Theme Park Scope

09/17/2026

Disney’s Hawaii Resort Has a New Discount, and Yes, It’s Worth Talking About

Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawaii just released a new winter discount worth up to 30% off, with an extra $150 resort credit if you book by September 30. Here's exactly how the offer breaks down and which version actually saves you more.

09/17/2026

Casey’s Corner Has a New Pianist, and Her Disney Story Might Be Better Than Yours

Casey's Corner has a new pianist at Magic Kingdom, and her Disney story stretches back 36 years, from Pleasure Island's Comedy Warehouse to the Grand Floridian. Here's her story, and why she says Tinker Bell inspires the way she plays.

09/17/2026

DuckTales World Showcase Adventure Will Return in a New Format

DuckTales World Showcase Adventure at EPCOT will return in a modified format after being sidelined by the Play Disney Parks app shutdown. Here's what's confirmed, and the interesting history behind this World Showcase tradition.

09/17/2026

EPCOT Teases The Wedge With New Cheese Decor at CommuniCore Hall

CommuniCore Hall has been dressed up in cheese-themed decor ahead of The Wedge, a brand-new all-cheese booth debuting September 18 at the EPCOT International Food & W**e Festival. Here's the full menu, plus the interactive exhibit sharing the space.

09/17/2026

New 'Bluey' Bag Charms Have Arrived at Disney World

New Bluey "Biscuits Plush" bag charms featuring Rusty and Bingo have arrived at World of Disney in Disney Springs. Here's what they look like, what they cost, and how they fit into Disney's bigger Bluey merchandise push.

09/17/2026

Disney Villains Mystery Headband Plush Have Arrived at Disney Springs

A new Disney Villains-themed "Create Your Own Headband" mystery plush line has arrived at World of Disney in Disney Springs, just in time for Halloween. Here's every confirmed character, including two secret ones nobody's identified yet.

09/17/2026

Reservations for Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby Are Open

Reservations for Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby, the adult-oriented lounge experience during Disney Jollywood Nights, are open starting today. Here's the full menu, pricing details, and what you need to know before booking.

09/17/2026

🎹✨ NEW: Meet Carol, the newest pianist at Casey’s Corner!

After 36 years as a Walt Disney World Cast Member, Carol is bringing her ragtime classics to Main Street, U.S.A. at Magic Kingdom! 🏰🎶

She’s been playing piano since she was 4 and started her Disney career in 1990 at Pleasure Island’s Comedy Warehouse. Since then, she’s performed at EPCOT festivals, Rose & Crown Pub, Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue, and her favorite venue, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. ❤️

Her favorite character? Tinker Bell! 🧚‍♀️
Favorite composer? Alan Menken! 🎼

Will you stop by Casey’s Corner to hear Carol play? 🎹



DisneyParks

09/17/2026

First Look: The New Sorcerer Mickey Collection at Vera Bradley, Disney Springs

Vera Bradley's Disney Springs store is debuting an exclusive Sorcerer Mickey collection, available in-store only through September 24 before it moves online. Here's a first look at every piece, plus how to check inventory before it's gone.

09/17/2026

Hurly-Burly Construction Update: New Sign, Awnings, and Light Fixtures

Hurly-Burly's marquee sign is officially up at Disney's BoardWalk Inn, along with new red-and-gold awnings and shell-shaped light fixtures. Here's a closer look at the construction progress ahead of its October 1 opening.