Passholder previews set for Muppets Coaster and Soarin' Across America — plus V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days kicks off at EPCOT today.
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Passholder previews confirmed for Muppets Coaster and Soarin' Across America
Annual Passholders and DVC members will get early access to two of Disney World's most-anticipated new attractions — and V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days officially kicked off at EPCOT today.
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★ Disney World · Upcoming Attractions
AP and DVC preview dates officially set for two major new rides
Walt Disney World has officially announced Annual Passholder preview dates for Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets at Hollywood Studios and Soarin' Across America at EPCOT. Disney Vacation Club members will also receive their own dedicated preview window for both attractions, per Chip and Co . The Muppets coaster replaces the longtime Aerosmith version at Hollywood Studios, while Soarin' Across America brings a new film to EPCOT's beloved hang-glider simulator. TouringPlans has the full breakdown of both preview windows.
★ Sources: Chip and Co → TouringPlans →
★ EPCOT · Passholder Event
V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days is officially underway at EPCOT
The annual passholder celebration returned to EPCOT today and runs daily through July 31. This year's edition brings a dedicated passholder lounge, exclusive meet-and-greet experiences, and limited merchandise — including the always-popular commemorative magnet. TouringPlans spent the first day checking out all of it , from the lounge setup to the character appearances and specialty merch drops happening throughout the summer.
★ Sources: Laughing Place → TouringPlans →
Monstropolis takes a new shape
The former Muppets Courtyard is getting angular: triangular frames have appeared on multiple structures being restyled into Monstropolis. WDWNT has photos of the latest construction angles.
A fourth ferry joins the fleet
Walt Disney World is adding a fourth boat to the Seven Seas Lagoon ferry fleet, set to enter service next year on the TTC-to-Magic Kingdom route. Theme Park Insider has details.
★ ICON Park · New Show
Blue Man Group is back in Orlando — bigger than before
Blue Man Group returned to Orlando on May 1 with a brand-new show in a brand-new theater at ICON Park on International Drive. TouringPlans reviewed the production and found it a fresh take on the iconic multimedia performance — worth a visit for both newcomers and longtime fans of the three blue performers.
★ Source: TouringPlans →
A big week for Disney — and Universal's gearing up too .
Disney · Imagineering
Club Penguin co-founder Lane Merrifield joins Walt Disney Imagineering
Disney · Magic Kingdom
Tangled-themed restrooms in Fantasyland close for planned refurbishment
Disney · Hollywood Studios
Groovy new Muppets paint spotted around Rock 'n' Roller Coaster gift shop
"Let the Magic Begin" welcome show running without characters — is it gone for good?
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2026 ticket prices revealed
Cursed Coconut Club 2026 transforms Red Coconut Club — first look inside
Big Thunder Mountain is back! After a 16-month closure, Big Thunder opened to huge crowds and long wait times.
— TouringPlans — 5 Things to Know About the New Big Thunder Refresh
★ 7-Day Orlando Outlook
Sunny and hot through Thursday, with storm chances creeping in Friday afternoon.
Coming up in the parks
V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days — EPCOT
Passholder lounge, characters & exclusive merch. Daily through July 31.
Blue Man Group — New Show, New Theater — ICON Park
Brand-new production now running on International Drive.
AP Previews: Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets — Hollywood Studios
Annual Passholder & DVC early access announced; specific dates forthcoming.
AP Previews: Soarin' Across America — EPCOT
Passholder previews announced for EPCOT's revamped hang-glider ride; dates pending.
V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days Ends — EPCOT
Last day for the exclusive passholder lounge and summer perks.
Tangled restrooms close for planned refurb in Fantasyland
Is MK's "Let the Magic Begin" welcome show gone for good?
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2026 ticket prices now revealed
⬤ Disney · Imagineering
Club Penguin co-founder Lane Merrifield starts at Walt Disney Imagineering
⬤ Universal · CityWalk
Cursed Coconut Club 2026 transforms Red Coconut Club — first look
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★ SOURCES · LAUGHING PLACE · TOURINGPLANS · WDWNT · CHIP AND CO · THEME PARK INSIDER · ORLANDO INFORMER ★