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Erica Lauren is a theme park writer and content creator based in Orlando, Florida, where she enjoys the magic of Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort. With frequent visits to the parks, she provides an insider's perspective on the attractions. As a dedicated runDisney participant, Erica combines her love for running with her passion for theme parks. When not writing or running through the parks, she’s busy planning her next trip to discover new amusement parks. A thrill ride enthusiast, she believes the best seat is always in the front row of the fastest coaster and has plenty of trip reports to back it up.

The Walt Disney Company CEO Surprises D23 Attendees on Opening Day

Josh D'Amaro in a black sweater speaks onstage at D23 Expo, set against a vibrant blue backdrop.

D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event has finally arrived, and this is the weekend Disney fans build their entire year around. The routine is familiar by now. Months of rumors, leaks, permit-watching, and prediction posts all funnel into a few days when everything either gets confirmed or quietly disappears. Fans arrive with wish lists. Some walk out vindicated. Others watch ...

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Disney Announces New Celebrities For ‘Hexed’ Casting at D23 2026

An enchanted animated character, glowing with magical energy, greets fans outside the iconic Walt Disney Studios entrance, with lush trees framing the scene—setting the stage for spellbinding reveals and unforgettable moments at D23 2026.

D23: Ultimate Fan Event has arrived, and this is the weekend Disney fans have been counting down to all year. Everything gets answered here. Months of speculation, rumor threads, prediction posts, and wish lists all collide inside about seventy-two hours of announcements. Some fans walk away vindicated. Others watch a favorite theory die on stage in real time. And every ...

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New Ride Vehicles and New Concept Art Revealed by Disney for Space Mountain at D23!

Space Mountain in Tokyo Disneyland, opening day original

D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event is finally here, and Disney fans know exactly what that means. This is the weekend the speculation ends. Months of rumor threads, permit watching, wish lists, and prediction posts all get answered within about seventy-two hours. Some fans get exactly what they hoped for. Others watch a favorite theory die in real time. And ...

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Former Disney CEO Bob Iger Buys the Los Angeles Lakers

Bob Iger speaking at a podium against a blue-lit backdrop.

Bob Iger’s love of basketball has never been a secret, and Disney Springs is the proof. For a short while, guests walking through Disney Springs passed the NBA Experience, a two-story interactive attraction built around the sport. It had shooting challenges, a virtual draft, replica locker rooms, and a whole lot of branding. It was an unusual fit for a ...

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Heat Advisory Issued for Walt Disney World as Index Nears 110

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.

Halloween season is officially underway at Walt Disney World. The weather did not get the memo. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party held its first night on August 7, which means Magic Kingdom is now handing out candy, running Halloween overlays, and selling pumpkin-shaped everything. Merchandise is out. The Boo-To-You Parade is running. Cast members are in Halloween costumes. Credit: Disney And ...

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