A life-like interactive Buzz Lightyear robot is available for $600, a new medium Mickey Mouse icon ornament light is available at Disney Store for 31 Days of Drops, and a woman purposefully got arrested at Disney Springs to get revenge on her boyfriend — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, October 18, 2024.

Walt Disney World

Magic Kingdom

Outdoor scene with a Mediterranean-style building featuring arches and bricks, reminiscent of a daily recap from a coastal town. A rope barrier guides traffic near green plants and patches of dirt on the pavement, with a palm tree swaying gently in the background.

Another patch of new pavement has shown up in Adventureland at Magic Kingdom.
Create your own bayou rhythms with this new Tiana’s Bayou Adventure music play set, now available at Critter Co-Op in Magic Kingdom and from the Disney Store.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Disney Legend and Imagineer Joe Rohde took to Instagram to share a piece of his artwork and give his thoughts regarding the upcoming permanent closure of DinoLand U.S.A.

Disney Springs

On August 12, 2024, Nicole Handboy was arrested at Disney Springs after attacking a marked Orange County Sheriff’s patrol car with her purse.
Splitsville at Disney Springs is offering three limited-time Halloween menu items for the month of October: Ghost Brownies, the Mad King Burger, and the Vampire’s Kiss Cocktail.
The LEGO Store at Disney Springs is hosting a “The Nightmare Before Christmas” event this weekend in honor of the new Halloween Town LEGO set.

New Merchandise

A toy astronaut in a white and green spacesuit stands heroically inside a room, resembling Buzz Lightyear. Amidst shelves and a spacecraft, this interactive $600 robot promises endless adventures.

Robosen Robotics has introduced a new life-like interactive Buzz Lightyear robot collectible, now available for $599.
The latest release for the 31 Days of Drops from the Disney Store is all about the holidays, with the medium-sized Mickey Mouse Icon Ornament Light.
Go back to the ’90s with a new long-sleeved Darkwing Duck shirt available at Walt Disney World.
Disney Parks Blog has shared a first look at the merchandise that will be available for the runDisney 2024 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend.

Other Walt Disney World News

Characters dressed as figures from a popular animated film perform on stage, surrounded by fog. The festive backdrop features wreaths and a large "M" on the doors, creating a spellbinding setting reminiscent of a daily recap brought to life with holiday magic.

Walt Disney World announced more details about their 2024 holiday celebrations.
With Halloween rapidly approaching, Walt Disney World and Starlight Children’s Foundation teamed up to bring some spooky and festive fun to Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children.

Disneyland Resort

Long-sleeve Spirit Jersey featuring "Dead Men Tell No Tales" text and a pirate graphic sitting on treasure against a sunset background, perfect for Disneyland fans and Pirates of the Caribbean enthusiasts alike.

A new Pirates of the Caribbean Spirit Jersey is now available at Disneyland Resort.
Candle company Havilah & Co. has opened a kiosk at Downtown Disney District in Disneyland Resort.

Tokyo Disney Resort

Mickey Mouse-themed popcorn bucket with character illustrations and "Mickey the Entertainer" text, featuring ear-shaped handles and a colorful strap, sitting on a green surface with spilled popcorn—perfect for a daily recap of fun-filled moments.

Just ahead of Mickey’s birthday on November 18, Tokyo Disney Resort is releasing the new Mickey the Entertainer popcorn bucket.

Disney Cruise Line

Characters in Halloween costumes, including a mouse and duck, revel in a festively decorated area with pumpkins and autumn-themed decor, capturing the essence of a daily recap of seasonal celebrations.

Mickey and his pals revealed their 2024 Halloween on the High Seas costumes in a new video shared by Disney Cruise Line on social media.
Disney Cruise Line has released new gratuity recommendations for Concierge guests, with the suggested amount increasing by more than 50%.

Entertainment and Media

Gina Carano’s lawsuit against Disney will go to trial next year after the company failed to get the lawsuit tossed out or stalled.
Disney is developing a new “Prince Charming” movie with “Wonka” director Paul King attached.

Universal Studios

A daily recap of magic unfolds with a display of Harry Potter merchandise, featuring a red hat, the intriguing Marauder's Map, a "Mischief Managed" sign, an enchanting sweater, and a patterned backpack.

Get out your wand and solemnly swear you’re up to no good with the new collection of Marauder’s Map merchandise available at Universal Orlando Resort.
Hello Kitty theming has been removed from the former Hello Kitty Store in Universal Studios Florida as it’s transformed into Wicked: The Experience.
After more than seven years at Universal CityWalk Hollywood, Mini Monster will be closing next week.

Tom’s Honest Review of Country Bear Musical Jamboree

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