Tips, Reviews & Finds

Christmas parade magic during regular Magic Kingdom hours, holiday party sellouts, December park hours, Polynesian and Grand Floridian updates, and a rare new arrival at Animal Kingdom!

Higher Lightning Lane prices, Disney dining changes, holiday party updates, attraction refurbishments, Annual Passholder perks, and more Walt Disney World news for families planning their next trip.

Holiday ride surprises, new Monstropolis dining details, Disney Lakeshore Lodge reservations, price changes, and more! Catch up on the Walt Disney World news families need to know this week.

Holiday ride overlays are coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and EPCOT, with seasonal music arriving at Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, Alien Swirling Saucers and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.

Visiting Walt Disney World in October? Here are the party nights, race-weekend changes, EPCOT hours, refurbishments, Food & Wine tips and other dates families should know before their trip.

Walt Disney World turns 55, Hurly-Burly opens, Food & Wine adds four marketplaces, Diamond Horseshoe tries something new, and Disney reveals more of Lakeshore Lodge.

Planning a visit to the 2026 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival? Here’s what to know about the Global Marketplaces, Eat to the Beat, Emile’s Fromage Montage, Remy’s Hide & Squeak and our practical tips before you go.

This week at Walt Disney World: Lilypad arrives in Toy Story Land, 2027 After Hours tickets go on sale, new Halloween treats, spring discounts, dining updates and a helpful airport luggage change.

Disney Jollywood Nights is returning to Hollywood Studios for 15 nights in 2026 — with holiday shows, characters, nighttime entertainment, attractions and plenty of old-Hollywood Christmas style. Here’s what’s been announced so far and what to know before your Jollywood night.

Disney gave us plenty to talk about this week — Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is sold out, Disney has a new $89 Water Park Seasonal Pass, The Magic of Disney Animation is now open, and there are several important dates worth putting on your calendar.

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is back for 2026! Here’s what to know about party dates, entertainment, holiday ride overlays, festive treats and more before your very merry night.

EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays returns November 27 through December 30, 2026, with Candlelight Processional, Holiday Kitchens, storytellers, festive entertainment and plenty of family-friendly holiday magic.

Disney dropped a whole stack of Walt Disney World news this week — including something opening tomorrow. Here are the five updates we think are most worth having on your radar.

Disney has announced the 2026 EPCOT Candlelight Processional narrator lineup, including new names like Robin Roberts, Jason Kelce and Lacey Chabert. Here’s the full schedule plus what families should know before planning.

A limited-time dining experience begins at The Diamond Horseshoe on October 4, 2026, with reservations opening September 29. Here’s what Magic Kingdom families should know before booking.

Hurly-Burly opens at Disney's BoardWalk on October 1, 2026 with shareable bites, specialty drinks, daytime family entertainment and live music at night.

Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon temporarily closes beginning September 9, 2026. Here’s what families visiting Walt Disney World should know about the closure and their water park options.

Our family’s experience, the perks people overlook, and the Disney math you should do before buying

Tiana's Bayou Adventure is expected to close for refurbishment beginning November 2, 2026. Here's what families with upcoming Magic Kingdom trips should know.

Disney revealed a huge round of Walt Disney World updates at D23 2026! Here’s what’s changing, what families can look forward to, and what it could mean for your next Disney vacation.

What should you actually carry into Walt Disney World? After years of park days, our family has learned to pack for the people, weather and day ahead—not somebody else's giant Disney packing list.

Disney trips don't have to drain your bank account. Here's exactly how our family cuts costs at Walt Disney World while still having the most magical time possible.

There's no single magical pair of 'Disney shoes' that works for every family member — here's how we found what actually works for each of us, and how you can find what works for you.