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Sunday, May 10, 2026

Another beloved IoA landmark may be closing — the Mystic Fountain's days could be numbered, Mandalorian Mission previews are sold out, and it's Mother's Day in the parks.

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Another beloved IoA landmark may be closing — the Mystic Fountain's days could be numbered, Mandalorian Mission previews are sold out, and it's Mother's Day in the parks.

★ Sunday May 10 · 5 min read

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Sunday · May 10 · 2026 · ⛅ 92° · Happy Mother's Day 🌸

★ Today's Edition · Disney · Universal · SeaWorld ★

The Mystic Fountain's days may be numbered at Islands of Adventure.

Rumors swirl about an imminent closure for IoA's beloved interactive fountain — plus Mandalorian Mission passholder previews are already sold out, Lakeshore Lodge rises along Bay Lake, and it's Mother's Day in the parks.

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★ Universal · Islands of Adventure

The Mystic Fountain may be heading for permanent silence

Just days after the Mythos Restaurant closure announcement rocked the theme park community, another beloved Islands of Adventure icon is reportedly on the chopping block. Rumors are swirling that the Mystic Fountain — the cheeky, interactive talking fountain long tucked into The Lost Continent — may close as soon as next week. Attractions Magazine calls it "another emotional loss for fans of The Lost Continent and the park's original vision," while WDWNT notes the closure rumors are circulating online. Universal has not confirmed any timeline. The fountain, known for its improvisational banter with guests and family-friendly humor, has been a fan favorite for decades — its potential loss marks yet another chapter closing on the park's beloved original era.

★ Sources: Attractions Magazine → · WDWNT →

★ Disney · Hollywood Studios

Mandalorian Mission passholder previews are already sold out

Demand for the new Mandalorian Smugglers Run mission at Hollywood Studios has proven overwhelming: Annual Passholder reservations for the attraction's opening day are fully booked. Chip and Co reports that the Force is "definitely strong with this one," with all passholder preview slots snapped up well ahead of the public opening. The new mission replaces the Kessel Run storyline on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, dropping guests into a Mandalorian-themed adventure that fans have been eagerly anticipating since the change was announced.

★ Source: Chip and Co →

★ Disney · Walt Disney World

Lakeshore Lodge rises along Bay Lake as roofing begins

Walt Disney World's highly anticipated new Disney Vacation Club resort is taking visible shape. WDWNT's latest construction update shows roofing work underway, extensive scaffolding across the main structure, and active progress on the cabin accommodations along Bay Lake. Disney Lakeshore Lodge, which will bring a wilderness-lodge aesthetic to the Seven Seas Lagoon area, is one of Walt Disney World's most significant new hotel projects in years — and construction photos suggest it's advancing steadily toward a future opening.

Palais du Cinéma reopens a day early at EPCOT

The beloved EPCOT spot — which was set to reopen today — surprised guests by opening a day early. AllEars called it a welcome early return, with WDWNT confirming the early reopening of the France pavilion location.

★ Disney · Yacht Club

Yachtsman Steakhouse closes this week for refurbishment

Chip and Co confirms Yachtsman Steakhouse closes for its scheduled maintenance this week — immediately after the Crew's Cup Lounge reopened Saturday. Both venues share the Yacht Club Resort, which is getting a sequential refresh.

★ Sources: AllEars → · WDWNT → · Chip & Co →

Mother's Day at the parks, summer coaster revamps, and DVC news.

Disney · Animal Kingdom & More

WDW celebrates its animal moms on Mother's Day

Attractions Magazine highlights Walt Disney World's tradition of honoring the animal mothers across its parks each Mother's Day — a warm reminder that the parks celebrate all kinds of families.

DVC Members circling July 22nd for annual event

AllEars reports the beloved annual Disney Vacation Club member event is returning on July 22, 2026 — a date DVC fans will want to mark now.

Industry · Summer 2026

Theme parks choosing coaster revamps over new-builds this summer

Attractions Magazine examines a growing trend: parks across the country are refreshing classic coasters — from Six Flags to Knott's — rather than building new ones for the summer rush.

Disney · Hollywood Studios

TouringPlans looks back at their favorite attraction updates

The TouringPlans Saturday Six rounds up some of the best recent attraction refreshes across the parks — a good weekend read for anyone planning a summer trip.

Another emotional loss for fans of The Lost Continent and the park's original vision — the Mystic Fountain's potential closure marks yet another chapter ending at Islands of Adventure.

— Attractions Magazine

★ 7-Day Orlando Outlook

Storm chances build steadily all week — afternoon thunderstorms likely Monday through Tuesday, with a brief break by Wednesday.

Coming up in the parks

Special dining and animal spotlights across Walt Disney World, Universal, SeaWorld, and Busch Gardens.

Yachtsman Steakhouse Closes for Refurbishment

Disney's Yacht Club Resort — scheduled maintenance begins this week.

Mystic Fountain — Rumored Closure

Universal Islands of Adventure — rumors suggest the beloved interactive fountain may close as soon as next week. Unconfirmed.

AP Previews: Muppets Coaster & Soarin' Across America

Walt Disney World — Annual Passholders get early access ahead of the public openings at Hollywood Studios and EPCOT.

DVC Member Annual Event

Walt Disney World — the popular Disney Vacation Club member event returns for 2026.

⬤ Universal · CityWalk

Cursed Coconut Club transforms Red Coconut Club

Orlando Informer has a first look at CityWalk's seasonal Cursed Coconut Club — a themed transformation of the signature cocktail bar for 2026.

⬤ SeaWorld · Military

SeaWorld free admission for military this month

Military Appreciation Month continues at SeaWorld — active-duty and veterans receive free park admission, with year-round Waves of Honor access available.

⬤ Disney · Disneyland

Oogie Boogie Bash 2026 pre-sale dates announced

Disneyland has revealed Magic Key Holder pre-sale dates for Oogie Boogie Bash 2026 — the hugely popular Halloween party at Disney California Adventure.

⬤ Disney · Disney Springs

New Dole Whip Flight debuts at Disney Springs

AllEars reviews the new Dole Whip Flight sampler at Swirls on the Water — multiple flavors on one tray, and they say it's worth the trip to Disney Springs.

⬤ Disney · Hollywood Studios

A Disney World restaurant closing for major changes

AllEars flags an upcoming Disney World restaurant closure to make way for significant upcoming changes — one to note for summer trip planners.

A new mermaid experience arrives in Downtown Orlando

AllEars calls Downtown Orlando's new mermaid meet-and-greet attraction "worth a whole trip to Orlando" — a fun non-park option for families.