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Disney World is shaking things up this fall. Credit: Inside the Magic As fall continues, guests at Walt Disney World Resort are experiencing some interesting operational updates—especially at Magic Kingdom Park. With the return of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this past August, Disney once again adjusted opening hours to give guests extra time to enjoy the park before the evening ...

Disney has been the leading theme park operator since Walt Disney opened Disneyland in 1955, but is that era coming to an end? In recent years, a wave of immersive, high-budget, IP-driven parks has surged onto the global stage. Stretching from the U.S. to Asia and beyond, the theme park landscape is rapidly evolving, with challengers poised to rival – ...

The major development was captured this week. Credit: Steven Miller, Flickr Disney’s next big project at Animal Kingdom is turning heads after a major development left fans both stunned and excited. The upcoming Encanto-themed attraction, which will be the centerpiece of the park’s reimagined Tropical Americas area, has taken a significant step forward. Construction walls now surround large sections of ...

The age of AI is officially underway at Disney parks and, unsurprisingly, some fans aren’t happy. The Walt Disney Company has been clear about its interest in artificial intelligence. In September, it filed a patent aimed at advancing animatronic technology within its theme parks. The filing outlines a system that integrates AI with projection technology to produce more seamless and ...

Longtime fans of Disneyland Resort’s iconic nighttime spectacular, Fantasmic!, are sounding the alarm after ongoing technical issues have left the beloved show in a diminished state. Social media posts from visitors detail missing effects, broken lifts, and an absence of pyrotechnics, prompting concern about whether the production can maintain its legendary status. Credit: Disney Missing Effects Cause Upset A guest ...

If you’re a Walt Disney World Annual Passholder, there’s some good news in the midst of a season marked by price hikes: Disney is giving back in the form of a limited-time 20% discount at DisneyStore.com — an exclusive perk just for Annual Passholders. Credit: Inside the Magic This new offer starts October 15 and runs through October 26, 2025, ...

The galaxy far, far away is heading back to theaters — but perhaps the best Star Wars stories aren’t happening there anymore. Disney and Lucasfilm are preparing The Mandalorian & Grogu for release in May 2026, the franchise’s first film since Star Wars: Episode IX — The Rise of Skywalker (2019), followed by Star Wars: Starfighter in 2027. But while the ...

Removal of Disney Junior Experiences Disney has significantly changed Hollywood Studios by discontinuing the Disney Junior Play ‘n’ Dine experience at Hollywood & Vine. This closure effectively removes Disney Junior characters from the park, disheartening many families. The former character breakfast was a popular attraction for young visitors, allowing them to interact with beloved characters such as Vampirina, Doc McStuffins, ...

The future of a short-lived Star Wars attraction at Walt Disney World Resort has been sealed. New permit filings confirm that Disney won’t just be letting the space sit empty; it’s tearing it apart and transforming it into something entirely different. That means the unique connection between the Galactic Starcruiser and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will never be revived. Credit: ...

Surge in Wait Times at Disney World Disney World has witnessed a dramatic rise in wait times at its attractions during the recent holiday weekend. For the first time in months, nine rides reached triple-digit wait durations, with the highest recorded wait time of 140 minutes at Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. This surge in wait times underscores the high demand for ...