AUTHOR: Jackie Gailey

Senior Editor for The DIS and DCL Fan | Disney Vacation Club Member | Thrilled to have been a '13/'14 planDisney Panelist | Lover of all things Disney; the Magic of Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and especially Disney Cruise Line | ºoº



New Duffy & Friends Collection Heads to D23 Fan Event

If Duffy & Friends merchandise is your weakness, you might want to start making room in your suitcase, or as I’ve recommended before, bring a duffle bag that folds flat in your suitcase. Disney has revealed another exclusive collection coming to Mickey’s of Glendale during D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, and it’s packed with New Duffy & Friends Collection Heads to D23 Fan Event

Military Flyovers Honor America’s 250th at Walt Disney World

Guests celebrating Independence Day at Walt Disney World received an unforgettable surprise on Friday as military aircraft flew over Magic Kingdom and EPCOT in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. The special flyover featured an HC-130 Combat King II aircraft accompanied by two HH-60 helicopters from the 920th Rescue Wing, which departed from Patrick Space Force Military Flyovers Honor America’s 250th at Walt Disney World

Celebrate America’s 250th With New Patriotic Disney Merch at Walt Disney World

If you’re spending the Fourth of July weekend at Walt Disney World, you might want to leave a little extra room in your suitcase. We spotted a small collection of patriotic merchandise at Magic Kingdom, along with an adorable Mickey Mouse plush at EPCOT celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, and several of the pieces would make Celebrate America’s 250th With New Patriotic Disney Merch at Walt Disney World

Disney Shares Behind-the-Scenes Look at EPCOT’s Beloved Voices of Liberty

As part of its celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, Disney Parks has released a special behind-the-scenes video highlighting one of EPCOT’s most beloved entertainment offerings: the Voices of Liberty. For decades, the acclaimed a cappella ensemble has welcomed guests inside The American Adventure pavilion with powerful harmonies and patriotic favorites performed beneath the pavilion’s iconic Disney Shares Behind-the-Scenes Look at EPCOT’s Beloved Voices of Liberty

Disney and Formula 1 Unveil Special Make-A-Wish Racing Helmets

Disney’s growing partnership with Formula 1 is taking on a charitable twist this summer. Before the FORMULA 1 British Grand Prix 2026, Disney, Formula 1, and Make-A-Wish are launching custom Mickey Mouse racing helmets. These helmets aim to raise money and awareness for children with serious illnesses. The eye-catching helmets were created in partnership with Disney and Formula 1 Unveil Special Make-A-Wish Racing Helmets

Reimagined Soarin’ Across America Now Open at Disneyland

Guests visiting Disney California Adventure at Disneyland can now experience the all-new Soarin’ Across America attraction, which officially opened today, July 2, 2026. The reimagined ride honors the beauty and diversity of the United States as part of America’s 250th anniversary and follows its debut at EPCOT on May 26, 2026. The updated film takes Reimagined Soarin’ Across America Now Open at Disneyland

See the New Disney x Formula 1 Collection Racing Into Stores

Disney and Formula 1 are shifting into high gear this weekend with the European debut of the Disney x Formula 1 “Fuel the Magic” campaign at the Formula 1 Pirelli British Grand Prix 2026. While race fans at Silverstone can enjoy live entertainment and character appearances, Disney fans everywhere may be more interested in the See the New Disney x Formula 1 Collection Racing Into Stores

Child Enters Savanna Enclosure at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

A video shared on social media is drawing attention after it captured a young child entering one of the animal enclosures at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. The incident, which was posted to Reddit by user u/MetaKate334, reportedly occurred on June 25, 2026, near Sanaa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village. According to the Child Enters Savanna Enclosure at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge