<p>Universal shared more details about the lands in Universal Kids Resort, we get our first look at Woody and Buzz in Toy Story 5, and Walt Disney World adds more DAS details — all this and more in today&#8217;s daily recap for Wednesday, October 15, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios &#8230; <a title="Apparent Guest Suicide at Disney&#8217;s Contemporary Resort: Daily Recap (10/15/25)" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/apparent-suicide-contemporary-resort-daily-recap-10-15-25/" aria-label="Read more about Apparent Guest Suicide at Disney&#8217;s Contemporary Resort: Daily Recap (10/15/25)">Read more</a></p>

<p>As we previously reported, Universal Orlando Resort has confirmed there will be &#8220;construction activity&#8221; in the Lost Continent area of Universal Islands of Adventure, potentially for a brand new land. Universal Orlando Resort has filed a brand new permit for the Lost Continent Project (UO P555). In the permit details, 7 acres total have been &#8230; <a title="New Permit Filed For 7 Acres at Lost Continent Project Islands of Adventure" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/new-permit-filed-for-7-acres-at-lost-continent-project-islands-of-adventure/" aria-label="Read more about New Permit Filed For 7 Acres at Lost Continent Project Islands of Adventure">Read more</a></p>

<p>Universal Studios Hollywood has the new Universal Monsters apparel collection by Faith in Chaos, featuring Frankenstein&#8217;s Monster, Wolfman, Dracula, and more. Universal Monsters Apparel by Faith in Chaos We found the collection in the Universal Studio Store. Frankenstein&#8217;s Monster Pullover Hoodie &#8211; $70 The collection&#8217;s artwork is created by Tristan Eaton. On the kangaroo pocket &#8230; <a title="Universal Monsters Collection by Faith in Chaos Arrives at Universal Studios Hollywood" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/universal-monsters-faith-in-chaos-apparel-hollywood/" aria-label="Read more about Universal Monsters Collection by Faith in Chaos Arrives at Universal Studios Hollywood">Read more</a></p>

<p>Disney Store has added Goofy, Mochi, and Baymax headband plush to their lineup of options available online. Each headband plush features a Velcro strap for attaching it to a headband. Headbands are sold separately for $11.99. Goofy Headband Plush &#8211; $13.99 The Goofy plush depicts Mickey&#8217;s friend wearing his green top hat. He has felt &#8230; <a title="Goofy, Baymax, and Mochi Headband Plush Available From Disney Store" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/goofy-baymax-mochi-headband-plush-disney-store/" aria-label="Read more about Goofy, Baymax, and Mochi Headband Plush Available From Disney Store">Read more</a></p>

<p>Celebrate the holidays with new beaded friendship bracelets by Little Words Project, now available at Walt Disney World. We found these in Port of Entry at EPCOT. Each bracelet comes with a small drawstring bag. &#8220;Holiday Magic&#8221; Bracelet &#8211; $30 This bracelet is made of both translucent and pearlescent beads of various shapes and sizes &#8230; <a title="Holiday Friendship Bracelets by Little Words Project Appear at Walt Disney World" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/holiday-friendship-bracelets-little-words-project-wdw/" aria-label="Read more about Holiday Friendship Bracelets by Little Words Project Appear at Walt Disney World">Read more</a></p>

<p>More of the trims and trappings of Animation Courtyard in Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios have been torn down ahead of the area&#8217;s transformation. Animation Courtyard Demolition All of the awnings and their frames have been removed from the theater that previously housed Disney Jr. Play and Dance! There are paint-less strips on the walls where the &#8230; <a title="Star Wars Launch Bay Sign Removed at Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/star-wars-launch-bay-sign-removed-disneys-hollywood-studios/" aria-label="Read more about Star Wars Launch Bay Sign Removed at Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios">Read more</a></p>

<p>Got a few thousand dollars to spare? There&#8217;s a new crystal-covered Beauty and the Beast figure available from Arribas Brothers at Disneyland. Beauty and the Beast Figure &#8211; $3,900 This is a detailed sculpture of the Beast in his suit and Belle in her yellow ballgown, dancing together on an ornate base. The Beast&#8217;s jacket &#8230; <a title="Almost $4K Beauty and the Beast Figure Available at Disneyland" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/4k-beauty-and-beast-figure-disneyland/" aria-label="Read more about Almost $4K Beauty and the Beast Figure Available at Disneyland">Read more</a></p>

<p>Coral Reef Restaurant has a new menu board located outside the building, which is designed to celebrate the 1980s EPCOT Center. New Menu Board Sign Coral Reef Restaurant is a seafood restaurant located in EPCOT&#8217;s World Nature. Guests can view a living coral reef and the 2,000+ sea creatures who call it home. A new &#8230; <a title="Coral Reef Adds Menu Board Celebrating 1980s EPCOT Center" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/coral-reef-adds-menu-board-celebrating-1980s-epcot-center/" aria-label="Read more about Coral Reef Adds Menu Board Celebrating 1980s EPCOT Center">Read more</a></p>

<p>A new parks-exclusive Spider-Man sweater by Her Universe has swung into Disneyland Resort. Spider-Man Sweater by Her Universe &#8211; $74.99 This collegiate-style sweater is mostly red with a dark blue V-neck, cuffs, and hem. Beige stripes are wrapped around the upper section of the sleeves, close to the shoulders. Embroidered in white on the left &#8230; <a title="Spider-Man Sweater by Her Universe Available at Disneyland Resort" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/spider-man-sweater-her-universe-disneyland/" aria-label="Read more about Spider-Man Sweater by Her Universe Available at Disneyland Resort">Read more</a></p>

<p>Another Tom Sawyer Island building has been demolished, and crews are moving rubble in the Magic Kingdom construction site. Tom Sawyer Island Demolition Earlier this week, Aunt Polly&#8217;s was demolished in the area of Tom Sawyer Island. There&#8217;s now a digger vehicle parked in the drained river, moving debris from the island over to the &#8230; <a title="Tom Sawyer Island Water Mill Demolished at Magic Kingdom" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/tom-sawyer-island-water-mill-demolished/" aria-label="Read more about Tom Sawyer Island Water Mill Demolished at Magic Kingdom">Read more</a></p>

<p>The photo op car has returned to Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater at Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios after a month-long absence. Sci-Fi Dine-In Car Returns The Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater car has been gone since at least September 19. It was completely removed, leaving just some marks on the pavement where it used to be. Guests can usually find &#8230; <a title="Sci-Fi Dine-In Photo Op Car Refreshed, Returns to Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/sci-fi-dine-in-car-returns-refreshed-photo-op/" aria-label="Read more about Sci-Fi Dine-In Photo Op Car Refreshed, Returns to Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios">Read more</a></p>

<p>Universal Studios Hollywood Pass Members will be able to pick up an exclusive Grinch magnet this November. Grinch Pass Member Magnet Similar to the passholder buttons and magnets at Universal Orlando Resort, Pass Members at Universal Studios Hollywood will soon be able to grab an exclusive Grinch-themed magnet just in time for the holiday season. &#8230; <a title="Universal Studios Hollywood Grinch Pass Member Magnet Coming Soon" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/universal-studios-hollywood-grinch-pass-member-magnet/" aria-label="Read more about Universal Studios Hollywood Grinch Pass Member Magnet Coming Soon">Read more</a></p>

<p>Pixar has shared the first official images of Woody and Buzz Lightyear from the upcoming Toy Story 5 film. Woody and Buzz First Images The images shared by Pixar include a first look at the iconic characters, as they are going to appear in Toy Story 5. Both characters are standing in front of a &#8230; <a title="BREAKING: Disney Shares First Images of Woody and Buzz Lightyear from Toy Story 5" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/first-images-woody-buzz-lightyear-toy-story-5/" aria-label="Read more about BREAKING: Disney Shares First Images of Woody and Buzz Lightyear from Toy Story 5">Read more</a></p>

<p>Welcome, foolish mortals, to the Haunted Mansion! Remind everyone that you&#8217;re a guest and not a ghost with this new &#8220;Foolish Mortal&#8221; ball cap from Disneyland Resort. &#8220;Foolish Mortal&#8221; Ball Cap &#8211; $29.99 The hat is black with a curved bill, embroidered eyelets, and a button topper. &#8220;Foolish Mortal&#8221; is embroidered in white gothic font &#8230; <a title="Glow in the Dark &#8216;Foolish Mortal&#8217; Haunted Mansion Ball Cap at Disneyland Resort" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/foolish-mortal-haunted-mansion-ball-cap-dlr/" aria-label="Read more about Glow in the Dark &#8216;Foolish Mortal&#8217; Haunted Mansion Ball Cap at Disneyland Resort">Read more</a></p>

<p>Kate McKinnon will join Percy Jackson and the Olympians as Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love of beauty. Kate McKinnon as Aphrodite The SNL star will be a recurring guest star in season 3 of the Disney+ show. An official character description states Aphrodite “can alter her appearance depending on the beholder” and “must be &#8230; <a title="Kate McKinnon Joins Percy Jackson Cast as Aphrodite" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/kate-mckinnon-percy-jackson-cast-aphrodite/" aria-label="Read more about Kate McKinnon Joins Percy Jackson Cast as Aphrodite">Read more</a></p>

<p>The shelves of Universal Studios Hollywood are a bit more moody and emotional with the arrival of Emo Minion merchandise. Emo Minion Stuffed Toy &#8211; $45 The Emo Minion stuffed toy is black with a white skeleton design and a broken heart. His goggles are as black as his soul, and the hands and feet &#8230; <a title="Emo Minion Merchandise Arrives at Universal Studios Hollywood" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/emo-minion-merchandise-arrives-at-universal-studios-hollywood/" aria-label="Read more about Emo Minion Merchandise Arrives at Universal Studios Hollywood">Read more</a></p>

<p>The second of four Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar coasters that will connect to form a map has arrived at Disneyland Resort. Trader Sam&#8217;s Map Coasters Trader Josh and Trader Dave (@enchantedtikibar) on Instagram shared a photo of the new coaster. The artwork depicts the Nile River, Zambezi River, and African Veldt. The HippopotoMai-Tai tiki &#8230; <a title="Second Trader Sam’s Map Coaster Arrives at Disneyland" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/second-trader-sams-map-coaster-disneyland/" aria-label="Read more about Second Trader Sam’s Map Coaster Arrives at Disneyland">Read more</a></p>

<p>The second of four Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar coasters that will connect to form a map has arrived at Disneyland Resort. Trader Sam&#8217;s Map Coasters Trader Josh and Trader Dave (@enchantedtikibar) on Instagram shared a photo of the new coaster. The artwork depicts the Nile River, Zambezi River, and African Veldt. The HippopotoMai-Tai tiki &#8230; <a title="Second Trader Sam’s Map Coaster Arrives at Disneyland" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/second-trader-sams-map-coaster-disneyland/" aria-label="Read more about Second Trader Sam’s Map Coaster Arrives at Disneyland">Read more</a></p>

<p>Georgia residents can enjoy savings at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels this holiday season. Georgia Resident Hotel Offer With this offer, Georgia residents can stay at Walt Disney World starting at $129 per night, plus tax. Below is the full list of discounted rates: Disney said other savings may be available. This offer is &#8230; <a title="Walt Disney World Offering Georgia Residents Hotel Discount for 2025 Holidays" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/walt-disney-world-offering-georgia-residents-hotel-discount-for-2025-holidays/" aria-label="Read more about Walt Disney World Offering Georgia Residents Hotel Discount for 2025 Holidays">Read more</a></p>

<p>In honor of The Beak and Barrel, Arribas Brothers has crafted a new Pirates of the Caribbean glassware set, now available at Magic Kingdom. The Beak and Barrel Treasure Chest Glass Set &#8211; $125 This set includes two glasses, which feature frosted images of a pirate ship and a pirate skull. They come with a &#8230; <a title="Pirates of the Caribbean Souvenir Glass Set by Arribas Brothers at Magic Kingdom" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/pirates-of-the-caribbean-souvenir-glass-set-by-arribas-brothers-at-magic-kingdom/" aria-label="Read more about Pirates of the Caribbean Souvenir Glass Set by Arribas Brothers at Magic Kingdom">Read more</a></p>

<p>Walt Disney World has new holiday t-shirts featuring the Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios and EPCOT logos. Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios Holiday T-Shirt &#8211; $32.99 The Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios tee is black with &#8220;Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios&#8221; in red across the chest. Toy Story characters are around the letters. A Little Green Man dangles under the first &#8220;o&#8221; tangled &#8230; <a title="Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios and EPCOT Star on the Newest Holiday Shirts" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/disneys-hollywood-studios-epcot-holiday-shirts/" aria-label="Read more about Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios and EPCOT Star on the Newest Holiday Shirts">Read more</a></p>

<p>The Walt Disney World website has added more details to their Disability Access Services (DAS) eligibility video call guidelines. Walt Disney World DAS Eligibility Video Call To determine eligibility for DAS, Walt Disney World requires guests to participate in a video call. The DAS webpage has now expanded on the guidelines for this call to &#8230; <a title="Walt Disney World Website Adds Detailed DAS Eligibility Video Call Guidelines" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/walt-disney-world-website-adds-detailed-das-eligibility-video-call-guidelines/" aria-label="Read more about Walt Disney World Website Adds Detailed DAS Eligibility Video Call Guidelines">Read more</a></p>

<p>Crews have removed the construction walls and scrims from the Toy Story Mania exit queue at Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios. Toy Story Mania Exit Queue Construction Complete For the first time in over three years, guests can see the giant DynoGlide airplane prop, plus two Green Army Men, dice, and toy blocks in a clearing next &#8230; <a title="Construction Walls and Scrim Removed From Toy Story Mania Exit After Almost Four Years" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/construction-walls-and-scrim-removed-from-toy-story-mania-exit-after-almost-four-years/" aria-label="Read more about Construction Walls and Scrim Removed From Toy Story Mania Exit After Almost Four Years">Read more</a></p>

<p>Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios has a new pressed penny machine featuring Disney Villains designs. Disney Villains Pressed Pennies The machine is located outside of the Sunset Showcase Theater, currently playing Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After. The machine is outside the restrooms, across from the theater&#8217;s queue. The machine&#8217;s purple, pink, and orange color scheme matches the &#8230; <a title="New Disney Villains Pressed Pennies at Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/disney-villains-pressed-pennies-disneys-hollywood-studios/" aria-label="Read more about New Disney Villains Pressed Pennies at Disney&#8217;s Hollywood Studios">Read more</a></p>

<p>Disney Cruise Line has officially taken ownership of the Disney Destiny ship during a delivery ceremony. Disney Destiny Delivery Ceremony The Disney Destiny was constructed by Meyer Werft at their Papenburg shipyard. After its first float out in August, it departed the shipyard for sea trials in the North Sea last month. A delivery ceremony &#8230; <a title="Disney Destiny Delivered to Disney Cruise Line" class="read-more" href="https://wdwnt.com/2025/10/disney-destiny-delivered-to-disney-cruise-line/" aria-label="Read more about Disney Destiny Delivered to Disney Cruise Line">Read more</a></p>