Magical News

Walt Disney World has recently announced several exciting updates and news. From the permanent closure of a beloved attraction to the reopening of popular rides and the launch of new events, here’s an overview of the latest happenings:

“It’s Tough to be a Bug” has permanently closed

The popular attraction “It’s Tough to be a Bug” in Disney’s Animal Kingdom has permanently closed. A favorite among visitors since the park’s opening, its final performance took place on March 16, 2025. It will be replaced by a new Zootopia-themed experience opening in the winter of 2025.

River Rapids has reopened

After being closed since the beginning of the year, the Kali River Rapids in Disney’s Animal Kingdom finally reopened on March 14, 2025. Visitors can once again enjoy the thrilling water ride that takes them through the jungle and down a 20-foot waterfall.

Typhoon Lagoon reopens on May 1

Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park is set to reopen on May 1, 2025, as Blizzard Beach closes for the season on April 30, 2025. Visitors can look forward to a summer filled with water fun and thrilling attractions.

H2O Glow After Hours event returns to Typhoon Lagoon

This summer, the popular “H2O Glow After Hours” event will return to Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon. The event gives guests the chance to enjoy the water park after dark, complete with glowing decorations, DJ dance parties, and shorter wait times for attractions. Exact dates for 2025 have yet to be announced, but it will be held on select evenings throughout the summer.

New mission coming soon to Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run

A new mission featuring the Mandalorian and Grogu will soon debut at Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This new experience is set to launch on May 22, 2026, coinciding with the premiere of the movie “The Mandalorian and Grogu.”

Gran Fiesta Tour has reopened

The Gran Fiesta Tour in Epcot reopened on March 15, 2025, after being closed since early January. The attraction has undergone extensive refurbishment and now features updated scenes and lighting.

Disney reveals first look at the Monsters Inc Land roller coaster

Disney has provided a first look at the roller coaster in the upcoming Monsters Inc Land. This new attraction will be the first suspended roller coaster in a Disney park, taking guests on an exciting ride through the door vault from the movie. The attraction will also feature a vertical lift mechanism that raises guests before zooming into the door vault.

Epcot’s International Flower and Garden Festival is underway

Epcot’s International Flower and Garden Festival is now in full swing, running from March 5 to June 2, 2025. The festival showcases beautiful gardens, unique displays, living sculptures of Disney characters, and delightful food experiences.

Disney reveals the name of the new Spaceship Earth Lounge in Epcot

The new lounge in Spaceship Earth at Epcot will be called GEO-82. This adults-only lounge will offer modern cocktails and small plates inspired by global flavors, as well as spectacular views of the World Celebration Gardens and World Showcase Lagoon.