This week, Disney announced new contests, upcoming closures, construction progress, layoffs, new merchandise collections, and food additions.
Each week, there is always something new happening, whether it’s ride closures, openings, or other changes that could impact your trip! We share a roundup of all of the key Disneyland and Walt Disney World news you missed with these announcements. See the news from last week here.
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Disney Announcements This Week
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Guests say the newest pixie dusting trend is crossing physical boundaries. See why fans are upset by this recent pixie dusting trend.
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Disney announced 7 major rule changes for 2026. Read more about all the upcoming rule changes here.
Disney is selling a handbag collection made from materials from a fan-favorite Disney attraction. Read more about this cool new merchandise offering.
Here are all the new shows and films coming to Disney+ and Hulu in August. Learn more about the new additions to the streaming services here.
Disney is offering 15 new Disney Vacation Club member perks for this year. See all the perks for this year here.
A new Disney Halloween collection is dropping soon that’s going to be very popular. Read more about the newest Halloween items here.
Disney is launching a major new sweepstakes with giant prizes including free Super Bowl tickets. Learn more about this major sweepstakes here.
I’ve been to Disney’s largest fan event for the past 13 years, and here’s what I am most excited for this year. See all the things I am most excited for here.
Disney Vacation Club announced new limited-time discounts for new buyers and current owners. Read more about this latest round of deals.
Disney is selling iconic pieces of theme park history for affordable prices in an upcoming sale. See all the items up for purchase.
WATCH the new Avengers Doomsday trailer now for the upcoming film. Watch the newest trailer here.
Disney is laying off hundreds of employees in the latest rounds of corporate layoffs across the company. Learn more about this newest round of layoffs.
Hallmark released its full merchandise collection for the new Disney World Hallmark film. See the full list of merchandise here.
Disney has announced a major partnership to bring more classic American foods to the theme parks. Read more about this new partnership.
Disneyland Announcements This Week
Now on to Disneyland news from this week that you missed…
Disneyland honored the overnight team that keeps the parks running. See inside this special Disneyland event.
Disneyland made an unexpected announcement for a change coming to the 2026 holiday season. Read more about this change.
A hotel across the street from Disneyland just announced a new closure to their mini water park. Learn more about this upcoming closure.
Disneyland just quietly updated menus across popular locations at the resort this week. See all the newest menu changes.
Disneyland just began construction on the next major phase of their resort expansion. Read more about the newest construction.
Disney is quietly pausing a popular character dining experience at Disneyland. Learn more about why this experience is being put on hold.
Disneyland just quietly refreshed a hidden gem park attraction. See the new refresh here after our experience.
Walt Disney World Announcements This Week
Now on to Walt Disney World news from this week that you missed…
Yelp users shared their Disney World value resort reviews. See their value resort rankings here.
One of Disney World’s best lounges with fireworks view requires no reservations. Learn more about one of our favorite lounges.
Most Disney World visitors walk right past this incredible EPCOT lounge. See which lounge often goes overlooked here.
The food guide for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party was released. Read the full food guide here with the new items.
Disney World hotel with new mini water park is making big construction progress. Learn more about the progress for this newest project.
Disney is debuting a new dirty soda bar among other new Disney Springs additions. See all the newest additions here.
Three new Magic Kingdom food items were added to popular restaurants among other menu changes. Read more about this week’s menu additions and removals.
A guest who tripped on the Magic Kingdom trolley tracks is ending their $50,000 lawsuit. Learn more about this lawsuit.
The full menu was revealed for a highly anticipated Disney World restaurant opening soon. See the full menu and details here.
Disney has announced a new Encanto attraction coming to Disney World. Read more about all the details of this new ride.
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