Pixar Rivals RSVLTS Shirts: Four $70 Villain Designs and Photos
Four $70 RSVLTS shirts put Pixar villains across Halloween-ready patterns.
August 2026 Theme Park News – Page 19
News, announcements, and park updates from this month.
MonteZOOMa Reopens at Knott's Berry Farm After $20 Million Rebuild
The rebuilt Knott's shuttle coaster launched again after more than four years away.
Cotino Bay Adds Six Businesses, Moves Opening to Spring 2027
Six new dining and retail businesses join Cotino Bay's spring 2027 lineup.
Howl-O-Scream Orlando Reveals Extermination Order Scare Zone
The new scare zone turns SeaWorld Orlando guests into an extermination crew's targets.
First Three Weeks of Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Sell Out
Every party from Aug. 7 through Aug. 21 is now sold out at Magic Kingdom.
Rise of the Resistance Reopens After Disneyland Morning Downtime
Rise of the Resistance remained unavailable more than two hours after Disneyland opened, then was operating in a later current check.
Universal Orlando Holidays 2026: Epic Universe Adds Nintendo and Isle of Berk Décor
Super Nintendo World and Isle of Berk get holiday décor for the first time from Nov. 14 through Jan. 3.
MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls Launches on PS5 at $59.99
The Arc System Works fighter launches with 20 Marvel characters and 4v4 teams.
Widespread Ride Closures Reach Magic Kingdom
Ten Magic Kingdom attractions were unavailable around 9 p.m. EDT, joining seven Epic Universe rides and 13 Islands of Adventure attractions as storms and rain coincided with closures.
Six Flags Great America Reveals Camp Timber Trail and Sky Hawk for 2027
Camp Timber Trail will bring Sky Hawk and two more new attractions to Great America in 2027.
Six Flags Attendance Rises 4% at Current Parks in Q2
Attendance rose 4% at Six Flags' current park portfolio in the second quarter.
Measles Exposure Reported at Universal Studios Hollywood
County health officials identified a possible measles exposure at Universal Studios Hollywood on July 26.
Universal Patent Uses Flowing Fluid to Propel Ride Vehicles
Universal patented a ride vehicle propelled by adjustable surfaces that catch a controlled flow of water or air.
Indiana Jones Reopens; Tiana and Pirates Are Down at Disneyland
Indiana Jones is operating while Tiana's Bayou Adventure and Pirates of the Caribbean are down at the latest Disneyland check.
Indiana Jones and Tiana's Bayou Adventure Reopen at Disneyland
Indiana Jones Adventure and Tiana's Bayou Adventure were operating at the latest Disneyland check.
FX's The Shards Two-Episode Premiere Is Now Streaming on Hulu
The first two episodes of FX's The Shards are now streaming on Hulu.
Kings Dominion Adds Five Operating Days August 17-21
Kings Dominion will reopen for five bonus operating days August 17-21.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas Adds Bonus Days August 10-11
Six Flags Fiesta Texas will reopen for two bonus operating days August 10-11.
VIDEO: First Mickey Pumpkin Arrives at Magic Kingdom for Halloween 2026
Magic Kingdom's first Mickey pumpkin wreath of the 2026 season is now in place.
Six Flags Great America Sets Aug. 6 Reveal for TreeTopAdventure27
Six Flags Great America will reveal what TreeTopAdventure27 means on August 6.
HamiKuma Expands to Every Universal Studios Park in 2026
HamiKuma is expanding to every Universal Studios park for the 2026 Halloween season.
ESPN8: The Ocho Returns to Disney World August 7 With Free Admission
ESPN8: The Ocho brings 10 offbeat competitions to ESPN Wide World of Sports on August 7.
PHOTOS: Disney Reveals Four EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Merchandise Items
Disney revealed Minnie ears, a Mickey mug, a reusable bag and a wine glass for EPCOT's 2026 festival.
PHOTOS: Disney Reveals Four Small Kingdoms Light-Up Figures for D23
Disney revealed four Small Kingdoms light-up figures based on Main Street buildings and the U.S. Disney castles.
Disney Iconics Plush for D23: Popcorn Cart, Castle, Train and Aug. 17 Online Release
Disney Iconics plush bring park landmarks and snacks to D23 before select online releases.
FIRST LOOK: Disney Reveals Asteria Entryway Concept Near Raleigh
Disney shared new concept art for the Asteria community entrance outside Raleigh.
PHOTOS: Disney Previews Stormbreaker, Luxo Jr., Redd and Popcorn Cart Collectibles for D23
Disney Parks previewed four D23 collectibles spanning Marvel, Pixar, Disneyland and Pirates of the Caribbean.
Disney Cruise Line Sets Three Ship Launches for 2029
Disney's updated fleet timeline places three ship launches in calendar 2029.
Disney Domestic Park Attendance Rises 3% in Fiscal Q3
Disney domestic park attendance rose 3% as Experiences revenue reached $9.97 billion in fiscal Q3.
Wizards Beyond Waverly Place Final Season Now Streaming
All four final-season episodes are now streaming, with Selena Gomez returning as Alex Russo.