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Jess Colopy is a Disney College Program alum and kid-at-heart. When she’s not furiously typing in a coffee shop, you can find her on the hunt for the newest Stitch pin.

Thousands Flee Magic Kingdom Amid Extreme Conditions at Park

Disney characters, including Mickey and Minnie Mouse, stand in front of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom. They're wearing festive outfits as the castle glows brilliantly. Trees and park buildings line Main Street USA. For a perfect photo tip, capture this enchanting scene just before sunset!.

Crowds disappeared from Magic Kingdom Park on Sunday, June 8, shocking guests who expected a busy weekend day during summer vacation season at Walt Disney World Resort. One Disney Park guest posted photos showing an empty Main Street, U.S.A., on social media. Summer is typically a busy time at Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom ...

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Disney Doesn’t Advertise These Animal Kingdom Secrets—but We Will

A large, illuminated tree with a thick trunk and sprawling branches is adorned with colorful lights and patterns. Bright spots resembling stars light up the night sky in the background.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is more than just a theme park—it’s an immersive experience that brings Walt Disney World Resort guests up close to incredible wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and thrilling attractions. Whether it’s your first visit or you’re a seasoned Disney Parks fan, these ten essential tips will help you make the most of your time at the Animal Kingdom. 1. ...

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After 53 Years, Disney World Shuts Down Monorail System

Disney Monorail in black and white

On Tuesday, June 10, 2025, part of Walt Disney World Resort’s Monorail system unexpectedly shut down due to a technical issue, leaving many guests stranded at Magic Kingdom Park and EPCOT. Riders who had planned to use the Monorail for transportation were left waiting for alternate forms of transport, causing a major inconvenience at two of the Central Florida resort’s ...

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Disneyland Reportedly “Dead” as Crowds Flee Park in Droves

An entrance area to an amusement park with banners featuring various characters and themes hanging from green lampposts. Visitors gather near the entrance on a clear, sunny day with a few clouds in the sky. Trees and buildings are visible in the background.

A Disneyland Resort guest recently shared a photo of what they believed to be light crowds at Disneyland Park, calling the original Southern California Disney park “dead” despite the ongoing Disneyland70 celebrations. However, many Disney Parks fans disagreed with the guest’s assessment, saying Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park are as busy as ever–if not busier. Disneyland Resort’s birthday ...

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JK Rowling Vows To Spend Her Fortune Dismantling Rights for Transgender Women

J.K. Rowling reads at The White House.

Wizarding World fans can no longer deny the rumors that JK Rowling is using her wealth to fund transphobia in the U.K. Many supporters of the “Harry Potter” author claimed that she limited her anti-transgender activism to social media posts…until Rowling admitted to funneling her immense wealth into a fund dedicated to revoking trans rights “in the workplace, in public ...

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Disney’s Hollywood Studios Removes Entire Theme Park Land Overnight, Guest Access Blocked

Disney Hollywood Studios

Walt Disney World Resort’s third theme park, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, looked quite a bit different on Sunday after the permanent closure of Muppet*Vision 3D on Saturday, June 7. The shuttered attraction and entire surrounding land, the Muppets Courtyard, was completely blocked from guests. A Disney cast member stood guard to prevent visitors from entering the area. Rumors of Muppet*Vision 3D’s ...

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Muppets Attraction Reportedly Coming to the Magic Kingdom

A Muppet character in a suit is getting electrocuted on a fence.

One day after the permanent closure of Muppet*Vision 3D at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we have an exciting announcement for Muppets fans. Rumors suggest that Walt Disney World Resort is exploring the idea of replacing Magic Kingdom Park’s Hall of Presidents show with a Muppet-themed attraction. Muppet*Vision 3D closed its doors for the final time on June 7, 2025. The attraction ...

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Two Accidents Reported on 69-Year-Old Disneyland Ride in Just a Few Days

People drive colorful, futuristic cars on Autopia.

Disneyland Resort’s Autopia ride has been part of the park since its opening in 1955, marking almost 70 years of operations. But last week, two separate accidents halted the attraction in a matter of just a few days. These days, Autopia is known more for its nostalgic charm and distinct gasoline smell than its modern-day thrills. Despite numerous technical updates ...

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