🏰 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.
Muppet Holiday Photo Frames Coming to Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster
Three holiday-themed PhotoPass frames and seasonal music are set for the Muppets coaster from Nov. 4 to Jan. 6.
Disney’s Electrical Water Pageant Gets a Cooler Glow
Several familiar floats now appear to use cooler whites, deeper blues and warmer amber tones on Bay Lake and Seven Seas Lagoon.
World Drive North Work Near Magic Kingdom May Run to 2029
CFTOD is seeking three more years to complete Phase 3 of World Drive North near Magic Kingdom.
Disney World Ticket Assignment: Link, Reassign & Avoid Mistakes
A practical My Disney Experience guide to putting each Disney World ticket on the right traveler’s profile before park entry.
Magic Kingdom’s Christmas Decorations Return to Main Street
Magic Kingdom began its holiday makeover Nov. 2, with Christmas décor and seasonal sweets appearing across Main Street, U.S.A.
Universal’s Animal Actors Show Closes After 36 Years
Animal Actors on Location! gave its final performances Nov. 2 and permanently closed the following day.
Disney World Expands Free Airport Luggage Transfer
Four moderate Disney World resorts join the complimentary luggage-transfer service starting Oct. 29, 2026.
Disney World Steps Up Resort Pool Eligibility Checks
Reports say more Disney resort pools are checking reservations and issuing wristbands to eligible guests.
Flood Watch Covers Orlando Theme Park Area Monday
Disney World and Universal Orlando remained open as a flood watch covered the Orlando attractions area through 7 p.m. Monday.
Hellraiser House Brings Pinhead to HHN 35 in Orlando
Universal Orlando’s 2026 Halloween Horror Nights adds a Hellraiser maze shaped around the Lament Configuration puzzle box.
Disney Crystal Advent Calendar Arrives at Magic Kingdom
A $399 Arribas holiday calendar with 25 Disney crystal and ornament surprises is now at Magic Kingdom.
Light-Up Magic Kingdom Building Replicas Arrive
New Small Kingdoms miniatures recreate the Walt Disney World Railroad Station and Main Street Confectionery.
Disney World Water Refill Stations: Every Park Location
A current park-by-park guide to Walt Disney World refill stations, plus the reusable bottle features that make hot Florida days easier.
Disney World Mobility Scooter Rentals: What to Know
Disney offers daily in-park ECV rentals, while outside providers may offer multi-day use and resort delivery.
Vera Bradley Mickey Bag Charm Blind Boxes Arrive at Disney Springs
Vera Bradley’s $35 mystery Mickey bag charms are now sold online and at Disney Springs.
Girls Crew Holiday Jewelry Lands at Walt Disney World
Seven Girls Crew holiday jewelry styles have arrived at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, with select pieces also at Disney Springs.
Disney and Universal Take Different Holiday Event Approaches
Disney’s two holiday parties require separate admission, while many Universal Orlando holiday offerings are included with park entry.
EPCOT Replaces Beach Boys Dates With John Stamos Act
John Stamos and the California Sound will perform Nov. 11 and 12 during EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival.
Frozen Holiday Surprise 2026 Showtimes Set at Magic Kingdom
The Cinderella Castle show returns Nov. 8 with an added performance on Christmas Party nights.
Magic Kingdom Alters Entertainment for ABC Holiday Filming
ABC holiday-special filming will reshape Magic Kingdom’s daytime entertainment on November 10 and 11, 2026.
Fast & Furious Coaster Construction Advances at Universal
New aerial images show station work, a test car and changes to the CityWalk waterfront route ahead of the coaster’s 2027 opening.
Magic Kingdom Premier Pass Sells Out for Four November Dates
Disney’s skip-the-line Premier Pass is no longer listed for Magic Kingdom from Nov. 2 through Nov. 5.
Eight 2026 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Dates Remain
Magic Kingdom’s December 4 party is sold out, leaving one November date and seven December dates available.
Jingle Cruise Will End Jan. 4 at Magic Kingdom
Magic Kingdom’s holiday Jungle Cruise overlay is scheduled to run through Jan. 4, 2027, before the classic version returns Jan. 5.