Lauren Stracner 
Chip ‘n Dale and Cinderella Castle Brooks running shoes for 2026 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend, 23 restaurants return to Disney Dining Plan but Starbucks and Landry’s locations still missing, and full runDisney 2026-2027 calendar released without Disneyland events — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, January 2, 2026. WDW News … Read more
A favorite limited-time treat, the strawberry-flavored Sweetheart Popcorn Mix has returned to the Main Street Confectionery at Magic Kingdom along with other rosy-hued treats. Sweetheart Popcorn Mix – $17.99 This seasonal popcorn mix starts with a base of strawberry-flavored candied popcorn, which is then drizzled with white and milk chocolate and topped with crushed chocolate … Read more
Disney has shared a rundown of all the new and returning food and beverages, plus some novelties including sippers and bottle toppers, coming to the Disneyland Resort in 2026. Disneyland Resort 70th Anniversary Items As Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary continues through spring 2026, more limited-time items have joined the menus around the resort. Rum Punch Bacardi … Read more
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin includes the Swan Resort, Dolphin Resort, and Swan Reserve, the latter of which opened in 2021. Check out the full video tour of a newly renovated EPCOT view room
A new feature in the My Disney Experience app lets you know when Disney Springs’ parking lots and garages are full. “Parking Currently at Capacity” Note in App With the holidays here, it’s no surprise that Disney Springs is crowded. A new feature we’ve spotted in the My Disney Experience app lets you know if … Read more
Sprinkles Cupcakes reportedly closing all stores on January 1, Disney Cruise Line will no longer offer pre- or post-nights and park tickets at Walt Disney World as reservation add-ons, and boulder removed from Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, December 31, 2025. WDW News Today … Read more
A new pink spirit jersey accented with pearls and rose gold beads is now available at Walt Disney World. Rose Gold Walt Disney World Spirit Jersey with Pearls and Beads – $89.99 The spirit jersey is a solid rosy pink color. The front left chest has the Disney “D” and “Est. 1971” embroidered in metallic … Read more
Wear your love for “The Most Magical Place on Earth” with a new vintage-inspired classic crewneck sweatshirt spotted at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World. Most Magical Place on Earth Crewneck – $59.99 This classic navy sweatshirt features the slogan “The Most Magical Place on Earth” embroidered across the front in white. Striped navy-and-white … Read more
A new video on the Muppets official Instagram features Fozzie Bear and the recently-returned Bean Bunny wishing us a Happy “New Bear’s Eve.” Fozzie Bear and Bean Bunny Appear Together on Muppets Channel The official Muppets Instagram posted the festive greeting from Fozzie Bear and Bean Bunny as they swap jokes to get in the … Read more
Cold weather advisories previously issued for Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort areas have been updated to frost advisories. Frost Advisory in Central Florida The news was issued by WESH severe weather alerts: Frost Advisory From 11:15am EST, Dec 31 2025 until 09:00am EST, Jan 01 2026 * WHAT…Temperatures as low as 32 will … Read more
A judge has officially approved the order requiring Disney to pay $10 million to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for violating the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) Rule. Disney to Pay $10 Million for Violating COPPA Rule The original complaint, filed by the Department of Justice on notification and referral from the FTC, alleged … Read more
Beginning in January 2026, Disney Cruise Line will no longer offer pre- or post-nights and theme park tickets at Walt Disney World as add-ons to cruise reservations. Pre- or Post-Nights & Park Tickets at Walt Disney World The change goes into effect on January 2, 2026. A resort stay and tickets must be booked separately … Read more
Zootopia 2 has officially become Disney’s highest-grossing animated film of all time, surpassing previous title holder Frozen 2. Zootopia 2 Now Disney’s Most Successful Animated Film With a global box office take of $1.46 billion, Zootopia 2 has become Disney’s most successful animated film of all time, as reported by Variety. The previous record holder … Read more
2026 Disney Dining Plan changes for four Patina-owned Restaurants at Walt Disney World, Paint the Night Parade 2026 showtimes announced at Disneyland, and first-ever Kendra Scott Disney Parks designs debuting at Disney Springs — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, December 29, 2025. WDW News Today That’s it for today; we … Read more
We now know the exact end date for Hong Kong Disneyland’s 20th anniversary celebration, after only knowing the month before. Hong Kong Disneyland 20th Anniversary End Date Hong Kong Disneyland’s 20th Anniversary celebration is called The Most Magical Party of All and included new entertainment like Disney Friends Live: Party at the Castle, the Friendtastic … Read more
A new drink marrying two Disney favorites — churros and margaritas — has arrived in EPCOT’s Mexico Pavilion. Is it worth a stop at La Cantina while drinking around the world? We think so! It is boozy smoky perfection. Churro Margarita – $18 Contains dairy While there’s no description of the margarita’s components on the … Read more
