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The latest on Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, and Central Florida’s theme parks — ride closures, price changes, new attractions, and planning tips.

Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! Returns for Jollywood Nights

Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! Returns for Jollywood Nights

The 14-minute fireworks and projection show is back at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on Jollywood Nights event nights.

Jollywood Nights 2026 Exit Gift Is a Photo Frame Ornament

Jollywood Nights 2026 Exit Gift Is a Photo Frame Ornament

Guests leaving Disney Jollywood Nights receive a wreath-shaped photo frame ornament this year.

Cinderella Castle Suite Giveaway Closes Nov. 14

Cinderella Castle Suite Giveaway Closes Nov. 14

Give Kids the World’s sweepstakes offers a 2027 Castle Suite stay and Disney vacation package for up to four people.

SeaWorld Orlando Delays SEAQuest Dark Ride to 2027

SeaWorld Orlando Delays SEAQuest Dark Ride to 2027

SeaWorld Orlando says its planned SEAQuest: Legends of the Deep dark ride will open in 2027, not 2026.

Cast Member Video Points to Christmas Party Costume Change

Cast Member Video Points to Christmas Party Costume Change

A Cast Member’s social video suggests Magic Kingdom’s Christmas party attire may be changing this year.

Disney Lakeshore Lodge First Wave Stay Sells Out Quickly

Disney Lakeshore Lodge First Wave Stay Sells Out Quickly

Disney Vacation Club members filled the June 2027 preview stay within about two hours, according to the report.

Disney World Service Animals: Rides, Relief Areas & Rules

Disney World Service Animals: Rides, Relief Areas & Rules

A practical Walt Disney World guide to service-animal eligibility, ride limits, relief stops and hotel-day planning.

Holiday Photo Studio Opens at Hollywood Studios

Holiday Photo Studio Opens at Hollywood Studios

Disney PhotoPass is offering a retro Christmas-themed indoor photo opportunity from 1 to 9 p.m. at Tinseltown Photos.

Lakeshore Lodge DVC Preview Sells Out Amid Phone Frustration

Lakeshore Lodge DVC Preview Sells Out Amid Phone Frustration

The June 2027 Disney Vacation Club preview stay sold out in about two hours after phone-only booking issues.

Part of Animal Kingdom Amphitheater Closes for Holiday Setup

Part of Animal Kingdom Amphitheater Closes for Holiday Setup

A section of Discovery River Amphitheater is closed as Disney prepares Santa’s Holiday Grove for 2026.

Magic Kingdom Closes Early on Christmas Party Nights

Magic Kingdom Closes Early on Christmas Party Nights

Regular Magic Kingdom admission ends at 6 p.m. on select nights beginning November 8 for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party.

Yak & Yeti Medallions Arrive at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Yak & Yeti Medallions Arrive at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Four Yak & Yeti collectible medallion designs are now available for $6.95 each at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

Oga’s Cantina Adds To-Go Drinks at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Oga’s Cantina Adds To-Go Drinks at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Guests can now order select beverages to go from Oga’s Cantina in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.

Vacation Fun Stays Open at Jollywood Nights

Vacation Fun Stays Open at Jollywood Nights

Vacation Fun remains available during Disney Jollywood Nights, while the Mickey Shorts Theater closes at 3 p.m. on event dates.

Disney’s Yacht Club Exterior Refurbishment Appears Complete

Disney’s Yacht Club Exterior Refurbishment Appears Complete

Scaffolding has come down at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, though exterior work continues next door at Beach Club.

Disney World Buses 2026: Hours, Transfers & Stroller Rules

Disney World Buses 2026: Hours, Transfers & Stroller Rules

A practical 2026 guide to Disney bus timing, Disney Springs access, transfers, strollers and ECV travel.

Disney World’s Key Holiday Dates for November and December

Disney World’s Key Holiday Dates for November and December

Holiday overlays, ticketed parties and a Tiana’s Bayou Adventure closure shape Disney World’s late-year calendar.

Levi’s Files Permit for Disney Springs Store Remodel

Levi’s Files Permit for Disney Springs Store Remodel

A permit describes a tenant remodel for the Levi’s store in Disney Springs’ Town Center.

2026 Trelawney Wizard Card Arrives at Universal Orlando

2026 Trelawney Wizard Card Arrives at Universal Orlando

A limited 2026 Cassandra Trelawney card is now in select Chocolate Frog boxes at Universal Orlando Resort.

Disney World Ends Retail Drink Discounts for Passholders

Disney World Ends Retail Drink Discounts for Passholders

Bottled drinks sold in Walt Disney World merchandise shops no longer qualify for select member discounts.

Full Holiday Music Loop at Muppets Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster

Full Holiday Music Loop at Muppets Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster

Disney’s Hollywood Studios has added 31 seasonal songs to the courtyard for the Muppets coaster’s holiday overlay.

Yacht Club Exterior Work Wraps Up as Beach Club Continues

Yacht Club Exterior Work Wraps Up as Beach Club Continues

Exterior work appears finished at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, while Beach Club maintenance is scheduled through late 2027.

Holiday Snowmen and Peppermint Apparel Arrives at Disney

Holiday Snowmen and Peppermint Apparel Arrives at Disney

A new Walt Disney World apparel collection with snowmen, peppermint and hot cocoa designs has arrived at Animal Kingdom.

Make-A-Wish Child Helps Bring Christmas to Magic Kingdom

Make-A-Wish Child Helps Bring Christmas to Magic Kingdom

Six-year-old Wednesday helped Jack and Sally decorate their Magic Kingdom space for the holiday season.

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