Remember when Disney was steeped in Americana? Being welcomed to Disneyland by hearing “Walkin’ right down the middle of Main Street, USA” sung with glee by The Dapper Dans felt as American as baseball, hot dogs, and apple pie! Well, in what seems like for the first time in forever, Disney is bringing back that Americana with their entry in this year’s Tournament of Roses Parade: a brand new, grand float to be called “Disney Celebrates America”.
Universal Orlando Resort’s newest theme park, Epic Universe, officially opened to the public on May 22, 2025. While 2025 was the first operating year of the park, 2026 will be the first full year the park is open. If you’re looking to book an Epic Universe vacation and save a little cash along the way, we here at thatparkplace.com have got you covered, as we take a look at the five cheapest times to go to Epic Universe in 2026, along with the most expensive days you may wish to avoid.
Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World has introduced a brand new Christmas exhibit for 2025. Located in the “Walt Disney Presents” building (a small, walk through museum) is the new “Disney Takes A Holiday” display, showcasing costumes and props from a few classic Disney Christmas movies, and the inclusion of one made for Disney + film.
The Lost Continent at Universal Orlando’s Islands of Adventure Park will soon be a thing of the past.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, the flagship attraction of Frontierland in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World, has been down for nearly a year. Having closed at the tail end of last year’s holiday season on January 6, 2025 this extended Big Thunder Mountain refurbishment was scheduled to last for about a year, but it’s now looking like it could go quite a bit longer before reopening.
With the arrival of Thanksgiving week, Walt Disney World is preparing resort wide for Christmas season. Festive decor is going up across the 43 square mile property, and as Epcot winds down it’s last week of the 2025 International Food and Wine Festival, the park is being prepared for the upcoming 2025 International Festival of the Holidays.
Deadpool is heading back to Disney’s California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort for the holidays. That’s right, the “merc with a mouth” will be headlining “The Story Time with Deadpool Holiday Special” this holiday season, but be warned — may not be appropriate for all ages.
“Story Living By Disney” is what the Walt Disney Company has dubbed it’s latest foray into real estate development. The Disney “Story Living” communities will feature single home and condominium developments, with community elements such as a private club and a town center.
The Cool Ship is out and AstroFizz is in at the Magic Kingdom. A brand new snack kiosk replacing the former “Cool Ship” that closed back in May of 2025 has opened in Tomorrowland. The location features a new menu and a completely updated look.
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party for 2025 is almost completely sold out. If you're still looking to go there is just one night still available as of this writing: Tuesday, December 16, 2025. While event prices can vary by date, the one night still available will...
Universal has announced its military annual pass offer for 2026 – priced less than half of Disney’s, with fewer blockout dates, and encompassing a longer usage period.
The fallout from the Cracker Barrel rebrand attempt debacle continues, and it’s centering on DEI.