorts, cruise line, entertainment divisions, and international destinations. … Read more
The latest photos from aerial photographer bioreconstruct on X reveal the initial stages of demolition work on the defunct Islands of Adventure area. Lost Continent Demolition Update Early signs of demolition work and other construction efforts are underway at Universal Islands of Adventure’s Lost Continent area. Universal first confirmed changes coming to the land back … Read more
Walt Disney Imagineers and Disney Parks have shared more detailed looks at the variety of ride updates and refurbishment work on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom. First Look at Big Thunder Mountain Changes from Imagineering Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has reopened at Magic Kingdom with several visible updates throughout the attraction, including refreshed … Read more
The latest photos from aerial photographer bioreconstruct on X show the full scope of coaster developments coming along at a steady pace. Fast & Furious Hollywood Drift Construction Updates New aerial photos show continued construction progress on Fast & Furious Hollywood Drift at Universal Studios Florida, with additional coaster components staged backstage and more visible … Read more
A handful of popular Star Wars game items and collectibles will be returning to DisneyStore.com and Disney Parks in celebration of Star Wars Day 2026. Returning Star Wars Day Favorites Disney Parks Blog has announced several returning Star Wars merchandise items that will be available for Star Wars Day on May 4, 2026. Back by … Read more
Digital pin collectors, mark your calendars: a brand new digital Star Wars collection will be hitting Disney Pinnacle on May 4. Star Wars Day 2026 – Limited Mystery Digital Pins The digital pin platform, Disney Pinnacle by Dapper Labs, will celebrate Star Wars Day 2026 with a weeklong digital pin release featuring Mystery Capsule pulls, … Read more
There’s still time to get access to the major events for this year’s D23 in Anaheim, California, August 14-16, 2026 – if you have two grand to spare. Top Tier Passes for D23 2026 Still Available Tickets remain available for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event 2026 roughly one month after sales opened, though the … Read more
What better time than now to give new and old fans of the Frontierland classic coaster a lore refresh? Disney Parks Blog has shared a new lore-focused look at Big Thunder Mountain Railroad across Disney Parks ahead of the attraction’s scheduled return at Magic Kingdom. At Walt Disney World, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is tied … Read more
Disney and Lucasfilm’s return to the big-screen Star Wars universe may arrive with a more modest opening than some franchise observers expected. Latest Star Wars Release Could be the Softest Launch in Years According to early box office tracking, Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu is currently projected to earn roughly $80 million domestically in … Read more
Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro is reportedly looking to streamline the app experience for Disney fans, simplifying the company’s currently divided digital landscape. CEO Josh D’Amaro Exploring a Disney ‘Super App’ Disney executives are reportedly weighing a major expansion of Disney+ that could transform the streaming platform into a broader digital hub for the company’s films, … Read more
A new range of loungefly backpacks and charms is now available online, spotlighting several of the studio’s iconic animal companions (and other small pals). Toy Story Slinky Dog Cosplay Mini Backpack – $90 Slinky Dog is the focus of this Toy Story mini backpack, with his smiling face displayed on the front and spring-like slinky details … Read more
The recently patented system suggests that Disney may be looking to leverage machine learning in an effort that could streamline security checks and lessen ride dispatch times. Disney Explores AI Systems to Verify Rider Safety Disney has patented a new restraint-checking system that could eventually help operators load and dispatch ride vehicles more efficiently by … Read more
Well, the kernels start popping, and they don’t stop popping. Collectors keep watching, and the orders start dropping, especially for this 25th anniversary Shrek popcorn bucket. 25th Anniversary ‘Shrek’ Outhouse Popcorn Bucket So much to chew, so much to see, so what’s wrong with a little novelty? AMC has revealed a new Shrek popcorn bucket … Read more
Much of the show building on the Frontierland coaster is finally free from scaffolding and scrim; however, work continues elsewhere at the attraction. Refurbished Big Thunder Mountain Almost Ready for Reopening Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is on the verge of reopening to guests in just a few days, on May 3. While temporary barriers still … Read more
The upcoming drifting, twisting thrill ride has recently gone vertical, and aerial angles show the latest on track installation efforts. Coaster Construction Updates Back in February, we spotted the first signs of coaster track being staged for the upcoming Fast & Furious Hollywood Drift coaster at Universal Studios Florida. Just a few days ago, we … Read more
