Walt Disney World is our home turf, and The Main Street Mouse has been covering it every day since 2012. This is your home base for the latest Walt Disney World news, park updates, new food and merchandise, resort openings, seasonal events, and the planning tips that help you make the most of every trip.
Walt Disney World opened on October 1, 1971. Today the resort near Orlando, Florida, is home to four theme parks, two water parks, Disney Springs, and dozens of resort hotels. Use the sections below to jump to the park or topic you care about most, and check back often. This page updates as news breaks.
Latest Walt Disney World News
- It’s a Girl! A Baby Zebra Is Now Exploring the Savanna at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge November 6, 2026
- Going for Gold: Two Churro-lympics Winners Are Now Serving at Disney’s Animal Kingdom November 6, 2026
- A Holiday Wish Comes True: Jack Skellington and Sally Help a Make-A-Wish Kid Bring Christmas to Magic Kingdom November 6, 2026
- Enzo’s Hideaway Bootlegger’s Dinner Returns to Disney Springs With WhistlePig Whiskeys November 6, 2026
- Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2026 Freebies: Free Ornament, Cookie Locations and Photo Ops November 5, 2026
- Typhoon Lagoon Reopens January 27, 2027, as Blizzard Beach Temporarily Closes November 5, 2026
- Disney Resort Deals for 2027: Save Up to 35% at Walt Disney World and Up to 30% at Disneyland November 5, 2026
- DVC Hoop Dee Holidays Returns to Fort Wilderness: Dates, Prices and How to Book November 4, 2026
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Walt Disney World Theme Parks
Magic Kingdom
Cinderella Castle, Main Street, U.S.A., and timeless classics like Haunted Mansion and Pirates of the Caribbean. Our Magic Kingdom guide covers attraction updates, new dining, parades, fireworks, and special events.
EPCOT
Spaceship Earth, the eleven pavilions of World Showcase, and festivals almost all year long, from the Festival of the Arts and Flower and Garden to Food and Wine and the Festival of the Holidays.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Toy Story Land, The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, and the latest shows and attractions bringing the movies to life.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Pandora, The World of Avatar, Kilimanjaro Safaris, Expedition Everest, and the Tree of Life, plus news about the animals and conservation work that make this park so special.
Disney Springs
Disney Springs is Walt Disney World’s dining, shopping, and entertainment district, and it is free to visit with no park ticket needed. Here is the latest from Disney Springs.
- Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar Holiday Menu 2026: Holiday Freight Rolls, a Hot Chocolate Flight and More November 2, 2026
- Marching Straight Out Of The Parade And Onto Your Shelf: Toy Soldier Nutcrackers At Disney! October 31, 2026
- Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll 2026: Every Tree, Dates and the New Bluey and Monsters, Inc. Trees October 30, 2026
- New Christmas Merchandise Arrives at World of Disney in Disney Springs October 30, 2026
- Six Ravens Unveils Its Very First Limited Edition Coffyn for Halloween at Disney Springs October 29, 2026
Walt Disney World Resorts and Hotels
From the Grand Floridian to the newest Disney Vacation Club properties, here is what is new at the Walt Disney World resort hotels.
- Celebrate Fall at Walt Disney World’s Swan and Dolphin October 8, 2026
- Holiday Sleigh Rides Return to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort for 2026 October 8, 2026
- Disney World Holiday Deals 2026: Every Room Discount for Your Christmas Trip October 6, 2026
- First Look at Branch & Brush and the Grand Lobby at Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge October 2, 2026
- Review – The New Hurly-Burly on Disney’s Boardwalk! September 26, 2026
Walt Disney World Dining and Food
New menus, seasonal treats, restaurant openings, and the snacks everyone is talking about.
- Going for Gold: Two Churro-lympics Winners Are Now Serving at Disney’s Animal Kingdom November 6, 2026
- Enzo’s Hideaway Bootlegger’s Dinner Returns to Disney Springs With WhistlePig Whiskeys November 6, 2026
- Disney World’s 2026 Holiday Popcorn Buckets Revealed: Toy Story Gingerbread House, Holiday Train and More November 4, 2026
- Festive Sips and Holiday Fun Around Disney Springs & Beyond November 3, 2026
- Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar Holiday Menu 2026: Holiday Freight Rolls, a Hot Chocolate Flight and More November 2, 2026
Events and Seasonal Celebrations
Walt Disney World celebrates something almost every month. Here is what is happening now and what is coming next.
- A Holiday Wish Comes True: Jack Skellington and Sally Help a Make-A-Wish Kid Bring Christmas to Magic Kingdom November 6, 2026
- Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2026 Freebies: Free Ornament, Cookie Locations and Photo Ops November 5, 2026
- DVC Hoop Dee Holidays Returns to Fort Wilderness: Dates, Prices and How to Book November 4, 2026
- What’s New at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2026: A Stitchmas! Dance Party and a New Home for Pooh November 4, 2026
- Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Gets Its First Holiday Overlay at Hollywood Studios November 4, 2026
- Disney World’s 2026 Holiday Popcorn Buckets Revealed: Toy Story Gingerbread House, Holiday Train and More November 4, 2026
- Disney Jollywood Nights 2026: Everything to Know Before the Party Starts Saturday November 3, 2026
- Festive Sips and Holiday Fun Around Disney Springs & Beyond November 3, 2026
🎄 Planning a holiday trip? See our Christmas at Walt Disney World 2026: Complete Holiday Guide
Walt Disney World Planning Tips
Practical advice from our team to help you save money, skip the stress, and get more magic out of every day.
- Michele’s Top Ten Tips for Walt Disney World
- Disney World 2027 Ticket Prices: Peak Prices, Annual Passes and More
- Your Complete Guide to Disney PhotoPass at Walt Disney World
- Money Saving Tips for a Disney Park Day
- Disney World Holiday Deals 2026: Every Room Discount for Your Christmas Trip
- Disney After Hours 2027: Full Date List and Tips
- Walt Disney World Is Upgrading the Way You Plan Your Vacation
Plan Your Walt Disney World Vacation
Ready to book? Our trusted travel partner, MEI Travel and Mouse Fan Travel, can help you plan every detail of your Walt Disney World trip, from tickets and resorts to dining reservations. Need a ride or a stroller? See our trusted partners The Genie Transportation Services and Kingdom Strollers.
Walt Disney World FAQ
Where is Walt Disney World?
Walt Disney World is in central Florida, just southwest of Orlando, in the cities of Lake Buena Vista and Bay Lake.
How many parks are at Walt Disney World?
Walt Disney World has four theme parks: Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. It also has two water parks, Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon and Disney’s Blizzard Beach.
Do you need a ticket to visit Disney Springs?
No. Disney Springs is free to enter and has no admission ticket. You only pay for the shopping, dining, and entertainment you choose.
When did Walt Disney World open?
Walt Disney World opened on October 1, 1971, with Magic Kingdom as its first theme park.
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