Tarps Appear Above Pirates of the Caribbean Tavern at Magic Kingdom

People stand near a patio covered with plastic sheets and red tape. A brown fence is in the foreground, and a house with a red-tiled roof is in the background.

Visible tarps offer insight into construction of the new Pirates of the Caribbean lounge at Magic Kingdom. Pirates of the Caribbean Lounge Construction The transparent tarps peek above the construction walls outside Plaza del Sol Caribe Bazaar. There has barely been construction visible above these walls in the past several months. The tarps are taped … Read more

BREAKING: Droidsmith Otto Audio-Animatronic Revealed at SXSW 2025

A puppet of a creature in a brown cloak skillfully operates a small stage vehicle adorned with glowing lights, reminiscent of Otto's craftsmanship, set against a dark background.

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

Imagineer Wants ‘Real’ Lightsaber to Become a Toy You Can Actually Buy

Rey with a blue lightsaber on Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

Disney Research Fellow and Imagineer Lanny Smoot has expressed the possibility of turning Rey’s “real” lightsaber from Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser into a toy you can actually buy, according to a report from The Verge. Imagineer Wants Retractable Lightsaber to Be a Toy The “real” lightsaber was first revealed in 2021 with a teaser video … Read more

Disney Reveals First Suspended Coaster Inspired by ‘Monsters Inc.’ Doors Scene

Animated characters Sulley and Mike from Monsters, Inc. are escaping through a door on a roller-coaster-like track, akin to a suspended coaster, while riders in yellow seats watch the scene. A child is held by Sulley.

The new “Monsters, Inc.” land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will have a coaster inspired by the first film’s famous doors sequence. Monsters, Inc. Door Coaster The “Monsters, Inc.” land will be set after the events of Pixar’s 2001 film. Humans are invited to visit Monstropolis and tour the laugh factor, where they will zoom through … Read more

BREAKING: First-Ever Monsters, Inc. Land Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios

People enjoying a lively theme park at Disney's Hollywood Studios with a large blue and purple monster character, various shops, and a street filled with vibrant decorations and excited visitors.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios will get the world’s first-ever “Monsters, Inc.” land, Disney announced at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. Monsters, Inc. Land Billy Crystal, the voice of Mike Wazowski, came on stage at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event to announce the Monsters, Inc. news. Roz also appeared via the big screen. Crystal performed … Read more

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Animatronics to Have Physical Faces, Cast Member Looks for Parents of Child Who Attacks Stormtrooper in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, & More: Daily Recap (1/17/24)

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

BREAKING: Disney Imagineering Showcases Incredible ‘HoloTile Floor’ Which Could Change VR & Theme Park Experiences Forever

Walt Disney Imagineering has revealed an exciting new piece of technology called the “HoloTile floor” in a video celebrating Disney Research Fellow and Imagineer Lanny Smoot’s induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame. Walt Disney Imagineering Reveals ‘HoloTile Floor’ In the video, Smoot gives a quick demonstration of the new tech. The floor is … Read more

‘There’s More To Come:’ Disney Live Entertainment Executive Steve Davison Teases More Drone Shows Coming to Disney Parks

Grand shows utilizing drones to create imagery in the night sky could soon be introduced to more Disney Parks across the globe. Disney Live Entertainment Parades and Spectaculars Executive Steve Davison recently spoke about Walt Disney Imagineering’s already-present and growing interest in the technology, stating “drones are the next thing.” Disney Executive Teases More Drone … Read more

PHOTOS: First Look at Louis Audio-Animatronic in Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

During this morning’s Disney Parks panel at Destination D23, Josh D’Amaro showed off the first look at the Louis animatronic that will be present in the upcoming attraction, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. First Look at Louis Audio-Animatronic The animatronic is not fully finished, but you can see the top of Louis’ head. Here’s a wider shot … Read more

Reedy Creek Firefighters Call CFTOD Removing Walt Disney World Annual Pass Benefits a ‘Low Blow,’ Stormalong Bay & Shipwreck Pool Closing for Five Months, & More: Daily Recap (8/23/23)

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, August 23, 2023. Walt Disney World Disney’s … Read more