Galactic Shipment of Star Wars Merch Lands at Hollywood Studios

A hand holds an R2-D2 toy; Star Wars merch and sweatshirts are displayed on racks at Hollywood Studios.

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

BREAKING: Stardust Racers Reopening Date Confirmed by Universal

A futuristic yellow Stardust Racers coaster at Universal, beneath clear skies; a reopening date draws excited visitors.

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

VIDEO: Halloween Projection Show Takes Over Main Street at Disneyland Paris

Main Street building at Disneyland Paris lit up at night, featuring signs and a Halloween Projection Show.

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

13 Saucy New Chicken Strips Landing at Disney World

Four trays of chicken strips and fries on picnic tables, each with one of 13 new menu sauces and toppings.

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

Spaceship Earth Reopening Date Announced: Daily Recap (10/2/25)

Daily Recap collage: Spaceship Earth, a closed experience in Pandora in Animal Kingdom, Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland, and Living with the Land during the Festival of Holidays.

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

Tinkerbell Jersey Lands at Disneyland Resort

A lime green Disneyland baseball jersey with Tinker Bell and white pinstripes hangs on a rack in a store.

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

Review: Trick-o-Treat Churro Donut from Sunshine Churros

A chocolate-covered pastry topped with colorful candy pieces is held in a tray over green grass.

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

Blumhouse 15th Anniversary Photo Ops Pop Up at Universal CityWalk

Collage of Blumhouse horror movie photo ops for "M3GAN," "The Purge," and "The Black Phone 2" at Universal CityWalk.

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

Jane Goodall Passes Away: Daily Recap (10/1/25)

A daily recap collage: Disney scenes with a woman, a theme park ticket, a grand restaurant, and a man at a podium.

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

Trader Sam’s Evil Queen Mug Release Event Casts a Spell at Disneyland

A villain in black and purple stands by a magic mirror; outside, an Evil Queen Mug mirrors the scene at Disneyland Hotel.

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

VIDEO: HollyGroove Swinging Band Performance at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

The HollyGroove Swinging Band plays brass outdoors at Hollywood Studios, with a Chipmunk mascot and crowds in the background.

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

Mickey DVC Member Merch Collection Debuts at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort

A store display features Grand Floridian ocean-themed shirts, mugs, snacks, and decor in blue and coral sea life accents.

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

Disney CEO Bob Iger & Imagineer Joe Rohde Pays Tribute to Jane Goodall

Jane Goodall shares a sweet moment with a giraffe in photos taken by Joe Rohde.

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

Construction Walls Erected Around Tomorrowland Terrace in Disneyland

Blue construction walls with a door block off part of an outdoor seating area with empty tables and chairs.

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