Return Date Set for 2025 Jingle Cruise at Magic Kingdom

A wooden theme park booth, reminiscent of the Jingle Cruise, bursts with eclectic props like bags, barrels, lanterns, and a colorful shirt. Lush greenery envelops the area, enhancing its adventurous charm.

Jingle Cruise returns in 2025 for the holiday season, and the return date has been set for when guests can enjoy the attraction overlay. Jingle Cruise Returns Jingle Cruise will return to Magic Kingdom on November 3, 2025. Jingle Cruise is a popular attraction overlay of the Jungle Cruise attraction in Magic Kingdom. Adventure through … Read more

Zootopia: Better Zoogether Show Marquee Visible to Guests at Animal Kingdom

Guests stroll by a green construction wall at Animal Kingdom, trees in back teasing a possible Zootopia sign—no castle in sight.

Zootopia: Better Zoogether will debut at Disney’s Animal Kingdom next month, and the show marquee is now visible to guests. Zootopia: Better Zoogether Show Marquee Earlier this month, the show marquee was installed for Zootopia: Better Zoogether. However, it was fully covered under black scrim. The black scrim has been replaced with a more see-through … Read more

Coral Reef Adds Menu Sign Celebrating 1980s EPCOT Center

Bright 1980s Coral Reef Restaurant sign with fish and menu outside EPCOT’s blue walls, no castle like those in Disney parks.

Coral Reef Restaurant has a new menu board located outside the building, which is designed to celebrate the 1980s EPCOT Center. New Menu Board Sign Coral Reef Restaurant is a seafood restaurant located in EPCOT’s World Nature. Guests can view a living coral reef and the 2,000+ sea creatures who call it home. A new … Read more

Emo Minion Merchandise Arrives at Universal Studios Hollywood

Collage of black and white Emo Minion hats and shirts on display, styled like Disney Park merch but at Universal Studios Hollywood.

The shelves of Universal Studios Hollywood are a bit more moody and emotional with the arrival of Emo Minion merchandise. Emo Minion Stuffed Toy – $45 The Emo Minion stuffed toy is black with a white skeleton design and a broken heart. His goggles are as black as his soul, and the hands and feet … Read more

Full List (With Prices) of 2025 Disney and Macy's Holiday Collection

Collage of Disney Parks-inspired Macy's Holiday items: ear headbands, pink pajamas, and a Mickey apple backpack. No castle shown.

The 2025 holiday collection by Disney and Macy’s is now available online, with products including jewelry, beauty products, and apparel. Adult Apparel Women’s Minnie Mouse Pullover Hoodie – $64 This cozy pullover hoodie has a slight crop and a vibrant Minnie Mouse graphic on the front. Women’s Minnie Mouse Sweatpants – $52 This comfy fleece … Read more

New Check-In Counters, Kid's Area, and More at Disney's Pop Century Resort Lobby

Vibrant food court at Disney's Pop Century Resort with red chairs, lively walls, a quiet kid's area—no castle like Magic Kingdom's.

New check-in counters, a kid’s area, and more have been revealed as Disney continues with the lobby refurbishment at Pop Century. Check-In Counters New check-in counters have been revealed, and they are bright and bold colors. Instead of one long counter, three counters are now divided with generic decade specific designs. Starting at the end … Read more

Tornado and Flood Watches Issued for Disneyland and Universal Studios Hollywood

Disneyland Park image for DisneylandForward story.

Parts of Southern California are under a tornado watch, as well as a flash flood warning. This could impact both Disneyland and Universal Studios Hollywood. October Storm A rare October storm is impacting Southern California, including L.A. County and Orange County where Universal Studios Hollywood and Disneyland Resort are located. The storm brings heavy rain, … Read more

Snow Arrives at Sleeping Beauty Castle Earlier Than Ever

Guests in ponchos walk toward Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle, smaller and pinker than Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World.

Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland Park is getting ready for the holiday season, and snow has been added earlier than ever. Snowy Castle As Disneyland prepares for the holiday season, crews have begun installing snow that covers the turrets. Work began on October 13, the earliest it has ever occurred. Guests will see snow covering … Read more

Disney Vacation Club 2026 Membership Magic Beyond Sale Date and Pricing Revealed

Membership Magic Beyond" text with blue and pink circles, plus "Disney Vacation Club 2026 Add-On Sale Date" beneath. No castle shown.

The on-sale date and pricing have been revealed for the Disney Vacation Club 2026 optional add-on, Membership Magic Beyond. Membership Magic Beyond Membership Magic Beyond is an optional add-on available for Disney Vacation Club (DVC) Members looking to enhance their membership. For 2026, the Membership Magic Beyond optional add-on will continue to be priced at … Read more

Effect Restored to Spaceship Earth Ahead of Reopening at EPCOT

Spaceship Earth’s entrance at night glows with new Epcot lighting and sleek design—no castle, just iconic geodesic curves.

Ahead of its reopening, Spaceship Earth has had a lighting feature on the exterior of the attraction restored. Restored Lighting Features Spaceship Earth has been closed for refurbishment since late August, and one of the tasks Disney is focusing on is refreshing the exterior (of the base building, not the geodesic sphere). The restored lighting … Read more

Disney and Macy's Collaborate for New 2025 Holiday Collection

Two women walk by a vintage red car on a city street, one in denim, the other in a Macy's Holiday pink dress—no Disney castles seen.

Disney and Macy’s are collaborating again to bring a festive holiday collection for 2025, including Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade keepsakes and more. Minnie Returns to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Minnie Mouse will return to New York City in the 99th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in her signature style. Pictured above is the concept … Read more

Polynesian Guard Shack Nears Completion, Door & Windows Installed

Construction workers in safety vests build a Polynesian-style guard shack, similar to Disney resort theming, under a clear blue sky.

The new guard shack at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is nearing completion. New windows and a door have been installed, along with other completed tasks. Guard Shack In our previous update, the guard shack’s framework received sheathing, creating actual walls and a roof. While the roof is not complete, a portion of the exterior walls is now … Read more

Disney Store has a New Toy Story Pizza Planet Crossbody Bag by Lug

Red Pizza Planet crossbody bag with checkered strap and white logo, Toy Story-inspired, seen in Disney parks, on white background.

A new Toy Story Pizza Planet crossbody bag is available online at Disney Store. It’s part of a Disney Parks x Lug collaboration. Pizza Planet Crossbody Bag by Lug – $65 This mini convertible crossbody bag by Lug is themed to Pizza Planet from Toy Story. It easily converts from a crossbody to a belt bag … Read more