PHOTOS: New “Spark Your Imagination” Figment Construction Wall Art Arrives at EPCOT

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Right about now, we all need a little spark of inspiration, but thankfully, Figment is here to save the day, gracing a whole new stretch of construction walls at EPCOT. We previously saw a small portion of art go up featuring the royal purple dragon, but it seems Figment’s got a whole set of walls … Read more

Character Meals at Walt Disney World Resorts to Continue (With Some Restrictions) Due to Coronavirus Concerns

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While tomorrow marks the official closure of all Walt Disney World parks, the resort’s numerous hotels and restaurants are expected to remain open throughout the two-week period. Character meets went on as normal in the parks today, but due to rising concerns about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, character meals at resort restaurants will have new … Read more

Performances by Sergio the Master Juggler in the Italy Pavilion Ending March 15 at EPCOT

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Another fan-favorite World Showcase performer has announced his sudden termination from Walt Disney World.     Part of a recent slew of Entertainment budget cuts, Sergio the Master Juggler from the Italy Pavilion is making his final performance today, March 15. The Italian juggler and entertainer took to social media to announce his leave: Sergio … Read more

PHOTOS: Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover Remains Closed After Seven Consecutive Days at the Magic Kingdom

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It’s been a rough couple of weeks for the Magic Kingdom, what with Jungle Cruise boats sinking and even ghosts failing to materialize at The Haunted Mansion for days on end. In another seeming addition to the problems plaguing the Most Magical Place on Earth, the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover remains temporarily closed. With the … Read more

PHOTOS: Cinderella Castle Makeover Project Continues With More Gold Trim Accents at the Magic Kingdom

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With the Magic Kingdom closing down after tonight along with the rest of the Walt Disney World parks, today we bring you our last castle painting update, at least for the next two weeks until the resort reopens to guests after the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has (hopefully) subsided. With work on the castle expected to … Read more

“Frozen II” Now Releasing on Disney+ Three Months Early on March 15

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UPDATE: The parks may be closing down temporarily, but Disney+ is here to remind us that we can still have some Disney magic, even while cooped up at home. JUST ANNOUNCED: #Frozen2 will debut on #DisneyPlus three months early, beginning March 15: https://t.co/nyaxlrxeeC pic.twitter.com/Qygp3qDND3 — Disney D23 (@DisneyD23) March 14, 2020 D23 has just announced … Read more

Walt Disney World Releases Additional Information Regarding Annual Passes Impacted by Coronavirus (COVID-19) Closures

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Walt Disney World has released additional details for Annual Passholders impacted by the resort-wide closure coming up on March 16. The following email was sent to all Annual Passholders: As previously mentioned, all active Walt Disney World Annual Passes will be extended for the number of days the parks are closed. Currently, the parks are … Read more

PHOTOS: New 20-Second Hand Washing Guidelines Posted Inside Disney Parks Restrooms Due To Coronavirus (COVID-19) Concerns

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With just a few days left (or a few hours, in Disneyland’s case) before all of the Disney Parks in the United States close due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns, the parks are making sure that the few guests that do make it into the parks during this time wash their hands as directed to reduce … Read more

UPDATE: Disneyland Paris Closure Moved Up Due to Increased Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Concerns

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UPDATE: Disneyland Paris has moved up the closure of the park abruptly to begin on Saturday, March 14. OFFICIAL: Based on updated direction from French authorities, the temporary closure of Disneyland and Walt Disney Studios Parks will begin Saturday, March 14 through the end of the month. The Disney Hotels and the retail and dining complexes of Disney Village will remain … Read more

PHOTOS: Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover Temporarily Closed for Fifth Consecutive Day at the Magic Kingdom

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It’s been a rough couple of weeks for the Magic Kingdom, what with Jungle Cruise boats sinking and even ghosts failing to materialize at The Haunted Mansion for days on end. In another seeming addition to the problems plaguing the Most Magical Place on Earth, the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover remains temporarily closed. With the … Read more

BREAKING: Disneyland Paris Closing Temporarily Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic

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With the spread of Coronavirus impacting more and more countries outside of Asia, the final remaining Disney Park has had to close due to rising concerns over transmission of the virus. With France establishing a temporary ban on gatherings of more than 1,000 people, Disneyland Paris has closed in order to comply with the country’s … Read more

The Walt Disney Family Museum Temporarily Closed Through March 20th; Employee Tests Positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19)

UPDATE: The Walt Disney Family Museum has released yet another update for visitors looking to stop by the museum, which has now extended its closure through March 20th out of precaution for the Coronavirus pandemic. You can read the announcement below: “The museum has been notified that the employee whose relative tested positive for COVID-19 has now also tested positive for … Read more

Reedy Creek Fire Department Reports Seven Walt Disney World Firefighters and EMTs Currently Under Quarantine for Coronavirus

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As we continue to monitor the effects of the Coronavirus pandemic on Disney Parks operations, a new development from the Reedy Creek Improvement District, the city-state that acts as Walt Disney World’s governmental agency, reports that seven (7) firefighters and emergency medical technicians have been put under quarantine due to Coronavirus concerns. The Reedy Creek Firefighters … Read more

PHOTOS: Adorable New Yeti Backpack by Loungefly Treks Into Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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With this new addition from Loungefly, you too can be in B-mode… backpack mode, that is! An adorable new yeti backpack has made its way to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and it’s roaring (and strobing) its way into our hearts. The all-over furry backpack is coated in soft white fur, with a light blue face with … Read more

My Disney Experience App Now Showing Hand Sanitizer Locations and Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information Centers Throughout Walt Disney World

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If you’re in the parks and looking to keep your hands as clean as possible, you can now locate Hand Sanitizer Locations throughout the parks as well as information centers on Coronavirus (COVID-19) at various First Aid Centers throughout Walt Disney World. A quick search for “Coronavirus” on the My Disney Experience app will lead … Read more

PHOTOS: Latest Progress on Cinderella Castle Makeover at the Magic Kingdom (3/12/20)

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With a full day of painting underway, Cinderella Castle is looking more colorful and vibrant than ever (well, at least since the cake castle). You can check out all of the newly-applied layers of royal blue and pink in the photos below. Work is expected to finish on the castle by the end of Summer, … Read more