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Soarin' Around the World at DCA will close for a short refurb next week (April 28-May 1). When it reopens on May 2, it won't feature the updated Eiffel Tower scene recently added to EPCOT's version. However, Disneyland WILL be updating that scene in the coming weeks.

Several new breakfast items are coming to Disneyland Resort on April 30: - Breakfast Cheesy Pretzel Bread at Maurice's Treats - Bengal Breakfast Bowl at Bengal Barbecue - Carne Asada Breakfast Burrito at Cappuccino Cart - Denver Breakfast Shawarma at Shawarma Palace

Universal Orlando has shared park hours for opening day (May 22) at Epic Universe. As of right now, the park is scheduled to be open from 9am to 9pm on opening day and every day from May 22-31.

NEW: Marvel Day at Sea is coming to the Disney Magic on voyages out of the Port of Galveston starting in January 2026. Pixar Day at Sea will make its return to the Disney Fantasy out of Port Canaveral in January 2026.

NEW: Universal Studios Hollywood shared a first look at Yoshi. The character meet and greet is exclusive to Universal Fan Fest Nights being held on select nights April 25 - May 18.

NEW: Walt Disney World shared its May the 4th Foodie Guide featuring the Death Star Bucket, Jawa Sipper, Salvaged Clone Trooper Helmet, Coaxium Sipper, and more.

NEW: Walt Disney World announces free kids dining plans (ages 3-9) when you purchase a 2026 package with dining plan for your family. Also - the kids free dining plan CAN be combined with other special offers. 2026 packages open tomorrow for travel through October.

NEW: The Engineer role on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run will soon have the most important job in the galaxy — interacting with and caring for Grogu. The new responsibility will be added when the new Mandalorian-inspired storyline debuts on May 22, 2026.

NEW: Starting on May 22, 2026, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run will introduce a new storyline featuring Mando and Grogu - and guests will be in control. After taking off from Batuu and visiting Tatooine, the crew will CHOOSE their next destination: Bespin, Endor, or Coruscant.

NEW: Here’s a first look at concept art for the HERCULES stage show coming to the Disney Destiny. The new concept art shows the battle scene with the Hydra - and how puppets will be used in the show.

NEW: A new look at concept art of Loki making an appearance in the Grand Hall on the Disney Destiny cruise ship.

NEW: A new look at The Sanctum Lounge on the Disney Destiny cruise ship.

NEW: Here’s a first look at Superhero Minnie Mouse in her hero outfit - she’ll make her debut on the Disney Destiny.

Walt Disney World shared the official show poster and character artwork for the upcoming "Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After" show debuting May 27 at Disney's Hollywood Studios.

NEW (and not a joke): Disney's Typhoon Lagoon *AND* Disney's Blizzard Beach will both be open this summer from May 21 through Sept. 7. This will mark the first time since 2019 that Walt Disney World will operate both of its water parks simultaneously.

NEW: The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure and Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After will both debut at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on May 27.

NEW: Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom is getting a major update including a new character and animatronic, updated ride vehicles, and improved blasters and targets. To make way for the updates, the ride will close in August and reopen next year.

The final performance of the Avengers Assemble! stunt show at Disney California Adventure Park will be on April 5, Disneyland officials confirm. No other updates about future entertainment offerings are available at this time.

NEW: 'COCO 2' arrives in theaters in 2029.

NEW: Walt Disney World says the new Spaceship Earth lounge will be named GEO-82 and will offer reservations to guests 21 and older when it opens this year.

NEW: Universal Orlando shared a new look at the worlds coming Universal Epic Universe when it opens on May 22. Here's a new look at Dark Universe, How to Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic.

NEW: Universal Orlando shared a first look at Toothless and Hiccup in the upcoming How to Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk at Universal Epic Universe, opening on May 22.

Walt Disney World has adjusted down payments and monthly payments for its four Annual Passes. While the overall price has not changed, new AP purchases will now have a $99 down payment.

NEW: Disney shared a new look at the ride vehicles that will be used in the new Cars attraction coming to the reimagined section of Frontierland at Magic Kingdom Park.

NEW: The new Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run mission featuring The Mandalorian and Grogu will debut in Star Wars Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World on May 22, 2026 - the same day 'THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU' releases in theaters.

NEW: The BDX droids are coming to Walt Disney World, Disneyland Paris, and Tokyo Disney Resort later this year.

NEW: Jon Favreau is developing an 'OSWALD THE LUCKY RABBIT' series for Disney+, according to DEADLINE.

NEW: Disneyland Resort shared a new look at 70th Anniversary décor coming to the resort this summer.

DINOSAUR, the Boneyard, and Restaurantosaurus at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will remain open through the end of this year. All of DinoLand will go extinct next year (no exact date available yet) to make way for Tropical Americas.

NEW: Disneyland shared a new look at several items available during Season of the Force including a Death Star Bucket, Salvaged Clone Trooper Bucket, Jawa Sipper, and Mythosaur Mug.

Disney has officially scrapped the 'TIANA' Disney+ series. The series was first announced in 2020. The animation studio is now reportedly working on a separate short-form special inspired by 'THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG.' Story: www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/bus...

NEW: Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park will celebrate its 30th anniversary in April. The water park will close at the end of the day on April 30 for refurbishment and Typhoon Lagoon will open on May 1.

NEW: The last day to experience “Fast & Furious—Supercharged” at Universal Studios Hollywood is March 10. The experience is closing to make way for “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift” coaster opening in 2026. An all-new Studio Tour attraction will be announced soon.

NEW: Disneyland Resort is updating the purchase window for Lightning Lane Premier Pass. Starting tomorrow, you will be able to purchase 7 days in advance (same as Walt Disney World).

NEW: Universal Kids Resort will feature lands themed around Shrek, Puss in Boots, SpongeBob, Minions, Jurassic World, Trolls, and Gabby's Dollhouse when it opens in Frisco, Texas in 2026.

NEW: LEVEL 99 confirms it will bring its interactive, social entertainment experience and challenge rooms to Disney Springs West Side at Walt Disney World Resort.

NEW: Starting on Feb. 25, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and Tiana's Bayou Adventure at Walt Disney World will no longer use a virtual queue and a traditional standby queue will be offered.

NEW: Walt Disney World's permit for the Magic Kingdom expansion project has been approved by the South Florida Water Management District. The "407 Basin Stormwater Modifications" permit is for the upcoming changes to Frontierland and Villains Land expansion.

NEW: 'CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD' made $192 million globally at the box office this weekend. $100 million domestic, $92 million internationally.

Disney says the Prince Charming Regal Carrousel popcorn bucket will be available at select popcorn carts at Magic Kingdom starting today.