3 HUGE Disney World Announcements from This Week (Including a NEW Snack Stand and NEW Rides!)

For weeks now, it’s felt like things are changing faster than ever in Disney World, but these past few days? That’s been taken to a WHOLE new level!

Entrance crowds at Hollywood Studios

For months now, we’ve known that May 26th would be a big day in the parks. Not only is it the start of Cool KIDS’ SUMMER, but Disney also set it as the opening date of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, the opening of Bluey’s Wild World, as well as the beginning of the new offerings available at The Walt Disney Studios, among MANY others. Imagine our surprise when, just in the past few days, Disney decided to open some of these new attractions EARLY, and we also got a first look sneak peek at others!

Yep, this is the start of a VERY busy summer in Disney World, so if you’re visiting this season, you’ll want to keep a close eye on all the latest news. You won’t want to miss some of the latest and greatest additions!

Soarin’ Across America Opens EARLY

Soarin’ Across America was originally set to open in EPCOT on May 26th with the start of Cool KIDS’ SUMMER, but we knew we’d get a chance to ride the attraction earlier thanks to Cast Member previews. Additionally, Walt Disney World Annual Passholders were able to experience the ride with Annual Passholder Previews on May 19th and 20th. Then, it was expected that the ride would remain closed until the official May 26th opening.

Soarin’ Across America

However, that’s NOT what happened! Disney had those Annual Passholder previews as expected, but then decided to open the ride EARLY! When we walked up, the ride only had a 10-minute wait, and a Cast Member was sure to remind us that this was a soft opening. That means that the ride may not be up all day, and isn’t guaranteed to be available up until the official opening date on the 26th. We definitely still think it’s worth checking out, though!

NEWS: Soarin’ Across America Has Opened EARLY at EPCOT

New Adventures on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run

Disney’s Hollywood Studios is also the home of tons of excitement right now, all across the park. In the span of one week, THREE sections of the park were planned to open, including the new adventures coming to Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run in Galaxy’s Edge. Fortunately, this ride never had to close to the public to make these changes, which was a big win. The original debut date has always been today, May 22nd, and now, the new adventures are officially available!

New missions on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run

The new adventures are inspired by The Mandalorian and Grogu, the new film that just dropped in theaters today as well! We got a chance to get a sneak peek at the new adventures available two days prior to opening, and this debut didn’t open early, but that’s totally okay, because the day is already here. There are now three different storyline options the engineer can choose from, all of which involve being on a bounty hunt for three bounties — two imperial soldiers and a pirate. We absolutely love the new version of the ride and think it’s about to become even more popular than it already is, so pack your patience!

FIRST LOOK at Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Changes in Disney World

FØØD by Swedish Chef Opens EARLY!

While Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets is still on track to open on time (not early) on May 26th, the new dining spot right nearby, FØØD by Swedish Chef, also opened early and is available to guests as you read this!

FØØD by Swedish Chef

This spot takes the place of the former KRNR The Rock Station dining location, but there’s an all-new menu to match the retheme. Now, you can snag items like the Wocka Wocking Nachos, the Churro Drumstick, the Mayhem Soft-serve Float, some Pink Le-moi-nade, and the Pond Water Limeade, along with classics like the Mini Corn Dog Nuggets that are still on the menu. Also available at this spot are:

Chocolate Chip Cookies
Assorted Chips
Vanilla, Chocolate, or Swirl Waffle Cone
Frozen Floats with Coca-Cola or Barq’s Root Beer
Fountain Sodas
Frozen Blue Raspberry (Also available with Bacardi Superior Rum or Tito’s Handmade Vodka)

FULL REVIEW: We Tried EVERYTHING at the NEW Muppets Food Truck in Hollywood Studios

Eeek! There’s so much going on, and we love keeping up with it all. As always, be sure to keep following DisneyFoodBlog for more Disney news, updates, details, and more.

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