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Jul- 2026 -9 July
Magic Kingdom Finally Delivers the Haunted Mansion Upgrade Fans Have Demanded
Halloween may still be months away, but Disney is already giving Haunted Mansion fans a reason to get excited. One of Magic Kingdom's most recognizable attractions is taking center stage once again, thanks to a major announcement celebrating the ride in a way many longtime fans have long wanted to see. The attraction itself isn't changing, but Disney is expanding how guests can enjoy Haunted Mansi
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9 July
Disney Jigsaw Puzzle: M&M Store Disney Springs
Step into a world of color and sweetness at the M&M Store in Disney Springs, where chocolate lovers of all ages can indulge in a rainbow of delicious fun! Quick Tip: Do you want to make the puzzle easier or more challenging? Select the grid option to adjust the number of pieces before pressing “OK” to start the puzzle. Jigsaw Puzzle Experience More Disney Springs-Themed Puzzles DisneyStyle at Disn
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9 July
Leaked ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Twist Reportedly Undoes Steve Rogers’ Final MCU Scene
For years, Marvel fans largely agreed that Steve Rogers received one of the MCU's most satisfying endings. Avengers: Endgame (2019) wrapped up Captain America's story with an emotional farewell that seemed to close the book on his time as Earth's First Avenger. Now, however, newly revealed footage from Avengers: Doomsday (2026) has reopened that conversation in a major way. Rather than simply conf
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9 July
The Cheetah Girls Are Coming Back and This One Feels Different
Some announcements hit differently than others. We cover a lot of Disney news in this space. New snacks, park updates, character meet-and-greets, and seasonal collections. And we love all of it. But every once in a while, something comes across the desk that makes us stop, reread it twice, and just sit with it for a minute. This week, that something was the official greenlight of The Cheetah Girls
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9 July
Food & Wine Festival Takes Physical Shape as Surprise Addition Appears at EPCOT
The 2026 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival won't officially open for several more weeks, but Disney isn't waiting until late August to get started. Guests visiting EPCOT are already spotting early signs that one of the park's most popular events is on the way. The changes aren't the finished product just yet, but they're enough to show that festival season is officially taking shape. If you
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9 July
Disney World Unlocks Unexpected July Bonus for Annual Passholders
Disney has given Walt Disney World Annual Passholders another welcome surprise this July. Guests who enjoy making spur-of-the-moment visits now have even more opportunities to head to the parks without worrying about one part of the planning process. The latest update expands a benefit many passholders already watch closely throughout the year. While it doesn't eliminate reservation requirements,
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9 July
The End of Free Disney Holiday Magic? Rumored Monorail Restrictions Could Ban Casual Resort Hoppers
The holiday season at Walt Disney World has always been about more than just the theme parks. For generations of locals and tourists alike, bundling up and “resort hopping” around the Magic Kingdom monorail loop has been a cherished, completely free winter tradition. The deluxe hotels transform into winter wonderlands, offering towering Christmas trees, festive music, and spectacular t
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9 July
Vanessa Bryant’s Disney Kobe Tribute Will Make Every Fan Emotional
There are moments in the Disney community that stop you in your tracks. Not because of a new ride announcement or a limited-edition treat, but because something surfaces that reminds you why this place, these characters, and this whole world we love so much actually matters. This week, Vanessa Bryant gave us one of those moments, and it did not come from inside the parks at all. On July 7, Vanessa
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9 July
New Dining Measures Now in Place at Multiple Disney World Locations
Disney is continuing to adjust how guests order food across Walt Disney World, with a new pilot program giving visitors with food allergies a faster path to assistance at select resort restaurants. According to Kenny the Pirate, participating quick-service locations at Disney's Art of Animation Resort, Disney's All-Star Movies Resort, and Disney's Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter have introduc
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8 July
Disney May Finally Have To Add Seatbelts After Second Child Exits Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
Disney has long trusted guests to do one simple thing on its classic boat rides: stay seated until the attraction comes to a complete stop. That expectation has allowed attractions like Pirates of the Caribbean, “it's a small world,” and Tiana's Bayou Adventure to operate for decades without the restraint systems found on many thrill rides. Now, after a second child reportedly climbed
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