Walt Disney World Resort is constantly evolving, and its dining options are no exception. Whether you’re planning your next trip or simply staying updated on the latest changes, these five updates will impact your dining experience at The Most Magical Place on Earth. 1. Ample Hills Creamery Closure at Disney’s BoardWalk Ample Hills Creamery, the beloved Brooklyn-based ice cream shop, ...
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Goodbye Liberty Square: Disney World Unveils Major Changes to Iconic Area
Magic Kingdom Park has been constantly changing lately, and the most recent update is in the Liberty Square area. Walt Disney World Resort has quietly refurbished one of the most historic parts of the colonial America-themed land. Liberty Square is just one of six themed lands at Magic Kingdom Park; the others are Frontierland, Adventureland, Fantasyland, Tomorrowland, and Main Street, ...
Read More »Thousands Rush to Leave Disney World as Record-Breaking Crowd Hits the Park
Spring break crowds have arrived at Walt Disney World Resort. This week, one Disney Park guest shared a video of thousands of guests lining up for the Disney Skyliner an hour before Early Theme Park Entry began at EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Anytime public schools are on break is a busy time for Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood ...
Read More »After Nearly 70 Years, Disneyland Updates Walt Disney’s Historic Main Street
Disneyland Resort has unveiled some exciting new changes to its historic Main Street, U.S.A. area. After nearly 70 years of enchanting guests, the park is rolling out updates that bring a fresh twist to the beloved space, particularly at one of its iconic Quick Service dining locations. In January, the Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe, a cornerstone of Main Street, U.S.A., ...
Read More »Disney World Suddenly Closes ‘Ohana Restaurant After 29 Years
In a surprising turn of events, Walt Disney World Resort has closed its popular ‘Ohana restaurant, located in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, after 29 years of serving guests. The abrupt closure took place on Tuesday evening, leaving many visitors caught off guard and scrambling for alternative dinner options. Guests who arrived for their reservations were turned away at the door. ...
Read More »Splash Mountain’s Racist References Removed from Disney World Parks
Over two years after its permanent closure, Walt Disney World Resort has removed the final traces of Splash Mountain from Magic Kingdom Park. Splash Mountain closed at Magic Kingdom Park in January 2023 to make way for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. The Princess and the Frog (2009) retheme officially opened in Frontierland in June 2024, and the Disneyland Park version followed in November. ...
Read More »After 53 Years, Disney World Changes Controversial Jungle Cruise Attraction Again
Walt Disney World Resort has made another significant change to the Jungle Cruise attraction at Magic Kingdom Park, officially removing a popular free souvenir that had been offered to guests for years. This move marks the latest shift for an attraction that has been continuously evolving since its opening more than five decades ago. In 2022, Magic Kingdom introduced the ...
Read More »Easter Celebrations at Disney Parks Cancelled Due to Budget Cuts
Disneyland Resort has cut one of its most popular Easter offerings for 2025, reportedly citing “budget cuts.” Easter isn’t as big a celebration at the Disney parks as Christmas, but it’s still a popular time for visitors. Locals and out-of-state guests flock to Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park as public schools and many employers give families time off. ...
Read More »Big Changes Ahead: EPCOT Area Will Become Adults-Only in 2025
On Monday, Disney Parks Blog revealed some new details about the adults-only lounge coming to Spaceship Earth at EPCOT. The drinking and dining location is scheduled to open later this year. Walt Disney World Resort first announced plans for two attraction-themed lounges at D23 Expo 2024: a Spaceship Earth lounge to take over the former Siemens lounge above Project Tomorrow ...
Read More »Major Work Begins Near Big Thunder Mountain at Disney World as Crews Move In
Construction crews continue to work on the year-long Big Thunder Mountain Railroad refurbishment at Magic Kingdom Park amid multiple other changes in the Frontierland area. The roller coaster remains blocked off by construction walls and inaccessible to guests. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has been part of Magic Kingdom Park’s Frontierland since 1980, one year after its sister attraction opened at ...
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