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A recent incident has proven the importance of following Disney park rules to avoid a lengthy ban. Like all theme parks, Disney’s destinations worldwide are governed by rules designed to keep everyone – guests and cast members alike – safe. Some of these rules are obvious, such as prohibiting violent behavior (not that that’s stopped a slew of physical confrontations in the past) and bringing illicit substances into its parks (yes, multiple people have tried to smuggle cocaine through the security checkpoints at Magic Kingdom). Credit: Disney Other rules are a little bit more specific and can vary from park to park. At Tokyo Disney Resort, for example, guests are generally not allowed to bring their own food into Tokyo Disneyland or Tokyo DisneySea. “It is to allow our guests to enjoy the ‘out of the ordinary’ experience at Tokyo Disney Resort,” a representative for the Oriental Land Company previously said when questioned on the policy. “We have prohibited it since the facilities first opened.” Meanwhile, some Disney parks are stricter than others when it comes to when adult guests can or cannot wear character costumes onsite, while each park may enforce its own dress code to varying degrees. Different Disney resorts also have different rules for smokers. For example, Disney World and Disneyland do not allow guests to smoke in the parks, but Disneyland Paris still features several smoking areas (and generally boasts a more lax attitude to smoking and vaping). Disney Guest Banned For Two

Halloween is fast approaching, and fans of Disneyland Resort in Anaheim have already caught an exciting glimpse of the spooky magic to come. Earlier this week, Disneyland’s iconic Fab 5 pumpkins — featuring Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy, and Pluto — were spotted traveling down the streets of Anaheim, headed to their traditional home at the entrance of Disneyland Park. Matt shared the festive news on X, posting, “The Disneyland front gate pumpkins have been spotted heading to Disneyland! : @cecequorn and @thecalibae on IG.” Social media followers quickly joined in the excitement, sharing photos of the oversized character-inspired jack-o’-lanterns as they made their way toward the park. These beloved pumpkins, known for their playful designs and signature smiles, signal the start of Halloween Time at Disneyland and have become a seasonal must-see for guests visiting the resort each fall. The Disneyland front gate pumpkins have been spotted heading to Disneyland! : @cecequorn and @thecalibae on IG pic.twitter.com/MsHossyQgq — Matt (@DisneyScoopGuy) August 11, 2025 The Fab 5 Pumpkins: A Beloved Halloween Tradition Every autumn, the Disneyland Park entrance is transformed by these larger-than-life pumpkins, each carved or decorated to resemble one of Disney’s most iconic characters — Mickey Mouse leads the pack with his classic grin, followed by Minnie Mouse’s sweet yet spookily adorable pumpkin, Donald Duck’s feisty jack-o’-lantern face, Goofy’s goofy grin, and Pluto’s playful expression. The pumpkins are carefully positioned above the turnstiles, welcoming millions of visitors

Several classic Disneyland attractions are closing soon. Credit: Disney Related: Disney Fans Fight Back: New Petition Aims to Prevent Beloved Ride From Destruction A new trio of Disneyland ride closures has been confirmed, putting a slight damper on the resort’s ongoing 70th anniversary celebration. At the top of this list is Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. This classic Wild West roller coaster has been a staple of not just Disneyland but all of Disney’s theme parks for decades. Disney describes the attraction as “the wildest ride in the wilderness,” though these wild times will come to a temporary end on September 2. There is no reopening date specified for the coaster. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is currently closed at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World for an extensive overhaul. This refurbishment started in January and is expected to continue until early 2026. So far, the Florida version of the ride has received a new track and other upgrades. Credit: Disney Related: It Looks Bleak: Why Chris Pratt May Be Done With the MCU Forever Dumbo the Flying Elephant, another classic Disneyland attraction, will close on September 16. Alongside these two ride closures, guests can also expect to see Pirates’ Lair on Tom Sawyer Island close for refurbishment. The interactive playground area will close temporarily on September 15. Both Pirate’s Lair and Dumbo the Flying Elephant will reopen on September 18. These upcoming closures aren’t the only operational changes guests can expect to see over the