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Thursday, May 14, 2026

Bluey's Wild World opens May 26 at Animal Kingdom with virtual queue; Muppets coaster nears launch; Ahsoka Season 2 confirmed for 2027.

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Bluey's Wild World opens May 26 at Animal Kingdom with virtual queue; Muppets coaster nears launch; Ahsoka Season 2 confirmed for 2027.

★ Thursday May 14 · 5 min read

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Thursday · May 14 · 2026 · ☀ 88°

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

Bluey's Wild World lands at Animal Kingdom on May 26 — virtual queue required, train access confirmed.

Disney's most in-demand new family experience gets its opening date. Plus: the Muppets coaster nears launch, Tropical Americas construction advances, Ahsoka Season 2 locks 2027, and Hollywood Studios gets two big Muppets additions on the same day.

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★ Disney · Animal Kingdom

Bluey's Wild World opens May 26 at Conservation Station — virtual queue required, train is the way in

Disney has officially set May 26 as the opening date for Bluey's Wild World at Conservation Station in Disney's Animal Kingdom. The new experience — featuring Bluey, Bingo, and the Heeler family — will require a virtual queue to visit, and crucially, guests must access it via the Wildlife Express Train from Harambe station rather than walking directly. Attractions Magazine has a full breakdown of how the queue and train logistics will work, and TouringPlans has the key planning details, including virtual queue timing strategy. Expect high demand — this is set to be one of the most sought-after Disney experiences of the summer.

★ Sources: Attractions Magazine → | Theme Park Insider →

★ Disney · Hollywood Studios · Muppets

Muppets Coaster · Hollywood Studios

Muppets coaster nears opening — fresh photos show updated art, redesigned guitar, hidden references

Attractions Magazine has fresh exterior photos of the upcoming Muppets roller coaster at Hollywood Studios, showing updated facade artwork, a colorful redesigned guitar, and hidden details fans will want to look for on opening day. A launch date has not been officially announced.

Attractions Magazine →

FØØD by Swedish Chef · Opens May 26

FØØD by Swedish Chef debuts May 26 at Hollywood Studios with refreshed look and new menu

The Muppets-themed quick-service restaurant FØØD by Swedish Chef opens at Disney's Hollywood Studios on May 26 — the same day as Bluey's Wild World. The eatery gets a refreshed look and an all-new menu inspired by the beloved chaos of the Swedish Chef.

Tropical Americas construction advances — Encanto and Indiana Jones ride sites take shape

The Tropical Americas land replacing DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney's Animal Kingdom is making visible progress, with fresh construction photos showing the foundations and steel emerging on both the Encanto -themed attraction and the new Indiana Jones ride sites. Attractions Magazine has the full photo update — the scope of the project is becoming much clearer as DinoLand's former footprint is transformed.

★ Source: Attractions Magazine →

★ Disney · Star Wars · Disney Upfront

Ahsoka Season 2 confirmed for 2027 — Disney Upfront spotlights Galaxy's Edge and Star Tours tie-ins

Disney's 2026 Upfront presentation officially confirmed Ahsoka Season 2 is coming to Disney+ in 2027, per Chip and Co . The Upfront also highlighted connections between the upcoming programming slate and Disney Parks — including new Ahsoka storylines tied to Star Tours and Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge experiences, as Attractions Magazine details. The Savannah Bananas also made the Upfront, signaling deeper Disney-sports entertainment crossovers on the way.

★ Sources: Attractions Magazine → | Chip and Co →

★ Disney · Hollywood Studios & EPCOT

Hollywood Studios · Tower of Terror

Tower of Terror outdoor queue refurbishment now underway

Work has officially begun on the outdoor queue area of The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at Hollywood Studios. The attraction remains open during refurbishment, though the queue area will see changes as part of the work.

EPCOT · CommuniCore Hall

GoofyCore decals appear on CommuniCore Hall as Goofy's Cool Kids' Summer preps

Goofy-themed "GoofyCore" decals are now on the exterior of CommuniCore Hall at EPCOT, just one day after the venue closed for updates ahead of Goofy's Cool Kids' Summer special event launching this season.

More from the parks: Lost Continent fades, AquaGlow returns, Cole Haan at Disney Springs.

Universal · Islands of Adventure

Islands of Adventure's Lost Continent is slowly closing — piece by piece

The Attractions Podcast covers the gradual wind-down of the Lost Continent area at Islands of Adventure — including the Mystic Fountain closure — as Universal repurposes the land for future expansion.

SeaWorld · Aquatica Orlando

AquaGlow returns to Aquatica Orlando for year three — now with new laser effects

Aquatica Orlando's nighttime AquaGlow after-hours event is back for its third year with new laser effects, glowing slide experiences, and updated dining options. Attractions Magazine has the full what's-new breakdown.

Disney · Disney Springs

Cole Haan coming to Disney Springs as the shopping district reshuffles tenants

Premium footwear and accessories brand Cole Haan is heading to Disney Springs, filling space left by recent retail closures. The arrival continues a broader reshuffling of the shopping district's tenant mix.

Universal now casting performers for upcoming holiday parade

Universal Orlando has posted casting calls for performers in a holiday parade — an early signal that the resort is already building out its fall and winter entertainment lineup.

A Muppets coaster, FØØD by Swedish Chef, Bluey's Wild World, and Tropical Americas all advancing at once — Disney is stacking its most family-driven construction slate in years.

— Park Pulse Daily — May 14, 2026

★ 7-Day Orlando Outlook

A beautiful stretch of sunshine through Friday gives way to a chance of afternoon storms this weekend.

Coming up in the parks

Viva La Música Weekend 2 — SeaWorld & Glory in the Gardens — Busch Gardens

SeaWorld Orlando: Latin music festival Sat–Sun. Busch Gardens Tampa: Glory in the Gardens garden event Sat–Sun.

Universal Summer Blockbuster Experiences Begin

Mega Movie Parade, Spielberg Experience, Amity, and JAWS activations launch at Universal Orlando. Runs through August 10.

Bluey's Wild World Opens + FØØD by Swedish Chef Debuts

Disney's Animal Kingdom: Bluey's Wild World opens at Conservation Station (virtual queue required, train access). Hollywood Studios: FØØD by Swedish Chef opens same day. Free water park on check-in day also begins May 26.

Epic Universe Open Hub Debut — Celestial Park for Premiere Orlando

Convention attendees get first-ever public access to Celestial Park without full ticket. Runs May 30–June 1 at Universal Epic Universe.

Electric Ocean & IGNITE Fireworks/Drone Show — SeaWorld Orlando

SeaWorld's signature summer event returns with an all-new drone show alongside IGNITE Fireworks Spectacular. Runs through September 7.

Disney · Magic Kingdom

Tomorrowland bridge wrecking permit filed — Magic Kingdom transformation accelerates

Cole Haan announced for Disney Springs

Universal · Fast & Furious

Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift track supports installed at USF

Disney · Galaxy's Edge

Disney chef reveals how Star Wars storytelling shapes Galaxy's Edge food

Disney · Polynesian Resort

Polynesian Village Resort construction continues — bus stop nears completion

Sam Eagle Muppets popcorn bucket & America 250th food items coming to Disneyland