<p>The Fairy Godmother is greeting guests in Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom, but you won&#8217;t find her schedule online. Fairy Godmother Roaming We spotted the Fairy Godmother in Fantasyland this morning roaming behind Cinderella Castle. She does not have a set schedule, but she will stop for photos and to interact with guests. She wears her &#8230; <a title="Fairy Godmother Roaming and Greeting Guests in Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/fairy-godmother-greeting-guests-in-fantasyland-at-magic-kingdom/" aria-label="Read more about Fairy Godmother Roaming and Greeting Guests in Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom">Read more</a></p>

<p>The remains of the closed Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Studios Florida was on fire Friday morning. Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Fire WESH 2 was broadcasting live from the scene at 11:50 a.m. as firefighters tried to put out the flames. The track of the coaster&#8217;s lift hill was on fire and blackened. The &#8230; <a title="BREAKING: Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit is On Fire" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/hollywood-rip-ride-rockit-is-on-fire/" aria-label="Read more about BREAKING: Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit is On Fire">Read more</a></p>

<p>Mickey&#8217;s PhilharMagic will close for 3-week refurbishment in November at Magic Kingdom. Refurbishment Mickey&#8217;s PhilharMagic is closing for a 3-week refurbishment in November. The last day of operation is October 31, but the Disney World website does have hours listed for the attraction beginning November 23. This is the start of the busy Thanksgiving week. &#8230; <a title="Mickey&#8217;s PhilharMagic Closing Next Month for Refurbishment at Disney World" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/mickeys-philharmagic-closing-next-month-for-refurbishment-at-disney-world/" aria-label="Read more about Mickey&#8217;s PhilharMagic Closing Next Month for Refurbishment at Disney World">Read more</a></p>

<p>Following the refurbishment of the Adventureland sign at Magic Kingdom, the golden Abu Fab 50 statue has been returned to its original location. Abu Returns to Adventureland Sign The sign and props were removed in early August. A new banner was installed with refreshed props in mid September. During the refurbishment, the Abu statue was &#8230; <a title="Abu Statue Restored to Original Adventureland Location at Magic Kingdom" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/abu-statue-original-adventureland-location-magic-kingdom/" aria-label="Read more about Abu Statue Restored to Original Adventureland Location at Magic Kingdom">Read more</a></p>

<p>Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios has a new preview center of Walt Disney World&#8217;s upcoming Monsters, Inc. land, Cars area, and Tropical Americas land. Walt Disney Presents The preview is inside Walt Disney Presents, near the end of the gallery. Since 2021, this Walt Disney Imagineering Presents case housed a display dedicated to the Disney Cruise Line &#8230; <a title="Preview Center of Monsters Inc. Coaster, Cars Land, and Animal Kingdom Tropical Americas Now Open at Walt Disney World" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/preview-center-monsters-inc-coaster-cars-land-tropical-americas-walt-disney-world/" aria-label="Read more about Preview Center of Monsters Inc. Coaster, Cars Land, and Animal Kingdom Tropical Americas Now Open at Walt Disney World">Read more</a></p>

<p>A glittery new ear headband inspired by Figment, the dragon mascot of Journey into Imagination, has landed at Disney Store. Figment Ear Headband &#8211; $36.99 These new Figment ears are sure to spark your imagination! The ears and headband are covered in purple glitter vinyl, with solid pink panels on the ears to represent Figment&#8217;s &#8230; <a title="Figment Ear Headband Available on Disney Store" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/figment-ear-headband-available-on-disney-store/" aria-label="Read more about Figment Ear Headband Available on Disney Store">Read more</a></p>

<p>Banana Ball is coming to Walt Disney World in 2026, Cake Bake Shop has a special $200 Santa dinner, Gordon Ramsay is teaming up with Earl of Sandwich at Downtown Disney, and price increases hit California Grill at the Contemporary Resort — all this and more in today&#8217;s daily recap for Thursday, October 9, 2025. &#8230; <a title="Banana Ball Coming to Walt Disney World: Daily Recap (10/9/25)" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/banana-ball-coming-walt-disney-world-daily-recap-10-9-25/" aria-label="Read more about Banana Ball Coming to Walt Disney World: Daily Recap (10/9/25)">Read more</a></p>

<p>A new pair of novelty socks themed to the iconic Disney monorail system has now arrived at Walt Disney World. Monorail Socks &#8211; $19.99 The new socks are a standard white color with a repeating pattern of monorail trains. Some of the trains are the usual white color with different stripes, such as red, blue &#8230; <a title="Please Stand Clear of the Doors — Monorail Novelty Socks Arrive at Disney World" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/monorail-novelty-socks-disney-world/" aria-label="Read more about Please Stand Clear of the Doors — Monorail Novelty Socks Arrive at Disney World">Read more</a></p>

<p>Kids can learn the way of water with new Avatar bath toys available at Disney&#8217;s Animal Kingdom. Avatar Bath Toys &#8211; $26.99 This set includes five figures, which are sold together in a clear plastic tub with a blue lid. The bottom of the container has cartoon-style icons of the various characters and creatures included &#8230; <a title="Learn the Way of Water with New Avatar Bath Toys at Walt Disney World" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/avatar-bath-toys-walt-disney-world/" aria-label="Read more about Learn the Way of Water with New Avatar Bath Toys at Walt Disney World">Read more</a></p>

<p>A large collection of Droid Depot merchandise just dropped at Disneyland, including apparel, home goods, and more. Apparel and Accessories Adult Button-Up Shirt &#8211; $69.99 The short-sleeved, button-up shirt features a detailed, all-over print design of R2-D2. The pattern is made up of technical, blueprint-style line drawings of R2-D2 and droid parts from various angles. Droid &#8230; <a title="Droid Depot Merchandise Featuring Apparel and Home Goods Drops at Disneyland" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/droid-depot-merchandise-disneyland/" aria-label="Read more about Droid Depot Merchandise Featuring Apparel and Home Goods Drops at Disneyland">Read more</a></p>

<p>Movie theaters have shared first looks at the Wicked: For Good novelties they will have for sale when the film hits theaters next month. Cinemark Theatres Cinemark revealed their popcorn buckets, cups, and more on Instagram. The list of items is set to include: The cups and buckets include free same-day refills. AMC Theatres AMC &#8230; <a title="Emerald City Popcorn Bucket and More Wicked: For Good Novelties Revealed" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/emerald-city-popcorn-bucket-wicked-for-good-novelties-revealed/" aria-label="Read more about Emerald City Popcorn Bucket and More Wicked: For Good Novelties Revealed">Read more</a></p>

<p>A holiday-inspired, double-sided holiday charm with a peppermint Mickey icon and more festive images by Pandora is now available at Disneyland Park. Pandora Holiday Charm – $100 The round slider charm is made of sterling silver and has sparkling cubic zirconia stones around the edges. It&#8217;s compatible with Pandora&#8217;s standard slider bracelets. Attach the charm by &#8230; <a title="Peppermint Mickey Holiday Charm by Pandora Available at Disneyland" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/exclusive-holiday-charm-pandora-disneyland/" aria-label="Read more about Peppermint Mickey Holiday Charm by Pandora Available at Disneyland">Read more</a></p>

<p>A new collection of apparel and accessories by Faith in Chaos features Universal Monsters like Frankenstein&#8217;s Monster, Wolfman, Dracula, and more. Universal Monsters Apparel by Faith in Chaos This collection features vibrant designs by Tristan Eaton. It&#8217;s available from Five &amp; Dime in Universal Studios Florida at Universal Orlando Resort. Frankenstein&#8217;s Monster Pullover Hoodie &#8211; &#8230; <a title="Universal Monsters Collection by Faith in Chaos Arrives at Universal Orlando Resort" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/universal-monsters-collection-faith-in-chaos-orlando/" aria-label="Read more about Universal Monsters Collection by Faith in Chaos Arrives at Universal Orlando Resort">Read more</a></p>

<p>The entrance to Spaceship Earth at EPCOT has been repainted as part of a regular refurbishment. Spaceship Earth Entrance Refurbishment Crews repainted the blue walls framing the entryway for Spaceship Earth. The design hasn&#8217;t changed, but the paint looks brighter than before. The light-colored segments also appear to be even lighter than they were previously. &#8230; <a title="Spaceship Earth Entrance Repainted Ahead of Reopening" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/spaceship-earth-entrance-repainted/" aria-label="Read more about Spaceship Earth Entrance Repainted Ahead of Reopening">Read more</a></p>

<p>Banana Ball, the fan-favorite variation of baseball made famous by the Savannah Bananas, is coming to Walt Disney World in 2026. Banana Ball at Walt Disney World Banana Ball is a variation of baseball that focuses on exhibition and entertainment. The games are limited to two hours long, and the players participate in dance routines, &#8230; <a title="BREAKING: Banana Ball Coming to Walt Disney World in 2026 for First Time Ever" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/banana-ball-coming-walt-disney-world-2026/" aria-label="Read more about BREAKING: Banana Ball Coming to Walt Disney World in 2026 for First Time Ever">Read more</a></p>

<p>A light-up beer mug has arrived at Walt Disney World to make your viewings of Fantasmic! all the more magical. Fantasmic! Light-Up Beer Mug The Fantasmic! light-up beer mug is available at various concessions stands in the Hollywood Hills Amphitheater before and during performances of Fantasmic! at Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios. The light-up mug, or stein, &#8230; <a title="Light-Up Souvenir Beer Mug Now Available at Fantasmic!" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/fantasmic-light-up-beer-mug-disney-world/" aria-label="Read more about Light-Up Souvenir Beer Mug Now Available at Fantasmic!">Read more</a></p>

<p>Gideon&#8217;s Bakehouse offers popular Frankenstein-inspired treats during the month of October. We visited the Disney Springs location to try the Bride of Frankenstein cake, which is only available on Sundays and Thursdays. Bride of Frankenstein Cake Slice &#8211; $11 This tasty snack features two layers of vanilla cake sandwiching a layer of chocolate cake, covered &#8230; <a title="Is the Bride of Frankenstein Cake From Gideon&#8217;s Bakehouse Worth Marrying" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/gideons-bakehouse-bride-frankenstein-cake/" aria-label="Read more about Is the Bride of Frankenstein Cake From Gideon&#8217;s Bakehouse Worth Marrying">Read more</a></p>

<p>Tonight, don&#8217;t miss the internet&#8217;s only comedy show about Disney Parks! Join us at 9 p.m. ET for the latest Disney Parks news, a game of Parktionary, rejected Storybook Land Canal Boats scenes, and more! WDW News Tonight Hosted by Tom Corless and Nick LoCicero, WDW News Tonight is a live, weekly program that combines &#8230; <a title="WDW News Tonight&#8217;s Farewell Run Begins TONIGHT!" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/wdw-news-tonights-farewell-run-begins-tonight/" aria-label="Read more about WDW News Tonight&#8217;s Farewell Run Begins TONIGHT!">Read more</a></p>

<p>Shortly after our reporter noticed construction walls outside of Wicked: The Experience at Universal Studios Florida, Universal announced that the Mega Movie Parade will be on hiatus due to ongoing construction. Universal Mega Movie Parade on Hiatus Inside Universal shared the news of the parade going on hiatus: The caption reads: Universal Orlando has announced &#8230; <a title="Mega Movie Parade on Hiatus Due to Construction Walls at Universal Orlando" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/mega-movie-parade-hiatus-construction-walls-universal-orlando/" aria-label="Read more about Mega Movie Parade on Hiatus Due to Construction Walls at Universal Orlando">Read more</a></p>

<p>The Cake Bake Shop at Disney&#8217;s BoardWalk will have a special Dinner With Santa Claus offering on select days this winter. Dinner With Santa Claus at The Cake Bake Shop The event includes a three-course holiday dinner beginning with Champagne and sparkling cocktails and an hors d’oeuvre, followed by a main entrée, and concluding with &#8230; <a title="Meet Santa Claus at The Cake Bake Shop at Disney&#8217;s BoardWalk — For $200 Each" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/santa-claus-coming-to-the-cake-bake-shop-at-disneys-boardwalk/" aria-label="Read more about Meet Santa Claus at The Cake Bake Shop at Disney&#8217;s BoardWalk — For $200 Each">Read more</a></p>

<p>The final Epic Universe-inspired Universal Orlando Resort Annual Passholder-exclusive button has been revealed and will be available starting this week. Super Nintendo World UOAP Button As previously teased, this button is based on Super Nintendo World at Epic Universe. It features Mario in front of Mt. Beanpole with fireworks and the Super Nintendo World logo. &#8230; <a title="Super Nintendo World Universal Orlando Passholder Button Revealed" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/super-nintendo-world-universal-orlando-passholder-button-revealed/" aria-label="Read more about Super Nintendo World Universal Orlando Passholder Button Revealed">Read more</a></p>

<p>A new Disney Vacation Club Member Minnie Mouse ear headband has arrived at Walt Disney World Resort. DVC Ear Headband &#8211; $36.99 The padded mouse ears and headband are covered with white pleather. The interior of the headband is lined with blue velour. The ears are patterned with reddish-pink and blue DVC icons. The images, &#8230; <a title="New Disney Vacation Club Member Ear Headband at Walt Disney World" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/disney-vacation-club-member-ear-headband-wdw/" aria-label="Read more about New Disney Vacation Club Member Ear Headband at Walt Disney World">Read more</a></p>

<p>Levi&#8217;s is teaming up with Disney and Pixar to bring us a Toy Story collection full of western wear, including a tote bag, jean jackets, a vest, and more. Each items comes with one of six variable patches at the hem, featuring Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Jessie, Bullseye, Rex, or Aliens. You won&#8217;t know which patch &#8230; <a title="Levi&#8217;s Teams Up With Disney and Pixar for Toy Story Western Collection" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/levis-teams-up-with-disney-and-pixar-for-toy-story-western-collection/" aria-label="Read more about Levi&#8217;s Teams Up With Disney and Pixar for Toy Story Western Collection">Read more</a></p>

<p>Disney World has new MagicBand+ options, including Toy Story and Mickey Mouse Club. MagicBand+ bracelets allows guests to engage in unique experiences around property. Toy Story 30th Anniversary MagicBand+ &#8211; $54.99 Celebrate 30 years of Toy Story with a new limited release MagicBand+. The blue band features characters from the franchise, including Buzz Lightyear, Woody, &#8230; <a title="New Toy Story and Mickey Mouse Club Anniversary MagicBand+ at Disney World" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/new-toy-story-and-mickey-mouse-club-anniversary-magicband-at-disney-world/" aria-label="Read more about New Toy Story and Mickey Mouse Club Anniversary MagicBand+ at Disney World">Read more</a></p>

<p>Universal Orlando Resort Annual Passholders can enjoy special perks, discounts, and exclusives during the 2025 holiday season. UOAP Lounge Extended Hours The UOAP Lounge in Toon Lagoon at Universal Islands of Adventure will be open from park open to close from November 21 through January 4. Grinch Holiday Button This complimentary exclusive Grinch holiday button &#8230; <a title="Universal Orlando Annual Passholder 2025 Holiday Perks Including Grinch Button" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/universal-orlando-passholder-2025-holiday-perks/" aria-label="Read more about Universal Orlando Annual Passholder 2025 Holiday Perks Including Grinch Button">Read more</a></p>