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A new Annual Passholder-exclusive popcorn bucket and exclusive merchandise will be available at Walt Disney World as part of V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days. V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days Popcorn Bucket The bucket features art by Ashley Taylor. It celebrates all four Walt Disney World theme parks with iconic buildings, plus characters that have been featured on Passholder magnets. … Read more
Crews have started a refurbishment of the giant “POP” sign outside Classic Hall at Disney’s Pop Century Resort. Pop Century Sign Refurbishment This sign is behind the lobby building, facing Hippy Dippy Pool. The nearby kiddie pool deck is also closed for refurbishment. The usually bright orange sign has been partially sanded down to remove … Read more
The walking, talking Olaf animatronic introduced at World of Frozen in Disneyland Paris will soon make his debut at another Disney theme park. Olaf at Hong Kong Disneyland Starting in early May, Hong Kong Disneyland guests may see Olaf while they are exploring Arendelle. The Olaf animatronic will eventually arrive at Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney … Read more
Disney revealed the Peter Pan-inspired club coming to Asteria, a Storyliving by Disney community coming to North Carolina. Second Star Club Designed by Walt Disney Imagineering, Second Star Club will feature a collection of indoor and outdoor areas to “encourage discovery and life-long learning.” There will be hands-on workshops, Disney-inspired fitness classes, and spaces for gathering and relaxing. At … Read more
Keyholder Vacations has launched the DVC Fan Forums, a new online community platformed designed to bring together Disney Vacation Club Members and other Disney travelers in a dedicated space for discussion, planning, and connection. DVC Fan Forums DVC Fan Forums is ad-free with open and honest discussion and built for real interaction. Fans can talk … Read more
D23 exclusively revealed the cover for Wondrous by Heather Fawcett, an upcoming novel following teenage Alice back down the rabbit hole. Wondrous Cover Reveal “I love writing YA and had so much fun returning to the genre with a story that’s so close to my heart,” Fawcett told D23. “Alice in Wonderland was one of … Read more
New items have sailed into The Market at Ale & Compass, the gift shop of Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. These include a mug, apparel, a beach towel, and more. The old Yacht Club Loungefly backpack, ear headband, as well as Vineyard Vines apparel released in 2024 are also still available. Mug – $22.99 The mug … Read more
The large 3D Finding Nemo fish figures on the guest buildings of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort have been repainted. Art of Animation Resort Refurbishment We saw a crew member in a lift working on one of the fish in mid March. When we returned a month later, we noticed all the figures were looking … Read more
While Walt Disney World just reopened their Buzz Lightyear ride, Disneyland’s Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters is now closed for refurbishment. Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters at Disneyland The Disneyland website lists no operating hours for the ride through at least Monday, May 25 — the furthest date currently available on the calendar. It closed on Monday, April … Read more
Disney Legend Phil Collins will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this year as an individual, having previously been inducted as a member of the band Genesis. Phil Collins Inducted in Rock and Roll Hall of Fame “Obviously I’m pleased and honored to be inducted. It wraps up what has been … Read more
The back of Droid Depot in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland has been temporarily taken over by merchandise from Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities. The other shop is currently closed for changes related to the land’s timeline shift. Dok-Ondar’s Artifacts in Droid Depot Dok-Ondar’s Treasure Trading is available at the check-out counter. A variety of … Read more
Universal Studios Hollywood has revealed the full slate of special food items coming to Universal Fan Fest Nights 2026. Scooby Doo x Universal Monsters The shareable Universal Monster 22” Dog is topped with pulled pork (inspired by the Wolf Man), kale cabbage slaw (The Creature from the Black Lagoon), fried garlic chips (Dracula), spicy pickles … Read more
Brooks and runDisney revealed two new shoe styles as well as three returning options that will be available at the 2026 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend. The new designs are based on Genie, and Winnie the Pooh and Tigger, who are featured in this year’s duos theme. The running shoes will be available beginning on Thursday, … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has launched Universal Express Now, a new version of their Express Pass granting line-skip access for a single attraction during a specific timeframe. Universal Express Now Universal Express Now is exclusively available to purchase on the Universal Orlando Resort App on the day of your visit. Guests must be in the park … Read more
Maia Kealoha, the star of Disney’s live-action Lilo & Stitch, appears in the latest episode of Disney Parks’ Teacup Confessions. The series features actors answering questions while riding the Mad Tea Party at Disneyland or Magic Kingdom. Maia Kealoha in Teacup Confessions In this week’s video, Kealoha talks about the sneakiest thing she’s ever done … Read more
Universal has started testing photo validation at individual Epic Universe portals, indicating they could potentially sell tickets just for Celestial Park in the future. Photo Validation at Epic Universe Portals X user @Bentleys_Enigma reshared photos originally posted by Instagram user @Florida_Coasters_1. However, @Florida_Coasters_1 appears to have deleted their account. The photos show a trio of … Read more
