This week Disney announced a huge new Disney Cruise Line discount, new ride closure dates and reopening dates for currently closed experiences, and the addition of new dining experiences.
Each week, there is always something new happening, whether that includes ride closures, openings, or other things 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.
You can also check out our roundup of the key news from last week here. Mickey Visit brings you the latest Disney news and planning resources. See the major changes coming to Disney World in April here and the changes at Disneyland in April here. And the newest ride closures happening at Disneyland and Disney World in May.
Disney Announcements This Week
First, some big stories across all of Disney that we are following.
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Disney Cruise Line released a major deal with 50% off sailings for anyone under 18. Learn more and get a price quote here.
Disney has set their ride closures for May 2026. We have the closures for Disneyland and Walt Disney World. See all the 2026 May closures here.
Disney Cruise Line also revealed a new partnership with a port near Disneyland to expand San Diego sailings. Read more about this expansion here.
A huge Disney gift card discount is coming soon with $50 savings per gift card. See this newest Disney gift card discount here.
Disney is adding new rules for a popular Disney Vacation Club benefit after crackdown on rentals. Read more about this newest change here.
Disney’s new Inspire Visa is changing its sign up benefit after its initial free Disney gift card offer. Read more about this upcoming change.
Disney is opening five new versions of their rides this summer after extended closures. Learn more about all the newest ride versions here.
A new Disney retro cookbook is releasing offering more than 60+ nostalgic recipes. Read more about the cookbook here.
We rounded up all the 13 new Loungefly bags that are perfect for summer. See all the Loungefly bags here.
We took a look at the physical stress response Disney can create and how to cope with it. Read more about how to improve your experience.
Disneyland Announcements This Week
Now on to Disneyland news from this week that you missed…
Disneyland is quietly started reducing offering that was meant to revolutionize the guest experience. See how this is already happening in the parks and new comments from Disney.
Disneyland just made big construction progress on a highly anticipated attraction. Read more about this newest construction update.
Two end dates were revealed for Disneyland ride closures as spring break period ends. Learn more about the recent ride closure updates.
The best, worst, and ultra secret Disneyland bathrooms were just revealed in our bathroom ranking. See all the rankings of these bathrooms at Disneyland.
Two new rides are reopening at Disneyland this week after a long closure as another ride is expected to close. Read more about the latest closure updates here.
Disneyland is making a change to theme park entry this week after an initial test run. See more about this newest test here.
New menu changes were revealed for Disneyland including a new special holiday brunch experience. Read more about the newest changes here.
Walt Disney World Announcements This Week
Now on to Walt Disney World news from this week that you missed…
Disney has closed five Animal Kingdom attractions as they prepare for new expansions. Read more about the closed attractions and what is coming soon.
Disney World just announced four new Star Wars popcorn buckets and novelties. Learn about all the newest Star Wars popcorn buckets here.
New perks were just revealed for Disney World annual passholders. See all the newest perks here.
EPCOT is closing very early on this specific date which will create low crowd levels. Read more about this latest change to operating hours.
Disney World just announced an attraction closure at Hollywood Studios. See this newest closure here.
A popular Disney World bar and transportation was just added to the closure calendar. Learn more about the recent hotel refurbishment plans here.
The summer only After Hours schedule was just released along with ticket prices. Read more about this summer exclusive After Hours event.
A new sit down restaurant with fireworks views just announced a change to refurbishment. See all the newest changes here.
Disney quietly changed the menu at an EPCOT restaurant added some new menu items to a fan favorite restaurant. Learn more about the recent menu changes here.
Disney World is changing up the Lightning Lane lineup with summer begins. Read more about the most recent Lightning Lane change.
We just got the first look at Disney’s newest Magic Kingdom hotel with firework views. See the full reveal here.
A guest is suing Disney World for alleged permanent damage from a bed bug bite. Read more about the latest lawsuit.
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