Shannen Ace 
More decorations have been added to the entrance of Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom. The ride has been closed for an overhaul since August 2025. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Construction Plaques of the Star Command logo are now on either side of the entrance doors. We saw “X”s marking … Read more
For the third day in a row, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance did not open with the rest of Disney’s Hollywood Studios at 9 a.m. As of writing at 9:50 a.m., the ride remains “temporarily closed.” Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Downtime We have been documenting the “Wall of the Resistance” — a row … Read more
The west entrance of World of Disney at Disney Springs finally has a new marquee frame after the old one was removed last July. For eight months, the columns have been decorated with banners instead of a permanent sign. New World of Disney Marquee The marquee doesn’t have a new sign yet, but it’s approximately … Read more
WESH 2 has exclusively shared body camera footage from the night Kevin Rodriguez Zavala died after riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Epic Universe. Stardust Racers Body Camera Video The body camera footage corroborates a final report on the incident, which took place on September 17, 2025. Zavala, 32, was unconscious after riding Stardust … Read more
Two new Loungefly backpacks are inspired by Star Wars prequel characters Darth Maul and Padme Amidala. Darth Maul Drawstring Mini Backpack – $90 This bag has a black polyurethane body with red embroidery inspired by Darth Maul. There’s a front zip pocket and a drawstring main pocket under a flap. The front pocket has an … Read more
Celebrating 20 years of Hannah Montana, Airbnb has partnered with Disney to let guests stay at the pop star’s home in Malibu, California. Hannah Montana’s House on Airbnb Guests can step into Hannah’s Malibu beach house and discover her legendary closet with this limited-time opportunity. The house will be open for parties of up to … Read more
A new series of small Urupocha-chan plush originally from Japan has arrived at Walt Disney World. These include Winnie the Pooh, Frozen, and Tangled characters. Several of these plush toys are also available online at the Disney Store. We found these in the Discovery Trading Company at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. In Japanese, “uru” means teary-eyed, … Read more
Walt Disney World has several new adult t-shirts, tanks, and a hoodie, as well as a youth tee and onesies. The designs feature characters like Grumpy, Triton, Baymax, Winnie the Pooh, Mickey, and Stitch, plus a designs inspired by the resort’s custodians. Youth Apparel Disney Pets Youth T-Shirt – $24.99 This dark blue youth tee … Read more
Loungefly has three new bags inspired by Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. One features Snow White and the dwarfs, another represents Snow White’s dress, while the other is inspired by the Evil Queen. Evil Queen Sling Crossbody Bag – $65 This black sling bag is covered in a debossed pattern of the Evil Queen’s … Read more
Sugar painting, which was last offered for the 2019 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, has returned to the park’s China pavilion. Live artists draw an animal-inspired treat with hot liquid sugar. It then hardens and guests can buy the intricate treats on a stick. But are they worth the hefty price tag? China Pavilion … Read more
The Ultimate Disney Sweepstakes: Fantastic Prizes is returning to coincide with D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event 2026. D23 Ultimate Disney Sweepstakes There will be 23 prizes, including unforgettable awards and once-in-a-lifetime opportunities. All the prizes will be announced later, but D23 shared these three big ticket items: D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event will … Read more
Though D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event mostly takes place at the Anaheim Convention Center and Honda Center, there will be other events throughout the city, including at Disneyland Resort. D23 City-Wide Celebrations D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event is more than a weekend, it’s a city-wide celebration that extends the fun throughout the week. … Read more
Following Disneyland Handcrafted, Leslie Iwerks is directing another feature-length Disney documentary that will debut at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. New Leslie Iwerks Documentary Disney did not announce the subject of the documentary but said it would offer fans “an exclusive first look at a powerful new Disney story told through her singular lens.” … Read more
Crews continue to extend the retaining wall in the Piston Peak National Park construction site at Magic Kingdom. We also spotted Dumpo, the flying dumpster, again! Piston Peak National Park Construction Additional sections have been added to the wall closer to Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. There are two distinct sections, sticking out of the wall’s … Read more
After its name was announced during the company’s Annual Meeting of Shareholders last week, the Disney Believe is now listed the Disney Cruise Line website. Disney Believe on Disney Cruise Line Website Users will see Disney Believe under the “Our Ships” tab on DisneyCruise.com. The ships are listed in alphabetical order, with the new Disney … Read more
Tokyo Disney Resort Celebration Hotel will update the mural art in Discover rooms for the first time since opening. The new artwork will include characters and images representing Fantasy Springs and other new attractions. New Discover Room Mural The mural change will begin on September 1. All 350 rooms in Tokyo Disney Resort Celebration Hotel: … Read more
