Soon after the permanent closure of “It’s Tough To Be a Bug,” Disney has filed two permits for its replacement, “Zootopia: Better Zoogether!” ‘Zootopia: Better Zoogether’ Construction Permits The first Notice of Commencement is for “Electrical work” at the Tree of Life in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, contracting Solotech. The second Notice of Commencement is for … Read more
The Detroit Tigers MLB (Major League Baseball) team recently visited baby tiger Bakso at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Detroit Tigers Meet Baby Bakso The Disney Parks Blog shared a look at the team visiting Bakso while they’re here training in Florida. Five of the players — Colt Keith, Matt Vierling, Tyler Holton, Will Vest, and Zach … Read more
The new Disney Vacation Club Lounge in Magic Kingdom, dubbed McKim’s Mile House — A Member Lounge, is now open in Magic Kingdom for eligible DVC members. McKim’s Mile House Disney Vacation Club Lounge Now Open Located in Frontierland, this new lounge invites members to relax and recharge in a highly themed space. It takes … Read more
Howdy! Today was a fun and beautiful day in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Magic Kingdom, and the Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. I found a lot of construction throughout the parks and even some fun new merchandise and redesigned merchandise. Good Morning from Disney’s Animal Kingdom This picture really does say it all. My morning started … Read more
A new “The Aristocats” pin showcasing Duchess, Thomas O’Malley, and more arrives at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The Aristocats Pin – $16.99 Starting clockwise, the pin places Thomas O’Malley and Duchess in the middle of the portrait, accompanied by Scat Cat, Duchess’ three kittens Toulouse, Marie, and Berlioz, and rounded out by Billy Boss. Glittery green … Read more
The Walt Disney Imagineering shop Mickey’s of Glendale is coming to Walt Disney World Resort for a one-day D23-exclusive shopping event. Mickey’s of Glendale Walt Disney World Shopping Event The pop-up shop will be at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort on April 12, 2025. D23 Gold Members can purchase tickets online for $15 (+$3 processing fee) … Read more
Howdy! Today, I spent the morning trekking through Disney’s Animal Kingdom and spotted lots of our favorite Disney locals. Later, I walked through Disney Springs, where I came across a few new pins and other fun finds. Good Morning from Disney’s Animal Kingdom Good morning from a beautiful day in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The crowds … Read more
A new Wilderness Explorer-themed MagicBand+ is now available at Walt Disney World. We found the new MagicBand+ at The Dino Institute Shop in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. It is not yet available online from the Disney Store. Wilderness Explorer MagicBand+ – $44.99 The puck at the center of the MagicBand+ features Ellie’s Grape Soda pin surrounded … Read more
The Maharajah Jungle Trek bat exhibit in Disney’s Animal Kingdom has reopened after a short refurbishment. Bat Exhibit Reopens The bat exhibit was closed starting on Monday, February 17. Although the bats page on the Walt Disney World website does not indicate the exhibit is back open, it reopened on Monday, March 10. Through windows, … Read more
Join us live tonight, Sunday, March 9, at 9:00 p.m. ET, or watch ParksCenter anytime on WDWNT.TV. We update you on all of the big things happening in the Disney Parks each week! We cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that are top of mind for the Disney community … Read more
After initially releasing online, the new purple Mickey Molded Loungefly bag is now available at Walt Disney World. We found the bag for sale in Keystone Clothiers at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Purple Mickey Molded Loungefly Bag – $89 This unique bag is molded to emulate Mickey Mouse’s face. The outer shell of the bag is … Read more
A new droidsmith Audio-Animatronic named Otto, the same species as Babu Frik, was revealed at the Disney Experiences session at SXSW 2025, sitting atop a BDX Droid. Droidsmith Otto Audio-Animatronic Appears at SXSW The tiny droidsmith made his appearance in the first portion of the session, focusing on Lucasfilm’s collaborations with Disney Experiences. He arrived … Read more
Gideon’s Bakehouse is letting the good times roll for a limited time in Disney Springs with the debut of a new “bonus cookie” — the King Cake Sugar Cookie. This new cookie is available from today, Friday, March 7, through Sunday, March 9 only. There is a purchase limit of two per person, and the … Read more
Howdy! Today was a much-needed relaxing day in Magic Kingdom. After the hustle and bustle of the Flower and Garden Festival in EPCOT yesterday, I decided to start my morning with the destruction of Dino-Rama, then spent the rest of the afternoon in Magic Kingdom. Good Morning from Disney’s Animal Kingdom Good morning from Disney’s … Read more
The iconic Cementosaurus of DinoLand U.S.A. is now extinct. The towering dino has finally been torn down ahead of the land’s transformation into the Tropical Americas expansion. Cementosaurus Goes Extinct The Cementosaurus was demolished overnight. It once towered over the rest of DinoLand U.S.A. and acted as an entrance to Chester & Hester’s Dino-Rama. All … Read more
Join us live tonight, Sunday, March 2, at 9:00 p.m. ET, or watch ParksCenter anytime on WDWNT.TV. We update you on all of the big things happening in the Disney Parks each week! We cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that are top of mind for the Disney community—all … Read more