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  • The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror on a sunny day at Disney's Hollywood Studios.

    Disney World Replacing Original Hollywood Tower Hotel Facade on the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror

    By Jess Colopy

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    By Andrew Boardwine

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The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror on a sunny day at Disney's Hollywood Studios.

Disney World Replacing Original Hollywood Tower Hotel Facade on the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 20, 2026 by Jess Colopy
Guests walking outside of Space Mountain at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World Resort

Disney World Confirms Strict New 2026 Rules for Parking, Rides, and Transit

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 20, 2026August 20, 2026 by Andrew Boardwine
Disney Enchantment fireworks light up the night sky above Cinderella Castle

Disney Confirms Changes to Iconic Happily Ever After at Magic Kingdom, Effective This October

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 20, 2026 by Brittni Ward
A straight-on look at Cinderella Castle from Main Street USA at Magic Kingdom

Confirmed: Magic Kingdom Gates Now Turning Guests Away as 2026 Sellouts Mount

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 20, 2026 by Andrew Boardwine
family tries food at EPCOT's Food and Wine Festival in Walt Disney World

Disney World Reveals Replacement for EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, Beginning August 27

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 20, 2026 by Jess Colopy
Space Mountain at Tomorrowland in Disneyland Park at night

Disneyland Confirms Future of Tomorrowland: Big Modern Upgrades, But Nostalgic Classics Stay Intact

in Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort

Posted on August 20, 2026 by Sarah Larson
An archival photo of guests at the entrance to Disneyland Park.

Disneyland Brings in the Bulldozers After Announcing Demolition of Theme Park Entrance

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on August 20, 2026 by Jess Colopy

Disney World Resort Dining Option Closing After Years, Effective October 6

in Walt Disney World, Food, Disney Vacation Club

Posted on August 20, 2026August 20, 2026 by Erica Lauren
The Muppet Show

Total Mayhem! Disney Teases Muppet Takeover of Classic Disney World Attractions

in Walt Disney World, Disney Parks

Posted on August 20, 2026August 20, 2026 by Rick Lye
Guests approach a Walt Disney World attraction entrance with ride information signage near the queue.

Disneyland Enforces Immediate Access Restrictions Across Multiple Major Attractions

in Disney Parks

Posted on August 20, 2026August 20, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres
guests ride dumbo in disney world's magic kingdom park

Disney Ends 6-Month Magic Kingdom Shutdown, Confirms Reopening With Drastic Changes

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 20, 2026 by Sarah Larson
child in a wheelchair at disney park

Disney World Guests Slam “Selfish Exploitation” of Disability Perks Amid Stricter DAS Rules

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 20, 2026 by Sarah Larson 1 Comment
The iconic Walt Disney World entrance sign welcomes guests with its magical castle, waving flags, lush palm trees, and a radiant sun shining in the background, setting the stage for an unforgettable day of fun and adventure.

Dangerous Heat Returns to Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort as Heat Index Rises

in Walt Disney World, Theme Parks, Universal Orlando

Posted on August 20, 2026August 20, 2026 by Erica Lauren
NightFlight Expedition attraction entrance in Wildwood Grove at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

Dollywood Forces Immediate Park-Wide Rerouting as Major Attraction Collapses On Opening Day

in Theme Parks

Posted on August 20, 2026August 20, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres
Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain in Discoveryland at Disneyland Paris before its planned transformation into Space Mountain De la Terre à la Lune.

Disney Confirms Forced Mass Overhaul of Tomorrowland as Classic Layout Faces Gutting

in Disneyland Paris

Posted on August 20, 2026August 20, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres
Splash Mountain in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World

Will Disney Erase Splash Mountain Again? The Tough Choice Facing Disney After D23 Announcement

in Disneyland Resort, Disney Parks

Posted on August 20, 2026August 20, 2026 by Rick Lye
magic kingdom's halloween wreath in disney world

Disney World Confirms Free Halloween Event for Three October Dates

in Walt Disney World, Theme Parks, Disney Parks

Posted on August 20, 2026August 20, 2026 by Erica Lauren
Visitors walk in front of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom on the Fantasyland side.

Man Arrested for Child Abuse in Bathroom Stall at Magic Kingdom

in Walt Disney World, Disney Parks

Posted on August 20, 2026 by Thomas Hitchen
A fantasy castle, resembling Disney’s Cinderella Castle, stands under a blue sky as cartoon-style money bills rain down—hinting at Disney World increasing prices on thousands of food items in the parks.

Disney World Guests Paying Deluxe Rates Set to Lose Six Resort Amenities, Effective October 26

in Walt Disney World, Disney Vacation Club

Posted on August 20, 2026August 20, 2026 by Erica Lauren
Guests in front of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom in Disney World

Disney World Confirms October Access Restrictions, 75% of Parks Affected

in Walt Disney World, Disney Parks

Posted on August 20, 2026 by Thomas Hitchen
Disneyland entrance topiary.

The End of a 71-Year Tradition: Disneyland Begins Demolishing Original Entrance Gates

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on August 19, 2026August 20, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres 2 Comments
The entrance to Disney's Hollywood Studios

Confirmed: Disney Will Change “Hollywood Studios” Theme Park After Multiple Decades

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 19, 2026 by Brittni Ward
The Mickey Mouse clock on top of the Disneyland Hotel in Paris

Leak Discovered Underneath Historic Disneyland Hotel, Effects Currently Unknown

in Disneyland Paris, Hotel

Posted on August 19, 2026August 20, 2026 by Jess Colopy
Universal's Jurassic Park River Adventure sign at Universal Studios

Universal Issues Replacement Update on Jurassic Park Water Ride After 27 Years

in Universal Orlando

Posted on August 19, 2026 by Andrew Boardwine
Person in Disney Parks merchandise in front of World of Disney

Disney Revokes Annual Passholder Merchandise Discount, Gives Savings to All Guests Instead

in Merchandise, Disneyland Paris

Posted on August 19, 2026 by Jess Colopy
The Mandalorian Din Djarin holding Grogu

Official: Disney Brings ‘The Mandalorian’ TV Series To End After 6 Years

in Star Wars

Posted on August 19, 2026 by Andrew Boardwine 1 Comment
guest in front of entrance to Universal's Epic Universe theme park.

Confirmed: Universal Now Placing Permanent Restrictions Inside Epic Universe Land

in Uncategorized

Posted on August 19, 2026August 20, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres
The Disney Skyliner at EPCOT

Major Disney Skyliner Disruption Leaves Resort Guests Waiting for Hours

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 19, 2026 by Brittni Ward
Universal Hollywood's concept art for Fast and Furious: Hollywood Drift coaster

Universal’s New Coaster Labeled “Unrideable” as Plus-Size Guests Turned Away

in Universal Orlando, Universal Studios Hollywood

Posted on August 19, 2026 by Sarah Larson 7 Comments
Mickey Mouse stands in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland Park, Disneyland Resort. Disneyland 1 billionth guest

71 Years On, Disney Locks the Future of Its California Theme Park Behind a Gate

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on August 19, 2026 by Jess Colopy
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic at Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort.

After Just 1 Year, Universal Confirms Changes to ‘Harry Potter’ Ride at Epic Universe

in Universal Orlando

Posted on August 19, 2026August 20, 2026 by Andrew Boardwine
Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle illuminates Hogwarts at Universal Islands of Adventure in Orlando.

17 Days Until Universal Plunges Hogwarts Castle Into Total Darkness, Vacations to Be Impacted

in Universal Orlando

Posted on August 19, 2026August 19, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres 1 Comment
family tries food at EPCOT's Food and Wine Festival in Walt Disney World

Warning: Disney Delays Popular EPCOT Festival Offerings Ahead of August 27 Opening

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 19, 2026August 20, 2026 by Sarah Larson
Universal Studios Florida entrance archway surrounded by scaffolding during construction ahead of Halloween Horror Nights 35.

Beloved Universal Studios Archway Shuts Down Just 8 Days Before 35th Anniversary of Horror Nights

in Universal Orlando

Posted on August 19, 2026August 19, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres
Mickey and Minnie Mouse, dressed in festive Halloween costumes, pose in front of the dazzlingly illuminated Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World during a special nighttime event. The scene is enhanced with enchanting The Nightmare Before Christmas elements, bringing Jack Skellington’s whimsical spirit to the magical Disney celebration.

Disney Confirms Magic Kingdom Gates Will Close To Regular Guests on 16+ Dates

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 19, 2026 by Brittni Ward
Guests splash down Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Disney World

Disneyland Issues New “Zero Tolerance” Policy as ‘Last Effort’ to Save Tiana’s Ride

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on August 19, 2026August 19, 2026 by Andrew Boardwine 6 Comments
Grogu and Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal, Brendan Wayne, Lateef Crowder) in 'The Mandalorian and Grogu'

‘Star Wars’ Enlists MCU Star for Emotional Disney+ Recast Following Beloved Actor’s Death

in Star Wars

Posted on August 19, 2026 by Sarah Larson
disney world guests enjoy epcot's food and wine festival

Disney Released EPCOT Food & Wine Menus Are Out, but Something is Missing

in Walt Disney World, Theme Parks, Disney Parks

Posted on August 19, 2026August 19, 2026 by Erica Lauren
Tiana's Bayou Adventure exterior at Disneyland

Disneyland Issues Urgent New Policy Warning on Tiana’s Bayou After 3rd Major Incident

in Disneyland Resort, Uncategorized

Posted on August 19, 2026 by Sarah Larson
Elizabeth Olsen as Wanda Maximoff/Scarlet Witch

Marvel Studios Reportedly Suspends Filming on ‘Avengers: Secret Wars’

in Entertainment, Marvel

Posted on August 19, 2026August 20, 2026 by Thomas Hitchen 5 Comments
Ahsoka and Rex in 'Star Wars: The Clone Wars'

‘Star Wars’ Officially Recasts Ahsoka for New ‘Clone Wars’ Series, Replacing Ashley Eckstein

in Entertainment, Star Wars

Posted on August 19, 2026August 20, 2026 by Daniel Roberts
Guests shopping at the World of Disney location in Disney Springs

Disney Halloween Merch Set to Hit Your Favorite Affordable Grocery Store

in Walt Disney World, Merchandise

Posted on August 19, 2026August 19, 2026 by Erica Lauren
Mickey Mouse stands in front of Cinderella’s Castle at a Disney World Hotel, covering his mouth with both hands, framed by a stone archway with lanterns.

Spelling Error Spotted in New Disney Anniversary Merchandise Line

in Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort, Merchandise

Posted on August 19, 2026August 20, 2026 by Erica Lauren 1 Comment
Princess Leia in her white hooded robes in 'A New Hope'

Lucasfilm Officially Replaces Carrie Fisher in Live Action ‘Star Wars’ After 49 Years

in Entertainment, Star Wars

Posted on August 19, 2026August 20, 2026 by Daniel Roberts 1 Comment
Guests walking down Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland Paris

Disney Reveals New Theme Park in 2026, Confirms Record-Breaking 7.4-Acre 90s Land

in Disney Parks, Disneyland Paris

Posted on August 19, 2026 by Thomas Hitchen 1 Comment
Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) unmasked in 'The Mandalorian and Grogu'

Lucasfilm Officially Recasts Din Djarin, Pedro Pascal Not Returning

in Entertainment, Star Wars

Posted on August 19, 2026August 19, 2026 by Daniel Roberts 2 Comments
Disneyland entrance topiary.

Disneyland Confirms Closure of Original Theme Park Entrance Area, Beginning August 18

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on August 18, 2026 by Jess Colopy
Walt Disney World Annual Pass passholders in front of the Magic Kingdom castle where Disney passholders visit. Disney World Annual Pass down payment

Walt Disney World Quietly Expands Passholder Perks Through Late August

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 18, 2026 by Andrew Boardwine
An angled photo of guests walking toward Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland

Disneyland’s Entrance to See Demolition, 4 Removal Permits Filed

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on August 18, 2026August 19, 2026 by Alessia Dunn 1 Comment
Mickey Mouse in a cavalcade at Magic Kingdom Park at Disney World.

Disney Announces End of Nearly 55-Year Run in Central Florida, Will Wind Down in 2026

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 18, 2026August 19, 2026 by Jess Colopy 8 Comments
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