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Feb- 2026 -17 February
Disney Confirms Shutdown of Jungle Cruise, Effective February 17
The Jungle Cruise at Disneyland Park has closed indefinitely, with no announced reopening date, forcing theme park guests to navigate around construction walls that now block the Adventureland attraction's entrance. The closure began on Tuesday, February 17, as part of a previously announced scheduled refurbishment. Disneyland Resort has not provided details about the project's scope or timeline.
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17 February
Magic Kingdom 2026: Reopening Dates for Big Thunder Mountain and Buzz Lightyear
Magic Kingdom is heading into a big year in 2026, and for many Disney fans, the excitement isn’t just about new lands or future expansions. It’s about something much more immediate: the return of two classic attractions that have been either closed or heavily rumored to be undergoing major work behind the scenes. Disney has already confirmed that Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and Buzz Lightyear’s
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17 February
Knott’s Berry Farm Just Beat Disney at Its Own Game With This Massive Food Festival
Knott's Berry Farm is gearing up for its Boysenberry Festival, running March 13 through April 12, 2026. This year features over 100 food items, offering exceptional variety and value that rivals Disney's EPCOT festivals. Knott's has adopted the EPCOT festival format with specialty food booths, tasting cards, artisan vendors, and live entertainment, but with the distinctive advantage of a culinary
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17 February
Disney World Scrambles to Fix Major Slinky Dog Dash Problem Overnight
If you’ve been to Disney World recently, you’ve probably noticed something: fans are watching Disney closer than ever. Not in a fun way, either. It feels like guests are constantly looking for signs that the parks are slipping—whether that means dirty queues, broken props, faded paint, or iconic landmarks that suddenly look like they’ve been neglected. And once something looks questionable, the in
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17 February
Disney World Surprises Guests With New Stitch Attraction, Open Now
A Stitch topiary attraction has returned to Walt Disney World Resort for the first time since 2019, appearing ahead of the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival's March 4 start date. The blue alien—rendered in green foliage—sits in front of Mission: SPACE in the World Discovery neighborhood. Walt Disney World Resort surprised guests with the installation on February 17, according to BlogMic
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17 February
Disney Vacation Plans Upended After Mass Cancellations
Premium cruise vacations represent significant financial and emotional investments for families planning dream getaways months or years in advance. Disney Cruise Line positions itself at the luxury end of the market, commanding prices that exceed most competitors while promising experiences justifying those premiums through signature service, immersive theming, and the magical touches that define
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17 February
Disney World’s ‘Star Wars’ Area Barricaded for Imminent Demolition
Star Wars Launch Bay at Disney's Hollywood Studios is being demolished as Walt Disney World Resort transforms the Animation Courtyard into the new Walt Disney Studios land opening summer 2026. Aerial photographer @bioreconstruct documented the demolition progress, showing crews have completely removed the Lucasfilm-inspired signage and overhang roof from the former Star Wars building. The structur
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17 February
Haunted Mansion Now Hidden From Walt Disney World Guests
The Haunted Mansion has anchored Liberty Square since Magic Kingdom opened its gates in October 1971, establishing itself as one of Walt Disney World's most enduring attractions through five decades of operation. The Gothic revival mansion overlooks what was once the Rivers of America, its deliberately weathered facade and overgrown cemetery creating an atmosphere of foreboding elegance that contr
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17 February
End of an Era: Silver Dollar City Confirms Iconic Coaster Is Closing
Silver Dollar City has confirmed a major change that’s going to hit longtime visitors right in the nostalgia. The Branson theme park announced that its classic runaway mine train coaster, Thunderation, will officially close after the 2026 season. The attraction has been a fixture at Silver Dollar City for more than 30 years, and its retirement marks the end of one of the park’s most memorable eras
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17 February
Tom Cruise Is Now the Biggest Problem Facing ‘Pirates of the Caribbean 6’
For years now, Disney fans have been stuck in the same exhausting cycle when it comes to Pirates of the Caribbean 6. Every few months, the rumors flare back up. Someone claims a script is in the works. Another report suggests a major casting decision is close. And then… nothing happens. At this point, Pirates 6 has started to feel like the sequel that exists more in headlines than in reality. But
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