Lauren Stracner 
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
After closing for an extended refurbishment in August, Radiator Springs Racers is revving its engines to reopen tomorrow in California Adventure. Construction Walls Gone at Radiator Springs Racers For two months, the Radiator Springs Racers queue has been blocked behind wooden fencing. Now, all the construction walls blocking the queue and roadside walkway have been … Read more
The Disney World website has shared the exclusive menu for Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby, part of Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Food Offerings Non-Alcoholic Beverages Beverages with Alcohol What is Jazzy Holidays? Jazzy Holidays is an adult-oriented lounge experience at The Hollywood Brown Derby restaurant that takes place during Disney Jollywood … Read more
Megatron cheers on a guest fight at Universal Studios Hollywood, another lawsuit for Stardust Racers, Darth Vader has a new Hollywood Studios meet and greet, and 2026 Disney After Hours announced — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, September 25, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney’s Hollywood Studios New Merchandise … Read more
Universal Studios Japan has announced details for its annual New Year’s celebration NO LIMIT! Countdown 2026. Universal Studios Japan NO LIMIT! Countdown 2026 NO LIMIT! Countdown 2026 is a special ticketed New Year’s event at Universal Studios Japan that runs from 7 pm on December 31, 2025, to 9 pm on January 1, 2026. Entry … Read more
Following the closure of Star Wars: Launch Bay, guests can now meet Chewbacca near the Millennium Falcon in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Hollywood Studios. The meet and greet takes place in this shaded alcove to the right of the Millennium Falcon. There was no sign, but Cast Members helped guests find the line. The … Read more
Mickey’s going MLB with new baseball cards, the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique PhotoPass studio at Walt Disney World is closed, a new Hollywood Studios map released early, and EPCOT World Showcase trash cans get the sticker treatment — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, September 24, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom … Read more
A new video taken by a guest at Universal Studios Hollywood shows the Transformers villain Megatron seemingly encouraging a guest brawl happening in front of him. Megatron Encourages Guest Fight at Universal Studios The video of this new viral incident from Universal Studios Hollywood was shared byTikTok user eljojo100. It currently has over 1.9 million … Read more
Christmas in September? A trio of glass Marvel ornaments and a collection of new Disney Sketchbook ornaments has arrived at Walt Disney World. Marvel Ornaments Thor Mjolnir Ornament – $34.99 Hang Thor’s hammer from your tree with this blown-glass incarnation of the mighty Mjolnir. It dangles from a brown ribbon threaded through the handle. The … Read more
Multiple trash cans in EPCOT have seemingly been updated, with the classic gold medallions for World Showcase replaced with flat stickers across the park. World Showcase Trash Cans Get Stickers At first glance, these look like the usual cans around World Showcase, but closer inspection reveals that the bronze World Showcase medallion is actually a … Read more
