🏰 Theme Parks
The latest on Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, and Central Florida’s theme parks — ride closures, price changes, new attractions, and planning tips.
Universal Queue Re-Entry: How to Leave and Rejoin a Line
A practical guide to Universal Orlando’s official option for a brief, unexpected break from an attraction queue.
Disney Confirms Indiana Jones Playground at Hollywood Studios
Epic Jr. Stunt Spectacular! will bring an outdoor Indiana Jones-themed play area to Echo Lake in the coming months.
Basin on the BoardWalk Signs Go Up at Disney World
New gold-and-white signs have been installed for the upcoming Basin shop at Disney’s BoardWalk.
Disney World Plans Indiana Jones-Themed Kids Play Area
Epic Jr. Stunt Spectacular! is planned near the Indiana Jones show at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Sorcerer Mickey and Minnie Bow Sunglasses Reach Magic Kingdom
Two new Disney character sunglasses styles are now available at select Magic Kingdom shops for $29.99 each.
EPCOT’s Cheers to Cheese Closes Before Food & Wine Ends
The CommuniCore Hall exhibit and its cheese-focused marketplace closed Nov. 8, ahead of the festival’s Nov. 21 finish.
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Single Passes Sell Out Most Days
Paid single-ride access for the Magic Kingdom coaster is sold out on five dates this week, according to Disney Fanatic.
Animal Kingdom Extends Hours for Thanksgiving Week Monday
Disney’s Animal Kingdom is scheduled to stay open until 8 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 23, adding two evening hours.
Disney World Hotel Guests Get Updated Holiday Activities
Disney has refreshed recreation schedules with complimentary activities at its Walt Disney World resort hotels.
Disney World Resort Package Delivery: Fees, Labels & Pickup
A current guide to shipping packages to Disney Resort hotels, collecting deliveries, and mailing souvenirs home.
Disney Expands Adobe AI Work to Parks and Cruise Line
Adobe’s new multi-year alliance with Disney will support concept development for parks and Disney Cruise Line.
Only Three 2026 Christmas Party Dates Remain at Magic Kingdom
Tickets remained for three December nights of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party as of Nov. 9.
Holiday Decor Arrives in Toy Story Land at Hollywood Studios
Toy Story Land and Pixar Place now have character-themed holiday displays at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Why Disney’s Old Key West Divides Deluxe Resort Fans
A Disney-focused review weighs Old Key West’s spacious villas and relaxed setting against dining, room and transit concerns.
Disney Jollywood Nights Sells Out First December Date
Disney’s Hollywood Studios holiday party is sold out Dec. 5, while several other 2026 dates remain available.
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Single Pass Sells Out on Five Dates
Magic Kingdom’s popular family coaster has sold out of individual Lightning Lane access on five dates this week.
Disney World Retires Four Classic Experiences
DinoLand U.S.A., Muppet*Vision 3-D, the original Aerosmith coaster and Magic Kingdom’s waterfront have changed.
EPCOT Will Open Later on 3 Marathon Weekend Dates
EPCOT is scheduled to open at 10 a.m. on Jan. 7, 9 and 10 during Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend.
Holiday Train Popcorn Bucket Arrives at Disney Christmas Party
The $35.99 powered souvenir is exclusive to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party on select nights through Dec. 22.
Disney World Thanksgiving 2026: Closures and Holiday Schedule Changes
Thanksgiving-week visitors face two Magic Kingdom closures, party-night early exits and an EPCOT festival gap.
New Costumes Debut for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
Magic Kingdom Cast Members wore new red-and-green holiday costumes on the first night of the 2026 event.
More November Jollywood Nights Dates Sell Out at Disney World
Four of six November dates were sold out as of Nov. 8, while party tickets remained available on select later dates.
Epic Universe Event Building Takes Shape in Celestial Park
New aerial images show steel framing, scaffolding and a hexagonal foyer taking shape at Epic Universe.
Disney World Room Charging: Holds, PINs & Family Controls
How resort folio charging works at Walt Disney World, from MagicBand payments and PIN security to managing kids’ access.