food IS a theme park
The new year is bringing tons of changes to Disney World — including some of its perks!
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We LOVE a good Disney World perk, and Disney World gave us a really useful hotel perk in 2025 that allows any guest staying at a Disney World resort hotel FREE ENTRY into one of Disney’s two water parks. While the perk was available year-round in 2025, that’s about to change beginning next week.
Although things are usually pretty quiet in Disney World, at least when it comes to food and drinks, this week has seen a few updates that we’ve already checked out. First, a brand new snack stand opened on Disney’s BoardWalk (and yes, we tried out some snacks). Then, Garden House reopened in the Japan Pavilion in EPCOT. We also got to try some new menu items over at Martha’s Vineyard at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts.
Charcuterie and Artisanal Cheese Plate at Martha’s Vineyard
In the meantime, though, we also spotted some other changes on Disney World restaurant menus (so much for quiet, huh?). So we’re sharing those changes with you, so you don’t get caught by surprise during your next visit.
Don’t head out to your first stay at a Disney World hotel in 2026 without knowing about these changes!
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It’s really looking like 2026 will be a massive year for Disney World. Expansion projects are hitting the ground running, and Disney is delivering some big-time perks to its guests. Speaking of which, Disney World has already announced two significant changes regarding already-established hotel perks.
It might be winter, but you can still have a good Disney water park day in Florida (although it has been a little chillier lately)!
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Blizzard Beach has been closed for refurbishment for some time, but Disney has announced that it will reopen at Disney World soon. Of course, one comes in, and the other goes out. With Blizzard Beach reopening, Typhoon Lagoon will be closing — and we know when that is!
It might be a little cooler in Florida during the holiday season right now, but you can’t deny a good day at a Disney water park!
Blizzard Beach
Blizzard Beach has been closed for refurbishment for a while, but it looks like we won’t have to wait too long to catch some waves at the water park again. Disney just announced the date when Blizzard Beach will reopen at Disney World.
Disney World is changing BIG TIME! 3 of the 4 theme parks are undergoing major changes, the hotels are expanding, and the water parks are bringing back their seasonal pass!
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If you’re someone who loves to splash, play, and snack, these new passes might just be for you. Still not sold? Let’s break down the 2 NEW perks that come along with the new pass!
Everyone, get ready for even MORE Disney changes! The theme parks are growing, the hotels are changing, and now, the water parks are getting in on the fun.
Blizzard Beach
In 2026, it’s time to grab our goggles, dive in, and have some fun in the sun at Disney’s water parks. Let’s dive into how you can go back to the slides again and again.
If your Disney vacation plans involved water slides and lazy rivers, we’ve got news — and you might be grabbing for a sweatshirt instead of a swimsuit.
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There’s nothing better than escaping the chilly temps back home and heading to Disney World for some holiday magic filled with sunshine, palm trees, and festive fun. But even the “Most Magical Place on Earth” isn’t completely immune to a winter cold snap. With cooler weather rolling into Central Florida this week, you may need to adjust your plans a bit, because the drop in temperature is bringing some unexpected changes to Disney World’s park schedule.
Well, December is here, and before you know it, we’ll be celebrating Christmas and New Year’s Eve in Disney World (and, honestly, is there any better place to celebrate it?). We’ve been really enjoying the holiday season, too, including all the food at the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays (cookies for DAYS, y’all).
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However, that’s not all that’s going on with Disney World food. Restaurant menus have changed again this week, and we’re going through all those changes so you don’t have any surprises if you’re visiting Disney World soon. So let’s get on with the updates!
Brrr! If you’re in Florida right now, you might be feeling the cold weather blowing in. While anyone from a colder state with real snow might be saying, “It’s not that cold,” for us Floridians, we’re pulling out the winter jackets and knit caps.
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While a lot of activities in Disney World can be canceled for weather, we’re usually talking about storms! The lightning, rain, and wind can cancel fireworks, parades, and shut down your favorite outdoor attractions, but did you know the cold weather can shut down activities, too?
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