Pixar Place Hotel Pool and Spa Closed Through September 19
The Pixel Pool and Paradise Spa refurbishment runs September 8–19, while Crush’s Surfin’ Slide and the splash pad are closed September 8–25.
September 2026 Theme Park News – Page 4
News, announcements, and park updates from this month.
Roof Replacement Reaches Karamell-Küche at EPCOT’s Germany Pavilion
Shingles have been removed from much of the shop’s roof, exposing a brown underlayer around windows and decorative spires.
Tokyo Disneyland’s Reach for the Stars Ends September 14
Reach for the Stars ends September 14 at Tokyo Disneyland. The Everlasting Dreams finale includes a five-minute epilogue and drone display.
The Edison Brings Back Shaken & Stirred Cocktail Classes at Disney Springs
The two-hour classes include cocktail-making, tastings and a light lunch, with upcoming dates through December.
Ewoks, Slinky Dog and Minnie Witches Join Disney’s Halloween Costume Picks
Disney’s September 9 Halloween first look includes costumes for babies, kids and adults, from a two-person Slinky Dog to matching Minnie witch looks.
New Disneyland Medallion Machine Features Star Wars, Stitch and Toy Story Designs
The machine near the Space Mountain exit offers four Tomorrowland designs for $10 each or $35 for the set.
Purple Lights Illuminate Space Mountain Earthrise at Tokyo Disneyland
Purple lighting traces the curved exterior and spires of the new Tomorrowland coaster, which is scheduled to open in 2027.
Mickey Kitchenware and Character Faux Succulents Arrive at Disney Store
The Mickey Mouse home collection pairs maroon table pieces with green glassware. Five character faux succulent holders are $19.99 each.
Enchanted Ensemble Mystery Pin Pouch Arrives at Disneyland for $11.99
The orange pouch at Westward Ho Trading Company includes one surprise pin from six possible characters. All sales are final.
Fresh Paint Brings Color Back to EPCOT’s Mexico Pavilion Pyramid
Reddish-brown and turquoise accents stand out against the faded exterior as work continues around the pyramid.
Disneyland Offers Anaheim Residents $71 Tickets, Plus Fall Hotel Savings
Anaheim resident tickets start at $71 for adults and $50 for children ages 3–9 through October 8. A separate hotel offer opens for booking September 22.
Hersheypark Puts 2027 Season Passes on Sale With 2026 Holiday Access
New Full Size, King Size and Giant Size passholders can visit this fall and winter. Bite Size starts at $49 down plus ten monthly payments of $10.
UPDATE: Walt Disney World Adds September 14–16 Good-to-Go Days for Annual Passholders
September 14–16 are Good-to-Go days for all four current Annual Pass tiers.
Kids Boo Fest and Oktoberfest Start September 12 at Six Flags Great Adventure
The fall events run on select days through November 1. Kids Boo Fest and Oktoberfest activities are included with admission; food and drinks cost extra.
The Traitors and The Voice Take Over Two Universal CityWalk Venues This September
The Traitors arrives at Great Movie Escape on September 12 with themed drinks and Alan Cumming costumes. The Voice follows at Rising Star on September 21.
Tower Crane Rises Above Piston Peak at Magic Kingdom
The crane is visible from the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad queue, near Crystal Palace and from Disney’s Contemporary Resort.
Hollywood Studios Gets a New Family Map With an Alice in Wonderland Maze
The Fun for Families with Kids handout replaces Cool Kids Summer with an orange cover, BB-8 and Elastigirl artwork, and a new printed activity.
Cheese Decorations Arrive at EPCOT’s CommuniCore Hall Ahead of New Exhibit
Cheese-themed windows and a sliced-cheese banner preview Cheers to Cheese!, opening September 18 at CommuniCore Hall.
Clementon Park Closes After 2026 Season, Plans to Offer Park for Sale
Clementon Park and Splash World plans to offer the park for sale after five seasons. A buyer and future operating plans have not been announced.
Peppa Pig Theme Park Dallas-Fort Worth Adds Its First Halloween Party
Peppa’s Halloween Party runs October 1–November 1 with admission, plus five trick-or-treat stations on October 31.
Archie’s Scare Pig Pizza Will Get New Kitchen Equipment and a New Recipe
The PizzeRizzo replacement at Hollywood Studios is testing recipes, with chefs focused on the pizza crust and new equipment to cook it.
New HamiKuma Candy Popcorn Bucket Talks Back at Universal Studios Japan
A pink HamiKuma Candy bucket joins the returning HamiKuma bucket for Halloween 2026, with voice features and sales at park popcorn carts.
Tropical Americas Opening Year Absent From Park Page, Still 2027 Elsewhere
Animal Kingdom’s Tropical Americas section gives no opening year, while Disney Experiences still lists 2027. Neither page announces a delay.
USJ Opens Its First R-18 Halloween Horror Nights Attraction, Lights Out
Lights Out: Nightmare Isolation runs through November 8 and requires a paid ticket, a same-day waiver and guests age 18 or older.
Resident Evil Requiem: The Dive Opens at Universal Studios Japan
The Stage 18 horror maze runs through December 27, with timed entry, Express Pass access and live-action scenes featuring Leon and Grace.
Magic Key Keepsake Giveaways Return September 14 at Disneyland
Magic Key holders can pick up returning magnets and license plate frames on select September dates, with a Disneylandia button arriving September 15.
Joe Rohde Says He Trusts the Imagineers Leading Animal Kingdom’s Tropical Americas
Rohde discusses watching Tropical Americas from outside the project and how its attractions connect with Animal Kingdom.
Street Zombies Return to USJ as Halloween Horror Nights Marks 15 Years
Street Zombies runs September 11–November 8 from 6 p.m. until park close, with a later start on October 13.
DJ X and HamiKuma Lead USJ’s Halloween Horror Nights Academy Show
Halloween Horror Nights Academy: 15 Years of Screams runs September 11–November 8 at Gramercy Park, with showtimes varying by day.
Halloween Minions Arrive at USJ for Belloween Greeting Through November 8
Purple evil, mummy and Frankenstein Minions have appeared near Minion Park. The seasonal greeting runs September 10–November 8, with hours varying by day.