News
Disney Fanatic is here to deliver the latest in Disney news from The Walt Disney Company and beyond.
-
Sep- 2025 -10 September
Park Closures: History Could Repeat Itself at Disney World This Year
Fall is arriving in Central Florida, and with it, Walt Disney World Resort has closed the curtain on its unique six-park summer. Blizzard Beach said goodbye on September 8, leaving Typhoon Lagoon as the sole water park operating heading into the cooler months. This summer was a special one. From May 21 through September 7, guests could choose between the tropical setting of Typhoon Lagoon and the
Read More » -
10 September
Muppets Courtyard Is Almost Gone: You Won’t Believe What’s Next
Disney’s Hollywood Studios is in the midst of a major evolution, and the changes are now impossible to miss. Once a whimsical corner dedicated to Jim Henson’s beloved characters, Muppets Courtyard is steadily disappearing as construction gears up for a new land inspired by the Monsters Inc. franchise. Iconic Sign Covered The latest sign that the end is near comes with the covering of the iconic Mu
Read More » -
10 September
Keep Them or Cut Them? Disney Fans Argue Over Parades
For many, no Disney vacation is complete without a parade. Families have long gathered on Main Street, waiting for floats, music, and characters to pass by. Yet not everyone feels the same way anymore. Some guests see parades as outdated or disruptive, while others insist they remain a magical tradition. Whether Disney should keep parades forever has become one of the park’s hottest debates. Credi
Read More » -
10 September
Going, Going, Gone! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Nears Sellout
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is once again capturing the attention of Disney fans as Halloween season approaches. The seasonal celebration at Magic Kingdom has long been a favorite for families and Disney enthusiasts, offering a playful mix of classic Halloween thrills and Disney magic. Recent updates indicate that ticket availability is rapidly diminishing, leaving just six remaining nig
Read More » -
10 September
Universal Orlando Rides Facing Permanent Closure Before 2030
Universal Orlando Resort has been rewriting its story for decades. Attractions come and go, each swap shaping the parks into something new. The debut of Epic Universe this year took that change to a whole new level, signaling that Universal isn’t just updating—it’s reinventing. And when reinvention is the goal, some current rides won’t survive. Fans expect several attractions across both parks to
Read More » -
10 September
‘Star Wars’: Mark Hamill Returns as a Different Version of Luke Skywalker
Mark Hamill’s journey as the most iconic Jedi Knight may have slowed down on the big screen, but the actor isn’t disappearing from the galaxy entirely. While he has made brief live-action appearances as Luke Skywalker in recent years—most notably throughout the sequel trilogy and as a younger version of his character in The Mandalorian Season 2 and The Book of Boba Fett (2021)—his future in live-a
Read More » -
10 September
Ranking the Most Likely Shutdowns to Happen Inside EPCOT
If you thought EPCOT’s grand transformation wrapped up in 2024 meant smooth sailing from here on out, think again. The construction walls may be gone, but the long game for Disney is always about deciding what stays, what goes, and what gets reimagined. And while some EPCOT staples are rock-solid, others are teetering dangerously close to extinction. The Winners Fresh projects like CommuniCore Hal
Read More » -
10 September
Disney’s New “Indiana Jones” Movie May Have Found Its Lead
Daisy Ridley might be trading in lightsabers for swords. Since her breakout as Rey in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, Ridley has been at the center of Lucasfilm’s plans for the galaxy-spanning franchise. But as the studio continues to rearrange its release calendar, she could be heading toward a very different kind of Disney adventure. Star Wars’ big-screen future remains complicated. At Star Wars C
Read More » -
10 September
The Big Triumphs and Crushing Fails of Epic Universe 2025
When Universal launched Epic Universe, expectations were sky-high. The promise was bold: a brand-new gate filled with cutting-edge attractions that would reset the theme park wars. And to be fair, the park dazzled in many ways. But there’s no denying the uneven results—some rides are instant classics, while others feel like filler. Here’s the ride-by-ride scoreboard from Epic Universe’s first year
Read More » -
10 September
Object Slams Into Child on SeaWorld Roller Coaster, Lawsuit Filed
SeaWorld Orlando is once again under scrutiny, this time not for its marine shows but for a roller coaster incident that left a child hospitalized. The Central Florida theme park, long synonymous with both thrills and controversy, is now facing legal action that highlights renewed concerns over safety. Family Sues Over Mako Coaster Incident A Hillsborough County father has filed a lawsuit against
Read More »
