Disney World Articles and News Stories


Mystery Character Greeting Coming to EPCOT for Disney World Passholders

Disney has just unveiled another Annual Passholder-exclusive perk for V.I.Passholder Summer Days, happening now at Walt Disney World. This time, there’s a bit of a mystery! The following information is now live on the WDW Annual Passholder website: Passholders-add a little extra magic to your summer when you meet a beloved Disney pal. Get ready Mystery Character Greeting Coming to EPCOT for Disney World Passholders

Walt Disney World Railroad’s Upcoming Limited Operation & Seating Changes

Beginning this summer, the Walt Disney World Railroad at Magic Kingdom will shift to a limited operational mode due to construction in Frontierland for the upcoming Disney Villains and Cars-themed lands. Beginning July 7th, the day after Rivers of America closes, the Frontierland station will also close, and the train will operate exclusively as a Walt Disney World Railroad’s Upcoming Limited Operation & Seating Changes

Meaning Behind New Disney Springs Art Walk Mural “Memento”

Disney Springs is well known as the dining and entertainment capital of Walt Disney World, where guests don’t need a theme park ticket to enjoy the lively atmosphere. With endless shopping opportunities, countless delightful restaurants, and world-class entertainment options, this area of the Orlando-based Disney resort has so much to offer. Even so, one of Meaning Behind New Disney Springs Art Walk Mural “Memento”

Muppet*Vision Hours Extended for Final Day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Disney’s Hollywood Studios is set to bid farewell to the beloved Muppet*Vision 3D attraction, with its final day of operation scheduled for this Saturday, June 7th. As they prepare to close the doors forever, Disney is giving fans a little more time to say goodbye. Traditionally, Muppet*Vision 3D has closed earlier than the rest of Muppet*Vision Hours Extended for Final Day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Head to Disney’s Wilderness Lodge for Cool Kid Summer Fun at Walt Disney World

Yesterday, we took an in-depth look at the Cool Kid Summer activities that are currently being offered at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, and today, we’re going to explore the happenings at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. The first thing I saw when I walked into Wilderness Lodge was their activities board for Cool Kid Summer. I Head to Disney’s Wilderness Lodge for Cool Kid Summer Fun at Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World Passholders: Exclusive New Aladdin Photo Op

Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can enjoy V.I.Passholder Summer Days across the Walt Disney World Resort, with fun and exclusive offers available. Don’t miss this new, special Magic Shot that offers Passholders an Aladdin-themed experience. Visit the Passholders Lounge in EPCOT in the Restaurant Marrakesh space to find out which Aladdin character will make an Walt Disney World Passholders: Exclusive New Aladdin Photo Op

‘Cars’ Piston Peak to Build on the Story of Magic Kingdom’s Frontierland

Disney has released more information on the new Cars-themed land replacing Tom Sawyer Island and the Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom. Piston Peak National Park takes place in the world of Disney/Pixar’s Cars franchise, featuring two new attractions. Piston Peak National Park was originally featured in Planes: Fire & Rescue, also taking place in ‘Cars’ Piston Peak to Build on the Story of Magic Kingdom’s Frontierland

Closing Date Announced for Rivers of America & Tom Sawyer Island at Magic Kingdom

Walt Disney World announced that Piston Peak National Park will be the new backdrop for the Cars-themed area coming to Magic Kingdom. Disney says, “The big rally race will fit into the waters, landscapes, and storytelling.” On July 7, the Rivers of America, Tom Sawyer Island, and the Liberty Square Riverboat will permanently close as Closing Date Announced for Rivers of America & Tom Sawyer Island at Magic Kingdom

Walt Disney Imagineering Shares First Look at Test Track’s New Marquee

We’re one mile closer to the reopening of Test Track at EPCOT. Earlier today, @waltdisneyimagineering shared a first look at the attraction’s all-new marquee. “The design echoes the attraction’s architecture, while incorporating the new logo in illuminated letters that will look amazing both day and night.” Notably, the displayed sponsor has gone back to General Walt Disney Imagineering Shares First Look at Test Track’s New Marquee