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Robert Pattinson plays Cedric Diggory in 'Harry Potter: The Goblet of Fire'

‘Harry Potter’ Update: Robert Pattinson Eyed for HBO’s New Lord Voldemort 20 Years Later

in Harry Potter

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Sarah Larson
Tinker Bell smiles

Disney Introduces Updated Versions of Winnie the Pooh, Tinker Bell, Cinderella, and Other Classic Characters

in Walt Disney World

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Jess Colopy
guest in front of entrance to Universal's Epic Universe theme park.

Universal Finally Confirms Epic Universe Access for Annual Passholders in 2026

in Universal Orlando

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Sarah Larson
Disney Cruise Line ship sailing on open water.

FBI Investigates Disney Threat for First Time in 28 Years

in Travel, Disney Cruise Line

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres
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After 119 Years, One of America’s Oldest Theme Parks Is Closing Permanently

in Theme Parks

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Jess Colopy
Doctor Doom in 'Avengers: Doomsday'

Marvel Pulls ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Release Date Following Mass Reshoots

in Marvel

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Chloe James
Mickey Mouse with a younger guest in Disney World's Magic Kingdom park

Disney World Confirms “Vintage Magic” Returning to Theme Park, Will Be Permanent

in Walt Disney World

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Andrew Boardwine 1 Comment
Spaceship Earth hidden behind trees inside Disney World's EPCOT theme park

Disney World Slashes EPCOT Prices by 30% Ahead of 2026 Holiday Season

in Walt Disney World

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Sarah Larson
A brightly lit neon sign reads "Disney Jollywood Nights" with a large gingerbread man in a blue outfit and yellow bow tie.

Disney Confirms New Reservations for Jollywood Nights in 2026

in Walt Disney World

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Ron Weasley at the Burrow

‘Harry Potter’ Reboot Will Rewrite Ron Weasley Character, Replace Old Storylines

in Harry Potter

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Cars driving under the entrance archway of the Walt Disney World Resort

Disney World Confirms Theme Park Closure on September 9, Reopening in 2027

in Walt Disney World

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Jess Colopy
Oogie Boogie Halloween decorations overlooking guests during Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney California Adventure.

Disney Permanently Revokes General Admission for 33 Days Across Its Parks

in Disneyland Resort, Disney Parks

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres
The entrance to Hersheypark and ChocolateTown

Hersheypark Confirms Holiday Closure for 2026 After 20 Seasons

in Theme Parks

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Alessia Dunn
The iconic entrance to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, featuring classic teal art deco towers and bold red lettering, welcomes guests under a vibrant blue sky.

Disney World Replacement Project Continues at Hollywood Studios, Theming Comes Back

in Walt Disney World, Theme Parks, Disney Parks

Posted on September 9, 2026September 9, 2026 by Erica Lauren
Guests enter Universal Studios Florida beneath Halloween Horror Nights signage at Universal Orlando Resort.

Universal Facing Backlash After Halloween Horror Nights Goes Sideways

in Universal Orlando

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Gardens in front of Spaceship Earth at EPCOT

Walt Disney World Confirms 3 Attractions Are Permanently Being Retired

in Walt Disney World

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Brittni Ward
Concept art of the Monstropolis land coming to Hollywood Studios

Disney World and Disneyland Lock In Official 2027 and 2028 Timelines for 4 New Additions

in Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort, Tokyo Disneyland

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Three classic Disney villains, Jafar, Cruella de Vil, and Maleficent, stand in front of a lit, eerie castle at night during a Disney Halloween Party.

Disney Villains Land Update: When the New Land Will Open in Magic Kingdom

in Walt Disney World

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Andrew Boardwine
Disney's BoardWalk Inn Resort at dusk. Disney World Cake Bake Shop lawsuit.

Disney World Introduces New 3-Hour Happy Hour at Popular BoardWalk Restaurant

in Walt Disney World

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Brittni Ward
Concept art for the Harry Potter-themed expansion coming to Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi on Yas Island.

After 16 Years, Harry Potter Officially Breaks Away From Universal Theme Parks

in Theme Parks, Universal Orlando

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres
Audio-Animatronics Olaf sits at an animator’s desk inside the Olaf Draws! experience at The Magic of Disney Animation in Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

A Century Later, Disney Confirms Removal of Live Artists From Florida Theme Park

in Walt Disney World

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A look at the World Celebration construction and Spaceship Earth from World Nature at EPCOT

Disney World Monorail Loses Power After Lightning Strike, Guests Forced to Remove Windows

in Walt Disney World

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Brittni Ward 1 Comment
The exterior of Mission: SPACE at EPCOT inside of Disney World on a bright, sunny day.

Disney World Expands Sweeping Replacement Project, Mission: SPACE Now Affected

in Walt Disney World, Theme Parks, Disney Parks

Posted on September 9, 2026September 9, 2026 by Erica Lauren
Robert Muldoon (Bob Peck) saying "Clever girl"

‘Jurassic Park’ Sequel From ‘Hellraiser’ Creator in the Works, Franchise Undergoes Major Shift

in Entertainment, Movies & TV

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Daniel Roberts
Cinderella Castle at Tokyo Disney Resort with Mount Prometheus in the background

Disney Park Permanently Closing Opening Day Attraction This Month!

in Theme Parks, Tokyo Disneyland

Posted on September 9, 2026September 9, 2026 by Erica Lauren
(L to R) Emma Watson as Hermione Granger, Daniel Radcliffe as Harry Potter, and Rupert Grint and Ron Weasley

‘Harry Potter’ Confirms 10 Actors Have Officially Returned Ahead of HBO Series Premiere

in Entertainment, Harry Potter

Posted on September 9, 2026September 10, 2026 by Daniel Roberts
Mixed image: Background - James Bond barrel logo from 'No Time to Die', foreground - Jack Lowden pointing a gun in 'Slow Horses'

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in Entertainment, Movies & TV

Posted on September 9, 2026September 9, 2026 by Daniel Roberts
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Winnie the Pooh Voice Actor, Jim Cummings, Says Disney Quote Was Misrepresented

in The Walt Disney Company, Entertainment

Posted on September 8, 2026September 8, 2026 by Erica Lauren 5 Comments
Storm clouds loom above the Mexico World Showcase Pavilion pyramid at EPCOT

EPCOT Reveals More Changes After Permanent Mexico Pavilion Closure

in Walt Disney World

Posted on September 8, 2026 by Chloe James
Billy Bob Thornton (left) and Sam Elliott (right) in 'Landman'

Paramount Confirms “Disappointing” Cancelation of ‘Landman’ Season 3 Release in 2026

in Entertainment

Posted on September 8, 2026 by Andrew Boardwine 27 Comments
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Disneyland Confirms Closure of Indiana Jones Adventure, Effective September 8

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on September 8, 2026 by Jess Colopy 1 Comment
Guests enter Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World ahead of September nighttime events and access changes.

Disney Opens Doors to Select Guests at New Hollywood Studios Experience Before Official Debut

in Walt Disney World

Posted on September 8, 2026 by Brittni Ward
Happily Ever After fireworks bursting above Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom Park.

Magic Kingdom Tickets Available on Just 6 Dates Through October 31

in Walt Disney World

Posted on September 8, 2026 by Jess Colopy
spaceship earth at disney world's EPCOT park

Disney World Adds Free Kids Play Space at EPCOT

in Walt Disney World, Theme Parks, Disney Parks

Posted on September 8, 2026September 8, 2026 by Erica Lauren
Guests in front of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom in Disney World

Confirmed: Disney Targets Abandoned Magic Kingdom Area Location for Major 2027 Project

in Walt Disney World

Posted on September 8, 2026September 8, 2026 by Andrew Boardwine
Universal Orlando's iconic spinning globe and a guest standing in front of it

Universal Orlando Is Replacing One Passholder Freebie With Another on October 1

in Universal Orlando

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The Hollywood Tower Hotel at Disney World's Hollywood Studios theme park

Disney Confirms Return Date for Shuttered Hollywood Studios Mickey Attraction

in Walt Disney World

Posted on September 8, 2026September 8, 2026 by Sarah Larson
A stone wall with a decorative tree emblem and the text "GOLDEN OAK" below it, set against a green foliage background, evokes the charm of Disney World. The wall has a beige texture, and the letters and tree symbol are in a dark bronze color.

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in Walt Disney World

Posted on September 8, 2026September 8, 2026 by Jess Colopy 1 Comment
Universal Orlando's iconic spinning globe and a guest standing in front of it

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in Universal Orlando

Posted on September 8, 2026 by Sarah Larson
Entrance to Walt Disney World featuring a large archway with "The Most Magical Place on Earth" written below. Mickey and Minnie Mouse are displayed on pillars. Palm trees line the road under a blue sky.

Today: Disney Closes EPCOT Location Indefinitely Effective September 8

in Walt Disney World

Posted on September 8, 2026September 9, 2026 by Alessia Dunn
Travelers outside Miami International Airport in Florida during airport operations.

Bomb Squad Evacuation at Florida Airport Triggers Mass Shutdown on Disney Vacations

in Uncategorized

Posted on September 8, 2026September 9, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres
Three friends pose together in a moody lounge area during a lively after-hours event at Universal Studios, giving the camera their best serious expressions.

New Disney Series Faces Religious Pushback Over Witchcraft Themes

in Entertainment, Movies & TV, Disney+

Posted on September 8, 2026September 8, 2026 by Erica Lauren 3 Comments
Guests in front of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom in Disney World

Disney World Confirms Major Resort Transformation for 60th Anniversary in 2031

in Walt Disney World, Disney Parks

Posted on September 8, 2026September 9, 2026 by Thomas Hitchen
Spaceship Earth glows red and white like a candy cane in Disney World's EPCOT park during Festival of the Holidays

Disney World Unveils 2026 Return and Booking Date for Exclusive EPCOT Holiday Tour

in Walt Disney World

Posted on September 8, 2026 by Sarah Larson
(R-L) Actor Robin Williams, and the Genie from Aladdin

Disney Announces Female Actress Will Take Over Genie Role in ‘Aladdin,’ New Version Coming in October

in Theater

Posted on September 8, 2026 by Jess Colopy 4 Comments
Excited guests surround the iconic Universal globe at the entrance to Universal Studios on a sunny day, ready for an action-packed adventure.

Food No Longer Permitted Inside Universal Theme Parks Following Water Ban

in Universal Studios

Posted on September 8, 2026September 9, 2026 by Alessia Dunn 3 Comments
Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

Walt Disney World Finds and Closes Longtime Loophole, Costs Guests $1000s

in Walt Disney World

Posted on September 8, 2026 by Andrew Boardwine 2 Comments
Exterior of Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill in the Town Center area of Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort.

Disney Reservations Go Dark: Cold-Calls Go out to Families as Location to Close Forever

in Walt Disney World

Posted on September 8, 2026September 8, 2026 by Emmanuel Detres
The stage and performers for the Candlelight Processional at Disney World

Walt Disney World Bringing Ariel, Moana, and Jason Kelce to EPCOT

in Walt Disney World

Posted on September 8, 2026 by Brittni Ward
a family happily exits test track in disney world's epcot park

Disney Replaces Test Track Offerings 1 Year After EPCOT Reimagining, Debuts 2027 Addition

in Walt Disney World

Posted on September 8, 2026 by Sarah Larson
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