Disney+ is gearing up for a price increase, five more food booths were confirmed for the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, and the D23 Disney Parks panel will not be livestreamed to the public this year — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Tuesday, August 6, 2024.
Walt Disney World
Magic Kingdom
![New Timon and Pumbaa Annual Passholder Magnet, Other Perks Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom & More: Daily Recap (8/6/24) 1 At Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2024, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse are dressed in neon green and purple Halloween costumes, posing in front of a lit-up castle at night during an enchanting meet and greet.](https://media.wdwnt.com/2024/08/WDW-MK-MNSSHP-Mickey-and-Minnie.jpg)
- As the first night of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party approaches on August 9, more Halloween decorations have been added to Main Street, U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom.
- Ahead of the first night of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party kicking off this week, Walt Disney World has shared an updated look at the brand-new Halloween costumes that Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will wear during the event.
- In addition to revealing Mickey and Minnie’s new costumes for this year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, Walt Disney World has also revealed the meet and greet locations for the pair, as well as Mirabel and Bruno from “Encanto.”
EPCOT
![New Timon and Pumbaa Annual Passholder Magnet, Other Perks Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom & More: Daily Recap (8/6/24) 2 A landscaped garden with a flower bed and colorful decorations is in front of a large geodesic dome on a clear day at Epcot. A sign reads "Disney Food and Wine Festival." People are walking around.](https://media.wdwnt.com/2024/08/food-and-wine-2023-sign-1479.jpg)
- Walt Disney World has confirmed five more Global Marketplaces for the 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, which will run from August 29 through November 23 this year.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom
![New Timon and Pumbaa Annual Passholder Magnet, Other Perks Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom & More: Daily Recap (8/6/24) 3 An animated meerkat stands confidently in a jungle setting with colorful foliage and flowers around, reminiscent of the vibrant scenes from Disney's Animal Kingdom. As if offering perks to passholders, one might even imagine him featuring on a Timon Annual Passholder Magnet.](https://media.wdwnt.com/2024/08/WDW-DAK-Timon-WDWAP-Magnet-Announcement.jpg)
- Walt Disney World has revealed that a new Timon and Pumbaa Annual Passholder magnet is coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom later this month, along with other special perks to enjoy.
Walt Disney World Resort Hotels
![New Timon and Pumbaa Annual Passholder Magnet, Other Perks Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom & More: Daily Recap (8/6/24) 4 A hand holding an aurora tart topped with a blue dessert, sugar decoration, strawberries, and blueberries in front of a metallic background with a decorative "R" pattern.](https://media.wdwnt.com/2024/08/WDW-2024-Princess-Week-Aurora-Fruit-Tart-5.jpg)
- As part of the World Princess Week celebrations through August 31, a new Aurora Tart has debuted at Disney’s Riviera Resort.
New Merchandise
![New Timon and Pumbaa Annual Passholder Magnet, Other Perks Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom & More: Daily Recap (8/6/24) 5 A black lace skirt is displayed on a hanger in a clothing store. Nearby are other clothing items including a sweater with a cartoon character and a pink dress.](https://media.wdwnt.com/2024/08/her-universe-halloween-merchandise-marketplace-co-opIMG_7740.jpg)
- New Her Universe Disney Halloween apparel has arrived at Walt Disney World.
Disneyland Resort
![New Timon and Pumbaa Annual Passholder Magnet, Other Perks Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom & More: Daily Recap (8/6/24) 6 An assortment of Mexican dishes including a burrito with red and green sauce, three tacos with diced toppings, a fried dish topped with guacamole, and a flatbread with various toppings beside rice.](https://media.wdwnt.com/2024/08/DLR-DCA-Plaza-de-la-Familia-Food-2024.jpg)
- Plaza de la Familia is set to return to Disney California Adventure this fall, and with it comes a full lineup of offerings inspired by the traditions of Día de los Muertos.
Shanghai Disneyland
![New Timon and Pumbaa Annual Passholder Magnet, Other Perks Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom & More: Daily Recap (8/6/24) 7 Image showing a Buzz Lightyear-themed hotel room with two beds, Toy Story decorations, and a large green alien plush at the Shanghai Disney Resort. Text overlay reads "Buzz Lightyear Room Tour" and "Toy Story Hotel.](https://media.wdwnt.com/2024/07/buzz-lightyear-themed-room-tour-1-4.jpg)
- Stay in Star Command with a Buzz Lightyear-themed room at the Toy Story Hotel of Shanghai Disney Resort.
Entertainment and Media
Disney+
- Disney+ has announced a few new updates today, namely that pricing for both its ad-supported and ad-free tiers will be going up later this fall.
The Walt Disney Company
![New Timon and Pumbaa Annual Passholder Magnet, Other Perks Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom & More: Daily Recap (8/6/24) 8 Promotional poster for the Disney D23 Horizons event on August 10, 2024, showing silhouettes of iconic Disney landmarks and characters against a vibrant sunset and fireworks background.](https://media.wdwnt.com/2024/07/horizons-d23-disney-experiences-showcase-2024.jpg)
- In a change from years prior, the Disney Parks announcement panel at the 2024 D23 Ultimate Fan Event will not be livestreamed to the general public.
- Ahead of being inducted as a Disney Legend this weekend at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event on Sunday, August 11, former Imagineer Joe Rohde has shared his thoughts on his accomplishments and legacy during his time with The Walt Disney Company in a new interview.
Universal Studios
Universal Studios Hollywood
![New Timon and Pumbaa Annual Passholder Magnet, Other Perks Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom & More: Daily Recap (8/6/24) 9 An amusement park attraction entrance labeled "The Purge: Dangerous Waters" with people standing and sitting nearby, creating an air of anticipation.](https://media.wdwnt.com/2023/09/The-Purge-Dangerous-Waters-1.jpg)
- The Purge: Dangerous Waters is returning to Universal Studios Hollywood for Halloween Horror Nights 2024.
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