We now know when Soarin’ Over California at Disneyland Resort will close for the installation of Soarin’ Across America. Soarin’ Over California Closing Date The Soarin’ Over California webpage now states, “Glide above the Golden State’s natural and man-made wonders—February 6 through June 30, 2026.” June 30 will be the last day to experience the … Read more
Magic Key Holders who participate in the Disney California Adventure Park Map Activity can soon get a complimentary opening day Soarin’ Over California attraction poster. Disney California Adventure Park Map Activity The Disney California Adventure Park Map Activity for Magic Key Holders began on March 13 and will be available while supplies last. Magic Key … Read more
On Instagram yesterday, March 13, 2026, Disney Parks released the first of six Soarin’ Over California-inspired artworks. Soarin’ Over California Art The first piece is in a vector-art style. It shows hot air balloons gliding over the vineyards of Napa Valley. It says “Napa Valley Wine Country” at the top. Disney Parks has noted that … Read more
Gay Days puts Orlando 2026 event on hold, Disney removes allergy selection from advanced dining reservations, and Soarin’ Over California projector fails mid-ride — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, February 9, 2026. WDW News Today That’s it for today; we hope you enjoyed this Daily Recap. Thanks for stopping by, … Read more
One of the projection lamps of Soarin’ at Disney California Adventure failed in the middle of a “flight” on Sunday, February 8. Soarin’ Over California returned on Saturday, February 6 for the 25th anniversary of Disney California Adventure. Soarin’ Projector Fails A WDWNT reader shared these photos of the Soarin’ screen during and after their … Read more
Chief Flight Attendant Patrick (Warburton) was spotted in line for Soarin’ Over California on the first day of its return for Disney California Adventure’s 25th Anniversary. Patrick Warburton Goes Soarin’ Over California While waiting for specific seats on Soarin’ Over California for filming reasons, our reporters spotted Warburton, accompanied by his entourage and a VIP … Read more
At EPCOT and Disney California Adventure, “Soarin’ Across America” will debut with all-new scenic vistas across the United States as part of “Disney Celebrates America” for the country’s 250th anniversary, but it will first debut at The Walt Disney World attraction. Soarin’ Across America The new version of Soarin’ will open at Walt Disney World … Read more
Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort will debut a new version of Soarin’ next summer: Soarin’ Across America. To see our full story, visit our Soarin’ Across America premiere page. According to Patrick, Soarin’ Across America will run for a limited time. What do you think of this newest version of Soarin’? Let us … Read more
Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort will debut a new version of Soarin’ next summer: Soarin’ Across America. Soarin’ Across America Soarin’ Across America will premiere at Disney California Adventure in Disneyland Resort and EPCOT in Walt Disney World in the summer of 2026 for America’s 250th anniversary. This new adventure will showcase the … Read more
A patent filed by Disney shows how they plan to improve flying theater attractions like Soarin’ with a greater range of motion. New Soarin’ Patent Disney Imagineer Mark Sumner designed the original Soarin’ mechanism with an Erector Set. The new mechanism references Sumner’s original patent, aiming to improve upon the original design. The updated flying … Read more
Patrick Warburton, known to Disney fans for being the Chief Flight Attendant of Soarin’ and the voice of Kronk in “The Emperor’s New Groove,” recently surprised guests waiting to board Soarin’ Over California at Disney California Adventure. Patrick Warburton Visits Soarin’ Over California Disney shared a video and photos of Warburton appearing in person to … Read more
The 2024 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival kicked off today, and we’ve got your first look inside the Festival Passport; as well as first looks at the new festival merchandise, topiaries, gardens, and more — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Walt Disney World EPCOT New Merchandise … Read more
The limited-time run of Soarin’ Over California has ended at EPCOT and Soarin’ Around the World has returned. Soarin’ Around the World Returns Soarin’ Over California returned to EPCOT for the first time since its 2016 closure in September 2023, as part of the 100 Years of Wonder celebration. The California version stuck around into … Read more
The new Soarin’ Bicoastal Adventures pin is now available at Disneyland Resort after we first found it at Walt Disney World. This series of pins honors attractions that exist at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort, with the first being inspired by Space Mountain. Limited Edition Bicoastal Adventures Soarin’ Pin – $19.99 The pin … Read more
The second pin in the Bicoastal Adventures series available at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort is inspired by Soarin’. This series celebrates attractions that exist on both coasts. The first Bicoastal Adventures pin was inspired by Space Mountain. Limited Edition Bicoastal Adventures Soarin’ Pin – $19.99 Like the Space Mountain pin, this one … Read more
The end date announced for Soarin’ Over California at EPCOT, a new Dooney & Bourke ear headband arrives, and a canceled Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge creature could still be added to the land — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, February 21, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney’s Hollywood … Read more
