News
Disney Fanatic is here to deliver the latest in Disney news from The Walt Disney Company and beyond.
-
May- 2026 -7 May
Disney World Just Made Vacations More Expensive for Families With Children
A price increase is coming to one of Walt Disney World Resort's most prestigious dining rooms, and families with young children are the ones who will feel it. The Change Coming to California Grill Starting June 2, 2026, the children's prix-fixe course at California Grill will cost $42, up from its current rate of $39. The $3 increase represents just under an 8% jump and lands exclusively on the ki
Read More » -
7 May
Disney Begins Immediate Construction Project at Tower of Terror in Hollywood Studios
Disney has officially started a new construction project at one of the most recognizable attractions in Walt Disney World. Guests visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios are now encountering visible refurbishment work throughout portions of The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror queue as Disney moves forward with a fresh round of exterior maintenance. The attraction itself remains open, and guests can stil
Read More » -
7 May
National Weather Service Issues Rare Red Flag Warning Across Walt Disney World Area
Guests heading to Walt Disney World today are walking into more than just another hot Florida day. Central Florida is currently under a Red Flag Warning as dangerous heat and dry conditions settle across the region, creating one of the hottest weather stretches the area has seen so far this year. For many Disney visitors, May usually feels like a sweet spot. Summer crowds haven’t fully arrived yet
Read More » -
7 May
Massive Crowds Forced to Exit Magic Kingdom as Early Closure Takes Effect This Month
Walt Disney World has confirmed a schedule update that could change how guests approach their visit to Magic Kingdom this month. It’s not the kind of announcement that immediately grabs attention, but once you dig into the details, it becomes clear this is more than a small adjustment. Disney has reduced operating hours for one date, and while there’s a clear purpose behind it, the impact will be
Read More » -
7 May
Jurassic Park Replacing a Universal Classic as Major Islands of Adventure Closure Confirmed
Universal Orlando just confirmed another major change for Islands of Adventure, and this one feels much bigger than a normal restaurant refurbishment. Thunder Falls Terrace inside Jurassic Park will permanently close later this summer before returning in 2027 as a completely reimagined dining experience. Universal says the replacement will become the new signature full-service restaurant for Islan
Read More » -
7 May
Disney World Set to Clear Out 30% of May 2026 Crowds as Major Ticket Deadline Hits
Not every Disney World trip feels the same. Some visits come with packed crowds, long waits, and a constant need to plan every move. Others feel a little easier, like the parks finally give you some breathing room. There’s a stretch coming up where that second experience might actually happen. It’s not obvious at first glance, and it won’t stick around for long. But for guests willing to time thin
Read More » -
7 May
Disney World Guests Rush To Grab Merch After Rare 45% Parkwide Markdown
Disney World guests are used to high merchandise prices. In fact, many visitors almost expect sticker shock at this point when they walk into stores along Main Street, U.S.A. or browse resort gift shops late at night after leaving the parks. That’s why a new markdown spreading across Walt Disney World has started getting so much attention online. Guests have begun spotting a surprisingly deep disc
Read More » -
7 May
Disney’s Hollywood Studios Reaches Capacity, Some Guests Shut Out of Visits
One of the most anticipated days on the Walt Disney World Resort calendar just got a lot more competitive, and Annual Passholders without a theme park reservation might be out of luck. Why May 22 Is Such a Big Deal at Disney's Hollywood Studios The excitement surrounding Disney's Hollywood Studios on May 22 traces back to an announcement made at SXSW, when Walt Disney Imagineering revealed that Mi
Read More » -
7 May
92 Days to Go: Disney World Confirms Which Halloween Party Dates May Sell Out Soon
There was a time when planning for Halloween at Walt Disney World didn’t really begin until mid-summer. That’s not the case anymore. This year, the timeline has moved up, and guests are already feeling the pressure to lock things in sooner. Disney has dropped an early signal that demand could outpace availability faster than usual. Even before tickets open to everyone, there’s growing concern that
Read More » -
7 May
Disney Confirms Major ‘Star Wars’ Death in First 18 Minutes of New ‘Mandalorian’ Film
Disney and Lucasfilm are taking a noticeably different approach with The Mandalorian & Grogu (2026), and that change is evident almost immediately. Footage presented at CinemaCon 2026 confirms the film opens with a high-impact moment that reshapes expectations for how a Star Wars movie can begin. There’s no gradual setup or extended introduction. The film moves quickly, establishing its tone and s
Read More »
