food IS a theme park
Every time a new month comes around, the sweet treat monster inside of us gets excited!
Gideon’s Bakehouse
April has just begun, and that means new limited-edition menu items and merchandise at Gideon’s Bakehouse at Disney Springs. Gideon’s dropped a first look at what’s to come, and now we’re going to look at all of it.
Disneyland After Dark events are a great way to spend some time in the parks and see them in a way you can’t during the day. Each event has a specific theme, and each theme brings with it special entertainment, activities, characters, and food.
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Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite is a celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community and is a festive evening event that will take place in Disneyland on June 16th and June 18th, bringing vibrant outfits to Disney characters, dazzling entertainment, colorful snacks, and so much more. Now, we know when you can buy tickets for the event.
Recently, Disney has announced new lands, attractions, and entertainment headed to the theme parks, new ships coming to the Disney Cruise Line, and so much more. But, what about those projects that Disney hasn’t exactly announced yet?
EPCOT
Keeping up with the latest construction permits Disney World files can be a great way to find out just what is going on around the parks and hotels, and we recently spotted some you might want to know about!
It seems like a lot of change has been happening in Disney Springs over the past few years. We’ve seen several stores close forever, including Francesca’s, Sprinkles Cupcakes, Art of Shaving, the Sosa Family Cigars shop, the Uggs Store, Sanuk, and more.
Disney Springs
Well, we’ve got ANOTHER store closure that’s happening soon, we need to warn you about. So if you have plans to do any shopping at Shore, you’ll want to do so SOON because the Shore clothing store is also closing.
You know when you want the food of a sit down restaruant but the idea of having a whole dining experience just seems too much? Let me introduce you to Disney World lounges. These are our favorite spots to grab a drink and an appetizer to escape the chaos of the theme parks without having to commit to a full-service meal.
Steakhouse 71 Lounge
We’re heading to the Steakhouse 71 Lounge at Disney’s Contemporary Resort to check out some bites and drinks and see if you should add this stop to your Disney World trip.
There are certain Disney souvenirs that are cute, and then there are the ones that instantly jump into your cart before you can even think twice.
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Right now, we’re seeing a wave of new arrivals that feel equal parts practical, collectible, and just plain fun. If you’re planning a park trip or just want to bring a little Disney magic into your everyday life, these are the kinds of items that actually earn their spot. Let’s talk about five new Disney souvenirs that are seriously testing our self-control.
You guys, I’ve been waiting on my favorite Disney World ride to reopen for what feels like AGES.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
That’s right, I’m a die-hard Big Thunder Mountain Railroad fan, and it has been closed since January 2025 (I miss it so much!). It’s set to reopen in early May 2026, but we don’t have a specific date yet. The good news? Ride testing is underway!
Disney Loungefly bags are usually the kind of park accessory you admire from afar and then quietly talk yourself out of at checkout.
Loungefly SALE!
But right now, there are a few options sitting at a much more reasonable price point, and it honestly feels a little dangerous for our wallets. When you can snag something this cute for around $40, it suddenly becomes way easier to justify. If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your park bag or just want something fun for everyday use, these three Loungefly picks are actually worth a closer look.
If you have a trip to Disneyland Resort planned for April, you’re going to have to prepare for the park to look a little different.
Disneyland
As we get closer to summertime, it looks like some popular attractions at both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure are getting hit with refurbishment closures. Let’s take a look at what’s closing and when so you can plan accordingly.
You guys, it’s a pretty rough week to be a Disney character!
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In the past few years, Disney has made some pretty incredible character animatronics, particularly for its international parks. They’re SO cool to check out, but sometimes they have malfunctions and problems, just like their older counterparts. And this week? Well, there were some unfortunate incidents for TWO Disney characters.
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