Disney Cruise Line Reservation System Goes Offline July 9-10
Disney Cruise Line reservation tools go offline from 4 a.m. EDT July 9 through 4 a.m. EDT July 10, with online check-in and activity bookings unavailable during the maintenance window.
July 2026 Theme Park News – Page 14
News, announcements, and park updates from this month.
Former Disneyland President Ken Potrock to Retire After Super Bowl LXI
Ken Potrock, Disney's president of Major Events Integration and former Disneyland Resort president, plans to retire after Super Bowl LXI in February 2027.
First Disneyland Paris Wish Recipient Returns 34 Years Later
Anne-Lise returned to Disneyland Paris 34 years after becoming the resort's first wish recipient, as the resort marks over 25,000 wishes granted since 1992.
Fiesta Village Family Fun Park Closes July 11 After 52 Years in Colton
Fiesta Village Family Fun Park in Colton, California, has its final public operating days July 10 and 11, with rides, go-karts, mini golf, laser tag, arcade, batting cages, and roller skating scheduled.
Disney's Polynesian Village Resort Driving Route Changes July 13 as Seven Seas Drive Dead Ends
Guests headed to Disney's Polynesian Village Resort and Island Tower will use different driving routes when the Seven Seas Drive connection at Floridian Way closes July 13.
Six Flags July Flash Sale Tickets Start at $29 at 18 Parks and Water Parks UPDATE: More Parks Added
Eighteen Six Flags parks and water parks now have July flash-sale tickets from $29 to $55, including one-day and two-day offers valid through July 31.
St. Maarten Expects Disney Cruise Line Calls to Grow in 2027
St. Maarten officials expect a larger Disney Cruise Line schedule in 2027 after Disney Destiny made its first visit to the island July 1.
Moana Ube Sundae and Heihei Delight Debut at Walt Disney World
Walt Disney World has two Moana-inspired treats at Disney's Animal Kingdom and EPCOT: the Motunui Ube Sundae and the Heihei Delight.
Disneyland Stopped Tiana's Bayou Adventure After Another Child Exited a Log
TMZ reported a Saturday night emergency stop at Tiana's Bayou Adventure after a child exited a log at Disneyland Park, and Disneyland said cast members handled the stop.
2027 planDisney Panel Applications Open July 10 Through July 15
Applications for the 2027 planDisney panel open July 10 and close July 15, with Disney seeking vacation-planning panelists for its official Q&A resource.
Cedar Point Boardwalk Nights Returns July 17 With Beach and Boardwalk Entertainment
Cedar Point Boardwalk Nights returns July 17 and runs through August 16, excluding Tuesdays, with beach and Boardwalk entertainment plus a resort package with free after-4 p.m. admission.
Benny the Disneyland Security Dog Retires After Six Years
Benny, a golden retriever on the Disneyland Resort security K9 team, has retired after six years of service.
Six Flags New England Closed July 7 for Weather
Six Flags New England is closed Tuesday, July 7, because of inclement weather in Agawam, Massachusetts.
Disney's Hollywood Studios Adds Sept. 16 Extended Evening Hours at Walt Disney World
Disney's Hollywood Studios is scheduled for Extended Evening Hours from 9 to 11 p.m. Sept. 16, giving eligible Walt Disney World hotel guests a late-night Wednesday option.
Swiss Family Treehouse Construction Scrim Appears at Magic Kingdom
A multi-story construction scrim is visible on the back of Swiss Family Treehouse at Magic Kingdom while the Walt Disney World walkthrough remains open.
runDisney Springtime Surprise 2027 Registration Opens July 7 at Walt Disney World
General registration opens July 7 at 10 a.m. ET for the 2027 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend at Walt Disney World, with race prices from $125 to $555 before January increases.
Disney Opens EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Performer Submissions Through July 20
Disney is accepting online submissions through July 20 for EPCOT Festival of the Holidays performers, including Candlelight Voices of Liberty vocalists and World Showcase storytellers.
Disney Store Parks Glass Ornaments Now Available: Prices and 18 Designs
Disney Store has 18 new Disney Parks glass ornaments online, with Haunted Mansion, Jungle Cruise, Expedition Everest, castle, snack, and EPCOT designs from $22.99 to $34.99.
Tokyo Disney Resort Happy Entry Adds DisneySea Access for Two Hotels Through Sept. 14
Tokyo Disneyland Hotel and Disney Ambassador Hotel guests can use Happy Entry at Tokyo DisneySea through Sept. 14, with park entry 5 to 15 minutes before general guests.
Cedar Point Flash Sale Offers $49 Two-Day Two-Park Tickets Through July 10
Cedar Point is selling a $49 online-only 2-Park, 2-Day Ticket through July 10, with Cedar Point and Cedar Point Shores admission valid any two public operating days through July 31.
Kings Island Flash Sale Offers $45 Two-Day Tickets Through July 10
Kings Island is selling a $45 online-only 2-Day Ticket through July 10, with Kings Island and Soak City admission valid any two public operating days through July 31.
Disneyland $59 Evening Ticket Sells Out as Anaheim Resident Deal Starts July 16 UPDATE: More Tickets Possible
Disneyland's $59 evening ticket remains currently unavailable, and Disney is evaluating whether to make more tickets available.
Carowinds Flash Sale Offers $39 Two-Day Tickets Through July 10
Carowinds is selling a $39 online-only two-day ticket through July 10, with admission to Carowinds and Carolina Harbor valid on any two public operating days through July 31.
Hallmark Shares New Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True Sneak Peek
Hallmark Channel posted a July 6 sneak-peek scene from Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True, the Walt Disney World movie coming during Countdown to Christmas.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas $29 Flash Sale Ticket Includes Hurricane Harbor Through July 31
Six Flags Fiesta Texas is selling a $29 Flash Sale Ticket through July 10 for visits through July 31, with Hurricane Harbor San Antonio included.
Six Flags Great Adventure, Hurricane Harbor New Jersey and Wild Safari Close July 6 for Weather
Six Flags Great Adventure, Hurricane Harbor New Jersey, and Wild Safari are closed Monday, July 6, because of forecasted weather in Jackson, New Jersey.
Dollywood Summer Flash Sale Offers $99.99 2-Day, 2-Park Tickets
Dollywood's Summer Flash Sale has $99.99 2-Day, 2-Park tickets for online purchase July 6-17 and visits July 6-19, 2026.
Disney Store Haunted Mansion Collection Released: Prices, Photos and 24 Products
Disney Store's Haunted Mansion collection is live with 24 first-batch products, including the Werecat Lady doll, Ghost Host Loungefly backpack, Spirit Jersey, Squishmallows, figures, ornaments, and decor.
EVEN and Staybridge Suites Open 288-Room Hotel Pair Near Universal Orlando
EVEN Hotel Orlando Universal Blvd and Staybridge Suites Orlando Universal Blvd opened with 288 rooms, a pool, dining, and a location near Epic Universe.
Duffy & Friends Mickey's of Glendale D23 Collection: Sweatshirts, Bags and More
The Duffy & Friends Mickey's of Glendale D23 collection includes crew neck sweatshirts, Mini Big Face Tote Bags, baseball caps, necklaces, and pastel character artwork.