Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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In this episode of News Today: Disney announces opening dates and time frames for several under-construction attractions! Big Thunder Mountain, Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin, and more!

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CHAPTERS
00:00 - Intro
00:44 - Thomas Mazloum Named Chairman Disney Experiences to Replace Josh D’Amaro
01:58 - Free Dining Plan Promotion is Back at Walt Disney World in 2026
02:29 - Get a 4-Day, 4 Park Magic Ticket With New Walt Disney World Offer
03:18 - Florida Residents Save Up to 35% on Walt Disney World Hotel Stays Late This Summer and Early Fall
03:48 - Walt Disney World Annual Passholders Save Up to 40% on Hotel Rooms Late Summer and Early Fall
04:04 - Limited Time Private VIP Tour Offer for Disney Vacation Club Members at Walt Disney World
04:59 - Be Our Guest Vacations https://wdwnt.travel
05:27 - Off Road & Other Ride Paths Could be Used for Piston Peak, Gives Riders More Control
06:52 - WDWNT 2 Day Auction auction.wdwnt.com
07:21 - Piano Rob's TuneTown Lounge tickettailor.com/events/wdwnt/2058625
07:56 - Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Reopening Date
09:13 - Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin New On-Ride Photo Revealed, Shows Score and Rank
10:30 - Tomorrowland Rocks Fully Repainted at Magic Kingdom After Three-Year Process
11:22 - Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Reopening in Early May
12:05 - Soarin’ Across America Official EPCOT Opening Date Announced
13:36 - Arbitrator Rules Against Patina Group at EPCOT’s Italy Pavilion Over Button Dispute
15:01 - Rock ‘N’ Roller Coaster starring The Muppets Will Open Memorial Day Weekend, Quick Turnaround to Placate Fans
16:02 - Opening Date for Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live! at Hollywood Studios
17:31 - Opening Date for ‘Bluey’s Wild World’ Experience at Walt Disney World
18:14 - Bakso the Tiger is All Grown Up and Out On His Own at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
18:54 - First Ankole Calf Born at Walt Disney World in Over 20 Years
19:21 - Mary Poppins Fountain Under Refurbishment in The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort
19:44 - Skyway Bridge & Main Tower to Undergo Refurbishment at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
20:55- 2026 Easter Eggs On Display at Disney’s Contemporary, Grand Floridian, Yacht & Beach Club Resorts
21:19 - Carousel of Products carouselofproducts.com
21:47 - Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort Scheduled for Room Refurbishments
22:36 - Space Mountain Evacuated and Section of Tomorrowland Closed due to Hazardous Material at Disneyland Resort
23:29 - Watch Josh Gad Become a Storyteller on Storybook Land Canal Boats at Disneyland
24:13 - ‘Bluey’s Best Day Ever’ Sign Added to Fantasyland Theatre in Disneyland
24:51 - Full Live Music Schedule for Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival 2026
25:34 - Avengers Campus Opens New Iron Man-Themed Seating Area
26:02 - Trees Cleared at Site of Future ‘Coco’ Attraction at Disney California Adventure
26:37 - Crush’s Surfin’ Slide and Pixar Place Pool Reopen After Refurbishment
27:03 - World of Frozen Cast Members Receive New Nametags in Special Celebration at Disneyland Paris
27:50 - Hidden Details Abound at Arendelle Boutique in the World of Frozen at Disneyland Paris
28:54 - First Look at Disney Princesses Coming to First Character Dining Restaurant in Disney Adventure World
29:15 - Disney Adventure World Merchandise Arrives at Disneyland Paris
29:49 - Vanellope’s Sweet Pop World Decorations & Merchandise Arrive Early at Tokyo Disneyland
31:22 - Mickey and Minnie Appearing in New Formula 1 Racing Costumes
32:04 - Disney Cruise Line Confirms Japan Cruises Will Set Sail in 2029
33:24 - Feast on Halal Favorites at Cosmic Kebabs, a New Quick Service Location Aboard the Disney Adventure
33:59 - All of the Youth Spaces on the Disney Adventure
34:25 - Ironcycle Test Run Was Not Available During Disney Adventure’s Maiden Voyage
35:29 - Captain Jack Sparrow & The Siren Queen Cancelled from Entertainment Lineup on the Disney Adventure
36:06 - Baymax Insulated Souvenir Pouch Available Exclusively on Disney Adventure
37:19 - New ‘We Call It Imagineering’ Episode About Creation of the Disney Adventure Cruise Ship
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38:07 - Sign off