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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.
Holiday Wreaths & Bows Collection Arrives at Disney World
The holiday apparel and accessories collection was spotted at Legends of Hollywood in Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Holiday Decorations Arrive at Universal Islands of Adventure
Port of Entry is dressed for the season ahead of Universal Orlando’s holiday celebration.
Echo Lake Refills as Hollywood Studios Work Wraps Up
Water is returning to Echo Lake after a summer refurbishment of its props and Dockside Diner.
Disney World Hotels Unveil 2026 Holiday Pin Collection
Eight Walt Disney World Resort hotels have holiday pins for 2026, each priced at $24.99.
Star Tours Permit Filed at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
A newly authorized project lists general construction work, but Disney has not announced a Star Tours closure or overhaul.
Hogwarts Express Set for One-Day Closure at Universal Orlando
Universal says the train between its two Harry Potter lands is scheduled to close Nov. 4 and reopen Nov. 5.
Disney Jollywood Nights 2026 Keepsake Is a Chip ’n’ Dale Ornament
Every Disney Jollywood Nights 2026 ticket includes a Chip ’n’ Dale wreath ornament.
Merry Menagerie 2026 Merchandise Arrives at Animal Kingdom
A new Merry Menagerie collection, including apparel, an ear headband and ornament, is now at Island Mercantile.
Should You Visit Disney World Before an Evening Flight?
Disney fans say a final park morning can work with an evening flight, but proximity, luggage and transportation time matter.
Guest Video Flags Litter at Magic Kingdom Pooh Play Area
A TikTok video showed debris and small pieces of trash at the Winnie the Pooh-themed play area in Fantasyland.
Disney Stroller as a Wheelchair Tag: 2026 Guide
How Disney World’s stroller mobility tag works, who may qualify, where to request it and how to plan rides around transfers.
Universal Orlando Entrance Arch Gets Holiday Cover
A holiday-themed construction cover now conceals Universal Orlando Resort’s entrance arch, with no completion date announced.
Opossum Figures Return to Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Two opossum figures have returned to the Tumbleweed tree scene at Magic Kingdom’s Big Thunder Mountain Railroad.
Opossums Return to Big Thunder Mountain at Magic Kingdom
Two opossum figures are back on the attraction’s tree after a clearance issue kept them out at reopening.
EPCOT’s Impressions de France Moves to Morning-Only Schedule
The France pavilion film will have only a 9 to 9:30 a.m. showing window beginning January 1, 2027.
Holiday Mickey Tote, Princess Scarves Arrive at Magic Kingdom
Disney’s Once Upon a Bag collection has added a holiday Mickey tote, matching charm and three new bag scarves.
EPCOT France Film May Lose Evening Showings in 2027
Disney’s app currently lists only a morning showing for Impressions de France starting Jan. 1, while Germany has a new signage permit.
BoardWalk Art Gallery Set for Celebration Move
The former Disney’s BoardWalk gallery is expected to reopen in Celebration as Imagination Fine Art Gallery.
Kawaii Slime Company Opens a DIY ‘Ice Cream’ Kiosk at Disney Springs
The new Marketplace kiosk sells scented slime and lets guests build faux ice cream creations.
Disney World’s Electrical Water Pageant Gets a Lighting Refresh
The 1971 nighttime water procession appears to have brighter whites, deeper blues and warmer amber details on select floats.
Disney World Seeks Extension for World Drive Construction
The district has requested permission to extend the World Drive North Phase 3 project through December 2029.
EPCOT’s Impressions de France Set for Shorter Hours in 2027
Disney’s posted schedule limits the France pavilion film to a brief morning window starting Jan. 1, 2027.
Imagineering Files for New Signs at EPCOT’s Germany Pavilion
A new filing identifies a signage installation at the original World Showcase pavilion, though Disney has not detailed the plans.
World Drive Work at Disney Could Extend Through 2029
The district overseeing the project has requested three more years to finish Phase III near Magic Kingdom.