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  • L to R: Steve, Mike, and Jonathan in the Abyss in 'Stranger Things'

    ‘Stranger Things’ Renewed for Another Season at Netflix Despite Ongoing Backlash

    By Daniel Roberts

  • Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in Halloween costumes for Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World Resort at Magic Kingdom. Magic Kingdom Halloween ride overlays 2026

    Magic Kingdom Closing Several Attractions Late Summer as Prices Climb Past $200 Daily

    By Emmanuel Detres

  • Guests walking through the main entrance of EPCOT.

    One Month Later, International Experience Still Hasn’t Returned to EPCOT

    By Jess Colopy

  • A man and a woman, both wearing wetsuits with yellow stripes, are swimming toward a waterfall with a rocky backdrop and lush greenery at a Florida Theme Park. Other people can be seen in the water and near the waterfall.

    After an 8 Year Hiatus, SeaWorld Is Reviving Its Most Popular Summer Event

    By Erica Lauren

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L to R: Steve, Mike, and Jonathan in the Abyss in 'Stranger Things'

‘Stranger Things’ Renewed for Another Season at Netflix Despite Ongoing Backlash

in Entertainment, Netflix

Posted on April 29, 2026April 29, 2026 by Daniel Roberts
Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in Halloween costumes for Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World Resort at Magic Kingdom. Magic Kingdom Halloween ride overlays 2026

Magic Kingdom Closing Several Attractions Late Summer as Prices Climb Past $200 Daily

in Walt Disney World

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres
Guests walking through the main entrance of EPCOT.

One Month Later, International Experience Still Hasn’t Returned to EPCOT

in Walt Disney World

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Jess Colopy
A man and a woman, both wearing wetsuits with yellow stripes, are swimming toward a waterfall with a rocky backdrop and lush greenery at a Florida Theme Park. Other people can be seen in the water and near the waterfall.

After an 8 Year Hiatus, SeaWorld Is Reviving Its Most Popular Summer Event

in Theme Parks, SeaWorld

Posted on April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 by Erica Lauren
A look at crowds headed to Cinderella Castle from Main Street, USA at Magic Kingdom Park. Disney World 2027 Free Dining Plan

Disney World Finalizes Cinderella Castle Replacement at Magic Kingdom

in Walt Disney World

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Jess Colopy
Guests walking up to Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom Park.

Disney Adds 15% Increase on $229 5-Hour Theme Park Ticket

in Walt Disney World

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Alessia Dunn 1 Comment
A distant view of Disney's Contemporary Resort, one of the Walt Disney World Monorail Resort hotels. Cinderella Castle is visible in the background.

Disney World Commences Demolition at Opening-Day Contemporary Resort

in Walt Disney World, Hotel

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Jess Colopy 1 Comment
Guests ride Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Islands of Adventure at Universal Orlando Resort. VelociCoaster evacuation

Universal Park Guests Evacuated: Updates Provided

in Universal Orlando

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres
Rapunzel in Tangled

Disney Discontinues ‘Tangled’ Movie Production, Director States Why

in Movies & TV

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Alessia Dunn 1 Comment
The Walt Disney Studios water tower at Disneyland Paris. Disney bag policy. Disneyland Paris castle closure 2026.

Disneyland Paris Operations Collapse Mid-Day, Rides Go Still

in Disneyland Paris

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Alessia Dunn
Space Mountain at Tomorrowland in Disneyland Park at night

Disneyland Flipped Its 48-Year-Old Coaster Into Something Completely Different Today

in Disneyland Resort, Theme Parks, Disney Parks

Posted on April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 by Erica Lauren
A promotional image for Disney+ featuring a collection of popular movie posters

Disney+ Issues Final Warning to Subscribers, Multiple Titles Being Removed in Days

in Disney+

Posted on April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 by Sarah Larson
Guests walking through New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park.

Magic Kingdom Closes Fantasyland Area as Disney Diverts All Guests

in Walt Disney World, Disney Parks

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Thomas Hitchen
Maleficent onstage at Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After

Disney Overhauls Villain Characters in Orlando Starting August 2026

in Walt Disney World

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Alessia Dunn
Three Disney World guests drinking beverages at EPCOT's Food and Wine Festival. EPCOT Food and Wine Festival 2026 dates

Disney World Pulls Back Major Epcot Festival as Heat and Prices Push Guests Too Far

in Walt Disney World

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres
Universal Studios Florida archway during Halloween Horror Nights 34.

“Total Erasure” at Universal: HHN 2026 Experiences Effectively Scrapped Ahead of Opening

in Universal Orlando

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Sarah Larson
A statue of a man and a mouse stands in a garden near a castle, with clear blue skies overhead. A sign nearby reads "CAUTION! EXTREME HEAT DANGER," indicating potential weather hazards in the area. The scene has that magical Disney theme park charm.

Disney World Travels on Alert Following Major Announcement by U.S. Agency

in Walt Disney World

Posted on April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres
split image; on the left, the original Rock N Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith. on the right, the muppet coaster concept art

Another Classic Gone: Disney World Officially Scraps 26-Year-Old Hollywood Studios Icon

in Walt Disney World, Uncategorized

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Sarah Larson
kids wearing mickey ears and playing drums in Disney Springs

Do Not Visit Disney Springs This Summer Before Reading About These 5 Changes

in Walt Disney World, Theme Parks, Disney Parks

Posted on April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 by Erica Lauren
Guests enjoy a sunny day at Disney Springs outside of the World of Disney store

Disney Springs Is Giving Away Free Stuff From a Vending Machine Right Now!

in Walt Disney World, Theme Parks, Disney Parks

Posted on April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 by Erica Lauren
Fireworks above the castle at Hong Kong Disneyland

Confirmed: Disney Park Will Change Regular Fireworks for Entire Summer

in Disney Parks

Posted on April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 by Chloe James
Jon Bernthal as The Punisher in a orange-lit warehouse

Marvel Confirms Recast of ‘The Punisher’ Actor in MCU

in Entertainment, Marvel

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Thomas Hitchen
The view from Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island at Disneyland Park.

NEW: Disney Closes Only Other Tom Sawyer Island in the United States

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on April 27, 2026 by Jess Colopy 1 Comment
a young guest poses with Buzz Lightyear in Toy Story Land in Disney's Hollywood Studios park

Disney Reveals ‘Avengers’ Replacement for ‘Toy Story’ Attraction

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on April 27, 2026 by Jess Colopy
Guest taps their MagicBand against the reader at Disneyland

The End of an Era? Why Disney is Rumored to Be Phasing Out MagicBands

in Disneyland Resort, Disney Parks

Posted on April 27, 2026April 27, 2026 by Rick Lye 4 Comments
People walking towards the entrance of Disney World Animal Kingdom.

Disney World President Issues Apologetic Park-Wide Message to Guest Devices

in Walt Disney World

Posted on April 27, 2026April 28, 2026 by Alessia Dunn 2 Comments
Jimmy Kimmel presenting

Trump Demands Disney/ABC Axe Jimmy Kimmel: The Controversial “Expectant Widow” Joke That Sparked the Latest Firestorm

in The Walt Disney Company, Entertainment

Posted on April 27, 2026April 27, 2026 by Rick Lye 61 Comments
a family eats at be our guest restaurant in disney world's magic kingdom

Disney World Removes 21 More Snacks and Drinks From Park Restaurants

in Walt Disney World, Food

Posted on April 27, 2026 by Jess Colopy
Jessie, a cowgirl doll from Toy Story, looks concerned while standing near a doorway. The Disney Pixar Toy Story 5 logo and hints of a New Character named LilyPad are prominently displayed on the right side of the image.

Parents Warned About ‘Toy Story 5’ Months Before It Premieres

in Movies, Pixar

Posted on April 27, 2026 by Jess Colopy 9 Comments
The Magic Kingdom Park toll booth

Disney World Sets 6 PM Closing Time for Main Park Beginning August 2026

in Walt Disney World

Posted on April 27, 2026April 28, 2026 by Alessia Dunn 1 Comment
Iconic Walt Disney World entrance arch featuring Minnie and Mickey Mouse, framed by palm trees under a bright blue sky.

Final Results: Disney Removes Line Skipping Pass After ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ Controversy

in Walt Disney World

Posted on April 27, 2026April 28, 2026 by Alessia Dunn
SUPER NINTENDO WORLD at Epic Universe

Universal to Close Brand-New Nintendo Thrill Attraction on May 3

in Universal Orlando

Posted on April 27, 2026April 28, 2026 by Alessia Dunn 5 Comments
Ron DeSantis, speaking with an open mouth, is superimposed in the foreground of a lively crowd gathering in front of a castle at a Disney theme park. The sky is partly cloudy.

State Government Moves to Halt Expansion at Walt Disney World

in Walt Disney World

Posted on April 27, 2026April 28, 2026 by Alessia Dunn
A train on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom Park

The Wildest Ride is Back! Big Thunder Mountain Reopens and Shakes Up Lightning Lane Strategy at Magic Kingdom

in Walt Disney World, Disney Parks

Posted on April 27, 2026April 28, 2026 by Rick Lye 2 Comments
Guests in front of Hogwarts Castle at Universal Orlando Resort

Universal Orlando Covers up Hogwarts Castle in ‘Harry Potter’ Land

in Universal Orlando, Harry Potter

Posted on April 26, 2026April 27, 2026 by Jess Colopy
A large crowd of guests in line outside the gates waiting to enter Disneyland Park in Southern California with the Main Street station of the Disneyland Railroad in the background with cast members. Disney parks Disneyland and Disney California Adventure will see multiple attractions close for refurbishment in March 2026.

Limited Phone Ban Arrives at Disneyland with Updated Security Measures

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on April 26, 2026April 27, 2026 by Alessia Dunn 1 Comment
Close-up of the entrance sign for Universal Epic Universe

Confirmed: New Timed Entrance Validation Required at Orlando’s New Theme Park Behemoth

in Universal Orlando

Posted on April 26, 2026April 27, 2026 by Alessia Dunn
A look at crowds headed to Cinderella Castle from Main Street, USA at Magic Kingdom Park. Disney World 2027 Free Dining Plan

Disney World Is Juggling Multiple Projects at Once This May

in Walt Disney World

Posted on April 26, 2026April 27, 2026 by Brittni Ward
Foosball and huge Mickey Mouse statue at Disney's Pop Century Resort in Florida

Disney World Hotels Face Widespread Disruptions Ahead of Peak Travel Season

in Walt Disney World

Posted on April 26, 2026April 27, 2026 by Brittni Ward
Spaceship Earth at EPCOT

Chaos in the Commuter Lot: South Florida Boxer Accused of Brutal Assault Leaving EPCOT

in Walt Disney World, Disney Parks

Posted on April 26, 2026April 27, 2026 by Rick Lye
Mickey and Minnie dressed up in their Halloween costumes during Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party.

Final Timeline for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom Revealed

in Walt Disney World

Posted on April 26, 2026 by Andrew Boardwine
Haunted Mansion entrance sign

Ghostly Secrets: Why the Haunted Mansion Facade Has Suddenly Vanished Under Scrims

in Walt Disney World, Disney Parks

Posted on April 26, 2026April 27, 2026 by Rick Lye
A gold humanoid robot stands in the foreground, while a large screen in the background displays a black-armored figure with a cape, surrounded by troops in white armor inside a space hangar, reminiscent of an epic scene you might encounter on a Disney World Vacation.

Disney to Shutter and Reboot ‘Star Wars’ Rides Across America in Under 1 Month

in Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort

Posted on April 26, 2026April 27, 2026 by Alessia Dunn
Dolly Parton stood in front of the Dollywood sign

Police Investigation: Man Found Dead at Dolly Parton’s Dollywood-Style Dinner Theater

in Theme Parks

Posted on April 26, 2026April 27, 2026 by Alessia Dunn
Prince Adam transforming into He-Man in the original series

The Man Who Gave the World “The Power” Has None Left: The Tragic Crisis of He-Man Creator Roger Sweet

in Entertainment, Movies & TV

Posted on April 26, 2026April 27, 2026 by Rick Lye 24 Comments

8+ Family Size No Longer Acceptable at Disney World With New Policy Shift

in Walt Disney World

Posted on April 26, 2026April 27, 2026 by Alessia Dunn 1 Comment
Incredicoaster looping through the Pixar Pier sign at Disney California Adventure

Disneyland Begins Major Comeback With Ride Reopenings

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on April 26, 2026April 27, 2026 by Brittni Ward
TRON Lightcycle / Run Lightning Lane entrance

Walt Disney World Actively Investigating New Way To Lower Wait Times

in Walt Disney World

Posted on April 26, 2026April 27, 2026 by Andrew Boardwine
a family walking with Goofy character in front of Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom

Disney World Florida Location Cuts Operating Hours for Guests, Goes Weekends Only

in Walt Disney World

Posted on April 26, 2026April 23, 2026 by Jess Colopy
Disney World guests walk near Cinderella Castle.

Disney World Backtracks on Demolition Plans, as per New Report

in Walt Disney World

Posted on April 25, 2026 by Chloe James 7 Comments
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