Melissa Stone Named Walt Disney Studios Senior VP of Publicity
Stone will lead publicity across Disney's theatrical and streaming studio portfolio.
August 2026 Theme Park News – Page 16
News, announcements, and park updates from this month.
Kennywood Turns Ghostwood Estate Into a Walk-Through Haunt for Phantom Fall Fest
Ghostwood Estate becomes a walk-through haunt, with daytime trick-or-treating on weekends.
New Carousel of Progress Permit Names Show-Systems Contractor Solotech
A new permit names Solotech for electrical work during the attraction's overhaul.
Universal Receives Four Patents for Ride and Guide Technology
Universal received four U.S. patents covering ride vehicles, seating, loading and audio guides.
Scaffolding Moves to Bay Lake Side of Disney's Contemporary Resort
Scaffolding has moved to the Bay Lake side of Disney's Contemporary Resort.
HHN Hollywood Construction: KILLceañera Facade and Scare Zone Props
KILLceañera is out from behind the walls as HHN installations spread across Universal Studios Hollywood.
Star Wars: The Ninth Jedi Now Streaming on Disney+ and Hulu
Every episode of Star Wars: The Ninth Jedi is now streaming on Disney+ and Hulu.
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party October 6 Sells Out
The October 6 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party has sold out at Magic Kingdom.
Holiday World Activates Free Return Guarantee for August 12 Guests
Eligible August 12 ticket holders can return to Holiday World free in 2026.
Loungefly D23 Mystery T-Shirts Hide $500 Shopping Sprees
Loungefly's D23 mystery T-shirts include three hidden $500 shopping-spree prizes each day.
Bob Chapek Memoir Behind the Castle Walls Arrives September 29
Former Disney CEO Bob Chapek's memoir Behind the Castle Walls arrives September 29.
Disney Developing Dallergut Dream Department Store Film With Patrick Ness
Disney Live Action is developing The Dallergut Dream Department Store with Patrick Ness writing.
Hollywood Drift Pass Member Preview Reservations Open for Four August Dates
Universal Studios Hollywood opened reservations for four Hollywood Drift Pass Member preview dates.
Eric Goldberg Disney Legends Spotlight Revisits Genie and Disney Animation Work
Disney Animation shared a four-photo look at Eric Goldberg's work before the Disney Legends ceremony.
Pirates of the Caribbean Redd Doll: D23 and Disney Store Release Dates & Photos
Disney's 3,000-piece Redd doll debuts at D23 before an August 17 online release.
Alan Tudyk Looks Back at Disney Roles Before Disney Legends Ceremony
Alan Tudyk looked back at his Disney roles before the Disney Legends ceremony.
Mandalorian and Grogu Beskar Collector's Edition Now Available for Preorder
The Mandalorian and Grogu Beskar Collector's Edition is now available for preorder.
HHN Hollywood Announces Hackerz Scare Zone
HHN Hollywood announced Hackerz as a new chainsaw scare zone.
Halloween Horror Nights 2026 Mystery Box Charms Coming Soon for $18
Halloween Horror Nights 2026 Icons mystery box bag charms are coming soon at Shop Universal for $18.
Universal Removes the “Help, Shark!” Amity Billboard Photo Op
Universal is removing the “Help, Shark!” Amity billboard photo op.
Universal Adds HHN Hotel Lounges and Keyholder Bar for 2026
Three HHN hotel lounges and a new Keyholder Bar are coming to Universal Orlando.
Bob Iger and Josh Kushner Reach Deal to Buy Los Angeles Lakers
Bob Iger and Josh Kushner have reached a deal to buy the Los Angeles Lakers.
Nightmare Before Christmas Bath & Body Works Collection Gets Aug. 16 and 17 Launch Dates
The Nightmare Before Christmas Bath & Body Works collection launches Aug. 16 and 17.
Disney x BÉIS Travel Collection Is Now Available From $28
The Disney x BÉIS travel collection is now available from $28 to $378.
Disneyland Paris Sets World Princess Week for Aug. 15-23
World Princess Week runs Aug. 15-23 at Disneyland Paris.
Shop Universal Adds Scooby-Doo Halloween Spirit Jersey for $85
A purple Scooby-Doo Halloween Spirit Jersey is listed at Shop Universal for $85.
Camp Rock 3 Returning Songs: We Rock, Play My Music and More
Camp Rock 3 brings back four songs from the first two movies as Sage and Fletch take the lead.
Disney Store UK Adds Six New Ratatouille Items From £15
Disney Store UK has six new Ratatouille products priced from £15 to £85.
Disney Cutie Ghost Collection Is Now Available Online
Disney's pastel Cutie Ghost Halloween collection is now available through Disney Store.
Disney Fanniversary Collections Debut at D23: Photos and Release Dates
Disney’s Fanniversary Frenzy collections hit D23 Marketplace Aug. 14-16, with select pieces debuting at D23 Day and online Aug. 17.