Hi there! Welcome to our weekly roundup of the most interesting news around Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disney Cruise Line, Universal Orlando, Universal Studios Hollywood and other theme parks and cruise lines.
Weekly Roundup of Theme Park and Cruise News
- Accio Butterbeer! Celebrate Butterbeer Season 2026 with new limited-time Butterbeer treats and merchandise at Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood from March 1 to May 31, 2026. On both coasts, you'll find the Butterbeer Waffle all day long at Three Broomsticks in Hogsmeade (as well as The Leaky Cauldron in Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida). The Butterbeer Cream Puff also returns to Hollywood. Meanwhile, Universal Orlando will also introduce the Butterbeer Cupcake and Butterbeer Cookie Sandwich, as well as the Bièraubeurre Creme Brûlée at Epic Universe. We can't wait to try them all!
- Hungry for more foodie news? The Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival menus are here, promising delicious bites and bevvies inspired by the Golden State. For more info about the festival, hop over to our DCA Food & Wine Festival guide and full menus post. We also got a sneak peek at the specialty menu items available during the Disneyland After Dark: 70 Years of Favorites event. So many delicious things to try — where do we even start?!
- I didn't know I needed Orange Bird wearing glasses in my life, but now I do. We're buzzing over the new EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival merch, featuring Orange Bird and Spike the Bee. From a Spike the Bee Loungefly backpack to a pastel Orange Blue spirit jersey, we know what we're making a beeline for at Creations Shop.
- Do you wanna draw a snowman? New details have been revealed about The Magic of Disney Animation coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios in late summer 2026. This family-friendly experience will be home to many interactive and creative activities, including "Olaf Draws!" (learn how to draw your favorite characters with Olaf) and "Off the Page!" (meet Rapunzel, Mulan, Stitch and more Disney friends).
- Fitting for a marvel-ous superhero legend, Robert Downey Jr. has been named as the godparent of the Disney Adventure. Earlier this week, the newest ship of the Disney Cruise Line fleet made a stop in Tokyo after crossing the International Date Line during its journey to the final destination in Singapore. The maiden voyage will commence March 10, becoming the first Disney ship to homeport in Asia.
- If you're dreaming of a Disney cruise, whether it's in Singapore, Europe, the Caribbean or Alaska, you've got plenty of options, especially now that the general public can book summer 2027 sailings. Don't froget that Undercover Tourist offers exclusive savings on Disney Cruise Line sailings (including these new summer 2027 offerings!). To learn more about Disney Cruise Line's new summer 2027 itineraries, hop over to this post.
- It's your last chance to hop on Undercover Tourist's best deal! Grab Walt Disney World Resort adult tickets at child prices before it's too late. Tickets are valid for visits through Dec. 31, 2026, for 3-Day tickets or longer. Grown-ups, talkin' directly to you. Visiting during Cool Kids' Summer is the perfect opportunity to live out your childhood dreams or relive your favorite memories — you'll basically be a kid again!
That's a wrap on the latest theme park and cruise news.
Hoppy planning!
