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Concrete is being pumped into Piston Peak National Park near the former Liberty Square Riverboat Landing at Magic Kingdom. The new Frontierland area replacing Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island is inspired by the Cars franchise. Piston Peak National Park Construction A concrete boom pump is in position right in front of the Riverboat … Read more
Disney was struggling in the 1980s. Though it wouldn’t fully recover until The Little Mermaid in 1989, Oliver & Company the year before helped the company get back on course. And casting Billy Joel in his only major acting role helped bolster the film’s success. Oliver & Company, Billy Joel, and Celebrity Casting Joey Lawrence, … Read more
The construction site for Disneyland Resort’s new Coco ride is now clear of foliage and most debris. The ride will part of Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure, behind the Incredicoaster. Coco Ride Construction The last few trees and plants have been removed from the left (north) side of the construction site. There are still … Read more
Construction of Porto’s Bakery & Cafe at Downtown Disney District was sending dust clouds into the air on Tuesday. Porto’s Bakery Construction An excavator was working at one end of the construction site. We previously saw a large pile of rubble in this area. The excavator was likely moving the rubble or tearing up old … Read more
Whether you’re a Galactic Hero or Star Flyer, celebrate your win on Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin with a brand-new pin. We found it in the Emporium at Magic Kingdom. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Pin – $17.99 The pin depicts Buzz and a Little Green Alien in one of the ride’s new vehicles. Buzz … Read more
Sony and Marvel shared a new look at Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse, the third film in the Miles Morales-focused animated series, which will finally release in 2027. Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse First Look The four images feature Miles Morales / Spider-Man, his dad Jefferson Morales, young versions of his dad and his uncle Aaron Davis … Read more
Walt Disney Imagineering has filed another signage permit, this time for Aloha Isle in Magic Kingdom. Aloha Isle Construction Permit The Notice of Commencement contracts Kentavo. It’s a busy week for the Imagineering collaborator, which has also been contracted to install signage at the Little Mermaid theater in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and at “it’s a … Read more
The repainting of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom is not quite complete, but all signs of pink are gone and construction walls have come down from behind the castle. Cinderella Castle Painting The construction walls surrounded a tall lift that crew members used to paint the tallest tower, where the last pink remained. With that … Read more
Seven months after the PhotoPass studio in Sir Mickey’s closed, there are finally signs of work behind the curtains. Sir Mickey’s Construction The PhotoPass studio mostly serviced Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique across the way. The studio closed in September when Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique introduced various changes. Curtains went up cutting the studio off from Sir Mickey’s … Read more
Disney shared a first look at the Han Solo meet and greet character who will soon appear in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park. Han Solo Meet and Greet Character Solo wears his iconic blue vest, off-white shirt, and brown pants with a blaster and holster. In the social media video, he reunites with … Read more
Walt Disney World has moved more pins behind locks after a Florida man stole over $900 worth of them in March. Guests can still grab most open edition pins themselves but have to ask cast members for help with mystery packs. Locked Trading Pins We spotted the change in Discovery Trading Company at Disney’s Animal … Read more
Disneyland Resort will release a straw clip inspired by the extinct Skyway later this month as part of the ongoing Disneyland 70th anniversary celebration. Skyway Straw Clip The clip features a tiny red Skyway gondola with metallic details. It has the number 70 on the side. It will launch on Wednesday, April 22. Location and … Read more
WDWNT attended a special preview event for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets at House of Blues this Wednesday. During the event, we heard two of The Electric Mayhem’s song covers that will play during the ride. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Listening Event The full track list for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The … Read more
A new mural has appeared on a wall outside the Tomorrowland Speedway at Magic Kingdom. Tomorrowland Speedway Mural The vibrant art depicts red, blue, and orange cars on the racetrack with Space Mountain and a starry sky above. “Start your engines!” is in big text in the upper left corner. Most of the mural is … Read more
A cancer survivor will meet the stem cell donor who saved her life this week at the runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend at Walt Disney World Resort. Donor and Recipient Meeting at Springtime Surprise Abby Hudak of California underwent a life-saving transplant in 2023. She is expected to meet her donor, Lewis Haggerty of Scotland, at … Read more
Orlando International Airport (MCO) has shared an updated vision for phase 2 of their expansion plan. Notable is the lack of the airport’s famous carpet in concept video for the atrium. MCO Phase 2 Updates The atrium will get a new sleek design of mostly white with touches of pale blue and green plants. Previously, … Read more
