At least a hundred employees from Disney’s theme park division, including Walt Disney Imagineering and Disney Live Entertainment, have been laid off. The full menus have been revealed for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2026 at Magic Kingdom. The Walt Disney World Railroad has reopened a day ahead of schedule following a multi-week refurbishment at Magic Kingdom.

All this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, October 29, 2026.

Disney News Recap

‘Charmed in the Park’ Bracelets, Charms, Phone Straps, and Keychains Arrive at Walt Disney World

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Kathleen Kennedy to Head Ceremonies and Content for L.A. Olympics, Replacing Peter Rice

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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Will Open Later Than Usual for One Day in November

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Broken Spell Lounge Reopens at Disneyland Hotel After Month-Long Refurbishment

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Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree Seating Patio Now Open at Disneyland Resort

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Red Car Trolley Kiosk Returns to Disney’s Hollywood Studios After Multi-Month Refurbishment

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‘Beauty and the Beast’ Sweatshirt Arrives at Disneyland Resort

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Walt Disney World Files Construction Permit for Theater in the Wild at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Tokyo Disney Resort Hits Record Highs as Disney Imagination Cruise Ship Remains on Track for 2029 Operations

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KATSEYE Rapid-Fire Q+A Names Favorite Disney Parks Attractions & Teases Upcoming Series

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‘X-Men’ and ‘Star Trek’ Actor Sir Patrick Stewart Dies at 86

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Full List (with Prices) of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Black Spire Outpost Collection at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Disney Installs 22-Ton Central Column for ‘Up’-Themed Wilderness Explorers Sky Swings

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Holiday Decorations Installed Around Toontown in Disneyland Park

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Mickey & Minnie Vacation Fun Remains Open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Despite Scheduled Closure

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Disneyland Good Neighbor & Third-Party Hotel Shuttle Drop-Off Moving to New Location Next Month

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‘Sugar Rush: Sweet Rescue’ Wreck-It Ralph Attraction to Cost ¥3,000 for Disney Premier Access, Highest of Any Attraction at Tokyo Disney Resort

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Disney Files Patent for Flying Theater Ride Featuring Rotating Floor and Tilt Mechanism

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Create-Your-Own Customizable ‘Charmed in the Park’ Station Debuts at Walt Disney World

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Merry Menagerie, Diwali Lanterns, and Wreath Decor Arrive at Disney’s Animal Kingdom for 2026 Season

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Full Menus Revealed for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2026 at Magic Kingdom

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Bob Iger Receives PAC Icon of Culture Award with Tributes from Josh D’Amaro & Nick Jonas

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Stoney Clover Lane Releases Mickey & Minnie Gingerbread and Peppermint Swirl Merchandise Online

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Former Disney Animators Create Hand-Drawn Prada Holiday Campaign Starring Sadie Sink & Maya Hawke

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Walt Disney World Railroad Reopens Ahead of Schedule at Magic Kingdom

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Conductor Goofy Returning for Aquatic Concert at Disney Adventure World Next Month

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Walt Disney World Expands Airport Luggage Transfer Service to More Moderate Resorts

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Disney Launches First TikTok Shop Super Brand Day Featuring Early Access Holiday Merchandise

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First Look at Mickey & Friends Super Bowl LXI Merchandise Collection Coming Soon

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Six Ravens First Limited Edition Redrum Coffyn Celebrates Halloween at Disney Springs

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Recently Digitized Historical Photos of Orange Bird Released to Celebrate 55th Anniversary

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