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Here are 5 things coming to Central Floridaโs theme park landscape in 2025
Read full article: Here are 5 things coming to Central Floridaโs theme park landscape in 2025Central Florida is getting a brand new major theme park, and while thereโs much excitement surrounding Epic Universe, Universal Orlandoโs competitors are looking to get a piece of the pie this summer.
New Disney Vacation Club Lounge offers โhome on the rangeโ feel at Magic Kingdom
Read full article: New Disney Vacation Club Lounge offers โhome on the rangeโ feel at Magic KingdomTaking over the former site of Frontierland Shootinโ Arcade, Disney Vacation Club McKimโs Mile House โ A Member Lounge invites eligible members and their guests to relax, recharge, and reconnect.
Mando, โCars,โ monsters, more: New Disney World experiences showcased at SXSW 2025
Read full article: Mando, โCars,โ monsters, more: New Disney World experiences showcased at SXSW 2025Disney Experiences took to the stage Saturday at SXSW 2025 in Texas to showcase several of the new experiences coming to Walt Disney World.
Disney gets OK to remove classic attraction at Magic Kingdom. Hereโs whatโs coming in its place
Read full article: Disney gets OK to remove classic attraction at Magic Kingdom. Hereโs whatโs coming in its placeAmid a series of revamps, closures, and new rides at Disneyโs theme parks in Florida, yet another attraction is set to leave for good, according to the company.
Disney faces lawsuit over disability access policies at theme parks
Read full article: Disney faces lawsuit over disability access policies at theme parksThe plaintiff claims that Disneyโs DAS policies violate the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by imposing discriminatory eligibility criteria and requiring unnecessary public disclosure of sensitive medical information..
Nearly all rides closed at once at Disneyโs Magic Kingdom, sparking questions
Read full article: Nearly all rides closed at once at Disneyโs Magic Kingdom, sparking questionsThe vast majority of rides and attractions at Disneyโs Magic Kingdom theme park were listed as closed on Monday evening, sparking questions about what happened.
Theyโre just misunderstood: New Disney Villains show set to take the stage and more
Read full article: Theyโre just misunderstood: New Disney Villains show set to take the stage and moreโDisney Villains: Unfairly Ever Afterโ at Disneyโs Hollywood Studios, and the nighttime parade โDisney Starlight: Dream the Night Awayโ at Magic Kingdom, are to be the parksโ newest additions in live entertainment.
World War II veteran gets Magic Kingdom Flag Retreat honor for 100th birthday
Read full article: World War II veteran gets Magic Kingdom Flag Retreat honor for 100th birthdayNot only was a recent Flag Retreat an honor for U.S. Army Col. William โBillโ Connelly, it added a little extra magic to his 100th birthday.
Another Trump term means another update at Disneyโs Hall of Presidents
Read full article: Another Trump term means another update at Disneyโs Hall of PresidentsThe temporary closure is a unique situation, as this is the first time since the attraction opened in 1971 when a President was elected in non-consecutive terms.
Amidst the hustle and bustle, this Disney World tradition honors veterans every day
Read full article: Amidst the hustle and bustle, this Disney World tradition honors veterans every dayAt 5 o'clock nightly, just within the park entrance, guests and cast members stand at attention for one of Disneyโs longest traditions when the American flag is lowered, folded into a triangle, and then given to a veteran or the family of a veteran.
Ex-Disney worker accused of hacking computer menus to add profanities, errors
Read full article: Ex-Disney worker accused of hacking computer menus to add profanities, errorsA former Disney worker has been arrested based on a complaint that says he hacked into servers at Walt Disney World in order to manipulate computer menus.
Here is the changing landscape of Magic Kingdomโs Frontierland as Big Thunder Mountain faces year-long closure
Read full article: Here is the changing landscape of Magic Kingdomโs Frontierland as Big Thunder Mountain faces year-long closureBig Thunder Mountain is set to close on Jan. 6, for necessary refurbishment and will open in 2026 โwith a little bit of new magic.โ
โThe needs of our business:โ Disney Aspire tuition program cuts off masterโs enrollment, sets date for funding caps
Read full article: โThe needs of our business:โ Disney Aspire tuition program cuts off masterโs enrollment, sets date for funding capsDisney Aspire, a tuition program credited by many cast members as a reason why they began working for Disney in the first place, has cut off new applications to its masterโs degree programs and plans to institute funding caps before yearโs end.
Newest expansion at Disneyโs Magic Kingdom means Tom Sawyerโs Island is going away
Read full article: Newest expansion at Disneyโs Magic Kingdom means Tom Sawyerโs Island is going awayAt D23 Expo this past weekend, Disney unveiled its biggest expansion to the Magic Kingdom yet, with a Frontierland expansion themed around the franchise โCarsโ and a land dedicated to Disneyโs villains.
Monstropolis, Villains, โCars,โ oh my: Here are the new lands and more coming to Disney World
Read full article: Monstropolis, Villains, โCars,โ oh my: Here are the new lands and more coming to Disney WorldAs this year's D23 Disney fan event wraps up in California, here's the impact we can expect to feel at our theme parks in Central Florida.
Brace yourself for return of Mickeyโs Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Read full article: Brace yourself for return of Mickeyโs Not-So-Scary Halloween PartyThe summer season may be coming to a close, but the fun has just begun. Spooky season is almost upon us and Mickeyโs Not-So-Scary Halloween Party starts this month.
Country Bear Musical Jamboree hits the right notes with countrified versions of Disney songs
Read full article: Country Bear Musical Jamboree hits the right notes with countrified versions of Disney songsWalt Disney World guests will soon be able to sing along to some classic Disney songs that have gone country at Grizzly Hall.
Attraction starring Disneyโs first Black princess replaces ride based on film many viewed as racist
Read full article: Attraction starring Disneyโs first Black princess replaces ride based on film many viewed as racistA new attraction starring the first Black Disney princess is opening at the company's theme parks in Florida and California.
๐ฟ Itโs a smell world after all: New โSmellephantsโ installed at Magic Kingdom
Read full article: ๐ฟ Itโs a smell world after all: New โSmellephantsโ installed at Magic KingdomDisney has revealed a first look of the installation of โSmellephants on Parade," a search-and-sniff experience at the Magic Kingdom.
The princess and the frogs: More critters revealed for Tianaโs Bayou Adventure
Read full article: The princess and the frogs: More critters revealed for Tianaโs Bayou AdventureIn the months leading up to the opening of Tianaโs Bayou Adventure, Disney Imagineers have been giving guests a taste of whatโs to come by introducing original attraction characters.
Changes coming to Disneyโs Disability Access Service at theme parks. Hereโs how it impacts waiting in lines
Read full article: Changes coming to Disneyโs Disability Access Service at theme parks. Hereโs how it impacts waiting in linesDisney updated its Disability Accessibility Services (DAS) program. The new changes will go into effect May 20 at Walt Disney World and on June 18 at Disneyland in California.
Whatโs beyond Big Thunder? Plans for the largest Magic Kingdom expansion yet
Read full article: Whatโs beyond Big Thunder? Plans for the largest Magic Kingdom expansion yetDuring a recent project unveiling, Disney Imagineering teams spoke about a $60 billion investment plan, most of which will go into the theme parks.
Man sues Disney after Magic Kingdom ferry crash throws him into trash can
Read full article: Man sues Disney after Magic Kingdom ferry crash throws him into trash canAccording to the lawsuit, there was no warning provided to passengers prior to the collision, and one passenger was even knocked unconscious.
Charges dropped against man arrested after โforcefullyโ snatching Mickey ears from womanโs head at Disney World
Read full article: Charges dropped against man arrested after โforcefullyโ snatching Mickey ears from womanโs head at Disney WorldA man visiting Magic Kingdom was arrested after โforcefully snatchingโ a Mickey ears hat from a womanโs head, Orange County sheriff's officials say.
Broadwayโs Michael James Scott leads Black History Month celebration at Disney
Read full article: Broadwayโs Michael James Scott leads Black History Month celebration at DisneyOrlando native and Broadway sensation Michael James Scott recently headlined Walt Disney World Resortโs Black History Month festivities.
Disneyโs Country Bear Jamboree preparing to close ahead of transformation
Read full article: Disneyโs Country Bear Jamboree preparing to close ahead of transformationThe iconic Country Bear Jamboree at Magic Kingdom is set to temporarily close its curtains Friday, only to emerge later this summer with a brand-new musical act.
๐ฟ Kernel of success: How Disney helped โpopโ Orlando business into hit at Magic Kingdom and beyond
Read full article: ๐ฟ Kernel of success: How Disney helped โpopโ Orlando business into hit at Magic Kingdom and beyondCelebrate National Popcorn Day at Disney's Magic Kingdom. The story behind Popcorn Junkie, a local small business that has now thrived at Disney.
Country Bear Jamboree takes a bear-ly brief pause for toe-tappinโ transformation
Read full article: Country Bear Jamboree takes a bear-ly brief pause for toe-tappinโ transformationThe iconic Country Bear Jamboree at Magic Kingdom is set to temporarily close its curtains on Jan. 27, only to emerge later this summer with a brand-new musical spectacle, Disney announced on Tuesday.
Hatbox Ghost materializes at the Haunted Mansion at Walt Disney World Resort
Read full article: Hatbox Ghost materializes at the Haunted Mansion at Walt Disney World ResortThe legendary Hatbox Ghost has finally materialized within the eerie confines of the Haunted Mansion at Walt Disney World Resort.
DeSantis appointees seek Disney communications about governor, laws in fight over district
Read full article: DeSantis appointees seek Disney communications about governor, laws in fight over districtAppointees of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis are seeking communications between Disney and local media, as well as documents related to the companyโs position on Floridaโs so-called โDonโt Say Gayโ law.
Your Florida Daily: GOP candidates hit Trump and back Israel, Disney sees rise in park attendance โ except in Orlando
Read full article: Your Florida Daily: GOP candidates hit Trump and back Israel, Disney sees rise in park attendance โ except in OrlandoRepublican presidential hopefuls were back on the debate stage in South Florida.
โFrozen Holiday Surpriseโ makes magical holiday debut at Magic Kingdom
Read full article: โFrozen Holiday Surpriseโ makes magical holiday debut at Magic KingdomGuests gathered at Magic Kingdom on Tuesday night to witness the premiere of the all-new Frozen Holiday castle stage show, "Frozen Holiday Surprise."
Mickeyโs Very Merry Christmas Party returns with a feast of festive treats
Read full article: Mickeyโs Very Merry Christmas Party returns with a feast of festive treatsGet ready to unwrap the magic of the holiday season as Mickeyโs Very Merry Christmas Party is preparing to return to Magic Kingdom Park.
โDisney After Hoursโ events returning to Walt Disney World
Read full article: โDisney After Hoursโ events returning to Walt Disney WorldDisney After Hours events are making a triumphant return to Walt Disney World Resort, offering late-night delights and exclusive access to theme park attractions.
New video shows how Disney, Florida officials caught a bear at Magic Kingdom
Read full article: New video shows how Disney, Florida officials caught a bear at Magic KingdomNewly released video shows state wildlife officials trying to capture a black bear that wandered into the Magic Kingdom theme park at Walt Disney World last month, an incident that forced the temporary closure of several rides.
Disney Imagineering shares first look at โTianaโs Bayou Adventureโ outside murals
Read full article: Disney Imagineering shares first look at โTianaโs Bayou Adventureโ outside muralsWalt Disney Imagineering has shared a glimpse into some of the New Orleans inspired artwork that guests will see at the brand-new attraction, Tianaโs Bayou Adventure.
Dinoland USAโs extinction, โBugโs Lifeโ replacement among new ideas at Destination D23
Read full article: Dinoland USAโs extinction, โBugโs Lifeโ replacement among new ideas at Destination D23Hundreds of Disneyโs biggest fans were surprised with a handful of new theme park announcements at Destination D23.
Free Disney World passes are latest front in war between Disney and DeSantis appointees
Read full article: Free Disney World passes are latest front in war between Disney and DeSantis appointeesGov. Ron DeSantisโ appointees to a board that oversees Disney Worldโs governing district have launched a battle against the company on a new front โ free passes and discounts for employees.
Dream experience: Give Kids the World and Disney announce Cinderella Castle suite contest
Read full article: Dream experience: Give Kids the World and Disney announce Cinderella Castle suite contestIf you have ever dreamed of staying inside Cinderellaโs Castle at Magic Kingdom now is your chance. On Wednesday, Give Kids the World and Walt Disney World announced a special contest that gives one lucky winner and three guests the chance to stay inside the once-in-a-lifetime castle suite.
Weโre going to talk about Bruno: Disney reveals โEncantoโ additions coming to Magic Kingdom
Read full article: Weโre going to talk about Bruno: Disney reveals โEncantoโ additions coming to Magic KingdomSome new additions featuring the Familia Madrigal are coming to Magic Kingdom next month.
Ghoulish good times await at Mickeyโs Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Here is everything you need to know
Read full article: Ghoulish good times await at Mickeyโs Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Here is everything you need to knowWalt Disney World kicked off its spooktacular season of fall events Friday night.Despite the hot temperatures, guests scared up some fun as the Magic Kingdom welcomed back its highly popular event, Mickeyโs Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.
Judge refuses to dismiss lawsuit against Disneyโs efforts to neutralize governing district takeover
Read full article: Judge refuses to dismiss lawsuit against Disneyโs efforts to neutralize governing district takeoverA judge in Florida has refused to dismiss a lawsuit brought by Gov. Ron DeSantis appointees against Disneyโs efforts to neutralize a takeover of Disney Worldโs governing district by the Florida governor.
Spooktacular new foods coming to Disneyโs Mickeyโs Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Read full article: Spooktacular new foods coming to Disneyโs Mickeyโs Not-So-Scary Halloween PartyWalt Disney World has pulled back the curtain on some of the spooky new treats that guests will find at Mickeyโs Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.
Disney extends CEO Bob Iger's contract 2 more years through 2026
Read full article: Disney extends CEO Bob Iger's contract 2 more years through 2026Bob Iger will remain as CEO of The Walt Disney Co. through the end of 2026, agreeing to a two-year contract extension that will give the entertainment and theme park company some breathing room to find his successor.
Disney gives 1st look at Tianaโs new outfit for โBayou Adventureโ attraction
Read full article: Disney gives 1st look at Tianaโs new outfit for โBayou Adventureโ attractionWhen Disneyโs highly-anticipated new attraction โTianaโs Bayou Adventureโ opens next year, guests will see the New Orleans princess sporting a different look.
DeSantis proposes Disney trial schedule that puts start date in 2025, after elections
Read full article: DeSantis proposes Disney trial schedule that puts start date in 2025, after electionsAttorneys for Gov. Ron DeSantis have asked that a trial involving Disney be postponed until the middle of 2025, well after the GOP presidential nomination race wraps up and voters have picked a winner in the November 2024 general election.
First look: Disney installs water tower at Tianaโs Bayou Adventure
Read full article: First look: Disney installs water tower at Tianaโs Bayou AdventureAs construction continues on Magic Kingdom Parkโs much-anticipated Tianaโs Bayou Adventure, guests will soon be able to see the centerpiece of the attraction, Tianaโs Foods water tower, topped by her signature tiara.
โBunch of Hocus Pocus:โ Disney characters dressed as Sanderson sisters coming to โNot-So-Scaryโ
Read full article: โBunch of Hocus Pocus:โ Disney characters dressed as Sanderson sisters coming to โNot-So-ScaryโMinnie, Daisy, and Clarabelle to be dressed as the Sanderson Sisters in Mickey's "Boo-To-You" Parade at Mickeyโs Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Disney lawsuit judge removes himself from case but not for reasons cited by DeSantis
Read full article: Disney lawsuit judge removes himself from case but not for reasons cited by DeSantisA federal judge overseeing the First Amendment lawsuit that Walt Disney Parks filed against Gov. Ron DeSantis and others is disqualifying himself, but not because of bias claims made by the Florida governor.
Halfway to Halloween: Disney announces dates for Mickeyโs Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Read full article: Halfway to Halloween: Disney announces dates for Mickeyโs Not-So-Scary Halloween PartyThe separately ticketed event is scheduled to begin Aug. 11 and run through Halloween night at Disneyโs Magic Kingdom theme park.