Festival of The Lion King Celebrates 80 Million Guests at Animal Kingdom

Performers in colorful Lion King costumes pose with guests at Animal Kingdom, one of Walt Disney World’s most lively stage shows.

According to a Facebook post, Cast Members celebrated the 80 millionth guest at Festival of the Lion King. 80 Millionth Guest The daughter of Facebook user Jessi Sallenbach was recently celebrated as the 80 millionth guest of the Festival of the Lion King show at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The young guest was given a large … Read more

Disney Confirms Jack Skellington’s Updated Holiday Meet & Greet Look

Jack Skellington and Sally in Santa outfits stand by a spooky Disney holiday tree at a park meet & greet, no castle in sight.

From the Pumpkin King to Sandy Claws, Disney Parks has shared a first look at Jack Skellington’s updated look for the 2025 holiday season. Jack Skellington’s Updated Look Above are Jack and Sally’s old looks. Disney Parks revealed a new Jack Skellington head and updated makeup for Sally in earlier this year  for meet and greets during Mickey’s … Read more

A Sinking Boat on Living with the Land & More: Daily Recap (10/31/25)

Four Disney Park shots: a retro diner, moody show scenes, bright live park performance, and a green-lit robotic hand display.

Astro Fizz is no longer behind walls, a new joke and prop has debuted on the Jungle Cruise, and we got our first look at Zootopia: Better Zoogether!— all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, October 31, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney’s Animal Kingdom Walt Disney World Resort Hotels … Read more

Holiday-Inspired Reusable Tote Bag Now Available at Walt Disney World

A Disney World holiday bag shows Mickey and friends in a sleigh, with snowy Cinderella Castle—distinct from Disneyland’s castle—behind them.

A new reusable tote bag is available at Walt Disney World with a holiday twist! Reusable Tote Bag – $5.99 Perfect to carry around all of your new holiday merchandise purchases, this reusable bag is green with red border and handles. A festive version of Cinderella Castle sits near the bottom right. “The Most Magical … Read more

'Mickey Thru the Ears' Can-Style Glasses Now at Walt Disney World

Set of six blue glasses with Mickey Mouse designs, labeled "Mickey Thru The Ears: 6 Can Style Glasses," Disney Parks exclusive.

A set of six can-style glass tumblers is now available at Walt Disney World. All six glasses are inspired by Mickey Mouse designs through the “ears.” Mickey Thru the Ears Glasses – $79 The box that the glasses come in an orange, green, and blue in a cartoon style. Several styles of Mickey Mouse are … Read more

New DVC Pandora & Mickey-Inspired Rebecca Hook Jewelry at Walt Disney World

Collage of jewelry: a star necklace, diamond hoops, and Disney park rings and charms inspired by classic Disneyland icons.

A new Disney Vacation Club Pandora charm and Mickey Mouse-inspired Rebecca Hook jewelry is now available at Walt Disney World. DVC Pandora Charm – $100 The new charm features Mickey Mouse wearing sunglasses on one side. The phrase “Stay Magical Year After Year — Established 1991” surrounds Mickey.  The “Welcome Home” message with the Disney Vacation … Read more

Death Star Ornament & Rey Pin Available at Disneyland

A Death Star-shaped Christmas ornament from Star Wars hangs on display in a store, reminiscent of Disney Parks’ themed decor.

Celebrate the dark and light side with new merchandise at Disneyland. Death Star Ornament – $34.99 This old-fashioned blown glass ornament has been sculpted to resemble to form of the Death Star. It has a metallic finish and a silver cord for hanging. The ornament is inspired by Star Wars: A New Hope. We found … Read more

Arribas Brothers Celebrate 50 Years at Disney Springs

Round silver plaque reads “Arribas Brothers, Disney Springs, The Source of Inspiration, 50 Years”—no castle depicted.

Earlier this month, the Disney Arribas team celebrated their 50 year anniversary with a celebration at Disney Springs. Celebration at Crystal Arts The Arribas team was given a plaque celebrating 50 years of the Crystal Arts store in Disney Springs, known as the Lake Buena Vista Shopping Village when it opened in 1975. The medallion … Read more

Exterior Facade Work Continues at Disney Lakeshore Lodge

A-frame metal structure rising by a lakeshore, reminiscent of Disney's Polynesian Resort, framed by blue sky and draping moss.

Additional exterior work has begun at the future Disney Lakeshore Lodge, including on the A-frame cabins and exterior facade. Resort Entrance The “W” shaped entrance area of the resort remains mostly unchanged since our last update. Red and black horizontal, vertical, and diagonal steel beams criss-cross to create the porte cochere entrance. While hard to … Read more

Park Hop at the Most Magical Place on Earth with Disney World Tees

Three Disney Parks-themed t-shirts shown, each with magical designs and Park Hop text; no park-specific castles are depicted.

From Rope Drop to Park Hop, these new Disney World tees are sure to bring style to your day at the Most Magical Place on Earth. Park Hopper Tee – $39.99 The Park Hopper ringer tee is white with black trim on the sleeves and collar. “Walt Disney World” is embroidered on the center of … Read more

Pastel Pink & Patches: Stoney Clover Trucker Hat in Disney World

A hand holds a pink Walt Disney World cap featuring Mickey Mouse patches and a castle design resembling Cinderella Castle in Florida.

The pastel purple and pink Disney Parks x Stoney Clover Lane collection has a new patch-covered trucker hat, available in Disney World. Stoney Clover Lane Trucker Hat – $55 Several patches cover the front of the light pink hat, including Cinderella Castle, a banner with “Walt Disney World” text, a Mickey Mouse icon and ear … Read more

Catch Beach Vibes With New Mug at Disney World

Hand holding a mug featuring a colorful beach umbrella and the words "Beach Vibe," similar to summery souvenirs at Disney parks.

Catch beach vibes with a new Beach Vibe mug from Disney’s Beach Club Resort, which is now available at Disney World. Beach Vibe Mug The mug is white with black speckles, resembling sand. “Beach Vibe” is written in orange cursive text with an umbrella standing behind the phrase. The umbrella is blue with teal, red, … Read more

Round Up New Toy Story Merchandise at Disneyland Resort

White Toy Story sweatshirt with character blocks, exclusive Disneyland Resort merchandise in packaging; no castle visible to compare.

Several new Toy Story-inspired items are available at Disneyland Resort. Come round up the new merchandise with us! Stunt Vehicles – $22.99 The first new Toy Story-inspired merchandise item is a set of Rev-up Stunt Vehicles, which can be slid back and let go to race or play. Included in the set is three individual … Read more