Here's your weekly recap of everything that happened at Walt Disney World — 25 stories from across the parks, resorts, and attractions.
Monday, April 20th, 2026
Disney World New Jewellery Collection: Rebecca Hook & Girls Crew Pieces Now Available
Discover the new Disney World jewellery collection featuring Rebecca Hook designer pieces and Girls Crew accessories, now available at Magic Kingdom and Disney Springs.
Disney's Wilderness Lodge Refurbishment 2026: Dock Closed and Boat Transport Suspended
Disney's Wilderness Lodge dock closes for refurbishment with boat transport suspended through May 2026 as renovation work continues.
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Disney World solar power reaches 100 percent daytime coverage on sunny days
Disney World solar power 100 percent daytime coverage achieved on sunny days through four solar projects.
Disney's Polynesian Resort Construction Updates: Major Refurbishment Work Continues Across Multiple Buildings
Disney's Polynesian Resort construction continues across multiple buildings including the Great Ceremonial House and Tonga Longhouse.
Free Disney dining plan UK Ireland 2027 packages now available to book
UK and Ireland guests can secure free Disney dining plan UK Ireland 2027 packages by booking before 4 November 2026.
EPCOT Food Wine Festival 2026 permits filed for new signage installation
Disney files permits for EPCOT Food Wine Festival 2026 signage near Spaceship Earth.
EPCOT bus merchandise display arrives at Disney Traders gift shop
New bus-shaped fixture showcasing pins and passports pays tribute to vintage World Showcase transport.
EPCOT closing early July 1 2026 at 5:30 p.m. instead of 9 p.m.
EPCOT closing early July 1 2026 at 5:30 p.m. instead of 9 p.m., cutting the park day by 3.5 hours.
Sir Mickey's wall separates Fairy Godmother meet area from Magic Kingdom shop
Permanent wall at Sir Mickey's creates Fairy Godmother meet area in Magic Kingdom shop
Friday, April 24th, 2026
Walt Disney World 2026 merchandise discounted across resort shops
Walt Disney World 2026 merchandise discounted throughout resort shops, including baseball caps, drawstring bags and ornaments.
Earth Day 2026 Animal Kingdom meet and greets cancelled completely
Earth Day 2026 Animal Kingdom meet and greets cancelled completely, ending years of special character appearances.
Living With the Land ambience video released by Disney Parks on YouTube
Disney Parks releases hour-long Living With the Land ambience video on YouTube featuring greenhouse footage.
Brooks runDisney shoes 2026: New Genie and Winnie the Pooh designs now available
Brooks Running releases new Genie and Winnie the Pooh Brooks runDisney shoes 2026 designs for Springtime Surprise Weekend.
Disney mouseware kitchenware online: New monorail corn holders and Mickey bowls available
New Disney kitchenware including monorail corn holders and Mickey bowls now available online.
Disney World May 4th Virtual Queue Required for Star Wars Merchandise at Two Locations
Virtual queues required for Star Wars Day merchandise at Hollywood Studios and Disney Springs on 4 May 2026.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Piston Peak wall construction begins at Magic Kingdom
Steel supports for a permanent wall separating Big Thunder Mountain from Piston Peak have been installed at Magic Kingdom.
Rock 'n' Roller Coaster archway painted grey at Disney's Hollywood Studios
Rock 'n' Roller Coaster archway painted grey from beige at Hollywood Studios ahead of Muppets retheme.
PizzeRizzo Monstropolis transformation advances with new facade arches at Hollywood Studios
Five new arches installed on former PizzeRizzo facade as Monstropolis transformation continues at Hollywood Studios.
Devil Wears Prada 2 AMC Disney Springs promotional signage installed ahead of May 2026 release
Promotional signage for The Devil Wears Prada 2 now decorates AMC Disney Springs ahead of May 2026 release.
Sunday, April 26th, 2026
Disney's Wilderness Lodge construction begins on security kiosk and boat dock
Construction begins at Disney's Wilderness Lodge on security kiosk and boat dock areas.
Walt Disney Studios billboard returns to Hollywood Studios theatre
Vintage Walt Disney Studios billboard takes shape on Hollywood Studios theatre as Animation Courtyard work continues.
Disney World Urban Forester Gary marks 40 years caring for resort's trees
Cast member Gary celebrates 40 years as Disney World Urban Forester, leading tree care across the resort.
Star Wars podracing merchandise arrives at Disney parks after online release cancelled
New Star Wars podracing merchandise Disney parks collection launches exclusively in-person after online release cancelled.
Florida laws Disney World visitors should know before driving to the parks in 2025
Florida laws on open containers, texting whilst driving and licence plates affect Disney World visitors from 2025.
Walt Disney World four parks icon t-shirt launches at World of Disney in four colourways
New t-shirts featuring all four Walt Disney World theme park icons launch at World of Disney in four colours.
That's the week in review at Walt Disney World. Check back next week for another roundup, or browse our daily coverage for the latest updates.
