Theme Parks

Disneyland Shutting Down Almost a Dozen Rides This January for Refurbishment

Disneyland Shutting Down Almost a Dozen Rides This January for Refurbishment

Disneyland Resort has scheduled a series of 11 ride closures and maintenance projects for January 2026 as part of its annual refurbishment period. The updates affect attractions at both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure. Each closure coincides with the traditional post-holiday maintenance window that follows high-volume winter travel.

SeaWorld Orlando Announces Death of Beloved Killer Whale Katina at Age 50

SeaWorld Orlando Announces Death of Beloved Killer Whale Katina at Age 50

SeaWorld Orlando has announced the death of Katina, a well-known killer whale at the theme park, marking the end of a life that spanned five decades and left a lasting impact on guests, trainers, and the park’s marine animal care teams. The SeaWorld killer whale death was confirmed by the park on Sunday, December 21, 2025, following a period of declining health.

Universal Islands of Adventure Files Permit for New Ride From Manufacturer of VelociCoaster and Hagrid’s Motorbike Adventure

Universal Islands of Adventure Files Permit for New Ride From Manufacturer of VelociCoaster and Hagrid’s Motorbike Adventure

Universal’s Islands of Adventure has filed a new construction permit that points to the possible development of a future attraction. Public records in Orange County, Florida, show that Universal City Development Partners has submitted a Notice of Commencement for work within the park. The filing lists Intamin as the contractor.

Lightning Lane Premiere Pass Sold Out for 8 Consecutive Days During Holiday Period

Lightning Lane Premiere Pass Sold Out for 8 Consecutive Days During Holiday Period

The Lightning Lane Premier Pass at Walt Disney World Resort sold out for eight consecutive days at Magic Kingdom during a peak holiday period, while also selling out for four consecutive days across all Walt Disney World parks. Magic Kingdom sellouts began on December 20th and will continue through December 27th. Resort-wide sellouts will start on December 23rd and run through December 26th.

Disneyland Paris Enhances Frontierland Waterway as Walt Disney World Destroys Rivers of America

Disneyland Paris Enhances Frontierland Waterway as Walt Disney World Destroys Rivers of America

Disneyland Paris has announced plans to add new scenes to its Rivers of the Far West attraction in Frontierland in 2026. These new scenes come from sketches from the legendary Marc Davis. Meanwhile Walt Disney World in Florida has permanently closed the Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom as part of a large-scale park transformation.