As we move into January 2026, a significant question mark hangs over Tomorrowland. It has been over five months since Disney teased a “major update” for the Carousel of Progress at the 2025 D23 event, yet the attraction remains in a state of stagnant animation. Credit: Disney While other announced projects—like the Cars expansion in Frontierland and the Big Thunder ...

Disney didn’t drift quietly toward the end of 2025. Instead, it closed the year by confirming a long list of attractions going offline, experiences shifting locations, seasonal offerings rotating out, and limited-time runs with firm end dates. Some of these updates involve full closures. Others focus on refurbishments, replacements, or short-lived experiences with a precise expiration date. Together, they point ...

Disney announced an unexpected change for its Spider-Man ride this week. When Disney purchased Marvel Studios in 2009, it was inevitable that its superheroes would eventually make their way to the parks. Over time, more and more Marvel Cinematic Universe icons have crept onto Mickey Mouse’s turf, with Stark Expo taking over a section of Tomorrowland in Hong Kong Disneyland ...

Disney has announced that four attractions will be closing down in 2026, leading to less-than-magical vacations throughout the year. Just when will these rides start shutting down? Let’s find out. Credit: Disney Disney Attractions to Shutter in 2026, Leading To Disrupted Vacation Plans By the time most guests walk beneath Disneyland’s floral Mickey archway, their minds are already spinning with ...

Farewell to Iconic Rivers and Islands The year 2025 brought significant changes to the Walt Disney World Resort, marking the closure of the beloved Rivers of America and the disassembly of Tom Sawyer Island. These attractions, which have been part of the Magic Kingdom since its opening in 1971, served as tranquil escapes from the lively atmosphere of the park. ...

Disney Partners with 3-D Printing Firm Haddy The Walt Disney Company is moving forward by partnering with Haddy, a notable 3-D printing firm, to enhance the production of ride props in its theme parks. This collaboration marks a significant shift in Disney’s approach to prop creation, emphasizing modernization and efficiency. Haddy was selected as part of the Disney Accelerator Program, ...

Disney World has a way of making change feel personal. One day, everything feels familiar. Next, a quiet announcement sends fans spiraling into nostalgia, with screenshots and last-chance ride plans. That’s exactly what’s happening again right now. Another classic attraction is on its way out, and longtime Disney fans are already mourning the loss. Social media has filled with memories, ...

EPCOT’s known for its exceptional entertainment, featuring international performers in the World Showcase and hosting seasonal celebrations. A standout group is the Voices of Liberty, an a cappella ensemble that performs in The American Adventure rotunda. Many guests plan their visits around their showtimes, as their harmonies have become a must-see experience for EPCOT regulars. For many families, including mine, ...

For months now, Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom has felt a little unfinished. Construction walls have gone up. Familiar sights have disappeared. And one of the land’s longest-running attractions has been sitting quietly in the background, waiting for its next chapter. But this week, something changed. Guests riding the PeopleMover — often seen as a relaxing, low-stakes attraction — started noticing ...

There’s something different in the air at Disney’s Hollywood Studios lately. The park still buzzes with excitement, still hums with movie magic, and still pulls in massive crowds day after day—but a growing number of guests have noticed a strange shift in behavior. Tempers flare more quickly. Competitive instincts kick in harder. And on one particular attraction, that energy boils ...