Fantasy Land News covers Walt Disney World around the clock — from breaking news on ride closures and refurbishments to the latest on park events, new attractions, resort updates, dining changes, and merchandise releases. We cover all four theme parks, Disney Springs, Disney Resorts, and everything happening across the property.

What is happening right now: Cool Kids' Summer 2026 runs May 26 through September 8, with Bluey's Wild World at Animal Kingdom, Soarin' Across America at EPCOT, and a new Mickey Mouse stage show at Hollywood Studios all opening on the same day. Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin reopens April 8 with major upgrades. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad returns in early May after a full refurbishment.

Browse the latest Walt Disney World news from Fantasy Land News below, or jump to a specific park: Magic Kingdom — EPCOT — Hollywood Studios — Animal Kingdom — Disney Springs

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Hallmark's Jingle Stop Tour Orlando Stop Likely Landing at Disney Springs

Hallmark’s Jingle Stop Tour Orlando Stop Likely Landing at Disney Springs

September 17, 2026

Exterior sign for Disney's Art of Animation Resort with large multicolored letters and palm trees in the foreground.

Disney World’s Art of Animation Gets Its First Major Room Refresh Since Opening in 2012

September 17, 2026

Lilypad's Jams Brings New Music to Alien Swirling Saucers September 25

Lilypad’s Jams Brings New Music to Alien Swirling Saucers September 25

September 16, 2026

Walt Disney World Celebrates Hispanic & Latin American Heritage Month With Luis Fonsi

Walt Disney World Celebrates Hispanic & Latin American Heritage Month With Luis Fonsi

September 16, 2026

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Plays "September" All Day for the Fourth Year in a Row

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Plays “September” All Day for the Fourth Year in a Row

September 16, 2026

Baymax Sipper Now Available in Animation Courtyard at Hollywood Studios

Baymax Sipper Now Available in Animation Courtyard at Hollywood Studios

September 14, 2026

The Magic of Disney Animation Now Open at Disney's Hollywood Studios

The Magic of Disney Animation Now Open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

September 14, 2026

Magic of Disney Animation Grand Opening: Full Character List, New Baymax Sipper, and Debut Pin

Magic of Disney Animation Grand Opening: Full Character List, New Baymax Sipper, and Debut Pin

September 14, 2026

Hollywood Studios Adds New Accessible Parking Section to Minnie Lot

Hollywood Studios Adds New Accessible Parking Section to Minnie Lot

September 14, 2026

Walt Disney Studios Lot Character Count: 571 Characters, Named and Counted

Walt Disney Studios Lot Character Count: 571 Characters, Named and Counted

September 13, 2026

Interactive Checklist Tracks Every Character in Hollywood Studios' Walt Disney Studios Lot

Interactive Checklist Tracks Every Character in Hollywood Studios’ Walt Disney Studios Lot

September 13, 2026

Magic of Disney Animation Courtyard Fully Lit at Night for First Time

Magic of Disney Animation Courtyard Fully Lit at Night for First Time

September 12, 2026

New Tower Crane Rises Over Magic Kingdom's Piston Peak Construction Site

New Tower Crane Rises Over Magic Kingdom’s Piston Peak Construction Site

September 11, 2026

These Four Disney Springs Restaurants Are Secretly Telling One Continuous Story

These Four Disney Springs Restaurants Are Secretly Telling One Continuous Story

September 11, 2026

Disney's Hexed Gets Its Own Gallery Inside The Magic of Disney Animation

Disney’s Hexed Gets Its Own Gallery Inside The Magic of Disney Animation

September 11, 2026

The Magic of Disney Animation Soft Opens: Our First Impressions From Inside

The Magic of Disney Animation Soft Opens: Our First Impressions From Inside

September 11, 2026

Olaf Draws! Virtual Queue Confirmed, But It's Not the Usual App-Based System

Olaf Draws! Virtual Queue Confirmed, But It’s Not the Usual App-Based System

September 10, 2026

2027 Disney After Hours Dates Announced for Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, EPCOT

2027 Disney After Hours Dates Announced for Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, EPCOT

September 10, 2026

EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival 2027 Dates Announced: March 10 – May 31

EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival 2027 Dates Announced: March 10 – May 31

September 10, 2026

EPCOT Festival of the Arts 2027 Now Presented by Disney Lorcana: Dates Announced

EPCOT Festival of the Arts 2027 Now Presented by Disney Lorcana: Dates Announced

September 10, 2026

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