A Cuba earthquake rattled Central Florida and briefly closed Disney World attractions. Plus: Soarin' Across America first-look details, Halloween Horror Nights 2026 gets its first house (Sinners), and Mickey's Not-So-Scary showtimes are here.
★ Earthquake Near Disney · June 9 · 5 min read
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★ Cuba Quake · Soarin' Across America · HHN Sinners · MNSSHP Showtimes ★
A Cuba Earthquake Briefly Rattled Disney World Attractions
A Gulf earthquake sent shockwaves through Central Florida yesterday, temporarily closing Disney attractions as a precaution. Plus: Soarin' Across America first-look details, HHN 2026 gets its first house, and MNSSHP entertainment showtimes drop.
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★ Breaking · Central Florida · Unexpected
"Did You Feel That?" — Cuba Earthquake Briefly Rattles Central Florida and Disney World
A Gulf-of-Mexico earthquake near Cuba sent a wave of texts across Central Florida on Monday afternoon — "Did you feel that?" — and the effects were felt at Walt Disney World, where several Disney World attractions temporarily closed as a precaution , according to Attractions Magazine. Some guests reported feeling a faint rumble; others noticed nothing at all. The AllEars team confirmed the temporary closures , and the Orlando Sentinel called it the largest-ever earthquake in the Gulf to shake Florida.
Attractions were inspected and reopened fairly quickly — this was a precautionary measure, not structural damage — but it's a genuinely rare event for a region that almost never feels seismic activity. If you were in the parks yesterday afternoon and noticed a brief pause, now you know why.
★ Sources: Attractions Magazine · AllEars · Orlando Sentinel →
★ Disney · EPCOT & DCA · Coming Soon
First Look: Soarin' Across America — New Scenes, New Scents, New Music
Disney has shared a detailed first look at Soarin' Across America, the new limited-run film replacing Soarin' Around the World for the United States' 250th anniversary, and Attractions Magazine has all the scene-by-scene details . The new film will take guests over Mount Rushmore, New York Harbor, Hawaii, the Grand Canyon, and more — with updated scents and new music composed specifically for the experience. EPCOT guests also get a revamped queue with America-themed trivia.
The new film debuts at both EPCOT and Disney California Adventure as part of the broader America 250 celebration — a meaningful upgrade for one of Disney's most beloved classic attractions.
★ Source: Attractions Magazine →
⬤ Disney · Disney Springs
The Disney Springs Food Trucks Are Gone — Officially
The food trucks at Exposition Park on Disney Springs' West Side have officially rolled out for the last time. AllEars confirmed they've been removed , and WDWNT has photos of the cleared-out space . The trucks had been a budget-friendly staple at Disney Springs for years.
⬤ Universal · Halloween Horror Nights
Sinners Is HHN 2026's First Announced House
The Mississippi Delta is coming to Universal Orlando — and it's bringing vampires. Orlando Informer reports that Ryan Coogler's Academy Award-winning horror film Sinners has been officially announced as the first house for HHN 2026 — a marquee get for one of the most acclaimed supernatural films in years.
★ Disney · Magic Kingdom · Fall Planning
Plan Your Fall Nights: Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Entertainment Showtimes Are Here
Disney has officially dropped the full entertainment showtimes for Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2026 — making now the time to start sketching out your evening touring strategy. Chip and Co has the complete schedule , including parade times, Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular show slots, and fireworks windows. If you're attending MNSSHP this fall, bookmark this one — it's your planning backbone for the night.
★ Source: Chip and Co →
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Universal · Epic Universe
One Year of Epic Universe: GM Jeff Polk on Hidden Details, Guest Favorites, and What Comes Next
Universal · Universal Orlando
Universal Orlando Summer 2026: What's New, What's Back, and What's Best for Every Age Group
Bluey at Disney: Comparing Every Experience Across Parks, Cruise Line — Which One Is Best?
A faint rumble from Cuba, a new horizon over America, vampires coming to Universal, and candy corn already on the horizon. Even in June, the parks are living in the future.
— Park Pulse Daily — June 9, 2026
★ Week Ahead Forecast
Today stays mostly dry — afternoon storm chance peaks around 30%. Storm chances climb to 50% Wednesday and Thursday, with Friday hitting 60%.
★ TUE = Best touring window · Storm chances climb daily through the week
Coming up in the parks
SeaWorld IGNITE Fireworks & Drone Show Opens
SeaWorld Orlando's IGNITE Fireworks Spectacular and new drone show launch for the summer, running through September 7.
Toy Story 5 Opens in Theaters
Pixar's Toy Story 5 hits theaters nationwide — Disney is expecting huge crowds on opening weekend.
Busch Gardens Giraffe Celebration Weekend
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay hosts Giraffe Celebration Weekend, June 20–21.
626 Day — Lilo & Stitch Celebration
Disney Parks and stores celebrate Experiment 626 with Stitch merchandise, Loungefly collections, and special character moments.
Universal Kids Resort Opens in Frisco, Texas
Universal's all-new family resort opens its doors — Silver Annual Passes already sold out. TouringPlans will be on-site for coverage.
Marvel's Spidey Season 5 Premieres on Disney Jr.
Rocket, Groot, Mr. Fantastic, and Silk join the cast in the new season, premiering July 13 on Disney Jr.
New Solar-Powered Trash & Recycling Cans Debut Around EPCOT's World Showcase
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★ SOURCES · Attractions Magazine · AllEars.net · Orlando Sentinel · WDW News Today · TouringPlans · Orlando Informer · Chip and Co ★