Disney is currently working on the Big Top Souvenirs tent in Magic Kingdom, which closed in late February 2026. Work is visible as Disney has removed the tent’s roof, marking the first noticeable effort on this building since the refurbishment project began in Storybook Circus in Fantasyland. This tent, along with another, is undergoing a long refurbishment that may have ...
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Disney Separates Young Tiger From Mother at Orlando Theme Park
Bakso, the first Sumatran tiger cub born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in seven years, has grown up and is now independent at over 18 months old. He has been separated from his mother, Sohni, allowing guests to see him solo in the Maharajah Jungle Trek. This marks a significant milestone in his development, as male Sumatran tigers typically leave their ...
Read More »Foreign Character Moves Into Original American Disney Park
“Bluey’s Best Day Ever!” has arrived at Fantasyland Theatre in Disneyland Park, marking the Australian animated series’ debut in the original American Disney park. Signage and decorations are now in place, featuring a “Fun Fair” medallion, blue bunting, and a whimsical entrance theming. A live stage show will premiere on March 22, 2026. Disney recently removed the original Fantasyland Theatre ...
Read More »Disney Completes Long-Abandoned Tomorrowland Project After 3 Years
If you’ve walked into Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom recently, you might have noticed that the iconic entrance rocks have been fully repainted after a lengthy renovation process that began in 2023. Initially refreshed to a sleek finish, the project stalled, leaving some rocks in a faded gray for nearly 2.5 years. In early February 2026, crews resumed work, unifying the ...
Read More »This 54-Year-Old Disney Hotel Is Shutting Down Major Amenities
Walt Disney World has revealed further details about the ongoing refurbishment of Disney’s Contemporary Resort, a 54-year-old hotel that opened alongside Magic Kingdom on October 1, 1971. Beginning March 23, 2026, the main tower will undergo exterior refurbishment as part of a project that started in September 2024 and is scheduled to continue through late 2027. The hotel’s distinctive design, ...
Read More »Union Steps In to Allow Freedom of Speech for These Cast Members
A neutral arbitrator has ruled that the Patina Restaurant Group violated its third-party cast members’ contract and the National Labor Relations Act by demanding that workers remove union buttons at EPCOT’s Italy Pavilion. This decision allows staff at Tutto Italia, Tutto Gusto, and Via Napoli to wear union buttons while working. The ruling comes as Patina Group faces scrutiny from ...
Read More »Marvel Star Confirms She’s Playing Mother Gothel in Disney’s Tangled
Kathryn Hahn has confirmed she will play Mother Gothel in Disney’s live-action remake of Tangled, ending speculation about the iconic villain’s casting. In an Instagram post, she announced the news while wearing a t-shirt featuring her character. This comes after rumors emerged when Scarlett Johansson stepped back from the role to focus on other projects. Hahn will star alongside Teagan ...
Read More »Disney Resort Welcomes Rare Baby Animal After 20-Year Wait
Exciting news from Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge! After 20 years, an Ankole cattle calf has been born, marking a special moment in history. The female calf and her mother are healthy and will bond before appearing on the savanna for guests to see alongside giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife. However, the calf will not be visible at Disney’s Animal Kingdom ...
Read More »60 Years Later, Orlando Unveils Plaque Finally Honoring Walt Disney
The City of Orlando has unveiled a commemorative plaque at the site of the “Florida Project” announcement made over 60 years ago. Walt and Roy O. Disney, along with then-Florida Governor Hayden Burns, revealed their vision for what would become Walt Disney World on November 15, 1965, in the Thornton Park District. This ambitious idea has grown into a nearly ...
Read More »Disney Has Allowed Obama Back Into This Disney Park
The Hall of Presidents at Magic Kingdom has introduced a new display featuring a golf head cover inspired by President Obama’s dog, Bo. This piece replaces a basketball that was removed last month for unclear reasons. The head cover, a diplomatic gift from Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to Obama during a 2014 summit, is now part of the “Public ...
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