Pixie Dust Blog

Happy December, friends! 🎄✨ Disney Christmas-time has officially arrived — and opening weekend brought everything from packed Festival of the Holidays crowds at EPCOT to sold-out Between weather-impacted holiday parties, a major attraction closure announcement, and some very festive (and very unexpected) surprises around the parks, this week brought a mix of important planning updates and holiday-season curveballs at Walt Disney World. Let's dive in.

Lightning Lane Premier Pass is Disney’s highest-tier skip-the-line option at Walt Disney World. Unlike Lightning Lane Multi Pass or Single Pass, Premier Pass allows you to access every eligible Lightning Lane attraction in one park, one time each, let's dive in.

If your holiday trip stretches through New Year’s Eve, Walt Disney World pulls out all the stops to send the year off with a bang. 🎉 From double fireworks nights at Magic Kingdom to a midnight countdown around World Showcase at EPCOT, December 31 is one of the most electric—and busiest—nights of the year in the parks. The good news? With a little planning, you can still have an unforgettable night without letting the crowds steal the magic. Let's dive in.

Friends… we have been WAITING for this update. 👀✨ Between the three of us, we’ve refreshed Disney Parks Blog more times than we care to admit as we tracked rumors, tease photos, and not-so-subtle hints about when all these long-promised ride updates and new experiences would finally arrive. And today? We finally got real answers. Let's dive in!

Planning a Walt Disney World trip for 2026? You picked an exciting year. Between brand-new attractions, reimagined classics, kid-focused entertainment, major festival seasons, and returning holiday parties, next year isn’t just about what’s new — it’s about when it makes the most sense for you to go. Let's dive in.

Merry Menagerie isn’t a scheduled show or traditional character meet-and-greet. It’s something far more organic. Disney performers guide life-size, hand-crafted animal puppets as they roam freely through Discovery Island near the Tree of Life. Let's dive in.

Zootopia: Better Zoogether officially opens November 7, 2025 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. But ahead of opening day, Disney is using a Virtual Queue to manage Annual Passholder Preview demand on November 5–6.

It’s been a massive week for Disney Parks news! From a magical makeover coming to Frozen Ever After at EPCOT, to the long-rumored Muppets-themed coaster officially taking over Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster — plus fresh updates on 2026 pricing, Annual Pass increases, and vacation offers — there’s a lot to unpack. Here’s what’s new (and what it means for your next Disney World trip). Let's dive in.

Over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Bakso the Sumatran tiger just turned one year old! Born in September 2024 to parents Sohni and Conrad, Bakso made his public debut on the Maharajah Jungle Trek with his mom earlier this year and quickly became a fan favorite. Let's dive in.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom lost one of its most beloved residents this week. Gino, the western lowland silverback gorilla who had called the park home since opening day in 1998, passed away at the age of 44.

Disney finally put a date on it. DINOSAUR—along with Restaurantosaurus, The Dino Institute Shop, and Restaurantosaurus Lounge—will take their final bows on Sunday, February 1, 2026, with closures beginning Monday, February 2, 2026. If you’ve been meaning to “go fast and get that dino,” the countdown just turned real. Let's dive in.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom welcomes Zootopia to the Tree of Life Theater this fall! Guests will join the Zoogether Day watch party with Carrot Vision glasses and meet Benjamin Clawhauser as a brand-new Audio-Animatronics figure in his sparkly Gazelle tee.

Are you a foodie… or someone who just loves extra-special meals? 🍷 Whether you’re celebrating something big or just in search of that next-level Disney treat, you’re in the right place. Let's Dive in.

At Walt Disney World, you’re never far from a caffeine fix. With Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company serving as the official coffee provider of the parks—and Starbucks locations in every park and Disney Springs—getting your daily brew is easy. But if you're anything like us (and we hope you are 😉), you're not just looking for any coffee... you're on the hunt for the best, the boldest, and the most magical sips Disney has to offer.

✨ Looking to sprinkle a little extra magic on your Walt Disney World vacation? Wondering how to turn a memorable trip into an unforgettable adventure? Say hello to the Enchanting Extras Collection—a lineup of special experiences and add-ons at Disney World that transform ordinary park days into extraordinary core memory moments. From behind-the-scenes tours to VIP fireworks viewing, we’re unlocking the secrets to making your Disney days even more magical. Let’s dive in!

End your Disney day in the sweetest way—with a fireworks dessert party, dining package, or fireworks cruise that combines delicious treats, drinks, and prime fireworks viewing at Walt Disney World. Whether you’re looking for a romantic evening, a family celebration, or a magical splurge, these experiences add a little extra Pixie Dust to your night.

That’s the magic of Disney tours—immersive, guided experiences that go beyond the attractions and into the heart of the parks. Whether you’re exploring the Keys to the Kingdom tour, embarking on the thrilling Wild Africa Trek, or indulging in the ultimate splurge with a Disney Private VIP Tour, these exclusive experiences let you dive deeper into the stories, secrets, and hidden details that make Walt Disney World Resort so magical. Let's dive in!

Grab your autograph book (and an extra pen for gloved hands), because these 🧚 Pixie Dust pro tips and playful questions will help you sprinkle instant pixie dust on every meet‑and‑greet! Let's dive in.

Top Ten Pixie-Dust Lightning Lane Booking Tips to snag those must‑have Lightning Lane passes—even when the parks are packed!

Our expert tipster Kim has curated her must-try list of sweet, fruity, and fabulously fun drinks across Disney’s iconic parks and resorts - plus a couple of coffee concoctions that pack a punch.