Hi there! Welcome to our weekly roundup of the most interesting theme park news around Universal Orlando, the Walt Disney World Resort, SeaWorld Orlando, Universal Studios Hollywood, Disneyland Resort, other theme parks and more.
Weekly Roundup of Theme Park News
- To celebrate World Gratitude Day, Disney Cruise Line is extending a special thank you with a limited-time offer — snag 40% off select sailings between Oct. 17 and Dec. 19, 2025, out of Port Canaveral, Fort Lauderdale and Galveston. Plus, when booking through Undercover Tourist, you'll also receive exclusive savings and a free in-room decor set! Jump on this deal NOW, as it's only sticking around through Sept. 25, 2025.
- The 2025 celebrity narrator lineup for EPCOT's Candlelight Processional features new faces and fan favorites, including Jennifer Garner, Brie Larson, Jordan Fisher and more. As a long-standing tradition during the Festival of the Holidays, the narrator recounts the story of Christmas with the help from the Voices of Liberty, cast member and community choirs and a 50-piece orchestra. For the full lineup and more info on dining packages to secure a seat, hop over to our Candlelight Processional guide.
- If you're lucky enough to be sailing on the Disney Treasure during its first-ever Halloween season, be sure to say hello to the magical pumpkin tree, Ginger, in the Grand Hall. Inspired by Genie from "Aladdin," Ginger's story unfolds on the first night of the Halloween on the High Seas sailings, as the ship's storytellers, Coriander and Sage, introduce her to trick-or-treating. Sailing on a different ship? Each Disney Cruise Line ship has its own unique pumpkin tree for the season.
- Ever wonder what lies in the depths of the ocean? SeaWorld Orlando has teased a brand-new suspended dark ride, SeaQuest: Legends of the Deep, which will debut in 2026. The unique attraction will invite families to embark on a submersible adventure through ecosystems that few have ever seen. From immersive theming and advanced special effects to a dazzling finale, SeaQuest celebrates the ocean's legendary sea life, resilience and beauty. Stay tuned for future updates!
- From Bloody Mary's origin story to an abandoned zoo hiding animal/human experiments, two brand-new haunted mazes join the fog at Knott's Scary Farm this Halloween season. On select nights from Sept. 18 to Nov. 1, 2025, guests can get their frights in while braving eight other returning mazes, five scare zones and three live shows. Learn more about Knott's Berry Farm's annual horror event in our Scary Farm guide.
That's a wrap on the latest theme park news.
Hoppy planning!
