Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this episode of News Today: Scaffolding is removed at Big Thunder Mountain as it gets closer to reopening at the Magic Kingdom, artist schedules and merchandise are revealed for the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, Tom rants as Disney Shareholders demand answers on the recent DAS changes, and more!
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CHAPTERS
00:00 - Intro
00:32 - Magnet of the Month Reveal carouselofproducts.com/products/wdwnt-magnet-of-the-month-club
01:58 - Carousel of Products carouselofproducts.com
02:54 - Disney Shareholders Demand Answers on Controversial Disability Access Changes at Disney Parks
13:45 - No Mention of Cinderella Castle Painting or Carousel of Progress Walt Disney Addition in Disney World 2026 Full Calendar Release
15:53 - Full List of 2026 Dated Walt Disney World Merchandise, Now Available
18:09 - Scaffolding Removed at Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Attraction
19:08 - Opossum Visits Mickeyâs Very Merry Christmas Party at Walt Disney World
21:19 - Minnieâs Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Added to 2025 Daytime Schedule Week of Christmas
22:14 - Be Our Guest Vacations https://wdwnt.travel
22:43 - First Look at Figment Merchandise for EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2026
24:25 - EPCOT Festival of the Arts Will Have Lorcana Lounge, Photo Op, and Scavenger Hunt With Promo Card Prize
25:53 - Full Artist Signing Schedule for 2026 EPCOT Festival of the Arts
26:31 - Three Menu Items Debut at Le Cellier Steakhouse in EPCOT
27:04 - SeaBase Aquarium Tank Decorations Return for the Holiday Season
28:50 - New Figment Wrap Appears on Walt Disney World Bus
29:52 - Brick, Windowsills, and More Removed From MuppetVision 3D Theater
30:40 - Kali River Rapids Reopening Date Announced
31:09 - Trader Joeâs Opening New Location Near Walt Disney World
32:43 - Disneyâs Old Key West Resort Refurbishment Will Change Existing Hotel Rooms More Than Expected
33:35 - Disneyâs Typhoon Lagoon Closing Select Dates This Week Due to Cold Weather
34:02 - Walt Disney World Golf Named 2026 Resort Course of the Year
34:54 - New Digital Signage Appears at Disneyland Park Entrance Gates
36:42 - Rise of the Resistance at Disneyland Closing for Refurbishment in January 2026
38:29 - Avatar: Fire and Ash Drone Show Coming to Disneyland Paris
39:41 - Disney Castaway Cay Family Beach Cabanas Renamed to Sandcastle Cabanas, New Map Released
40:56 - Disney Musician & Composer Gordon Goodwin Passes Away at Age 70
44:01 - WIGS patreon.com/wdwnt
44:27 - Sign off
đ° A Disney fanâs hub for all Walt Disney news today!
If youâre looking for exclusive Disney news or want to experience the inside of the Disney parks, then youâre in the right place. The magic is just a click away! đ
For over 18 years, WDW News Today has been your go-to for all things Disney â news, podcasts, radio, and video. We've had a blast sharing our love for Disney, and it's all thanks to our dedicated audience that we're now the best website for Disney Parks News worldwide.
In this episode of News Today: Scaffolding is removed at Big Thunder Mountain as it gets closer to reopening at the Magic Kingdom, artist schedules and merchandise are revealed for the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, Tom rants as Disney Shareholders demand answers on the recent DAS changes, and more!
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WEBSITE: wdwnt.com
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This video is sponsored by our friends at Be Our Guest Vacations! Book a magical trip to the Disney Parks, Universal Studios, and more with them at no cost to you! Visit https://wdwnt.travel/ to learn more!
News Today Intro Music by Piano Rob Volpe: Instagram.com/piano_rob
#WaltDisneyWorld #DisneyParks #DisneyNews
CHAPTERS
00:00 - Intro
00:32 - Magnet of the Month Reveal carouselofproducts.com/products/wdwnt-magnet-of-the-month-club
01:58 - Carousel of Products carouselofproducts.com
02:54 - Disney Shareholders Demand Answers on Controversial Disability Access Changes at Disney Parks
13:45 - No Mention of Cinderella Castle Painting or Carousel of Progress Walt Disney Addition in Disney World 2026 Full Calendar Release
15:53 - Full List of 2026 Dated Walt Disney World Merchandise, Now Available
18:09 - Scaffolding Removed at Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Attraction
19:08 - Opossum Visits Mickeyâs Very Merry Christmas Party at Walt Disney World
21:19 - Minnieâs Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Added to 2025 Daytime Schedule Week of Christmas
22:14 - Be Our Guest Vacations https://wdwnt.travel
22:43 - First Look at Figment Merchandise for EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2026
24:25 - EPCOT Festival of the Arts Will Have Lorcana Lounge, Photo Op, and Scavenger Hunt With Promo Card Prize
25:53 - Full Artist Signing Schedule for 2026 EPCOT Festival of the Arts
26:31 - Three Menu Items Debut at Le Cellier Steakhouse in EPCOT
27:04 - SeaBase Aquarium Tank Decorations Return for the Holiday Season
28:50 - New Figment Wrap Appears on Walt Disney World Bus
29:52 - Brick, Windowsills, and More Removed From MuppetVision 3D Theater
30:40 - Kali River Rapids Reopening Date Announced
31:09 - Trader Joeâs Opening New Location Near Walt Disney World
32:43 - Disneyâs Old Key West Resort Refurbishment Will Change Existing Hotel Rooms More Than Expected
33:35 - Disneyâs Typhoon Lagoon Closing Select Dates This Week Due to Cold Weather
34:02 - Walt Disney World Golf Named 2026 Resort Course of the Year
34:54 - New Digital Signage Appears at Disneyland Park Entrance Gates
36:42 - Rise of the Resistance at Disneyland Closing for Refurbishment in January 2026
38:29 - Avatar: Fire and Ash Drone Show Coming to Disneyland Paris
39:41 - Disney Castaway Cay Family Beach Cabanas Renamed to Sandcastle Cabanas, New Map Released
40:56 - Disney Musician & Composer Gordon Goodwin Passes Away at Age 70
44:01 - WIGS patreon.com/wdwnt
44:27 - Sign off
đ° A Disney fanâs hub for all Walt Disney news today!
If youâre looking for exclusive Disney news or want to experience the inside of the Disney parks, then youâre in the right place. The magic is just a click away! đ
For over 18 years, WDW News Today has been your go-to for all things Disney â news, podcasts, radio, and video. We've had a blast sharing our love for Disney, and it's all thanks to our dedicated audience that we're now the best website for Disney Parks News worldwide.
