Paneling and Paint Added as The Cake Bake Shop Exterior Nears Completion

The photo shows the facade of "The Cake Bake Shop" with a decorative sign, against a partly cloudy sky. Several people stand in front of a barrier below the sign, seemingly captivated by the impeccable design that looks almost auto draft perfect.

On a recent visit to Disney’s Boardwalk, we noticed numerous updates to the exterior of The Cake Bake Shop, as construction workers actively worked on the building. The Cake Bake Shop The Cake Bake Shop is finally starting to look like the concept art promised to us when the restaurant and bakery were originally announced. … Read more

Magic Happens Parade Showtimes No Longer Listed in Late August

A colorful parade float features a character playing guitar, surrounded by vibrant orange marigolds. In the background, two skeleton figures are positioned on a stage where the magic happens. Spectators observe from the sidelines.

Earlier this month, rumors circulated that the Magic Happens parade at Disneyland Park may stop performances earlier than usual. Today, we noticed that performance times are no longer listed in late August. Magic Happens Ending in Late August While we had originally speculated that the final performance of the parade would take place on August … Read more

Refreshing DOLE Whip Pineapple and Cherry Swirl Available at EPCOT

A person holds a pink waffle cone with Pineapple and Cherry Swirl soft serve ice cream against a backdrop of green foliage.

We recently stopped by Refreshment Outpost in World Showcase at EPCOT to try the new DOLE Whip Pineapple and Cherry Swirl. DOLE Whip Pineapple and Cherry Swirl – $6.75 This new DOLE whip was very refreshing, especially when enjoying it in the Florida heat. The cherry flavor was unique and we loved it for the … Read more

Is Disney Adding Shopping or Dining Location to EPCOT’s Canada Pavilion?

A stone building with a green roof stands in the background, with sand-colored rocks in the foreground under a clear blue sky.

Construction walls went up at the Canada Pavilion at the end of June, and now, a white tarp has been spotted at Hotel du Canada, covering what appears to be an expansion. Hotel du Canada Construction An eight-month-long Hotel du Canada refurbishment was just completed in February, and already, the building is getting more work … Read more

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Testing Single Rider Line

White and blue sign reading "Rise of the Resistance, Single Rider Line, End of Line" under a shaded umbrella with trees in the background.

On today’s visit to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we discovered that Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is testing a single rider line. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Single Rider Line Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is officially testing a new single rider line. The entrance for single riders is near the exit of … Read more

Loki Ear Headband with Bow Available at Disneyland

A hand holds a themed headband with green fabric ears and a gold and green metallic design. The ears feature a green bow in the center. Shelves with items and other headbands are visible in the background.

We found the new Loki ear headband at The Mad Hatter in Fantasyland at Disneyland Park. This item was previously made available at Walt Disney World. Loki Ear Headband – $34.99 Plush golden horns, resembling those found on Loki’s helmet, stick out of the headband in front of each ear. Between the horns, sits a … Read more

Hungry Bear Restaurant Construction Underway at Disneyland Park

Construction site surrounded by green tarps; trees and shrubs in the foreground and a building with a shingle roof and stone chimney in the background. The nearby Hungry Bear Restaurant in Disneyland Park adds a hint of charm to the evolving scene.

Construction is progressing at Hungry Bear Restaurant after the dining location closed on July 8 for kitchen refurbishments. Hungry Bear Restaurant Construction On a recent visit to Disneyland Park, we took a trip on Mark Twain Riverboat to check out the construction taking place at Hungry Bear Restaurant in Critter Country. A large green tarp … Read more

Haunted Mansion Shirts Arrive at Memento Mori

A display of various themed T-shirts and merchandise, including exclusive Haunted Mansion Shirts, features designs with spooky motifs and phrases. Items on sale include shirts, hats, and small plush toys.

More Haunted Mansion shirts featuring Madame Leota and other iconic symbols and characters from the attraction have materialized at Walt Disney World Resort. Haunted Mansion Shirts Over the past week, numerous pieces of Haunted Mansion merchandise have become available around Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and online at the Disney Store. On a recent visit to … Read more

Mission: SPACE Mars Sculpture Refurbishment Continues as More Paneling Removed

A large, shiny, spherical red structure resembling Mars is juxtaposed with a smaller planet-like sphere in front of a modern building under a clear blue sky.

Work on the Mission: Space Mars sculpture continues, as more of the discolored orange paneling is removed and replaced with new red paneling. Mission: Space Mars Sculpture Refurbishment Three large rows of black paneling are now visible on the Mars Sculpture at the entrance of Mission: Space, as more of the old discolored orange paneling … Read more

Elegant New Flooring, Paint Scheme, and Displays Highlight M. Mouse Mercantile Gift Shop Renovation at Grand Floridian Resort

Golden Mickey and Minnie Mouse statues dressed in traditional Hawaiian attire are displayed on a shelf in a well-lit merchandise store.

After a two-month closure, M. Mouse Mercantile has reopened with elegant new flooring, a new paint scheme, and new displays at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. M. Mouse Mercantile Renovation M. Mouse Mercantile has reopened with a much more elegant flair at Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. All of the flooring inside the store … Read more

First Look at Exclusive Disney Jollywood Nights Merchandise Featuring Ollie

A collage of Jollywood Nights Merchandise featuring a shoulder bag, a red sweatshirt, a framed ornament, mouse ears headband with a gingerbread theme, and a collectible Disney pin.

WESH 2 offered a first look at the exclusive Disney Jollywood Nights merchandise that will be available during the event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this year. Disney Jollywood Nights Merchandise Featuring Ollie The exclusive Jollywood Nights merchandise that will be available at this year’s event features the event’s mascot, Ollie. Ollie is a gingerbread man … Read more

Magic Kingdom Experiencing Low Crowds and Wait Times

People in casual clothing stand in a line outdoors, shaded by a structure with blue accents. Some are wearing hats and backpacks. The area appears to be part of an amusement or theme park, possibly Walt Disney World. It seems like a Good to Go Day with delightfully low crowds.

While visiting Magic Kingdom today, we experienced incredibly low crowds for a summer Saturday. Magic Kingdom Experiencing Low Crowds While the theme park reservation system has mostly gone away, Annual Passholders still need to make park reservations to enter one of the four theme parks at Walt Disney World. However, certain days are labeled as … Read more

Disney Lookout Cay Walkway Named 'Bob Chapek Pier' in Google Maps Joke

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An unsatisfied fan with a sense of humor has named the half-mile-long pier that connects Disney Cruise Line ships to Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point Bob Chapek Pier on Google Maps. Bob Chapek Pier Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point opened on June 6, 2024, and joined Disney Castaway Cay as one of two … Read more

Scaffolding and Tarps Erected at Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain

A large building is under construction or renovation, covered in scaffolding and white tarps, with a green fence surrounding the site. Amidst the cloudy sky, an auto draft of blueprints sways gently as people walk nearby.

Scaffolding and tarps have been erected around the “maintenance bay” of Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain, signaling that the attraction’s rumored conversion back to Space Mountain at Disneyland Paris is drawing near. Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain Construction X user DLPWorks has shared photographs of scaffolding and white tarps that now surround part of the exterior of … Read more