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Daily Mail
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Disney World announces major change to reservation system after plans for fifth park were revealed
Annual Disney World passholders are set for a major change to the reservation system, which will limit access to the Magic Kingdom. The famous Orlando theme park has begun sending out warnings regarding upcoming restrictions for its most dedicated guests, starting July 20. Previously, Annual Passholders were allowed to visit the parks without having a reservation on a good-to-go day or on any day after 2 pm. But starting July 20, they will need a valid reservation if they want to visit the Magic Kingdom at any time. The changes have reportedly been made due to the high demand of the new Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away parade, which debuts on July 20. As per Inside The Magic, notifications have been added to the Walt Disney World Resort website as well as the My Disney Experience app, reminding passholders that they'll soon need to make a theme park reservation if they want to enter the Magic Kingdom. Guests will still be able to visit Animal Kingdom, EPCOT, and Hollywood Studios after 2 pm without making a reservation. The website reads: 'For dates starting July 20th, for a limited time, Annual Passholders will need to make park pass reservations for Magic Kingdom no matter the day of the week OR the time of day.' As per the Disney World website, prices range from $469 to $1,549 per year for annual passes, depending on the package. The Disney Pixie Dust Pass, Disney Pirate Pass, and Disney Sorcerer Pass are only available to Florida residents, while the most expensive option, the Disney Incredi-Pass, is available to anyone. The tier of membership chosen affects how many park reservation they can make per visit and what blockout dates (pass type is not valid for park admission) affect them. In April, Walt Disney World released its 2026 tickets, any eagle-eyed observers noticed the costs have increased. Prices for one-day tickets to Disney World in Florida have increased by roughly $10 for January to October 2026, depending on which package visitors choose. For example, the maximum price for a one-day ticket to Disney's Animal Kingdom rose from $169 in 2025 to $179 in 2026. Similarly a one-day visit to EPCOT will soon cost $194, up from $184 for tickets for January to October this year. Disney's Hollywood Studios currently costs up to $184 but will rise to $199 next year - the highest increase of any ticket so far. A one-day ticket to Magic Kingdom remained constant at $199. Earlier this year, Disney fans could hardly contain their excitement after a new Comprehensive Plan 2045 from the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District showed potential plans for Disney to build a fifth sprawling theme park. The plans detailed a reserved development capacity for another 'major theme park' and two 'minor theme parks' that could be built over the next few decades. The expansion at the Orlando resort could be expansive - mirroring the scale of other popular parks such as Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom. The documents allotted 400 to 500 acres for the new park which would be Disney's first all-new gate in over 25 years. It is thought that the two smaller parks will be water parks, spanning an estimated 147 acres each. Disney fans have been eager for a new park since the last grand opening was Animal Kingdom way back in 1998. Walt Disney World has not officially confirmed a fifth Florida theme park - but has reached out for comment.
The Sun
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Closed Disney attraction to reopen after year-long overhaul with advanced cameras, sensors & new soundtrack
A FAN-favourite attraction is roaring back to Disney World – and theme park bosses promise it will be better than ever. After a long-anticipated wait, Test Track by General Motors will reopen in Walt Disney World's EPCOT theme park in Bay Park, Florida, on July 22 this year. 1 Updates to the popular attraction, which has been closed for more than a year, include a new musical score and scenes that use advanced cameras and sensors to 'see' the world through the eyes of a vehicle. The ride has always been known for celebrating new and future automotive technology. To ensure the authenticity of one scene, Disney engineers used more than 29,000 points of light. Disney bosses say it's also a reminder of the importance of road trips. The attraction, which originally opened in 1998, closed on June 17 last year for refurbishment. Test Track soft-opened to the public, as Test Track 1.0, on December 19, 1998. I went on my first Disney cruise with classy champagne bars, watercoasters and West End-style shows This came after a long delay due to problems revealed during testing and to changes in design. It officially opened on March 17, 1999, replacing the World of Motion ride, which closed three years earlier in 1996 Finishing touches are in place to get the attraction road ready. Special previews will be announced in the coming weeks for selected guests. These will include Annual Passholders, Disney Vacation Club Members, Golden Oak residents and Club 33 Members. Guests will have the opportunity to 'test' the attraction before its official opening date next month.
Thrill Geek
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Thrill Geek
Disney World Announces 2025 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Dates
Start planning your costumes and candy bags — the 2025 Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is just around the corner! This beloved event at Magic Kingdom will return for another season of frightful fun, running from August 15 through October 31, 2025. Keep in mind, the party takes place only on select nights, typically on weekends or special weekday evenings. Make sure to check the official event calendar to pick the perfect night for your magical Halloween adventure. Here's the full list of 2025 event dates: August: 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 29 September: 2, 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, 16, 19, 21, 23, 25, 26, 28, 30 October: 2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 10, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19, 23, 24, 26, 28, 30, 31 Ticket prices for Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party will vary depending on the event date. Early access to ticket sales begins May 15 for guests staying at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green. D23 Members will have the opportunity to purchase tickets through a special link found HERE on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at noon ET / 9 a.m. PT. Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom Ticket prices for Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party range from $119 to $229 per guest, plus tax, with pricing depending on the event date. Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members can enjoy a $10 discount on tickets for select nights in August and September. For all other guests, tickets will go on sale starting May 22. Keep in mind — these popular party nights often sell out quickly, so it's highly recommended to plan ahead and secure your tickets early for your preferred date. Good news for Disney fans: special ticket discounts are available once again for Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members. You can purchase your tickets online at or by calling the Disney Reservation Center at 407-934-7639. Guests with a Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party ticket can enter Magic Kingdom as early as 4:00 PM, even though the party officially kicks off at 7:00 PM. That gives you up to eight hours of Halloween fun to explore special entertainment, trick-or-treating, and all the magical surprises waiting around every corner! In 2025, the beloved Mickey's Boo-to-You Parade will step off at 8:15 PM, giving families, especially those with young children, plenty of time to soak up all the spooky fun together. Clint Gamache is the owner of ThrillGeek. He started ThrillGeek to share his love of theme/amusement parks and pop culture with the world. You can find him at Halloween Horror Nights. Also, be sure to follow him on Twitter/X, Instagram @iamcg83
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Want to see Epic Universe before it opens? Universal expands previews for general public
Universal Orlando's new theme park doesn't open until next month; however, you might be able to get a sneak peek before then. And no, you don't have to be a hotel guest or annual pass holder. Epic Universe has expanded its park previews to include the general public, allowing anyone to explore the theme park before its May opening date. Here's what to know about the previews and how long they will run. Epic Universe officially opens to the public on Thursday, May 22, 2025, ahead of Memorial Day weekend. It will be at Universal's new south campus, about 15 minutes down the road from Universal Orlando's Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios and Universal Orlando's CityWalk dining, retail and entertainment complex. Yes, Universal is currently offering park previews to guests through Monday, May 19. Originally, Universal Orlando announced that it has extended paid previews of Epic Universe for only on-site hotel guests, Annual Passholders and other select guests. As of April 29, the previews are now open to the general public. They note that capacity is limited and not guaranteed. Tickets are on a first-come, first-served basis. Ticket prices vary by guest type. Annual pass holders and Military Freedom Passholders are eligible for special rates. For additional details, head to the resort's website. Yes, you can. Universal Orlando's website says pass holders and Military Freedom Passhholders change the date of their tickets via phone by calling (866) PASS-4-FUN (7277-4-386) or in-person at the front gate, Guest Services or Universal Vacation Planning Center desks. It's important to note that not all attractions and experiences may be available during the preview. Like the Team Member previews that preceded it, this is a technical rehearsal period that allows the park to fine-tune operations ahead of its grand opening. Express Passes for Epic Universe's preview period will be available for purchase at the resort's Concierge/Guest Services kiosks inside the park. The website notes the Universal Express Pass is subject to availability and does not guarantee admission and separate theme park admission is required. This story has been updated with new information. Contributing: Eve Chen, USA TODAY This article originally appeared on Florida Today: Epic Universe open to public for previews. See dates, ticket prices
