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Patrick Bruel will not play Arena Futuroscope on Nov. 13. On Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026, he canceled his entire fall tour on Instagram, including the date in Chasseneuil-du-Poitou. The arena was nearly sold out. Pressure on the singer had grown in recent days. He has been placed under formal investigation for rape and sexual assault. He is the subject, among other things, of at least 31 complaints of rape, attempted rape, sexual assault or sexual harassment. The fall tour was due to start in...

Alton Towers Resort announced Final Exhibit as the latest addition to the Scarefest 2026 lineup. The scare maze puts guests in a chilling world of fear and suspense. It opens Saturday, Sept. 26, as part of the annual Halloween event, which runs through Sunday, Nov. 1. Howard Ebison, vice president of Alton Towers Resort, said, "Inspired by the rich history of Alton Towers, Final Exhibit will be a scare maze like no other. Guests will come face-to-face with truly terrifying characters and...

The Magic of Disney Animation returns to Hollywood Studios on Sept. 14, in the same place Star Wars Launch Bay occupied for more than 10 years. Four experiences under one roof, aimed expressly at younger guests. Slinky Dog Dash is missing. The ride in Toy Story Land did not operate at all on Aug. 31, was still closed at 10 a.m. on Sept. 1 and remained closed at 3 p.m. on Sept. 2. Disney's Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World has changed this year as dramatically as almost any other park, and...

The Diamond Horseshoe gets a kitchen again on Oct. 4. Liberty Square at Magic Kingdom Park trades the old family-style menu for a limited Frontier pop-up. Small plates, nonalcoholic drinks, cocktails, wine and draft beer. Disney put out the full menu after showing only a few dishes and drinks earlier in the month. Anyone planning that same fall also has to work around the Walt Disney World Railroad. The trains stay in maintenance from Sept. 28 through Oct. 29, 2026. Reservations open Sept. 29....