Big Thunder Mountain Railroad reopening date announced after refurbishment of 'wildest ride in the wilderness'

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Walt Disney World is set to reopen next month, following an extensive refurbishment that adds new visual elements while maintaining the ride’s classic storyline and thrills.

Disney reveals Big Thunder Mountain reopening date
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Drew Smith, Drew the Disney Dude joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom moments after Walt Disney World revealed their reopening date for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom, along with a reduced height limit and brand-new track.

Buddy, the largest alligator at Gatorland, has died

A 'real Florida OG' as he was affectionately known, Buddy measured 13 feet, 8 inches long and weighed nearly 1,000 pounds.

Disney: Red river hog piglets born at Animal Kingdom Lodge

Three red river hog piglets born at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge will soon make their public debut at the resort's savanna.

Disney World rolls out tickets for park entry after 2 p.m.

Disney World is selling specially-priced tickets that allow visitors access to its theme parks in the afternoon.

DOJ lawsuit: SeaWorld's walker, rollator ban violated Americans with Disabilities Act

The U.S. Department of Justice filed a civil lawsuit against United Parks & Resorts, the parent company of SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, alleging that its ban on certain wheeled walkers and rollator walkers violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Halloween Horror Nights: Tickets now on sale for Universal's after-hours event

Universal Orlando has revealed the dates and started selling tickets for the highly-anticipated Halloween Horror Nights, which kicks off Aug. 28.

Halloween Horror Nights 35: Universal Orlando reveals theme, return of icons

Universal Orlando has unleashed details about this year's Halloween Horror Nights including the event's theme and a haunted house that will feature two popular icons.

Is Epic Universe the greatest theme park in the world?
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Tharin White, Lead Publisher at EYNTK.info joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the TIME Magazine naming Universal's Epic Universe one of the World's Greatest Places, the only U.S. theme park on the list, Stardust Racers' reopening for annual maintenance being delayed again and Bar 17 Bistro at Universal Aventura Hotel getting a revamped menu.

Sesame Street vs. SeaWorld: Sesame Workshop files lawsuit to end deal

Could Sesame Street, Elmo, Big Bird, and Cookie Monster leave SeaWorld soon? Sesame Workshop filed a lawsuit against SeaWorld.

Stardust Racers: Why is it closed, and when will it reopen?

One of the "must ride" roller coasters at Universal's Epic Universe theme park has been closed for three weeks – and it looks like the ride is going to be down for a few more weeks.

Disney names Disneyland president Thomas Mazloum as next parks chair

Disneyland Resort president Thomas Mazloum will become the next chair of Disney Experiences, the division that includes the company's theme parks, cruise line and merchandise.

Downtown Orlando plaque commemorates spot of Disney's 'Florida Project' announcement

A new plaque in downtown Orlando commemorates the place where Walt Disney, in 1965, announced his plans for the “Florida Project"—which would become Walt Disney World.