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A colorful parade float from the Mickey and Friends Cavalcade features beloved cartoon characters in a lively park setting, complete with a large drum and whimsical decorations, all surrounded by trees and excited onlookers in the background.

VIDEO: ‘Brand New Day’ Mickey and Friends Cavalcade Returns to Disneyland

Epcot's Spaceship Earth dazzles with colorful lights at night, echoing the vibrancy of the Festival of the Arts, as visitors and flags surround this iconic beacon.

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New Cinderella 75th Anniversary EAResistibles Vinyl Collectible Now at Walt Disney World

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Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa is getting in on the festivities with Lunar New …

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A full collection of 2025 Lunar New Year merchandise has arrived at Disney California Adventure. …

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Disney shared a photo of the freshly installed sign for a new retail space, Disney …

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January 17, 2025

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January 17, 2025

Chinese New Year celebrations are underway at Shanghai Disneyland. As previously announced, Gary the snake …

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January 17, 2025

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BREAKING: Disney Breaks Ground on New Tropical Americas Land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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January 17, 2025

Disney held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Tropical Americas land replacing DinoLand, U.S.A. at …

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Mickey and Minnie Celebrate Lunar New Year with New Outfits at Disney California Adventure

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January 17, 2025

Mickey and Minnie will debut new outfits to celebrate this year’s Lunar New Year at …

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PHOTOS: ALL The Artful Photo Ops at the 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

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January 17, 2025

Around the park during the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, guests can find special …

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VIDEO: Voices of Liberty Debut Recycled Material Costumes at 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

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January 17, 2025

The Voices of Liberty, an acapella group that performs at The American Adventure in EPCOT, …

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FIRST LOOK at NEW Figment Lightbulb Popcorn Bucket for 2025 EPCOT Festival of the Arts

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January 17, 2025

A brand new Figment Lightbulb Popcorn Bucket has arrived for the 2025 EPCOT International Festival …

EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2025 Pandora Charm Featuring Figment Now Available

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January 17, 2025

A new 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Pandora charm featuring Figment is now …

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Dumbo the Flying Elephant Playground at Magic Kingdom Closing for Refurbishment

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January 17, 2025

The indoor Dumbo the Flying Elephant playground at Magic Kingdom will close for a refurbishment …

Mannequins display colorful, ornate costumes at the Disney on Broadway Exhibit, surrounded by visitors and merchandise in a beautifully lit space.

PHOTOS, VIDEO: CommuniCore Hall Transforms Into Disney on Broadway Exhibit for 2025 EPCOT Festival of the Arts

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January 17, 2025

For the 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, CommuniCore Hall has transformed into a …

A colorful, art-themed display features a paint palette with labeled sections and colored pencils in a cup, reminiscent of Figment's Brush with the Masters Scavenger Hunt. A collection of small picture frames adorns the countertop, adding to the creative charm.

Figment’s Brush with the Masters Scavenger Hunt Returns for 2025 EPCOT Festival of the Arts

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January 17, 2025

Guests looking for an extra activity at the 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts …

Explore the vibrant Festival of the Arts merchandise collection at EPCOT, featuring colorful designs on clothing, collectible pins, a backpack, and ear accessories—all with a whimsical cartoon character theme.

Full List (with Prices) of All 2025 EPCOT Festival of the Arts Merchandise Featuring Figment

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January 17, 2025

A new festival means new merchandise, and the full collection of 2025 EPCOT International Festival …

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UPDATE: Disney Still Looking to Remove Hanging Corpse from Haunted Mansion’s Stretching Room, Just Not Yet

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January 17, 2025

The hanging corpse in The Haunted Mansion’s stretching room at Disneyland will still be hanging …

A wooden shelf holds a vintage string instrument and a framed painting of a ghostly figure in a white dress. Echoes of Disneyland's Haunted Mansion linger as the walls and ceiling, painted in purple and brown tones, invite you to Madame Leota's Somewhere Beyond.

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January 17, 2025

In a new article with the LA Times, Walt Disney Imagineer Kim Irvine insists that …

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CONFIRMED: Digital Hitchhiking Ghost Scene Coming to Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion

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January 17, 2025

Disney confirmed via a Los Angeles Times story that the Hitchhiking Ghosts scene at the …

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BREAKING: New Bride Scene Revealed for Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion, Constance Hatchaway Retired for Being Technologically Outdated & Violent

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January 17, 2025

The Los Angeles Times has shared a first look at updates to The Haunted Mansion …

Discover the Epcot Annual Passholder Exclusive Festival of the Arts merchandise, featuring vibrant designs on a stunning poster, a maroon T-shirt, and a limited-release pin—all proudly displaying "Passholder" to celebrate the creativity and spirit of this unique event.

Full List (with Prices) of Annual Passholder Exclusive Festival of the Arts Merchandise

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January 17, 2025

There’s no shortage of Figment merchandise this year, but select guests can purchase from even …

A person eagerly clutches their Festival of the Arts Passport, standing amidst a vibrant floral display that captures the essence of Epcot's International Festival of the Arts 2025.

FIRST LOOK at the 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Passport

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January 17, 2025

Take a look inside the 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Passport, which serves …

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January 16, 2025

Two new World Showcase themed Mickey merchandise collections debuted and Disney filed a permit for …

Two toy figurines: One of Dumbo, the blue elephant with a yellow hat and saddle, reminiscent of Tokyo Disney Resort, and another of a red riverboat from the Transit Steamer Line Tomica collection with a brown roof and red paddle wheel.

Dumbo and Transit Steamer Line Disney Vehicle Collection Tomica Toys Available Online at Disney Store Japan

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January 16, 2025

Dumbo the Flying Elephant and Tokyo DisneySea Transit Steamer Line Tomica toys from the Disney …

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January 16, 2025

Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central) and Oriental Land Company have teamed up for another …

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January 16, 2025

As the demolition of the old Space Mountain and construction of the new one continue, …

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New Figment Disney Lacers and Walt Disney World Mystery Attraction Figurines Now Available

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January 16, 2025

A new Figment Disney Lacers and Walt Disney World attraction mystery figurines are now available. …

Step into a world of wonder at the futuristic theme park entrance, aglow with colorful lights. A sign welcomes you to the "Tomorrowland Metro-Aero Historical Society Tercentenary Celebration 1924-2024." Catch all the excitement on "WDW News Tonight," Episode 294.

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January 16, 2025

Tonight, don’t miss tonight’s special episode of the internet’s only comedy show about Disney Parks! …

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