Lauren Shahan 
The District Fire Department is currently onstage at Magic Kingdom, responding to a reported incident at Prince Eric’s Village Market. Fire Department Responding at Magic Kingdom UPDATE – 2/3/2025, 12:21 p.m. ET: At this time, the stand has reopened to guests, though crews are still on-site. During our visit to Magic Kingdom today, we witnessed … Read more
Disney has filed a new permit with the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for the development of a 10-acre contractor lot at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Disney Files Permit for Contractor Lot According to WDWMagic, the new contractor lot will be an infrastructure project that will aid in the ongoing construction of the new Tropical … Read more
The DinoLand plush that were available as prizes from Chester and Hester’s Dino-Rama games are now being sold to Cast Members, despite “selling out” for guests in the area’s final days of operation. Dino-Rama Games Plush Now Being Sold at Cast Connection Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama in DinoLand U.S.A. permanently closed earlier this year at … Read more
A new pair of Crocs featuring Mike Wazowski from the Pixar Animation Studios film, “Monsters, Inc.”, will soon be available for purchase. Mike Wazowski Crocs – $70 According to Hypebeast, the shoe is a collaboration with the Crocs and is scheduled to be released on February 18, 2025. The Crocs are bright lime green and … Read more
A new jean jacket featuring Mickey and Minnie has arrived at Walt Disney World. We found the new jacket for sale at the Creations Shop in EPCOT. At this time, it is currently unavailable online from the Disney Store. Mickey and Minnie Jean Jacket – $79.99 The jacket features a button-up design with two buttoned … Read more
Several new pieces of merchandise from Disney Store Japan are now available at Walt Disney World, including the popular Sakura collection. We found all of these items for sale at Disney Ever After. Sakura Piglet Plush – $34.99 Originally released in Japan, the Sakura collection features pink plush holding sakura flowers. Most items can be … Read more
New Hello Kitty and Friends merchandise has arrived at Universal Orlando Resort to celebrate the Lunar New Year. We first discovered these items at the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk. Button Set – $10 As the 2025 Lunar New Year celebrates the year of the snake, this four-pack button set features Hello Kitty and her … Read more
New RSVLTS (ROSE-UH-VELTS) shirts featuring classic and beloved Disney characters are now available online at the Disney Store. RSVLTS Lady and the Tramp “Bella Notte” Men’s Shirt – $72 This button-down shirt features an all-over print of Lady and Tramp from the film “Lady and the Tramp.” The design’s inspiration comes from the scene where … Read more
As construction continues on the new walk-up bar at Raglan Road in Disney Springs, new signage has been installed. Raglan Road Walk-Up Bar Construction We reported on our last update that an exterior structure behind the construction walls had exposed wiring and short metal bars attached to the roofing. It would appear that the metal … Read more
Some new brunch items have been added to the menu at Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ at Disney Springs. Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ New Brunch Items The Disney Springs restaurant shared the news of the new brunch items on their Instagram page. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chef Art Smith's Homecomin' (@homecominfl) … Read more
The first piece of new track has been installed as construction work continues on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Magic Kingdom. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Refurbishment During a recent visit to the Magic Kingdom, we took a ride on the Liberty Belle riverboat to check on the progress of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad’s refurbishment. The … Read more
The Class of 2025 can celebrate with this new graduation ear headband, now available at Walt Disney World Resort. We found the celebratory accessory for sale at Fantasy Faire in Magic Kingdom. Class of 2025 Ear Headband – $34.99 Similar to the graduation ears of previous years, the Class of 2025 can don this Mickey … Read more
A new Mickey and Friends Loungefly is now available at Walt Disney World. We first discovered the new item at Riverside Depot in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Mickey and Friends Loungefly – $80 This grey backpack features an all-over print of Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy, and Pluto. A black Disney Parks | Loungefly plaque is near … Read more
A new cavalcade debuted at the Disneyland After Dark: Sweethearts’ Nite event. Sweethearts’ Cavalcade This year’s “Sweethearts’ Cavalcade” is new and replaces the former “Royal Cavalcade” that took place during last year’s event. The song “True to Your Heart” by 98 Degrees from the film “Mulan” plays during the cavalcade replacing the stock music used … Read more
Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! at Disney California Adventure will temporarily close for refurbishment this spring. Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! Refurbishment The last day of operation for the attraction will be Sunday, March 9. On Monday, March 10, the ride will close, likely for routine refurbishment. The official Disneyland Resort … Read more
A recent post shared in the Facebook group “Disney for Seniors” praised Cast Members and the Reedy Creek Fire Department (RCFD) paramedic crew on their level of care during an emergency situation. Cast Members and RCFD Crew Praised for Helping Guest Julie Kendall Cox wrote in the Facebook group this past weekend, “My granddaughter fell … Read more
