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Welcome, Foolish Mortals…seriously, that never gets old, does it? If you love the Haunted Mansion as much as we do, you’re probably losing your mind this time of year when new Haunted Mansion souvenirs drop. Well, get ready to spend some money. ©Disney You’ll want to drag your body over to The Disney Store to grab some new Haunted Mansion Wallpaper Ears before they’re all sold out (and we think these are going to be very popular). DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get the Haunted Mansion Wallpaper Ears ©Disney These purple ears feature the iconic Haunted Mansion wallpaper design, complete with a matching bow with a negative image of the Haunted Mansion wallpaper design. The headband has a non-slip velour interior so they’ll stay on your head no matter what. ©Disney If you’re a big Haunted Mansion fan, these are a must! BUY AT THE DISNEY STORE We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

This year at D23, we got SO much exciting movie news, including new information on many exciting sequels from Coco 2, Frozen 3, Zootopia 3, and more! ©Disney However, while no exact announcements were made, we just got a hint of new details for Pirates of the Caribbean 6! Deadline has reported that while at D23, they spoke with famous producer Jerry Bruckheimer, who discussed Pirates of the Caribbean 6 sharing, “We’re talking with Johnny, we’re working on a screenplay, and hopefully we can get this done.” ©Disney Which means we are closer to a new Pirates of the Caribbean movie than ever, and it looks like Johnny Depp may be returning to play the iconic Jack Sparrow! Since this movie is in the early stages of development, it will still be a long while until it is on our screens. But we are just thrilled to know that there is a chance that we can see Johnny Depp as Jack Sparrow in the world of Pirates of the Caribbean once again. The first film in the franchise, Pirates of the Caribbean, was released over 20 years ago, in 2003. ©Disney And while the newest film, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man Tell No Tales, may seem recent, it came out almost a decade ago, back in 2017. Which means it has been around nine years since a new Pirates of the Caribbean movie has been on our screens, and we are ready for more! ©Disney We will continue to bring you all the Disney movie news, so stay tuned to Disney Food Blog so you never miss anything! Disney Just Made 21 Movie and TV Announcements! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of this Pirates of the Caribbean 6 news? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

As we speak, the pixie dust is being swept off the floor of the Anaheim Convention Center while we prep for what’s in store for the future. D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event presented by Visa 2026 has officially wrapped, but the magic doesn’t stop yet: Now live on DisneyStore.com/d23-event/ are select items straight from D23 2026! Here’s what you’ll find: FROM D23 2026 SHOW FLOOR Floating Mountains: The Art of Imagining the Impossible by Joe Rohde Disney | Bobby Kim Sorcerer’s Apprentice Mickey Long Sleeve Tee FROM D23 2026 DISNEY STORE BOOTH Disney Store Exclusive Plush Blooms by Disney Store Disney x Formula 1 Disney x F1 ACADEMY Disney and Pixar’s Cars Collection with Formula 1 FROM D23 2026 D23 MARKETPLACE (Fanniversary Frenzy) The Princess Diaries 25th Anniversary Collection Beauty and the Beast 35th Anniversary Collection 101 Dalmatians 65th Anniversary Collection Alice in Wonderland 75th Anniversary Collection Dumbo 85th Anniversary Collection Atlantis: The Lost Empire 25th Anniversary Collection Darkwing Duck 35th Anniversary Collection The Hunchback of Notre Dame 30th Anniversary Collection The Fox and the Hound 45th Anniversary Collection The Muppet Show 50th Anniversary Collection FROM D23 2026 D23 MARKETPLACE (Collector Must-Haves) Disney Parks Collectibles Disney Animation Collectibles Star Wars Collectibles Marvel Collectibles Pixar Collectibles Disney Iconics Disney Doorables Disney Trading Beyond the Magic From D23 2026 Show Floor Live from the show floor and into your homes! Disney Store is excited to share two show floor moments will be making its way to DisneyStore.com today – the Sorcerer’s Apprentice Mickey Long Sleeve Tee from Disney | Bobby Kim (available for one day only while supplies last ) and a limited number of autographed copies of Joe Rohde’s book Floating Mountains: The Art of Imagining the Impossible. Immediate add to cart items for me, and I know they’ll go fast! From D23 2026 Disney Store Booth Fans of Disney Store’s booth at D23 2026 will get to experience the magic from home too while shopping Blooms by Disney Store and Disney Store Exclusive plush. Grow your own absolutely adorable plush garden with Blooms by Disney Store. Soft plush flowers with bendable stems and a Disney character face within the center, these collectibles are perfect for a home display – I know the Belle and Beast Plush Flowers will look perfect as a mini bouquet on my new bookshelf. Step into a whimsical world of color with all-new Disney Store exclusive ‘color drenched’ plush. Each unique plush features a satin Disney Store label on the foot with soft, fluffy ‘fur’ allover. These pals come in both plush and plush keychain form giving you so many different ways to display or play. That purple plush keychain Pluto definitely belongs in my bag charm collection! Start your engines, as the Disney x Formula 1 Collections that were spotted in the Disney Store booth during D23 2026 will also go live today on DisneyStore.com including previously released merchandise from Disney x Formula 1, Disney x F1 ACADEMY, and the newly announced Disney and Pixar’s Cars Collection with Formula 1 (select items from Disney and Pixar’s Cars Collection with Formula 1 available for one day only, while supplies last). From D23 2026 D23 Marketplace: Fanniversary Frenzy & Collector Must-haves Commemorative collections honoring milestone anniversaries, display-worthy keepsakes and beyond! Fanniversary Frenzy and Collector Must-Haves are making their way to DisneyStore.com today. Within the Fanniversary Frenzy collections you’ll find everything from a cuddly Dumbo and Timothy Mouse Plush, to Beauty and the Beast 35th Anniversary merchandise, a 101 Dalmatians 65th Anniversary Roger and Anita Limited-Edition Doll Set (accompanied by Pongo and Perdita, of course), and so much more. Some personal favorites of mine here are The Muppet Show 50th Anniversary Collection and The Princess Diaries 25th Anniversary Collection – both definite must-haves in my life. Speaking of must-haves, Collector Must-Haves will be joining in on the fun too on DisneyStore.com with exciting items like the José Animatronic Figure inspired by Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room, Fuzzball Plush invoking feelings of nostalgia, the infamous Pixar Lamp, Small Kingdoms figures, and more. You will absolutely catch me sporting the Disney Store Exclusive WALL-E and EVE Ear Headband for Adults while snuggling up with the Blue Mickey Mouse Icon Balloon Plush from Disney Iconics. Pin traders will also delight in finding some of their new favorites on DisneyStore.com today, like a Sleeping Beauty Film Frame, Hercules Film Frame, and The Little Mermaid Film Frame pin. Got your wish lists ready? There are even more products we didn’t cover available on DisneyStore.com. Shopping begins TODAY on DisneyStore.com/d23-event/ at 8 a.m. PST/11 a.m. EST. Can’t wait to see what you end up scoring! Disney Consumer Products Pins, Plush, and Other Collectibles Coming to D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event Disney Consumer Products Fanniversary Frenzy Merchandise Collections Make Their Debut at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event Disney Consumer Products Debuting at D23 2026 and Coming Soon to Disney Store: Disney | Bobby Kim The post Now Live on Disney Store: D23 2026 Products appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

Over the last several months, Disney has been revealing details about the upcoming Lakeshore Lodge — the brand new resort opening at Disney World next year — including details on its pool and water recreation area, lobby, and dining. Now, they’ve dropped some further… *ahem* explosive information! Happily Ever After Disney has confirmed that a BRAND NEW spot to watch the Magic Kingdom’s iconic nighttime fireworks spectaculars is coming to the new resort! As part of their Letters from Lakeshore blog series, which previews various elements of the resort, Disney announced Dandelion Terrace. According to the company, the lounge will be a place where guests can gather “after the sun sets… to see Magic Kingdom Park fireworks lighting up the sky over the waters of Bay Lake”, with “soft lighting and sweeping views” setting the mood for the show. Dandelion Terrace ©Disney Furthermore, the two-story lounge will also serve as a gallery of archival artwork from Disney classics like Fantasia and feature themed, whimsical dandelion light fixtures that add a touch of magic to the space. The Dandelion Lounge will join the litany of spaces to watch the Magic Kingdom’s nighttime fireworks spectaculars like Happily Ever After at hotels near the Magic Kingdom. These include the California Grill observation deck at the Contemporary Resort, the beaches at the Grand Floridian and the Polynesian. Fireworks deck at California Grill The lounge will likely be most directly compared to the Bamboo Terrace and Wave Break Terrace, both located at the Polynesian’s Island Tower, which opened in late 2024. Wave Break Terrace However, there will be one major difference between the Lakeshore Lodge’s new lounge and all these spaces. Namely, the new Dandelion Lounge will provide views of the fireworks over Bay Lake, whereas all of the hotels on the Monorail Loop — the aforementioned Grand Floridian, Polynesian Village, and Contemporary resorts — surround the Seven Seas Lagoon. In other words, a completely different perspective. ©@bioreconstruct The Dandelion Lounge, along with the rest of the Lakeshore Lodge, which will be “inspired by the majesty of nature and its enduring influence on Disney artists,” is scheduled to open in the summer of 2027. Stay tuned to DFB for further updates on the upcoming resort! Fans Noticed One Tiny Detail at Disney’s New Hotel Pool, And Now They Can’t Unsee It Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you excited to see the Magic Kingdom’s fireworks from the Dandelion Lounge? Let us know in the comments below. View the full article

Villains Land ride announcements, Spaceship Earth reimagining, Dreamfinder is back in EPCOT, Monstropolis is opening early, the Yeti is getting fixed, and a whole new Tomorrowland! Villains Land Concept Art ©Disney Disney made some MAJOR announcements at this year’s D23 Expo and we’re covering it all, right now! Check out our new video: Disney Just Revealed MAJOR News at D23 — Here’s Everything You Need to Know Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! And stay tuned for more theme park news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What video do you want to see from DFB next? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event was this past weekend, and we got SO many new announcements and updates about Piston Peak coming to Magic Kingdom. Welcome to Piston Peak! There was a to-scale model of the entire land that gave us so many details about what this new experience will hold. We also got lots of info about the two attractions coming to the land, including that one of the rides is being designed to run in the rain! Disney confirmed both attractions coming to Piston Peak, including their names and several details. First up is a family-friendly ride, Miss Fritter’s Daredevil Spin-Along. In this ride, you’ll enter into a demolition derby with a high school-sized bus animatronic of Miss Fritter from Cars 3. Miss Fritter’s Daredevil Spin-Along ©Disney The second ride will be Cars Ridge Run Rally, where guests will be participating in a race through the wilderness. This ride will take you throughout Piston Peak National Park, where you’ll see the snow-covered mountain peak, a geyser field, and more! ©Disney This ride promises to be a great racing adventure through this new land, and Disney also confirmed that it is being designed to operate even in the rain! During a D23 Panel, Imagineers confirmed that this ride is being built to withstand rain more than other attractions. ©Disney This attraction will obviously still be unavailable during lightning, storms, or other severe weather; however, given the complexities of the ride, they are ensuring it can operate well even in rain. Peep the Geyser! Piston Peak Model at D23 2026 We will continue to bring you all the Piston Peak and Disney World expansion news, so stay tuned to Disney Food Blog to never miss anything! Disney Just Released New Concept Art For an Upcoming Ride, and This Could Change EVERYTHING! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of this Piston Peak news? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

While the 2026 V.I.Passholder Summer Days have officially ended, Disney World still has SO many perks for its Annual Passholders, and a few more just arrived! Disney World Annual Pass Annual Passholders will have until September 24th to grab a new Annual Passholder Magnet, a new PhotoPass Magic Shot, and a new treat in Hollywood Studios! We have everything you need to know about where to find them and how to grab them! The Muppets are officially taking over Hollywood Studios AGAIN because the newest theme for the Annual Passholder Magnet and other offerings is Kermit the Frog! Annual Passholder Magnet This may be the cutest Annual Passholder Magnet yet (and some of our team members definitely agree!) The magnet features Kermit the Frog with his banjo lying on the curve of the Disney “D,” which is a bright peach/salmon colored background. This magnet will be available from park opening to close in the Mickey Shorts Theatre but is only available while supplies last. To get the magnet, all you have to do is show your Annual Pass and a form of identification. Kermit Annual Passholder Magnet PhotoPass Magic Shots Also available is a Magic Shot photo. This photo has you hold a banjo prop, and when your picture comes through, Kermit will be by your side playing the banjo with you! This photo is available near the end of Hollywood Boulevard from 10 AM to 4 PM daily. ©Disney It’s important to note that this photo (along with other Magic Shot photos) may not show up in your My Disney Experience app right away — these can take up to 48 hours to appear. A New Treat! Available at Dockside Diner is the Key Lime Kermit Milkshake! This is made with vanilla ice cream, key lime cake crumbs, key lime sauce, and sprinkles! We did have to stir in the key lime sauce, so it was a bit hard to get that flavor — all we really tasted was a vanilla milkshake with a hint of lime. While we were hoping for more of a lime custard-like shake, we enjoyed the cake crumbs mixed in and found it to be very refreshing. Key Lime Kermit Milkshake These perks won’t stick around for too long, so be sure to head over to Hollywood Studios by September 24th to get them! And follow us at the Disney Food Blog for more Disney news and updates! A Disney World Annual Pass Basically Pays for Itself With These 10 Perks Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you an Annual Passholder? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

It may be the end of summer for a lot of families as kids go back to school, but the summer heat in Orlando isn’t going anywhere just yet. A sunny day in Animal Kingdom If you’re visiting Disney World this week, it’s important to know that there’s another heat advisory in effect due to the excessively high temperatures. If you’re not staying hydrated and eating enough, or are exposing yourself to too much sun, this can quickly become dangerous, so there’s a real reason to be on high alert. According to FOX 35 Orlando, a heat advisory is in effect for Orlando and surrounding areas today. The advisory is in effect from 10 AM to 8 PM (basically a whole park day), and while the actual temperature will be around the mid-to-upper 90s, the real feel will be around 108-112 degrees Fahrenheit. The hottest times will be around 2 PM to 5 PM, so that would be a great time to take a break inside back at your hotel, hang out at the pool, or just take a break indoors in the parks. ©FOX35 If you’re visiting later this week, unfortunately, you’re also looking at high temperatures, and there’s no real break from the heat coming this week. Central Florida will stay in the 90s throughout the week and is under a moderate or major heat risk all week. It’s also important to watch for signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke in yourself and the others around you. Both of these can very quickly ruin a Disney World day, so do all you can to stay ahead of the danger by taking those breaks inside, standing in the shade when you can, drinking plenty of water AND electrolytes, and making sure you’re eating throughout the day. ©FOX35 When it comes to rain, there is a high chance of rain all week, starting at a 30% chance today, jumping to 60% between Tuesday and Thursday, and slightly dropping to 50% on Friday. A lot of these storms will take place in the afternoon and evenings, so for Disney World trips, that means we recommend riding those outdoor attractions in the morning. ©FOX35 Even if you’re someone who’s normally outside and deals with the heat, this level of intensity can (and will) sneak up on anyone who isn’t being proactive and doing what they can to protect themselves. Don’t make that mistake! Drink more water and electrolytes than you feel you need to, and listen to your body when you need to take a break — it makes all the difference. Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news to help you prepare for your upcoming trip. Disney World Heat is INTENSE…How To Stay Safe During A Heat Advisory Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW How do you survive Disney World in the heat? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

ABC News has confirmed that Hayden Panettiere has died at 36 years old. ©ABC The actress was known for projects like Heroes and Nashville. Panettiere died in South Carolina, and the investigation into her death is still “ongoing,” according to her representative. Though she had many iconic roles, we know her well from A Bug’s Life, where she played Princess Dot in 1998. ©Disney She also voiced Suri in Dinosaur in 2000 and played Sheryl Yoast in Remember the Titans the same year. ©Disney Panettiere also appeared in a few Disney Channel movies, including Tiger Cruise in 2004 and Ice Princess in 2005, in which she played her rival figure skater. ©Disney She released a memoir this past May called “This Is Me: A Reckoning,” in which she was candid about her struggles from child stardom through adulthood. In the book, she shared “a rare and intimate glimpse into her life behind closed doors, opening up about postpartum depression, addiction and recovery, trauma, domestic abuse, and loss.” ©ABC Her father has asked for privacy “as our family takes time to process this unimaginable loss.” Our hearts go out to her family as they go through this difficult time. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! View the full article

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We’re live from D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, and while it may be the last day, there’s still SO much happening you need to know about. Disney Legends Ceremony! The big event that ends the three-day event is the Disney Legends ceremony, where numerous stars will officially be inducted as Disney Legends — one of the highest honors in regards to the Walt Disney Company! This year, eleven different people are being awarded Legend status, and we’re here IN PERSON to bring you all the news from this heartwarming ceremony. We started out the ceremony very strong, with a tribute to Lin-Manuel Miranda’s music! It was performed by Auli’i Cravalho, Jordan Fisher, and more. Lin certainly got emotional seeing it performed, and we totally get it, because we teared up too! In his speech afterwards, he rewrote the lyrics of “Part of Your World” and sang it out of a Disney VHS notebook, which was very sweet. Lin-Manuel Miranda Auli’i Cravalho was the one to introduce Lin-Manuel Miranda, Ginnifer Goodwin introduced Alan Tudyk, Ming Na Wen introduced Kim Irvine, and Vanessa Hudgens introduced The Jonas Brothers, who made a fun comment on being totally loyal to the Mouse, following it up by saying they hope Bob Iger keeps that in mind when doing his estate planning. We’re at the Legends Ceremony! We also got to see the popular group KATSEYE perform “I Won’t Say I’m In Love” for none other than Susan Egan! She was first introduced by four Belles from Beauty and the Beast, and then KATSEYE followed. ©Susan Egan on Instagram We then got to see Steve Young introduce Chris Berman, and none other than Orlando Bloom introduce Jerry Bruckheimer! Yes, William Turner was at the D23 Legends Ceremony, and YES, we’re freaking out. ©Disney Then, Jared Bush came out to introduce Eric Goldberg, along with a marching band that played “You’ve Never Had A Friend Like Me,” complete with costumed dancers dressed as Genie, Jiminy, Meeko, and Louis. Hey, Genie! Then, it was time for David Frankel to introduce Anne Hathaway, and Anna Wintour did a video for Anne Hathaway’s accolades to help introduce her. In her speech, Anne took a moment to thank the Cast Members who make magic in the parks every day, and we couldn’t agree more! ©Disney Emily Blunt was next, and she introduced Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and told a funny story about trying to keep up with him drinking tequila. Dwayne also then had the audience sing Happy Birthday to his oldest child, which we thought was so sweet! Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson Then, Josh D’Amaro came out to introduce Bob Iger! The full list of Disney stars being inducted today is: Chris Berman: Longtime ESPN personality well known for hosting NFL Primetime and bestowing alliterative nicknames on athletes. Jerry Bruckheimer: Legendary Hollywood producer well known for countless hit films, including the Pirates of the Caribbean and National Treasure franchises. Susan Egan: Broadway actress who originated the role of Belle in the Broadway musical adaptation of Beauty and the Beast, and provided the voices of Megara in Hercules and Rose Quartz in Steven Universe. Eric Goldberg: Longtime Disney animator best known for being the lead animator of the Genie in Aladdin, amongst countless other memorable characters. Anne Hathaway: Academy Award-winning actress known for numerous memorable roles, including in The Princess Diaries franchise for Disney. Kim Irvine: Longtime Disney Imagineer known for work on Disneyland attractions, including The Haunted Mansion. Irvine is the daughter of Imagineers Harvey and Leota Toombs, both of whom were also longtime Disney Imagineers. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson: Professional wrestling superstar-turned Hollywood star, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is one of the most recognizable faces in the world and has become a Disney mainstay thanks to his portrayal of Maui in Moana, Moana 2, and the upcoming live-action adaptation. The Jonas Brothers: Music megastars that have been associated with Disney for nearly the entirety of their two-decade career, including starring in the Camp Rock films and the Disney Channel series Jonas. Lin-Manuel Miranda: Well-known for the Broadway musicals such as In the Heights and Hamilton, Miranda’s work for Disney includes the music for the animated films Moana, Vivo, and Encanto. Alan Tudyk: Longtime character actor Alan Tudyk has built a long career in Hollywood, including appearing in every Disney animated film since 2012. He’s portrayed King Candy in Wreck-it-Ralph, Alistair Krei in Big Hero 6, Duke Weaselton in Zootopia, Heihei in Moana, KnowsMore in the Wreck-It Ralph sequel Ralph Breaks the Internet, Tuk Tuk in Raya and the Last Dragon, Pico in Encanto, Duffle in Strange World, and Valentino in Wish. Tudyk also played the droid K-2SO in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and Andor, and provided the voice of the parrot, Iago, in the 2019 live-action adaptation of Aladdin. Bob Iger: After joining the company as part of the ABC acquisition in 1996 (he was chief operating officer (COO) of Capital Cities/ABC at the time), Iger rose through the ranks quickly. He was named president of Disney in 2000 and succeeded Michael Eisner as CEO in 2005. During his initial tenure, Iger spearheaded the acquisitions of LucasFilm, Marvel, and 20th Century Fox. Iger first stepped down from the role in 2020, passing on the CEO title to Bob Chapek. He then was Executive Chairman until his formal retirement from the company on December 31, 2021. However, as controversy surrounding Chapek’s tenure continued to grow, Iger made a shocking return to the company and its CEO position on November 20th, 2022. Iger held the post until March 17th, 2026, when he passed the CEO title to Josh D’Amaro. We’ll be sure to keep you updated as the ceremony continues, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB! We’re LIVE From Disney’s MASSIVE Fan Event Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Who are you most excited to see become a Disney Legend? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Well, we are in what could be one of the busiest Disney seasons of the year, what with Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party happening, Halloween snacks arriving in the parks, D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event on the West Coast, and the upcoming EPCOT Food & Wine Festival in the East. Halloween Popcorn Mix That means we’ve been hitting you with a lot of news recently, but don’t worry! We’re still thinking about food, and that means we’re still checking out Disney World restaurant menus to see what’s changed. So let’s take a look at this week’s Disney World restaurant menu updates. Magic Kingdom Be Our Guest Signature Non-Alcoholic Drinks REMOVED: Minute Maid Premium Lemonade Be Our Guest Disney’s Hollywood Studios Hollywood Brown Derby Appetizers REMOVED: Cream of Chicken and Asparagus Soup ADDED: Roasted Butternut Squash Soup — Butternut Squash Velouté, Roasted Bell Pepper, Coconut Hazelnut Emulsion, Sherry Gastrique, Toasted Pumpkin Seed, Chili Oil, Micro Cilantro for $13 Entrees Filet Mignon description changed from “Rhubarb-Red Wine Demi-glace, Yukon Gold Potato, Braised Endive” to “Rhubarb-Red Wine Demi-glace, Yukon Gold Potato, Seasonal Vegetable” ADDED: Braised Duck Pappardelle Pasta — Hand-rolled Semolina Pasta, Braised Duck, Celery Root, Wild Mushroom, Crispy Pancetta for $50 Desserts Honey Pot de Crème description changed from “Strawberry Compote, Salted Streusel, Ginger Sponge Cake” to “Thyme-Apple Coulis, Apple-Cranberry Compote, Salted Streusel, Ginger Sponge Cake” ADDED: Pumpkin Cheesecake — Spiced Sponge Cake, Chocolate Pumpkin Seed Streusel, Spiced Orange Coulis for $14 The Hollywood Brown Derby Dockside Diner Annual Passholder Exclusive Key Lime Kermit Milk Shake — Vanilla Milk Shake, Key Lime Cake Crumbs, Key Lime Sauce, and Sprinkles for $10.79 Key Lime Kermit Milkshake Rosie’s All-American Cafe Allergy-Friendly Allergy-friendly Chicken Strips changed from $10.99 to $12.99 Rosie’s All-American Cafe Fairfax Fare Beverages REMOVED: Orange Grove Cold Brew Fairfax Fare Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Ale & Compass Restaurant Sides ADDED: Steel-cut Oatmeal for $7 Ale & Compass Restaurant Disney’s Beach Club Resort Beaches and Cream Specialty Shakes REMOVED: Star Spangled Shake Star Spangled Shake Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground Trail’s End Restaurant Dessert ADDED: Headless Horseman Pop — Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough and Brownie dipped in Whitie Chocolate with a Chocolate Piece for $5.49 Trail’s End Restaurant Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort World Premiere Food Court Dessert ADDED: Mickey Pumpkin Cheesecake — Pumpkin Cheesecake with Chocolate-Ginger Torte and Almond Crumble for $6.49 World Premiere Food Court Disney’s All-Star Music Resort Intermission Food Court Dessert ADDED: Mickey Pumpkin Cheesecake — Pumpkin Cheesecake with Chocolate-Ginger Torte and Almond Crumble for $6.49 Intermission Food Court Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort End Zone Food Court Dessert ADDED: Mickey Pumpkin Cheesecake — Pumpkin Cheesecake with Chocolate-Ginger Torte and Almond Crumble for $6.49 End Zone Food Court Disney Springs T-Rex The Watering Hole Caveman Punch changed from $14 to $14.50 T-Rex The Daily Poutine Entrees REMOVED: Beef and Mushroom Poutine The Daily Poutine Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar Light Bites REMOVED: Black Grouper Bites, Queso Fundido Dip, Snakebite Bao Buns, Mine Car Meatballs, Medjoul Date Flatbread, Chicken on the Egg Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar Amorette’s Patisserie ADDED: Candle Petit Cake — Black Velvet Cake with Spiced Berry Jam, Pumpkin Ganache, and Dark Chocolate Glacage for $22 ADDED: Apple Cheesecake — Vanilla Cheesecake, Apple Compote, Apple-Caramel Ganache, Spiced Graham Cracker Crust for $9.75 ADDED: Pumpkin-Spiced Crème Brûlée –Vanilla and Pumpkin-spiced Crème Brûlée with Maple Whipped Cream and Meringue for $8.75 ADDED: Cherry Pie Éclair — Eclair filled with Cherry Pie Filling, Streusel, and Vanilla Mousse for $8 ADDED: Peanut Butter Éclair — Eclair filled with Peanut Butter Mousse, Caramel Ganache, and Nougat Pieces for $8 ADDED: S’mores Éclair — Eclair filled with Marshmallow Mousse, Chocolate Ganache, and Graham Cracker Crust for $8 ADDED: Halloween Brownie — Topped with Cookie Pieces, Passion Fruit Crispy Pearls, and Chocolate Coin for $6.50 ADDED: Halloween Cookie — Chocolate Chip Cookie with Pretzel Pieces, Toffee, Milk and Dark Chocolate Chips, and Chocolate Coin for $5 Amorette’s Patisserie Keeping up with Disney World restaurant menu changes is a lot, but you can check menus online on the Disney World website or My Disney Experience app. We’ll also let you know when menus change, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Disney dining changes are a lot to keep up with! We’ve done all the research for you in writing our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! We’ve got details on EVERY dining location at Walt Disney World inside our eBook – and it’s easy to download to your tablet or smartphone to take with you on your next trip. The Best Restaurants at Disney World in 2026 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Did Disney World change the menu at your favorite restaurant? 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There have been A LOT of travel rule changes recently, including what you can bring in your carry-on bag, airlines moving from open seating to assigned seating, and now they’re charging for overhead bin space! Get ready to travel! That’s right… What is a budget-friendly option for a lot of travelers is now becoming more expensive on one airline. They are now charging passengers for their carry-on luggage, and we have everything you need to know. According to the New York Times, Jetstar Airways — a low-cost Australian airline — is now charging its customers for any luggage that does not fit under the seat. Guests bringing carry-on bags that fit inside the measurement requirements for under-the-seat storage won’t have to pay, but if your bag is larger than the given measurements or you’re bringing on carry-on luggage, you’ll have to pay extra! Southwest Airlines Cabin Depending on the flight route, passengers may be charged anywhere from AU$25 to AU$52 — or $18 to $37 USD — to stow larger bags, and this is only the cost for a one-way flight. So, if you have a round-trip flight, expect to pay AU$50 to AU$104, or $36 to $74 USD. The overhead bins! To make it easier for guests, Jetstar is introducing a new “Priority Carry-on” option for pre-purchase, which lets you pay for your carry-on and includes early boarding access. This is a great option if you already know your carry-on bag won’t fit underneath the seat. ©Jetstar Airways The airline has also increased the weight limit of carry-on bags from 15 pounds to 22 pounds. Stephanie Tully, Jetstar’s Chief Executive Officer, explains that this change will help flights depart on time, streamline boarding, and make the best use of overhead bin space. These changes came from “extensive research and feedback from customers and crew,” who found it hard to find room in the overhead compartments. Carry-On Luggage The policy will begin in February 2027. We’re always posting about the latest travel news and updates, so stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more. This NEW TSA Rule Can Change How You Travel Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think about this change? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

There are many things to love about Disney Springs dining locations. Unique options, themed environments, and our focus today: Happy Hours! Multiple Disney Springs locations offer drink and food specials during the afternoon and evening hours. Wagyu for Happy Hour?! Recently, we took to our Facebook page to ask our readers about their favorite happy hours at Disney Springs, specifically “Tell us which restaurant has your favorite drink or food specials, what you always order, and whether the deal is actually good enough to plan part of your Disney Springs day around it.” The special is available during Summer House on the Lake’s Martini Hour, which is offered from 3 PM to 6 PM Monday through Friday. Other happy hour options include specialty martinis for $10 each, Summer House Tostadas for $6, and Bottomless Truffle Fries (for groups up to four people) for $10. Summer House on the Lake These were our readers’ choices for the best Happy Hour offers at Disney Springs! Stay tuned to DFB for more on Disney’s dining offerings. 4 Super Cringey Things That Make Me Rethink Walking Into Disney Springs Ever Again Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s your favorite Disney Springs happy hour offering? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

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We don’t only cover Disney and Universal news here at DFB — we make sure to give you ALL of the news from EVERY theme park around the world. And this includes Six Flags! ©Six Flags The Six Flags theme parks are home to some of the biggest thrill rides in America, but those don’t go without their problems. A ride at Six Flags Magic Mountain has now been closed for over a month and we have everything you need to know! According to People Magazine, California officials are currently investigating reported incidents involving the X2 rollercoaster, which has been closed since July 12th. Six Flags has yet to share an official statement regarding the matter; however, “the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health’s (Cal/OSHA) Amusement Ride and Tramway Unit has opened an inspection,” according to People Magazine. ©Six Flags The investigation stemmed from several incidents involving the rollercoaster, including a fire on July 11th and an EMS call on July 5th. The cause of the fire remains unknown, and no injuries were reported on that day. ©KTLA 5 The X2 rollercoaster has also faced issues in years prior. People Magazine also reported on a wrongful death lawsuit that is connected with the attraction, writing, “The ride has also been the subject of a wrongful-death lawsuit stemming from the death of a 22-year-old man, Christopher Hawley, who suffered a fatal brain injury after riding X2 in 2022.” ©Six Flags The attraction does not have an opening timeline at the moment, but we’ll keep you updated with any information that is announced! Stay tuned to DFB for more theme parks news and updates. A NEW Record-Breaking Coaster is Opening at Six Flags Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever been on the X2 rollercoaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

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When’s our next paycheck coming in? We need to get this ENTIRE collection! Pooh and Tigger If you’re a fan of the beloved characters from the Hundred Acre Wood, you’re going to become obsessed with this keychain collection we found on the online Disney Store! It’s one of those collections where you won’t be able to convince yourself that getting one rather than getting them all is ok. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get this Eeyore Keychain ©Disney Store Take a look at this adorable Eeyore Plush Keychain! This is such a cute bag charm for purses, crossbody bags, backpacks, you name it. From the flowers to the pinned-on tail, we love the detail that was put into creating this keychain. view ONline We’re getting this Heffalump Keychain ©Disney Store This Heffalump Plush Keychain might be our favorite one in the whole collection! The Heffalump is carrying a basket with a little bee inside. Displaying this as your bag charm is going to be a standout piece. This is a great grab if you love the Hundred Acre Wood characters, but don’t want to choose the more popular characters. view ON AMAZON We love this Tigger Keychain ©Disney Store The wonderful thing about this Tigger Plush Keychain is that he’s the only one…that will add so much flair to your Disney bag! This Tigger plush is carrying a striped honey pot filled with flowers and a cute little bee. Hopefully Pooh doesn’t get jealous. view ONline Or, you can grab this Kanga and Roo Keychain ©Disney Store There’s also this Kanga and Roo Plush Keychain available online! This keychain is a two-for-one package, because you can’t have Kanga without her Roo. This keychain might be the cutest in the set, as Roo rests in his mother’s pouch, holding a flower. view ONline Don’t forget about Piglet ©Disney Store Piglet fans will want to grab this Piglet Plush Keychain! You know, maybe it’s too hard to say which is the cutest in the collection, because they’re all so dang cute. Piglet’s holding a flower, with a bee resting on it. His little smile is what really does it. view ONline Of course, there’s the Winnie the Pooh Keychain ©Disney Store You can’t have a collection of Hundred Acre Wood characters without the willy, nilly, silly ol’ bear. That’s why you need to grab this Winnie the Pooh Plush Keychain! Pooh is holding a pot filled with flowers, and a bee sits on top of it. View Online We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

Get over to Amazon ASAP before these deals on Disney essentials disappear! BAGSMART Water Bottle Holder Bag We’re always on the lookout for ways to save before our next visit to Disney World, and Amazon often comes through with some big deals. In fact, there are a few right now on some of our favorite essentials! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. This first essential will help you store all your important Disney day items BAGSMART Water Bottle Holder Bag The BAGSMART Water Bottle Holder is currently 25% off on Amazon and lets you hold all of your essentials while remaining hands-free. This bag has a zipper on the side that makes it easier to add and take things out, as well as a small card holder and card slots in the front pocket. Additionally, the top has a drawstring, ensuring nothing will fall out. It’s also water-resistant and can survive in the rain — which is crucial in Central Florida. BUY ON AMAZON Keep your MagicBands charged with this next essential Charging Station for MagicBand+ This Charging Station for MagicBand+ is currently 30% off on Amazon! This nifty device can charge up to four MagicBands at one time. It’s a one-trick pony, but it’s great at what it does! Save all the spare cords and opt for this one big charger! BUY ON AMAZON Sleep easier with this next device Dreamegg Portable Travel White Noise Machine Tiny and portable, the Dreamegg Travel White Noise Machine is currently 5% off on Amazon. This sound machine is great for anyone who wants a truly peaceful sleep or nap. It’s so small that it can fit in the palm of your hand but still packs a punch with 35 different volume levels, 16 different sounds, a timer option, and USB-C charging capabilities! If you struggle with thin walls at Disney World hotels or can’t fall asleep easily when you’re away from home, this goes a long way. BUY ON AMAZON And there you have it! Continue to follow us here at DFB for more Disney updates and great souvenir finds! View the full article

Here at Disney Food Blog, we make sure to keep you informed of all the most important theme park news. And usually that means discussing Disney or Universal. ©Silver Dollar City However, today we are talking about the all-new roller coaster coming to Silver Dollar City in 2027. Silver Dollar City is located near Branson, Missouri, and has just announced that it will be opening the longest family coaster in the Midwest in 2027. Miner’s Mountain Express is the upcoming coaster that is set to be over three minutes long and have 15 airtime moments, which is more than any other coaster in the park. ©Silver Dollar City According to the Silver Dollar City press release, “Miner’s Mountain Express invites guests aboard runaway mine cars racing across Daredevil Pass, dodging boulders, crossing rugged Ozarks terrain and plunging past a flooded mine shaft in search of a lost entrance to Marvel Cave.” ©Silver Dollar City This coaster is being designed so that it can be enjoyed by multiple generations in your family, and all the details are being carefully crafted to lead back to the park’s origin. This coaster already looks like it will be an incredible addition to this popular theme park. In fact, Silver Dollar City is so popular and beloved that it was named America’s #1 Theme Park according to TripAdvisor. ©Silver Dollar City You can view the whole Miner’s Mountain Express teaser video here! We will continue to bring you ALL kinds of theme park news, so stay tuned to Disney Food Blog so you never miss anything! This NEW Dollywood Ride Is Changing All Roller Coasters and We CANNOT Stop Talking About it! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of this theme park news? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Calling all Disney Loungefly fans, we have a new lineup of bags to show you! Loungefly Bags BoxLunch just dropped six new Disney Loungefly bags, and even though they aren’t available to get right now, you can pre-order them. We recommend you do that, because these bags look like they are going to be popular grabs from Disney fans. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. This Aristocats Loungefly is so unique! ©BoxLunch We’ve never seen anything quite like this Marie Bow Loungefly Bag! The bag is inspired by the adorable kitten from Disney’s Aristocats, and in the shape of Marie’s bow. Marie is also printed on the front. It’s a smaller and lighter bag, perfect for Disney evenings when you don’t need to bring as much. view ONline We love this Chip & Dale Loungefly ©BoxLunch This Chip & Dale Loungefly Backpack is so adorable! The bag features the beloved chipmunks designed in a fuzzy texture. They’re sitting in a bowl full of acorns. Unlike the other two, this has a more traditional Loungefly design. The front pocket and main compartment. Suckers for nostalgic Disney are going to want to pre-order this one. view ONline Or, you can grab this Kermit Loungefly Bag ©BoxLunch Muppets fans will want to make sure they can get this Kermit the Frog Loungefly Bag early, before it sells out when it becomes officially available for purchase! The bag features the iconic character sitting back on a log, playing the banjo. You couldn’t ask for a more “Kermit” piece of merchandise. view ONline Don’t forget about this Oogie Boogie Loungefly ©BoxLunch The Oogie Boogie Bash is officially kicking off at Disney California Adventure pretty soon, and we think we found the perfect accessory. Of course, it’s this Oogie Boogie Loungefly Bag! The backpack features a translucent jelly exterior with an all-over bug print and a glowing, light-up lining. What’s not to love about it?! view ONline And finally, there’s this UP Backpack ©BoxLunch Adventure is out there, so make sure to grab this UP Loungefly Backpack for your journey! The bag features a mosaic tile-inspired design, with young Carl and Ellie on the front heart-shaped pocket. You’ll also find floating heart balloons, the iconic grape soda pin, and more movie-inspired touches. view ONline We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

In case you missed it, we are LIVE from D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event D23 events happen annually, but this massive D23 Expo only happens every other year. The big weekend is located in Anaheim, California, and it’s where Disney shares MAJOR theme park news, company announcements, and entertainment updates from all aspects of the company. During Disney’s biggest event, the Entertainment Showcase, we noticed some major news that was missing! Disney, what’s up? If you don’t know, the Entertainment Showcase is a huge deal for theme park fans. This year, the theme park panel was called Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase. The big panel was hosted by actor Neil Patrick Harris, which we would say was legen — wait for it — dary. (If you know, you know). ©Disney The panel took place on August 15th and is easily the biggest aspect of each D23 weekend. This year, during the parks panel, we got news about Villains Land coming to Magic Kingdom, Piston Peak coming to Magic Kingdom, Pueblo Esperanza coming to Animal Kingdom, and MORE! ©Disney We were thrilled to see these updates; there’s no doubt! That being said, there were a few things missing that had us side-eyeing Disney. Avatar Land Coming to Disney California Adventure We did get a look at the new Avatar Land coming to Disney California Adventure at the Imagineering: Horizons pavilion in the form of a new model. While it gives us a look at how the Disneyland Monorail will take us to the land, and a tiny bit of the new boat ride that will be part of the land, we didn’t hear anything about it at the showcase. Avatar Expansion Model at D23 2026 During the Experiences Showcase, Disney didn’t mention this new expansion at all, which we thought was…interesting. We don’t yet have a timeline for when we can expect to see this new land open, so until then, we’ll just be staring at photos of this gorgeous model! We FINALLY Have a Look at Disney’s New Avatar Land Disney’s New Abu Dhabi Park Disney recently talked about how they’re intent on seeing their Abu Dhabi park project through, but didn’t talk about it at all at the Experiences Showcase. ©Disney Well, that’s not entirely true — they mentioned it at the very start of the showcase, but then it never came up again. This is another project that we don’t have a timeline for, we don’t have much concept art for, or really much news at all other than its location and some loose details. Disney’s Abu Dhabi Is Still In Progress No Disney World Space Mountain or Tomorrowland Changes We saw lots of people convinced that Disney would announce some changes, or at least a refurbishment, to the Space Mountain ride located in Magic Kingdom. Alas, there was no mention of such a change, AND it also wasn’t announced that an overhaul is coming to Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland. Space Mountain However, Disney DID announce a massive overhaul coming to Disneyland’s Tomorrowland (though no concrete details or timeline were announced), and we do know that Disneyland Paris’ Space Mountain will be reverted to its original form, which means no more Hyperspace Mountain. Not to mention, Tokyo Disneyland’s Space Mountain is ALSO changing. Basically, Disney World, for now, you’re out of luck. NEWS: Space Mountain Is CHANGING In Two Disney Parks No PLAY! Pavilion Update For years now, the PLAY Pavilion in EPCOT has been left closed off to the general public. Years ago, Disney had plans to revitalize the pavilion and bring it back to life for guests, but those plans were scrapped. It was supposed to be a “digital metropolis” that featured interactive experiences, games, entertainment, hands-on activities, and favorite Disney characters, both virtual and real. ©Disney || Play Pavilion Concept Art It’s been over three years since we heard anything more about the PLAY! Pavilion, and Disney has just seemingly totally forgotten about this part of the park. We’re assuming the thought process is, “it’s gone this long without anyone using it, there’s no harm in waiting a bit longer.” Personally, we’d love to see this spot used again, but we can be patient…if we have to be. Everything We Know About the PLAY! Pavilion Coming to EPCOT Timeline For Disneyland’s New Coco Attraction While we did get LOTS of news about the upcoming Coco attraction coming to Disney California Adventure, including new concept art, a storyline, and more, there was one big thing missing — an opening timeline. ©Disney We do know that the ride will take place a year after the events of the first film, and it’ll be a boat-style attraction with no height requirement that will walk us through Miguel’s memories of his time in the Land of the Dead. The idea of the ride is that music connects us all, and Disney has said it’ll be a ““truly be a beautiful, moving experience full of fun and surprises, leaning heavily into the music and emotion of the cherished Pixar film while inviting you to live Miguel’s journey alongside your own friends and family.” NEW LOOK: You Won’t Believe What’s Coming to Disney’s ‘Coco’ Ride Pecos Bill Restaurant Change To Tiana’s Palace There’s currently a large amount of speculation that Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe in Magic Kingdom’s Frontierland is on its way to becoming Tiana’s Palace, to better fit in with Tiana’s Bayou Adventure being right next door. There was no mention of this possible change during D23. Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe Tiana’s Palace is currently in Disneyland, right near Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, and that’s a big reason it’s assumed this change will eventually also hit Magic Kingdom. For now, we’ll be sticking with Pecos Bill’s, but we’re really curious to see if an announcement is on its way as we get closer and closer to Piston Peak arriving just a few feet away. REVIEW: Should Disney World Turn This Restaurant Into Tiana’s Palace?! Villains Land Shopping, Dining, and Entertainment While we got lots of news on the two attractions coming to Villains Land, as well as the announcement that Cruella is somehow pretty involved in the new land, we didn’t hear any news about the shopping, dining, or additional entertainment coming to the land. ©Disney However, we did learn that the story of the new land has to do with a wishing well. While a wishing well is normally for positive, happy wishes, someone made an evil wish in the well, and it cracked the foundation, causing the evil to spread into the land and corrupt it. The Disney Villains were drawn to the power and are intent on taking it for themselves, and have used it to create the land you see around you. Sounds pretty awesome to us, but we’re hoping we’ll hear details on the other parts of the land soon! Disney Reveals Storyline and Character Inspirations for New Villains Land Monstropolis Suspended Coaster We did get the great news that Monstropolis will be opening in 2027, and the confirmation that the suspended coaster in the land, the first of its kind for Disney, won’t be opening with the rest of the land. However, we didn’t get any sort of opening timeline for the attraction, nor any additional concept art or another look at the ride. ©Disney While we did get a name for the show going into the Glob Theatre (formerly Muppet*Vision 3D), as well as the name of the quick service restaurant going in the land, a name for the coaster wasn’t announced. Maybe we’ll get some in a few months — that’s what we’re hoping for! Disney Quietly Shares 4 NEW Details For Monstropolis Land Firm Timeline For Pueblo Esperanza Disney gave us tons of news on the new rides coming to Pueblo Esperanza in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, including the name of all three rides coming to the area. We know the land is set to open in 2027, but no official, more detailed timeline was shared. Model of Indiana Jones and the Myth of the Jade Serpent While this normally wouldn’t be too much of an issue, we’re already in August 2026, which means we could be just about a year away from opening. Considering many people have to plan their Disney World trips a minimum of a year in advance, the longer Disney holds off on announcing an opening timeline, the harder it’s going to be for people to plan their trips. BIG NEWS! ‘Encanto’ Ride NAME and FIRST LOOK for Disney World New Boardwalk Additions Back in June, Disney announced that three new experiences would be coming to Disney’s BoardWalk at Disney World, but there was no mention of these additions at D23. ©Disney Hurly-Burly is the new lounge coming to the area, suspected to be coming to the former Jellyrolls location. It’s expected to open in late 2026, but no opening date has been revealed. We’re also getting a new Basin on the BoardWalk, as well as a new quick service location, though no news has been released on what type of restaurant it will be, or an opening timeline. We’re hoping to hear more about these additions sooner rather than later! Disney Dropped 3 MAJOR Announcements Including A NEW Quick Service Restaurant Lakeshore Lodge Updates The new hotel coming to Disney World is called Lakeshore Lodge, and while we’ve been getting some pretty steady updates prior to D23, there was no mention of the new hotel at the event. Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge ©Disney The resort is currently set to open in Summer 2027, meaning we’ve got just about a year to go. Earlier this month, Disney released some new concept art for the hotel, introducing a new lounge, a look at the lobby, and a look at two additional restaurants (one quick service, one table service). We do think it was interesting to not hear anything at all about this new hotel, but we’ll keep our eyes peeled for new announcements. Did Disney Just Quietly Confirm A Major Change In Their Latest Announcement? Disney Cruises From Japan Finally, Disney made no mention in their large section about Disney Cruise Line of the new cruises that will be setting sail from Japan. This is in partnership with the Oriental Trading Company, just like Tokyo Disney Resort is a joint ownership between the companies. This could be part of the reason why there was no mention of the new cruises at D23, but we have no way to know for sure. ©Disney — Disney Wish Back in late July, we did get a price point for the new cruises, which is helpful for planning, and we did see that the timeline has changed for the new ships, but that’s about all we’ve gotten recently. Again, we’ll be keeping our eyes peeled! Disney Cruise Line Changes Timelines For 3 Ships We really are working on wearing our patience pants; truly we are! At this point, though, we are ready to pull our hair out waiting on more details. I guess it’s true that beggars can’t be choosers, but Disney, if you’re willing to hear our pleas, we’d be very grateful. This weekend was full of exciting updates, behind-the-scenes secrets, and more. So are we really that upset? No, but don’t tell Disney that. Be sure to keep following DisneyFoodBlog for more Disney news, updates, questions, and more. 2026 D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What news did you want Disney to drop? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

When we’re at EPCOT, we love going to the Japan Pavilion. It’s a great spot for Japanese food, drinks, and dessert, plus there’s a massive shop for all of your souvenir needs. The cutest little EPCOT souvenir! We’ve fallen in love with the Gachapon machines outside of Mitsukoshi Department Store, and for a limited time, you can get a free souvenir there! Last year, the Japan Pavilion surprised Disney fans by adding a vending machine station selling gachapon. Over in Gachapon Corner outside of Mitsukoshi, these adorable vending machines are straight from Japan, featuring Gachapons, a toy vending machine that gives you a random small toy or collectible that’s super popular in Japan. It’s like a blind box, but more of an experience! So many options! These Gachapon machines turn a year old soon, and Mitsukoshi is doing a buy-one-get-one deal to celebrate. Beginning August 20th at 10:30 AM, you can purchase any Gachapon and then come inside Mitsukoshi Merchandise to receive a FREE Gachapon tote bag or Gachapon sticker, while supplies last. A Mitsukoshi employee gave us a sneak peek of the freebie options, and they’re SO cute. ©Mitsukoshi Department Store Gachapon Corner has a wide selection of Gachapon toys to choose from, featuring Japanese characters like Hello Kitty and Sailor Moon, anime like Dragon Ball Z and JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, or animals like whales and dinosaurs. One of our favorites is the Hello Kitty dessert Gachapon, featuring Hello Kitty and Friends as ice cream, where we got this super cute Cinnamoroll ice cream sundae! We love him! We’ll be sure to keep you updated on more EPCOT deals and promos, because who doesn’t love a good deal? Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Disney World news! Disney Adults Have Adopted A New Japan Pavilion Trend Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be taking advantage of this buy-one-get-one deal? Comment below! View the full article

September in Disney World is one of the sweetest windows on the calendar, but if you’re visiting this year, you’ll want to know what is closed. We love the scarecrows! The summer crowds thin out, the Florida heat starts (slowly) to ease up, and EPCOT gears up for fall festival season. It’s a favorite time for savvy Disney fans to visit, but before you lock in your September plans, there are a handful of closures across the parks and Resort hotels you’ll want to know about. Here’s everything that’s closed in Disney World this September. 1. Walt Disney World Railroad – Frontierland Station The Walt Disney World Railroad has been running in modified “shuttle mode” for a while now, and that continues into September. To make way for Magic Kingdom’s massive expansion project, Frontierland Station remains closed, so the train currently only stops at the Main Street, U.S.A. and Fantasyland stations. No reopening date has been announced yet. Walt Disney World Railroad 2. Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress This nostalgic Tomorrowland attraction is taking a well-deserved rest. Carousel of Progress closed to make way for major updates to the show, and Disney has said it expects the attraction to return sometime in 2027. So if you were hoping to sing along to “There’s a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow” on your September trip, you’ll have to wait a while longer. Carousel of Progress 3. Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon One of Disney World’s two water parks is taking its annual break this month. Typhoon Lagoon‘s last day of operation is September 8th, with the park closing the very next day, September 9th, for seasonal refurbishment. Disney hasn’t announced a reopening date yet, but in the meantime, Blizzard Beach will remain open for guests who want to cool off. Typhoon Lagoon 4. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Guests staying at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge — Kidani Village will notice some changes this September. Beginning August 17th, the lobby and nearby areas are undergoing a phased refurbishment expected to wrap up in early November. Here’s the breakdown: Aug. 17 – Oct. 9: The main lobby and primary entrance are closed, with check-in temporarily relocated to the Palace Library. Sept. 28 – Oct. 9: The north side lobby corridor closes as well, taking the north side lobby elevators (second floor) and the outdoor terrace observation deck out of service along with it. Kidani Village Lobby 5. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Grand Floridian Cafe is closed for a refresh through October. The good news? Brunch isn’t going anywhere — it’s simply moved over to Citricos for the time being. The Grand Floridian Cafe should have reopened by 2027. 6. Disney’s Old Key West Resort It’s not a room or amenity at the Resort itself, but Disney’s Lake Buena Vista Golf Course is temporarily closed for renovations through October, and that closure may affect the views from some Old Key West Resort rooms that overlook the course. Lake Buena Vista Golf Course 7. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Tiki drink fans, take note: Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace is closed through late October due to refurbishment work taking place at the Grand Ceremonial House. Closed for now 8. Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa The Turf Club Bar & Grill is in the middle of a refurbishment that runs now through late September. During the late August through late September stretch specifically, the Turf Club Bar & Grill will be closed, though the Turf Club Lounge will remain open for guests. Turf Club Bar & Grill September might be a quieter month at Disney World, but it’s clearly a busy one behind the scenes. None of these closures should be dealbreakers for a fall trip, but they’re worth factoring into your plans. As always, keep checking back with DisneyFoodBlog.com for the latest updates on closures, openings, and everything else happening around Disney World and beyond! Grab Your Chopsticks! Disney’s Monsters, Inc. Land Just Hit A MAJOR Milestone Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW View the full article