Slinky Dog Dash is once again operating at Disney’s Hollywood Studios after several days of extended downtime. Slinky Dog Dash Reopens The roller coaster was closed for several hours on Friday, August 28 and Saturday, August 29. It never opened on Monday, August 31; Tuesday, September 1; and Wednesday, September 2. On Thursday morning, it opened with the … Read more
A large Pixar ball has arrived at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It’s one of several pieces of D23 merchandise that celebrate the 40th anniversary of Pixar. Pixar Ball – $19.99 The yellow ball is 10″ in diameter and features the classic blue stripe and red star from Pixar. The design matches the iconic ball seen in … Read more
After briefly opening this morning, Slinky Dog Dash at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is once again closed. Slinky Dog Dash Closed The roller coaster was closed for several hours on Friday and Saturday, then never opened on Monday, August 31; Tuesday, September 1; and Wednesday, September 2. On Thursday morning, it opened with the park for early … Read more
Slinky Dog Dash at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is now open after being closed for the majority of this week. Slinky Dog Dash Reopens After experiencing hours of downtime on Friday and Saturday, the coaster was closed all day on Monday, August 31; Tuesday, September 1; and Wednesday, September 2. On Thursday, September 3, it opened … Read more
Slinky Dog Dash at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is closed for the third day in a row after several hours of downtime in the days before. We caught photos of a ride vehicle stuck at the second launch. Slinky Dog Dash We stopped by the roller coaster and though Cast Members could not tell us the … Read more
Slinky Dog Dash, the Toy Story Land roller coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, is closed for the third day in a row. Slinky Dog Dash Closure The unscheduled downtime began on Monday, August 31. It didn’t open that day or on Tuesday, September 1. As of writing, it has not opened on Wednesday, September 2. … Read more
Walt Disney Imagineering has filed another permit for Alien Swirling Saucers at Disney’s Hollywood Studios after loading procedures recently changed—this time to install signage. Alien Swirling Saucers Sign Permit The permit contracts Design Communications Ltd. Recently, the company has also created signage for the reimagined Animation Courtyard, updated Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, and revamped Buzz … Read more
Boarding Alien Swirling Saucers has become a little more orderly with the introduction of assigned rocket numbers. New Loading Rules A numbered loading system is now in use on Alien Swirling Saucers at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Cast Members assign each waiting party a number before they enter the ride platform. Guests then proceed to the … Read more
After being announced back in May, Toy Story Land characters at Disney’s Hollywood Studios have finally donned their Toy Story 5 accessories. We spotted Woody, Buzz, and Jessie in their upgraded costumes on Wednesday. Toy Story 5 Meet and Greets Woody has turned a human bandanna into a poncho. Jessie wears the sheriff badge Woody … Read more
In celebration of Toy Story 5 and 40 years of Pixar, Disney shared quotes from some of the Toy Story Land Cast Members who bring Pixar’s stories to life every day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Cast Members Talk About Their Pixar Stories “Since childhood, my favorite Pixar movie has always been Toy Story 2, and my … Read more
Disney has filed a new permit that affects the Alien Swirling Saucer attraction in Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Alien Swirling Saucer Permit Filed Filed on May 28, 2026, the permit is for Icarus Exhibits, Inc. to “install set elements” at 200 Ascot Drive, Bay Lake, Florida 32830, the location of Alien Swirling … Read more
Some areas of Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios are beginning to show signs of natural weathering and aging, particularly around the Slinky Dog Dash roller coaster and the oversized glider display near the exit of Toy Story Mania. Toy Story Land While the colorful land still remains one of the most visually striking … Read more
The final scrim has come down from Woody’s Lunch Box at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, marking the completion of a project that began over four years ago. Woody’s Lunch Box Construction is Done The scrim was around this column at the corner of the roof. With the scrim gone, we can see that the column has … Read more
New promotional banners for Toy Story 5 have been installed outside Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Toy Story 5 Banners in Toy Story Land The new banners have appeared on several lamp posts lining the entrance walkway into Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Each banner promotes the latest film in the … Read more
After being removed to accommodate the construction of a popcorn and snacks stand, the Toy Story Land entrance sign has been reinstalled in a new location at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World. Toy Story Land Sign Reinstalled The colorful Toy Story Land sign was removed in July 2025 to make way for the … Read more
Disney has shared an updated video with aerial footage of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, featuring multiple scenic shots of the park during both daytime and nighttime. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Aerial Footage Hollywood Studios is home to many themed areas filled with beloved attractions, from the thrills of Rise of the Resistance in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to classic … Read more
