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Walt Disney World added an Extended Evening Hours night at Hollywood Studios on September 16, 2026, giving on-site resort guests two hours of late-night access to top rides.
Jul 08, 2026
Hollywood Studios Hands Resort Loyalists A Rare Late-Night Ride Frenzy
Universal Nights Coming to Epic Universe in Orlando
Jul 07, 2026
Grand Floridian Fans Sour As Disney Scraps Iconic Gingerbread Mansion
Jul 03, 2026
Lightning Zaps Velocicoaster, Delays Thrills At Universal Orlando
Universal Nights will bring after‑hours rides, character meet‑ups and included specialty snacks to Epic Universe on Oct. 3 and 17, with tickets starting at $179.
Disney confirmed the Grand Floridian’s life‑size gingerbread house won’t return for 2026; pastry teams will install smaller displays across the resort. Fans are disappointed.
VelociCoaster at Universal Orlando was reportedly struck by lightning on June 30 and remained offline July 1, disrupting morning operations at Islands of Adventure.
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