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REVIEW: Disney Brought Back Dunkaroos for $10, and Now We’re Questioning Everything

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If you’ve visited Magic Kingdom this summer, you’ve probably seen all the construction happening around the park. In Fantasyland‘s Storybook Circus, popular souvenir store Big Top Souvenirs has been closed since February, and it reopened TODAY!

Big Top Souvenirs

We love going to Big Top Souvenirs for Big Top Treats, its built-in bakery case with a massive selection that rivals Main Street Confectionery and a shorter wait. But now that Big Top Treats has a brand-new menu, we’re trying everything to find out what’s worth your time and money!

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This Magic Kingdom Restaurant Will Look Totally Different Next Month

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The Diamond Horseshoe at Magic Kingdom has undergone a major change this year by transitioning from a table-service restaurant to theater show Jessie’s Roundup for Cool KIDS’ SUMMER.

The Diamond Horseshoe

But believe it or not, The Diamond Horseshoe is changing AGAIN. Disney announced that the Diamond Horseshoe will become a cowboy-themed lounge for a limited time this fall!

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Fireworks CHANGES Announced for Magic Kingdom in October

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When you’re visiting Magic Kingdom, there’s just so much to see and do. Now, of course, you’ll want to ride ALL the rides, especially all those classic rides. But you’ll also want to make time for the entertainment, including the Festival of Fantasy parade and Disney Starlight.

Happily Ever After

But one of the most ICONIC shows you can see in Magic Kingdom happens just before the park closes. We’re talking about the nightly Happily Ever After fireworks show, which will make you laugh, cry, and feel nothing but joy (EVERY time, y’all). Well, if you’re visiting Disney World soon, we’ve got a big fireworks update to share with you.

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Former Cast Member Reveals 6 Things That Most Disney World Visitors Miss

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Disney World has a funny way of hiding little surprises in plain sight, but as a former Cast Member, I’m not going to gatekeep them from you!

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After years spent behind the scenes (and even more years visiting as a regular guest), I’ve picked up on a handful of things that most visitors simply never notice. From a sneaky new mobile ordering restriction to a ride queue absolutely PACKED with Muppet history to the sneakiest spots for free fireworks viewing, here are seven things flying completely under the radar right now.

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GOOD NEWS! This Magic Kingdom Snack Spot Reopens TOMORROW With a New Menu

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If you’ve visited Magic Kingdom recently, you’ve probably seen all the construction happening around the park. Right now, a big Cars expansion is going in where Rivers of America used to be, while Villains Land is being built behind Big Thunder Mountain Railroad.

Big Top Souvenirs

Over in Storybook Circus, a popular souvenir store, Big Top Souvenirs, has been closed since February. We’ve been following construction progress at the site, but now Disney has surprised us with some big news: Big Top Souvenirs will reopen tomorrow!

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The Disney World Mistake You’ll Make in September

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September can be a really fun time to visit Walt Disney World.

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2026

Halloween decorations are out, crowds are usually (comparatively) light in the lull between the end of summer and the start of the full Halloween/Thanksgiving/Christmas Holiday rush, and special events like EPCOT’s International Food & Wine Festival and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom. However, it’s that latter event that could lead to a big mistake.

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2 Disney World Rides Will Be Closed for Refurbishment in September

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We’re nearing the end of summer, which means there will be fewer crowds and more refurbishments coming to Disney World.

Carousel of Progress Refurbishment

But don’t worry, we’re not fully in that territory yet! Only TWO attractions will be closed for refurbishment in September, and one of them isn’t even in the traditional theme parks!

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6 Brutal Mistakes I Already Saw at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

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Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party has officially kicked off in Disney World and, of course, we were there on opening night reviewing all of the new snacks, meeting exclusive characters, experiencing attraction overlays, and trick-or-treating!

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Treat Bag

There are A LOT of things to do and remember at this special-ticketed event, so it’s common to make a mistake or two. While we were there on opening night, we saw some brutal mistakes, and we’re here to tell you about them, so you don’t make them, too.

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Disney Just Dropped 4 Announcements for Villains Land

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We are still pinching ourselves after the Disney Experiences Showcase at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, because, well, did that really happen? Did we finally get some new details about all these lands and rides and THE YETI GETTING FIXED and DREAMFINDER RETURNING? Yes, our minds are still blown.

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During that presentation, though, Disney also dropped a TON of new details about the upcoming Villains Land in Magic Kingdom, and well, in case you didn’t have a chance to keep up with it all (because there was a LOT of information coming at us FAST), we’re going to list the Villains Land announcements you need to know.

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NEWS! Close-Up Look at the NEW Villains Land Coaster

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D23 is over, which means it’s time to sit back and really take in all of the announcements that came flying at us over the weekend.

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Between movie news, park updates, and so much more, D23 really gave us a lot of news this year. And one of the most exciting announcements of the entire weekend was the updates we got on Villains Land coming to Magic Kingdom. [Read more…]

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