A fire reportedly broke out at Walt Disney World Resort’s EPCOT on Thursday afternoon, sending first responders rushing to the second Central Florida Disney park. Here’s everything we know about the incident, the subsequent law enforcement response, and how it may impact theme park guests. Fire at EPCOT on Thursday, March 12 Credit: Steven Miller, Flickr Shortly before 1:30 p.m. ...

For over fifty years, Frontierland has been the soulful, dusty heart of Magic Kingdom—a place where the smell of smoked turkey legs and the rhythmic splash of the Liberty Belle created a sanctuary of Americana. But as of March 2026, the “pioneer spirit” is being replaced by the roar of engines and the relentless march of plywood. Credit: Inside the ...

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 ...

For over four decades, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has been the high-octane heart of Frontierland. Since 1980, its runaway mine trains and iconic “goat trick” have served as a rite of passage for every Disney World vacation. But for the last year, a strange silence has hung over the red rocks of the mountain—a silence that was supposed to end ...

The original theme park within a theme park at Disney’s Animal Kingdom has been flattened, and crews recently sealed its fate with a new concrete foundation. The End of the Theme Park Within Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park Credit: Jess Colopy, Inside the Magic In February 2026, Central Florida Disney Parks fans said their final goodbyes to DinoLand U.S.A., the ...

For years, Disney fans have become accustomed to hearing about price increases. Theme park tickets climb higher, hotel stays become more expensive, and even streaming services slowly creep up in cost. That pattern has created a feeling among many fans that visiting Walt Disney World keeps getting harder on the wallet. But every once in a while, Disney quietly does ...

For years, one of the biggest perks of being a Walt Disney World Annual Passholder has been the occasional discount that makes a return trip a little easier on the wallet. Passholders already enjoy benefits like special merchandise, dining savings, and exclusive events, but sometimes Disney rolls out offers that stand out from the usual perks. This time, the company ...

The old Soarin’ Around the World is leaving soon, to make way for something new, something exciting, and something patriotic. But just how different will this beloved ride be for guests and fans? Let’s find out. Guests Visiting EPCOT Expect Wonder, Nostalgia, and the Feeling of Soaring Beyond the Horizon Few attractions at EPCOT capture the emotional pull of Disney ...

Planning a Walt Disney World vacation has never been a simple task, but lately the conversation around the resort has shifted noticeably. For years, families expected prices to rise gradually. A few extra dollars here and there felt manageable, especially when balanced against the scale of the experience Disney offers. Recently, though, guests have started to notice something different. The ...

For millions of travelers each year, a trip to Walt Disney World represents more than just a vacation—it’s a carefully planned pilgrimage into storytelling, nostalgia, and immersive worlds. Guests arrive expecting a seamless blend of rides, characters, and attractions that bring Disney’s legendary magic to life. But in recent months, that magic has felt slightly different. Across the resort’s four ...