Justin Giglio 
As we close in on the anticipated August 31 completion of the new San Fransokyo Square at Disney California Adventure, there are changes happening every day. San Fransokyo Gate Bridge Adds Decoration to Supports Pacific Wharf’s primary entrance bridge is currently closed for installation of the Torii gate towers, as it is transformed into the San … Read more
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2023 is set to begin tomorrow, August 11, and head of the party’s debut, we spotted a photo op themed to “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” in Magic Kingdom. ‘The Legend of Sleepy Hollow’ Photo Op Disney’s “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” brings Ichabod Crane to life as a lanky, comical … Read more
Space Mountain at Disneyland Park will be closed for refurbishment beginning September 18 and currently has no re-opening date lined up as of the time of publishing. Space Mountain Closing for Refurbishment We expect that this refurbishment is for general maintenance and care of the iconic Tomorrowland attraction. The timing is right for a potential … Read more
Yesterday we noticed some new “Dreamers at Work” signage on construction walls in EPCOT, and today we spotted more in World Showcase that is themed slightly differently for that area of the park. Dreamers at Work World Showcase Construction Signage The bathrooms at the United Kingdom pavilion are under construction and surrounded by these green … Read more
A new Cal Kestis color changing lightsaber is available at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Cal Kestis Color Changing Lightsaber — $249.99 We spotted this lightsaber at Keystone Clothiers in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This lightsaber belongs to Cal Kestis from the video game Star Wars: Jedi Survivor. The color of the lightsaber changes between six different color … Read more
Marvel Studios and Disney+ have debuted a trailer for a second season of “I Am Groot,” set to release September 6 on the aforementioned streaming platform. ‘I Am Groot’ Season 2 The new season of shorts will debut on September 6, 2023. Disney released a poster and the trailer today, August 6. The trailer can … Read more
In July, we reported on the impending repainting of Hotel du Canada in the Canada Pavilion at EPCOT. Now, the work is visibly apparent as we’ve caught a glimpse of fresh paint on the updated facade, which could either be primer or the actual intended color. Hotel du Canada Facade Shines Through Scaffolding still completely … Read more
More changes have arrived in Pacific Wharf as the Disney California Adventure land is re-themed to San Fransokyo Square. The new land will be completed by August 31 and include updated restaurants, a “Big Hero 6” shop, and a Baymax and Hiro meet and greet. Bakery Tour Silo Covered The silo that sits above The Bakery Tour has … Read more
While the new, authentic Japanese sushi restaurant Shiki-Sai is still under construction, we spotted new artwork today that lines the hall connecting this latest World Showcase restaurant with the preexisting Teppan Edo in EPCOT. Mitsukoshi Restaurant Artwork Both Teppan Edo and Shiki-Sai are located on the second floor of the Japan Pavilion, above the Mitsukoshi … Read more
We’ve recently tried the Tenoo Swirl Crunchies Cereal drink at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Join us in experiencing this tongue-twister of a new specialty. Tenoo Swirl Crunchies Cereal Drink – $9.99 Blue Milk Topped with Raspberry Jelly and Mini Rainbow Crunchy Candies This new drink is at the Milk Stand on … Read more
The façade of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is turning a darker shade of green each day as moss is added to cover red clay and a Br’er Rabbit fixture is still holding on while construction continues. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Construction We had a bright day and a blue sky to give us some clear looks at … Read more
Island Mercantile, a souvenir gift shop near the entrance of Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Discovery Island, has closed half of the store for refurbishment as cash registers are moved. Island Mercantile Under Refurbishment After you enter Disney’s Animal Kingdom and pass through the Oasis area, you will cross a bridge and stand face-to-face with the … Read more
There is a new series of signs that line construction walls at EPCOT that read “Dreamers at Work” and feature a character along with some themed phrasing. Dreamers at Work Signage at EPCOT The black construction walls near the Imagination Pavillion at EPCOT have new signs. Each sign has a blue border with the triangular … Read more
We’ve spotted a new Darth Vader ear headband at World of Disney in Disney Springs at Walt Disney World. Darth Vader Ear Headband — $34.99 Inspired by the Sith Lord’s outfit, the ears are rimmed with red and decorated with stripes of black and gray. A black bow sits between the ears. In the center … Read more
The exit from Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort lobby to the Beach Pool and “Alice in Wonderland” water play area has now been closed as refurbishment efforts continue. Disney’s Grand Floridian Lobby Construction As construction continues at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, the exit from the lobby to the Beach Pool area and “Alice in … Read more
Some colorful new pavement has debuted at the entrance to Mission: SPACE at EPCOT, while some iconic Mars rover tracks have disappeared with an uncertain future. New Planetary Plaza Pavement at Mission: SPACE It’s a bright day at EPCOT as we head up toward Mission: SPACE to get a look at the new pavement. A-frame … Read more
