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Feb- 2026 -25 February
Cinderella Castle Repaint Takes Major Turn With Moat Drained, Lifts Installed
There’s something surreal about watching heavy machinery sit where water once reflected fireworks. That’s exactly what guests are seeing right now at Magic Kingdom. Cinderella Castle remains the park’s shining icon, but the scene surrounding it has changed dramatically. The moat has been drained. Towering boom lifts now sit inside the basin. Scaffolding platforms line portions of the façade. And t
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25 February
2028 Timeline Revealed for E.T. Adventure Updates at Universal
The forest still smells the same when you step into the queue, but behind the scenes, the future of one of Universal’s most beloved rides may already be in motion. Universal has filed a Notice of Commencement tied to E.T. Adventure that does not expire until November 5, 2028. That timeline is what’s catching attention. While the company has not announced a closure or formal reimagining, a permit s
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25 February
Disney’s Monorail System Shut Down Effective February 25
Disneyland Resort's Monorail system abruptly closed on Wednesday morning, forcing guests to walk to Disneyland Park's main entrance instead of taking the tram from Downtown Disney District to Tomorrowland. X (formerly known as Twitter) user @laughingplace posted photos on February 25 of a sign stating that the “Disneyland Monorail is currently unavailable”: Strolling through Downtown D
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25 February
Disney Confirms New ‘Rogue One’ Prequel, Replacing ‘Andor’
Nearly ten years after Rogue One: A Star Wars Story premiered, Disney is reshaping how audiences experience the film, again. The first shift came with the return of Star Wars: Andor in April 2025. After sitting out 2023 and 2024, the Disney+ series resumed with a second season that did more than chart Cassian Andor’s path toward rebellion. It reframed the events of Rogue One in ways that ripple fo
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25 February
Major Area Disappears as Universal Orlando Land Undergoes Permanent Change
Universal Orlando Resort didn’t need a press release to spark conversation. Guests did that on their own. Inside one of the resort’s newest themed lands, a very important attraction just vanished. No refurbishment notice. No construction walls. Just a paved-over section where water once flowed, and kids once played. When something this fresh disappears, it doesn’t feel routine. It feels deliberate
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25 February
Marvel Wants a Different, More Unique Thor in the MCU Moving Forward
Thor’s story in the Marvel Cinematic Universe has taken more tonal swings than almost any other hero. Now, Avengers: Doomsday appears ready to recalibrate once again. Unveiled at the end of 2025, Marvel Studios’ first Thor-centric look at 2026’s Avengers: Doomsday places the God of Thunder in markedly somber territory. The teaser trades overt comedy for reflection, loss, and legacy — an approach t
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25 February
Universal’s Epic Universe Under Fire: Lawsuit Claims Harry Potter Ride “Plagued” by Malfunctions
For many theme park fans, stepping inside a new park represents more than just another vacation stop — it’s the promise of immersion, innovation, and unforgettable storytelling. That expectation has been especially strong surrounding Universal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe, a highly anticipated addition that has captured global attention for its cutting-edge attractions and immersive lands inspir
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25 February
Another Disney Chief Executive Has Exited the Company
The succession plan at The Walt Disney Company is finally locked in. Bob Iger will step down as CEO on March 18, 2026, closing out a return engagement that reshaped Disney during one of the most unsettled stretches in its history. In his place, the company’s board has tapped Josh D’Amaro, the current Chairman of Disney Experiences, to guide the next phase of the entertainment titan’s evolution. Ig
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25 February
Disney Announces Replacement for Tower of Terror Structure
The last remnant of Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at Disney California Adventure Park is being transformed into an outdoor dining area nearly a decade after the attraction closed. On February 25, Disney cast members were spotted repainting the ride's former FastPass kiosk gray and orange. WDWNT documented the work showing much of the front side now displays the new color scheme, though some Tower
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25 February
Hair Falls Off Disney Princess in Polarizing Theme Park Attraction Finale
Tiana's Bayou Adventure has been generating the wrong kind of headlines for most of its short existence, and this week a viral video added a new chapter to that story that is genuinely hard to look away from. The attraction opened at Magic Kingdom as the successor to Splash Mountain, built around The Princess and the Frog and positioned as a meaningful addition to the park's roster. The ambitions
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