Think you kept up with all the latest Disney and Universal news this week? Let’s find out.
Here’s your quick recap to make sure you’re all caught up on the biggest headlines of the week that everyone’s been talking about. What do you have to say about this week’s top stories? Let us know in the comments and on social media!
Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Caught On Fire
The remains of the closed Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Studios Florida were visibly on fire Friday morning.
Disney Banana Ball Coming to Walt Disney World in 2026 for the First Time Ever
Banana Ball, the fan-favorite variation of baseball made famous by The Savannah Bananas, is coming to Walt Disney World in 2026.
Walt Disney World Annual Pass Prices Increased Again
Walt Disney World announced price increases between $20 and $80 for their Annual Passes. See how much yours will be affected.
Preview Center of Monsters Inc. Coaster, Cars Land, and Animal Kingdom Tropical Americas Now Open at Walt Disney World
Disney’s Hollywood Studios has a new preview center of Walt Disney World’s upcoming Monsters, Inc. land, Cars area, and Tropical Americas land.
The Full List of 2025 Walt Disney World Christmas Merchandise
The 2025 Walt Disney World Christmas merchandise has arrived. We have the full list of everything available, with prices!
Top Video of the Week
Plus, check out our top YouTube video of the week, where we set out on an epic Walt Disney World marathon to try 13 new sauced chicken strip dishes that all released this week. Pass the Tums!
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