There’s a certain kind of magic that takes over Magic Kingdom as soon as the holiday season arrives. Twinkling lights wrap around lampposts, festive music echoes through the park, and Main Street, U.S.A. becomes a postcard-worthy scene with snow flurries dancing in the air. At the center of it all? Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party—a beloved tradition that many families ...

In 1984, entertainment executive Jeffrey Katzenberg was brought on as chairman of The Walt Disney Studios, which oversaw all filmed content, including feature films, Disney Channel shows, home video releases, and everything in between. One year later, Katzenberg hired Richard Frank as president of Disney Studios, and together, the two oversaw the creation of some of the most iconic films ...

To celebrate its 70th birthday on July 17, 2025, Disneyland Resort premiered an all-new show: “Walt Disney – A Magical Life.” The attraction features the first-ever animatronic of Walt Disney, and, like most things at the Disney parks, it’s controversial among fans. Earlier this week, Disney shared a first look at the animatronic, showing Walt’s impressive lean-to-stand motion and the ...

A Disney incident in California led to what appears to be a definite suspension from the parks, as an attempted assault was captured on camera. Disney Incident: When Magic Turns Mayhem It’s a place where dreams come true, fairy tales come to life, and lifelong memories are made. But in a matter of seconds, the magic was shattered. A heated ...

Planning a Disney World vacation used to feel like a rite of passage for families. For many, it’s starting to feel more like an unattainable luxury. With ticket prices increasing, hotel rates hitting triple digits per night, and extras like Lightning Lane piling on additional costs, it’s no surprise that more guests ask, “Is it still worth it?” Even with ...

If you thought Walt Disney World was done making bold moves, think again. The Walt Disney World Railroad — a ride older than Magic Kingdom itself — is officially no longer making its “grand circle tour.” And no, this isn’t a temporary maintenance thing. Disney has started removing the track. Yes, you read that right. A major section of Magic ...

Disney World guests rarely get warnings about not coming to the theme parks for vacation, but with the ongoing weather issues striking the country, it might be best to remain indoors on July 14, 2025. Here’s why. Disney World Guests Advised to Not Visit the Theme Parks: Here’s Why As thousands of families prepare to stroll down Main Street, U.S.A., ...

Walt Disney World Resort’s leading theme park, Magic Kingdom, is the most visited in the world. Merging the classic Intellectual Properties (IP) of the Disney canon with a theme park experience, fans of the Mouse House flock back to Central Florida year on year. This summer marks a significant period of change for the Orlando-based parks, and Disney is pulling ...

ICE protesters clashed with police and Secret Service members on July 11 as Vice President JD Vance made a surprise visit to Disneyland, prompting heightened security measures across the Resort. A Magical Trip or a Political Flashpoint? Disneyland Guests Caught Off Guard What began as an ordinary summer morning at the Disneyland Resort quickly spiraled into something guests never expected: ...

Countless locals and Walt Disney World Resort guests were affected by a water outage earlier this week. Although water returned after less than a day, families reported “poo brown” water coming out of faucets, and Central Florida officials issued a boil water advisory to everyone in the affected area. On Tuesday, Summer (@fiveminutesfromdisney on TikTok) posted this video announcing that ...