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Walt Disney World BoardWalk Undergoes Major Construction Projects Through 2027

Construction at Walt Disney World’s BoardWalk is set to continue through 2026 and into 2027, with refurbishment work scheduled for select areas of the resort. The Luna Park Pool and related amenities will close temporarily in early 2027 for routine maintenance, while the Disney Skyliner faces a brief closure later that year. The Village Green […]

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Disney World Expands Construction Plans for BoardWalk Inn and Resort Areas Through 2027

Disney World is implementing extensive construction projects across its resorts, with the BoardWalk Inn undergoing significant refurbishment through late 2026. While most amenities remain accessible to guests, work will be visible in certain areas during daytime hours. The Village Green courtyard will close temporarily from August 10th to September 4th for renovations, relocating popular activities […]

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Disney Cast Members Face Potential Benefit Changes During Contract Negotiations

Disney Cast Members who perform in parades and pageants at Disneyland face potential changes to their employment benefits as the company negotiates a new contract with the Actors’ Equity Association union. The proposed agreement would eliminate paid parental leave and remove one paid holiday, specifically Easter, for costumed performers working behind the scenes or on […]

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ESPN8 The Ocho Returns to Wide World of Sports for Second Year

The ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex is hosting ESPN8: The Ocho for its second consecutive year on Friday, August 7, 2026. This fan-favorite event celebrates its tenth anniversary and features ten live sporting events that are completely free to attend. Activities include Donk Toss, Roofball, Housekeeping Games, Slippery Stairs, Combat Archery, Dodgeball, Big League […]

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Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway May Close for Maintenance at Hollywood Studios

Disney World has filed a construction permit with Coastal Steel Inc. for general work at Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The contractor previously performed steel work on the Chinese Theatre façade of the attraction, suggesting potential exterior refurbishment or ride system maintenance. Since Disney’s Facility Asset Management team typically handles basic […]