SANTA SPOTS: Your Guide to Finding St. Nick at Disney World
Santa Claus is making scheduled appearances across all four Walt Disney World theme parks and Disney Springs through Christmas Eve, each with a unique, themed setting.
AFTER HOURS 2026: Tickets and Dates for Low-Crowd Ride Access
Disney After Hours, the separately ticketed event featuring minimal crowds, complimentary snacks, and extended ride time, is confirmed for three parks from January through September 2026.
ARTISTIC DATES: EPCOT Festival of the Arts Returns for 2026
EPCOT International Festival of the Arts will run for 39 days, bringing back fan-favorite concerts, interactive art, and creatively crafted food studios.
NEW ANIMATRONICS: Disney Upgrades Classic Rides, Adds New Characters
Walt Disney Imagineering is rolling out next-generation Audio-Animatronics figures across three parks, refreshing beloved characters and debuting first-ever figures.
FREE KIDS DINING: Disney Rolls Out Major Perk for 2026 Trips
Kids ages 3-9 will eat for free when families purchase a Walt Disney World vacation package with a dining plan.
Ride: Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress
Magic Kingdom, Tomorrowland
Ride: Walt Disney World Railroad
Magic Kingdom, Main Street, U.S.A. (and Fantasyland)
Ride: Under the Sea - Journey of The Little Mermaid
Magic Kingdom, Fantasyland
Ride: TRON Lightcycle / Run
Magic Kingdom, Tomorrowland
Ride: Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover
Magic Kingdom, Tomorrowland
Ride: Tomorrowland Speedway
Magic Kingdom, Tomorrowland
Ride: Tiana's Bayou Adventure
Magic Kingdom, Frontierland