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  • Nov- 2026 -
    10 November
    guests ride dumbo in disney world's magic kingdom park

    Disney Officially Renews $99 Perk That Cuts 2027 Ticket Costs by Hundreds

    Disney is giving certain guests another chance to save big on theme park tickets in 2027, with a returning program that could make expensive vacations a little more affordable. The company has confirmed that qualifying guests can access discounted admission at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort for an additional $99 fee. Depending on how many tickets a family purchases, the savings could reac

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  • 10 November
    The Magic Kingdom entrance decked out with pumpkins and orange Halloween banners.

    UPDATE: Federal Action Follows Disney World No-Fly Zone Disappearance

    Some Disney mysteries take years to unravel. Hidden Mickeys, abandoned attraction concepts, the real story behind a beloved ride's closure. This one took less than a week. For more than 20 years, Walt Disney World and Disneyland have been shielded by federal flight restrictions that keep most aircraft at a distance. It's a big part of why you can stand on Main Street, U.S.A. and look up at nothing

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  • 10 November
    Chewy in front of Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run in Disney's Galaxy's Edge

    Disney Hands Guests Power Over Disneyland’s Future

    There was a time when a Disneyland day meant a paper map and a lot of guesswork. Today, your phone does almost everything, from wait times and Mobile Order to Lightning Lane and virtual queues. Phones have also been part of the fun. For years, the Play Disney Parks app let guests play games while waiting in line and interact with places like Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. Disney retired that app earlie

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  • 10 November
    Ahsoka (Rosario Dawson)

    All Signs Point to ‘Ahsoka’ Season 2 Including Iconic Original Trilogy Character

    Lucasfilm’s live-action television slate returns early next year after an unusually long break. At its D23 presentation in August, the studio confirmed that Ahsoka Season 2 will premiere on Disney+ on January 20, 2027. It also debuted the season’s first teaser trailer. The date stands out. By the time the new episodes arrive, more than three years will have passed since the first season ended in O

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  • 10 November
    The building next to Expedition Everest at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park

    Disney World Shuts Down Three Major Animal Kingdom Rides Before Park Closing

    Walt Disney World guests recently encountered a frustrating situation at Disney's Animal Kingdom when three major rides became unavailable before the park officially closed. While Disney attractions occasionally experience technical problems, simultaneous closures can create bigger challenges for visitors, particularly at parks with smaller ride lineups. Animal Kingdom already has fewer traditiona

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  • 10 November
    Spaceship Earth stands tall behind the World Celebration gardens at EPCOT

    Disney Confirms New EPCOT Experience After Extending Popular Festival

    Disney World has announced another addition coming to EPCOT, and fans of Disney's classic stories will have something different to experience during the park's next festival. The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is known for bringing artwork, creative food, and live performances together in one celebration. However, Disney isn't simply bringing back the same experiences for 2027. The compa

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  • 10 November
    An image promoting a daily jigsaw puzzle featuring Disney's Mary Blair Grand Canyon Mural. The left side of the image has text with a logo, and the right side displays a photo of the detailed and colorful mural. The background resembles a partially assembled puzzle.

    Disney Jigsaw Puzzle: Disney’s Mary Blair Grand Canyon Mural

    Step into the artistic wonder of Disney’s Contemporary Resort and discover the breathtaking Mary Blair Grand Canyon Mural! 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 Buzz Lightyear in Toy Story Land Super Hero Headquarters at

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  • 10 November
    Mickey Mouse in Fantasmic show

    Fantasmic! Boat Slams Wall, Toppling Disney Performers Live at Hollywood Studios

    A Disney World nighttime spectacular took an alarming turn when two performers suddenly fell during a live show at Disney's Hollywood Studios. The frightening moment happened during Fantasmic!, one of the park's most popular entertainment offerings, which features elaborate effects, Disney characters, moving boats, and live performers. Guests expecting a normal performance instead witnessed an une

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  • 10 November
    Crowds on Main Street USA at Disneyland Park in Paris

    Disneyland Paris Pulls Alcohol Option in Theme Park

    Picture Main Street, U.S.A. at almost any Disney castle park in the world. You'll find ice cream, popcorn, Mickey pretzels, and maybe a churro or two. What you usually won't find is someone strolling toward the castle with a glass of bubbly in hand. That's what makes Disneyland Park at Disneyland Paris so unusual. Here, guests can buy a glass of champagne on Main Street, U.S.A. and enjoy it with a

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  • 10 November
    Crowds of people walk toward the Tree of Life at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park

    Disney Confirms Long-Term Closure Beneath Iconic Tree of Life

    Many Disney parks are anchored by a castle or an icon like Spaceship Earth. Disney's Animal Kingdom went a different way. Since the park opened in 1998, its centerpiece has been a towering tree that stands over Discovery Island like a living sculpture. The Tree of Life is covered with more than 300 animal carvings, and it's the kind of landmark that changes every time you look at it. Step a few fe

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