Shannen Ace 
All the black keys have been reinstalled on the giant piano motif below the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster guitar at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. As part of the Muppets reimagining, one white key was painted gold, inspired by the gold tooth of The Electric Mayhem frontman Dr. Teeth. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Piano … Read more
A video obtained by News 6 shows an Orange County Sheriff’s Office vehicle cutting across traffic and running another vehicle off the road near Walt Disney World. Ivan Schiffino was driving home from work at Walt Disney World around 10 a.m. on Saturday morning. Schiffino’s dash camera caught the Sheriff’s Office vehicle cutting across a … Read more
Dr. Mark Penning has been named the new director of the North Carolina Zoo, retiring from his position as vice president of animals, sciences, and environment for Disney Experiences. Dr. Mark Penning Moving to North Carolina Zoo Dr. Penning oversaw animal care at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, The Seas With Nemo and … Read more
When Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets opens to the general public, it will not use a virtual queue. Virtual Queue Disney has used a virtual queue for the openings of major attractions several times in the past few years, including for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. The latter … Read more
Walt Disney World announced details of Annual Passholder previews of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, which opens to the general public on May 26, 2026. Annual Passholder Previews Previews will take place on May 21, 22, and 23. On the day of a preview, Passholders who have a park reservation for Disney’s Hollywood … Read more
Three starship-inspired Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu LEGO sets were released online for May the 4th. The Razor Crest – $149.99 Set #75447 is inspired by Din Djarin’s original ship, The Razor Crest. It comes with minifigures of The Mandalorian with a blaster and jetpack, an Imperial Remnant Stormtrooper with a blaster, Colonel Ward, … Read more
Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities in Disneyland is stocked with new collectibles for May the 4th a.k.a. Star Wars Day. There are three new lightsaber sets, various figurines and decorations, and Mandalorian costume pieces. Maul Shadow Lord Lightsaber Hilt – $400 This new Maul lightsaber set is based on the updated version of his double-bladed saber … Read more
The “Docking Bay 6” signage added to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios back in February has been corrected to read “Docking Bay 3.” The bay is the former entrance/exit to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge from the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser shuttle. Docking Bay 6 is Docking Bay 3 Once More Though the … Read more
Sam Witwer, the voice of Darth Maul, made a surprise appearance at Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite. Sam Witwer at Star Wars Nite Witwer has voiced Maul since the character’s return in Star Wars: The Clone Wars. He reprised the role Star Wars Rebels, Solo, and several other projects, including Maul – Shadow Lord. … Read more
Disneyland Resort is following in Walt Disney World’s footsteps as all the outdoor snack carts go cashless. Cashless Snack Carts Guests will notice “Cashless Location” signs at the outdoor vending locations, indicating guests must pay with credit card, Disney Gift Card, or mobile payment. Gift cards are available in merchandise stores. The switch to cashless … Read more
New signs for “Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live!” and “Stage 1” have been installed at the entrance of the Disney Jr. show in Animation Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The courtyard is being reimagined into the Walt Disney Studios Courtyard. “Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live!” Sign Signage and decorations were removed from the entrance archway early this … Read more
Disney’s Old Key West Resort has a new collection of resort-inspired Orange Bird merchandise, as well as some generic Old Key West apparel and items inspired by the resort’s bar. The collection is available in Conch Flats General Store. Loungefly Ear Headband – $44.99 This ear headband is made of simulated leather. The ears and … Read more
Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin at Disneyland has reopened after a month-long refurbishment, removing the manual guest-controlled spinning, plus a few other technical updates. Updated Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin The wheel in each taxi no longer shows spinning instructions but general safety instructions. The wheel itself does still spin so guests can pretend they’re … Read more
Orlando International Airport (MCO) posted a parody video of Star Tours in honor of Star Wars Day, a.k.a. May the 4th. The video is a POV of “MCO Tours” resembling the interior of a Star Tours StarSpeeder looking out into the airport. MCO Tours The tour ship encounters Darth Vader and Stormtroopers (represented by action … Read more
One of the Star Wars franchise’s most famous creatures is now a sipper! First released at Disneyland, the bantha sipper is now available at Walt Disney World for May the 4th festivities. Bantha Sipper – $21.79 Includes choice of Coca-Cola fountain beverage at time of purchase Banthas first appeared in the very first Star Wars … Read more
Star Wars fans watched over 33 billion minutes of the franchise in 2025, according to a report by media research firm Nielsen. Star Wars Streaming 2025 The number only accounts for U.S. viewers watching Star Wars on linear TV and streaming, so would be even higher with international viewers and home media. Streaming accounts for … Read more
