Following a significant rise in the county's COVID-19 positivity rate, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings recommended a change to local face covering protocols.

Fall 2020 COVID signage

With safety and distancing requirements at the parks and resorts rapidly fading, Disney has officially announced return dates for its signature nighttime entertainment. 

Bob Chapek confirms Disney is actively pursuing increased attendance and milder restrictions at its theme parks in light of today's COVID-19 policy changes. 

UPDATE 5/14: Effective Saturday, May 15, facial coverings will no longer be required at Disney parks and resorts. Details inside. 

Over the last several days, Disney has taken a number of steps to reduce the disruptive safety measures introduced in 2020 at its theme parks and resorts including Disney Vacation Club locations.

Walt Disney World's theme park reservation system is now accepting bookings nearly two years into the future.