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Halloween Overlay Coming to Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar at Disney Springs in 2025​

Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar at Disney Springs will receive a Halloween overlay in 2025, featuring a seasonal transformation similar to the holiday overlay. More details will be released soon.

Halloween Overlay Coming to Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar at Disney Springs in 2025

Halloween Overlay Coming to Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar at Disney Springs in 2025

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First Look at Spooky Bites from Jock Lindsey's Halloween Hangar Bar in Disney Springs​

Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar at Disney Springs will receive a Halloween-themed makeover starting August 19, 2025. The bar will feature a limited-time menu of spooky food and drinks, including a fried chicken sandwich, chicken bites, mini quesadillas, and pastry-wrapped sausage mummies. Additional themed cocktails and desserts are expected but have not been revealed yet.

First Look at Spooky Bites from Jock Lindsey's Halloween Hangar Bar in Disney Springs

First Look at Spooky Bites from Jock Lindsey's Halloween Hangar Bar in Disney Springs

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EPCOT Entrance Gets Landscaping Update with New Palm Trees in Front of Spaceship Earth​

EPCOT's entrance plaza received a landscaping update with ten new foxtail palm trees planted in front of Spaceship Earth. The new trees restore symmetry and greenery to the area.

EPCOT Entrance Gets Landscaping Update with New Palm Trees in Front of Spaceship Earth

EPCOT Entrance Gets Landscaping Update with New Palm Trees in Front of Spaceship Earth

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First Test Track 3.0 Merchandise Now Available at EPCOT's Test Track Gear Shop​

First wave of Test Track 3.0 merchandise, including t-shirts and a pin, is now available at EPCOT’s Test Track Gear Shop. More items are expected to arrive soon.

First Test Track 3.0 Merchandise Now Available at EPCOT's Test Track Gear Shop

First Test Track 3.0 Merchandise Now Available at EPCOT's Test Track Gear Shop

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Guest Room Refurbishment Scheduled for Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge Beginning October 2025​

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village will undergo a guest room refurbishment from October 2025 to May 2026, followed by Jambo House from May 2026 to January 2027. All resort amenities will remain available during the project.

Guest Room Refurbishment Scheduled for Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge Beginning October 2025

Guest Room Refurbishment Scheduled for Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge Beginning October 2025

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'Wonderful World of Animation' Pauses for Several Nights at Disney's Hollywood Studios in August 2025​

‘Wonderful World of Animation’ at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will not be performed from August 2nd through August 5th, 2025. Performances resume on August 6th.

'Wonderful World of Animation' Pauses for Several Nights at Disney's Hollywood Studios in August 2025

'Wonderful World of Animation' Pauses for Several Nights at Disney's Hollywood Studios in August 2025

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Disney Closes Buzz Lightyear Ride for Major Refurbishment at Magic Kingdom​

Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom is closed for a major refurbishment. The ride will feature a new opening scene, redesigned vehicles, enhanced laser blasters, and interactive targets.

Disney Closes Buzz Lightyear Ride for Major Refurbishment at Magic Kingdom

Disney Closes Buzz Lightyear Ride for Major Refurbishment at Magic Kingdom

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Disney World Passholders Can Pick Up New Crush Magnet Starting August 7​

A new Crush-themed magnet will be available to Walt Disney World Annual Passholders at Disney’s Animal Kingdom starting August 7, 2025. The magnet can be picked up at Discovery Trading Company and Riverside Depot until September 27, 2025, or while supplies last.

Disney World Passholders Can Pick Up New Crush Magnet Starting August 7

Disney World Passholders Can Pick Up New Crush Magnet Starting August 7

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2025 Disney Halloween Merchandise Arrives at Magic Kingdom's Emporium​

The 2025 Disney Halloween merchandise collection is now available at Magic Kingdom’s Emporium. This seasonal lineup, separate from Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party exclusives, will be available throughout the Halloween season.

2025 Disney Halloween Merchandise Arrives at Magic Kingdom's Emporium

2025 Disney Halloween Merchandise Arrives at Magic Kingdom's Emporium

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Disney World Updates Good-To-Go Calendar with Three New August 2025 Dates​

Disney World added three new Good-To-Go Days for Annual Passholders in August 2025, bringing the total to four. These days allow Passholders to visit without a theme park reservation.

Disney World Updates Good-To-Go Calendar with Three New August 2025 Dates

Disney World Updates Good-To-Go Calendar with Three New August 2025 Dates

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Opening Night Sold Out for 2025 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom​

Opening night, August 15, 2025, for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom has sold out. This is the fourth sold-out date of the season, joining August 17, August 19, and October 31.

Opening Night Sold Out for 2025 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom

Opening Night Sold Out for 2025 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom

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Disney Announces Opening Date and Menu for The Beak and Barrel Pirates Tavern at Magic Kingdom​

The Beak and Barrel Pirates Tavern, a new Pirates of the Caribbean-themed tavern, will open on August 29, 2025, in Adventureland at Magic Kingdom. The tavern will offer a 45-minute immersive experience with sing-alongs, storytelling, and a menu featuring tropical drinks and small bites. Reservations for the tavern will open on August 14, 2025.

Disney Announces Opening Date and Menu for The Beak and Barrel Pirates Tavern at Magic Kingdom

Disney Announces Opening Date and Menu for The Beak and Barrel Pirates Tavern at Magic Kingdom

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Beak and Barrel Tavern Open During Both Halloween and Christmas Parties at Magic Kingdom​

Disney has confirmed that The Beak and Barrel Tavern, the new Pirates of the Caribbean-themed lounge opening August 29, 2025, will be open for guests attending both Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom.

Beak and Barrel Tavern Open During Both Halloween and Christmas Parties at Magic Kingdom

Beak and Barrel Tavern Open During Both Halloween and Christmas Parties at Magic Kingdom

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Full Menu and Prices Revealed for The Beak and Barrel Tavern at Magic Kingdom​

Disney has released the full menu and pricing for The Beak and Barrel Tavern, a Pirates of the Caribbean-themed tavern opening August 29, 2025, in Adventureland at Magic Kingdom. The menu features small plates, specialty cocktails, non-alcoholic drinks, and pirate-inspired keepsakes.

Full Menu and Prices Revealed for The Beak and Barrel Tavern at Magic Kingdom

Full Menu and Prices Revealed for The Beak and Barrel Tavern at Magic Kingdom

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Disney Parks Drive $2.5B in Q3 2025 Earnings as Theme Park Revenue Surges​

The Walt Disney Company reported Q3 2025 earnings today, showing solid growth in its Experiences segment, led by strong performance at domestic theme parks and Disney Cruise Line. While other divisions saw mixed results, the strength of the Parks and Experiences segment helped drive overall improvements in revenue and profitability.

Disney Parks Drive $2.5B in Q3 2025 Earnings as Theme Park Revenue Surges

Disney Parks Drive $2.5B in Q3 2025 Earnings as Theme Park Revenue Surges

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Disney World Hits All-Time High Revenue in Q3 2025, Strong Bookings Continue into Q4​

Walt Disney World achieved record revenue in Q3 2025, driven by strong guest spending and continued demand. The Experiences segment, including domestic parks and cruises, saw an 8% increase in operating income. Fourth quarter bookings are up 6% year-over-year, with Disneyland Paris and the cruise line performing well.

Disney World Hits All-Time High Revenue in Q3 2025, Strong Bookings Continue into Q4

Disney World Hits All-Time High Revenue in Q3 2025, Strong Bookings Continue into Q4

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Walt Disney Imagineering Files New Permit for DINOSAUR Attraction at Animal Kingdom​

Walt Disney Imagineering filed a permit for work on the DINOSAUR attraction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The permit indicates that Mecca Productions, Inc. will install set elements, possibly as routine maintenance, part of an enhancement, or early prep for Indiana Jones. The DINOSAUR attraction is expected to close after 2025 to make way for a new Indiana Jones-themed ride.

Walt Disney Imagineering Files New Permit for DINOSAUR Attraction at Animal Kingdom

Walt Disney Imagineering Files New Permit for DINOSAUR Attraction at Animal Kingdom

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Full Menu Revealed for Jock Lindsey's Halloween Hangar Bar at Disney Springs​

Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar at Disney Springs will debut a Halloween overlay on August 19, 2025, featuring spooky-themed food and drink items. The limited-time menu includes items like Alien Invader Sliders, Cursed Mummy Sausages, and a Cauldron Cooler cocktail. The overlay will run through November 4, 2025.

Full Menu Revealed for Jock Lindsey's Halloween Hangar Bar at Disney Springs

Full Menu Revealed for Jock Lindsey's Halloween Hangar Bar at Disney Springs

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First Look at the New Complimentery Crush Passholder Magnet at Walt Disney World​

A new complimentary Crush magnet is available for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders from August 7 through September 27, 2025. Passholders can pick up one magnet per person at Discovery Trading Company or Riverside Depot in Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

First Look at the New Complimentery Crush Passholder Magnet at Walt Disney World

First Look at the New Complimentery Crush Passholder Magnet at Walt Disney World

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Disney's Coronado Springs Cabanas Pool Closed for Refurbishment Mid-August 2025​

The Cabanas leisure pool at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort will be closed for routine maintenance from August 17th through August 24th, 2025. Guests can still enjoy the resort’s other pools during this time.

Disney's Coronado Springs Cabanas Pool Closed for Refurbishment Mid-August 2025

Disney's Coronado Springs Cabanas Pool Closed for Refurbishment Mid-August 2025

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