Brit Tuttle 
The Wildest Ride in the Wilderness will have to wait, as Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has officially closed for a yearlong refurbishment at Magic Kingdom. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Closed for Refurbishment After taking its final lap around the mountain for a long while, we stopped by on Monday, January 6 to find that construction … Read more
A new Haunted Mansion Bride souvenir sipper is coming to Disneyland this week, confirming previous rumors that the attraction would receive a new Bride. Haunted Mansion Bride Souvenir Sipper Confirms New Bride The new Haunted Mansion Bride sipper is a ghostly shade of blue, and stands solemnly while holding a candelabra and a bouquet. Her … Read more
A new Starbucks tumbler has arrived at Walt Disney World, all ready to celebrate Valentine’s Day. This is the latest piece of Valentine’s Day merchandise to arrive at Walt Disney World for 2025. Other Valentine’s Day items have previously included a new Figment T-Shirt and Loungefly mini backpack. Starbucks Valentine’s Day Tumbler – $29.99 The … Read more
New casting calls have been sent out by Universal Studios Hollywood seeking performers for the upcoming Universal Fan Fest Nights, a brand-new event for 2025 celebrating all things sci-fi, fantasy, gaming, and anime. Universal Fan Fest Nights Casting Call Five sets of casting calls were shared through the Acuity Scheduling website, specifically for characters from … Read more
A new Magic Kingdom Spirit Jersey has debuted at Walt Disney World. We found it for sale in the Emporium at Magic Kingdom. Magic Kingdom Spirit Jersey – $79.99 The Magic Kingdom Spirit Jersey is a pale blue shade. The front has the Walt Disney World “D” icon printed in puffy white ink on the … Read more
Work continues on the Woody’s Lunch Box covered seating project. As of late last month and moving into 2025, the available seating area has expanded, with new pavement having been unveiled. Woody’s Lunch Box Seating Area In late December 2024, new pavement was poured in the area behind the construction scrim and rolling planters that … Read more
runDisney has shared a first look at the new merchandise that will be available for the 2025 Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend taking place later this month. runDisney 2025 Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend Merchandise This year’s half marathon weekend, which takes place from January 30 to February 2, 2025, will include races themed to various beloved … Read more
Sebastian in Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid has gotten some TLC — his screen eyes effect has been fixed in the finale scene of the Magic Kingdom dark ride. Sebastian’s Screen Eyes Return to Journey of the Little Mermaid Finale We spotted the update on Friday, January 3, 2025. Up until … Read more
With it just being a couple of days into 2025, Disney’s Blizzard Beach water park is already experiencing its first closure of the year due to cold weather. Disney’s Blizzard Beach Weather Closure According to the Walt Disney World website, Blizzard Beach will be closed on Saturday, January 4, 2025. At this time, the water … Read more
Figment fans can get their one little spark of hydration thanks to a new Figment mug and water bottle, newly arrived at Walt Disney World. We found both for sale in World of Disney at Disney Springs. Chunky Figment Mug – $24.99 This mug depicts Figment in all his glory, with a full-body sculpt that … Read more
Following in the footprints of Figment, a new cosplay hoodie is now available at Walt Disney World featuring the legendary yeti of Expedition Everest. We found the hoodie for sale in Serka Zong Bazaar in Asia at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Expedition Everest Yeti Cosplay Hoodie – $79.99 The pull-over hoodie is mostly white, but features … Read more
With just 11 days before the first phase of closures to make way for the upcoming Tropical Americas land, a Disney Vacation Club kiosk has been removed from DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Disney Vacation Club Kiosk Removed from DinoLand The kiosk was previously located here in the land, just outside of TriceraTop Spin … Read more
Florida residents can take advantage of a new offer that will save them up to 35% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels this summer. Florida Residents Save on Walt Disney World Hotel Rooms This Summer This offer allows Florida residents to save up to 35% on rooms for stays most nights from May 1 … Read more
To celebrate the start of 2025, EPCOT hosted the annual fireworks display, “Cheers to the New Year: A Sparkling Celebration” on World Showcase Lagoon. ‘Cheers to the New Year: A Sparkling Celebration’ 2025 This fireworks spectacular is performed in addition to “Luminous: The Symphony of Us,” which took place at 6:30 p.m. on December 31. … Read more
A free Disney dining plan will be available in 2025, Tortuga Tavern is reopening, New Year’s Eve viewing at Magic Kingdom hotels is restricted, and the first 2025 After Hours sold out — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, December 30, 2024. Daily Recap for December 30, 2024 Walt Disney World … Read more
Magic Kingdom is ringing in 2025 with the annual fireworks spectacular, “Fantasy in the Sky” for New Year’s Eve. We were there to see both performances on Monday, December 30, 2024. Fantasy in the Sky Fireworks for New Year’s Eve 2025 “Fantasy in the Sky” is a version of the first-ever Disneyland fireworks show that … Read more