Katie Francis 
A new stein-shaped bag is available in the Germany pavilion at EPCOT, another night of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party has sold out, and we take a look at the progress on Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Sunday, July 27, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Walt Disney … Read more
The new Disney Destiny cruise ship sets sail this November, and Imagineering has shared a first look at the giant Titans of the Underworld puppets that will be used in the Broadway-style production of Hercules on board. Hercules Titan Puppets for Disney Destiny The puppets use exoskeleton technology previously seen for The Hulk at Disney … Read more
The most recent injury report for Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort was released, a Stitch shoulder plush arrived, and the Central Florida parks went under yet another heat advisory — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, July 26, 2025. Walt Disney World EPCOT Disney’s Hollywood Studios Walt Disney World … Read more
Pick up the latest Fantastic Four gear at Universal Islands of Adventure. The new movie, The Fantastic Four: First Steps, may be a Disney production, but Marvel’s first family falls under the contract with Universal for Marvel Super Hero Island at Islands of Adventure. The group is featured heavily in the land, and now, merchandise … Read more
A bridge at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort has been seriously damaged in a truck collision. Update: As of July 26, 2025, water transportation to and from the resort has resumed its usual operations. Port Orleans Resort Bridge Damaged It took place in the Riverside portion of the resort. As a result, water transportation and pedestrian … Read more
Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps is in theaters now, and to celebrate, guests can meet some pretty fantastic characters at Disneyland Park, including the eponymous heroes and their robot pal HERBIE. The Fantastic Four Meet and Greets Disney stated in the original announcement that each character would meet individually, rather than as a … Read more
Construction markers have popped up in the queue for The Haunted Mansion at Magic Kingdom, possibly related to the nearby project to demolish the Rivers of America for a new Cars-themed area. Haunted Mansion Queue Construction Specifically, the markers can be found at the end of the outdoor queue near the entrance to the mansion, … Read more
Disneyland announced three new wedding locations inside the park, plus released more details about the upcoming Christmas season celebrations — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, July 23, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Walt Disney World Resort Hotels Disneyland Resort Disneyland Park Tokyo Disney Resort Shanghai Disneyland Disney Store … Read more
The newest Disney ticket deal brings a reward for new Walt Disney World Annual Passholders in the form of a Disney gift card. Gift Card with Purchase of New Annual Pass Guests who purchase new Annual Passes — not including renewals of pre-existing passes — will receive a digital gift card 72 hours after completing … Read more
The diver lock-out chamber demonstration is returning to EPCOT for the first time in five years, a woman is suing Walt Disney World after eating a “contaminated salad,” and Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid is closed for refurbishment — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, July 21, … Read more
A line of merchandise accompanied the new parade’s arrival, we reviewed the special Starlight popcorn mix, and the Central Florida theme parks were under another heat advisory — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Sunday, July 20, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World Resort Hotels New Merchandise Other Walt … Read more
Annual Passholder park passes were fully booked for today, the Haunted Mansion returned to normal operations, and construction walls are up on the walkway to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, July 19, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney Springs Walt … Read more
A giant Disneyland 70th Anniversary Key is coming soon. One is currently on display in a case at Disneyana, where it will presumably be avialable for purchase. Disneyana is located on Main Street, U.S.A., next to the Disney Gallery. Disneyland 70th Anniversary Key – $250 The key is larger and more detailed than the previously … Read more
Test Track at EPCOT recently underwent a major reimagining and is set to officially reopen on July 22. However, Disney has just confirmed that the attraction will have a soft opening (also known as technical rehearsals) on July 20 & 21. Test Track Soft Opening The attraction has been operating in previews since June, letting … Read more
The Disney Starlight Parade will have another night of previews before its debut tomorrow, July 20. Disney Starlight Parade Previews The first preview was yesterday, July 18. Now, there will be two performances this evening — one at 9 p.m. and one at 11 p.m. The parade is expected to run twice nightly during its … Read more
Test Track Gear Shop, the Test Track gift shop, has reopened at EPCOT amid Annual Passholder previews for the reimagined attraction. Test Track Gift Shop Opens The latest iteration, known colloquially to fans as Test Track 3.0, will officially open on July 22. The Gear Shop, its exit gift store, is also set to open … Read more