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The iconic arch that used to stand at the entrance to Animation Courtyard has been completely demolished at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, seemingly overnight. Animation Courtyard Transformation Most of Animation Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios closed to guests on September 24, including Star Wars Launch Bay and the Disney Jr. theater. The area is being reimagined … Read more
Pixar has shared the first official images of Woody and Buzz Lightyear from the upcoming Toy Story 5 film. Toy Story 5 Woody Buzz Lightyear First Images The images shared by Pixar include a first look at the iconic characters, as they are going to appear in Toy Story 5. Both characters are standing in … Read more
The construction walls that block Animation Courtyard in Disney’s Hollywood Studios have now been adorned with signage, including concept art for the upcoming Magic of Disney Animation experience. Animation Courtyard Construction Walls Animation Courtyard was the area of Disney’s Hollywood Studios that included Star Wars Launch Bay and the theater for Disney Jr. Play and … Read more
Disney has filed a new trademark application that seemingly confirms the name for the new land coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios based on Monsters, Inc. Monsters, Inc. Land Disney first announced that a Monsters, Inc. area would be coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, complete with Disney’s first vertical lift coaster, during D23: The Ultimate Disney … Read more
The third date for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom has now sold out. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Similar to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a special ticketed event that takes place in Magic Kingdom on select nights in November and December. The event commonly … Read more
Following the theatrical debut of TRON Ares, it appears the film is already on track for a low opening weekend that barely covers a third of the film’s estimated cost. TRON: Ares TRON Ares debuted in theaters on October 10, 2025. The film follows “a highly sophisticated Program, Ares, who is sent from the digital … Read more
In the latest pricing change to Annual Passes at Walt Disney World, the early renewal discount for select pass types has been increased. Annual Pass Price Increase Earlier this week, Walt Disney World increased prices of all four Annual Pass tiers by a range of $20 to $80. The Pixie Dust Pass is now $489, … Read more
The legendary actress Diane Keaton, known for her roles in The Godfather, First Wives Club, Father of the Bride, and many more films has passed away at the age of 79. Diane Keaton Passed Away As per The New York Post, Keaton died in California, and her passing was confirmed by her family. No further … Read more
In a recent announcement from New York Comic Con, Marvel has confirmed that the new series VisionQuest will be coming to Disney+. Marvel VisionQuest Series During the Marvel Animation and Marvel Television panel at New York Comic Con 2025, it was confirmed that Marvel is planning at least one more television series intended for Disney+. … Read more
The statue of Buzz Lightyear that usually stands outside the Once Upon a Toy store entrance in Disney Springs has been removed from its pedestal and replaced by potted plants, likely as part of a routine refurbishment. Buzz Lightyear Missing from Once Upon a Toy As seen in the image above, the entrance to Once … Read more
A new pair of novelty socks themed to the iconic Disney monorail system has now arrived at Walt Disney World. Monorail Socks – $19.99 The new socks are a standard white color with a repeating pattern of monorail trains. Some of the trains are the usual white color with different stripes, such as red, blue … Read more
Banana Ball, the fan-favorite variation of baseball made famous by The Savannah Bananas, is coming to Walt Disney World in 2026. Disney Banana Ball Coming in 2026 Banana Ball is a variation of baseball that focuses on exhibition and entertainment. The games are limited to two hours long, and the players participate in dance routines, … Read more
In addition to a wave of 13 new sauced chicken tenders across Walt Disney World, the resort has also debuted several variations on the classic Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bar. These new, hand-dipped treats have extra toppings over the usual chocolate Mickey exterior. In case you might have missed one, or several, we have compiled … Read more
Walt Disney World dropped 13 different sauced chicken strip dishes all on October 8, and we reviewed every single one. Worried you might have missed a few? Check out our full list, with links to the reviews and locations for each item, below. Classic Buffalo Chicken Strips Available in Magic Kingdom, these strips bring some … Read more
A guest recently passed away on the Haunted Mansion attraction at Disneyland Park after suffering a heart attack. Guest Suffers Heart Attack on Haunted Mansion According to a new article from the New York Post, an unnamed woman in her 60s was visiting Disneyland Park and boarded one of the Haunted Mansion Doom Buggies. By … Read more
EPCOT Center Drive was temporarily closed this morning after a fatal crash, the family of the guest who dies after riding Stardust Racers has issued a new statement, and the Disney Springs Lime Garage is closing for maintenance — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, October 6, 2025. Walt Disney World … Read more
