Walt Disney World Suspending Fire Effects of Maleficent Dragon Float in Festival of Fantasy, No Changes to Fantasmic!

Following yesterday’s Maleficent dragon catching on fire during “Fantasmic!” at Disneyland, Walt Disney World is temporarily suspending the fire effects of the Maleficent dragon float in the Festival of Fantasy Parade at Magic Kingdom. Disney said in a statement that they are “temporarily suspending fire effects similar to those used at Disneyland park’s Fantasmic at … Read more

UPDATE: Disneyland States Cause of Maleficent Dragon Fire is Under Investigation, Fire Effects Suspended

Disneyland Resort released a statement regarding the Maleficent dragon catching fire during “Fantasmic!” last night. Read it below. Disneyland Resort Statement Regarding Maleficent Dragon Fire During the final showing of Fantasmic at Disneyland park on Saturday evening, the dragon prop caught fire. Anaheim Fire & Rescue quickly responded, and the fire was extinguished. All cast … Read more

Maleficent Dragon Destroyed, Crews Working on Fantasmic! Set Following Fire at Disneyland

Disneyland guests have shared photos and videos this morning of the “Fantasmic!” set following yesterday’s incident when the Maleficent dragon caught fire. Spectrum News 13’s Alex Farnworth shared a video on Twitter of crews working on the “Fantasmic!” set on Sunday morning. Scrim had been wrapped around some areas, but there was no significant damage … Read more

New Enchanted Tiki Room José Mug at Walt Disney World

A new macaw-shaped mug inspired by José, one of the masters of ceremonies of Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room, is available at Walt Disney World. José Mug – $24.99 The sculpted mug depicts José as more short and rounded than he is in the famous attraction. He has a big pink beak and colorful plumage. … Read more

PHOTOS: Balconies Added to Disney Vacation Club Tower at Polynesian Village Resort

Construction has begun on part of a structure that will eventually be part of the larger Disney Vacation Club tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Disney Vacation Club Tower Construction A piledriver is working on the foundation of another section of the tower, which is outlined with small wooden walls. The original structure for the … Read more

New Youth and Adult Mickey & Friends Shirts at Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World has new Mickey & Friends shirts and sweaters for adults and kids. We found most of these items in Creations Shop at EPCOT, plus a Pluto tank top at Star Traders in Magic Kingdom. Youth Tie-Front Tank – $31.99 This tie-front shirt is light pink and features a retro image of Mickey, … Read more

PHOTOS: Flik’s Eye Broken in It’s Tough To Be a Bug at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

The eye of the audio-animatronic Flik is unfortunately broken in It’s Tough To Be a Bug! at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Flik’s Broken Eye During the show, Flik pops out of the ceiling. His left eye is stuck with the pupil under his eyelid, so only a blank white section is looking out over the audience. … Read more

PHOTOS: Mira Royal Detective Meet and Greet at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Mira, Royal Detective from the Disney Junior show of the same name has arrived at Disney’s Animal Kingdom for a limited-time meet and greet celebrating the park’s 25th anniversary. Mira, Royal Detective Mira is the first South Asian protagonist featured in a Disney Junior show. “Mira, Royal Detective” premiered in March 2020 and the final episode … Read more

Barry Humphries, Voice of Bruce in ‘Finding Nemo,’ Dies at Age 89

Australian comedian Barry Humphries, known for his character Dame Edna Everage, has died at age 89. Disney fans would know Humphries as the voice of the shark Bruce in “Finding Nemo.” Humphries passed away in a Sydney hospital after complications following hip surgery. His family said in a statement, “He was completely himself until the … Read more

French Market Restaurant Surrounded by Scrim for Tiana’s Palace Transformation at Disneyland

French Market Restaurant at Disneyland is remains completely surrounded by scaffolding and scrim as it is turned into Tiana’s Palace. Disney Imagineers are partnering with Disney Animation artists from “The Princess and the Frog” to bring Tiana’s Palace to life. The film’s designers took inspiration from the exterior of the original French Market Restaurant in … Read more

VIDEO: Guests Cool Off in France Pavilion Fountain at EPCOT

A group of guests was caught cooling off and drinking in the France Pavilion fountain at EPCOT in a new viral video. Shana Reed, @magicbyshana on TikTok, shared her video of the incident. Two guests were fully lounging in the fountain, while a third was standing in the fountain. They seem to be part of … Read more

David Recast, Chris Sanders in Talks to Return for ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Live-Action Remake

David has been recast in the “Lilo & Stitch” live-action remake after controversies surrounding Kahiau Machado and Chris Sanders is in talks to return for the film. David in Lilo & Stitch Remake Kahiau Machado was originally cast as David Kawena, Nani’s love interest, though his casting was not officially announced by Disney. Machado’s casting … Read more

Disney100 Decoration Added to Disney’s Hollywood Studios Entrance

A platinum Disney100 decoration has been added to the entrance of Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Platinum 100 The platinum 100 is the same decoration featured at Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Disney Springs. The giant 100 sits on a platinum base branded with “Disney100.” It’s in a planter right outside the Disney’s Hollywood Studios gates. … Read more

Complimentary Super Nintendo World Magnet Available Soon to Universal Studios Hollywood Pass Members

Universal Studios Hollywood pass members will soon be able to pick up a complimentary exclusive Super Nintendo World magnet. Super Nintendo World Magnet The blue magnet features Mario jumping out of a green warp pipe. “Universal Studios Hollywood Pass Member” is across the top. “Super Nintendo World Grand Opening 2023” is on the bottom. The … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Moana Meet and Greet Debuts at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Moana has arrived at Disney’s Animal Kingdom for Earth Day and the park’s 25th anniversary. The new Moana meet and greet can be found on Discovery Island and is set to stick around after the anniversary celebration is over. Moana Meet and Greet Moana is meeting guests at Character Landing, a former Discovery River Boats … Read more

Universal Studios Hollywood Annual Pass Prices Increase

Following increases out in Orlando, Universal Studios Hollywood Annual Passes have increased in price. Universal Studios Hollywood Annual Pass Price Increase All but the California Neighbor Pass have increased in price. The California Neighbor Pass is still $189 at the gate or $179 online. Flex Pay is available for the three other Annual Pass tiers. … Read more