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Stardust Racers Death on Latest Theme Park Injury Report, Plus Incidents at Incredible Hulk, Typhoon Lagoon, and More

The Stardust Racers train with empty seats speeds down a yellow track, testing before reopening amid greenery and mist.

The latest Florida theme park injury report includes the guest who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe. Theme Park Injury Report Major Florida theme parks are required to self-report guest injuries to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, which then publishes a quarterly report of the incidents. The most recent update … Read more

Marvel Confirms VisionQuest Series & More: Daily Recap (10/11/25)

Collage: Marvel Vision Quest logo, Disney characters, hotel lobby, and a man waving at a Disney park—Daily Recap.

Hallmark has shared a collection of 75 Disney ornaments in their annual Keepsake Ornament Debut, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort lobby has reopened, and Jeff Vahle has been appointed to the UCF board of trustees— all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, October 11, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney Springs Walt Disney World … Read more

Banana Ball Coming to Walt Disney World: Daily Recap (10/9/25)

A Disney collage: baseball glove with coconut, man in white, two park restaurants, and a Banana Ball sign at Walt Disney World.

Banana Ball is coming to Walt Disney World in 2026, Cake Bake Shop has a special $200 Santa dinner, Gordon Ramsay is teaming up with Earl of Sandwich at Downtown Disney, and price increases hit California Grill at the Contemporary Resort — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, October 9, 2025. … Read more

Super Nintendo World Universal Orlando Passholder Button Revealed

A Super Nintendo World button with Mario raising his fist, set on a red card with bold white letters and #UOAP, not Disney castle themed.

The final Epic Universe-inspired Universal Orlando Resort Annual Passholder-exclusive button has been revealed and will be available starting this week. Super Nintendo World UOAP Button As previously teased, this button is based on Super Nintendo World at Epic Universe. It features Mario in front of Mt. Beanpole with fireworks and the Super Nintendo World logo. … Read more

Celestial-Themed Water Light Wand Arrives at Epic Universe

A hand holds a glowing Celestial-Themed Water Light Wand in packaging, with Epic Universe flowers and shelves behind.

A new celestial-themed water light wand toy is now available at Epic Universe, fitting in perfectly with Celestial Park. Water Light Wand Toy – $27 The water light wand toy is branded specifically for Epic Universe. The handle is dark blue with goldtone curved lines and sculpted stars. The body of the wand is clear … Read more

Price Increases Hit Across the Parks: Daily Recap (10/8/25)

Daily recap collage: Walt Disney World annual pass, EPCOT Frozen Ever After, Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom, and a Lightning Lane sign.

Both Disneyland and Walt Disney World have increased prices across the board, Frozen Ever After at EPCOT is getting new animatronics, and so many new food items to review — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, October 8, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney’s Animal Kingdom … Read more

Epic Universe Adds More Signage for Monster Makeup Experience to Celestial Park & Dark Universe

Wooden cabinet with Monster Makeup Experience signage, masks, props, and an arrow pointing left at Epic Universe.

Even more signs have been added to various locations across Epic Universe, not just in Dark Universe, to advertise the Monster Makeup Experience. What is the Monster Makeup Experience? The Monster Makeup Experience is a separately-purchased activity, during which professional makeup artists transform guests into a monster of their choice using face paint and accessories. … Read more

Harry Potter Christmas at Hogwarts Merch Collection Arrives at Epic Universe

Four images show Harry Potter Christmas merch, like stockings and sweaters, at a store filled with Hogwarts magic.

A new line of holiday merchandise items inspired by Harry Potter, called the Christmas at Hogwarts collection, has arrived at Universal Orlando Resort. Gloves – $30 The first new item is a pair of fingerless gloves. The gloves are made of a warm, knit-style fabric with a hole for each thumb and elastic bands at … Read more

Even More Zelda Master Sword Apparel Arrives at Epic Universe

A black hat and t-shirt with gold Zelda Apparel designs, featuring the Hylian Crest and Master Sword.

Even more apparel items themed to Zelda have arrived in Epic Universe, following the merchandise collection and keychain we found in the park over the past few months. Zelda Shirt – $33 The first new item is this black T-shirt with a standard loose fit. The front is mostly plain, apart from some printed art … Read more

Stardust Racers Reopens, Universal Updates Safety Guidelines: Daily Recap (10/4/25)

Collage of theme park rides, smiling man, lively bar, park guides, and a daily recap of Universal Orlando and Disney landmarks.

The family of the guest who passed away after riding Stardust Racers has responded to plans for reopening the attraction, Josh D’Amaro is considered the frontrunner to become Disney CEO after Bob Iger, and Universal Orlando Resort has updated several safety and accessibility guidelines fore the newly-reopened Stardust Racers — all this and more in … Read more

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