Soarin' Across America Soft-Opens Early at EPCOT
Soarin' Across America began soft-opening to all EPCOT guests on May 22 after Passholder and DVC previews, four days before its official May 26 opening.
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Six Flags Pre-K Pass Deadline Is May 31 for 22 Parks
Six Flags families have until May 31, 2026, to register and activate the free Pre-K Pass for children ages 3 to 5 at 22 participating parks.
Grogu Mode Replaces Chewie Mode on Smugglers Run
The new Mandalorian and Grogu mission on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run has a hidden Grogu Mode for guests in the gunner seats.
Hurricane Harbor New Jersey Closes Opening Weekend for Weather
Hurricane Harbor New Jersey will stay closed May 23 and May 24 after forecasted weather knocked out the Six Flags water park's opening weekend.
Bluey's Wild World Gets First Look Before Animal Kingdom Opening
The first look at Bluey's Wild World shows Conservation Station before the May 26 opening at Disney's Animal Kingdom.
New Disney Parks Accessories Arrive at Disney Store
Disney Store is selling new Disney Parks accessories, including a Dooney & Bourke satchel, a Small World 60th Anniversary bucket bag, and a Pandora fireworks charm.
D23 Opens Walt Disney Birthplace Tour Tickets Today
D23 tickets go on sale May 22 for a June 28 Walt Disney Birthplace tour in Chicago, with member pricing, half-hour time slots, and event gifts.
Disneyland Fleet Week Visit Gets Navy Flyover and Flag Retreat
Over 100 Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen visited Disneyland for LA Fleet Week, with Navy Band Southwest, a flag retreat, and a Super Hornet flyover.
Shop Universal Adds New Jaws, Jurassic Park, and Epic Universe Items
Shop Universal added a fresh wave of park-icon merchandise, including a Jaws Amity Island mug, Jurassic Park camo items, Epic Universe accessories, and Wizarding World sweets.
Dollywood Wins NAPHA Favorite Theme Park Again
Dollywood has been named NAPHA's favorite theme park for 2026, giving the Pigeon Forge park the national survey title for the fourth straight year.
Disney Parks Shares Wishes Assemble Video from Disneyland Event
Disney Parks' Disney Unscripted episode follows the Wishes Assemble Make-A-Wish event at Disneyland Resort with Marvel stars, creators, cast members, and nearly 40 wish kids.
Cedar Point Shores Delays 2026 Opening to May 30
Cedar Point Shores Waterpark will now open for the 2026 season on Saturday, May 30 after forecasted weather pushed back the Sandusky water park's start.
Sinners Joins Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights Lineup
Sinners is the first announced haunted house for Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights 2026, with tickets now on sale for select nights September 3 through November 1.
Six Flags White Water Starts Daily Summer Operations May 22
Six Flags White Water starts daily summer operations May 22 with a Memorial Day Weekend event, water rides, military admission notes, and 2026 season upgrades.
Knott's Hotel Free Fast Lane Package Runs Through May 28
Knott's Berry Farm has a Free Fast Lane hotel package bookable through May 28 for eligible Sunday through Thursday stays from May 5 through August 20, 2026.
MEN IN BLACK Alien Attack Temporarily Closes June 1 at Universal Orlando
Universal Orlando has MEN IN BLACK Alien Attack closed June 1-16, while Pteranodon Flyers is scheduled back May 22.
South Bay Shores Opens for Memorial Day Weekend at California's Great America
California's Great America is bringing South Bay Shores back for Memorial Day weekend with water park hours, fireworks, and 50th season programming.
Walt Disney Studios Lot Opens Early at Hollywood Studios
The Walt Disney Studios Lot area is now open at Disney's Hollywood Studios, while Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live still begins May 26.
Disney Parks Shares First POV Video for Muppets Coaster
Disney Parks posted a first official POV video for Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets before the May 26 public opening at Disney's Hollywood Studios.
Muppets Coaster Preview Rides Begin at Hollywood Studios
Preview rides for Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets begin before the May 26 public opening at Disney's Hollywood Studios.
Universal Opens Spielberg Summer Tribute Store in Orlando
The limited-time store spotlights Jaws, E.T., Jurassic Park, and Disclosure Day.
Klook Lists Universal Kids Resort Tickets Starting July 1
Klook is listing dated Universal Kids Resort tickets from July 1, 2026, while Universal's official pages still say the Frisco park opens in 2026.
Disney Posts New Star Wars Parks Guide Before May 22 Ride Update
Disney Parks Blog posted a new Star Wars guide covering the May 22 Smugglers Run update, BDX droids, Disneyland and Disney World offerings, Tokyo Disney Resort, Disney Cruise Line, food, and merch.
Disneyland Summer Deals Put Kids Tickets at $50 and Hotels Up to 15% Off
Disneyland Resort's summer deals include a $50 kids Park Hopper ticket, a weekday hotel discount, lower 1-day ticket dates, and a May 22 entertainment start.
Dollywood NightFlight Expedition Shifts to 2026 Opening
NightFlight Expedition now has a 2026 opening window, while Dollywood's original announcement still says the ride was anticipated for spring 2026.
Disneyland Magic Key Poster Pickup Starts for Smugglers Run Update
Disneyland Magic Key holders can pick up a complimentary Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run poster starting May 19 at Star Wars Trading Post before the Mandalorian and Grogu mission opens May 22.
Woman Arrested After Puppy Left in Car at Cedar Point
Sandusky police records cited by local reports say a woman was arrested after a puppy was left inside a vehicle at Cedar Point for more than three hours.
Disney World Sets July 4 Fireworks Times for Three Nights
Walt Disney World has listed Fourth of July fireworks times for July 3, 4, and 5, 2026, with patriotic shows at Magic Kingdom and EPCOT.
Disney Adds $399 Resort PhotoPass Sessions
Walt Disney World has launched Signature Portrait Sessions, a $399 Disney PhotoPass pilot at Grand Floridian and Polynesian resort locations with 40-minute private shoots.
Holiday in the Park Returns to Six Flags Great Adventure and Over Georgia
Six Flags says Holiday in the Park is returning to Great Adventure and Over Georgia in winter 2026 with new themed lands, live entertainment, pass access, and a May 25 membership sale tie-in.