Spider-Man: Brand New Day Passes The Force Awakens for Domestic Box Office Record
Current unadjusted domestic totals put Spider-Man: Brand New Day $110,898 ahead of Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
September 2026 Theme Park News
News, announcements, and park updates from this month.
Universal Beijing Announces Fast & Furious Ride and Blue Lagoon Nighttime Show
Universal Beijing Resort has announced an indoor Fast and Furious ride experience and a nighttime show for its central lagoon. Neither has an opening date.
Carol Begins Playing Piano at Casey’s Corner in Magic Kingdom
Carol, a 36-year Walt Disney World cast member, has begun playing ragtime at Casey’s Corner on Main Street U.S.A.
Joe Rohde, Bob Weis and Leslie Iwerks Set for IAAPA Expo Panel
The three themed-entertainment veterans will join the Legends of Disney panel at IAAPA Expo on November 18 in Orlando.
UPDATE: Disney Imagineering’s S.E.A. Mystery Adds a Fifth Riddle
Imagineering has posted a fifth riddle in its continuing S.E.A. artifact mystery.
Toothsome Marks 10 Years With September 19 CityWalk Celebration and Limited-Time Menu
Toothsome Chocolate Emporium will celebrate its 10th anniversary September 19 with Penelope, Jacques, chocolate activities and six limited-time menu items.
UPDATE: Magic of Disney Animation Represents 65 Films, Including Hexed
All 65 Walt Disney Animation Studios feature films are represented throughout The Magic of Disney Animation, including the upcoming 2026 feature Hexed.
UPDATE: Celestial Goodnight Fireworks Temporarily Unavailable at Epic Universe
The Celestial Goodnight fireworks are temporarily unavailable because of a technical issue.
UPDATE: Mark Twain Riverboat Operating Again at Disneyland
Mark Twain Riverboat was operating with a 10-minute wait September 15 after its scheduled refurbishment.
Disney World Prepares Guided Search Beta With Hotel Price Calendar and Optional AI
A limited U.S. and Canada beta is expected to combine resort comparisons, flexible-date pricing and optional AI answers. Disney has not announced a launch date.
LEGOLAND Florida Adds Halloween Candy Quest to The Dragon
The seasonal Brick or Treat overlay adds a candy-recovery story, new lighting, audio, queue graphics and Halloween scenery on select dates through October 31.
Cosmic Rewind Will Play “September” All Day on September 21
EPCOT’s one-day celebration also includes Star-Lord meet-and-greet times in My Disney Experience and a Supernova Sip at Connections Café.
Disney World Marks Hispanic Heritage Month With EPCOT Concerts and Luis Fonsi Visit
Walt Disney World’s September 15–October 15 celebration includes five Latin music acts at EPCOT, character appearances, resort movie programming and a recent visit from Luis Fonsi.
UPDATE: Broken Spell Lounge Appears Set to Return October 25 at Disneyland Hotel
Broken Spell Lounge remains closed, with October 25 the first date currently carrying operating hours.
Disney Ad Turns Seatbelts, Trains and Soft Serve Into a Park Soundtrack
Sounds of Disney features four named suppliers behind familiar moments at Disney parks, resorts and cruise operations.
Universal UK Names 23 Companies Supporting Bedfordshire Resort
Universal named 23 companies appointed to support construction while initial enabling work continues.
Avengers Campus Jeep Returns to Its Original Spot at Disney California Adventure
The Avengers Campus Jeep is back near its original location at the southwest end of Avengers Headquarters.
Paradise Gardens Gazebo Removed at Disney California Adventure
The familiar Paradise Gardens cupola is gone, with construction rubble visible and the structure absent from the Disneyland app map.
UPDATE: Hurly-Burly Sign Installed at Disney's BoardWalk Ahead of October Opening
Hurly-Burly's retro sign is now installed at Disney's BoardWalk ahead of the lounge's October 1 opening.
Potential Coco Ride Scenes Emerge for Disney California Adventure
A potential eight-scene sequence has emerged for Disney California Adventure’s Coco boat ride, though the plans may have changed.
UPDATE: Play Disney Parks App Retires September 16, Ending Datapad and Other Games
Play Disney Parks ends September 16. Datapad retires, while Batuu Bounty Hunters and Fab 50 MagicBand+ interactions continue.
Temporary Checkout Podium Appears at Celebrity 5&10 in Hollywood Studios
The scanner-and-tablet station is currently serving as a regular register. Disney has not confirmed mobile checkout for the store.
Maya Temple Facade and Casita Framing Advance at Animal Kingdom
Maya temple pieces, Casita framing and carousel roofing mark the latest Tropical Americas progress.
Universal Studios Japan Announces Holiday Wonders Event for Winter 2026
Universal Holiday Wonders runs November 13 through January 17 with night shows, food, winter entertainment and a returning message show.
Animal Kingdom Led a Mixed Week for Disney World Wait Times
CrowdLevels data shows higher waits at Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios for September 7-13, while Magic Kingdom and EPCOT were largely unchanged.
New Hocus Pocus Merchandise Listed at Disney Store for Halloween
Six new Hocus Pocus listings at Disney Store include Sanderson Sisters apparel, a Binx bag, a cauldron mug and a coin purse charm.
Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill Is Closed at Disney Springs
Wolfgang Puck Bar and Grill is closed and unavailable at Disney Springs. The one-sentence notice includes no exact date, explanation or replacement.
UPDATE: Universal Confirms King Kong Animatronic Was Damaged During Maintenance
The King Kong animatronic was damaged during routine maintenance and is undergoing repairs. Universal has not identified a reopening timeframe.
My Disney Experience Restaurant Menus Now Use Collapsible Sections
Entrées, desserts and other menu categories can be opened one at a time instead of appearing in one long list.
Universal Kids Resort Merchandise Adds Shrek Ear Hoodies and Hatching Dinosaur Keychains
The Frisco park’s child-focused lineup also includes Puss in Boots and Gabby’s Dollhouse character headwear.