Outside the Disney Bubble
Don’t tell Mickey, but sometimes we even talk about events and news outside of the Disney bubble! Here you’ll find information about other theme parks, restaurants, and more outside of Disney.
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Jan- 2026 -12 January
Universal Studios Florida Shutters One of Its Most Loved Locations for All of 2026
Guests walking through Universal Studios Florida lately may notice something missing—and it’s not subtle once you realize it’s gone. One…
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11 January
Universal CityWalk Fixes a Long-Standing Guest Complaint
CityWalk nights tend to start the same way. You wander. You debate food options. You think you’ve made a decision…
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11 January
Universal’s Epic Failure: How a Mario Keychain and an Autism Misunderstanding Ruined a Family’s Vacation
The promise of Universal’s Epic Universe was supposed to be one of pure magic and unprecedented immersion. But for one…
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10 January
Six Flags’ Billion-Dollar Gamble: Can Massive New Debt Save the 2026 Season?
The “King of Thrills” is strapped into a financial rollercoaster that would make even the most seasoned coaster enthusiast lose…
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9 January
Universal Orlando’s Most Hated Ride Could Finally Be on the Chopping Block
For a long time, fans of Universal Orlando Resort have shared one quiet hope. It appears during long waits, infiltrates…
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9 January
Universal Orlando Confirms NEW Wizarding World Experience Is Here
Something exciting just landed inside The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and fans picked up on it almost immediately. There…
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8 January
Halloween Horror Nights 2026 Dates Revealed for 35th Anniversary
Universal Orlando Resort has released the dates for Halloween Horror Nights 2026. The annual Halloween event will celebrate its 35th…
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8 January
Universal Orlando Confirms Several New Offerings Ahead of 2026
Universal Orlando doesn’t feel like it’s waiting for guests anymore. It feels like it’s already in motion — whether you’re…
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6 January
Universal Epic Universe Shares Big News Ahead of Celestial Park Closure
In Universal Epic Universe news, Celestial Park closed down a large portion of the area without notice. What’s going on…
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5 January
Florida Govt To Pay $6.5 Million to Company Building Disney World Competitor in Orlando
Osceola County is handing millions of dollars to developers constructing a direct rival to Walt Disney World Resort’s most popular…
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5 January
Disney Star Says Universal Fired Him for Reporting “Pedophile” Coworker
A former Disney Channel actor is accusing Universal Studios Hollywood of wrongful termination after allegedly reporting a coworker he suspected…
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5 January
3 Beloved Characters Step Away From Universal Orlando Resort
There’s a specific moment every year when the holidays at Universal Orlando Resort quietly come to an end—and this year,…
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5 January
After 40 Years, Dolly Parton Confirms Closure of Dollywood Theme Park
Dolly Parton’s signature theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, has officially closed its doors following a historic 40th anniversary season.…
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4 January
Universal’s Iconic ‘Jurassic Park’ Ride Closes Earlier Than Expected, Gone for Nearly a Year
There’s something uniquely unsettling about a theme park ride entering its final days without warning signs. No farewell banners. No…
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4 January
The Soul of the Smokies at a Crossroads: Why Dollywood’s 2026 “Digital Evolution” has Fans Sounding the Alarm
For four decades, Dollywood has been more than just a theme park; it has been a sanctuary of Southern hospitality.…
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3 January
Jurassic Park Era Ends—$14.8M Rebuild Details Suppressed by Universal
Universal Orlando Resort has announced that today, January 3, 2026, is the final day to ride the beloved opening-day Jurassic…
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3 January
Universal Orlando Resort Shakes Things Up With 4 NEW Attraction Reveals in 2026
Universal Orlando Resort is moving differently right now. There’s no countdown clock. No cinematic teaser. No grand announcement meant to…
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2 January
Universal Orlando Avoids Public Cancellation, Quietly Removes Offensive Signage From Park
Universal Orlando Resort managed to sidestep a potential public relations disaster by discreetly removing problematic signage that had been hiding…
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2 January
A New ‘Harry Potter’ Theme Park Is Coming – And It’s Shattering Records
Potterheads are in for yet another magical experience, as plans have been announced for a new Harry Potter theme park.…
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1 January
Devastating Blow for Guests: Record-Breaking Cold Forces Park Closures as Animatronics Freeze
Central Florida theme parks were frozen in time as animatronics stopped functioning and parks closed, leading to vacations being disrupted.…
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