Lauren Stracner 
We spotted several pieces of new Star Wars merchandise in a few different locations around Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – Droid Depot Our first stop is Droid Depot in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, where we found two adorable new kitchen items. GNK-Series (Gonk) Droid Mug – $27.99 This square ceramic mug is … Read more
Universal has issued an official statement confirming the Stardust Racers reopening date. Universal Statement on Stardust Racers Reopening According to the official statement from Universal, Stardust Racers is reopening on Saturday, October 4, as we previously reported. The statement reads: Dear Team Members, As one Universal Orlando family, we continue to extend our deepest sympathy … Read more
Sources are reporting that Stardust Racers is set to reopen tomorrow after over two weeks, when the roller coaster was closed due to an incident wherein a guest died shortly after riding. Stardust Racers Reopening Drew Smith (@DrewDisneyDude) first reported the news on X: His caption reads: NEW: Stardust Racers is planned to reopen tomorrow … Read more
As the skies darken over Disneyland Paris, a spooky new Halloween projection show comes to life on the facades of Main Street. Check out our photos and video. Disneyland Paris Main Street Halloween Projections The projection show consists of five different scenes that cycle roughly every five minutes, returning to a main scene in between. … Read more
Time to try a little chicken tender(ness): Disney Parks Blog shared that 13 new sauced chicken strips are coming soon to Walt Disney World. 13 New Sauced Chicken Strips at Disney World Starting October 8, the new chicken strips will debut in different locations all over property — think of it as a saucy scavenger … Read more
We can finally thank the Phoenicians again, we say goodbye to a unique Pandora experience, a new show is coming to Disneyland, and reservations open soon for the Glimmering Greenhouses tour — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, October 2, 2025. Walt Disney World EPCOT Disney’s Animal Kingdom Disney Springs Walt … Read more
We spotted a magical new Tinkerbell jersey at California Adventure. Tinkerbell Sports Jersey – $79.99 The baseball-styled, button-front shirt is made of mesh in Tinkerbell’s signature light green with fine white pinstripes. The Disneyland logo is printed on the front in white with a darker green outline, plus Tink herself. An appliqued patch in the … Read more
In a post by Orlando Magazine, Walt Disney World president Jeff Vahle explained Disney’s approach to the recent closing of popular attractions for new offerings by claiming Muppets Courtyard and Dinorama are “underutilized areas”. “In the past year, we have broken ground on major expansions in three of our theme parks,” “We are building Monstropolis … Read more
Sunshine Churros at Disney Springs has a spooky new churro donut for October — is it a tasty treat or a too-sweet trick? Trick-o-Treat Churro Donut – $7.99 The description of the Trick-o-Treat Churro Donut is as follows: A churro donut rolled in chocolate sugar, drizzled with peanut butter and chocolate sauce. Topped with festive … Read more
Four new photo ops themed to different Blumhouse franchises have opened at Universal CityWalk in Orlando. Blumhouse 15th Anniversary Photo Ops We first spotted this activation under construction a couple days ago; it’s now officially open. The photo ops are set up near the lagoon stage, with a set of trusses with stage lights overhead. … Read more
The world pays tribute to primatologist Jane Goodall, the Magic Kingdom gets its own birthday button, and dining reservation outages hit both Walt Disney World and Disneyland — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Walt Disney World EPCOT Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney’s Animal Kingdom Walt Disney World Resort … Read more
The Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar Evil Queen mug has arrived at Disneyland Resort, and with it a release party fit for royalty. Trader Sam’s Evil Queen Mug Release Party The Evil Queen mug was announced on September 22 and became available to mobile order this morning, October 1, for pickup times ranging from 4pm … Read more
Check out our video of the new HollyGroove Swinging band’s full performance at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! HollyGroove Swinging Complete Set at Hollywood Studios This fun new quartet features a drummer, tuba player, trombone player, and trumpet player who stroll down Hollywood Boulevard and eventually post up outside the entrance to Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway. … Read more
We spotted a new collection of exclusive merchandise for Disney Vacation Club members, including Dooney & Bourke and Lug accessories, at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. DVC Member Spirit Jersey – $79.99 The Spirit Jersey for this collection is cream with “Stay Magical” written across the back in blue, above a large graphic of Mickey Mouse … Read more
Renowned former Imagineer Joe Rohde and Disney CEO Bob Iger have both shared tributes to the late environmental icon Jane Goodall on their Instagram pages. Joe Rhode Tribute to Jane Goodall Following the news of Jane Goodall’s passing, former Imagineer Joe Rhode has shared a touching tribute describing his personal interactions with her. View this … Read more
Guests walking through Tomorrowland are being greeted with blue construction walls blocking off Tomorrowland Terrace. Tomorrowland Terrace Construction Walls The walls surround the stage and dance floor area and part of the upper level seating area. Tables and chairs with umbrellas are set up around the perimeter. The walls completely wrap around Tomorrowland Terrace, blocking … Read more