Construction walls have gone up and crews have installed the first elements of a Sleeping Beauty Castle-inspired sculpture coming to the Disneyland Resort esplanade. 70th Anniversary Sculpture Construction The sculpture, honoring the 70th anniversary of Disneyland Park, will be in the center of the esplanade between Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. Supports for the sculpture … Read more
The Volcom store at Disney Springs has permanently closed after its operator filed for bankruptcy earlier this year. Volcom Closed All Volcom signage was removed from the facade near World of Disney in Town Center. The logo-shaped lamps are gone from either side of the storefront’s windows. The windows have black tarps covering them from … Read more
Josh D’Amaro will participate in the MoffettNathanson Media, Internet & Communications Conference next month. The Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products will participate in a question-and-answer session at the conference on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at approximately 9:40 a.m. ET/ 6:40 a.m. PT. The Q&A will stream live at www.disney.com/investors. CEO Bob Iger participated in … Read more
A few Duffy & Friends items have made their way to Storyland Boutique in Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort. These items are originally from Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Hawai’i, and feature ‘Olu Mel and CookieAnn. CookieAnn Plush – $35 CookieAnn is a yellow dog who loves to cook. The plush wears … Read more
The broken doorway of Keystone Clothiers at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has received new theming over two and a half years after it collapsed, although work isn’t wrapped up. Keystone Clothiers Construction There is now marble green theming on the top of the doorway. This is the side entrance to the gift shop — the other entrances … Read more
WWE announced a new Universal Orlando Resort sweepstakes, including a visit to the new Epic Universe theme park and the opportunity to meet Cody Rhodes. WWE Universal Orlando Resort Sweepstakes The grand prize includes a 5-day, 4-night trip to Universal Orlando Resort for the winner and three guests. They’ll get round-trip airfare to Orlando, ground … Read more
Just in time for Star Wars Day, a.k.a. May the 4th, a new “Star Wars” May the Force Be with You Spirit Jersey is now available online from the Disney Store. ‘Star Wars’ May the Force Be with You Spirit Jersey – $79.99 This black Spirit Jersey features an all-over galactic print of stars, with … Read more
Half of the construction walls are gone from inside The Seas pavilion of EPCOT, revealing few significant changes. The Seas Construction There were previously construction walls on the left side of the pavilion’s aquarium space, between the manatee viewing area and the exit of The Seas With Nemo & Friends. The walls blocked access to … Read more
Joining the Loungefly backpack and ball cap that arrived earlier this month is a collection of apparel, kitchenware, and more celebrating Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We found all items in Mickey’s of Hollywood, which is located on Hollywood Boulevard, across from Celebrity 5 & 10. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Merchandise Crop Top – $34.99 This baggy crop … Read more
The second-story walls of the former Tortilla Jo’s and Taqueria have been torn down to make way for new eateries at Downtown Disney District in Disneyland Resort. Tortilla Jo’s Demolition The last remaining walls on the top half of the building have been demolished since our last update, leaving just a framework. Crews have started … Read more
A new Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort merchandise collection featuring Mickey and Minnie is available at Walt Disney World Resort. The collection includes apparel, tumblers, a Loungefly mini backpack, and more. The merchandise is at the resort’s gift shop, Calypso Trading Post. The artwork matches previously released merchandise. Loungefly Mini Backpack – $90 Mickey and Minnie … Read more
Walt Disney World has a brand new collared sweatshirt inspired by Orange Bird. Disney created the little bird for the 1971 opening of Magic Kingdom as a mascot for the Florida Citrus Commission, which sponsored Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room and Sunshine Tree Terrace in Adventureland. Orange Bird Collared Sweatshirt – $69.99 The sweatshirt is … Read more
More construction walls are up in the lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, forcing check-in to move. Grand Floridian Lobby Remodel Crews removed the lobby’s iconic birdcage earlier this month — the first step in a major remodel of the space that will include the construction of a birdcage-inspired bar. In addition to the construction walls … Read more
This summer marks 40 years of “Back to the Future” and Universal Orlando Resort has a new collection of merchandise honoring the milestone. Back to the Future 40th Anniversary Merchandise The new merchandise includes items from Universal’s UNIVRS brand. Items are available at various merchandise kiosks and Five & Dime in Universal Studios Florida. UNIVRS … Read more
Epic Universe preview tickets are now available for all guests to purchase, Walt Disney World teased a possible Maleficent Annual Passholder magnet, and guests at Universal Fan Fest Nights can meet characters from One Piece — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Tuesday, April 29, 2025. Walt Disney World Walt Disney World … Read more
Howdy! Today, I spent the morning in EPCOT before resort hopping. I found new limited edition pins, The Seas lost a few construction walls, and there were a few weird and even fun finds throughout the day. Monorail Mornings Good morning from the Walt Disney World monorail. I stand by the fact that a quiet … Read more