Tarp and Sandbags Cover Part of Disneyland’s Old PeopleMover Track
A tarp weighted with sandbags covers part of Disneyland’s unused PeopleMover track in photos posted September 16.
September 2026 Theme Park News – Page 6
News, announcements, and park updates from this month.
UPDATE: No 2026 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Tickets Available From Disney
Disney's ticket page no longer offers 2026 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party tickets. October 25 was the last previously available date.
Universal Studios Hollywood Reveals Full Halloween Horror Nights 2026 Menu
Hollywood HHN food includes event-night park items and CityWalk options during regular restaurant hours.
Six Flags Great Adventure Introduces ElToroRyan’s Block Zone Breeze
The new drink mixes green tea with orange-tangerine and watermelon, plus mango and pomegranate boba.
Kids Boo Fest Starts September 19 at Six Flags Great America
The daytime, no-fright Halloween event runs on Saturdays and Sundays through November 1, with Pumpkin Hollow, trick-or-treating, shows and a parade.
Diamond Horseshoe Reservations Open September 29 at 8 p.m. ET
Disney World has set an 8 p.m. ET September 29 reservation opening for The Diamond Horseshoe’s limited-time Magic Kingdom pop-up, which begins October 4.
Disney Wonders Opens September 22 as Disneyland Paris Details Disney Village Changes
Disney Village plans a September 22 shopping opening, new dining, cinema renovations and changes to Annette’s Diner and Rainforest Café through 2027.
Alien Swirling Saucers Gets Lilypad Soundtrack September 25
New and reworked Toy Story music starts at Alien Swirling Saucers September 25.
MARVEL Tōkon Writers Explain Avengers Rift and Storm Prequel in First Strike Comic
The writers of MARVEL Tōkon: First Strike #1 explain how the comic sets up the Avengers, Storm and the game’s villains in Fighting Souls.
Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift Is Now Open at Universal Studios Hollywood
Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift is now open at Universal Studios Hollywood.
Bob Gurr to Join IAAPA Hall of Fame on November 16
Bob Gurr is in IAAPA’s 2026 Hall of Fame class. His induction is scheduled for November 16 during IAAPA Expo in Orlando.
Disney Dream Hosts More Than 30 Wish Children and Families in Cork
Disney Cruise Line and Make-A-Wish Ireland brought more than 30 wish children and their families together during Disney Dream’s Cork visit.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.