This past month we had a lot of Disney news, thanks to the announcements at D23! I’ll go over some of the highlights below, but I’ll do more in-depth posts soon too (I already have my Magic Kingdom expansion post updated). Since I got to attend D23 myself, I’m sharing what the experience was like, plus some highlights from the panels I attended and visiting Disneyland. Coming soon!
I also wanted to mention that I am currently fundraising for the American Cancer Society by running the Princess Half Marathon race weekend. If you are inclined to donate, I have a special Disney thank you gift going for the month of September. Anyone who donates will get a handcrafted gift package made by me. Details are below, and you can donate by visiting this link.
And now, on to the news!
Disney news
- For Magic Kingdom, we got more details on Piston Peak, the Cars-themed area going in Frontierland, and Villains Land, plus the Carousel of Progress updates.
- Over at Animal Kingdom there was a peek at the new Encanto attraction (called Antonio’s Fiesta de Encanto), the Indiana Jones ride (titled Indiana Jones and the Myth of the Jade Serpent), and the carousel.
- A big announcement for Hollywood Studios is that Monstropolis will be opening earlier than announced, in 2027. This is ahead of the door coaster, which is still scheduled to open in 2028.
- The yeti animatronic at Expedition Everest over at Animal Kingdom will finally be coming back to life! No timeline was given for this.
- Spaceship Earth will be getting some updates in the coming years.
- Another exciting announcement over at Epcot: Figment’s ride is also getting an update! It promises a new journey into imagination, that includes the old fan-favorite Dreamfinder.
- There is a new temporary “pop-up” menu coming to the Diamond Horseshoe in Magic Kingdom. Hopefully it’s as tasty as it looks and sounds!
- Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival has begun – you can check out all of the menus here.
- As part of this year’s Epcot Food and Wine Festival, Disney will be hosting an interactive exhibit at CommuniCore Hall called “Cheers to Cheese!” This begins on September 18.
- Some upcoming refurbishments: The Walt Disney World Railroad in Magic Kingdom will temporarily be down for refurbishment, starting on September 28th and ending on October 30th. Tiana’s Bayou will be down starting on November 2nd (reopening date has not been announced yet). And from mid-June 2027 through October 2028, rooms at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort will undergo refurbishment.
- A new dining location will be opening at the Disney Boardwalk called the Hurly-Burly, on October 1st. We now have a look at the menu for this location.
- Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge, a new resort hotel, will officially open on July 1, 2027.
- Wolfgang Puck Bar and Grill, a restaurant located in Disney Springs, will officially close permanently on Septmber 13.
- The Disney Parks Play app is being retired on September 16th at both Disney World and Disneyland. Batuu Bounty Hunters will still be available, but no word yet on my personal favorite – DuckTales World Showcase Adventures.
- Disneyland will see a new wave of entertainment next year, including Remember… Dreams Come True fireworks, a different version of World of Color, and the Magic Happens Parade.
- Disney Cruise Lines has announced some new itineraries for 2027 and 2028, including sailings out of New York.
- Coco 2, scheduled to come out in November 2029, will feature Miguel as a teenager and a return trip for him to the Land of the Dead.
- Oswald the Lucky Rabbit is getting his own Disney+ animation/live action hybrid series coming in February 2027.
- Zootopia 3 is confirmed to be in development, and will feature birds.
Disney rumors
Magic Kingdom // Tomorrowland in Disneyland was announced to be getting a redo, but no mention for Disney World. Some are suggesting that a new version of Tomorrowland will come to Florida once Disneyland’s is finished. This might include updating Space Mountain and getting rid of the Tomorrowland Speedway.
Hollywood Studios // Will Hollywood Studios be getting a new fireworks show? Some have reported seeing fireworks testing happening late night in the parks. There is some speculation that it might be a holiday show for Jollywood Nights.
Disneyland // The Avatar Land coming to California is still supposedly in the works, but we haven’t heard much about it. Due to that, and the announcement of other Disneyland projects, many are guessing that we probably won’t see the opening of Avatar over there until 2030 or later.
Other Disney blogs
Jenn at Fairest Run of All brings her tips for how to have less-awkward interactions when meeting face characters as an adult!
I absolutely love this Muppets Haunted Mansion party that Rochelle at Polka Dots and Pixie Dust put together!
Over at Anakin and His Angel, Jenmarie brings us the details on the new Galaxy’s Edge Batuu Adventure Buddies. I saw a number of people walking around with them when I was at Disneyland and they looked cute!
Curious about how to rope drop Epcot when staying at Pop Century? The Resorts Gal brings you the details, including exactly how long it too her to get there.
Alex at Second Dad to the Right brings us their thoughts on the 25 scariest rides at Disney World. Do you agree or disagree?
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