Lauren Stracner

Pixar Pal-A-Round “Magic Inside” Dynamic Popcorn Bucket Debuting for California Adventure 25th Anniversary

A new dynamic popcorn bucket celebrating the Pixar Pal-A-Round Ferris wheel is coming to Disney California Adventure for the park’s 25th anniversary. Pixar Pal-A-Round Popcorn Bucket The Pixar Pal-A-Round popcorn bucket is designed like California Adventure’s iconic Ferris wheel with swinging cars. The “pie-eyed” Mickey is prominent on the front. The bucket’s wheel spins and … Read more

Mickey Mouse Icon Housewares Collection Now Available at Disneyland

A collage of four minimalist Mickey icon housewares: a wooden napkin holder, set of ceramic nesting bowls, set of ceramic coasters, and pair of salt and pepper shakers.

After arriving online, the Mickey Mouse Icon housewares collection has also appeared at Disneyland Resort. Glass Pitcher – $44.99 This glass pitcher has an allover raised ridged design that flows into a Mickey Mouse icon on either side. It has a pour spout and sturdy square handle. The pitcher is dishwasher and microwave safe. Nesting … Read more

Universal Studios Hollywood Shares First Details About ‘Scooby-Doo Meets the Universal Monsters’ Studio Tour at Fan Fest Nights 2026

We have our first details about the upcoming Scooby-Doo and Universal Monsters crossover experience coming to Fan Fest Nights 2026 at Universal Studios Hollywood. Scooby-Doo Meets the Universal Monsters: Mystery on the Backlot The information was shared on the official Universal Studios and Scooby Doo Instagram accounts: View this post on Instagram A post shared … Read more

Castle Pyrotechnics Removed from Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire at Walt Disney World

Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire was performed without its usual castle pyrotechnics, a modification to accommodate the Cinderella Castle repainting project that commenced today. Castle Pyrotechnics Absent from Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire Performance Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire performance times have already been shifted later in the day to accommodate the painting work, and now we’ve seen … Read more

‘Andor’ Update Coming to ‘Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes’ Mobile Game

Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes, a mobile collectible RPG game developed by Electronic Arts, is set to receive an update adding Andor content. ‘Andor’ in ‘Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes’ In an exclusive with Variety, EA’s Capital Games and Lucasfilm team members shared details about the upcoming Andor expansion, which will add new versions of … Read more

National Plan for Vacation Day: Adventures by Disney & National Geographic Expeditions Based on Your Interests

January 27 is National Plan for Vacation Day, and Adventures by Disney and National Geographic Expeditions have itineraries based on your travel interests. For Disney fans looking to globe-hop beyond the theme parks and cruise line, Adventures by Disney and National Geographic Expeditions provide guided tours geared at both families and solo travelers alike. Here … Read more

Grizzly River Run Closed for Annual Refurbishment at Disneyland Resort

Every January, Grizzly River Run closes at Disney California Adventure for routine maintenance. We checked in on the progress of the rapid ride’s refurbishment, which also includes work on Grizzly Peak itself. Grizzly River Run Refurbishment Walls completely surround the entrance to the Grizzly River Run queue, as well as the walkway that leads to … Read more

Five Disney Cruise Line & Walt Disney Imagineering Experiences Recognized with Blooloop Innovation Awards

Blooloop, a leading publication for attractions professionals, has recognized five Disney Cruise Line and Walt Disney Imagineering experiences in its 2025 Innovation Awards. Disney Wins Multiple Blooloop Innovation Awards The accolades were shared on the official Walt Disney Imagineering Instagram: Innovation and storytelling worth celebrating ✨ Walt Disney Imagineering and Disney Live Entertainment were recognized … Read more

Disney & Star Wars Partner with GoNoodle for New Mindfulness Content for Kids

Disney and Lucasfilm have announced a new partnership with GoNoodle that features Star Wars characters in new videos aimed at teaching kids “mindfulness and movement.” GoNoodle Debuts New ‘Star Wars’ Mindfulness Series for Kids GoNoodle is a platform that provides engaging developmental programming for kids and is utilized by both parents and teachers. Disney and … Read more

Universal Studios Hollywood Posts Auditions for Seasonal Jurassic Park Face Characters & Puppeteers

Two new job postings on the Universal Studios Hollywood website reveal audition details for seasonal Jurassic Park-related entertainment roles, potentially for the upcoming 2026 Fan Fest Nights. Universal Studios Hollywood Jurassic Park Job Postings The two Jurassic Park job postings are as follows. Both are designated as seasonal roles: Audition – Jurassic Park Face Characters … Read more

Disney Skyliner Now Closed for Short Refurbishment

The Disney Skyliner aerial gondola system at Walt Disney World Resort is now closed for refurbishment, but only for a week. Skyliner Closed for Weeklong Refurbishment The Skyliner is currently closed for a routine maintenance refurbishment that will end on January 31, 2026. During this week, guests are encouraged to utilize Disney’s complimentary bus service. And, although … Read more

Taylor Swift Eras Tour Exhibit Gone, Replaced with Park Icon Display at Hollywood Studios in Today’s Daily Recap for 1/24/2026

The Disney Skyliner is temporarily closed for refurbishment, the Garden Rocks Concert Series 2026 lineup at EPCOT, and major permit approved for Disney’s attainable housing community— all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, January 24, 2026. WDW News Today That’s it for today; we hope you enjoyed this Daily Recap. Thanks for … Read more

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