New footage shows a bystander rescuing a little boy who climbed or hopped over a fence to swim in a pond in the Canada World Showcase Pavilion at EPCOT. The initial video, which showed the young guest swimming in the restricted waterway, amassed millions of views and sparked a debate about the parents’ responsibility for their child’s actions. Child Jumps ...

If you’ve ever rope-dropped Magic Kingdom with one mission in mind—snack first, rides second—you probably know exactly where this story is headed. Right at the entrance of Adventureland sits a tiny cart that has earned a huge following: the Spring Roll Cart. It looks simple, but for many guests, it’s the first stop of the day and sometimes the last ...

Every once in a while, a Disney World attraction that nobody talks about suddenly becomes the one everyone’s talking about. It’s not new, it’s not high-tech, and it’s not the kind of ride that sends your stomach into your throat. For years, most guests walked right past it without a second thought. But recently, something has changed—and now, this so-called ...

When Disney rolls out a new attraction, Annual Passholders usually rush to grab preview spots the moment they drop. It has become almost a badge of honor to be among the first to experience something new at Walt Disney World. That is why what is happening at Disney’s Animal Kingdom right now is turning heads. Disney announced preview dates for ...

Animal Kingdom has always had this calm, almost spiritual vibe during the day, but once the sun goes down? The whole place transforms. For a long time, guests have missed out on that nighttime atmosphere simply because the park usually closes before it gets dark. Now that Daylight Saving Time is ending and sunset is rolling in earlier, Pandora – ...

Guests visiting Walt Disney World Resort this week were surprised to find that one of Magic Kingdom Park’s most beloved attractions has quietly undergone a new update. The Haunted Mansion, located in Liberty Square, has undergone an unannounced change to its standby queue—one that appears to directly address guest complaints about comfort and weather conditions. Disney Makes a Change Without ...

It feels like every year Disney finds a new way to make the holidays feel even more magical, and this year is no exception. Walt Disney World just confirmed 39 brand-new festive offerings debuting for the Christmas season, and the lineup is stacked. These treats are spread across Magic Kingdom during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, and if you love ...

It’s official. Credit: Jamie S., Inside The Magic Related: A New Report Holds a Look Into Disney World’s Future, and 2026 Could Be a Slow Year for the Parks The Disney theme parks are always changing, though the last few years have been especially transformational for Walt Disney World Resort specifically. From new rides to major renovations, Walt Disney World ...

Walt Disney World has never been a place that stands still. The parks are constantly evolving, reinventing themselves, and surprising guests who think they’ve already seen it all. Whether it’s a beloved attraction getting a fresh storyline or a seasonal event taking on a new look, Disney’s Imagineers are always a few steps ahead — ready to turn something familiar ...

Attendance Concerns for 2026 Recent analyses indicate that Disney World may face attendance struggles in 2026. Several factors contribute to this troubling forecast, especially in light of declining visitor interest. The patterns observed may resemble Universal Orlando’s significant downturn in visitor numbers in 2024, where attendance dropped by 2.6% at Universal Studios Florida and a substantial 5.5% at Islands of ...