Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2025 Edition

[ejgonz2]

Muppets almost definitely won’t be ready. It’s a scheduled closure AND reopening in 2026, meaning a light reworking but it’s still a tight timeframe. MAYBE it’s still open as Aerosmith, but I’d lean towards thinking no (and I’d like for it to be open the following month for selfish reasons).

Anyone’s guess about the other two. I’ll guess Thunder Mountain reopens by then, Dino closes.

I didn’t realize RNR was still open. I’ve checked out of Disney news but am diving back in prepping for a spring break trip to Disney and US.

 

[kylenne]

Any chance BTM and/or Muppets RNR are open for late March/Spring break timeframe?

And do you think Dinosaur will still be open during that timeframe?

No way for Muppets, they’re installing animatronics in the preshow and that’s not as simple as just plop them down.

They’ve said several times 2025 is your last chance for Dinosaur so no. That’s gone in January.

Nobody knows Big Thunder. I would assume so if it’s ready but this is reading tea leaves.

 

[sherlockmiles]

On non-MNSSHP nights, shouldnt the new nighttime parade be showng up on the calendar under 'Fireworks and Nighttime Entertainment'?

I'm not seeing any times for October. Maybe schedule isnt out yet??

 

[Duckbug.Ducktales]

On non-MNSSHP nights, shouldnt the new nighttime parade be showng up on the calendar under 'Fireworks and Nighttime Entertainment'?

I'm not seeing any times for October. Maybe schedule isnt out yet??

https://www.disneytouristblog.com/s...ns-magic-kingdom-party-season-hours-extended/

Does this help?

 

[coolbrook]

Most Complimented Disney World Cast Member Receives the Walt Disney Legacy Award​

Whether you are heading straight toward an adventure on Runaway Railway or have breakfast reservations at Hollywood & Vine to kick off your day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you may have come across friendly PhotoPass photographers who want to snap your group’s picture to kick off your fun-filled vacation.
With backdrops including the Chinese Theater, Toy Story Land, or even Gertie at Echo Lake, these cast members make you and your family the true center of the action at Hollywood Studios. And if you’ve ever taken a stroll down Hollywood Boulevard and noticed a cast member with an extra-bright smile, a welcoming wave, and the uncanny ability to make you feel like you are the star of the show, chances are you’ve met Willie Jackson, a PhotoPass photographer who has captured the hearts of guests and cast members alike with his positive attitude and outgoing work ethic.
For the past 15 years, Willie’s joyful spirit and pure enthusiasm has helped create countless magical moments that guests will cherish for a lifetime. Now, Willie will join an incredibly special group of cast members across The Walt Disney Company, as he receives the prestigious Walt Disney Legacy Award.

https://disneyparksblog.com/wdw/photopass-cast-member-receives-the-walt-disney-legacy-award/


Willie has to be one of the coolest CMs I’ve ever met, he always has such positive energy and I look for him every time I’m at HS. Always goes the extra mile to make you feel special taking pics. Love this guy and love that he’s getting his flowers.

I was one of the people who sent in a cast compliment for him, the only one I've ever sent. What a fun experience it was to have our picture taken by him!