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 -5 November
Universal Orlando’s New Coaster Announcements Ignore a Major Guest Complaint
Universal Orlando Resort is making some major moves, but its latest expansion plans are exposing a problem that could continue giving Walt Disney World an advantage. The company recently confirmed another roller coaster for Epic Universe, while construction continues on a separate high-speed attraction scheduled to open at Universal Studios Florida next year. For fans who love intense attractions,
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5 November
Six Flags CEO Confirms More Park Sales Under Discussion After Seven Sold in 2026
Seven parks have already changed hands this year. Now Six Flags is reviewing additional properties, with regional pass networks and debt reduction shaping its decisions. Six Flags Entertainment Corporation may not be finished selling theme parks. Months after completing the sale of seven properties across North America, company executives have confirmed that discussions over additional potential a
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4 November
Universal Warns Guests: Ticket Sales Could End Without Notice for 3 Days
Universal Studios Japan expects heavy attendance November 13–15 as its holiday season begins, and tickets could stop selling even while availability remains displayed online. Universal Studios Japan is warning guests that admission-ticket sales for November 13, 14, and 15, 2026, could end without notice, even if its online ticket calendar still appears to show availability. For travelers planning
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3 November
Universal Orlando Officially Shutting Down ‘Harry Potter’ Ride Tomorrow
Universal Orlando Resort is preparing to shut down a popular attraction, and visitors have less than 24 hours before the closure officially takes effect. The upcoming shutdown could disrupt plans for families hoping to experience everything The Wizarding World of Harry Potter has to offer, particularly those who purchased upgraded tickets. While Universal has already confirmed when the attraction
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3 November
Four Universal Studios Japan Rides Will Close in January, but One Is out Through March 19
If you’re planning a winter trip to Universal Studios Japan for the coaster that sends you down the track backward, circle March 19. That’s the last day of Hollywood Dream – The Ride: Backdrop’s scheduled closure. Three other rides at the Osaka park are set to close temporarily in January 2027, and for 13 days, neither version of Hollywood Dream is scheduled to run. As of November 3, Universal’s o
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3 November
Universal Orlando Just Lost a Piece of 1990
You could go to Universal Studios Florida to see a movie star and end up watching a pug. At Animal Actors on Location!, that was part of the fun. The performers had paws, wings, and a knack for making the work of their trainers look easy. Now one of the few experiences that can trace its history to the park’s first day is gone for good. The Animal Actors closure took effect Tuesday, November 3, 20
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3 November
Six Flags Officially Shuts Down Cedar Point in 2026, Issues Urgent 2027 Warning
Cedar Point visitors are facing several important developments after Six Flags officially shut down the popular Ohio amusement park, with new announcements raising questions about what comes next. The company has already confirmed several details about 2027, but families hoping to return should pay attention to more than just the reopening date. A major anniversary celebration is approaching, alth
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3 November
Disabled Guest Says Halloween Horror Nights Ended With a Threat of Arrest, and the Internet Is Split
The last night of Halloween Horror Nights is supposed to be bittersweet. You squeeze in one more house, snap a few more photos, and slowly make your way out while saying goodbye to another season. But for one guest at Universal Studios Florida, the night ended on a really sour note. A guest who identifies as disabled took to Threads to share that she was threatened with arrest while leaving the fi
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2 November
Universal Orlando Ends 36-Year Legacy as Another Original Attraction Disappears
Universal Orlando Resort is officially saying goodbye to another longtime attraction, and this closure comes with a major unanswered question. Over the years, Universal Studios Florida has removed several experiences that helped define the park's early days. While many of those closures eventually led to new rides and themed areas, not every departing attraction has an immediate replacement. Now,
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1 November
Universal Orlando Confirms 2027 Permanent Closure as Demolition Accelerates
Universal Orlando Resort is preparing to permanently close another longtime guest favorite, and construction crews are already making major changes around the location. The resort has spent years replacing older attractions with new experiences, transforming portions of its theme parks to accommodate ambitious developments. While those investments have introduced popular rides and themed environme
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