Disney reports record theme park revenue despite lower attendance — plus the Muppets coaster is almost here, and Bluey's bringing fairy bread to Animal Kingdom.
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Disney's parks just had a record quarter — with fewer guests than before
Disney Q2 earnings beat expectations with record theme park revenue even as attendance dipped — and the company laid out an ambitious AI strategy for everything from vacation planning to staffing.
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★ Disney · Earnings & Business
Record park revenue, lower attendance — and Disney is leaning into AI
Disney posted record revenue and operating income for its theme park segment in its second fiscal quarter — the first earnings call under new CEO Josh D'Amaro — sending the stock surging. The result is striking: fewer guests visiting, but each one spending more. Disney executives said they aren't worried about the attendance dip , pointing to strong bookings ahead.
The earnings call also delivered a detailed AI roadmap: Disney outlined plans to use artificial intelligence across vacation planning, Disney+ recommendations, and park staffing . Theme Park Insider's Robert Niles called it a strategy worth getting excited about . The company also addressed Abu Dhabi, where Disney appeared to hedge on its expansion timeline .
★ Sources: Theme Park Insider → Attractions Magazine → AllEars →
★ Hollywood Studios · Upcoming Opening
The Muppets coaster is almost here — new photos show a ride ready for its close-up
Fresh photos from Attractions Magazine show Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets in near-complete form — updated exterior artwork, a colorful redesigned guitar, and hidden references for longtime fans sprinkled throughout. Meanwhile, Laughing Place spotted the new Muppets poster going up as the Aerosmith signage came down — the final visual cue that passholder previews are imminent.
★ Sources: Attractions Magazine → Laughing Place →
Star Wars Celebration 2027 sold out at lightspeed
Tickets for Star Wars Celebration 2027 in Los Angeles sold out within hours, leaving fans furious after waiting in long queues. Laughing Place has the story .
Bluey brings Fairy Bread Cake to Animal Kingdom
A new Bluey-themed Fairy Bread Cake is heading to Disney's Animal Kingdom as the beloved Australian pup continues her takeover of Walt Disney World. Laughing Place has the sweet details.
★ Hollywood Studios · Construction
The Walt Disney Studios Courtyard takes shape as walls come down
More construction walls have come down in the former Sorcerer's Hat area at Hollywood Studios, revealing the emerging Walt Disney Studios Courtyard. Laughing Place captured photos of the new "Animation" sign installed under the Sorcerer's Hat — a clear signal that the reinvented hub is closing in on a reveal. In related HS news, the Galaxy's Edge entrance sign into Toy Story Land has quietly returned after a nearly year-long absence.
★ Source: Laughing Place →
From castle paint to Halloween teasers — it's a busy week.
Disney · Magic Kingdom
Cinderella Castle rocks and Tomorrowland/Fantasyland bridges getting fresh paint
Sugar Art is already gone from EPCOT's China Pavilion — after just one month
Disney · Animal Kingdom Lodge
Baby Red River Hog piglets preparing for their savanna debut
2 popular Magic Kingdom dining spots could close this summer
HHN 35 spec maps tease Stranger Things, Hellraiser, and Ozzy Osbourne houses
Peppa Pig Theme Park · I-Drive
Peppa Pig Theme Park Florida kicks off "Pig Family Travel Adventure" summer event
Record revenue and operating income for its theme park segment — in his first investors call since taking over as Disney CEO, Josh D'Amaro delivered.
— Theme Park Insider — Disney shows strong financial results, despite oil prices
Coming up in the parks
V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days — EPCOT
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AP Previews: Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets — Hollywood Studios
Passholder previews imminent — new photos show ride nearing completion.
AP Previews: Soarin' Across America — EPCOT
Annual Passholder & DVC early access dates forthcoming.
Blue Man Group — New Show — ICON Park
Brand-new production now running on International Drive.
V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days Ends — EPCOT
Last day for the exclusive passholder lounge and summer perks.
Cinderella Castle rocks and bridges getting a fresh coat of paint
Sugar Art disappears from China Pavilion after just one month
Toy Story Land's Galaxy's Edge entrance sign returns after year-long absence
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2026 has a notable change this year
⬤ Disney · Animal Kingdom Lodge
Baby Red River Hog piglets preparing for savanna debut at AKL
HHN 35 spec maps tease Stranger Things, Hellraiser, Ozzy Osbourne houses
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★ SOURCES · LAUGHING PLACE · WDWNT · ATTRACTIONS MAGAZINE · THEME PARK INSIDER · ALLEARS.NET · CHIP AND CO ★