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Walt Disney Studios Courtyard Music Revealed in New WDI Behind-the-Scenes Video

Walt Disney Imagineering has shared a behind-the-scenes video on the music being composed for the new Walt Disney Studios courtyard, which opens May 26 at Hollywood Studios.

8 hours ago · May 19, 2026 | 3:08pm ET

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Bluey's Wild World Gets Official Disney World Webpage Ahead of May 26 Opening

Bluey's Wild World at Conservation Station now has its own page on the Disney World site. It confirms a virtual queue from day one, with no standby line during the initial opening period.

9 hours ago · May 19, 2026 | 2:43pm ET

Shopping

EPCOT France Pavilion: La Signature Closes Early June for Refurbishment

La Signature, the Guerlain boutique in EPCOT's France Pavilion, closes June 8 for refurbishment. No reopening date is set, but Guerlain products remain available at Plume Et Palette nearby.

11 hours ago · May 19, 2026 | 12:13pm ET

Other

Disney's New Signature Portrait Sessions: Private Photo Shoots at Grand Floridian and Polynesian

Private 40-minute portrait shoots with professional PhotoPass photographers are now available at Grand Floridian and Polynesian resorts for $399, with around 60 retouched images delivered within a…

13 hours ago · May 19, 2026 | 10:42am ET

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Disney Adds More Passholder Reservations for Rock 'n' Roller Coaster and Smugglers Run Dates

Hollywood Studios reservation availability has reopened for May 21 and May 22, giving Passholders another chance to book ahead of Rock 'n' Roller Coaster and Smugglers Run previews.

13 hours ago · May 19, 2026 | 10:05am ET

Resorts

Disney World Airport Luggage Transfer: Full Details for American, Southwest and United

The Airport Luggage Transfer service now covers American Airlines and United Airlines, joining Southwest. Available to guests at five Value Resorts, bags transfer between MCO and the hotel.

14 hours ago · May 19, 2026 | 9:46am ET

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Soarin' Across America Passholder Previews Begin Today at EPCOT — May 19, 2026

Soarin' Across America passholder previews begin today at EPCOT, with DVC members following on May 21 and the official public opening set for May 26.

16 hours ago · May 19, 2026 | 7:39am ET

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My Disney Experience App Update Brings In-App Park Reservations to Walt Disney World

The My Disney Experience app now handles park reservations natively, skipping the browser handoff that previously interrupted the process. Update to the latest version on the App Store or Google Play…

16 hours ago · May 19, 2026 | 7:33am ET

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Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Passholder Preview Virtual Queue Now Showing in My Disney Experience

The Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Passholder preview virtual queue is now visible in My Disney Experience ahead of the first distribution at 7:00 am on May 21.

17 hours ago · May 19, 2026 | 6:47am ET

Events

Fourth of July 2026 Fireworks Showtimes Now Available for Magic Kingdom and EPCOT – July 3, 4, and 5

Fourth of July 2026 fireworks showtimes are live for Magic Kingdom and EPCOT, with both parks running shows across three nights - July 3, 4, and 5 - for the first time.

1 day ago · May 18, 2026 | 6:34pm ET

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First ride on Soarin' Across America: What's changed, what's the same, and every location in the new EPCOT film

Soarin' Across America has arrived at EPCOT and here's everything you need to know from the first ride: every location in the new film, what's changed, what's the same, and a full POV video.

1 day ago · May 18, 2026 | 5:21pm ET

Resorts

Disney World Airport Luggage Transfer Service Expands to American and United Airlines May 19 2026

Airport Luggage Transfer at Disney expands to American and United Airlines on May 19, joining Southwest, which has been part of the service since its April 3 launch.

1 day ago · May 18, 2026 | 3:04pm ET

Transportation

Tom Kane, Voice of the WDW Monorail and Happily Ever After Narrator, Dies at 64

Tom Kane, the voice of the WDW Monorail since 2012 and narrator of Happily Ever After, has died at 64. He passed away Monday in Kansas City from complications of a 2020 stroke.

1 day ago · May 18, 2026 | 1:35pm ET

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Christophe Murphy Named New President of Disneyland Paris

Christophe Murphy takes over as President of Disneyland Paris by end of July, replacing Natacha Rafalski, who moves to lead Disney Cruise Line's expansion to 13 ships by 2031.

1 day ago · May 18, 2026 | 12:06pm ET

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Joe Schott Named New Walt Disney World President as Jeff Vahle Retirement Triggers Leadership Shuffle

Joe Schott, a 40-year Disney veteran who started as a Jungle Cruise Skipper, takes over as Walt Disney World President as Jeff Vahle retires after 36 years with the company.

1 day ago · May 18, 2026 | 11:58am ET

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Expedition Everest's Latest Queue Change Affects Single Rider Wait Times

Expedition Everest's red room now sorts standby guests into odd and even groups to fill trains faster, but single riders are called forward less often, making that queue noticeably slower.

1 day ago · May 18, 2026 | 9:45am ET

Events

Third Magic Kingdom Disney After Hours Date Sells Out in 2026 — Six Dates Remaining

The May 18 Magic Kingdom Disney After Hours event has sold out, the third date to reach capacity in 2026. Six dates remain, ranging from $175 to $199 per person.

1 day ago · May 18, 2026 | 7:27am ET

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Hollywood Studios Reservations Gone for Two of Three Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Preview Dates

Hollywood Studios park reservations for May 21 and May 22 are full, leaving May 23 as the only Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Muppets preview date with availability for the 7:00 am queue.

1 day ago · May 18, 2026 | 7:11am ET

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Disney World News Recap: Week of May 10, 2026

May 26 shapes up as one of the busiest opening days in recent resort history, Jeff Vahle is retiring as president, and the Scooter animatronic is drawing serious attention ahead of Rock 'n' Roller…

2 days ago · May 17, 2026 | 8:38am ET

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Statler and Waldorf from MuppetVision 3D Find New Home at Rock 'n' Roller Coaster

Statler and Waldorf's Audio-Animatronic figures from the closed MuppetVision 3D have moved to Rock 'n' Roller Coaster's unload station, debuting for the public on May 26, 2026.

3 days ago · May 16, 2026 | 8:16am ET

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First Video of Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Muppets Preshow Shows Off Jaw-Dropping Scooter Animatronic

A 25-second clip shows the new Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Muppets preshow in action, with a first-ever Scooter Audio-Animatronic built from motion-capture data. Previews begin May 21.

4 days ago · May 15, 2026 | 4:43pm ET

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'Project Fedora' Update: Construction Notices Filed Near Indiana Jones at Disney's Hollywood Studios

Construction notices filed near the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular exit hint at what Project Fedora may bring, with a 202-square-foot footprint and themed fabrication contractors now on record.

4 days ago · May 15, 2026 | 4:23pm ET

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New Magic Kingdom Ferry Boat Takes Shape in Dry Dock at Disney World Marina

Aerial photos show Magic Kingdom's fourth ferry taking shape in dry dock near the Contemporary Resort. Named Meg Gilbert Crofton, the 120-foot vessel is set to launch in 2027.

4 days ago · May 15, 2026 | 3:37pm ET

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Inside the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Stratocaster Redesign with Walt Disney Imagineering

Walt Disney Imagineering's Josh breaks down the redesigned Stratocaster at G-Force Records, including a hidden golden piano key honoring Dr. Teeth. The attraction opens May 26, 2026.

4 days ago · May 15, 2026 | 2:58pm ET

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New Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu Food and Drinks Coming to Walt Disney World

Mandalorian and Grogu food and drinks arrive at Hollywood Studios and Disney Springs on May 22, with new dishes at Galaxy's Edge, three Oga's Cantina cocktails, and collectible sippers and buckets.

4 days ago · May 15, 2026 | 1:15pm ET

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Hidden Easter Egg at Rock 'n' Roller Coaster: Original Aerosmith Guitar Spotted in Muppets Preshow

A Gibson Les Paul from the Aerosmith preshow has survived the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster makeover and is now on display inside the new G-Force Records recording studio.

4 days ago · May 15, 2026 | 12:32pm ET

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Soarin' Across America POV Video: First Look at the New Film at EPCOT

Full POV videos of Soarin' Across America are now online from cast member previews. The new film opens to all guests at EPCOT on May 26, replacing the previous version with a U.S.-spanning flight.

4 days ago · May 15, 2026 | 11:53am ET

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What Is 'Project Fedora'? Mystery Construction Near Indiana Jones at Disney's Hollywood Studios

A mystery construction project near the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular exit at Hollywood Studios has been filed as Project Fedora. The footprint is just 202 square feet, suggesting a kiosk.

4 days ago · May 15, 2026 | 10:12am ET

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Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Merchandise Lineup Revealed

The Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets merchandise lineup is here, with tees, hats, a water bottle, and collectibles available from opening day May 26, plus a guitar-shaped Loungefly bag…

4 days ago · May 15, 2026 | 9:40am ET

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First Look at Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets New Blue Ride Vehicles

On-ride photos reveal the new Rock 'n' Roller Coaster limos painted blue with Muppets-themed graphics, replacing the Aerosmith-era vehicles ahead of the May 26 public opening.

4 days ago · May 15, 2026 | 9:30am ET