This week at Walt Disney World,  construction resumes on several important projects, a new high end MagicBand collection is released, plus Disney implements new social distancing measures at the Magic Kingdom.

Outside Walt Disney World,  SeaWorld adopts a daily schedule, Universal continues downsizing, and Discovery Cove offers a new deal for Florida residents. 

1. Work resumes on several Epcot projects

Though construction had already restarted on some Epcot construction projects, including Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and the park's entrance redesign, this week work resumed on several other projects including the park's central spine as well as Remy's Ratatouille Adventure. Work on the latter was entering its final phases before the shutdown and though the attraction missed its original summer 2020 opening target, it seems likely that Disney could have this attraction ready to debut sometime next year. 

2. Halloween celebration announced for the Magic Kingdom

Disney confirmed this week that the Magic Kingdom will be hosting a scaled down Halloween celebration this year beginning next month from September 15 through October 31. During this celebration guests can expect the following: 

• All guests can wear costumes to the Magic Kingdom during this time
• There will be a number of themed character appearances throughout the day at various locations around the park
• Themed food and merchandise will be available for purchase

For more on this special event we've got a full rundown of what to expect here. 

3. $600 MagicBand set commemorating 2020 NBA season now available for purchase

One of the many unexpected events of 2020 was the hosting of the rest of the NBA season at ESPN Wide World of Sports as part of an on-property "bubble" for teams, coaches, and select members of the media. And though the NBA will be wrapping up its season in just a few weeks, if you want to commemorate this event (and have $595 burning a hole in your wallet, you can purchase the above pictured commemorative MagicBand set, which includes the following:

• 22 standard MagicBand 2 designs featuring the logo of each participating team, inspired by those worn by the NBA players. Teams include: Washington Wizards, Toronto Raptors, Orlando Magic, Portland Trail Blazers, Indiana Pacers, San Antonio Spurs, Los Angeles Lakers, Houston Rockets, Philadelphia 76ers, Memphis Grizzlies, Oklahoma City Thunder, Miami Heat, Sacramento Kings, New Orleans Pelicans, Milwaukee Bucks, Boston Celtics, LA Clippers, Utah Jazz, Dallas Mavericks, Brooklyn Nets, Denver Nuggets, and Phoenix Suns
• One standard ”Make History” MagicBand 2 design featuring Mickey Mouse icon and four park icons of the Walt Disney World Resort
• One standard ”NBA Finals” MagicBand 2 design featuring gold artwork and the logo for winning team of the NBA Championship (TBD)