Lauren Stracner 
Crews working to remove lime green water from Cinderella Castle moat, Imagineering files construction permit for former Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser building, and height requirement lowered for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Walt Disney World — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Disney News Recap Universal News Recap … Read more
Disney Pal-Palooza: Vanellope’s Sweet Pop World has officially started at Tokyo Disneyland, and while merchandise and decor have been out for a month, the kickoff brings with it a plethora of candy-coated new merchandise with a mint-green color palette. New Vanellope’s Sweet Pop World Merchandise The first accessory is this frosting-dipped mint-green Minnie ear headband, … Read more
Howdy pardners! Along with the exciting news that Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is officially reopening May 3 at Magic Kingdom, we also now know even smaller cowpokes can join you on the wildest ride in the wilderness. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Lowers Height Requirement Before its closure in January 2025 for an extensive refurbishment, including … Read more
This year, Disneyland Park added a new special guided tour honoring Women’s History Month: the Women Who Make the Magic Guided Tour, which spotlights the achievements of Harriet Burns, Alice Davis, Mary Blair, Ruth Shellhorn, Leota Toombs, Kim Irvine, Dorothea Redmond, and other visionary Disney women. Women Who Make Magic The tour came to be because … Read more
A new video from the Star Wars Instagram account reveals some of the creatures making their live-action debut in The Mandalorian & Grogu. ‘The Mandalorian & Grogu’ Reveals New Creatures In the Reel, director Jon Favreau shares that for him, a big part of what makes the Star Wars universe feel complete and compelling is … Read more
A new collection of auto magnets at Disneyland Resort features Disney Channel icons, the Sensational Six, and Cars favorites. Luigi’s Casa Della Tires Auto Magnet – $11.99 Cars Land fans can show their love for Radiator Springs’ resident mechanic with this magnet of Luigi’s Casa Della Tires sign. Baymax Auto Magnet – $11.99 The loveable … Read more
Construction wall installed behind Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom, aerial photos of Universal’s Lost Continent before imminent demolition, and Farmers Feast menu changes for EPCOT’s Flower & Garden Festival 2026 — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, April 6, 2026. Disney News Recap Universal News Recap Watch WDW News Today That’s … Read more
May the 4th is bringing brand-new Star Wars popcorn buckets, sippers, and other novelties to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and select locations throughout Disneyland Park. New Star Wars Novelties Coming Soon to Disneyland Salvaged Protocol Droid Bucket (available starting April 28) This scrappy droid head popcorn bucket features light-up eyes and a worn-looking strap. The … Read more
Every day is the best day ever in Enchanted Summer, the Frozen– and Tangled-themed rotational dining restaurant aboard the Disney Adventure. About the Restaurant Celebrate the spirit of the season at this whimsical buffet-style restaurant inspired by the Disney films Tangled and Frozen. Enchanted Summer is one of the rotational dining restaurants on the Disney … Read more
Disney Store just dropped a half-dozen new ear headbands ready for accessorizing your next park fit. Minnie Mouse Sequined Ear Headband – Black and Red – $46.99 Although this headband is described as “sequined,” these classic red and black Minnie ears are actually covered all over in shimmering rhinestones, including on the back. The ears … Read more
With summer coming up hot and fast, Walt Disney World guests may soon receive customized environmental warnings within the My Disney Experience app based on their location and plans, according to a new patent. Patent Published for Disney Weather Warning System Disney Enterprises initially filed the patent with the vague title of “Predicting and Mitigating … Read more
Special Easter pre-parade with rare characters returns to Magic Kingdom for 2026 holiday weekend, hand sanitizer brand Touchland announces Minnie Mouse collaboration, and aerial photos reveal sand piles and start of mass grading on Epic Universe expansion pad — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, April 4, 2026. Disney News Recap … Read more
TSA PreCheck Touchless ID coming to Orlando International Airport this spring, light-up Figment bubble wand with sound at EPCOT, and walking Olaf animatronic will eventually come to Disneyland, Disney World, and Disney Cruise Line — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, April 3, 2026. Disney News Recap Universal News Recap Watch … Read more
Blind box collectors will soon be posting their pulls from Universal Studios: Pop Mart is coming to CityWalk in Hollywood. Pop Mart Opening New Store in CityWalk Pop Mart is moving into the space previously occupied by Take 2, a store that sold discounted merchandise from the Universal Studios Hollywood theme park and third-party merchandise … Read more
We spotted the Wilderness Explorer-themed crossbody bag, mug, pullover, trucker hat, and backpack in Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, perfect for your next trek in the parks. Trucker Hat – $32.99 The truck-style hat is a dark green color with light green mesh on the sides and back. In the center is an … Read more
Jellyrolls opening a new location later this year, Disney opens nationwide search for voice actors, and Hogwarts Castle almost completely behind scrim at Universal Islands of Adventure — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, April 2, 2026. Disney News Recap Universal News Recap Watch WDW News Today That’s it for today; … Read more
