Every day, more steel is added to the future Encanto ride building at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Since our last construction update, the building hasn’t grown any taller, but crews added more beams to the framework. Encanto Ride Construction More of the right side of the building has been filled out with steel. Guests will eventually … Read more
New year, new pens! There are some new character pens available now at Walt Disney World, including Minnie and Disney Princesses. We found both at EPCOT. Minnie Mouse Pen – $9.99 In bright pink and red, this pen is all about Minnie Mouse. On top of the pen is a figure of Minnie’s head with … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort released their line-up of 2026 events and dates, including Halloween Horror Nights, Passholder offerings, and holiday celebrations. Universal Orlando Resort 2026 Events *See the full line-up below. Halloween Horror Nights Halloween Horror Nights will be on select nights from August 28 through November 1. The exact dates have not been released. Details … Read more
Dates have been announced for Universal Orlando Resort’s Halloween Horror Nights in 2026. This will be Halloween Horror Nights 35. Halloween Horror Nights 2026 Dates The event will run on select nights from August 28 to November 1 at Universal Studios Florida. Universal hasn’t announced the exact dates. The event boasts quality haunted houses, next-level … Read more
Bridges and nets have returned to the Angola colobus monkey habitat on the Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Scaffolding began to come down from the exhibit in December, but construction walls remain up around the space. Monkey Habitat Refurbishment Over the walls, we could see new prop bridges hanging from the supports at the … Read more
Disney World and Disney Store are offering a special promotion: a free Disney Princess jewelry box by Pandora with the purchase of two products from the Premium Princess Collection. Free Disney Princess Jewelry Box by Pandora The free Pandora Disney Princess jewelry box is a light pink color and in the shape of a storybook. … Read more
A new collection of Disney’s Animal Kingdom merchandise has arrived at Walt Disney World Resort. The collection includes multiple hat options, a throw blanket, and Mickey and Minnie plush. Ball Cap – $32.99 This ball cap is off-white with Disney’s Animal Kingdom wordmark embroidered in colorful lettering across the front. Visor – $36.99 The same … Read more
Disney’s presentation at the Sixth Annual Global Tech & Data Showcase at CES 2026 covered how new technology powers advertising across their portfolio of streaming and live sports. Executives spoke about AI, automation, and planning tools, plus the upcoming launch of short-form vertical videos on Disney+. Disney Advertising Technology “Advertisers are raising the bar for … Read more
The Disney Springs AMC and the Universal CityWalk Hollywood AMC were in the top 10 movie theaters of 2025 based on box office results. Top 10 Movie Theaters AMC DINE-IN Disney Springs 24 was #4 on the list with a box office result of $18.5 million. AMC Universal CityWalk was #8 with $15.1 million. Here … Read more
Walt Disney World has a new “Poutine is My Routine” T-shirt in EPCOT’s Canada Pavilion, coordinating with an entire collection. ‘Poutine is My Routine’ T-Shirt – $36.99 This navy T-shirt for adults features a large design on the front of the shirt. Chip ‘n’ Dale are happily sitting in front of a container of poutine … Read more
Walt Disney World has launched two special ticket offers for Florida residents. The returning Discover Disney Ticket is valid for admission to all four theme parks for as low as $64 per day. A special 2-Day ticket for EPCOT and Disney’s Animal Kingdom is $95 per day. Discover Disney Ticket The Discover Disney Ticket is … Read more
Full menus released for 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, closure date for Tron: Ares overlay at Magic Kingdom, and ride vehicle sinks on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, January 7, 2026. WDW News Today That’s it for today; we hope you enjoyed … Read more
A new motion-activated light-up and talking DJ R-3X action figure has arrived on DisneyStore.com. R-3X originated as the pilot of Star Tours. After the ride changed, he moved to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge — or, according to lore, crash-landed on Batuu. There, he was re-programmed as a DJ who now spins tunes in Oga’s Cantina. DJ … Read more
Two new pins featuring Chip ‘n’ Dale and the Grand Californian Hotel & Spa are now available for purchase at Disneyland Resort. Chip ‘n’ Dale Roasting Marshmallows – $14.99 This pin features Chip ‘n’ Dale roasting marshmallows over a small campfire. Chip has one marshmallow on his stick, while Dale is sticking his tongue out … Read more
A new drink tumbler featuring the geometric “hidden Mickey” motif found in the Downtown Disney District has appeared at the Disneyland Resort. Downtown Disney Hidden Mickey Tumbler – $44.99 The stainless steel Stanley-style tumbler has a mint green handle and lid with an orange straw. The tumbler itself is white and patterned allover with subtle … Read more
Our reporter spotted that Dok Ondar has fallen on hard times, being forced to sell lightsaber parts from nearby Savi’s Workshop at Disney’s Hollywood Studios (or Batuu East). These include parts from the Reclaimed and Reforged series, which were originally exclusive to May the 4th at Walt Disney World and Season of the Force at Disneyland Resort. … Read more