Today is the opening day of the 2026 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival, see inside the Disney Adventure’s seven themed areas in the first photos before the maiden voyage, and the Magic Kingdom is closing early in May for a a private buyout, Dave Matthews Band to perform in front of Cinderella Castle — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

Universal Studios Japan Takes to the Sky With Drone Spectacular for 25th Anniversary

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Former Shrek’s Swamp Splash Pad Space Back Open to Guests Months After Demolition

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Mark Your Calendar for the Next WDWNT 2-Day Auction, March 14-15 – Register and Bid Now!

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Several Construction Updates on Disneyland Paris Projects

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Rapunzel, Moana, and Belle runDisney Brooks Princess Running Shoes Now Available Online

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Best Cat and Dog Parent Pins, Baymax Pins, Rainbow Swirl Pins, and More Now at Walt Disney World Resort

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‘Bluey’s Best Day Ever!’ Production Update at Fantasyland Theatre in Disneyland

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Pteranodon Flyers at Universal Islands of Adventure Closed for Multiple Months

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PHOTOS, VIDEO: Living With the Land Barely Decorated for the Start of EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival 2026

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Dance Parties and Projections at Disneyland After Dark: 70 Years of Favorites

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Full List of PhotoPass Magic Shots at 2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

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Locations for Spike’s Pollen-Nation Exploration Scavenger Hunt at 2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

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PHOTOS: Meet Butterflies at the 2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

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All Garden Destinations at 2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

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Ride Vehicles Revealed for The Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift at Universal Studios Hollywood

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Eggstravaganza Easter Egg Hunt at 2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

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Adopt a Captain Cacao Bear of Your Own at Universal CityWalk Orlando

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Chef Reveals Story Behind First Character Dining Restaurant at Disney Adventure World

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Prizes & Locations for 2026 Eggstravaganza Easter Egg Hunt at Disneyland Park

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See Inside Disney Adventure’s Seven Themed Areas in First Photos Before Maiden Voyage

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‘Step into the Scene’ at The Fun Photo Ops for Disneyland After Dark: 70 Years of Favorites

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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Permit Hints to Late 2026 Spring Opening

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Nostalgic Character Meet and Greets at Disneyland After Dark: 70 Years of Favorites

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Surprise Cruella De Vil Meet and Greet at EPCOT

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Play Hopscotch & Twister Inside The Citrus Blossom for the 2026 EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival

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Commemorative Keepsake for Disneyland After Dark: 70 Years of Favorites Event

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Disney Shareholder Urging Investors to Support Independent Accessibility Risk Review Proposal

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Titanic, Cruella, & More Featured in Oscars Display in Walt Disney Presents at Hollywood Studios

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Gertie Tail Receives Scrim Band-Aid as Echo Lake Water Level is Lowered

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Disney & Complex Announce BLACKPINK Streetwear Collaboration

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Full List (with Prices) of ALL Merchandise at 2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

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Godparent Robert Downey Jr. Tours the Disney Adventure, Meets With Iger & D’Amaro

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Drink Your Smoothie in This Year’s Orange Bird Sipper at EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2026

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BREAKING: EPCOT Opening Festival Booths Later on Select Days for Flower and Garden Festival

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Full List (with Prices) of 2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival Pins

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Extended Evening Hours for Select Disney Hotel Guests Scheduled for Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios in May 2026

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Souvenir Gift Cards Available at 2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

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Orange Bird and Spike the Bee Trash Cans at EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2026

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PHOTOS: CommuniCore Hall Becomes Sunlight to Starbright for 2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

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Full List (with Prices) of Spike the Bee Merch Collection for 2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

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Full List (with Prices) of ‘Alice in Wonderland’ Merchandise Collection for 2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

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Full List (with Prices) of Orange Bird 2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival Merchandise

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2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival Merchandise Available Online

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Fiery Makeover Begins on Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Upside Down Car at Hollywood Studios

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Full List (with Prices) of Annual Passholder Merchandise at 2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

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Magic Kingdom Closing Early in May for Private Buyout, Dave Matthews Band to Perform in Front of Cinderella Castle

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First Look at 2026 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival Passport

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