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.

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.

The restored Sunbeam 1000hp will return to Daytona Beach in March 2027 for a centenary run and museum displays after a U.S. tour this autumn.

Altamonte Springs' Red Hot & Boom returns Friday, July 3 with Chris Lane, food vendors and a 9:30 p.m. fireworks finale. Expect heavy traffic and large crowds near Cranes Roost Park.

Wall Street Plaza's Fourth of July block party returns July 4 with Matroda headlining, DJs, games, vendors and a fireworks view for downtown revelers.

Fun Spot America will close its Fayetteville park on Aug. 2, 2026, ending operations at the Atlanta attraction and affecting staff, reservations and season-pass holders.

Walt Disney World released its 2026 holiday‑party calendars: Mickey’s Very Merry runs select nights Nov. 8–Dec. 22 and Jollywood Nights runs Nov. 7–Jan. 5. Mid‑July ticket windows open.

EDC Orlando revealed a 100+‑artist lineup for Nov. 6–8 at Tinker Field. Three‑day GA, GA+ and VIP passes go on sale June 25 at 12 p.m. ET.

Le Cirque Arcanus at Epic Universe will be closed Sunday through June 30 and is slated to reopen July 1. Universal hasn’t given a reason, and the short window looks like maintenance.

County permit filings tied to 'Project 680' and a new building number have fans speculating that Epic Universe's Dark Universe could be set for a major expansion.

Disney revealed the Eat to the Beat lineup for the 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival, pairing pop‑punk names and legacy acts across late August to mid‑November. Dining packages that guarantee seats open July 16.