Pete Meet-and-Greets Start Sept. 30 at Shanghai Disneyland
Pete will meet guests on Mickey Avenue Sept. 30-Oct. 3 before joining Shanghai Disneyland's Halloween costume showcase on Oct. 4.
September 2026 Theme Park News – Page 2
News, announcements, and park updates from this month.
Joffrey’s Offers $1 Coffee at Walt Disney World on Sept. 29
Participating Joffrey’s locations across Walt Disney World will offer $1 hot or iced coffee on Sept. 29 for National Coffee Day.
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party Sells Out November 24
The November 24 Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party is sold out, while opening night remains available at $199.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Re-Release Reportedly in the Works
Deadline reports that Spider-Man: Brand New Day is being lined up for a theatrical re-release with additional footage featuring Rosario Dawson’s Claire Temple.
Bob Chapek Says Bob Iger and Disney Still Disappoint Him
Former Disney CEO Bob Chapek says he still feels let down by Bob Iger and Disney ahead of his memoir release.
Shawn Levy and 21 Laps Sign Multi-Year Deal With 20th Television
Deadline reports Shawn Levy and 21 Laps Entertainment have signed a multi-year overall deal with Disney’s 20th Television.
Disney Store Sets Oct. 2 Release for Toy Story 12-Day Countdown Calendar
Disney Store’s Toy Story 12-Day Countdown Calendar will be available Oct. 2, following a product video posted Sept. 28.
Grand Californian Nightmare Before Christmas Confection Took 800 Hours
The Grand Californian’s 2026 Halloween confection puts Jack, Sally and Zero on Spiral Hill.
New Minnie Mouse Studs and Chains Loungefly Backpack Costs $90
The Disney-licensed Minnie Mouse Studs and Chains mini backpack costs $90 and features silver foil, chains, metal studs and a 3D bow.
Disney Publishes Disneyland Popcorn Bucket and Sipper Guide
Disney Parks Blog’s Disneyland Resort roundup organizes popcorn buckets, sippers and other novelties into four themed sections.
Frank and Earliene Mark 55 Years as Walt Disney World Cast Members
Disney’s new anniversary feature profiles two employees who have worked at the resort since opening day in 1971.
Dan Trachtenberg Developing Disney Sleeping Beauty-Inspired Film
Deadline reports the untitled project is in early development, with Trachtenberg and Rayna McClendon behind the story.
Universal Film Crosses $5 Billion at 2026 Global Box Office
Universal Film became the first studio to pass $5 billion worldwide in 2026, with $1.788 billion domestic and $3.218 billion international.
Salt & Straw’s Florida Menu Features Creepy Crawly Critters
Salt and Straw’s current Florida menu lists green matcha ice cream filled with edible candy-coated critters.
Headless Horseman Bucket Is Now Available All Day at Disneyland Resort
The Headless Horseman Bucket is now available all day at Disneyland Resort while supplies last.
Hurly-Burly's Raised Floor Gives More Guests a Stage View
Hurly-Burly's raised floor and stepped seating are designed to improve stage views.
Bakso the Tiger Will Leave Animal Kingdom for Another Zoo This Fall
The two-year-old Sumatran tiger will move to another AZA-accredited zoo under a Species Survival Plan recommendation.
The Mandalorian and Grogu Lands at No. 3 on Nielsen Streaming-Movie Chart
Nielsen ranks Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu third among U.S. streaming movies for Sept. 7–13 with 366 million viewing minutes.
Avengers: Doomsday Has Conflicting UK Release Dates
Two dates now accompany the UK and Ireland release: Dec. 16 through DCM and Dec. 18 from Disney UK.
EPCOT Hours End at 9 P.M. Before 9:15 P.M. Luminous Nov. 27
EPCOT is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on November 27, with Luminous: The Symphony of Us at 9:15 p.m.
Alabama Adventure Sets Two October Dates for Adventure Fall Festival
The family event runs from noon to 6 p.m. on October 17 and 24 with pumpkin displays, trick-or-treating and a costume fashion show.
HUSS Unveils New Seat Standard and DynaView Motion System
Condor 2GH DynaView is the first showcase for HUSS’s active rider-orientation system.
Police Arrest Man After Disneyland Livestream Groping Allegation
The man was arrested on suspicion of sexual battery, cited and released as the investigation continues.
22-Ounce Jafar Geeki Tikis Mug Arrives at Target
The sculpted Disney Villains mug is marked “New at” on Target’s site.
Animal Kingdom Adds Fall Ice Cream Cookie Dough Sandwich Oct. 1
The new Terra Treats dessert combines vanilla ice cream, edible cookie dough and chocolate brownie with fall sprinkles and sea salt flakes.
Disney Shows Spider-Man Ride Vehicle Testing at Shanghai Disneyland
Walt Disney Imagineering has shared a look at push-pull testing for a ride vehicle in Shanghai Disneyland’s new Spider-Man-themed land.
Tokyo DisneySea Opens Indiana Jones Preview Applications Oct. 1
Applications open Oct. 1 for a Nov. 30 pre-opening Indiana Jones Adventure preview.
Atlantic Dance Hall Regular Weekend Operations End Oct. 1
Regular weekend operations end Oct. 1, while the BoardWalk venue remains available for private events.
EQT Reportedly Preparing Sale of Parques Reunidos Stake
EQT is reportedly preparing to sell its controlling stake in Parques Reunidos, based on unnamed market sources cited by Expansión.
Old Navy x Disney Holiday Wreath T-Shirt Listed at $19.99
The $19.99 Old Navy x Disney shirt puts Mickey and Minnie inside a holiday wreath.