Katie Francis 
Mickey Mouse did not don his traditional patriotic costume at Disneyland this year, but Mickey and Friends did wear their Spirit of ’76 costumes at EPCOT, plus Disneyland previewed the Celebrate Happy 70th Anniversary merchandise collection — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, July 4, 2025. Walt Disney World EPCOT Disney … Read more
Universal has confirmed on the app that Epic Universe will host its first 4th of July celebration. Epic Universe 4th of July Evening Celebration The July 4th Evening Celebration was added to the Universal Orlando mobile app, though details are sparse. Right now, the only confirmed information is that some sort of celebration will take … Read more
A fan-favorite treat from the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival has graduated to regular menu item status — Regal Eagle Smokehouse is now serving the S’mores Bar from Beach Grub. Regal Eagle Smokehouse is located at the American Adventure in World Showcase. It’s a counter-service restaurant primarily serving barbecue. It has indoor and outdoor … Read more
The Contempo Cafe removed 15 items from its menu, reports indicate that “Elio” was a much different movie before a poorly-received test screening, and park pass reservations for EPCOT are “sold out” for the first day of Annual Passholder previews of Test Track — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Tuesday, July … Read more
A fire alarm and sprinklers went off at a Walt Disney World hotel, more preview dates were announced for Test Track, and a potential tropical disturbance may make for a rainy Fourth of July at the Central Florida theme parks — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, June 30, 2025. Walt … Read more
The latest Jurassic World merchandise has arrived at Universal Orlando Resort in the form of a T. rex popcorn bucket. T. rex Popcorn Bucket – $34.99 As with all Universal Orlando popcorn buckets, the first fill is free (included in the price of the bucket) and then refills are available at a discounted rate. The … Read more
BouTiki, the main gift shop at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, has been undergoing a phased refurbishment focused on the flooring. That refurbishment is now complete. BouTiki Refurbishment Completed The refurbishment, which began on June 2, took place in phases so that the store could continue to operate. Portions of the store were closed and merchandise … Read more
New walls have been installed on the rooftop of the Mickey & Friends section of the parking garage at Disneyland Resort. Parking Garage Walls On the top floor of the parking garage structure, on the Mickey & Friends side, several areas have been blocked off by construction walls made of supports and scrim. Parking Cast … Read more
A mother is suing after a Galaxy’s Edge Stormtrooper scared her child and the Hall of Presidents reopened at Magic Kingdom with an updated figure of President Trump — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Sunday, June 29, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney’s Hollywood Studios New Merchandise Other Walt Disney … Read more
A child and her father were rescued from the water by the Disney Cruise Line team after an incident on June 29, 2025 where the child fell overboard on their Disney cruise. Child Fell Overboard Disney Cruise Disney Cruise Line Child Overboard Official Statement Child Fell Overboard Disney Cruise According to USA Today, a child … Read more
Disneyland Pixie Hollow Reopening Tinker Bell Meet & Greet at Pixie Hollow Disneyland Tinker Bell Meet and Greet Times Disneyland Pixie Hollow Reopening Tinker Bell is meeting guests in Pixie Hollow once again, as the area has reopened after a nine month refurbishment at Disneyland park. Tinker Bell Meet & Greet at Pixie Hollow The … Read more
Pixar used a popular TikTok trend to address people complaining about a lack of original films after “Elio” suffered at the box office, new 3D models of attractions are available at Disneyland, and aerial views confirm the removal of Muppets theming from Disney’s Hollywood Studios — all this and more in today’s daily recap for … Read more
‘Tis the season! Spooky season, that is. It may be a little early to start celebrating quite yet, but Disneyland Resort is getting ready — the first 2025 Halloween merchandise has hit the shelves. Disneyland Halloween Merch 2025 We found the new Halloween shirts at Elias & Co. on Buena Vista Street at Disney California … Read more
Disney and Old Navy are celebrating their new collaboration at the Santa Monica Pier 360 Beach Festival, taking place on June 28 and 29. The celebration kicked off on Saturday, June 28, with a surprise performance from the Disneyland Band, who regaled the crowd with Disney music and the Disneyland 70th anniversary theme song, “Celebrate … Read more
As part of The Most Magical Party of All — the 20th anniversary celebration — the new Hong Kong Disneyland Friendtastic Parade has debuted. Hong Kong Disneyland Friendtastic Parade Mickey and Friends Friendtastic Parade Float Zootopia Characters Parade Float Baymax Parade Float Pixar Parade Floats Encanto Parade Float Duffy and Friends Friendtastic Parade Float Disney … Read more
A closing date for the reimagining of Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin was announced, Cast Members got a first look at the newest version of Test Track, and the size of the Monsters, Inc. door coaster has been revealed — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, June 27, 2025. Walt Disney … Read more