Disney CEO Bob Iger May Step Down Earlier Than Expected

Following the news that The Walt Disney Company board of directors plans to announce their next CEO next week, Variety is reporting that current CEO Bob Iger may leave the role before his contract is up. Bob Iger May Step Down Before Contract Ends Disney CEO Bob Iger’s contract will be up at the end … Read more

Fire Safety Permit Filed for Monstropolis Restaurant in Disney's Hollywood Studios

The retheme of Mama Melrose’s into Harryhausen’s continues with a new permit filing related to fire safety equipment installation. Fire Sprinkler Permit Filed for Mama Melrose Retheme The permit, filed in Orange County on January 30, contracts Grunau Fire Protection to replace around 276 “pendents” throughout the building, specifically with “concealed pendents.” A pendent is … Read more

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

Cinderella Castle Repainting Begins at Magic Kingdom in Today's Daily Recap for 1/28/2026

Daily recap collage: Cinderella Castle being repainted, Aerosmith's bassist visits Rock 'n Roller Coaster, Sam Wilson Captain America at Disneyland's Avengers Campus, and the patio at Capt. Cook's in Disney's Polynesian Village Resort.

Aerosmith’s bassist viits Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster before imminent closure, Disney removes Sam Wilson Captain America character from Avengers Campus ahead of ‘Doomsday,’ and tables removed from Capt. Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, January 28, 2026. WDW News Today That’s it for today; … 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