Kyle Silagyi 
Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon will close for the season on November 6, 2023, to undergo its annual multi-month refurbishment. Its closure coincides with the November 6 reopening of Blizzard Beach, which was announced on the morning of October 20. Seasonal Closing Date Confirmed for Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon The official Walt Disney World website does not list … Read more
The first names have been installed on the commemorative display celebrating Castaway Club members who have embarked on 50 or more Disney Cruise Line voyages. The display is located on Castaway Cay, Disney’s private island in the Bahamas, and was first announced in mid-August. Disney Cruise Line Castaway Club Display Disney Cruise Line shared an … Read more
Operational hours at Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios have been extended for the second week of November. You’ll have even more time to enjoy your favorite Walt Disney World Resort parks from November 5–11; the operational hours for EPCOT during this period have not been updated. Magic Kingdom Hours Below are … Read more
Changing temperatures and thinning calendars can only mean one thing — the holiday season is rapidly approaching. Get a jump start on your festive spirit with this new Mickey and Minnie Holiday Ear Headband now available at Walt Disney World Resort. We found this yuletide accessory in the Fantasy Faire shop near Mickey’s PhilharMagic in … Read more
Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park will reopen on November 6, 2023, the Disney Parks Blog announced Friday. It was previously speculated that the park would reopen at some point in November, but the date is now confirmed. Reopening Date Announced for Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park Blizzard Beach is one of two water parks located … Read more
A new collection of holiday merchandise featuring Earl the Squirrel and his (as of now) unnamed female companion debuted at Universal’s Islands of Adventure on October 19, the same day that Universal Orlando Resort announced their 2023 holiday offerings. We found all of this new merchandise at the Port of Entry Christmas Shoppe, located near … Read more
We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Thursday, October 19, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort Annual Passholders will be able to preview this year’s Holiday Tribute Store on November 9 from 11:00 a.m. until park closure at Universal Studios Florida. Universal Orlando Resort announced the news alongside several other Annual Passholder perks for their 2023 holiday season on the morning of October 19, 2023. 2023 Holiday Tribute … Read more
Additional signage has been added to the exterior of the Summer House on the Lake building currently under construction at Disney Springs. Completion of the signage atop the marquee and the addition of further branding around the building highlight the most significant construction developments since our most recent update in late September. More Signage Installed … Read more
The childhood home of Walt Disney opened its doors to public tour guests for the first time on Sunday, October 15, allowing the general public to catch a glimpse into the early life of a man who would go on to be a pioneer across several industries. Rebecca Johnson of the Chicago Tribune was able … Read more
Get a (hyperspace) jump on your holiday spirit with two new “Star Wars”-inspired ear headbands now available at Disneyland Resort. One of the headbands tells a humorous festive joke, while the other allows you to don an updated take on an iconic hairstyle. We found both of these headbands at The Mad Hatter on Main … Read more
We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Monday, October 16, 2023. Walt Disney World EPCOT … Read more
A recent Disney Lorcana League play update released by Ravensburger has confirmed that several new iconic Disney characters will be introduced to the trading card game in its upcoming second chapter, “Rise of the Floodborn.” Upcoming Disney Lorcana Characters Teased in New Document The four-page document is intended for specialty shop owners who are hosting … Read more
Disney has offered a glimpse at some of the exclusive offerings that guests attending the upcoming Disney Jollywood Nights holiday party at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will have the opportunity to experience. Disney Live Entertainment Creative Director Tom Vazzana showcased the festive costumes that Mickey and his friends will wear at the party during an October … Read more
All scaffolding surrounding the Adventureland Treehouse at Disneyland Park has been removed as the walkthrough attraction inches toward its impending opening. Though a specific opening date for the “Swiss Family Robinson”-inspired experience has not yet been revealed, we are currently in the midst of its previously announced fall 2023 opening window. Adventureland Treehouse Scaffolding Removed … Read more
A version of the Mickey and Friends Halloween Cavalcade returned to Disneyland Park on the afternoon of October 16 in celebration of spooky season. The cavalcade has run at the park during Halloween Time in years past, and though this year’s version is different than previous renditions, its surprise return does bring an additional festive … Read more
