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Oct- 2026 -7 October
Adventureland, Part of Disneyland Since Park Opened in 1955, Gets a Makeover
After months of scaffolding and scrim, an Adventureland storefront that has greeted guests since Disneyland Park's opening day is visible again, with a fresh coat of everything and no change to its character. An Opening-Day Shop Under Wraps The Adventureland Bazaar has operated in its corner of Adventureland since July 17, 1955, when Disneyland Park first opened. In early August, crews covered muc
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7 October
Sebastian Stan Drops Ominous MCU Warning: ‘Doomsday’ Will Be “Heartbreaking”
Marvel has assembled one of its biggest casts ever for Avengers: Doomsday (2026), but bringing this many heroes together may come with a painful price. Sebastian Stan, who will once again play Bucky Barnes, has added to the uncertainty surrounding the upcoming Avengers movie. While he didn't reveal what happens, the longtime Marvel star dropped a comment that raises a troubling question: How many
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7 October
Disney World Vacation Budgets Take a Major Hit After Overnight Price Hikes
Families planning Walt Disney World vacations may want to take another look at their budgets. Disney implemented several price increases on October 6, changing what guests will pay for admission, Annual Passes, food, drinks, and certain Lightning Lane products. The increases aren't identical. Some purchases went up by less than a dollar, while others jumped by as much as $120. But that's exactly w
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7 October
Disney World Guest Skirts Safety Rules, Forcing Ride To Stop
A stalled raft on Kali River Rapids had one family wondering what went wrong at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. The answer turned out to be sitting right behind one of them. A Ride Stop With an Unexpected Cause Most Walt Disney World Resort guests assume a ride has broken down when it halts mid-journey, and few would guess they're responsible. Instagram user @familiafamaniafamily posted a vide
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7 October
Disney World Confirms Return of 37-Year-Old Icon in New Hollywood Studios Addition
The holiday season is giving a 37-year-old Disney icon another chance to take center stage. Walt Disney World has revealed several new additions for Disney Jollywood Nights in 2026, but one familiar face dates back much further than the after-hours event itself. She has been around since 1989, remains inside the park today, and will soon become a much bigger part of this year’s Christmas celebrati
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7 October
Disney World Park Removes Classic Princess From Line-Up, Replacement Pending
For many Walt Disney World regulars, the holiday season starts when the first narrator opens the Bible at America Gardens Theatre. This year, nobody knows who the narrator will be. Auli'i Cravalho, the voice of Moana and Disney's announced opener for November 27–28, has been taken off the 2026 Candlelight Processional schedule. Disney has given no explanation and has not named a successor. The sam
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7 October
Disney World Quietly Upgrades Lightsabers for Pricey ‘Star Wars’ Immersive Experience
Spending big on a custom lightsaber is part of the deal for Star Wars fans who walk into Savi’s Workshop at Disney World. The experience inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios goes beyond picking something off a merchandise shelf. Guests choose individual components and assemble a lightsaber that reflects their preferences. That makes any major update worth watching, especia
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7 October
Disney Jigsaw Puzzle: Muppet Vision 3D
Get ready to laugh aloud and enjoy some classic Muppet mayhem with this Disney jigsaw puzzle featuring a poster that was located at Muppet*Vision 3D! 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 Fantasmic! Finale Boat PotatoLan
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7 October
Disney World Stuns Guests With Massive Price Hikes Across 7 Fan-Favorite Offerings
Disney World guests are dealing with higher costs across the resort after a large batch of price increases took effect on October 6, 2026. This time, the changes aren't limited to theme park tickets or one particular part of a vacation. Disney raised prices on everything from Annual Passes and restaurant meals to merchandise, vacation photos, snacks, and premium experiences. Some adjustments only
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7 October
Disney World Bus Incident Escalates as Driver Allegedly Pulls Gun
An alleged road-rage encounter involving a Walt Disney World bus has resulted in an arrest after deputies say a man pulled out a handgun and pointed it directly at the Disney driver. The confrontation reportedly unfolded Monday night on East Buena Vista Drive near Bonnet Creek Parkway. According to ClickOrlando, the Orange County Sheriff's Office received a call about the incident around 9 p.m. In
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