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Three Permits Filed for Frontierland Kiosks at Magic Kingdom, Possibly Connected to Piston Peak Construction

Disney filed three construction permits for kiosks and carts in Frontierland at Magic Kingdom, located near the land’s boardwalk. The permits could be for general maintenance, but they could also be connected to nearby construction of Piston Peak National Park, a Cars-themed addition to Frontierland. Frontierland Kiosk Construction All three permits contract the Disney-owned Buena … Read more

Crews Repainting Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Columns

During the ongoing refurbishment of Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, crews are now repainting wood-style columns on the resort’s exterior. Wilderness Lodge Refurbishment Two columns on a wing of guest rooms are now a pale color. It looks like they have been stripped of their old paint and/or painted with primer. The backs of the columns were … Read more

Yoda Tumbler Returns to Galactic Grill at Disneyland

A person holds a cup featuring an image of a green, robed character with large ears in front of a futuristic building under a blue sky.

The Star Wars Yoda stainless steel tumbler is back at Disneyland. It debuted during Season of the Force 2025. At the time, it was $27.99. It’s now $2 more expensive. Yoda Stainless Steel Tumbler – $29.99 The tumbler can be found at Galactic Grill in Tomorrowland. Yoda is prominently featured on one side of the … Read more

Air Force Veteran Led Norway Pavilion Refresh at EPCOT

Air Force veteran and Associate Project Manager Rosa led the recent refresh work of the Norway pavilion in EPCOT. Disney’s Facility Asset Management Rosa served for 24 years in the United States Air Force. She joined Disney as part of their “Heroes Work Here” veteran hiring initiative. She found Disney’s Facility Asset Management department the … Read more

Permit Filed to Turn Former Tower of Terror FastPass Structure Into Eating Area at Disney California Adventure

Construction Walls Up Around Former Tower of Terror FastPass Distribution Building

Disneyland Resort has filed a permit that reveals the future of the long-abandoned The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror FastPass distribution area in Disney California Adventure. In January, construction walls went up around the structure. According to the permit, it will be officially converted into an outdoor eating area: DCA – Avenger’s Campus/BLDG #749 – … Read more

runDisney Teases Donald Duck-Themed Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend 2027

A teaser posted by runDisney has revealed the theme for the 2027 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend. Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend 2027 “One of our fine feathered friends thinks race weekend is all about him,” reads text in the video, alongside white feathers and silhouettes of an angry Donald. The Walt Disney World Marathon … Read more

First Look at New and Returning EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival 2026 Menu Items

Disney shared a video preview of various menu items coming to the 2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, including new items. EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival Food Preview Returning from 2023 is the Blackened Fish Slider at the Florida Fresh booth. This is served with fried green tomato and Cajun rémoulade on a … Read more

President Obama’s Basketball Removed From The Hall of Presidents Lobby

Former President Barack Obama’s basketball previously on display in The Hall of Presidents lobby at Magic Kingdom has been removed. Obama’s Basketball Gone The basketball was recently in this cabinet. The display is about the personal lives of the U.S. leaders. It also included a photo of Obama playing basketball, alongside a plaque about his … Read more

Full Details of Tokyo DisneySea 25th Jubilee Blue Memories Experience

Tokyo Disney Resort released more information about the Jubilee Blue Memories souvenir guests will be able to customize during the Tokyo DisneySea 25th anniversary celebration. The offering will be available when the Tokyo DisneySea 25th Sparkling Jubilee begins on April 15, 2026. Jubilee Blue Memories A special themed installation will be available in Mediterranean Harbor. … Read more

Original Song From ‘Hoppers’ Performed by SZA Premiering This Week

A new original song from the new Pixar film Hoppers performed by Grammy winner SZA will premiere this Friday. Hoppers Song The song is called “Save the Day” and will be available wherever you listen to music. Listen to a clip of the song in the Instagram post embedded below. Pixar’s Hoppers Hoppers is directed by … Read more

Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar Refurbishment Delayed to March

Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar interior

The interior refurbishment of Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar at Disneyland Hotel has been delayed by two weeks. We originally reported indoor dining would close on February 17, but it will now be unavailable beginning on March 2. Trader Sam’s Refurbishment The closure will last through spring 2026. Disney previously stated it would reopen in … Read more

President George W. Bush’s ‘Portraits of Courage’ Extended Again at EPCOT

Three portraits in a gallery display: a man in a striped cap (top left), a smiling man (bottom left), and a man with a prosthetic leg golfing (right). Painted frames, neutral wall background. These inspiring "Portraits of Courage" remind visitors of the heroes often celebrated at EPCOT.

Disney has again extended the exhibit featuring portraits of veterans painted by former U.S. President George W. Bush. Guests can see the display in The American Adventure pavilion at EPCOT. Portraits of Courage Extended Portraits of Courage: A Commander in Chief’s Tribute to America’s Warriors debuted in June 2024. Disney later extended it into 2026. … Read more

Disney Princess Athletic Dresses by Her Universe Coming Soon

A new collection of Disney Princess athletic dresses by Her Universe will soon be available on DisneyStore.com. Disney Princess Athletic Dresses by Her Universe The dresses will be available on February 25, 2026. The styles teased on the Disney Store website and social media include Snow White, Belle, Tinker Bell, Ariel, and Cinderella. The dresses … Read more

Construction Permit Filed for Disney’s Port Orleans – French Quarter Splash Pad

A colorful children's water play area with slides and sprayers next to lounge chairs and surrounded by palm trees.

A new construction permit indicates the splash pad at Disney’s Port Orleans – French Quarter may soon be refurbished. Port Orleans Splash Pad Permit The Notice of Commencement is for “General Construction” at the interactive water play area’s address. It was filed by Disney’s Facility Asset Management, which indicates the permit is for maintenance rather than … Read more

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