food IS a theme park
There are so many fun and unique snacks to grab at Disney World, especially at Disney Springs.
Disney Springs
A brand new snack has just arrived at Sunshine Churros, so we went to review it to see if it was worth a stop on your Disney Springs day!
Disney World is in a period of transition, including construction on new lands, refurbishments of old favorites, and some new dining hotspots!
Fruity Pebbles Classic Shake
Over the past year, Disney has opened some majorly popular spots, including GEO-82 (the Spaceship Earth-themed lounge at EPCOT), The Beak and Barrel (the Pirates of the Caribbean-themed bar at the Magic Kingdom), and The Perch (the gilded Victorian-themed lobby bar at the Grand Floridian).
Each of these new lounges opened to positive reviews and heavy demand, and still draw big crowds (though reservations for GEO-82 and Beak and Barrel are slightly easier to come by). Now, a new crop of spots have opened at Disney World, with several more on the way.
If it seems like everything is changing in Disney World in 2026, well, it is! Sure, Disney World parks are getting all kinds of new things in 2026. Disney’s Hollywood Studios is getting a newly reimagined area and a Muppets ride, while Magic Kingdom is getting an updated Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin.
Disney Springs
Well, Disney Springs doesn’t want to be left out in the cold, so you’ll be seeing some NEW things there, too, this year. So let’s talk about everything new coming to Disney Springs in 2026.
It’s waffle time in Disney Springs! A few days ago, we noticed Marketplace Snacks had unexpectedly closed, but it has now officially reopened — and it has THREE brand-new snacks. Of course, we had to make a stop by to check them out!
Marketplace Snacks
Marketplace Snacks is known for its bubble waffle creations, loaded with sweet toppings and inspired by iconic Disney characters. If you were looking for a sugar rush in Disney World, Marketplace Snacks was the place to be. Well, now that Marketplace Snacks has reopened, it is bringing savory options into the equation, and we are SO excited to give them a try. Now you can have a bubble waffle as a meal AND dessert!
We spotted something NEW at Disney Springs — and it could be hinting that a big announcement might be coming soon! We have been keeping an eye on the storefront that used to house The Art of Shaving store in Disney Springs. The store permanently closed on January 2nd, 2024, and we have been keeping an eye out for a replacement.
Gideon’s Bakehouse
Well, something is finally happening!! The storefront just got some new art installed in the windows, and we are seeing some similarities in the new window art. You can find the storefront in the Landing, near STK, OluKai, and The Ganachery. We already had some hints about what might be coming to this space, but we think this is further confirmation.
The My Disney Experience app just got an update — and it is going to be a game-changer for anyone with a Disney Visa card! Have you ever been at Disney World trying to hunt down the list of discounts your card gets? Or maybe you were trying to find the details of the exclusive Disney Character Experience?
Disney Visa Card
Well, it just got SO much easier to see all of the perks of the Disney Visa card! There has been a new update to the My Disney Experience app, and we are loving how easy it is to see all the perks now. Let’s take a look at how you can access the new portal and what it looks like!
One of Walt Disney World’s most iconic Holiday events is almost here, and with it comes a veritable smorgasbord of delectable new Holiday treats.
Spaceship Earth at Christmastime
Kicking off on November 28th — the day after Thanksgiving — EPCOT’s annual International Festival of the Holidays features seasonal flavors from around the world, including several options debuting in 2025.
Something NEW is arriving at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in just ONE week! Recently, it has felt like closure after closure at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. There have been many closures to prepare for the new land, Pueblo Esperanza, a Tropical Americas-themed land coming to Animal Kingdom in 2027. Additionally, Kali River Rapids and Harambe Market are both temporarily closed for refurbishment.
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This time around, though, something is OPENING! It is not technically a new location, but it is a brand-new show at a previously inhabited location. Zootopia: Better Zoogether! opens in just a week, on November 7th, 2025, and we can’t wait. This new show is taking the place of It’s Tough to Be a Bug, with a fresh new look and a whole new story. Whether you are a fan of Zootopia or are just looking for somewhere to sit for a bit, we are happy to welcome this new addition to Animal Kingdom. Plus, a NEW meet and greet is arriving in Animal Kingdom! A new show AND a new meet and greet — that is two major upgrades for Animal Kingdom.
A NEW Owala collection has just arrived on Amazon, and we knew we had to share it with you! We have talked about our Owala on the blog a lot, but for good reason! Not only can you get these water bottles in a huge assortment of colors, but we also LOVE bringing them to Disney World.
The Rapunzel Owala
We have tested all kinds of reusable water bottles, and we consistently rank Owala water bottles at the top of our lists. The bottles are sturdy, well-insulated, and easy to clean. We highly recommend the water bottle for your Disney World trip, or even just as an everyday water bottle. While you can probably find just about any color you might want, TWO new colors just debuted on Amazon — and you need to see them.
Something NEW has arrived in Disney’s Hollywood Studios!
Christmas Trees have arrived in Hollywood Studios!
The first Christmas decorations have arrived in the park, and we are starting to feel the Christmas spirit. We know what you might be thinking: but it is only October! Although it may seem early, Disney’s quick turnaround from Halloween to Christmas often leads to decorations being put up early, helping to alleviate some of the pressure during the transition.
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