Disney World This Week: April 13, 2026
30 articles from across the Disney blogosphere
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Disney Food Blog
Work is underway in the Muppets Courtyard area of Hollywood Studios to prepare for the upcoming Monsters Inc. land. It is always bittersweet to see old favorites change, but I am excited to see how this turns out.
AllEars.Net
Magic Kingdom has announced changes to the fireworks showtimes for next week. Make sure to double check the app so you do not miss the big show, because nobody wants a cranky kid who missed the grand finale.
AllEars.Net
While one ride recently finished its maintenance, two more are now heading into refurbishment. Keep an eye on your My Disney Experience app to see if your favorite attractions are affected by these updates.
AllEars.Net
If you are planning to hit Hollywood Studios on June 18th, be aware that the park is closing early for a private event. You might want to adjust your schedule to avoid being asked to leave before the sun goes down.
New Attractions
Disney Food Blog
Construction is moving along nicely for the new Pueblo Esperanza area in Animal Kingdom. It looks like things are starting to take shape for this upcoming expansion.
Disney Food Blog
Work is underway in the Muppets Courtyard area of Hollywood Studios to prepare for the upcoming Monsters Inc. land. It is always bittersweet to see old favorites change, but I am excited to see how this turns out.
Dining
Disney Food Blog
If you are craving a tropical treat, head over to Aloha Isle in Magic Kingdom. Their Dole Whip is pretty much a vacation in a cup, and honestly, you can never go wrong with one.
AllEars.Net
We took a look at a twenty-eight dollar drink flight over at Disney Springs. Check out our thoughts to see if this frozen treat is worth the price for your family.
Tips & Planning
AllEars.Net
Magic Kingdom has announced changes to the fireworks showtimes for next week. Make sure to double check the app so you do not miss the big show, because nobody wants a cranky kid who missed the grand finale.
AllEars.Net
While one ride recently finished its maintenance, two more are now heading into refurbishment. Keep an eye on your My Disney Experience app to see if your favorite attractions are affected by these updates.
AllEars.Net
If you are planning to hit Hollywood Studios on June 18th, be aware that the park is closing early for a private event. You might want to adjust your schedule to avoid being asked to leave before the sun goes down.
Park Updates
AllEars.Net
It turns out the ride we all thought was the busiest recently was actually topped by another attraction. The landscape of wait times is always changing at the parks.
AllEars.Net
We are getting a look at the story and mechanics that make Tiana's Bayou Adventure work. It is a neat look at the engineering that brings this attraction to life.
TouringPlans
We took a walk through Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios to see what is changing. From new paint on the castle to ongoing construction walls, we have the latest visual updates for your next stroll through the parks.