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NEWS: Park Hours Revealed for 2025 Holidays at Disney World

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Trying to plan a Disney World trip during the holiday season can be as difficult as trying to wrangle eels into a bucket — but it doesn’t have to be! And, if you’re heading to Disney World during Christmas this year, we’ve got great news because park hours have just been released for the season.

Christmas at Disney World!

Between Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom, Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios, the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, and so much more, now is a great time to experience the holidays at Disney World. Let’s get into all the details!

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5 Game-Changing Disney Announcements for November

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Buckle up if you’re heading to Walt Disney World in November. From seasonal events to massive attraction changes, the month is set to be a game-changer for the “Most Magical Place on Earth.” Oh, and here’s the first thing you need to know — it’s Christmas in Disney World! Yes, we know you haven’t even bought your Thanksgiving turkey yet, but if you’re headed to Disney World, be prepared for red and green wreaths on Main Street, U.S.A. and the giant tree in your hotel lobby (at least by the middle of the month).

Christmas Decorations in Magic Kingdom

I’ve been covering Disney World for 7+ years, and I can remember few years with quite a much change as 2025. There have been construction announcements, permanent closures, and the transformation of classic rides — all of which will continue in November.

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AVOID This At All Costs When Booking Your Disney World Hotel!

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Booking a Disney World hotel can be complex. From choosing the right dates to visit to booking Lightning Lanes and dining reservations, there’s a lot to remember. Heck, I’ve been doing it for 30+ years, and I even need to double and triple check to make sure I’ve taken care of everything. And then there’s the question of discounts…

Monorail at the Contemporary Resort

See, while the lowest prices are almost always going to be at Disney World’s Value resorts while the Deluxe hotel stays will cost you the most (and Moderate resorts are in the middle), but Disney often has deals and discounts that can help you save. In fact, they have them so often that we’re telling you to NEVER book your hotel for full price.

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We’ve Got Some Bad News About Disney World’s New Monsters, Inc. Coaster

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Disney’s Hollywood Studios is a massive state of transition, headlined by a  BRAND NEW Monsters, Inc. that’s going to recreate Monstropolis in all its terrifying glory. However, something about the land has us terrified… and not in the way Mike and Sully would want us to be.

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The land is going to be headlined by a long-awaited suspended coaster ride based on the doors scene in the movie! We’ve only wanted that ride FOREVER, and it’s going to be the FIRST suspended coaster in Disney history, so we should be ecstatic!  However, the more we think about it, the more we’re worried about that ride. We’ll tell you why.

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CONFIRMED: Your runDisney Medal Can Get You a Discount on Food in Disney World!

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Did you run the Wine and Dine Half Marathon this weekend? If you did participate in this runDisney event and have a medal, you should show it off, right? Well, we bet you’re probably pretty hungry after all that running.

The Polite Pig

If you’re looking for a place to eat, we may have the spot JUST for you. So keep that medal around your neck and head on over to Disney Springs, where you can get a discount at The Polite Pig.

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The Boathouse, Paddlefish, and 7 MORE Restaurants CHANGED This Week in Disney World

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Okay, so the Halloween season is beginning to wind down in Disney World and will officially be over SOON. What does that mean? It means Disney World menus are changing. Goodbye, pumpkin. Hello, peppermint!

Pumpkin Cheesecake

So, while we’re already thinking ahead to all the wonderful holiday treats we’ll soon get to try, we’re keeping ourselves busy by eating some new foods at some old fave restaurants, indulging in a few more pumpkin treats, and starting to count down the days until we can eat ALL the food and drink ALL the drinks at Jollywood Nights. We’ve also been keeping an eye on Disney World restaurant menus, so let’s see what’s changed this week. Warning: Two popular Disney Springs restaurants, The BOATHOUSE and Paddlefish, have both removed and added new menu items this week (more on that in a bit). Let’s take a look!

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REVIEW: I Hate To Say It, but This Disney Springs Restaurant Just Let Me Down

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If you’re looking for some great food in Disney Springs, well, you have a LOT of choices…like a LOT. If you’re looking for good barbecue, though, look no further than The Polite Pig, which is the kind of restaurant where you can live out a lot of your carnivore dreams. However, you may be wondering about the Chef’s Specials there…are they worth ordering?

Seared Pork Loin Chop

Well, we visited The Polite Pig recently to check out this month’s Chef’s Special, and we’re here to give you our honest review. So let’s dive into some food!

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2026 Dates You Should Know If You’re a Disney World Fan

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UPDATED June 29, 2026

There’s nothing like planning a trip to Disney World, only to get there and realize that you – and thousands of other people – have picked the wrong time to visit.

Cinderella Castle

We’ve been there, staring down Main Street, U.S.A. while the hordes make their way to Cinderella Castle like something out of The Walking Dead, all because it’s a special holiday weekend, or there’s a runDisney event, or something else that’s brought people to the parks. Or maybe you just want to know when special events are happening in Disney World. Well, we’ve got you covered because we’re going to give you every single date you need to know for Disney World in 2026.

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“Why Ruin Another Ride?” — Disney Fans Question EPCOT’s Latest Move

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Disney’s been on a roll lately with announcing loads of ride changes and refurbishments on the way. While many Disney guests enjoy these announcements and look forward to the new updates, that sentiment isn’t shared by all. Hey, we get it! While we’re usually excited about something new, that doesn’t mean we aren’t sad about what we’re losing.

Soarin’ Around the World

One of Disney’s most recent announcements was that the current version of Soarin’ in both Disney World and Disneyland will be replaced with a new version of the ride called Soarin’ Across America. This new version will fly you over iconic sights all around the United States, instead of all over the world like the current edition does. While some fans are looking forward to this, we can’t ignore the fact that some others are bringing up a really good point — will this new version be as beloved as its predecessor?

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This Could Be a GAME-CHANGER for Liberty Tree Tavern in Disney World

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If you’ve ever dined at Liberty Tree Tavern in Magic Kingdom, you know it’s one of the coziest and most underrated restaurants in Disney World. But did you know it used to be a character meal? We’ve got a doozy of an idea that could transform this restaurant and we’re betting every Disney fan will jump on this train with us!

Liberty Tree Tavern

Tucked away in Liberty Square, this Colonial-style tavern serves up a family-style feast of roasted turkey, pot roast, stuffing, and mac and cheese. It’s basically a Thanksgiving dinner, 365 days a year — what more could you want? The warm wood tones, flickering lanterns, and Revolutionary-era décor make it the perfect escape from the Florida sun, and an ideal setting for a bit of nostalgic Disney to return.

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