Mickey’s Toontown Models on Display at D23 Expo 2022

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Models of the upgraded Mickey’s Toontown, currently under construction at Disneyland, is on display at D23 Expo 2022. The models, shared on Twitter by Scott Gustin, mostly reflect the concept art we’ve already seen. We know Donald’s boat will be reimagined, but it looks approximately the same in the model. There will be a new … Read more

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Model at D23 Expo 2022 Shows Removal of Iconic Splash Mountain Tree

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A model of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is on display at D23 Expo 2022. The new attraction will replace Splash Mountain at both Disneyland and Magic Kingdom. The model is specifically for the Disneyland version of the attraction, which has different log flumes than the Walt Disney World version. We can assume most of the theming … Read more

FIRST LOOK: Walt the Dreamer Statue on Display at D23 Expo Ahead of Arrival at EPCOT

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The Walt the Dreamer statue is on display at D23 Expo 2022 before it is eventually installed at Dreamer’s Point in the center of EPCOT. Walt Disney World President Jeff Vahle shared photos of the statue on Instagram. Walt is sitting on steps with his hands clasped in front of him.

DisneyMe Feature Coming Soon to Play Disney Parks App

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Soon Disney Parks guests will be able to create their own “DisneyMe” digital avatar in the Play Disney Parks App. The DisneyMe feature allows guests to dress their avatar up, as well as change their skin tone and hair color. It won’t be just a cute avatar, though. There will also be DisneyMe-related games. It … Read more

Child Runs Onto Mickey’s Celebration Cavalcade Float, Aggressive Squirrels Cause Trouble for Guests, Play Pavilion Rumored to Be Canceled or Scaled Back, and More: Daily Recap (9/5/22)

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Monday, September 5, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Full Map Revealed for D23 Expo 2022

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We’re less than a week away now from D23 Expo 2022 kicking off at the Anaheim Convention Center! And with everyone getting hyped up for their favorite panels, we finally have a look at the full map for the Expo itself! The main event is largely on the first floor of the convention center. “Mickey … Read more

Sneak Peek of D23 Expo 2022 Merchandise Inspired by DuckTales, Goofy, X-Men, Black Panther, Willow, and More

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Disney has released a sneak peek of the D23 Expo 2022 merchandise that will be available next weekend! New collections celebrate DuckTales and the 90th anniversary of Goofy. There’s a DuckTales Bomber jacket and all-over print joggers, plus a knit Goofy sweater and reversible “Art of Skiing” bucket hat. The Goofy Dippy Dawg plush is … Read more

D23 Expo 2022 Livestream Schedule Announced

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The D23 Expo 2022 livestream schedule has been announced. D23 Expo will be from September 9 and 11, and in-person tickets are sold out. Fans can tune in for select live panels as part of D23 Expo [Live], however. D23 Expo [LIVE] will feature hosts Ashley Eckstein (“Star Wars: The Clone Wars”, Her Universe), Mark … Read more

14 New Disney Legends, Including Chadwick Boseman and ‘Frozen’ Cast, to be Honored During D23 Expo 2022 Ceremony

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14 new Disney Legends, including the late Chadwick Boseman (“Black Panther”) and the main cast of “Frozen,” will be honored during a live ceremony at D23 Expo 2022. Read the full announcement from Disney below. Today, The Walt Disney Company announced it will honor 14 new Disney Legends in a special awards ceremony hosted by … Read more

Will Disney Announce A Wreck-It Ralph Attraction for Walt Disney World’s Tomorrowland at D23 Expo?

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We’ve written thoroughly about the rumored announcements for Disneyland’s Tomorrowland that may come out of D23 Expo next month, but what about Walt Disney World? Florida’s Tomorrowland is also undergoing a bit of a transformation — there’s an entire new roller coaster there now. But what will Josh D’Amaro have to say about it during … Read more

ABC, Disney+, Hulu and More to Present ‘Journey into Storytelling’ Pavilion at 2022 D23 Expo

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Fans will be able to immerse themselves in shows from ABC, Disney+, Hulu and more at the “Journey into Storytelling” pavilion at the 2022 D23 Expo. Disney General Entertainment is bringing more than 30 fan-favorite programs under one roof at this year’s D23 Expo: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event presented by Visa. Through interactive activations … Read more

Disney Parks Hosting Duffy & Friends Panel at D23 Expo 2022, Likely to Reintroduce Duffy to US Parks

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Disney Imagineers will talk about the origin and popularity of Duffy & Friends during a panel at this year’s D23 Expo. Duffy the Disney Bear originally debuted as a plush at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort but wasn’t as initially popular as Disney hoped. Duffy moved over to Tokyo Disney Resort and was a … Read more

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Preview Coming to D23 Expo 2022

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D23 just announced that Disney Parks will host the Wonderful World of Dreams pavilion at this year’s expo. The pavilion will have “behind-the-scenes glimpses” of several upcoming Disney Parks experiences, including Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. The new attraction featuring Princess Tiana from “The Princess and the Frog” will replace Splash Mountain at both Walt Disney World … Read more

D23 Expo Announces Disney Parks Wonderful World of Dreams Pavilion and Presentation Schedule

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Disney Parks and Experiences will host the Wonderful World of Dreams pavilion at the D23 Expo 2022. This new pavilion “invites attendees to step into new stories, attractions, and adventures Walt Disney Imagineers are bringing to life around the globe.” It will include sneak peeks of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, the continued transformation of EPCOT, new … Read more

Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Cast Members Get Gender Neutral Title, New Look at MagicBand+, Disneyland Paris Cuts Holes in Hoses to Combat Extreme Heat & More: Daily Recap (7/19/22)

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Tuesday, July 19, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Disney On Broadway VR Experience Returning to D23 Expo 2022

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Disney On Broadway will once again host a virtual reality (VR) experience at this year’s D23 Expo. At the Virtual Reality Theatre, guests will be immersed in broadway performances of “Aladdin,” “Frozen,” and “The Lion King.” Disney On Broadway’s Virtual Reality Theatre will be open on all three days of the D23 Expo. It will … Read more