Disney Execs Say Google Doesn’t Want “A Fair Deal” for YouTube TV

YouTube TV logo with red play button and white text on dark background; no castle, unlike Disney parks’ iconic castle logos.

Disney executives say Google isn’t interested in striking “a fair deal” after the company pulled Disney networks off YouTube TV Thursday night. Disney and YouTube TV Discussions Continue YouTube TV removed ESPN, ABC, National Geographic, FX, and other Disney networks from the service on Thursday night, before the agreed-upon midnight ET deadline. YouTube TV is … Read more

Duck Knocks Coaster Rider Unconscious: Daily Recap (10/30/25)

A collage of Disney parks, Disney Springs sign, coaster fun, Deadpool Santa by a tree, and festive Christmas decorations.

A guest steals a Disney security radio and Deadpool is among the dozen-plus festively-dressed characters appearing at Disneyland this holiday season — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, October 30, 2025. Walt Disney World Disney’s Animal Kingdom Disney Springs Walt Disney World Resort Hotels New Merchandise Other Walt Disney World News … Read more

Orlando International Airport Experiencing 2-Hour-Plus Ground Delays

Orlando International Airport control tower and terminal seen across a lake, evoking the grand views of Disney park entrances.

According to the Federal Aviation Administration’s status page, Orlando International Airport (MCO) is currently experiencing significant ground delays expected to continue into tomorrow morning. Ground Delays at MCO Due to Staffing Shortage On the FAA National Airspace System Status Page, MCO is showing an average ground delay of 161 minutes. The delays are expected to … Read more

Free Halloween Treat for Universal Orlando Annual Passholders

Spooky green monster dessert with chocolate chips, a number 4, and autumn leaves—no Cinderella Castle like at Disney parks.

The Universal Orlando Annual Passholders Instagram account shared that passholders can get a free Halloween treat to celebrate the holiday. Free Treat for Annual Passholders A Story posted to the UOAP Instagram shares the details for the free treat: The text on the Story reads: Hey Passholders! No tricks here…just a treat! Stop by the … Read more

BREAKING: Deadpool Returning to Disneyland for the Holidays

A person dressed as Deadpool in a Santa suit poses by a holiday display at Disneyland, with Sleeping Beauty Castle in the distance.

Deadpool is home for the holidays as “The Story Time with Deadpool Holiday Special” returns to California Adventure. Deadpool Back at California Adventure Returning from last year, The Story Time with Deadpool Holiday Special takes place throughout the day in Avengers Campus and features Deadpool reading his own versions of holiday stories. Despite Deadpool’s reputation, … Read more

All the Characters You Can See at Disneyland for the Holidays

Four holiday scenes: Disney park characters, Deadpool as Santa, Santa with a child, and Woody on his toy horse celebrating.

Santa and Deadpool and Mickey, oh my! The Disney Parks Blog has shared all the festively-dressed characters you can see and meet at Disneyland during the holidays. Holidays at the Disneyland Resort officially start November 14, and the Disney Parks Blog shared all the characters who will be appearing throughout the event. Santa Claus Santa … Read more

Holiday & Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Menus Revealed: Daily Recap (10/29/25)

A festive cupcake and Mickey Mouse with a Christmas tree in a red truck at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Magic Kingdom.

Christmas tree trucks dominate Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party merch and the Magic Kingdom Haunted Mansion standby queue gets extended — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, October 29, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney Springs Walt Disney World Resort Hotels New Merchandise Disneyland Resort Disneyland Park … Read more

Disney and YouTube Settle Breach of Contract Suit Over Justin Connolly

A man in a suit smiles beside The Walt Disney Company logo, reminiscent of signage seen at entrances to Disney Parks worldwide.

Disney and YouTube have settled in the breach of contract case over former president of Disney Platform Distribution Justin Connolly’s hiring. Disney and YouTube Settle Breach of Contract Case After several months of legal back-and-forth, Disney and YouTube have settled in the breach of contract case over executive Justin Connolly. Deadline reports that “A Notice … Read more

Enchanted Holiday Art Gallery Coming to Disney Springs

Entrance to Enchanted Holiday Art Gallery at Disney Springs, with rustic beams, stone columns, and glass doors mirroring visitors.

A new pop-up holiday Disney art gallery is coming to Disney Springs for the season. Disney Enchanted Holiday Art Gallery WDWMagic reported that a new seasonal art pop-up called Disney Enchanted Holiday Art Gallery will open at Disney Springs on November 6. The gallery will be in the space that formerly housed the Volcom store, … Read more

Imagineers Reveal Storybook Castle Aboard Disney Adventure

A mural of a pink Storybook Castle under construction, resembling Shanghai Disneyland’s castle, with Imagineers in hard hats watching.

Walt Disney Imagineering shared a first look at the Storybook Castle sculpture in the Imagination Garden onboard the Disney Adventure. Imagination Garden Storybook Castle The first Disney castle at sea, the fantastical Storybook Castle — standing three decks tall as the centerpiece of the Imagination Garden — was shared on the Disney Parks Blog: The … Read more

Magic Kingdom Holiday Decorations Start November 2

Main Street at Disney World glows with festive decor—toy soldiers, candy canes, and Cinderella Castle gleam from November 2.

The Disney Parks Instagram account confirmed that Magic Kingdom will have holiday decor starting November 2, two weeks ahead of the official holiday event start date. Holiday Decor at Walt Disney World The Disney Parks Instagram account posted the announcement about the park’s holiday decorations: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Disney … Read more

Winter Blue Loungefly Backpack Now Available at Disneyland

A shimmering silver Disneyland backpack with Minnie ears and a bow shines on display, perfect for park fans at Disney parks worldwide.

First spotted at Disney World, the winter blue Loungefly mini backpack has is now available at Disneyland Resort. Winter Blue Loungefly Mini Backpack – $100 This Minnie ear Loungefly backpack is ready to bring the chill vibes to your winter wardrobe with its silvery-blue iridescent finish that shifts blue, lavender, and pink from different angles. … Read more

Little Words Project Disney Parks Bracelets and More Arrive at Disneyland

A beaded keychain and Disney Parks bracelets with Disneyland castle charms, displayed in a Disney store, echoing park magic.

The Little Words Project Disney Parks collection has arrived at Disneyland with several bracelets and bag charms for guests to choose. Little Words Project Disneyland Bracelet – $30 The “Disneyland” bracelet features white block letter beads spelling out the park name, flanked by alternating glittery clear, faceted clear, and golden beads. A gold charm of … Read more

Be Bewitched with Pumpkin Carving Demos at Disneyland Hotel

A man in a straw hat and purple apron sits beside two large pumpkins carved with detailed lion faces, evoking Disney’s artistry.

Even as spooky season winds down, the Disneyland Hotel is keeping the spirits alive with live pumpkin carving demonstrations. Pumpkin Carving Demos at Disneyland Hotel The pumpkin carving demos are hosted on specific dates from 12:15-3:30pm in the courtyard outside Fantasyland Tower. Upcoming demos will take place on October 26, 28, and 31. The featured … Read more

Emergency Services Seen at Bay Lake Tower: Daily Recap (10/23/25)

Daily recap collage: Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort, aerial view of Celestial Park at Epic Universe, concept art of the Monsters, Inc. land at Disney's Hollywood Studios, and the Epic Universe entrance portal.

Epic Universe is getting multi-day and park hopper tickets (but no annual passes) in 2026, plus plans reveal the Monsters, Inc. coaster show building outline — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, October 23, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney’s Animal Kingdom Disney Springs Walt Disney World … Read more

“Save #TheHuntForBenSolo”: Angry Star Wars Fans Pull Stunt Over Disney Studios

A plane soars over tree tops, pulling a "SAVE #THEHUNTFORBENSOLO" Star Wars banner—not over any Disney castle this time.

Following Adam Driver’s reveal of his cancelled Ben Solo movie, Star Wars fans literally took to the skies above Walt Disney Studios in Burbank to express their anger. Plane Flies “Save #TheHuntForBenSolo” Banner Over Disney Studios Image credit: Aidan Kelley for Collider In a recent interview with Associated Press, Adam Driver shared that he wanted … Read more