Buzz Lightyear Upgrades, Free Dining, and Summer Magic!

If you’re a Disney fan, you won’t want to miss Episode 676 of The Disney DNA Podcast! Trent and Jeni deliver all the latest updates from Walt Disney World and beyond in this jam-packed episode. From exciting ride enhancements to incredible summer deals, this episode is your ultimate guide to planning your next magical vacation. Here’s a sneak peek at what we covered—be sure to listen to the full episode for all the details!

Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Gets a Galactic Glow-Up
Big changes are coming to Tomorrowland! Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin is getting a major refresh with new features that will take your intergalactic adventure to the next level:
- New Show Scene: Meet Buddy, a friendly support-bot created by Imagineering and Pixar, who helps Space Rangers prepare for their mission.
- Updated Ride Vehicles: Sleek Star Command-inspired designs with real-time scoring monitors.
- Handheld Blasters: Improved aiming with always-on lasers, lighting effects, and vibration feedback.
- Interactive Targets: Targets now react and light up when hit for an enhanced gameplay experience.
- Closure & Reopening: The ride will temporarily close in August 2025 and reopen next year.

Summer 2025 Deals You Can’t Miss
Summer is just around the corner, and Disney is offering some fantastic deals to make your vacation even more magical:
- 50% Off Kids Tickets: Save big on 3-day or longer tickets for kids ages 3–9 (valid May 27–September 20, 2025).  
- 3-Day, 3-Park Ticket: Explore EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom for just $89/day ($267 total).  
- Free Dining Plan Returns: Get a free dining plan with select 4-night/4-day packages (June 29–December 22, 2025).  
- Resort Room Discounts: Save up to 30% on select Disney Resort stays (August 1–October 11, 2025).  
- Water Park Perk: Resort guests get free water park admission on their check-in day!  

Magic Kingdom Updates
- Rope Drop Changes: Early entry guests can now line up for rides like Tron Lightcycle Run before the park officially opens. This gives early birds a huge advantage—start planning your strategy!  
- McKim’s Mile House Lounge: A new DVC-exclusive lounge in Frontierland with comfy seating, charging stations, Wi-Fi, and Coke Freestyle machines.

Other Exciting Disney News
- Zootopia Comes to Animal Kingdom: “It’s Tough to Be a Bug” has closed permanently to make way for the new Zootopia Better Zoogether show, opening in Winter 2025.  
- Coco Sequel Confirmed: Pixar fans rejoice! The original team is reuniting for Coco 2, though it may not hit theaters until 2029.   
- Disneyland Paris Lion King Ride: A log flume attraction following Simba’s journey from cub to king is set to open in 2026.

Why You Need to Listen
This episode is packed with insider tips and updates that will help you plan your next Disney trip like a pro. Whether you’re excited about Buzz Lightyear’s upgrades or looking to take advantage of summer deals, Trent and Jeni have all the info you need.  

🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts!