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  • Jul- 2025 -
    15 July
    Disney Hollywood Studios Toy Story Land

    Toy Story Land Is Getting a HUGE Update

    Construction at Disney parks usually brings a mix of excitement and frustration. But right now, something interesting is happening at Toy Story Land inside Disney’s Hollywood Studios—and this time, the updates feel like a step in the right direction. A New Snack Kiosk on the Way Nestled between the Toy Story Land restrooms and the path that leads into Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, a brand-new snack ki

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  • 15 July
    Disney World entrance

    Disney Parking Lot Heist: Guest Steals From Car, TikTok Calls for Lifetime Ban

    A TikTok video showing what appears to be a theft in the parking lot of Disney’s Hollywood Studios is now going viral—and the internet is not amused. Posted by user Nicolle Glancy, the video shows a guest in broad daylight allegedly removing a Stitch-themed car magnet from someone else’s vehicle. Captured by the vehicle’s onboard security camera, the clip has sparked outrage and concern across soc

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  • 15 July
    A hand holds a smartphone displaying the Disney+ app welcome screen

    Goodbye! Major Marvel Stream Purged From Disney+

    When Disney+ launched in late 2019, it quickly became a powerhouse of streaming, offering everything from classic Disney animation to exclusive originals. It served as a beacon for fans of Marvel, Pixar, Star Wars, and beyond—especially during a time when in-home entertainment was at an all-time high. But with evolution comes change. Subscribers have already seen the platform undergo price increas

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  • 15 July
    A lively crowd eagerly awaits at the entrance of Disneyland Paris, under a grand purple and gold sign proudly announcing the magical realm. Adorned with flags and a decorative emblem, the gate warmly greets guests with "Bienvenue" and "Welcome" signs at this Disney Park at Disneyland Paris as Disney 626 day is celebrated.

    Disneyland Paris Max Capacity: Castle Access Cut Off in Guest Overflow Crisis

    Disneyland Paris found itself in the center of a crowd control headache on July 15, 2025, as guests were rerouted away from the park’s iconic Central Plaza after it hit capacity in the early afternoon. The incident, first shared by @DisneylandParisGuest on X (formerly Twitter), included a photo of shoulder-to-shoulder guests packed into the hub, with Cast Members instructing visitors to head to ot

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  • 15 July
    Guests eating at Be Our Guest Restaurant at Walt Disney World Resort's Magic Kingdom

    Disney Revamps Iconic Be Our Guest Restaurant

    Here’s the scoop: starting July 16, Disney introduced a bunch of new and updated dishes at Be Our Guest. The Endive and Walnut Salad is a brand-new appetizer with Roquefort cheese, green apples, and a champagne vinaigrette. Sounds fancy, right? Then you’ve got the Pan-Roasted Arctic Char, which is the biggest standout on the updated entrée list. It’s got roasted potatoes, shaved fennel, and a citr

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  • 15 July
    Spaceship Earth at EPCOT

    Annual Passholders Send Message to All Other Guests Ahead of July 22

    Get ready to fasten your seatbelts—Test Track presented by General Motors is back in the driver’s seat at EPCOT, and it's sporting a completely reimagined look and feel. Launching July 22, 2025, this redesigned attraction brings together the past, present, and future of transportation storytelling in true EPCOT fashion. The updated Test Track isn’t just about accelerating thrills. At its core is a

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  • 15 July
    A vibrant sunset behind the entrance to Walt Disney World in Florida.

    Disney Cast Members Quietly Reveal This Unexpected Change

    If you’ve been to Disney recently and felt like something was… different, you’re not imagining it. Cast members have been quietly passing along info about a policy shift that could make your park day smoother, especially if you or someone in your group uses the Disability Access Service (DAS). A Small Word, A Big Impact Here’s something that flew under the radar: Disney quietly changed its D

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  • 15 July
    Sleeping Beauty Castle, Disneyland Park, Disneyland Resort

    Disney Quietly Amends How Guests Can Access Theme Park This July

    Seventy years ago, Walt Disney welcomed the world to his “happy place” in Anaheim, California. On July 17, 1955, Disneyland opened its gates for the very first time. Now, in 2025, that legacy is being honored in spectacular style—and the entire Disneyland Resort is joining in the celebration. Festivities began in May, with the return of beloved entertainment like Paint the Night, a vibrant parade

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  • 15 July
    Cinderella Castle at night

    Disney World Under Fire for Kicking Guests Out Early

    Recently, there seems to be a strange emptiness in the air when you’re walking out of Magic Kingdom. For a place built on dreams, Disney World has started feeling more like a place with a strict bedtime. It's especially evident when you're forced to leave the park by 9 or 10 p.m. most nights, right after the fireworks. Online, the comments are easy to find—fans expressing disappointment over how e

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  • 15 July
    Guests walk through Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World beneath dark storm clouds during rainy weather.

    All Orlando Theme Parks Closing? US Gov. Activates Flood Warning for Disney, Universal

    If you're headed to Walt Disney World or Universal Orlando Resort today, pack your ponchos and patience. The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for large portions of Central Florida, including the Orlando metro area, which is home to Florida’s most popular theme parks. The advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. ET and includes Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Lake, Volusia, and Brevard counti

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