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business2 days ago•1 min saved

Disney raises premium park prices while keeping entry tickets flat

On October 6, 2026, Disney raised prices for premium theme park passes and add-ons at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, while keeping entry-level ticket costs unchanged. The top-tier Disney World annual pass increased by $120 to $1,749, and peak-day admission rose to $229. Conversely, the cheapest single-day ticket at Disneyland remained at $104, and no annual pass prices changed at the California resort. Disney executives stated this strategy aims to balance revenue growth with affordability for families facing economic pressure. The company also introduced an AI tool to help visitors find cheaper travel dates and removed no-show penalties for annual passholders at Disneyland.

via New York Post|

#business #consumer-spending #disney

business2 days ago

Disney hikes 2027 peak ticket prices while holding entry-level costs flat

Walt Disney Company raised prices for select theme park tickets and annual passes at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, effective October 6, 2026. Entry-level ticket prices remained unchanged at both resorts, but peak holiday dates and premium add-ons saw significant increases. Disney officials stated the strategy aims to balance revenue growth with accessibility for families during a period of cautious consumer spending.

via USA Today|

#business #consumer-spending #disney

business3 days ago•13 min saved

Disney hikes 2026 park prices, but keeps entry-level tickets flat to retain families

Effective October 6, 2026, Disney raised prices for select theme park tickets, annual passes, and skip-the-line services at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. While entry-level and peak holiday ticket prices remained unchanged at both resorts, mid-tier tickets, Park Hopper add-ons, and annual passes saw increases. Disney officials stated these adjustments aim to balance revenue growth with accessibility for families, citing strong demand and ongoing park expansions.

via Mickey Visit|

#business #disney #disneyland

business8 days ago•6 min saved

Six Flags Retires X2 Coaster After 100+ Brain Injury Claims

Six Flags Magic Mountain has permanently retired its X2 roller coaster following a CNN investigation that revealed a pattern of severe brain injuries and deaths. The ride, which had been closed since July, is being shut down despite passing safety tests, as the company cited a loss of guest confidence. Over 100 riders have alleged injuries, including coma cases and fatalities, leading to lawsuits against the park and its seat manufacturer.

via A.V. Club|

#business #consumer-safety #legal-disputes

business10 days ago•8 min saved

Chapek’s Memoir Defends Price Hikes While Accusing Iger of Sabotage

Former Disney CEO Bob Chapek released his memoir, 'Behind the Castle Walls,' defending his aggressive pricing strategies at Disneyland and alleging that predecessor Bob Iger actively sabotaged his leadership. Chapek claims Iger undermined him weekly, leading to his 2022 ouster, while Disney insiders dismiss the account as revisionist.

via Los Angeles Times|

#bob-chapek #bob-iger #business

entertainment-and-business10 days ago•1 min saved

Six Flags Magic Mountain permanently retires X2 coaster after years of injury lawsuits

Six Flags Magic Mountain has permanently closed its flagship X2 roller coaster, ending a two-decade run for the ride that drew global attention for its 360-degree rotating seats. The decision follows a temporary shutdown in July 2026 and a surge in litigation alleging the attraction caused severe brain injuries and deaths. While park officials cited declining guest confidence as the primary driver for closure, legal representatives argue the move was long overdue after a CNN investigation exposed a pattern of catastrophic trauma. The park plans to replace the attraction with a new 'Thrill Glider' coaster next year, though a California safety investigation remains ongoing.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#consumer-safety #entertainment-and-business #legal-settlements

business18 days ago•5 min saved

Disney Draws Crowds with Discounted Evenings as Rivals Struggle

Disney’s targeted promos, including a $59 Disneyland evening ticket and multi-day packages at Walt Disney World, helped lift domestic park attendance by about 3% year over year and boosted per-visitor spending, even as Universal and SeaWorld report softer traffic amid higher costs and broader economic headwinds.

via nypost.com|

#attendance #business #disney

local29 days ago•24 min saved

Historic Clementon Park Closes After 2026 Season, Put Up for Sale

Clementon Park and Splash World in New Jersey — a 119-year-old amusement landmark — will close after the 2026 season and be listed for sale. Owner IB Parks & Entertainment hasn’t disclosed a price or a specific reason, hoping a buyer will carry on the park’s legacy after a history of closures and reopenings, including rides like Hellcat and Dragon Coaster.

via New York Post|

#amusement-parks #closure #local

theme-parks1 month ago•15 min saved

Hersheypark Ends 120th Summer Season With Permanent Closure of Tidal Force

Hersheypark in Hershey, PA, announced on Sept. 7, 2026, that it will permanently close its 32-year-old water ride Tidal Force on The Boardwalk after the park’s 120th summer season. The ride, which opened in 1994 and features a 100-foot incline with speeds over 50 mph, won’t be replaced as part of the Boardwalk. The park will remain open on weekends through Nov. 1 for fall events (Hersheypark Halloween and Dark Nights) and will host Christmas Candylane through Jan. 3, 2027, with reopening planned for early 2027, though an exact date hasn’t been announced.

via Inside the Magic|

#boardwalk #halloween #hersheypark

lifestyle1 month ago•23 min saved

Hershey Park apologizes for tone-deaf price jab after Dolly Parton’s death

After Dolly Parton’s death, Hershey Park posted a price comparison claiming summer tickets were $49.99—cheaper than Dollywood’s $94.99—and the now-deleted reply drew swift backlash for insensitivity; the post had gone viral with millions of views, and the park apologized, saying the context was misconstrued and the message was removed to avoid controversy. Dollywood later said it would remain open on Wednesday per Parton’s wishes.

via New York Post|

#amusement-parks #celebrity-deaths #deaths

business1 month ago•2 min saved

Saudi Arabia backs €6B trio of theme parks near Paris

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announced a €6 billion investment to build three theme parks near Paris, to be developed in Cergy-Pontoise on the former Mirapolis site and featuring a manga-themed attraction. Led by the investment firm Qiddiya, the project was unveiled during Macron’s visit and is expected to create about 22,000 jobs, marking a major boost to the Paris area as a new global destination.

via Euronews.com|

#business #france #investment

international1 month ago•15 min saved

Saudi Arabia Bets $7B on Three Paris-Area Theme Parks

Saudi Arabia will invest six billion euros ($7 billion) to build three mega theme parks on the outskirts of Paris (Cergy-Pontoise), financed by the Qiddiya entertainment group. Macron called the announcement extraordinary and said the projects would create about 22,000 jobs, with a scale unmatched since Disneyland Paris; one park is rumored to be Dragon Ball-themed.

via Deadline|

#international #investment #paris

business1 month ago•13 min saved

D’Amaro maps Disneyland’s bold, detail-driven future

Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro used the D23 expo briefing in Anaheim to outline a Disneyland-focused future built on extreme attention to detail and fan experience, stressing that Disney Imagineering will push for perfection and often scrap concepts that don’t meet standards. He emphasized balancing legacy with audacious new ideas and maintaining a direct connection with fans. The event also highlighted upcoming park plans tied to an ongoing expansion of Avengers Campus, a Coco boat ride, Avatar-themed land and a Tomorrowland makeover as part of Disney’s broader theme-park push.

via Orange County Register|

#business #d23 #disney

business1 month ago•5 min saved

Disney bets big on superfans with a $60B decade of park upgrades

Disney’s D23 Expo unveiling signals a roughly $60 billion, decade-long push to refresh and expand its theme parks with IP-led lands and targeted upgrades to attract casual, international, and loyal visitors. Key moves include reviving the Disco Yeti at Expedition Everest, bringing back Dreamfinder and Figment to Epcot, and overhauls of Tomorrowland, plus new attractions like Monstropolis, Avengers Campus, Villains Land, and Cars-theming. Disney emphasizes placing fans at the center of decisions to balance rapid expansion with the needs of regular guests and passholders, aided by strong recent quarterly results (nearly $10 billion in Experiences revenue) and audience-focused promotions.

via CNBC|

#business #disney #fan-engagement

business2 months ago•18 min saved

Toy Story 5 and Parks Spark Disney’s Q3 Lift, with Big Changes Ahead

Disney’s fiscal third quarter was powered by Toy Story 5 and strong theme-park performance, delivering $25.2 billion in revenue (up 7%) and $5.5 billion in operating income (up 21%), with streaming turning more clearly profitable. While some franchises underperformed at the box office, Disney outlined a broad strategic shift—moving consumer products into the entertainment division, turning Disney+ into a comprehensive membership ecosystem, and using AI to boost creativity and efficiency—funded in part by stock buybacks from the $1.2 billion sale of its A+E stake. Parks remained a bright spot domestically despite softer international attendance, and the company signaled significant changes ahead across its divisions.

via hollywoodreporter.com|

#business #disney #earnings