Hogsmeade Stage Closes for Annual Refurbishment at Universal Orlando Resort

Walls have gone up around the Hogsmeade Stage for its annual refurbishment. But worry not, Muggles! The Frog Choir and students from the Beauxbatons and Durmstrang schools will be available for a unique photo opportunity instead! Hogsmeade Stage’s signature rock juts out just above the walls. A new chain fence prevents guests from jumping the … Read more

VIDEO: ‘Momentous’ Nighttime Spectacular Debuts at Hong Kong Disneyland

The newest in Disney’s oeuvre of nighttime spectaculars, “Momentous”, has finally debuted at Hong Kong Disneyland! And thanks to our friends at Disney Magical Kingdom Blog, we have a full video of the new nighttime spectacular! A special ceremony was also held featuring words from Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong SAR Government, and … Read more

New ‘Lightyear,’ ‘Lilo & Stitch’ 20th Anniversary, Cars Land 10th Anniversary, and More Pins Arrive at Disneyland Resort

Several new limited edition and limited release pins, including pins for the release of “Lightyear” and the 20th anniversary of “Lilo & Stitch” arrived at Disneyland Resort this week. We found most of these in 20th Century Music Co. at Disneyland. Limited Release “Lightyear” Pin – $17.99 This pin features Buzz Lightyear and his robot … Read more

Darth Vader Returns to Tomorrowland in Disneyland for Limited Time

As part of the promotion for “Obi-Wan Kenobi,” currently airing weekly on Disney+, Darth Vader has returned to Tomorrowland in Disneyland for a limited time. He started greeting guests on June 12. Vader can be found in Star Wars Launch Bay. A PhotoPass photographer is with Darth Vader. Unfortunately, Vader doesn’t do much. He had … Read more

Walt Disney Imagineering Move to Lake Nona Delayed to 2026

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The Walt Disney Company has delayed their plan to move Walt Disney Imagineering, consumer products, and other departments to Lake Nona until mid-2026. The move was previously planned to be completed next year, 2023. This announcement came at an all-hands-on-deck meeting today. Some employees were already searching for homes and are understandably upset about the … Read more

New Rechargeable Darth Sidious Legacy Lightsaber Hilt Available at Disneyland

The Darth Sidious legacy lightsaber hilt is now available at Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland. Disney announced this hilt at Star Wars Celebration last month. This is the first legacy lightsaber hilt to be rechargeable. Darth Sidious Legacy Lightsaber Hilt – $159.99 This hilt is mainly silver, with long … Read more