Disney’s Disability Access Service extended its validity period, a new elevated traffic circle is under construction for Universal Epic Universe, and a new Disney Visa Cardmember offer is available for Disneyland Resort Hotel vacations — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Tuesday, September 24, 2024.

Walt Disney World

Magic Kingdom

Four costumed characters, including a pumpkin-themed duck, a blue-dressed duck, a Halloween-themed mouse, and Elio the dog in pirate attire, pose in front of a Halloween backdrop with two decorated trees.

The final available night for the 2024 run of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party (and therefore the event as a whole) has sold out.

EPCOT

A person dressed in a red leather jacket and headphones, reminiscent of Star-Lord from Guardians of the Galaxy, stands in front of a futuristic building and space-themed structure at EPCOT in two different photos.

Star-Lord from Guardians of the Galaxy is coming to EPCOT at the end of September.

Disney Springs

Three gourmet dishes: a bacon presentation on a wood plane, meatballs on a nest-like base, and bao buns in a wooden crate. All placed on a gray surface with people in the background, reminiscent of the adventurous ambiance at Disney Springs' Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar.

Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar, an Indiana Jones-themed venue in Disney Springs, has debuted a selection of new menu items, so we swung in to try them.

Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash in Walt Disney World hotel shower

Since our last update, more balconies and paint have been added to Disney Vacation Club’s Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows in Walt Disney World.
Walt Disney World has started to replace H2O+ bottles at hotels, having just previously covered the old branding logos with stickers.
Disney Vacation Club has released a video breaking down the hidden details of the sculpted manta ray that will hang in rooms of the new Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort.

New Merchandise

A new heather gray Walt Disney World Spirit Jersey similar to apparel and merchandise released earlier this year is now available.

Other Walt Disney World News

Banner promoting the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend 2024 featuring cartoon characters Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse running in athletic gear. Get ready for the excitement, course details, and start time announcements!

Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort have issued their first statements about Tropical Storm Helene.
In an email to Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend runners, runDisney announced a change to the marathon’s course and start time.
Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort have doubled the period that their Disability Access Service (DAS) passes are valid.
Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine has officially formed into Tropical Storm Helene, the National Hurricane Center announced in their 11 a.m. update on Tuesday.
The Orange County Planning & Zoning Commission passed Disney’s affordable housing plans in a 5-1 vote, although some locals are pushing back against the project.

Disneyland Resort

The Matterhorn Bobsleds mountain facade with a Monorail train driving by on an elevated track

Disney Visa Cardmembers can save up to 25% on select stays at a Disneyland Resort hotel this fall.
Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort have doubled the period that their Disability Access Service (DAS) passes are valid.
Disneyland Resort has announced a new discount available on Disneyland Resort hotel stays this fall.
A former Disney Cast Member is suing the company for wrongfully firing her after she complained that her lupus condition and cinnamon allergy were not accommodated at work.

Shanghai Disneyland

Shanghai Disney Resort is adopting a new real-name ticketing policy this year to curb ticket scalping.

Hong Kong Disneyland

Hong Kong Disneyland tickets will be increasing in price beginning on Wednesday, September 25, 2024.

Disney Cruise Line

A new Disney Cruise Line policy change has updated the final payment date for Concierge guests, as well as the cruise cancelation fee schedule, effective immediately.

Entertainment and Media

Split image showing promotional posters for "Disney Wizards: Beyond Waverly Place" with one character casting a spell and multiple characters in magical poses.

Disney Channel released the first trailer and key art for “Wizards Beyond Waverly Place,” a sequel series to “Wizards of Waverly Place” executive produced by original stars Selena Gomez and David Henrie.

Universal Studios

A collage featuring four LEGO sets: a dinosaur exhibit, a Super Mario-themed set, a Harry Potter Quidditch match set, and a red train station with figures.

Several Super Mario, Harry Potter, and Jurassic Park/Jurassic World LEGO sets will be retired at the end of 2024.

Universal Orlando Resort

Aerial view of a large-scale construction site with an impressive traffic circle. Surrounding areas include roads, buildings, parking lots, and lush greenery, making it look like an epic universe in the midst of transformation. — Source: @bioreconstruct on X

Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine has officially formed into Tropical Storm Helene, the National Hurricane Center announced in their 11 a.m. update on Tuesday.
Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort have issued their first statements about Tropical Storm Helene.
The giant elevated traffic circle near Universal Epic Universe has begun to take shape, with Universal hoping the road improvements will improve traffic flow from other theme parks.

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