A temporary Kendra Scott pop-up shop opened at Disney Springs this weekend for the launch of Scott’s first-ever Disney Parks designs. Kendra Scott Pop-Up The pop-up took over the former Volcom storefront, where a temporary holiday art gallery was located for the past two months. The pop-up was open from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. … Read more
Patrick Warburton, known for voicing Kronk in The Emperor’s New Groove and Mayor Winddancer in Zootopia 2, and for playing Patrick the flight attendant in the Soarin’ pre-show, will be a Mardi Gras king this year with the Bacchus krewe in New Orleans. Patrick Warburton Crowned Mardi Gras King The 32-float Bacchus parade is known … Read more
Sparkle lovers, this is for you: a new trio of Her Universe character tops covered in sequins has landed at Magic Kingdom. Minnie, Daisy, and Maleficent are featured. Daisy Duck Sequined Top – $59.99 All the tops are short-sleeved with a boxy, sports jersey-inspired fit. The Daisy Duck top is covered in dark pink sequins. … Read more
Join Tom Corless for a complete tour of WDWNT Celebration’s Museum, featuring props, artwork, memorabilia, and more from the Disney Parks around the world. Learn the history of iconic attractions such as The Great Movie Ride, MuppetVision 3D, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, Extraterrorestrial Alien Encounter, and much more in this guided museum walkthrough. Parkhive … Read more
South Florida company Accesso has officially purchased a site near Walt Disney World for its new entertainment district, Ovation Orlando. Accesso paid over $70 million in the deal, which was finalized on December 30. Ovation Orlando The district will be 670,000 square feet of retail, dining (including musical themed restaurants), live music, 740 hotel rooms … Read more
Disney and LEGO have announced the new LEGO SMART Play platform featuring new Star Wars building sets. For the first time, LEGO builds will be able to “respond to how they are played with.” LEGO SMART Featuring Star Wars The new system is comprised of three platform elements: LEGO SMART Brick, LEGO SMART Tags, and … Read more
Disney+ shared that four animated miniseries spanning Pixar, Star Wars, and Marvel have been nominated for multiple Annie Awards, including “Best TV Media – Limited Series” across the board. Four Disney+ Series Nominated for Annie Awards Disney+ announced the news in a thread on its official X account: Pixar’s ‘Win or Lose’ Pixar’s first original … Read more
A new mug available online celebrates 30 years of Muppet Treasure Island. It’s recently been spotted in the parks, but at a higher price. Muppet Treasure Island Mug – $24.99 The mug is stoneware but shaped and textured like a wooden barrel with silver metallic hardware. The handle also looks like wood with metal supports. … Read more
Walt Disney Imagineering filed a permit for new signage at Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin in Magic Kingdom. The ride has been closed for a major overhaul since the summer. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Permit The Notice of Commencement contracts Design Communications to “Install signage” at the Tomorrowland ride’s address. Design Communications has also … Read more
WDWNT’s YouTube presence is expanding! We are launching two new YouTube channels: WDWNT POV, for park content, and The Parkhive, for Disney history. WDWNT POV YouTube Channel All park content from Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort, and other Disney Destinations around the world are moving from our main WDWNT YouTube Channel to this new channel. … Read more
The classic Jungle Cruise attraction has reopened at Magic Kingdom, after the seasonal Jingle Cruise had returned for the holiday season at Disney World. Jungle Cruise Reopens at Magic Kingdom The calendar on the Jungle Cruise webpage indicated that the ride would reopen on January 2, 2026. Our reporter confirmed the original attraction has returned … Read more
After the addition of queue markers, signage, kitchen appliances, and the return of the domino benches near the restrooms, it looks as if the new snack kiosk at Toy Story Land could open very soon. A cash register was just installed, and we spotted coolers. Toy Story Land Snack Kiosk Construction The air conditioning unit … Read more
Disney has announced the streaming date and released the poster for Disneyland Handcrafted, a documentary film about the creation of Disneyland featuring rare archival footage and audio recordings. It’s directed by Leslie Iwerks, granddaughter of Ub Iwerks. Disneyland Handcrafted Release Date Disneyland Handcrafted will begin streaming on Disney+ and Disney YouTube on January 22, 2026. … Read more
Just in time for the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend, runDisney is launching a new core collection. It includes apparel and accessories. New runDisney Core Collection This pullover and jogger will launch at Marketplace Co-Op in Disney Springs starting on January 9. They are heathered black with trim featuring the runDisney tagline: “Every mile is … Read more
Diamond Horseshoe will receive its first show in over 20 years, with Jessie’s Roundup. Craft, dance, and yodel your hearts out in this western revue. Toy Story Pals at Diamond Horseshoe Just for Cool Kids’ Summer, pals from Toy Story are ready for a rootin’ tootin’ good time at the Diamond Horseshoe in Liberty Square … Read more
Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach water parks will once again be open simultaneously during the summer. Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach Operating Simultaneously As previously announced, Typhoon Lagoon will close for refurbishment and Blizzard Beach will reopen in February. Both parks will then be open at the same time from May 26 through September … Read more