Walt Disney World

  • Aug- 2026 -
    31 August
    Sunset over Disney Springs with its vibrant waterfront, entertainment venues, and a boat cruising past lively themed buildings.

    Disney Issues Late-Night Warning to Guests Staying at Deluxe Resorts

    Guests staying at some of Walt Disney World's most popular Deluxe Resorts could be in for an unusually noisy night. Disney has posted a warning at Disney's Yacht Club Resort informing guests that late-night fireworks testing will take place at nearby EPCOT. Unlike the park's normal nighttime spectacular, this testing could continue well past midnight. For anyone hoping to get plenty of sleep befor

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  • 31 August
    Guests stroll down Main Street, U.S.A. at Magic Kingdom

    Disney Confirms Major Frontierland Closure, Replacement Coming to Magic Kingdom

    Magic Kingdom guests have watched the western side of the park change dramatically, and another longtime location is now caught in the middle of that transformation. The Diamond Horseshoe stopped operating as a traditional table-service restaurant earlier this year, temporarily giving its historic dining room over to Jessie’s Roundup for Cool KIDS’ SUMMER. That was never expected to be the end of

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  • 31 August
    Guests walk through Halloween-decorated Main Street, U.S.A. at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World.

    For the First Time Since 2022, Disney World Fails To Sell Out Major Event

    Walt Disney World has finally broken a streak that had lasted through four complete Halloween seasons. For years, getting tickets to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party became increasingly difficult as dates disappeared from Disney’s calendar. Every single event eventually sold out in 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025. But 2026 has officially changed that pattern. The August 30 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Ha

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  • 31 August
    The exterior of Tiana's Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom Park.

    Disney World Confirms Back-to-Back Magic Kingdom Refurbishments Starting September 28

    Another round of temporary changes is coming to Magic Kingdom, and guests with fall vacations may want to adjust their plans. Two attractions are scheduled for refurbishment over the next few months: the Walt Disney World Railroad and Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. The closures don't begin simultaneously, but there could be a period when both attractions are unavailable. That's particularly important fo

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  • 30 August
    Mike and Sulley on the Scare Floor in 'Monsters, Inc'

    Disney World Makes Major 2027 Monsters Inc. Land Move Earlier Than Expected

    The transformation of Disney’s Hollywood Studios is picking up speed. Disney is currently building Monstropolis, an entirely new Monsters, Inc.-themed land scheduled to open in 2027. Until now, much of what guests knew about the project came from concept art, announcements, and glimpses of construction from outside the work zone. Disney has now taken fans behind the scenes. The latest update doesn

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  • 30 August
    Skyliner

    Walt Disney World Tightens Transportation Rules Amid Multiple Disruptions

    One of Walt Disney World's biggest conveniences is its massive transportation network, but guests have encountered several changes lately. Buses, boats, and the Disney Skyliner have all been affected in different ways. Some changes are temporary, while another represents a permanent shift in how guests can travel from Disney Springs. And with additional Skyliner work approaching, the transportatio

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  • 30 August
    Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Goofy, and Donald Duck pose in front of spaceship earth in Disney World's EPCOT park.

    Disney World Opens Reservations for New $150 EPCOT Fireworks Experience

    EPCOT visitors have a new way to combine dinner with one of the biggest moments of the night, but the experience comes with a premium price. Reservations are now available for the Shiki-Sai Fireworks Dining Package at Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya in EPCOT's Japan Pavilion. The first available dates begin October 2, 2026, giving guests visiting Walt Disney World this fall another option for watching Lu

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  • 30 August
    Guests stroll toward the Chinese Theater at Disney's Hollywood Studios

    No Automatic Refunds: Why Disney World Makes You Fight for Your Money After Rained-Out Shows

    Florida’s unpredictable weather is an accepted part of any Walt Disney World vacation. Still, when a torrential downpour washes away an expensive, prepaid VIP experience, guests rightfully expect a seamless resolution. Unfortunately, for visitors who book premium dining packages tied to nighttime spectaculars, a canceled show doesn't just mean missing out on the magic—it means being forced into a

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  • 29 August
    spaceship earth at EPCOT

    Entire EPCOT Pavilion Evacuated, Update Given

    Walt Disney World Resort guests were evacuated from one pavilion at EPCOT today. According to updates shared by guests, the impacted pavilion at World Showcase was Germany, where guests were forced out of buildings amid ringing alarms. RELATED: Disney World Hit With 8th July Evacuation: High-Paying Guests Cast Out at 2 A.M. Germany Pavilion Evacuation Reported As per X user @mainstmagic, guests we

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  • 29 August
    A group of balloons in front of cinderella castle during mickey's not so scary halloween party

    Disney World Offers 3 Complimentary Extras at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

    Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party can become an expensive night at Magic Kingdom, especially once food, merchandise, and other purchases enter the picture. But not everything inside the Halloween event requires another swipe of your card. Disney includes several complimentary offerings for guests with valid party admission, including three that are easy to overlook when you're rushing between

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