Disney has removed the 2027 opening reference from the Tropical Americas listing on the Walt Disney World website. This change affects the project’s listing in the resort’s “Coming Soon” section. The page previously described Tropical Americas as an 11-acre land...
Walt Disney Imagineering has filed a permit for “General Construction” at 4975C Caribbean Way—better known to theme park fans as the site of the former Aunt Polly’s restaurant on Tom Sawyer Island at Magic Kingdom. The permit was filed on July 24, 2025, and lists Phillips & Jordan, Inc. as the designated contractor, a firm with experience in infrastructure demolition and land clearing.
Epic Universe at Universal Orlando officially opened on May 22 2025, featuring Celestial Park as its cosmic-themed hub. The signature coaster in this area is Stardust Racers, a dual‑launch racing coaster manufactured by Mack Rides. It hits speeds of 62 mph, climbs 133 ft, and spans about 5,000 ft of track, including a twisting inversion dubbed the “Celestial Spin” where the two trains interlock mid-air. But new lore have given the backstory to the coaster’s creation, and as the story goes, Back to the Future’s Doc Brown traveled through time to assist the builders with his own technology.
Horror enthusiasts, brace yourselves: Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) 34 is set to deliver one of its most anticipated experiences yet, with an all-new haunted house inspired by the blockbuster 2023 film (and 2014 video game series) Five Nights at Freddy’s.
Disney has officially reversed two temporary policies introduced alongside the debut of Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away at Magic Kingdom. These changes suggest that actual attendance may be lower than initially expected during the early summer. Annual Passholders are once again able to enter Magic Kingdom after 2 p.m. without a reservation. Additionally, cast members can once more enter the parks when off duty.
Canada’s Wonderland officially opened AlpenFury on July 12, 2025. The coaster made headlines for being the country’s longest, tallest, and fastest launched roller coaster. Located within the iconic Wonder Mountain, the ride features a dual-launch system, nine inversions, and a dramatic fire-and-ice theme.
Universal Studios has officially announced “WWE Presents: The Horrors of The Wyatt Sicks,” a new haunted house set to debut at Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) 2025, bringing the eerie world of WWE’s most disturbing faction to life for horror enthusiasts and wrestling fans alike. This marks the first WWE-themed attraction at HHN in over two decades, since the Undertaker: No Mercy house, and pays homage to the legacy of the late Bray Wyatt while immersing guests in the nightmarish realm of his spiritual successors.
Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, Illinois, has reinstated a strict chaperone policy for guests aged 15 and younger. The park reactivated the requirement beginning July 17, 2025. Guests under 16 must now enter the park and remain inside with a chaperone who is at least 21 years old.
In a startling incident on Friday afternoon, two electric buses associated with Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe theme park erupted in flames at a bus depot located at 9505 Universal Blvd., just outside the park. The fire was swiftly contained by emergency responders, with no injuries reported.
The announcement of Disneyland Abu Dhabi marked a major development in the global theme park industry. It also raised important questions about Disney’s role in the project.
The world of theme parks has been buzzing since Disney’s recent announcement of a major new resort on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. While details remain scarce, intriguing hints about the park’s official name have emerged from domain name registrations and official statements. This insight comes from in-depth reporting by Caroline Reid in Forbes, a leading voice in theme park and entertainment journalism who delved into the project’s nuances, including its potential scale and partnerships.
In celebration of its most loyal and enthusiastic fans, Universal Orlando Resort will host its annual Passholder Appreciation Days presented by Coca-Cola® from August 15 through September 30 – giving Annual and Seasonal Passholders the opportunity to enjoy a multitude of extra, exclusive benefits only available during the six-week celebration.
Walt Disney World recently rolled out a rare digital gift‑card bonus with the purchase of a new annual pass.
This move is noteworthy for two reasons. First, it marks a return to offering incentives aimed at new Annual Pass (AP) purchasers, a strategy Disney had largely abandoned. Second, it fuels a growing narrative that when Disney introduces perks for first‑time or returning APs, it signals a need to boost lagging sales.