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A Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow: The Ever-Changing Carousel of Progress

Disney has announced new updates coming to Carousel of Progress at Magic Kingdom, including refreshed scenes set in new decades featuring John, Sarah, and the rest of the family as they navigate evolving technology through the years. Imagineers say the goal is to make the attraction more relatable to today’s guests while preserving the nostalgic charm fans love, including the iconic “There’s a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow” theme song. The refresh will also focus heavily on authentic details, practical effects, and decade-accurate props, music, fashion, and artwork throughout the attraction.

By Jeremy Stein, ago

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Timeline Soon Expands at Disneyland

A long time ago in a galaxy not so far away… things just got a whole lot more interesting at Disneyland. Disney has officially expanded the storytelling timeline of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, opening the door for new characters, new eras, and new possibilities inside Batuu. This update means guests can now encounter stories and heroes from beyond the original sequel-era focus, creating a more flexible, immersive, and fan-friendly experience that evolves with the ever-growing Star Wars universe. Whether you’re a lifelong Jedi, a casual droid admirer, or just here for the blue milk, this timeline expansion is a big deal — and it’s about to change how you experience one of Disney’s most ambitious lands yet.

By Jeremy Stein, ago

Pick Your Potion with the Disney Villains Collection by Bath & Body Works

After falling head over heels for the enchanting Disney Princess collection, we’re thrilled to see the darker side step into the spotlight just in time for spooky season. The new Disney Villains Halloween Collection by Bath & Body Works brings bold, bewitching scents and stylish packaging inspired by Maleficent, Ursula, the Evil Queen, and more. We can’t wait to try every single item in this wickedly wonderful lineup — and yes, we plan to collect them all.

By Jeremy Stein, ago