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  • Aug- 2026 -
    19 August
    Disney Skyliner gondolas soar over the parking lot at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, with the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror in the background
    Brittni Ward
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    Disney World Transportation Failure Leaves Skyliner Guests Facing 2-Hour Trips

    Walt Disney World guests trying to get back to their resorts Tuesday night ran into a transportation headache that lasted much longer than anyone would want at the end of a park day. Problems with the Disney Skyliner created major delays, leaving long lines of guests waiting to continue their trips. Disney eventually brought in buses to help move visitors to their destinations, but some guests rep

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  • 19 August
    A family of four walks past the Universal Studios Hollywood globe at the entrance to the Southern California theme park. Hogwarts Always Universal Studios Hollywood.
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    ‘A Disappointment’: Restrictive Seats on Universal’s New Coaster Lock Out Guests

    Months of anticipation are finally turning into actual rides aboard Universal Studios Hollywood's newest coaster. For some visitors, though, the experience has ended much sooner than expected. Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift is already putting guests on the track ahead of its official grand opening. That early access has given Universal fans their first chance to see whether the ambitious coaster

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  • 19 August
    The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Epic Universe
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    Universal Alters Major ‘Harry Potter’ Attraction Just 1 Year After Opening

    Epic Universe is barely into its second year, but Universal is already making changes to one of the park's biggest attractions. Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry opened alongside Epic Universe in May 2025 as the centerpiece of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic. Since then, the attraction has become one of the park's biggest draws, regularly attracting lengthy waits.

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  • 19 August
    This image shows a lush, green environment with trees and foliage surrounding a wooden entryway. In the background, there is a water tower with "Tiana's Foods" written on it. The sky is blue with scattered clouds.
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    Disneyland Takes Last-Ditch Action to Prevent Major Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Changes

    Disneyland has made its warning to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure riders stronger than ever, and there may not be many options left if guests continue ignoring it. Twelve new safety signs have appeared around the attraction, primarily throughout its queues. They arrive after several incidents involving children standing up or climbing out of ride vehicles while Tiana’s Bayou Adventure was operating. Howe

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  • 19 August
    The esplanade between Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park on a sunny day with cast members in the background near the entrance. Disneyland hazmat incident
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    Disney Closes Gates at California Adventure Theme Park, Effective August 19

    A mysterious construction project has appeared at Disney California Adventure Park, and while Disneyland Resort hasn't said a word about what's being built, a recent announcement may have already given it away. Construction Appears Between Carthay Circle and Avengers Campus On Wednesday, WDWNT reported that Disneyland Resort had begun construction at Disney California Adventure Park in the area ac

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  • 19 August
    three young adults laughing and drinking together at EPCOT's food and wine festival
    Sarah Larson
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    EPCOT Festival Warning: Disney Delays Core Food & Wine Offerings Past Opening Day

    The countdown to EPCOT's annual Food & Wine Festival is nearly over, but guests arriving at the beginning of the event may notice a few missing pieces. The 2026 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival starts August 27 at Walt Disney World, bringing Global Marketplaces, specialty drinks, and entertainment back to the park. However, not every marketplace will begin serving food that day. Several lo

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  • 19 August
    Thor (Chris Hemsworth) in the 'Avengers: Doomsday' trailer
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    Report: Disney Suspends ‘Avengers’ Movie After Recent MCU Reset Revealed

    Avengers: Secret Wars (2027) has entered a production pause, with filming not expected to pick back up until close to the end of September, according to Filmbase. The five-week gap lands at an odd moment for Marvel Studios, which is simultaneously trying to close out post-production on Avengers: Doomsday (2026) while getting its 2027 follow-up off the ground. Whether cameras had officially started

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  • 19 August
    The Mandalorian
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    ‘Star Wars’ Casts MCU Star to Replace Fan-Favorite on Disney+ After Actor’s Death

    One of Star Wars’ upcoming Disney+ releases carries an emotional connection audiences may not expect. The project brings viewers back to a familiar corner of the galaxy, revisiting major characters from the franchise’s streaming era. Yet one return comes with circumstances that separate it from the others. Lucasfilm faced a decision after losing a beloved member of the Star Wars family. Its answer

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  • 19 August
    Disney characters Goofy, Minnie Mouse, Mickey Mouse, Pluto, and Donald Duck wear Halloween costumes and pose together at a festive halloween party in a foggy, colorful setting with castle-like decorations in the background at Magic Kingdom.
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    Disney World Confirms 16+ Nights of Restricted Magic Kingdom Access

    Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party may run for weeks at Magic Kingdom, but guests shouldn't assume that means they have weeks to decide whether they want tickets. Disney World has already sold out a sizable portion of its 2026 Halloween party calendar, and the list continues to grow. As of August 18, 16 dates had reached capacity. The latest group included August 23, October 8, and October 15,

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  • 19 August
    A graphic promoting a daily jigsaw puzzle featuring EPCOT's Spaceship Earth. The left side shows the text "Daily Jigsaw Puzzle" with a logo, while the right side displays a photo of Spaceship Earth behind a garden with pink flowers. Text at the bottom reads "EPCOT’s Spaceship Earth.
    Jamie Sylvester
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    Disney Jigsaw Puzzle: EPCOT’s Spaceship Earth

    Welcome to the heart of EPCOT at Walt Disney World, where you’ll be greeted by the stunning and iconic Spaceship Earth! 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 Disney Skyliner Disney’s Mary Blair Grand Canyon Mural Partner

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