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New Verse by Richard Sherman Debuts in “It’s a Small World” Finale for Disneyland and Walt Disney World
Disney Parks just introduced a new verse in the finale of the beloved attraction “It’s a Small World.” The verse, penned by the late Richard M. Sherman, debuted at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World on July 17, 2025—marking Disneyland’s 70th anniversary and coinciding with celebratory events at Magic Kingdom.
Disney Launches Starlight Parade Two Days Early with Surprise Soft Opening in Magic Kingdom as Passholder Reservations Fill Up for Debut
Walt Disney World surprised Magic Kingdom guests last night, July 18th, with an unannounced soft opening of its highly anticipated new nighttime parade, Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away.
Jim Henson’s Son Brian Henson Opens Door for Revival of MuppetVision 3D
In a recent interview with TheaterMania, Brian Henson—chairman of The Jim Henson Company and son of founder Jim Henson—addressed the fate of MuppetVision 3D, the beloved attraction that closed at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on June 8, 2025.
Rumor: Liberty Belle Riverboat to be Dismantled at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World
Fans are concerned about the fate of the Liberty Belle river boad amid rumors Disney may dismantle it after the closure of the Rivers of America.
Is the Morocco Friendship Dock at EPCOT Sinking?
EPCOT visitors recently raised concerns after noticing something unusual at the Morocco Pavilion’s Friendship Boat dock. Unlike its usual appearance, the dock now appears oddly tilted. Parts of the structure seem submerged, and its ends look partially underwater.
Magic Kingdom Map Reveals Potential Locations and Access Points for New Villains Land in Walt Disney World
A new map of the Magic Kingdom from Disney could reveal the potential location, borders, and entry paths into the new Villains Land coming to Walt Disney World.
Disney expert WDWPro shared his analysis on how much this image actually reveals on the That Park Place YouTube channel, including what it’ll take to connect the new areas and how this shows that Disney may be worried about Epic Universe’s success.
Stitch Boards the Magic Kingdom Railroad to Mixed Reception
Walt Disney World has updated one of its most iconic attractions. The Magic Kingdom Railroad—known for its classic charm and relaxing grand circle tour—has temporarily adopted a new operating mode and a surprising guest star: Stitch.
Disney Wastes No Time: Liberty Belle Gone, Tom Sawyer Island Already Being Dismantled at Magic Kingdom
The demolition of Magic Kingdom’s historic Frontierland area has officially begun—and Disney isn’t slowing down. Just hours after the July 6th closure of Tom Sawyer Island, the Liberty Square Riverboat, and the Frontierland Railroad Station, visible construction activity is now underway
CNN Commentator Says Disney Adults should go to “Alligator Alcatraz”
A recent on-air comment by CNN commentator Scott Jennings has sparked backlash after he mocked adults who visit Disney theme parks without children. During a July 1, 2025, episode of CNN NewsNight, Jennings remarked, “If you’re over the age of 21 and you go to Disneyland or Disney World and you don’t have children — straight to Alligator Alcatraz, El Salvador.”
Magic Kingdom Sees Shockingly Low Crowds on July 4th, Raising Alarms for Disney
For decades, the Fourth of July has been one of the most packed days of the year at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. But in the summer of 2025—already marked by unusually light crowds—That Park Place witnessed something almost unthinkable: a wide-open Magic Kingdom on July 4th.
Epic Universe Is Already Hurting Disney World Attendance—and Experts Say the Worst Is Yet to Come
Epic Universe may already be shifting the gravitational center of Orlando tourism away from Walt Disney World. With billions of dollars on the line and attendance projections raising eyebrows, experts believe Universal Orlando Resort’s massive new park is triggering a...
Test Track Crash Injures Four Guests During Cast Member Preview at EPCOT
Just weeks before its grand reopening, EPCOT’s newly updated Test Track has already made headlines for all the wrong reasons. During a Cast Member preview on July 1st, a Test Track crash occurred when a ride vehicle slammed into a set of foam sliding doors that failed to open properly. Four guests were injured in the impact and received treatment on-site. Fortunately, none required hospitalization—but the timing couldn’t be worse for Disney as it gears up to relaunch the ride to the public later this month.