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Disneyland Being Taken Over by This Viral Baseball Team Next Week

The iconic Disneyland Railroad train station is seen with a classic red train at the platform, adorned with red, white, and blue bunting. The building is surrounded by well-maintained landscaping, flowers, and trees, with blue skies and a flag atop the roof.

The second annual Savannah Bananas Day at Disneyland is set for March 26, expanding beyond last year’s event to include both theme parks and the Downtown Disney District. This special one-day celebration features entertainment, themed food and drinks, and the Indianapolis Clowns to enhance the experience compared to the inaugural event in 2025. The partnership reflects Disney’s confidence, following the ...

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Genie From Disney’s Aladdin Is Saying Goodbye Forever

A man in striped pants and a red vest sits on a cushion in a desert landscape, listening intently to another man in ornate blue and gold clothing who gestures expressively with his hands.

If you’ve ever dreamed of seeing Aladdin on stage, now’s your chance. Michael James Scott is preparing to take his final bow as Genie on May 3, 2026, after nearly 4,000 performances that have captivated audiences. Scott’s powerful portrayal of Genie, which started in the Australian production, has earned him a Helpmann Award, showcasing his incredible vocals and comedic timing ...

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The Death of Disney Influencer Culture Could Mean a Brighter Future For Theme Parks

disney castle with frustrated and stressed visitors at disney park

Disney influencers once thrived on YouTube, showcasing park tours, food reviews, and trip planning, but recent trends reveal a decline in audience engagement post-pandemic. While some creators continue to succeed, overall viewership and subscriber growth for major Disney channels have flattened or decreased since 2020. This raises questions about the future of Disney influencer culture and whether it could mean ...

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The New Disney CEO Already Made Figment Fans Angry

Figment at Destination D23

Figment fans are feeling unsettled after Disney’s new CEO, Josh D’Amaro, offered vague updates about the beloved purple dragon’s future at a recent shareholder meeting. While Figment has a dedicated cult following, fans are left wondering whether D’Amaro will finally invest in the character or remain underutilized, despite generating merchandise sales and nostalgia. Many hope for a new attraction or ...

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Law Enforcement Team Takes Over Disney+

A cartoon fox in a pink shirt and a bunny in a suit stand confidently together, both wrapped in the coils of a large, smiling blue snake, with a city and trees in the background.

Zootopia 2 has become the highest-grossing animated film of Hollywood history, earning $1.9 billion globally, and is now the number one film on Disney+ following its release. The film continues the story of Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde, captivating audiences with its clever storytelling and themes of prejudice since the original film’s 2016 debut. In its first week on the ...

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Disney Just Reopened This Restaurant After 6 Years

Two women are sitting outside a building with red roofs. One is in a wheelchair, wearing a peach-colored shirt, and the other is on a bench, wearing a white shirt and denim overalls with yellow Minnie Mouse ears. Both are smiling and looking at a smartphone.

The Garden View Lounge at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort has reopened on March 19, 2026, after being closed since 2020. This highly anticipated return of the Disney afternoon tea experience follows a six-year absence, during which many fans were left disappointed by the loss of the original offerings and the Perfectly Princess Tea Party. Reservations opened on February 19 and ...

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Disney Will Award You $10,000 If You’re in Love

A couple at the Italy Pavilion at EPCOT

Lovebird is excited to announce the Once Upon a Wedding contest, seeking an engaged couple who loves Disney and wants to incorporate Disney-inspired details into their wedding. One couple will win $10,000 toward their wedding and a full digital Disney stationery suite from Lovebird. Couples can enter by visiting lovebird.com/contest and sharing their Disney love story and wedding plans. The ...

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Disney Just Announced Exclusive Ride Access for Cast Members Only

A group photo of three Disney cast members standing with Pluto and Goofy. The smiling cast members are holding a circular sign that reads, "We are the magic." They are outdoors, with trees and lights in the crisp background, truly showing what it means to be part of the Disney enchantment.

Magic Kingdom is currently busy with new expansions, including a Cars area in Frontierland and a Villains Land behind Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. Notably, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin in Tomorrowland is receiving a major upgrade. It will reopen on April 8, 2026, but cast members will get exclusive previews from March 21 to 27, 2026. The refurbished ride features ...

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Disney Won’t Stop Messing With This Historic 54-Year-Old Street

The new Magic Kingdom Central Plaza area between Main Street, U.S.A. and Cinderella Castle.

Disney is currently refurbishing a section of the sidewalk on Main Street, U.S.A. at Magic Kingdom, which opened on October 1, 1971. A large area outside Crystal Arts is covered with temporary boards to alert guests of construction, which disrupts the nostalgic ambiance of the street, filled with familiar sights like the Emporium and Casey’s Corner. Scoring has been noticed ...

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Disney Enters New Era Today After Major Leadership Shake-Up

Mickey Mouse and an executive share applause on stage with Disney fans, set against a vibrant Disney World backdrop.

The Walt Disney Company has appointed Josh D’Amaro as its new Chief Executive Officer, after his tenure as Chairman of Disney Experiences, the company’s largest segment, which generated $36 billion in revenue in fiscal year 2025. D’Amaro’s priorities as CEO focus on merging human creativity with cutting-edge technology to enhance storytelling and strengthen connections with fans. He led significant expansions ...

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