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Sep- 2025 -29 September
McDonald’s and Disney Make Vacation-Changing Announcement
Exciting news is on the way for Disney Parks fans, as McDonald’s and the Mouse are teaming up for an update that could impact your next Disneyland Paris Resort vacation. A brand-new McDonald’s restaurant is currently under construction in Disney Village, replacing the existing location that has been serving guests for decades. McDonald’s has been a staple at Disneyland Paris since the 1990s, offer
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29 September
Dolly Parton Cancels Second Event in a Week Over ‘Health Concerns,’ Worrying Fans
Dolly Parton Cancels Upcoming Performances Dolly Parton, the iconic country music legend, canceled her upcoming shows in Las Vegas, citing health concerns. The six performances, which were highly anticipated as her first extended residency in Las Vegas over 32 years, were set to coincide with the bustling National Finals Rodeo. Parton expressed her deep regret in a social media statement, emphasiz
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29 September
Limited-Time Lightsaber Upgrade Announced for Galaxy’s Edge
A new chapter is about to begin for Jedi and Sith-in-training at Walt Disney World. Disney has confirmed that a special storyline, “Reclaimed and Reforged,” will return to Savi’s Workshop at Galaxy’s Edge on October 12, 2025, for a limited run. A Workshop Like No Other Since Galaxy’s Edge opened, Savi’s Workshop has been a bucket-list experience for Star Wars fans. Inside the workshop, guests aren
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29 September
Beloved Disney World Ride Closing This Week—Here’s the Full List
Disney World is famous for its ability to reinvent itself, but with those upgrades comes a tradeoff: closures. This week, several popular rides are temporarily shutting down, making it a tough stretch for guests hoping to check everything off their must-do lists. The Big One: Kali River Rapids The biggest name going offline is Kali River Rapids at Animal Kingdom. Beginning October 6, the water rid
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29 September
Disney Replaces Future Marvel Film With ‘The Simpsons’
The Walt Disney Company has once again shuffled its movie release schedule. According to a report from Deadline on Monday, The Simpsons will return to the big screen in 2027, filling a slot originally intended for an untitled Marvel Studios film. The Simpsons first hit movie theaters in 2007 with The Simpsons Movie, which was a major box office success. The film earned $183 million domestically an
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29 September
Fans Are Rushing to the Disney Store for This Festive ‘Muppet Christmas Carol’ Collectible
As the holiday season approaches, Disney fans are starting to prepare for the traditions that make this time of year so special. Whether it’s cozying up with a warm drink to watch classic Disney Christmas films or planning a visit to the parks to see the festive decorations, there’s always something magical about the season. This year, Disney is making it even easier for fans to embrace the holida
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29 September
Disney World Locks Access To Part of ‘Guardians’ Roller Coaster Behind a Paywall
Walt Disney World Resort has begun testing new pre-show protocols for the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind roller coaster at EPCOT. These updates follow years of guest complaints about issues such as crowding near doors and loud outbursts from other riders. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind has multiple pre-show rooms. The first room, where both Lightning Lane and standby guests merge,
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29 September
Disney Faces Major Financial Risks Due to Trump’s Proposed Tariff
Trump’s Tariff Proposal Impacting Disney The Walt Disney Company is on the verge of facing unprecedented financial risks as President Donald Trump proposes a staggering 100 percent tariff on films produced outside the United States. This announcement has raised eyebrows across the entertainment industry, especially since Trump claims that foreign film production poses a “National Security threat.”
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29 September
Calling All Zootopia Fans! Exciting Updates Are Coming to Disney This November
Shanghai Disneyland is gearing up to bring fresh magic to its Zootopia-themed land, with exciting new additions set to debut in November. As anticipation builds for the release of Zootopia 2, the world’s only Zootopia-inspired land will be undergoing updates to coincide with the film’s arrival, sparking excitement from fans who have already embraced the immersive experience introduced when the lan
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29 September
Frontierland Area Faces the Chopping Block at Magic Kingdom
As of Monday, September 29, 2025, the Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island are officially concealed from view, with construction walls and other barricades now covering the entire riverwalk area in Liberty Square and Frontierland at Magic Kingdom Park. At the D23 Expo 2024, Walt Disney World Resort unveiled plans to replace the Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island with a brand-new experience
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