Lauren Shahan 
Josh D’Amaro, Chairman of Disney Parks, Experience, and Products, along with Co-Chairman Alan Bergman, will speak at this year’s SXSW 2025 conference. SXSW 2025 The conference will take place from March 7-15, 2025, in Austin, Texas. D’Amaro and Bergman will host a session called “The Future of World-Building at Disney.” At this time, the date … Read more
The newest Annual Passholder magnet featuring Ray from “The Princess and the Frog” is now available at EPCOT. Ray Annual Passholder Magnet The magnet can be picked up at the Creations Shop in EPCOT from January 21 to February 28, 2025, during regular park hours. A sign outside of the Creations Shop directs guests to … Read more
The modified single-rider line for groups of two at Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run in Disney’s Hollywood Studios has now ended. Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Modified Single Rider Line Earlier this month, we reported that a modified version of the single rider line at Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run was being tested. Instead of the line being … Read more
The race themes for the 2025 runDisney Wine & Dine Marathon Weekend at Walt Disney World have been revealed and feature different eats of the day. 2025 runDisney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend The weekend includes a 5K, 10K, a Half Marathon, and a Two Course Challenge. The key art for each race features … Read more
The Voyage of the Little Mermaid Marquee sign has been removed from the front of the building at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Voyage of the Little Mermaid Marquee Sign In December we reported that the marquee sign had been repaired and would likely be staying for the new show, “The Little Mermaid — A Musical Adventure.” At … Read more
The National Weather Service has issued a Cold Weather Advisory for the Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort areas for Wednesday, January 22. Cold Weather Advisory The Cold Weather Advisory is in effect from 1 a.m. to 9 a.m. on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. It is for Inland Volusia, Northern Lake, Orange, Seminole, and … Read more
We tried some of the “Zootopia”-themed treats available exclusively at Jumbeaux’s Sweets on the Disney Treasure. Jumbeaux’s Sweets is on deck 11 near Marceline Market and is inspired by Jumbeaux Café from the film “Zootopia.” Jumbeaux’s Sweets Review Interior The interior of the cafe features marble countertops, pink-striped walls, and white tile floors. The Victorian-style … Read more
A new Figment egg slicer and other Mousewares houseware items are available at the Walt Disney World Resort. We first discovered these items at World of Disney in Disney Springs. Figment Egg Slicer – $14.99 The design of the egg slicer resembles Figment. His face is depicted at the top along with his orange horns … Read more
As refurbishment continues on the Astro Orbiter in Magic Kingdom, the planets and rocket ship vehicles have all been removed. Astro Orbiter Refurbishment The planets and rocket ship vehicles typically attached to the structure of the Astro Orbiter have been removed as refurbishment continues. During the ride, the rocket vehicles would “blast off” into the … Read more
Two new Stanley-style tumblers with a zip case are available at Walt Disney World. We first discovered the tumblers at Creations Shop in EPCOT. Minnie Stanley-Style Tumbler and Zip Case – $49.99 The tumbler has a pattern of Minnie’s famous red and white polka dots and Minnie head icons. A pouch attached to the tumbler … Read more
Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion reopened on January 18, with long-awaited updates to both the Bride and Hitchhiking Ghosts scene. The queue of the Haunted Mansion was recently expanded in November of 2024. No major changes have been made since then, though the area did debut a new music loop by Ego Plum in December. Stretching Room … Read more
During the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, “chalk” images of classic Disney characters are hidden throughout World Showcase and sometimes even in other locations across the park. The character images that are a part of Chalk Full of Character serve as a kind of scavenger hunt activity. The artwork adds a touch of magic to … Read more
The queue for the Red Car Trolley at Disney California Adventure Park has been extended prior to the ride’s closure next month. Red Car Trolley Queue Extended The Red Car Trolley is set to close next month with February 8, 2025, as the last day for guests to experience the attraction. The Red Car Trolley … Read more
Mickey and Minnie will debut new outfits to celebrate this year’s Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure. Mickey and Minnie Lunar New Year Outfits Mickey and Minnie will don all-new outfits that represent traditional Korean attire. Minnie is wearing a traditional women’s hanbok that is pink and white and various colors detail the sleeves. Her … Read more
A new 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Pandora charm featuring Figment is now available. We first discovered the charm at the Port of Entry shop in EPCOT. EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Figment Pandora Charm – $75 The charm features Figment on the front with “EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2025” … Read more
Dumbo the Flying Elephant and Tokyo DisneySea Transit Steamer Line Tomica toys from the Disney Vehicle Collection are now available online at Disney Store Japan. Dumbo Disney Vehicle Collection Tomica – ¥1,500 This Tomica toy resembles the Dumbo the Flying Elephant attraction at Tokyo Disneyland. It depicts Dumbo wearing a yellow cape and hat with … Read more