Reading Time: 4 minutesThere are moments at Walt Disney World that aren’t about the rides or the food or the new construction going up around every corner. On April 27, 2026, one of those moments happened at Magic Kingdom — and it’s worth knowing about. Walt Disney World rededicated its newly reimagined Wish Lounge as part of Disney…
Reading Time: 4 minutesIf you’ve ever stood in a queue watching Cast Members walk every row of a ride vehicle checking seat belts and lap bars, you know exactly how much time that process takes. Disney has now filed a patent for a system that could change all of that — and if it gets deployed at Walt…
Reading Time: 4 minutesDisney World Annual Passholders, the summer perks you’ve been waiting for are officially here — and there’s a big new detail that just dropped. V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days returns from May 1 through July 31, 2026, and Disney just confirmed the Annual Passholder Lounge is coming back to EPCOT. Here’s everything you need to know about…
Reading Time: 5 minutesStar Wars Day is Monday, May 4, 2026 — and Walt Disney World is going all-in on May the 4th merchandise this year. But you can’t just show up and start shopping. Virtual queues are in place at both Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney Springs, and if you want a shot at the best items,…
Reading Time: 2 minutesDisney confirmed the free water park benefit returns for summer 2027, but there’s a significant change: Fort Wilderness campsite guests will no longer qualify. Here’s the full breakdown of who’s in, who’s out, and what to expect.
Reading Time: 2 minutesWDI reveals the enhanced Big Thunder Mountain Railroad bat cave: over 2,000 bats with glowing red eyes and a cave that appears to go on forever. The ride reopens May 3, 2026.
Reading Time: 2 minutesRock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets opens May 26, 2026 at Hollywood Studios. Disney has revealed the full set list featuring Def Leppard, Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson, and more.
Reading Time: 3 minutesDisney World is adding a new Deluxe Table-Service Dining Plan starting in 2027. Here’s how all three plans compare, what’s included, and what’s changing for kids dining savings.
Reading Time: 4 minutesDisney has confirmed Early Theme Park Entry and Extended Evening Hours are staying through 2027. Here’s the full breakdown of eligible hotels and attraction lists for both benefits.
Reading Time: 2 minutesScott Hunnel, the James Beard-nominated chef who earned Victoria & Albert’s a MICHELIN star, is retiring as Walt Disney World Culinary Director after over 25 years.