Disney+ Lists September 2026 Releases, Including Two Star Wars Premieres
Disney+ lists September releases, including two Star Wars premieres on September 2.
August 2026 Theme Park News
News, announcements, and park updates from this month.
EPCOT Fireworks Testing Scheduled Overnight September 1 to 2
A Yacht Club notice warns guests about EPCOT fireworks testing from 10 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.
Silver Dollar City Shares Mack Rides Design Details for Miner’s Mountain Express
Mack Rides has outlined how Silver Dollar City’s spring 2027 coaster will use its station, caves and Ozark terrain.
John Stamos Will Join The Beach Boys at EPCOT November 11 and 12
John Stamos will join The Beach Boys at EPCOT November 11 and 12.
Squirrel Girl Co-Creator Will Murray Dies at 73, Marvel Confirms
Marvel confirms the death of Will Murray, who co-created Squirrel Girl with Steve Ditko.
Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift Opens September 16 at Universal Studios Hollywood
Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift opens September 16 at Universal Studios Hollywood.
Live-Action Gargoyles Series Is Not Moving Forward at Disney+
Disney+ will not move forward with the live-action Gargoyles series.
Avengers Campus–Cars Land Walkway Opens at Disneyland
The Avengers Campus–Cars Land connector walkway is open with a new themed restroom building.
Six Flags Great Adventure Sets 2026 Oktoberfest Dates
Oktoberfest returns to Great Adventure on select nights from September 12 through November 1.
Halloween Horror Nights 2026 Merchandise Adds New Ozzy, Sinners and Killer Klowns Items | UPDATE: Ozzy Poster Sold Out; Three More Items In Stock
HHN 2026 merchandise update: the Ozzy poster is out of stock and three more items are now in stock.
Walt Disney World Railroad Will Close Sept. 28 for Refurbishment
Disney will close the Walt Disney World Railroad at Magic Kingdom from Sept. 28 through Oct. 29, then resume shuttle service.
Disney Store Sets September 2 Drop for Mickey and Minnie Light-Up Jack-o'-Lantern Decor
Disney Store will release Mickey and Minnie light-up and sound jack-o'-lantern decor September 2 at 8 a.m. PT.
Diamond Horseshoe Pop-Up Opens Oct. 4 at Magic Kingdom With Full Menu
The Diamond Horseshoe pop-up opens Oct. 4 at Magic Kingdom with six small plates.
Disney’s $4 Billion Marvel Deal Turns 17: From 5,000 Characters to $30 Billion
Seventeen years after Disney announced its Marvel acquisition, the 5,000-plus-character library reaches films, Disney+ series, parks and products.
Tiana's Bayou Adventure to Close at Magic Kingdom on November 2
Tiana's Bayou Adventure will close at Magic Kingdom on November 2 for refurbishment.
Kings Dominion Adds Free 2026 Haunted Attractions Pass to 2027 Pass Offer
A free 2026 Haunted Attractions Pass joins Kings Dominion's 2027 Gold and Prestige pass offer through Sept. 7.
Universal Studios Japan Adds Myaku-Myaku Food and Goods to October 13 Expo Event
Universal Studios Japan adds Myaku-Myaku food and collaboration goods to its October 13 EXPO Beat Jam event.
Star Wars Zero Company Hits 77,889 Players on Steam
Star Wars Zero Company reached a 77,889-player Steam peak on August 30.
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Breaks Four-Season Sellout Streak at Magic Kingdom
The Aug. 30 party went ahead with tickets still available, ending four consecutive sold-out seasons.
Oogie Boogie Bash Sells Out Every October Date at Disneyland
Every October 2026 Oogie Boogie Bash date is unavailable, with four September nights still listed.
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom Sets People Behind the Wildlife Event for Sept. 5
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom will host People Behind the Wildlife at Cheetah Creek on Sept. 5.
Disney+ Perks Opens Disney Treasure Cruise Sweepstakes Through September 25
Disney+ Perks offers a chance to win a seven-night Disney Treasure cruise.
Captain Mickey Mouse Makes Ceremonial First Pitch at 2026 Little League World Series
Captain Mickey Mouse made the ceremonial first pitch at the 2026 Little League World Series.
SeaWorld Orlando Adds Hotel Transylvania to 2026 Spooktacular
Hotel Transylvania characters join SeaWorld Orlando's daytime Halloween event through Nov. 1.
Disney Store LaLaport Fujimi Opens September 29 With App Reservations
Disney Store LaLaport Fujimi opens September 29 with opening-day app reservations and Fuji-inspired exclusives.
Disney Store Sale Marks Down Disney Parks Bags, 70th Jacket and More
Disney Store's current sale includes markdown prices on Disney Parks bags, anniversary apparel, plush and Star Wars clothing.
Disney Vacation Club Adds June 2027 First Wave Stay Before Lakeshore Lodge Opens
DVC members can book the June 24–27, 2027 First Wave stay before Lakeshore Lodge opens July 1.
Disney Japan Sets September 10 Oasis Advance Screening in Tokyo
Disney Japan sets a September 10 Oasis advance screening at 109 Cinemas Premium Shinjuku.
Disney Cruise Line Sets August 31 Booking Window for Fall 2027 and Spring 2028
Disney Cruise Line's Fall 2027 and Spring 2028 booking windows begin August 31.
Universal Studios Japan Opens Later-Delivery Orders for Selected HamiKuma Goods
USJ opens park-visitor orders for selected HamiKuma goods with delivery expected from April 2027.