Shannen Ace 
Staring on Friday, April 24, 2026, Fantasmic! at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will move to later performances. Fantasmic! Performance Times The show has been performed at 8:30 p.m. since early March. It will now be performed at 9 p.m. every day. Fridays and Saturdays through May 9 will have an additional performance at 10:30 p.m. Starting … Read more
As part of Cool Kids’ Summer at Walt Disney World, Drawn to Life at Disney Springs is offering a discounted kids ticket with the purchase of an adult ticket. Discounted “Drawn to Life” Kids Ticket With the purchase of a full-price adult ticket, guests can add a child ticket (ages 2-12) for just $25. They … Read more
Comcast’s Xfinity has kicked off their three-week Xfinity Member Celebration, including free Universal Orlando Resort tickets and the chance to visit Universal Studios Hollywood for the grand opening of Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift. Xfinity Member Celebration The Xfinity Member Celebration runs through May 10 and offers a variety of bonus perks, surprises, and experiences. … Read more
Several Star Wars-inspired menus items will be available for May the 4th 2026 a.k.a. Star Wars Day. Walt Disney World will have all the same novelties announced for Disneyland, plus several special food items at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney Springs. Disneyland Paris will offer two new dishes at Café Hyperion. Walt Disney World Resort … Read more
During V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days, Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can enjoy an exclusive Mickey Chocolate Cake Pop. Plus, the Passholder tumbler featuring Joey Chou artwork is still available. Mickey Chocolate Cake Pop The Mickey Chocolate Cake Pop with Werther’s Original Caramel is a chocolate cake pop with a dark chocolatey coating and Werther’s Original caramel … Read more
The new Tropical Americas land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is getting closer to new theming as construction continues. Tropical Americas Construction Cranes were moving on Thursday morning, April 23, lowering materials to the Encanto ride building. To the left is the ride’s entrance, now with a peaked roof structure. Crew members were working on that … Read more
Walt Disney World Annual Passholders will get to enjoy exclusive character meet and greets at EPCOT during V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days 2026. Passholder Meet and Greet Disney said Passholders can meet “some of Mickey Mouse’s best pals” at the Magic Eye Theatre from May 1 through July 31. The meet and greet will be open from … Read more
Pixar and Away are collaborating for the first time on a series of limited-edition Toy Story 5-inspired travel gear. The collection includes luggage, backpacks, stadium bags, packing cubes, and charms designed for both adults and kids. Toy Story 5 Away Luggage The brightly-colored large suitcases are yellow, purple, red, or green — inspired by Woody, Buzz, … Read more
Dozens of new Hallmark Disney ornaments have been revealed, including figures based on Disney Parks attractions, Disney Channel characters, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Star Wars, Marvel, and more. When the 2026 Hallmark Dream Book is officially released in stores and online on April 24, 2026, fans can fill out their Wish List in the back … Read more
Just a few months into the new year, 2026 dated merchandise throughout Walt Disney World Resort is discounted. Discounted 2026 Merchandise White and black 2026 baseball caps are $20 each when you buy two instead of their regular $26.99 or $32.99. The 2026 drawstring bag is now $15 instead of $24.99. 2026 Mickey-shaped ornaments are … Read more
There are now blue roller-coaster supports visible at the staging ground for Monstropolis near Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Blue Monsters, Inc. Coaster Supports We previously saw black support columns staged in this area, visible from the Disney Skyliner. Crews began installing the black columns soon after. Now three blue columns are visible among the black. It’s … Read more
The Epic Universe Preview Center at Universal CityWalk Orlando has now closed. As announced earlier this month, the Universal Legacy Store will return and a sign has already been installed. Universal Legacy Store Returning The Epic Universe portal-inspired entrance archway remains in place. But instead of the preview center sign, there is now a retro … Read more
Disney Parks released an hour-long ambience video of Living With the Land at EPCOT. Living With the Land Ambience The video slowly goes through the opening scenes of Living With the Land with full audio and music. It then moves into the greenhouse, featuring behind-the-scenes footage of cast members working on various plants and in … Read more
A new Visa Lounge has opened at Universal Epic Universe. Visa Signature or Visa Infinite Cardholders can relax at this lounge, located near the front of Celestial Park, next to the VIP tours entrance. Visa Lounge X user Dueling Park News shared photos of the Visa Lounge, which opened on April 20. The lounge features … Read more
Kona Cafe at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has a revamped menu. Many items have changed or been removed, and there are new items available at all three meal times. Kona Cafe Breakfast Menu Updates The Polynesian Egg Platter is now $22 instead of $18. It still comes with two eggs any style, potatoes, and the … Read more
Walt Disney World has posted operating hours for Soarin’ Across America, which will open at EPCOT next month. Soarin’ Across America Operating Hours As expected, Soarin’ Across America will open during regular EPCOT operating hours — 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. most days. It will also open for Early Entry to resort hotel guests at 8:30 … Read more
