Greetings, fellow adventurers! Your trusty Shadow Mouse is here with the latest scoop from the heart of Orlando. Get ready for some thrilling updates, spooky sneak peeks, and savvy tips to make your theme park escapades legendary. We’re talking record-breaking revenue, ghoulish goodies, and a coaster challenge that will test your mettle!
Don’t Miss This!
- Howl-O-Scream 2025 at SeaWorld Orlando: Get ready for terrifying new haunted houses, scare zones, and a live show as SeaWorld unveils its most chilling Halloween event yet, starting September 5th!
- Universal Orlando’s Ride Changes: Catch Revenge of the Mummy before its brief August refurbishment and prepare for the permanent closure of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit later this month, making way for exciting new developments!
- New Disney Halloween Novelties: Snag exclusive Pluto Skeleton Sippers, Stitch Mummy Popcorn Buckets, and Mickey Mouse Ghost Popcorn Buckets, perfect for celebrating the spooky season at Walt Disney World!
- SeaWorld’s Ultimate Coaster Challenge: On August 16th, brave all eight of SeaWorld’s world-class roller coasters in one day to earn a limited-edition commemorative poster and lanyard!
- Good-To-Go Days at Walt Disney World: Annual Passholders can enjoy select August dates, including the 7th, 10th, 11th, and 12th, without needing a park reservation!
Pro Tip: Beat the heat and the crowds by hitting indoor attractions during the hottest part of the day and taking advantage of those precious Extended Evening Hours if you’re a Deluxe Resort guest!
Today’s Top News
SeaWorld Orlando’s Howl-O-Scream 2025 Unveils New Attractions
SeaWorld Orlando’s Howl-O-Scream 2025 event, running from September 5 to November 1, 2025, will introduce three new haunted houses, four new scare zones, and a brand-new live show, promising an even more terrifying Halloween experience for visitors.
Revenge of the Mummy Brief Refurbishment and Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Closure at Universal Studios Florida
Universal Orlando’s Revenge of the Mummy at Universal Studios Florida is scheduled for a brief refurbishment from August 11 to August 13, 2025. Additionally, Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit is set to permanently close on August 18, 2025, with rumors suggesting it will be replaced by an East Coast version of Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift.
Walt Disney World Achieves Record Q3 Revenue and Announces New Halloween Novelties
Walt Disney World achieved its biggest Q3 revenue on record for fiscal 2025, from March 30 to June 28, driven by strong guest spending. For the upcoming Halloween season, new merchandise will include a Pluto Skeleton Sipper and Stitch Mummy Popcorn Bucket available at all four parks, along with a Mickey Mouse Ghost Popcorn Bucket exclusively at Disney Springs.
Upcoming Orlando Events
- SeaWorld Orlando’s Bands, Brew & BBQ
July 6 – August 24, 2025 (weekends) at SeaWorld Orlando: This event combines live country and rock music with a wide array of mouth-watering BBQ options and refreshing craft brews, included with park admission.
- SeaWorld Orlando’s ‘The Ultimate Challenge’ on National Roller Coaster Day
August 16, 2025 at SeaWorld Orlando: Thrill-seekers are invited to ride all eight of SeaWorld’s world-class roller coasters in a single day to earn a limited-edition commemorative poster and an exclusive lanyard.
- SeaWorld Orlando’s Howl-O-Scream 2025
September 5 – November 1, 2025 (select nights) at SeaWorld Orlando: Experience a terrifying Halloween event featuring three all-new haunted houses, four new scare zones, and a brand-new live show, requiring a separately ticketed admission.
Hidden Gems – Explore Beyond the Parks
- Wekiwa Springs State Park
A natural paradise offering crystal-clear springs for swimming and snorkeling, and opportunities for kayaking and canoeing on the Wekiva River.
- Orange County Regional History Center
A five-story museum located in a historic courthouse in downtown Orlando, exploring 14,000 years of Central Florida’s rich heritage.
- Harry P. Leu Gardens
A 50-acre botanical oasis in the heart of Orlando, featuring diverse plant collections, shaded trails, and a historic house museum.
Today’s Crowd Calendar
- Magic Kingdom: Low
- Epcot: Low
- Universal Studios Florida: Moderate
- Islands of Adventure: Moderate