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Big Dining Changes at Disney’s Animal Kingdom as DinoLand Goes Extinct

Big changes are on the horizon for Disney’s Animal Kingdom, as the park prepares for the transformation of DinoLand U.S.A. into the upcoming Tropical Americas land. As part of this phased overhaul, Disney announced today that multiple dining locations will be closing – some permanently and others temporarily. Farewell to Trilo-Bites and Dino-Bite Snacks Two beloved snack Big Dining Changes at Disney’s Animal Kingdom as DinoLand Goes Extinct

The Cake Bake Shop’s ‘Dinner with Santa’ Coming to Disney’s Boardwalk

This holiday season, The Cake Bake Shop at Disney’s BoardWalk is offering a unique dining experience filled with elegant cuisine and a touch of North Pole magic. On select evenings – November 18, November 25, December 2, and December 9 – guests can enjoy Dinner with Santa Claus, a special event designed to celebrate the season The Cake Bake Shop’s ‘Dinner with Santa’ Coming to Disney’s Boardwalk

2026 Disney After Hours Events Now Available for Resort Guests: Full Pricing and Dates

As of today, October 9, 2025, guests staying at Disney Resort hotels, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin, and Shades of Green can officially begin purchasing tickets for 2026 Disney After Hours events. All other guests will be able to purchase tickets beginning October 14, 2025 – mark your calendars! These exclusive, limited-capacity, separately ticketed events are held at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and 2026 Disney After Hours Events Now Available for Resort Guests: Full Pricing and Dates

Candy-Coated, Dipped Mickey Ice Cream Bars NOW Available at Disney World

All-new hand-dipped Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bars are now available at select Quick-Service locations around Walt Disney World! This iconic Disney treat is getting a makeover by being hand-dipped in chocolate and garnished with candy. There are 7 different versions of the new, hand-dipped Mickey Bars available at 13 different locations. Make your Mickey-shaped treat Candy-Coated, Dipped Mickey Ice Cream Bars NOW Available at Disney World

NEW: Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets Opens Summer 2026

Walt Disney World has shared a few updates for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets, coming soon to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Most importantly: the reimagined coaster will debut in Summer 2026. The announcement was paired with a concert handbill graphic: Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets will spotlight Electric Mayhem (the Muppets’ signature rock NEW: Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets Opens Summer 2026