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Jun- 2025 -15 June
Disney Faces Backlash Over Spooky Artwork, Forced to Make Statement
Every summer, as temperatures soar and vacation season hits its peak, Disney fans know something special is waiting just around the corner. While others are still planning barbecues and beach trips, Disneyland Resort is already stirring up excitement for Halloween—and one of its most highly anticipated events: Oogie Boogie Bash. Related: Grab Your Tickets for Oogie Boogie Bash Before They Disappea
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15 June
Disney Cast Members Interrogate Guests After Bus Ride Goes Horribly Wrong
A Walt Disney World Resort guest recently shared their experience of a minor accident that temporarily disrupted their bus ride through the Central Florida theme park destination. A car reportedly side-swiped the Disney bus, forcing it to stop with over a dozen guests onboard. While no one was physically harmed, the situation led to an extensive interview process with Disney cast members, and the
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14 June
Nine Years Later: How a Tragedy at Disney World Changed the Resort Forever
It’s been nine years since a heartbreaking moment forever changed the conversation around safety at Walt Disney World Resort. On June 14, 2016, 2-year-old Lane Graves was killed by an alligator while playing along the edge of the Seven Seas Lagoon at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa in Orlando. The incident drew national attention and sparked a wave of scrutiny over how theme parks manage gue
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14 June
Disneyland Resort Extends Pixar Putt’s Mini Golf Run
Fans of Pixar and mini-golf can rejoice, as Disneyland Resort has announced an extension for its popular Pixar Putt mini-golf course. Initially slated to close on June 1, the interactive, Pixar-themed course will now remain open until August 17, 2025. This extended run provides more opportunities for guests to immerse themselves in the colorful world of Pixar characters, all while enjoying a uniqu
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14 June
Disney’s Hit Pause on ‘Tangled’ Remake, But Here’s What Could Save It
There was a time when the announcement of a new Disney live-action remake was met with pure excitement. Nostalgia, casting rumors, updated visuals—fans couldn’t get enough. But after a string of polarizing releases, even the most beloved titles aren’t immune to delay, skepticism, or sudden changes in direction. Disney’s long-standing tradition of reimagining its animated classics stretches back de
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14 June
Another Iconic Universal Spot Set To Close in Ongoing Reshuffle
Theme parks frequently reinvent themselves to stay fresh, and Universal Studios Japan is no exception. Since opening in 2001, the park has grown from a modest movie-themed attraction into a cutting-edge entertainment destination. Recent years have seen major expansions, including the wildly popular SUPER NINTENDO WORLD expansion, Donkey Kong Country, which pushes immersive, next-generation experie
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14 June
Families Face Higher Costs at Disney World Due to Independence Day Price Hikes
Pricing Adjustments for July Fourth Weekend Disney World has implemented significant price hikes for Lightning Lane services in anticipation of the high traffic expected during the Fourth of July weekend. The latest changes have increased costs by approximately 7% to 9% for the Lightning Lane Premier Pass across various parks. For example, at the Magic Kingdom, the price soared from $379 on June 3
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14 June
Big Change Debuting in Frontierland Before ‘Cars’ and Villains Land, Disney Confirms
Frontierland is slated to undergo a huge transformation in the coming years, but one phase of that transformation is set to debut “soon.” Since the pandemic, Walt Disney World has changed significantly. For one thing, park reservations and Lightning Lane access are now a normal part of the experience (even if reservations have lessened in necessity in recent years). But not all changes
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14 June
It’s Finally Here! Disney Breaks Silence on ‘Zootopia 2’!
For fans of Walt Disney Animation Studios, some characters leave a lasting impact long after the credits roll. And when those characters disappear for nearly a decade, anticipation only grows stronger. It’s been nine years since Zootopia (2016) first hit theaters, and during that time, excitement surrounding a potential sequel has only gotten louder. Related: CONFIRMED: ‘Zootopia’ Is Replacing Cla
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14 June
Five-Year-Old Autistic Boy Drowns in Disney World Area Resort Incident
Incident Overview A tragic incident occurred at the Westgate Town Center Resort, located in the Disney World area, where a five-year-old autistic boy drowned after wandering away from his family. The child, identified as Ashton, stayed at the resort with his family while they prepared to visit nearby Central Florida theme parks. Reports indicate that Ashton strayed from the family’s supervision an
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