The Central Florida theme parks felt the impact of Tropical Storm/Hurricane Debby, Halloween decorations arrived at the Magic Kingdom, and Disney’s Candy Cauldron has closed for an extended refurbishment—all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, August 5, 2024.

Walt Disney World

Magic Kingdom

Two large carved pumpkin decorations with hats sit in front of a building with a clock tower. White railings and flowers surround the pumpkins.

Disney has announced the 15 locations around Magic Kingdom where guests can trick-or-treat during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.
Cast Members braved Hurricane Debby to install Halloween decor at Magic Kingdom ahead of the opening date of Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party.
New TRON Lightcycle / Run and Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover posters have been installed beneath the Main Street Railroad Station at Magic Kingdom.

Disney Springs

A sign reads "Disney's Candy Cauldron Closed for Refurbishment. Please visit Goofy's Candy Company" on a wet, glass door at Walt Disney World.

Disney’s Candy Cauldron at Disney Springs in Walt Disney World has closed for a months-long refurbishment.

Other Walt Disney World News

A boat is perched atop a Mt Mayday, surrounded by lush greenery, with a cloudy sky in the background.

A tornado watch was extended before becoming a tornado warning for the Central Florida area this morning.
Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park closed on Monday, August 5, 2024, due to inclement weather from Hurricane Debby.

Disneyland Resort

Halloween merchandise inspired by “Hocus Pocus,” Mickey & Friends, Disney Villains, Stitch, and more has arrived at Disneyland Resort.

Tokyo Disney Resort

Poster for "Buzz Lightyear's Astro Blasters: Complete the Mission!" at Tokyo Disneyland featuring Buzz Lightyear, an alien, and a villain. Disney/Pixar branding at the bottom.

Tokyo Disney Resort has revealed the “Complete the Mission” sticker that will be available during part two of the Buzz Lightyear’s Astro Blasters farewell celebration.

The Walt Disney Company

A large blue sculpture shaped like Sorcerer Mickey's Hat, adorned with Swarovski Crystals forming a star and moon, features the text "D23." It is placed outdoors under a partly cloudy sky.

The disneyd23 Instagram account has shared a first look at the Sorcerer Mickey hat that will be displayed at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event.

Universal Studios

Universal Orlando Resort

Wooden archway entrance with a sign reading "Ye Olde Torture Faire" in red and yellow, featuring eerie hhn decor. Metal scaffolding supports the structure against a cloudy sky. Trees and buildings are visible in the background.

A tornado watch was extended before becoming a tornado warning for the Central Florida area this morning.
Torture Faire scare zone decor has arrived, and more theming has been added for Halloween Horror Nights 33 scare zones and haunted houses at Universal Studios Florida.
The restrooms outside of E.T. Adventure at Universal Studios Florida have been undergoing a remodel, and now, silhouettes of the iconic bike scene have been added to the facade.

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