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Jul- 2026 -15 July
Disney World Breaks Ground on 12.5-Acre Expansion at Magic Kingdom
Walt Disney World Resort is clearing significant ground near Magic Kingdom Park — not for any new attractions, but for the team that will build them. Land Cleared at the STOLport Site On July 15, WDWNT reported that a substantial amount of land had been cleared at what Walt Disney World Resort refers to as the STOLport site, located outside Magic Kingdom Park on the former grounds of the Walt Disn
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15 July
Universal Orlando Starts Giving Away Free Halloween Horror Nights Tickets to Select Guests
One of Universal Orlando Resort's most popular Annual Pass benefits is finally about to become available. Starting next week, eligible Premier Annual Passholders can reserve their complimentary ticket to Halloween Horror Nights 35, allowing them to experience one night of the separately ticketed event at no additional cost. Reservations officially open Tuesday, July 21, after noon, giving thousand
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15 July
Police Investigating Reported Vehicle Theft Near Magic Kingdom at Disney World
Law enforcement responded to a reported stolen vehicle Tuesday evening in the Magic Kingdom resort area of Walt Disney World, though many questions about the incident remain unanswered. The report first surfaced through the X account Walt Disney World: Active Calls, which shares active Orange County Sheriff's Office dispatch information from around the resort. According to the post, deputies were
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15 July
Guests Are Skipping Disney Springs After Disney’s Latest Policy Change
There's no denying that Disney Springs remains one of Walt Disney World's most popular destinations. It combines world-class restaurants, unique shopping, live entertainment, and beautiful waterfront views without requiring guests to purchase a theme park ticket. Even so, not everyone is as excited to visit as they once were. Recent transportation changes have sparked criticism among many local Di
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15 July
Disney Confirms Chemical Reaction Damaged Cinderella Castle, Reveals What Happened
Cinderella Castle has always been one of the most photographed landmarks at Walt Disney World, making even the smallest changes impossible for dedicated Disney fans to miss. Over the past several months, guests visiting Magic Kingdom began noticing unusual bubbling on portions of the castle's rooftops. Photos circulated online as fans tried to determine what was causing the strange appearance, wit
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15 July
Universal Abruptly Moves Up ‘Fast & Furious’ Ride Closure by One Full Year
Universal Orlando has unexpectedly accelerated the retirement of one of its most controversial attractions. The resort has confirmed that Fast & Furious: Supercharged will permanently close on August 17, 2026, moving the attraction's closure roughly a full year ahead of the previously announced 2027 timeline. For guests planning future visits, that means there's far less time left than many antici
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15 July
Disney World Removes Police From Theme Park Property, Effective July 15
A long-standing security fixture outside Disney's Hollywood Studios has been replaced overnight. Concrete Barriers Replace the Police Vehicle WDWNT reported on July 15 that the Orange County Sheriff's Office vehicle, which had been a permanent presence outside the entrance to Disney's Hollywood Studios, is no longer there. In its place, Walt Disney World Resort has installed three concrete barrier
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15 July
Just Months After ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Was Released, ‘Star Wars’ Has Confirmed New Mando Series for Disney+
The Mandalorian is heading back to Disney+, but not with the long-discussed fourth season fans once expected. Lucasfilm has officially announced LEGO Star Wars: The Mandalorian (2026), an animated special that reimagines moments from all three seasons of the hit live-action series. The project arrives just months after The Mandalorian and Grogu (2026) concluded its theatrical run, giving audiences
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15 July
Six Oogie Boogie Bash Dates Are Gone as Disneyland Halloween Demand Surges
Halloween may still be months away, but Disney fans are already proving just how popular Oogie Boogie Bash remains. Disneyland Resort has now sold out six nights for the 2026 edition of the separately ticketed Halloween event at Disney California Adventure, continuing a pattern that has become increasingly common over the past several years. The first two dates to reach capacity were Halloween its
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15 July
Disney World Releases Cinderella Castle Suite at Magic Kingdom, Open To Guests
Very few Disney experiences are as difficult to access as spending the night inside Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom. Although millions of guests pass beneath its towers every year, the castle's private suite remains unavailable through Disney's regular booking system. Instead, overnight stays are reserved for select promotions, invited guests, and special charitable initiatives. Cinderella Cast
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