Disneyland Resort’s iconic Haunted Mansion could soon see a significant change as Walt Disney Imagineering explores the future of one of its most controversial scenes. Imagineering creative director Kim Irvine recently spoke about the company’s efforts to balance the attraction’s spooky charm with evolving cultural sensitivities, especially regarding the ride’s infamous Stretching Room. A Haunted Mansion History The Haunted Mansion ...

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure has officially arrived at EPCOT…Well, kind of. Throughout the year, Walt Disney World Resort offers Annual Passholders giveaways, exclusive snacks and merchandise, and discounts throughout Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. As EPCOT kicks off its annual International Festival of the Arts, the second Central Florida Disney park is saving ...

An unusual occurrence in the Germany World Showcase Pavilion at EPCOT is making the rounds on social media. The bizarre display continued for an extended period, bewildering thousands of Walt Disney World Resort guests. EPCOT is home to four distinct neighborhoods: World Celebration, World Discovery, World Nature, and World Showcase. The latter has always been part of the second Central ...

Disney is following Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’s recent order to fly flags at full staff in recognition of Donald Trump’s inauguration, and the company has plenty of other developments on the horizon. The governor issued the directive as a temporary pause in the ongoing half-staff order that had been in place to honor the late President Jimmy Carter. While Disney’s ...

Disney fans better prepare themselves for what 2025 is going to bring to the Magic Kingdom. If you’re planning a trip to the “Most Magical Place on Earth,” you can expect a lot of construction and ride closures. Today marks the final day for another Magic Kingdom opening-day attraction, joining the ever-growing list of rides and attractions that are closed ...

Disney has shuttered one of its Club 33 locations, with walls erected around the ultra-exclusive restaurant. Club 33 is Disney’s most exclusive retreat, hidden in plain sight within its theme parks. Originally conceived by Walt Disney as a VIP lounge for dignitaries and corporate sponsors, this private club has become a legend among Disney enthusiasts. Of course, this doesn’t come ...

Visiting Disney World for the first time can be an exhilarating yet overwhelming experience. With its magical attractions, enchanting characters, and sprawling parks, it’s easy to feel like there’s a lot to prepare for—especially when it comes to budgeting. To make your first visit to Disney World stress-free, this guide will cover how much you can expect to spend, what ...

Visiting Walt Disney World Resort is always an exciting experience filled with nostalgia, wonder, and fun. However, part of keeping the magic alive takes consistent maintenance and a commitment to new attractions. This means some of your favorite rides and experiences might be closed during your trip. For 2025, the refurbishment schedule reveals a number of closures across the parks, ...

Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) has taken a notable step forward in the ongoing mystery project at EPCOT’s Canada Pavilion by filing a Notice of Commencement (NOC) for the installation of new signage. Assigned to Design Communications Ltd, a trusted collaborator on Disney projects, this development has sparked fresh speculation about what lies ahead for the pavilion. The project has been ...

Disneyland has begun testing its newest ride once again. Related: Mysterious Closure: Will Disney Skyliner Go Offline in 2025? A guest visiting Disneyland recently discovered that the resort has started a new batch of tests for its newest ride, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. The water ride officially opened in November 2024, but new tests indicate Disney is still working out the ...