For guests visiting Universal Studios Florida, it has been a year plentiful with new Wizarding World of Harry Potter items to choose from. The collection of stationery items themed to the boy wizard grows with the arrival of the Hogwarts Acceptance Letter style journal. Hogwarts Acceptance Letter Journal – $25.00 The journal looks just like … Read more
In addition to the 50th anniversary pressed pennies at EPCOT, new penny designs and medallions have arrived at Magic Kingdom for “The World’s Most Magical Celebration”. The machines can be found throughout the park, each with eight designs, four of which sport the 50th anniversary logo. The 50th anniversary pennies in this machine feature Winnie … Read more
A few weeks ago, scaffolding was removed, and refurbishment was mostly completed on the exterior of Be Our Guest in Magic Kingdom, but one section of wall at the front of Beast’s castle had yet to be repainted. Crew members are now working on the wall, so refurbishment should be officially completed soon. Though the … Read more
A new Halloween balloon has arrived at Walt Disney World. You’ll find it with balloon Cast Members on Main Street, U.S.A., in the Magic Kingdom. The double-layered balloon has an orange Mickey head balloon surrounded by a transparent balloon. One side features Mickey in costume. He is surrounded by bats and is carrying a stack … Read more
The sweet smell in the Magic Kingdom means that Main Street Confectionery has reopened its doors, and with it come new desserts and snacks to try. Today, we’re seeing how two new cupcakes with classic candy flavors stack up! Snickers Chocolate Cupcake — $5.49 This chocolate cupcake is topped with peanut butter frosting, chocolate buttercream, … Read more
It may be a world of laughter and tears, but lately, at the Magic Kingdom, it’s been a world of color as the repainting of “it’s a small world” continues to press on. The archways guests first pass through when entering the indoor portion of the queue seem nearly complete with a glittering gold and … Read more
A new limited release 50th anniversary pin set will be available exclusively to Disney Movie Insiders starting October 1. The set includes a Mickey pin and a Minnie pin. Each mouse is dressed in their 50th anniversary costume. The set will cost 800 points. Check out more 50th anniversary pins: PHOTOS: Limited Edition Walt Disney … Read more
Last summer, the physically-distanced “Feathered Friends in Flight!” show opened in Caravan Theater at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, replacing “Up! A Great Bird Adventure” for an unspecified amount of time. Over a year later, it seems “Feathered Friends in Flight!” is now permanent, as it finally has its own signage outside the theater. Signage for “Up! … Read more
Among the snacks available at the just reopened Main Street Confectionery in Magic Kingdom are plenty of cereal treats. We picked up the Mickey cereal treat with Snickers. Mickey Cereal Treat with Snickers – $5.99 Crisped rice cereal treat with Chopped Snickers and milk chocolate coating (contains peanuts) This tastes just like you would expect … Read more
The Main Street Cinema at the Magic Kingdom reopened today, debuting its display for the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Vault Collection merchandise. While we saw the bulk of the items arrive yesterday at Disney Springs, we still found a few new items to show you. Retro Lunchbox Loungefly Crossbody Bag – $70 One side … Read more
Main Street Confectionery reopened with a new look yesterday, which means all elements of the Chapeau are no more. The Confectionery took over the hat shop’s space (Curtain Call Collectibles is now offering hat embroidery), and among the elements removed was the Chapeau’s “party line.” The “party line” was available on the old-fashioned phone near … Read more
The first of the Walt Disney World 50th anniversary celebration food items has arrived at the Magic Kingdom. The Adventureland cart is now serving up new 50th Celebration Spring Rolls. The 50th Celebration Spring Rolls replace the Buffalo Chicken Spring Rolls on the menu. 50th Celebration Spring Rolls – $9.50 Pastrami and Pepper Jack served … Read more
Disney has released new images and video from Disney KiteTails, the new daytime show coming to Discovery River Amphitheater at Disney’s Animal Kingdom on October 1. The show will feature kites representing different Disney characters, including some from “The Lion King” and “Finding Nemo.” Here, Simba and Zazu soar above the river. Three “Finding Nemo” … Read more
In compliance with Los Angeles County mandates, Universal Studios Hollywood will be requiring all guests 12 and older to show proof that they have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or a negative test taken from the previous 72 hours in order to enter the park. This goes into effect starting October 7. Guests under 12 … Read more
Disney announced today that the next Star Wars series, “The Book of Boba Fett” will make its Disney+ debut on December 29, 2021. The series, a spinoff from “The Mandalorian,” will follow infamous bounty hunter Boba Fett (Temuera Morrison) and Fennec Shand (Ming-Na Wen). Director Robert Rodriguez (“Spy Kids”) will helm the series.
The “Harmonious” barges in World Showcase Lagoon at EPCOT are now showing the 50th anniversary logo on their screens. The logo is fading in and out against a watery image. Rainbow lights were also illuminated on the edge of the raised barge arms. “Harmonious” will be debuting tonight for a Disney Parks Blog live stream.