Shannen Ace 
Walt Disney World has sent cease and desist letters to several unauthorized third-party businesses who operated at the resort, forcing these businesses to change their operations. Disney Forcing Businesses to End Resort Operations The third-party operators include private photographers, personal chefs, stylists, hotel room decorators, and more. Many come from the Ear For Each Other … Read more
Cotino Bay Beach, Dining and Shops will open at the first Storyliving by Disney community this fall. Cotino Bay Beach, Dining and Shops The area will offer “a curated mix of premier experiences” including restaurant Elevare, locally owned On the Mark Fine Foods & Provisions and Khaga Yoga, and the first U.S. location of Canadian-based … Read more
Disney filed a permit for drainage improvements at Oga’s Cantina in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland. The bar is currently closed for a timeline shift that will affect the Oga’s Cantina backstory. Oga’s Cantina Construction The permit description reads: Tenant Improvement: Saw cut concrete around existing bar to install new floor drains and scupper-style … Read more
Comcast released their fourth quarter 2025 earnings, including $2.9 billion in revenue for Universal theme parks. This is up 22% from Q4 2024 thanks to Epic Universe, which opened in May 2025. Universal Theme Park Revenue The adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization) for theme parks increased 24% to $1.035 billion. Comcast’s … Read more
DJ and producer Zedd officially takes over Space Fantasy – The Ride at Universal Studios Japan starting on Friday, January 30. Universal Studios Japan provided a first look at the limited-time attraction overlay during a press preview on Thursday. Space Fantasy – The Ride: CLUB ZEDD REMIX Zedd experienced the ride during the preview and said: … Read more
Movie theaters have announced the novelties they will have available for the release of Disney and Pixar’s Hoppers. The film will be in theaters on March 6, 2026, and tickets are available now. AMC Theatres At AMC Theatres, there will be a Tom Lizard Bucket patterned with lizards, available with a regular popcorn. The Hoppers … Read more
Tokyo Disney Resort announced a more specific opening timeframe for their new Wreck-It Ralph attraction. They originally announced it would open in 2026 or later. Tokyo Disneyland Wreck-It Ralph Ride The Wreck-It-Ralph attraction will open in spring 2027 at Tokyo Disneyland. The shooting ride replaces Buzz Lightyear’s Astro Blasters, which closed in October 2024. The … Read more
Happily Ever After, the nighttime fireworks show at Magic Kingdom, has been slightly modified due to the Cinderella Castle repainting project. Happily Ever After Altered The show’s fireworks, pyrotechnics, and projections all remain intact. However, the show is not currently using lasers. This is most obvious during the “Friend Like Me” sequence, which usually features … Read more
A trio of new tiny Loungefly backpacks to clip to your mini Loungefly backpacks are now available at Walt Disney World. These join Loungefly backpack mystery charms and Disney’s own tiny backpack charms. Sequined Minnie Backpack Bag Charm – $25 This little backpack is covered in rose gold sequins. It has a textured metallic gold … Read more
Space Mountain at Magic Kingdom briefly tested a single rider queue on Tuesday, January 27. Space Mountain Single Rider Test According to cast members, the test only took place from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Tuesday morning. More tests will likely be run in the coming days and weeks depending on crowd levels. Usually, … Read more
Tables have been removed from outside Capt. Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort due to ongoing construction work. Polynesian Resort Construction The tables used to be along this walkway, where there are now temporary yellow squares. The quick-service restaurant remains open with seating indoors. The yellow squares cover small holes in the ground where the … Read more
The Fairytale Love Latte has returned to Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company at Walt Disney World Resort. This Valentine’s Day-inspired latte is only available for a limited time. Fairytale Love Latte – $5.75 Espresso, choice of milk, caramel syrup, coconut syrup, and mocha sauce topped with whipped cream and sprinkles The espresso pairs nicely with … Read more
Little Words Project will host another Disney Springs pop-up during the Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend next month. Little Words Project Princess Pop-Up The pop-up will be at Marketplace Co-Op in Disney Springs on the following dates and times: At the pop-up, guests will be able to build their own bead kit and shop limited … Read more
The winners of Super Bowl LX will visit Disneyland Resort the day after the big game, on Monday, February 9, 2026. Super Bowl LX Winners Going to Disneyland It’s tradition for Super Bowl winners to visit either Disneyland Resort or Walt Disney World Resort, usually determined by which resort is closer to the game. Super … Read more
The Disney Afternoon Collection will soon be available on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. The package includes the original six video games, plus two additional games. Disney Afternoon Collection The collection will be released for digital download on the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on February 26, 2026, with physical copies coming later. The … Read more
Walt Disney World honored cast members with employment anniversaries during their annual Disney Service Celebration this week. They later shared photos and stories from the celebration. Disney Cast Member Service Celebration Disney rolled out the red carpet for cast members and their loved ones at Magic Kingdom on Tuesday evening, January 27. They enjoyed after-hours … Read more
