Lauren Stracner 
This jewelry is the way. You’ll shine with the Force when The Mandalorian & Grogu hits theaters with these galactic new pieces from Girls Crew. Star Wars™ This is the Way Necklace – $65 Wear your Mandalorian philosophy with this delicate script necklace bearing Din Djarin’s catchphrase. Each word is accented with a clear cubic zirconia stone. An additional star-shaped rhinestone … Read more
No good?! Not with your own trusty Anzellan riding on your shoulder, thanks to a new shoulder plush available in Walt Disney World. Anzellan “Klang” Shoulder Plush – $27.99 Your droid will never go out of service when you’ve got this mischievous miniature mechanic at your side. (His tag says his name is Klang, by … Read more
An internal sting operation by Disney Investigations caught a thieving housekeeper in the act at a Walt Disney World hotel, resulting in an arrest. WDW Active Crime reported the news of the arrest, which happened on April 24, 2026, at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort. Disney Investigations, the company’s internal security team, caught the housekeeper … Read more
With all the attention centered on the reopening of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, the Haunted Mansion at Magic Kingdom has quietly been closed since yesterday, with no reason given and no reopening date currently known. Haunted Mansion Unexpectedly Closed for Almost Two Days The Haunted Mansion didn’t open for Magic Kingdom guests all day on … Read more
In late 2025, we first heard news that Universal Orlando’s Horror Make-Up Show would be closing in 2026 for a reimagining. While the original timeline was initially delayed, we now have the show’s confirmed closure date. Universal Orlando’s Horror Make-Up Show Being Reimagined We first reported in December 2025 that the Horror Make-Up Show would close after … Read more
May the 4th is almost upon us, but if you’re planning to hunt down as many galactic Magic Shots as possible in Walt Disney World, plan carefully: several Star Wars scenes will only be available until 4:00 p.m. ET. May the 4th Disney PhotoPass Star Wars Offerings Until 4 P.M. Disney PhotoPass shared the news … Read more
Along with today’s reopening of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, an updated Magic Kingdom guidemap is available in Walt Disney World. May 2026 Magic Kingdom Guidemap On the guide’s cover is a laughing little girl in pink sequined Minnie ears, surrounded by bubbles and iridescent and Disney character balloons. The previous guidemap’s cover featured Mirabel on the Encanto float of … Read more
The Walt Disney Archives shared photos of the restored interior of “The Mouse,” Walt’s personal company plane, during a tour with D23 Members at the Palm Springs Air Museum. Step Aboard “The Mouse” with Walt Disney Archives Walt Disney’s plane, a Grumman Gulfstream I dubbed “The Mouse,” was used by the company from 1963 to … Read more
The ONE PIECE: Grand Pirate Show at Universal Fan Fest Nights has proven so popular that additional showtimes have been added to its schedule. ONE PIECE: Grand Pirate Show Adds Performances ONE PIECE: Grand Pirate Show is a 20-minute action-comedy stunt show, inspired by the similar show at Universal Studios Japan, that takes place in … Read more
The upcoming Star Wars film marks the first time the favorite body care brand has ventured to a galaxy far, far away, and is the latest major addition to the ongoing collaboration between Bath & Body Works and Disney. ‘The Mandalorian & Grogu’ Bath & Body Works Collection Disney Parks Blog has announced a new … Read more
Guests can finally peer over the Piston Peak and Villains Land construction walls for themselves now that Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has reopened in Magic Kingdom. Piston Peak Construction While tall fences are currently being installed to block views of the ongoing construction of Piston Peak and Villains Land, guests can currently get a look … Read more
Spirit Airlines officially shuts down, Disney reportedly exploring “super app” combining parks, cruise line, shopping, and streaming apps, and retired Disney artist shares Animal Kingdom T-shirt concept art — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, May 2, 2026. Disney News Recap Universal News Recap Watch WDW News Today That’s it for today; … Read more
The Waterview Park area in Disney Springs will be closing soon for construction — specifically, to receive a roof over the guest seating area. Waterview Park at Disney Springs to Receive Covered Guest Area Waterview Park at Disney Springs is the area between Jock Lindsay’s Hangar Bar and The Boathouse in The Landing. It features … Read more
Celebrate Star Wars Day all weekend at the LEGO Store in Downtown Disney with a variety of free activities, including a make-and-take build of the Mandalorian’s Starfighter. Star Wars Day at Downtown Disney LEGO Store Along with the make-and-take LEGO Star Wars N-1 Starfighter Mini, guests can also help build a Star Wars-themed brick mural, … Read more
Two months to the day after construction walls went up around Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster to transfer its residency from Aerosmith to The Muppets, the walls are down, and we can now see the giant guitar in all its groovy glory. Walls Gone from Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets The Muppet-themed reimagining of … Read more
First, the good news: Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar is nearing the end of its refurbishment! Now the bad news: the whole outdoor area, including Tangaroa Terrace, will have to close for “at least” a week in May to facilitate it. Tangaroa Terrance & Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar Will Close for “At Least” a … Read more
