Gordon Ramsay at The Carnaby Sells Out Reservations Through September
The new Downtown Disney restaurant filled its available tables through September within 15 minutes.
July 2026 Theme Park News – Page 10
News, announcements, and park updates from this month.
Goofy's Candy Company Popcorn Station Opens July 17 at Disney Springs
The create-your-own popcorn counter soft opened Thursday before its official Friday start.
Epic Universe Toothless Loungefly Backpack Now Online for $120
Shop Universal released a $120 Epic Universe anniversary Toothless Loungefly mini backpack with an included dragon headband on July 16.
Halloween Horror Nights 35 Tribute Store Setup Begins at Universal Studios Florida
Stage truss has gone up outside the familiar New York storefront ahead of HHN 35.
EPCOT Food & Wine Dining Packages and Parisian Breakfast Reservations Open UPDATE: Breakfast Price
Eat to the Beat packages cost $36 to $99 for adults, while the Parisian Breakfast costs $67.95.
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and Jollywood Nights Tickets Now on Sale
General sales opened with all 40 Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and Jollywood Nights dates available.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas Closes July 15 After Severe Storms UPDATE: Power Outage
Storms interrupted power, but the parks reported no structural damage and will honor July 15 tickets during the 2026 season.
Universal Studios Japan Manhole Key Chains and Magnets Go on Sale July 24
The 25th-anniversary souvenirs bring USJ's Osaka manhole designs to Studio Style on July 24.
Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige to Receive 2026 Pioneer of the Year Award
The September 30 dinner at The Beverly Hilton will raise money for the Pioneers Assistance Fund.
New Rapunzel Costume and Light-Up Wand Listed at Disney Store, Both Out of Stock UPDATE: Back in Stock
Disney Store's new $59.99 Rapunzel costume and $29.99 light-up sound wand are now available to order online after briefly showing as out of stock.
Shop Universal Adds New Jaws Towel and Loungefly Bag
Shop Universal released a $33 Jaws beach towel and a $40 Loungefly Jaws bag on July 15. Both are available to order online.
Four Harry Potter Collectibles Restock at Shop Universal UPDATE: Wand Sells Out
Shop Universal restocked four Harry Potter collectibles priced from $60 to $400. The $65 interactive wand sold out online while the other three remain available.
Disney Lorcana Curator's Collection Debuts at Disney Parks July 17
The Disney Heroines set includes six full-art foil cards and limited-quantity sales at Disney destinations.
Disneyland Adds Hoa Aloha Float for DOLE Whip Day July 16 UPDATE: More Treats
Disney added two peach desserts at Walt Disney World and a souvenir cup alongside Disneyland's Hoa Aloha Float.
PETA Plans July 17 Protest at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
The noon demonstration will target the park's dolphin shows and in-water encounter.
Universal Drops Express From 2026 Halloween Horror Nights Multi-Night Passes UPDATE: Universal Confirms
Universal confirmed that 2026 multi-night Fear passes will return without bundled Express.
Man Gets Probation in Indecent Exposure Case Near Walt Disney World
The Osceola County case began with a reported incident at a Kissimmee vacation community near Walt Disney World.
Fury 325 Closed at Carowinds for Foundation Repair
Carowinds found the foundation issue during a routine inspection July 7 and has not announced a reopening date.
Halloween Horror Nights 35 Adds Stranger Things: Return to Hawkins Show
A WSQK broadcast revisits the music, monsters and memories from all five seasons.
Fast & Furious: Supercharged Closes August 16 at Universal Studios Florida
Universal moved the ride's final day forward from the previously announced 2027 window.
The Magic of Disney Animation Opens September 14 at Hollywood Studios
Disney set the opening date and shared new looks at the four main experiences.
Earl of Sandwich Offers 50 Free Meals at Downtown Disney Grand Opening
The first 50 customers in line July 15 will receive a complimentary meal.
VIDEO: Elephant Kianga Eats 22nd Birthday Cake in One Bite at Disney's Animal Kingdom
The animal care team made Kianga a number 22 cake, and she finished it in one enormous bite.
Tokyo Disney Resort Adds Tropical Drinks and Night Pool Packages
Palm Garden Pool has a summer photo spot, two ¥1,600 treats and night pool dining packages from July 18.
Cinderella Castle Suite Sweepstakes Benefits Give Kids The World
The prize includes a night inside Cinderella Castle and a three-night Walt Disney World trip for four.
Disney Parks Christmas Parade Earns Three 2026 Daytime Emmy Nominations
The 2025 holiday special is nominated for Outstanding Daytime Special and two production awards.
Cedar Point Ride Team Earns Top iROC Audit Score and Two Golden Thumb Awards
The Sandusky park earned a High Pass, iROC's highest audit score, while two operators received individual awards.
Holiday World Extends Hours to 10 p.m. on Three Summer Saturdays
Holiday World adds two evening hours on July 18, July 25 and Aug. 1, with Splashin' Safari open until 7:30 p.m.
Kumba Closes Aug. 2 at Busch Gardens Tampa; Kumba's Revenge Announced
Kumba will close Aug. 2 after 33 years at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, and the park has announced a new attraction called Kumba's Revenge.
Walt Disney World Adds July 19, 21 and 22 Good-to-Go Days
Walt Disney World added July 19, 21 and 22 as Good-to-Go Days for Annual Passholders, allowing eligible visits without park reservations.