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Disney Officially Changes ‘Cars’ Franchise 20 Years Later, New Lightning McQueen Confirmed

Animated cars with expressive faces speed down a road as a large explosion occurs behind them; a jet flies overhead with smoke trails. The scene is action-packed and colorful, set in the "Cars" movie universe.

Disney is officially changing Lightning McQueen and the rest of the Cars characters two decades after their debut. Start your engines, because Pixar’s Cars franchise is officially shifting into high gear once again, and this time, it’s not just heading back to screens. It’s also racing straight into Walt Disney World Resort. A brand-new animated series, Cars: Lightning Racers, is ...

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DCU Batman Movie Confirms Six Actors, Including Lead

Batman in Gotham City’s shadowy streets, surrounded by smoke and exposed wires for a thrilling DC Universe live show.

The new DC Universe (AKA the DCU) is steadily taking shape following the launch of Superman in 2025. Directed by DC Studios’ co-CEO James Gunn, the film introduced David Corenswet as Clark Kent/Superman alongside Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, establishing the foundation for the studio’s long-term plans. Now, the next major chapter is already ...

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Disney World Shutters Magic Kingdom Location Effective Immediately

Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom Park with only a few people around it.

Magic Kingdom guests face yet another closure at the classic theme park. Credit: Inside the Magic Magic Kingdom guests arriving at Fantasyland on February 11, 2026, will be met with a temporary change to their under-the-sea plans. Under the Sea–Journey of The Little Mermaid has closed for a brief refurbishment, pausing voyages through Ariel’s world, at least for now. While ...

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Disney World Has Changed the Entire Hollywood Studios Skyline With Historic Demolition

Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at Disney's Hollywood Studios

Big things are happening at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and longtime fans are seeing the difference–from every direction. Credit: Joe Schlabotnik, Flickr As fall settled over Walt Disney World Resort last year, Hollywood Studios found itself in the middle of a dramatic evolution. On September 25, 2025, Animation Courtyard officially closed for good, signaling the continuation of a sweeping transformation that ...

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Disney Just Dropped 5 Major Announcements, and One Could Change Everything

Disney Guests Family

Disney has been on an absolute tear lately. One announcement turns into two. Two turns into five. And suddenly it feels like every time fans refresh their feed, there’s another update that could reshape the company’s future. But this time? It’s not just a new ride rumor or a vague teaser. Disney just confirmed five significant developments tied to money, ...

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EPCOT Mexico Pavilion Area Closed, Effective February 2026

donald duck meet and greet in mexico pavilion, epcot

A central entrance to the Mexico World Showcase Pavilion has been closed for construction, forcing EPCOT guests to use alternate routes to access restaurants, shops, and the Gran Fiesta Tour Starring the Three Caballeros attraction. The closure began Tuesday, February 10, blocking the left entrance to the pyramid structure when facing it from outside in the EPCOT World Showcase. Construction ...

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EPCOT’s Longest-Running Event Just Added a Game-Changing Nighttime Feature

A vibrant floral display features a tall green-skinned figure holding a fruit on a stick beside a stuffed animal character at the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, one of the must-dos at Flower & Garden Festival. A geodesic dome structure is visible in the background, with a festival sign in the foreground.

In just a few weeks, EPCOT will look better than ever. The park transforms into a living garden showcase during EPCOT’s Flower and Garden Festival, which runs from March 4 through June 1. But this year, Disney is adding something completely new to the mix that addresses one of last year’s biggest missed opportunities. CommuniCore Hall, the venue that felt ...

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7-Day Magic Kingdom Lockout To Commence: Upwards of $500 per Family Surcharge Now Active

Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort as seen from an archway.

Disney World has long promised something that feels increasingly rare in modern travel: magic without friction. Guests arrive expecting not just beloved attractions and fireworks, but a sense that the experience will unfold smoothly—without endless waits or missed opportunities. For many families, that promise is the entire point of a Walt Disney World vacation. Over the past few years, however, ...

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Disney Confirms Major New Additions Coming to EPCOT This Spring

Mickey Mouse at EPCOT

Absolutely — and honestly, EPCOT’s topiaries might be the most underrated reason the Flower & Garden Festival keeps pulling people back year after year. Because yes, the food booths are great. The concerts are fun. The springtime vibes are immaculate. But the real main event? It’s walking into EPCOT and immediately realizing Disney somehow turned literal shrubs into full-blown characters ...

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