Walt Disney World

Disney Did It Again: The Christmas Party Costumes Are Gone Too

We had a feeling this was coming. Back when Disney ditched the classic cast member costumes at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, fans were furious. And a lot of us immediately thought, “Wait, is Christmas next?” Yep. It was. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party started this weekend at Magic Kingdom, and it didn’t take long for guests to spot the change. The cute, festive cast member costumes w

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Fantasmic! Boat Slams Wall, Toppling Disney Performers Live at Hollywood Studios

A Disney World nighttime spectacular took an alarming turn when two performers suddenly fell during a live show at Disney's Hollywood Studios. The frightening moment happened during Fantasmic!, one of the park's most popular entertainment offerings, which features elaborate effects, Disney characters, moving boats, and live performers. Guests expecting a normal performance instead witnessed an une

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Disney Springs Kicks Off the Holidays With a Free Celebration Tomorrow!

Okay, holiday lovers, mark your calendars, because tomorrow night is a big one. Disney Springs is hosting its Christmas tree lighting on Wednesday, November 11, and it’s completely free. No park ticket. No party ticket. Not even a parking fee. If you’ve been feeling left out because you didn’t snag tickets to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party or Disney Jollywood Nights, this is your moment. It’s

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Disney Parks Under Fire as Disabled Guests Report Surprise DAS Denials

We need to talk about DAS again. If you’ve been following Disney news, you know Disney’s Disability Access Service has been a hot topic for a while now. But lately, there’s a new kind of story popping up everywhere, and it’s honestly pretty frustrating. Guests who have qualified for DAS for years are suddenly being told they don’t qualify anymore. Same disability. Same needs. Totally different ans

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Construction Well Underway at Disney World’s New Headline Animal Kingdom Attraction

Aerial photographs taken November 8 by parks photographer Bioreconstruct show a tall steel frame for the Madrigal family’s magical home rising in front of the show building for Antonio’s Fiesta de Encanto, the most striking change in the latest images from Tropical Americas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The land, which replaces DinoLand U.S.A., had its lineup locked in at the Horizons: Disney Experi

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The Culture War at 50 Feet: Why Florida’s Incoming Governor Is Fighting Over Splash Mountain

The battle lines between the State of Florida and The Walt Disney Company were supposed to be winding down. Following years of contentious courtroom challenges, public sparring, and legislative reorganizations, both sides had reached a fragile operational peace. Credit: Tokyo Disney Resort Then came the fallout from Florida’s gubernatorial election. Shortly after clinching victory, Florida Governo

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Disney World Confirms Major Schedule Change for Thanksgiving Week 2026

Thanksgiving week visitors may need to rethink their Disney World plans after another unexpected change appeared on the resort's operating calendar. Disney has already adjusted several theme park schedules ahead of the holiday, giving guests more time to experience popular attractions. However, the latest update affects a park that doesn't usually offer the same lengthy operating hours as Magic Ki

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Disney World’s Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Now at 71% Capacity This Week–and It’s Only Monday

Seven Dwarfs Mine Train has become one of the toughest Lightning Lane Single Pass purchases at Walt Disney World this week, with paid access to the Magic Kingdom coaster now gone on most dates through Sunday. Five Sellouts in Seven Days Between Monday, November 9, and Sunday, November 15, the Single Pass for Seven Dwarfs Mine Train has sold out on five of seven days, a sellout rate of roughly 71 p

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Disney World Introduces New Look for Toy Story Land Ahead of Christmas

Another major transformation has arrived at Walt Disney World, and this time, the changes are happening inside one of Disney's Hollywood Studios' most recognizable themed areas. Disney has been busy preparing its theme parks for Christmas 2026, installing decorations and introducing seasonal entertainment throughout the resort. However, the latest additions bring a different kind of holiday atmosp

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New Florida Development May See Disney World Park Closed To All Guests

A strong cold front is headed for Central Florida this week, and it could bring the coldest temperatures of the season so far to Walt Disney World Resort. For guests with water park days on the calendar, the timing matters. Forecast Calls for a Sharp Drop After Thursday Click Orlando’s latest forecast shows a mild start to the week before a cold front moves through the region late Thursday. Monday

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