Reading Time: 3 minutesD23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event 2026 is getting closer, and now we know exactly when — and how much — you’ll need to budget to be there. Tickets go on sale April 2, 2026 for D23 Gold Members, with a special early access window for Charter Members on March 31. Here’s everything you need…
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe Encanto ride at Animal Kingdom is moving fast, and the latest construction permit proves it. Walt Disney Imagineering just filed a Notice of Commencement for set element installation at the Encanto attraction in Tropical Americas — and this is the second permit of its kind. That tells us something important: the show building is…
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe most “wildest ride in the wilderness” is about to look better than ever. New permit filings confirm that Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is getting fresh signage as part of its sweeping Magic Kingdom refurbishment — and the full scope of this project continues to impress. Here’s the latest on what’s coming when the beloved…
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe new Soarin’ Across America film at EPCOT has been generating excitement on its own — but a recently filed Walt Disney Imagineering permit suggests the changes coming to Soarin’ go beyond just swapping out the movie. Here’s what we know, and what it might mean for the attraction’s future. The Permit: “Installation of Set…
Reading Time: 3 minutesDisney’s landmark investment in Epic Games is facing its first real test. Epic CEO Tim Sweeney has sent a memo to employees confirming layoffs of more than 1,000 people, citing a significant drop in Fortnite engagement and a company that has been “spending significantly more than we’re making.” For Disney, which committed $1.5 billion to…
Reading Time: 3 minutesBig news for fans of the classic Magic Kingdom ferry experience — Disney has received official approval to expand the ferry boat queue at Seven Seas Lagoon. The South Florida Water Management District has greenlit Disney’s permit application for the Magic Kingdom Ferry Boat Queue Expansion project, clearing the way for some much-needed improvements to…
Reading Time: 3 minutesIn a surprise move that sent shockwaves through the entertainment and tech industries, OpenAI has announced it is shutting down Sora, its AI video generation service. The closure directly impacts Disney’s high-profile partnership with OpenAI — including what had been a planned $1 billion equity investment and a character licensing deal covering more than 200…
Reading Time: 2 minutesDarth Vader is on the move again at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The Dark Lord of the Sith has relocated to a new (and honestly very fitting) spot: the former Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple stage near the entrance to Star Tours in Echo Lake. Here’s what you need to know before planning your visit….
Reading Time: 3 minutesIf you have a brunch reservation at Disney’s Grand Floridian Café, you need to know this before your trip. The Grand Floridian Café is closing for a temporary refresh starting mid-July 2026, with the closure running through October 2026. That’s a solid four-month window that could catch Disney fans off guard. The good news? Brunch…
Reading Time: 4 minutesCast Member previews for the refurbished Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin are now underway at Magic Kingdom. Here’s the preview schedule, what’s new, and when Annual Passholders can ride.