Shannen Ace 
Disney and Pixar released a new special look at Hoppers, their next film in theaters on March 6, 2026. Hoppers Special Look Hoppers follows 19-year-old Mabel (Piper Curda) as she “hops” into a robot beaver and “uncover[s] mysteries within the animal world that are beyond anything she could have imagined.” Mabel is an animal lover … Read more
The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts will have Disney Lorcana activities this year, and we spotted a Quest Distribution station in the park. Lorcana Quest Distribution The station is on the World Showcase bridge, where there has been chalk drawing for kids in previous years. The kiosk has Disney Lorcana artwork and a sign … Read more
Walt Disney World has a new rose gold ear headband by Loungefly. The design is inspired by Minnie Mouse balloons. Minnie Balloon Loungefly Ear Headband – $46.99 The padded ears and bow are made of faux leather with a rose gold metallic finish. There are printed white accents making the ears appear more reflective, like … Read more
Downtown Disney District unveiled a “new” logo, although it is only slightly different from the logo introduced in 2024. Downtown Disney Logo Above is the old logo (left) and the new one (right). Downtown Disney shared the news in an Instagram Story on Monday: Cheers to 25 years of Downtown Disney District! In celebration of … Read more
Disney has revealed reopening dates for Incredicoaster and Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind at Disney California Adventure. Both attractions closed for refurbishment on January 5. Incredicoaster and Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind Reopening Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind is scheduled to reopen on January 23, 2026. Incredicoaster will open a couple weeks later on February 6. Both rides … Read more
The closure of Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park has been extended by at least two more days due to cold weather in Central Florida. Previously, Typhoon Lagoon was scheduled to be closed for three days. Typhoon Lagoon Closure Typhoon Lagoon will now be closed through at least Friday, January 16, 2026. Hours are listed for … Read more
A person climbed on top of a Disneyland Monorail train recently, reportedly while it was stuck on the evening of January 8. A TikTok posted by user @jessnj._ shows someone (likely a guest) crouched on top of the Monorail’s lead car while the train is stopped. Though some theorized this is why the Monorail was … Read more
Avatar: Fire and Ash led the box office for the fourth weekend in a row, making $21.3 million from Friday to Sunday. Zootopia 2 is also maintaining a top spot. Avatar: Fire and Ash & Zootopia 2 Box Office The third Avatar film has garnered $342.6 million domestically and $1.23 billion worldwide since its premiere. … Read more
A new version of the Minnie Big Face tote bag has arrived at Walt Disney World. Though the design of the bag is generally the same, it now has a metal ring for attaching keychains and the Disney Parks logo on the interior pocket. Minnie Big Face Tote Bag – $49.99 The canvas bag is … Read more
There is now scaffolding around the Pete’s Silly Sideshow tent in Magic Kingdom. The meet and greet venue is closed for refurbishment and the characters are currently meeting outside. Pete’s Silly Sideshow Refurbishment Construction walls went up around Pete’s Silly Sideshow a week ago, but there has been no scaffolding at the tent. The largest … Read more
It’s going to be a chilly start to the 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts this weekend. While this past weekend had highs in the 80s, temperatures will drop to as low as the 30s later this week. Cold Weather at Walt Disney World The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts begins on Friday, … Read more
Though Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom has been closed since August 2025, the ride’s entrance was still visible for the past several months. Now, construction walls are blocking it from view. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Construction Walls The walls wrap around the front of the building, underneath the Tomorrowland Transit Authority … Read more
Guests can once again meet Ariel from the live-action The Little Mermaid in Walt Disney Presents at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Ariel temporarily moved to Echo Lake near 50’s Prime Time Cafe in October to accommodate the limited-time Santa Claus and Santa Duffy meet and greets in Walt Disney Presents. Live-Action Ariel Meet & Greet We previously reported … Read more
Users planning a Walt Disney World vacation can access ticket deals directly in the My Disney Experience app. My Disney Experience Ticket Deals The deals are in the “Buy Tickets and Passes” section. The Disney+ Perks Ticket and 2 Extra Days Free ticket offer both redirect to the Walt Disney World website. However, the special … Read more
Orange County Sheriff’s Office used drones to monitor the 2026 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend, the first time they’ve provided drone security for runDisney races. Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Drone Security Four drone pilots worked the event with authorization from the Federal Aviation Administration. Drones are prohibited on Walt Disney World property. Orange County … Read more
Elio producer Mary Alice Drumm and Zootopia 2 producer Yvett Merino have each been nominated for Outstanding Producer of Animated Theatrical Motion Pictures by the 2026 Producers Guild Awards. Producers Guild Awards Nominations Other nominees in the category include Damon Ross for The Bad Guys 2, Michelle L.M. Wong for KPop Demon Hunters, and the … Read more
