Deaf & Ally Day sells out at Six Flags Magic Mountain
The June 6 community event at the Valencia park sold out after tickets were offered for $55 per person.
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Muppets Rock 'n' Roller Coaster opens UPDATE: Busy Debut
CrowdLevels recorded a 70-minute posted wait at 11:10 a.m. CDT on opening day.
Disney expands Bluey across parks, cruises, and 2027 movie
The Animal Kingdom opening is part of a wider Bluey push across live experiences, Disney Cruise Line, Disney+, and theaters.
Bluey's Wild World virtual queue fills almost instantly
The opening-day 7 a.m. drop vanished fast at Disney's Animal Kingdom.
Hello Kitty Neon Summer Greeting Set for Universal Studios Japan
Hello Kitty and Dear Daniel appear in colorful summer yukata for the July 1 through Aug. 26 USJ summer event.
Disney Adventure World Merchandise Arrives at Two Disneyland Paris Stores
The official collection includes logo apparel and accessories at Walt Disney Studios Store and Mickey's of Hollywood Boutique.
Bluey's Wild World Soft Opens at Disney's Animal Kingdom Before May 26 Launch UPDATE: Irwin Narration
The Conservation Station experience began welcoming guests one day early, and Robert Irwin can now be heard during the Wildlife Express Train ride.
Jon Favreau Says Mandalorian Assets Helped Disney Parks Build New Smugglers Run Mission
Favreau connected the film, Disney+ production tools, Imagineering, Star Tours, Disney Cruise Line, and the new mission.
Garden Grove Chemical Tank Explosion Risk Eliminated Near Disneyland UPDATE: Zone Reduced
Orange County reduced the Garden Grove chemical tank evacuation zone while Disneyland Resort remains open outside the affected area.
GoofyCore Returns to CommuniCore Hall at EPCOT for Cool KIDS' SUMMER
The indoor EPCOT dance-party and game setup is back one day before Walt Disney World's summer family event begins.
King Arthur Carrousel Closes July 6 for Refurbishment at Disneyland Park
The Fantasyland carousel is scheduled to close after the Fourth of July weekend.
Bluey's Wild World Virtual Queue Added to My Disney Experience Before May 26 Opening UPDATE: Once Daily
The app entry shows two request windows for the Conservation Station experience, with one virtual queue entry per day for the Bluey experience.
Disney Store's May 25 arrivals include Disneyland and Walt Disney World apparel
The Her Universe Resorts Collection includes mini totes, skorts, dresses, sweatshirts, shirts, a tank top, a sweater, and zip jackets.
Pteranodon Flyers refurbishment extended to July 2
Universal Orlando now has Pteranodon Flyers closed through July 2, while Me Ship, The Olive closes May 26 through June 9.
Dorney Park delays Wildwater Kingdom opening to May 30
Forecasted weather kept the Allentown water park closed through Memorial Day weekend.
Tokyo Disney Resort adds Funderful Disney member greeting and show tickets
Summer member benefits include a paid Tokyo Disneyland character greeting and paid show-viewing tickets at both parks.
Disney Store Limited Time draws opening-weekend crowds at Ross Park Mall
Disney's first temporary mall shop opened near Pittsburgh and opening-day demand quickly filled weekend access.
Disneyland remains open outside Garden Grove evacuation zone UPDATE: State Response
California added emergency personnel while Disneyland Resort remained outside the evacuation zone.
Fast & Furious Hollywood Drift track work advances
Aerial videos show installed supports, track staging, and station work for Universal Orlando's 2027 coaster.
FØØD by Swedish Chef opens early at Disney's Hollywood Studios
The Muppets food stand opened during passholder previews for the rethemed coaster.
UPDATE: Muppets Coaster soft opening ends for all guests
The all-guest soft opening ended Sunday evening as Disney Vacation Club member previews resumed.
Jessie's Roundup soft opens early at Magic Kingdom
The Toy Story offering started inside The Diamond Horseshoe before Walt Disney World's Cool KIDS' SUMMER officially begins May 26.
Disney x Formula 1 collection adds new items
The official online collection includes Mickey Mouse Velocity pieces, F1 Academy Minnie Mouse items, pins, plush, bags, patches, and apparel.
Figment and Cinderella Castle art arrives at Disney Store
The online art drop includes standard and signed limited editions by Denyse Klette.
Stitch Surf Summer Collection arrives at Disney Store
The online apparel set has aloha shirts, dresses, hoodies, sweatshirts, T-shirts, and swim shorts for adults and kids.
Disney+ and Hulu Throwbacks Mini Mall opens June 6
The two-day Westfield Century City pop-up includes photo ops, a pin machine, and themed activations.
Sanji's Pirate Restaurant lottery opens May 25
Entries run through 11:59 p.m. May 27 Japan time for the One Piece Premier Summer dining event.
Disney A-2-Z Pin Event Set for Sept. 5 at Walt Disney World
The pin-trading event runs 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. at ESPN Wide World of Sports AdventHealth Arena.
Walt Disney World Airport Luggage Transfer Now Covers American, Southwest, and United
The BagCheck pilot is active for select Disney Value Resort guests on eligible domestic flights through Orlando International Airport.
Bob Gurr signed attraction posters go on sale online
The Disney Legend's online sale has more than 35 signed poster styles, including some designs not previously offered this way.
Six Flags Great Adventure starts daily summer operations
The Jackson, New Jersey park is moving into daily summer operation as its Memorial Day sale nears the May 25 deadline.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad down at Magic Kingdom May 23 (Update: Now Open)
The Frontierland coaster reopened Saturday after a reported all-day outage and a park operations push alert.
Orange County state of emergency declared for Garden Grove chemical incident
California added state resources Saturday as evacuation orders remained active around the damaged Garden Grove tank near west Anaheim.
Edelweiss Lodge seating opens in Disneyland Fantasyland
The new covered seating area adds shade and tables beside Edelweiss Snacks near Matterhorn Bobsleds.
Six Flags Great Adventure closes at 2 p.m. May 23 for weather
Weather cut into the Jackson, New Jersey park's Saturday operating day during Memorial Day weekend.
Indiana Jones stunt performer returns after boulder incident
Robert Herrick is back at the Hollywood Studios show, while the boulder sequence remains modified.
Cedar Point closing at 8 p.m. May 23 for weather
Forecasted weather cut into the Sandusky park's Saturday operating day.
Disney's Hollywood Studios adds 8 a.m. opening for May 26
Hollywood Studios gets an earlier gate for a morning packed with Disney and Muppets openings.
Six Flags parks offer free military admission through May 25
Multiple Six Flags parks are offering free Memorial Day weekend admission to active or retired military members and veterans.
Disney Store Limited Time opens first shop at Ross Park Mall
The temporary Disney retail shop starts May 23 near Pittsburgh before a second location opens in Paramus this fall.
Garden Grove chemical emergency puts west Anaheim under evacuation orders
Evacuation orders remained in place west of the resort area Friday night while crews cooled an unstable tank.
Carowinds closes Carolina Harbor opening day for weather
The Charlotte-area water park's May 23 season start is on hold after storms moved into the forecast.
New Disney Parks ride soundtracks arrive on Apple Music
Walt Disney Records has released new Apple Music albums for Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin and Soarin' Across America.
Universal hints at more Wizarding World work at Epic Universe
A first-anniversary interview points back to months of construction paperwork around the Harry Potter land.
Soarin' Across America soft-opens early at EPCOT
The new flight film began carrying regular EPCOT guests before its official May 26 opening.
Six Flags Pre-K Pass deadline is May 31 for 22 parks
Families with a qualifying 2026 pass or membership can register children ages 3 to 5 for free season admission, but in-park activation is also due May 31.
Six Flags Great America plans 50th Anniversary Day Bash for May 29
The one-day party includes Four of a Kind, anniversary merch, Legacy Museum artifacts, and 9:30 p.m. fireworks.
Disney Experiences wins Telly and Shorty awards for parks videos
The honors cover Disneyland Handcrafted, Imagineering videos, Dude Perfect, and Kylie Kelce.
Grogu Mode replaces Chewie Mode on Smugglers Run
The May 22 Mandalorian update has a hidden button sequence for riders in the gunner seats.
Bluey's Wild World gets first official video before May 26 opening
A short Disney Parks video shows Bluey inside Conservation Station before the family experience opens.
New Mandalorian and Grogu merchandise arrives
Disney's May 22 update adds BDX droids, LEGO ships, apparel, MagicBand+, theater cards, and Disney Store items.
Sinners Halloween Horror Nights merch adds acrylic figure
The Sinners drop now includes a limited-release acrylic figure, hat, and T-shirt.
Hurricane Harbor New Jersey closes opening weekend for weather
The Six Flags water park will stay closed May 23 and May 24.
New Disney Parks accessories arrive at Disney Store
The online wave includes a Dooney & Bourke satchel, Small World anniversary bag, and Pandora fireworks charm.
Michigan's Adventure opens May 22 under Enchanted Parks
The Muskegon amusement park starts its 2026 season, with WildWater Adventure following June 13.
Fan Fest Nights 2026 merch arrives at Shop Universal
The Hollywood event now has new online merch after its final 2026 date.
D23 opens Walt Disney Birthplace tour tickets today
The June 28 Chicago tour is part of D23's Walt Disney 125th anniversary event series.
Disneyland Fleet Week visit gets Navy flyover and flag retreat
Updated May 22: Coast Guard guests, Navy Band Southwest, and a Super Hornet flyover joined the Disneyland visit.
Disney Parks shares Wishes Assemble video from Disneyland event
The Disney Unscripted episode follows the Avengers-themed Make-A-Wish event at Disney California Adventure Park.
Shop Universal adds new Jaws, Jurassic Park, and Epic Universe items
The latest official online wave leans on park icons, summer gear, and Wizarding World sweets.
Dollywood wins NAPHA favorite theme park again
The Pigeon Forge park took the enthusiast group's favorite theme park title for the fourth straight year.
Cedar Point Shores delays its 2026 opening to May 30
Forecasted weather pushed the Sandusky water park's season start out of Memorial Day weekend.
Sinners joins Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights lineup
The Hollywood event starts September 3 with Sinners as its first announced haunted house for 2026.
Disney Store opens pre-orders for Jango Fett Galaxy's Edge helmet
The $149.99 voice-changing helmet is tied to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge.
Six Flags White Water starts daily summer operations May 22
The Atlanta-area water park begins its Memorial Day Weekend event May 22 through May 25.
Captain Cacao meet-and-greet starts May 22 at Epic Universe
The Celestial Park character begins meeting guests May 22.
Knott's Hotel Free Fast Lane package runs through May 28
Eligible Sunday through Thursday stays include one free Fast Lane per registered guest.
MEN IN BLACK Alien Attack temporarily closes June 1 at Universal Orlando
Pteranodon Flyers is also nearing its May 22 return after a long Islands of Adventure refurbishment.
South Bay Shores opens for Memorial Day weekend
The Santa Clara park is pairing water park hours with fireworks and 50th season summer programming.
Mickey's Halloween Party tickets run $119 to $229 in 2026
Walt Disney World's 2026 party calendar has 38 nights from August 7 through October 31, and Halloween night has already sold out.
Bob Iger to receive PAC Icon of Culture Award in October
The former Disney CEO will be honored at the Perelman Performing Arts Center's annual gala in New York City.
Dorney Park donates 5,000 Squishmallows to Lehigh Valley families
The plush donation will support local children and families through Lehigh Valley partners.
Walt Disney Studios Lot opens early at Hollywood Studios
The former Animation Courtyard area is open now, with the Disney Jr. show still set for May 26.
Disney Parks shares first POV video for Muppets coaster
The new POV video gives riders a look inside the rethemed coaster before its May 26 opening.
Klook lists Universal Kids Resort tickets starting July 1
Klook is showing dated admission for the Frisco park, while Universal still has a 2026 opening window.
Disney posts new Star Wars parks guide before May 22 ride update
The May 20 Star Wars update pulls together the Smugglers Run mission, BDX droids, food, merch, cruise ships, and international park notes.
Disneyland summer deals put kids tickets at $50
The summer offers include weekday hotel savings, lower 1-day ticket dates, and May 22 entertainment starts.
Universal opens Spielberg Summer Tribute Store in Orlando
The limited-time store features Jaws, E.T., Jurassic Park, and Disclosure Day props ahead of Universal's May 23 summer movie lineup.
Disneyland drops 11 a.m. Park Hopping rule on June 9
Park Hopper guests will be able to switch parks earlier, while reservations and capacity limits still apply.
Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets begins preview rides
The reworked coaster is running before its May 26 public opening, with Scooter and The Electric Mayhem taking over G-Force Records.
Dollywood NightFlight Expedition shifts to 2026 opening
Dollywood now has a broader 2026 opening window for the Wildwood Grove attraction.
Disneyland Magic Key poster pickup starts for Smugglers Run update
The complimentary poster is available at Star Wars Trading Post before the Mandalorian and Grogu ride update.
Cedar Point hot car case leads to arrest
Local reports say Sandusky police removed a puppy from a parked vehicle.
Disney World sets July 4 fireworks times
The holiday lineup now runs three nights with 9 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. showtimes across July 3, 4, and 5.
Disney adds $399 resort PhotoPass sessions
The pilot brings private 40-minute shoots to Grand Floridian and Polynesian resort locations.
Holiday in the Park returns to two Six Flags parks
Great Adventure and Over Georgia are getting redesigned winter events with pass access and a sale tie-in.
Soarin' Across America passholder previews start at EPCOT
Annual Passholders and DVC Members got an early look before the May 26 public opening.
Dollywood adds local and student deals
$5 Sevier County Days and a $34.99 student offer add early-summer hooks.
Disney shares almost-complete Cinderella Castle photos
The newest photos show blue roofs, gold trim, and gray stonework.
Six Flags Over Texas starts daily summer operations
New shows and 65th-anniversary programming arrive with daily hours.
LEGO Disney Main Street set launches in June
The $399.99 set ties into Disneyland's 70th anniversary year.
Six Flags Over Georgia starts daily summer operations
Daily operations, Hurricane Harbor Atlanta, and Memorial Day offers stack up.
Trader Sam's reopens May 25
The Disneyland Hotel bar returns with anniversary items and a mug release.
CityWalk's 600 Block Speakeasy returns
The limited-time 21-and-older dining stop runs through August 23.
Disney park reservations move into the apps
The reported change keeps reservation booking inside the app.
Disneyland facial-recognition gates face a lawsuit
The complaint targets the resort's upgraded entry-gate technology.
Six Flags Memorial Day sale ends May 25
Participating parks are advertising online discounts on tickets and passes.
Disneyland pin trading rules shift to handheld trading
Disneyland's updated rules narrow how trading displays can be used.
Two Studios Passholder dates are booked for Muppets preview
Annual Passholder reservations are booked for May 21 and May 22.
Cedar Point says Millennium Force seat belts are too short
Replacement belts are coming after guests reported fit issues.
Tiffins and Nomad Lounge debut new menu items
The Animal Kingdom dining pair marks 10 years with new food and drinks.
Six Flags Over Texas outage triggers ride evacuations
Video and guest reports showed ride evacuations after a parkwide power issue.
Disney Experiences names new park leaders
Joe Schott, Natacha Rafalski, and Christophe Murphy are moving into new leadership roles.
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Disney Parks
Disney expands Bluey across parks, cruises, and 2027 movie
The Animal Kingdom opening is part of Disney's wider Bluey push across parks, cruises, streaming, and theaters.
Bluey's Wild World virtual queue fills almost instantly
The 7 a.m. opening-day drop vanished fast at Disney's Animal Kingdom.
Muppets Rock 'n' Roller Coaster opens UPDATE: Busy Debut
CrowdLevels recorded a 70-minute posted wait at 11:10 a.m. CDT.
Disney Adventure World merchandise arrives at two Disneyland Paris stores
The official collection is available at Walt Disney Studios Store and Mickey's of Hollywood Boutique.
Jon Favreau says Mandalorian assets helped Smugglers Run update
Favreau connected the film, Imagineering, Star Tours, Disney Cruise Line, and the new mission.
King Arthur Carrousel closes July 6 for refurbishment
The Fantasyland carousel is scheduled to close after the Fourth of July weekend.
Bluey's Wild World soft opens before May 26 launch UPDATE: Irwin Narration
Robert Irwin can now be heard during the Wildlife Express Train ride to Conservation Station.
Bluey's Wild World virtual queue added UPDATE: Once Daily
The app entry shows two request windows and one virtual queue entry per day for the Bluey experience.
Universal
Hello Kitty Neon Summer Greeting set for USJ
Hello Kitty and Dear Daniel appear in colorful summer yukata from July 1 through Aug. 26.
Pteranodon Flyers refurbishment extended to July 2
Universal now lists Pteranodon Flyers closed through July 2.
Fast & Furious Hollywood Drift track work advances
The 2027 coaster is taking shape near Universal CityWalk.
Universal hints at more Wizarding World work
A first-anniversary interview adds a sharper clue to Epic Universe's expansion trail.
Fan Fest Nights merch arrives at Shop Universal
The online batch includes Dungeons & Dragons, One Piece, Scooby-Doo, and Universal Monsters items.
Shop Universal adds new park-icon merch
The latest wave includes Jaws, Jurassic Park, Epic Universe, and Wizarding World items.
Sinners HHN merch adds figure
The drop now includes a figure, hat, and T-shirt.
Regional Parks
Deaf & Ally Day sells out at Six Flags Magic Mountain
The June 6 community event sold out after tickets were offered for $55 per person.
Dorney Park delays Wildwater Kingdom opening
The Allentown water park stayed closed May 23 through May 25 because of forecasted weather.
Six Flags Great Adventure starts daily summer operations
The Jackson, New Jersey park is moving into its daily summer schedule.
Cedar Point closing at 8 p.m. May 23
Forecasted weather cut into the Sandusky park's Saturday operating day.
Carowinds closes Carolina Harbor opening day
The water park's May 23 season start is on hold because of storms.
Six Flags Great America plans 50th Anniversary Day Bash
The May 29 party includes Four of a Kind, 50th merch, Legacy Museum artifacts, and fireworks.
Hurricane Harbor New Jersey closes opening weekend
The Six Flags water park will stay closed May 23 and May 24 because of forecasted weather.
Michigan's Adventure opens under Enchanted Parks
The Muskegon amusement park starts its 2026 season May 22.
Deals
Six Flags parks offer free military admission
The Memorial Day weekend offer runs through May 25 at multiple parks.
Six Flags Pre-K Pass deadline is May 31
The free child pass covers ages 3 to 5 at 22 participating parks.
Knott's Hotel Free Fast Lane package runs through May 28
Eligible Sunday through Thursday stays include one free Fast Lane per registered guest.
Disneyland summer deals put kids tickets at $50
Kids 3 to 9 get a special Park Hopper option from May 22 through September 7.
Dollywood adds local and student deals
$5 Sevier County Days and a $34.99 student offer add early-summer hooks.
Six Flags Memorial Day sale ends May 25
Participating parks are advertising online discounts on tickets and passes.
Holiday in the Park returns to two Six Flags parks
The winter event news arrives with a passholder sale tie-in.
Dining and Hotels
FØØD by Swedish Chef opens early
The Muppets food stand opened during Hollywood Studios passholder previews.
Knott's Hotel adds Free Fast Lane package
The offer covers eligible Sunday through Thursday stays into August.
Disney adds resort PhotoPass sessions
The $399 pilot starts at Grand Floridian and Polynesian resort locations.
Trader Sam's reopens May 25
The Disneyland Hotel bar returns with anniversary items and a mug release.
Tiffins and Nomad Lounge add new menu items
The Animal Kingdom dining pair marks 10 years with new food and drinks.
CityWalk's speakeasy is back through August
Universal's limited-time dining pop-up adds a late-day Orlando option.
Operations and Calendars
Bluey's Wild World virtual queue fills almost instantly
The 7 a.m. opening-day drop vanished fast at Disney's Animal Kingdom.
Disneyland remains open UPDATE: State Response
California added emergency personnel while the resort stayed outside the evacuation zone.
Orange County state of emergency declared
California added state resources for the Garden Grove chemical incident.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad down at Magic Kingdom (Update: Now Open)
The Frontierland coaster reopened after a reported all-day outage.
Indiana Jones stunt performer returns
The Hollywood Studios show is still running with a modified boulder sequence.
Cedar Point closing early for weather
The main park will close at 8 p.m. on May 23.
Hollywood Studios adds 8 a.m. opening
May 26 gets an earlier gate for the park's loaded opening day.
Carolina Harbor opening day is closed
Thunderstorms delayed the Carowinds water park's May 23 season start.
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