Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar Closing for Interior Refurbishment
Disneyland Resort has confirmed that Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar at the Disneyland Hotel will soon close its indoor space for refurbishment.
Disney May Rebuild Humunga Kowabunga Slide at Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
A new permit suggests the Humunga Kowabunga slide(s) at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park will be rebuilt. Humunga Kowabunga Slide The Notice of Commencement calls for general construction at Humunga Kowabunga, contracting ProSlide Technology, Inc. ProSlide is not only an expert in water slide design and construction — the company built the original and 1990s versions … Read more
Ride Vehicle Sinks on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland
A Disneyland guest shared their wetter-than-expected experience on a sinking log on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland.
Chicken Strips Entrée Removed From Online Menus at Two Disney World Restaurants, But You Can Still Order Them
Two restaurants at Walt Disney World have removed the Chicken Strips adult entrée from their online and mobile ordering menus. However, they can still be ordered at the restaurants. Chicken Strips Adult Entrees Removed At Rosie’s All-American Café, the adult chicken strips entrée has been removed from the online menu. However, the physical menu has … Read more
Vintage Housewares Reproductions Join Disneyland 70th Vault Collection Merchandise
Disneyland has gone back into the vault for some retro-inspired housewares, the latest additions to the Disneyland 70th Anniversary merchandise lineup. Disneyland 70th Anniversary Vault Collection Decorative Tray – $39.99 This brass-colored metal tray is a reproduction of a vintage merchandise piece. It features seven circular indentations (ostensibly to hold the matching glasses, which we … Read more
Rapunzel and Flynn Rider Cast in Live-Action ‘Tangled’ Movie
Disney has shared the official casting of Rapunzel and Flynn Rider in the upcoming live-action version of Tangled. Live-Action Rapunzel and Flynn Rider Cast Disney announced the news on their X account: Teagan Croft and Milo Manheim are Rapunzel and Flynn Rider in the live-action reimagining of Disney’s Tangled. Coming only to theaters. Australian actress … Read more
Closure Date for Tron: Ares Overlay at Magic Kingdom
The Tron: Ares overlay at the Magic Kingdom now has a closure date. The overlay, which made its debut in September, will end about four months after it first began running on September 15 at Walt Disney World. Tron: Ares Overlay Ending The overlay will end on January 19 at Magic Kingdom. The overlay inspired by … Read more
Class Action Lawsuit Claims Disney & ESPN is Tracking Users Without Consent
A new class action lawsuit filed against Disney claims ESPN is using trackers that violate California privacy law. Abdullah v. Disney Saleha Abdullah filed the lawsuit in California federal court on December 26, alleging ESPN.com’s use of tracking technology to collect user data without consent violates California’s Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA). The collected data … Read more
Toy Story Land Pepperoni Pizza Spring Rolls Rival Magic Kingdom Versions
The new Toy Story Land snack kiosk is open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and the menu includes Pizza Planet Spring Rolls. The spring rolls sounded similar to the Pepperoni Pizza Spring Rolls at Magic Kingdom but we had to know if they were exactly the same. The snack kiosk also offers popcorn, churros, ice cream, … Read more
Another Permit Filed for Muppets Transformation of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster at Walt Disney World
A new Notice of Commencement has been filed for the upcoming Muppets retheme of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Notice of Commencement to Install Set Elements The new permit, filed in Orange County today (January 7, 2026), contracts Walt Disney Imagineering vendor Jon Richards Company to “install set elements” at the Hollywood … Read more
Capybara Mystery Figures Featuring Lotso & Winnie the Pooh at EPCOT China Pavilion
A set of mystery figurines available in the China pavilion of EPCOT include two familiar faces: Lotso from Toy Story 3 and Winnie the Pooh. Rocking Chair Blind Box Figurines – $14.95 These “capybara” blind boxes are in the pavilion’s large gift shop, House of Good Fortune. Each box includes one animal figure relaxing in … Read more
runDisney Merchandise Tour at the 2026 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Expo
The 2026 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend has officially begun and the runDisney Health & Fitness Expo is now open. Guests can attend the expo with a virtual queue throughout the weekend to pick up their race bibs and purchase merchandise. runDisney Expo Location & Hours The expo is at the ESPN Wide World of … Read more
Construction Walls Up in Harambe Market at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
There are now construction walls and black scrim in the middle of Harambe Market at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The quick-service location is closed to become a burgers and chicken nuggets quick-service restaurant. Harambe Market Construction Despite being closed for two and a half months, there have been no visible signs of construction at Harambe Market. … Read more
Featurette Reveals How ‘The Imagineering Story’ Built the Foundation for ‘Disneyland Handcrafted’
A new Disneyland Handcrafted interview featurette reveals how director Leslie Iwerks’ family’s Disney legacy led her to seek out the Imagineering stories that hadn’t been told. Leslie Iwerks on ‘Disneyland Handcrafted’ Disneyland Handcrafted director Leslie Iwerks is descended from two Disney Legends, her grandfather Ub Iwerks and father Don Iwerks. With a childhood spent roaming … Read more
More Disney At Home Merchandise Available at Walt Disney World
Several new pieces of the “Disney At Home” collection have arrived at Walt Disney World, including bowls, coasters, a pitcher, and more. They are at both Celebrity 5 &10 in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Emporium in Magic Kingdom. Throw Pillow – $49.99 The “HOME” throw pillow has a Mickey icon for the letter “O.” It … Read more
Show Your Love For the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror With New T-Shirt
A new vintage-style shirt celebrating The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror is now available. We found it at Rock Around the Shop on Sunset Boulevard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, though it will likely be made available at other shops throughout the park. The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror T-Shirt – $32.99 This white shirt has … Read more