Disney Parks
From Walt Disney World Resort to Disneyland Paris and everything in between! Here’s the latest information on the beloved Disney Parks.
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Jul- 2026 -24 July
Ableism Accusations Are Mounting Against Disney Parks, and Guests Have the Stories to Prove It
Disney has a problem, and it is getting louder by the day. Across social media, fan forums, and Annual Passholder communities, disabled guests are sharing experiences that paint a deeply uncomfortable picture of what it actually feels like to navigate Disney Parks with a disability right now. The stories involve denied accommodations, public mockery by cast members, judgment from fellow guests, an
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24 July
Disney World Officially Restores Key Piece of EPCOT’s Original Opening-Day Vision
EPCOT fans have grown accustomed to saying goodbye to pieces of the park’s past. This time, however, Disney has some very different news. A familiar piece of EPCOT history has returned after temporarily disappearing for maintenance. It’s considerably smaller than the rides and pavilions that usually generate attention, but its connection to the park’s early years gives the restoration added signif
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24 July
They Set Up A Bible Study in the Middle of Disney World That Sparked a Massive Online Feud, but Does it Break the Park Rules?
Thrilling attractions, character dining, and immersive storytelling typically define a Walt Disney World vacation. Guests expect to navigate heavy crowds, map out ride strategies, and hunt for a shady spot to enjoy a Mickey Premium Bar. What most parkgoers do not expect to encounter is a multi-table, organized religious gathering right in the middle of a theme park dining area. Credit: Disney Rece
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24 July
A Beloved Disney Park Tradition Is Getting a Major Upgrade at Disney Springs
Construction walls went up inside Crystal Arts at Disney Springs this week, and what is behind them has the Disney community paying close attention. A Studio for Silhouettes is officially coming to the Arribas Brothers location in the Marketplace, and based on what little has been confirmed so far, this does not appear to be a simple refresh of what is already there. Something new is being built,
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23 July
Disneyland Guest Intentionally Pees on the Haunted Mansion, Soils Ride Vehicle
A former Disneyland Park cast member recently shared a story about a broken-down Haunted Mansion, a desperate guest, a miscommunication over the PA system, and an outcome that nobody involved will ever forget. How It All Went Wrong Ashley Lindsay, a former Disneyland Resort cast member who now performs stand-up comedy, shared the story on Instagram as a clip from one of her shows. It begins during
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23 July
Two Haunted Mansions Going Dark as Disney Confirms Closures
Two versions of Disney’s Haunted Mansion will soon go dark. The attraction remains one of Disney’s most recognizable rides, sending guests through a supernatural estate filled with Doom Buggies, Madame Leota, the Ghost Host and 999 “happy haunts.” Several versions operate around the world, but only two regularly receive a full seasonal transformation inspired by The Nightmare Before Christmas. Tok
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23 July
On July 23, Disney Springs Got a New Look
One of Disney Springs' most recognizable storefronts is starting to look dramatically different. The changes becoming visible above the construction walls this week signal that the Ghirardelli renovation is moving into a more substantial phase. The Iconic Sign at Disney Springs Is Gone WDWNT reported on July 23 that the illuminated Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop sign had been removed f
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23 July
Disney Just Changed Rope Drop for Millions of Theme Park Guests, Effective Immediately
What started as a reported procedural shift at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park over a week ago has now been confirmed as a permanent change. The update affects how every Walt Disney World Resort guest, staying on-property or not, experiences the park before it officially opens each morning. What Rope Drop Is For the uninitiated, rope drop is the daily ritual of arriving at a Disney theme park e
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23 July
Competing Theme Park Snuck a Shuttle Into Disney and Guests Are Just Now Finding Out
Disney Springs has a secret, and it has been hiding in plain sight since May. Tucked inside one of Walt Disney World's most visited destinations is a pickup location for the Legoland Express, a shuttle service that runs directly from Disney Springs to Legoland Florida Resort in Winter Haven. Most guests walking through Disney Springs have absolutely no idea it exists. The ones who do are getting t
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23 July
Sleeping Beauty Castle To Disappear From Disneyland by August 9
The countdown is on for one of Disneyland Resort's most photographed anniversary installations. Based on how quickly the disassembly has moved this week, the Sleeping Beauty Castle sculpture may be fully gone well before the Disneyland70 celebration officially closes on August 9. From Landmark to Construction Site On July 23, WDWNT reported that the colorful Sleeping Beauty Castle sculpture, which
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