In a move that has thrilled long-time Disney fans and character hunters alike, Disney’s Hollywood Studios has quietly introduced a lineup of rare and classic character meet and greets that many guests haven’t seen outside of ticketed events or parades in years. As of late September 2025, beloved favorites like Pinocchio, Jiminy Cricket, Mary Poppins, and Bert have stepped back ...

Do you think this is a trend that will continue at Disney World? Credit: Ryaninc, Flickr Walt Disney World is an ever-evolving beast that aims to entice guests back year after year. Despite recent criticisms over accessibility and cost, Disney World remains the most visited theme park destination worldwide, and its continual development seems to be enough to keep guests ...

While Toy Story Land continues to delight guests and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge remains a centerpiece, the park is also preparing for additions such as the Monsters of Monstropolis area and The Magic of Disney Animation experience. Credit: Lee (myfrozenlife), Flickr Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run places guests directly inside the Star Wars universe. After entering Galaxy’s Edge and stepping into ...

Hollywood Studios has always been a park defined by change. From its earliest days as a working studio and behind-the-scenes showcase, it has gradually transformed into a destination built around big intellectual properties. But now, the park is entering one of its most dramatic overhauls yet—an evolution that is reshaping its identity from top to bottom. Let’s break down what’s ...

Opened in 2019 at both the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, and at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge–or the Black Spire Outpost of Batuu as it is known in-universe–is one of the most popular lands at the domestic Disney theme parks. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is anchored by its two marquee attractions—Millennium Falcon ...

When you think about Walt Disney World, the mind usually goes to the big-ticket attractions—the coasters, the dark rides, the dazzling nighttime spectaculars. But sometimes, what really makes a trip special for families are the smaller experiences, the ones designed specifically for children to cut loose while parents take a breath. That’s why news of a permanent closure at Disney’s ...

Disney World dropped the hammer just moments ago and revealed some amazing, shocking, and exciting news concerning the new Muppets ride overlay coming soon to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Credit: D23 Disney Unleashes Surprise News on the Muppets at Disney World The first thing you’ll notice is the sheer chaos—Animal thumping drums like there’s no tomorrow, Scooter darting around the studio ...

Every person who has ever visited a Disney theme park knows that their vacation would not have been as magical an experience without the hard work and dedication of the cast members. Disney cast members are the backbone of the theme park — they keep the parks clean, they cook the mouthwatering food, sell the must-have merchandise, operate the rides ...

Disney’s Hollywood Studios, one of Walt Disney World’s most beloved theme parks, will be closing early at 6:00 p.m.on Friday, August 16. The evening’s headliner, Fantasmic!, will not be shown. Early Entry begins at 8:00 a.m., with Park Hopper hours running from 8:30 a.m. until the early closure. This is a major departure from the typical park schedule—Hollywood Studios usually ...

Half of a Disney World park was closed this morning without warning or reason. Crews were seen cleaning up a mysterious liquid off the floor while guests scrambled to change their itineraries. What’s going on? Half of Disney World Park Closed Without Warning to Guests: Mysterious Cleanup Taking Place The sun had barely risen over Disney’s Hollywood Studios when an ...