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Jul- 2026 -8 July
Disney World’s New EPCOT Spot Suffers Failure Just One Week Into Operation
Guests usually expect Disney's newest offerings to make a strong first impression. After months of planning, construction, and testing, opening week is when every detail is supposed to come together. That's why one of EPCOT's latest additions has drawn unexpected attention just days after making its debut. The location remains open, and visitors continue to stop by throughout the day. However, one
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8 July
Disney World Guests Lose Magic Kingdom Late-Night Access as Hollywood Studios Gets Exclusive Perk
Planning a Walt Disney World trip this September? One upcoming schedule change may end up saving guests far more time than they expect. Disney is moving one of its September Extended Evening Hours events from Magic Kingdom to Disney's Hollywood Studios. The change affects only one night, but it has the potential to improve the guest experience across two different parks. Instead of keeping eligibl
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8 July
Epic Universe’s Pizza Obsession Just Went to a Whole New Level
The most talked-about pizza in Orlando theme park history just pulled a power move. Pizza Moon, the Celestial Park pizzeria that has had Epic Universe guests in a chokehold since opening day, is no longer making anyone come inside to get it. A brand-new pickup stand has appeared right outside the restaurant, and it changes the entire equation. Mobile order. Walk up. Take your pizza and run. That's
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8 July
Disney Jigsaw Puzzle: Galaxy’s Edge Storm Troopers
Step into the world of Star Wars at Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, where the excitement is palpable and the adventure is endless. 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-Themed Puzzles Mandalorian and Grogu in Galaxy’s Edge
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8 July
Dwayne Johnson’s New Disney Movie May Get Franchise Cancelled
Disney is about to find out whether audiences still want live-action remakes — and the early signs aren't encouraging. The studio's Moana reimagining lands in theaters July 10, arriving in the shadow of last year's Snow White (2025), a critically and commercially bruising release starring Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot under director Marc Webb. That film's struggles led some to speculate Disney might
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8 July
Disney Cruise Line Is Shutting It All Down for 24 Hours
This week, Disney Cruise Line will have a complete shutdown of its booking operations for one full day. During this time, there will be no reservations, check-ins, excursions, or phone support available for accessing your sailing information. The system will be offline from Thursday morning until Friday morning. However, it’s important to note that Disney has planned this shutdown in advance. The
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8 July
Countless ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Fans Will Get an Exclusive Version of the Film!
Spider-Man fans heading to theaters later this month won't all be seeing the same version of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's latest wall-crawling adventure. Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige has confirmed that Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026) will receive a unique theatrical version in Japan, giving audiences there an exclusive addition not included in the standard release. Two Versions of Spid
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8 July
Marvel’s Next Spider-Man Has Already Been Chosen!
Tom Holland has once again made it clear who he hopes will eventually inherit the Spider-Man mantle in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. While promoting Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026), the actor revealed that bringing Miles Morales into the MCU remains one of his biggest ambitions for the franchise's future. Holland first appeared as Peter Parker in Captain America: Civil War (2016), later reprisin
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7 July
After Two Years, Disneyland Closes One of Its Newest Resort Areas
Construction walls have come down from the pool deck at Disneyland Resort‘s Pixar Place Hotel, but, unfortunately, guests hoping to soak in the hot tub will have to keep waiting. The Walls Are Down, but the Water Is Off-Limits On July 7, WDWNT reported that the construction barriers surrounding the hot tub area on the third-floor pool deck at the Pixar Place Hotel have been removed, offering
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7 July
Pirates of the Caribbean Attraction Fails To Open on July 7
Pirates of the Caribbean didn't make it to opening time on Tuesday. As of the early afternoon, the New Orleans Square attraction still hadn't welcomed a single Disneyland Park guest. Closed Since Before the Park Opened Pirates of the Caribbean failed to open alongside the rest of Disneyland Park at 8:00 a.m. on July 7. By early afternoon, the official Disneyland Resort app still listed the boat ri
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