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Feb- 2026 -14 February
Disney Park Confirms Space Mountain Shutdown
Space Mountain is preparing to go offline at one Disney park later this month, marking the latest change for one of the company’s longest-running attractions. The closure during a period of renewed attention on Space Mountain globally. Several versions of the ride are currently undergoing or planning major transformations, signaling a broader reassessment of how the attraction functions across Dis
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14 February
End of an Era: Jon Favreau Abandoning ‘Star Wars’ Amid ‘Mandalorian’ Uncertainty
Jon Favreau appears set to step away from Star Wars following the release of The Mandalorian and Grogu (2026), closing a seven-year period in which he emerged as one of Lucasfilm’s most influential modern creators. Favreau’s departure would mark a significant shift for the franchise. Since 2019, his work has defined Star Wars’ transition from theatrical spectacle to streaming-focused storytelling,
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14 February
Scaffolding and Silence: Why Big Thunder Mountain’s Reopening Is Sliding Toward a “Summer Bummer”
Frontierland has always been the heartbeat of the Magic Kingdom, defined by the rhythmic clack-clack-clack of a lift hill and the delighted screams of guests on “the wildest ride in the wilderness.” But for more than a year, a strange silence has hung over the back of the park. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has been under wraps for its most extensive refurbishment in history, with Disn
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14 February
3 Months After This Attraction Experience Opened, It Was Swiftly Removed by Universal Orlando Resort
For many parents visiting Universal Orlando Resort, the magic isn’t just in roller coasters and cinematic thrills. It’s in the small details — the shaded benches, interactive elements, and especially water play areas that provide a much-needed escape from Florida’s relentless heat. In a park where temperatures routinely climb into the 90s, splash pads aren’t just a perk; they’re survival tools. Th
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14 February
Disney Is Giving Away Free Therapy to Streaming Platform Subscribers
Disney+ has introduced two new subscriber perks unrelated to streaming: six months of Calm Premium for free and a sweepstakes for Disney romantasy book bundles. These additions come after a steep decline in subscribers during 2024 and 2025, following earlier perks like Spotify Premium trials and Disneyland trip giveaways. This move highlights that simply adding new Marvel and Star Wars content isn
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14 February
UPDATE: Disney’s ‘Star Wars’ and Marvel Crossover Is Dead
We have an update on those Star Wars and Marvel rumors – and it's not looking good. Speculation around a potential crossover between Disney’s two most valuable franchises picked up steam earlier this month, prompting renewed discussion about how far the company might be willing to go to reinvigorate both brands. Ongoing Struggles for ‘Star Wars' and the Marvel Cinematic Universe The rumor su
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14 February
Broadway Star Just Spilled a Secret That Tangled Is Coming to the Stage
Ashley Brown, the original Mary Poppins on Broadway, hinted that Tangled may become Disney's next Broadway musical during her performance at EPCOT's Festival of the Arts on February 13. While not an official announcement, her choice to sing a Tangled song and her comments about Disney's future plans strongly suggested that it was in development. Disney has previously used EPCOT's concert series to
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14 February
5 Disney World Shakeups Set to Arrive With Josh D’Amaro as CEO
Disney has officially announced that Josh D’Amaro will become Disney’s next CEO, replacing Bob Iger on March 18, 2026. That’s a major moment for the company, but it’s an even bigger deal for Walt Disney World. D’Amaro has been a driving force behind Disney’s theme park strategy for years, and now he’s about to lead the entire company. That kind of shift almost always comes with significant changes
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14 February
Disney Parade Goes Dark at Magic Kingdom
Something didn’t look quite right along the parade route at Magic Kingdom on Friday night. For nearly a decade, nighttime parades were absent from Magic Kingdom, quietly removed from an entertainment lineup once defined by illuminated floats and synchronized music. Their disappearance reshaped how evenings ended, even as fireworks and projection shows filled the schedule. Nighttime parades were on
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14 February
Disney World Guests Wave Goodbye to Theme Park as Closure Imminent
A seasonal goodbye is on the horizon at Walt Disney World Resort, and it’s one that water park fans should have on their radar. Disney has confirmed that Typhoon Lagoon will close for its annual refurbishment beginning in mid-February, just as Blizzard Beach wraps up its own off-season maintenance and reopens to guests. For several months this spring, Blizzard Beach will stand as the resort’s only
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