Outside the Disney Bubble
Disney Fanatic shares news and experiences that unfold outside of the Disney bubble, including news of Disney’s competitors and beyond.
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Nov- 2026 -7 November
SeaWorld Confirms Disappointing Orlando News as Attendance Slumps
SeaWorld's efforts to turn its fortunes around have suffered another setback. The theme park operator has undergone a dramatic transformation over the past decade. Once synonymous with killer whale performances, SeaWorld has increasingly positioned itself as a destination for roller coasters and family attractions following years of controversy over its treatment of marine animals. The shift began
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7 November
Universal Studios Threatens Serious Consequences After Guests Grab Performers
Universal Studios Japan is facing renewed scrutiny over guest behavior during Halloween Horror Nights, where close encounters with roaming zombie performers are part of the entertainment. The Osaka theme park has issued a formal warning after concerns about visitors deliberately touching entertainers, including hugging, grabbing, and striking performers. The warning comes as the resort approaches
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7 November
Epic Universe Expansion Revealed in Aerial Photo as Dark Universe Set To Lose Ride Next Month
Concrete is in the ground at Universal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe, and new overhead photos show the next chapter of Dark Universe taking shape beside one of the park’s most popular attractions. Universal recently confirmed that an indoor roller coaster is coming to the monster-themed land, right next to Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment. The company has revealed little so far. Th
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7 November
Before Meeting the Grinch at Universal Orlando, Prepare for 3 Brutal Costs
Universal is preparing for its Christmas season, but families hoping to meet one of its biggest holiday stars could face a difficult decision this year. The resort's seasonal celebrations officially begin November 14, bringing back festive entertainment, special character appearances, and plenty of Christmas traditions. However, one particular character has become so popular that meeting him can t
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6 November
Final Lap: Six Flags Confirms Death Date for California’s Most Famous Bicentennial Park
The lingering dread over Northern California coaster fans has become a definitive deadline. Six Flags Entertainment Corporation has officially confirmed that California’s Great America will permanently close its turnstiles and shutter operations for good on Labor Day, September 6, 2027. Credit: Jeremy Thompson, Flickr The Santa Clara landmark, which opened during the nation’s Bicentennial summer o
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6 November
After 27 Years, Universal Abruptly Erases ‘Jurassic Park’ Theming From Major Location
Longtime Universal visitors have watched plenty of familiar IPs disappear over the years. Popular attractions have closed, entire areas have undergone makeovers, and experiences that once defined the resort have given way to newer entertainment. Now, Universal is retiring another piece of its history, and this time, the changes extend beyond the theme parks themselves. A major resort location is g
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6 November
Build-A-Bear Unveils Its Most Personalized Experience Yet in Orlando
Okay, childhood memories unlocked. Remember begging your parents to go to Build-A-Bear at the mall? Picking out the perfect bear, watching it get stuffed, and making a wish on that little heart? Well, Build-A-Bear just took all of that and made it huge. Like, world’s-largest huge. The world’s biggest Build-A-Bear Workshop is officially open at ICON Park on International Drive in Orlando. It’s thre
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6 November
Epic Universe How To Train Your Dragon Location Set To Close Next Week
Anyone heading to Universal Epic Universe early next week may need to rethink their route through the Isle of Berk. Universal Orlando Resort has listed Fyre Drill as closed on November 9 and 10, according to the park hours page on its official website. The resort has not given a reason for the closure. It is unclear whether the attraction is due for routine maintenance, a refurbishment, or somethi
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6 November
Universal Orlando Resort Posts Closure Notice for Monsters Attraction
Universal’s theme park division is facing tougher questions than usual after Comcast’s third-quarter 2026 earnings revealed a dip in performance. The company reported $2.6 billion in theme park revenue for the quarter, down 4.4% compared with the same period last year. During the earnings call, Comcast CFO Jason Armstrong said demand for theme parks softened over the summer months. Co-CEO Mike Cav
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5 November
Universal Epic Universe Breaks Ground on New Coaster, Putting Future Vacations in Question
Universal has confirmed construction of a new indoor roller coaster for Dark Universe, but with no opening date announced, visitors must decide whether to visit now or wait. Universal Epic Universe is preparing to unleash another monster-sized attraction, and construction has already begun. Universal Orlando Resort confirmed on November 5, 2026, that a new indoor roller coaster is coming to Dark U
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