PHOTOS: New Pink Peony Minnie Ear Headbands Bloom at Disneyland Resort
Jessica Figueroa
Spring may be a few months away still, but it seems flowers are in full bloom at Disneyland. You might even see a few gracing people’s heads, with these new Floral Minnie Ear Headbands. In lieu of a traditional ear, you have big, chunky flowers gracing each side. These are the second iteration of floral-inspired …
PHOTOS: New Resort Logo and Fab Five Merchandise Arrives at Disneyland Park
Staff Writer
We’re still in the first month of the new year, but the Disneyland Resort has already treated us with lots of new merchandise. From the pastel rainbow apparel collection to the Pixar Luxo ball Mickey ear headband, there are a lot of choices. Today brings even more items we need to add to our collection! …
PHOTOS: Lunar New Year Merchandise Celebrates the Year of the Mouse at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
Today while exploring Disney’s Animal Kingdom (and the China Pavilion at EPCOT), we found that all of the 2020 Lunar New Year merchandise has made its way to Walt Disney World! Let’s check it out. Men’s T-Shirt – $29.99 This bright red t-shirt features Mickey operating a dragon puppet, along with Donald, Goofy, and Pluto …
PHOTOS: Innoventions West Building Frame Completely Removed at EPCOT
Staff Writer
Future World has fallen into a state of mourning today. Overnight, the remaining pieces of the former home of Club Cool, Fountain View, and Innoventions were removed, leaving a building-sized hole in our hearts. The ongoing demolition work as part of the reimagining of EPCOT has been one of the most visible signs of change …
PHOTOS: Adorable New Baby Simba Souvenir Popcorn Bucket Coming Soon to Disney Parks
Jessica Figueroa
Finally, a popcorn bucket for us cat people. After all, it’s the circle of snacks, and it moves us all… If you follow any overseas merchandise accounts for the Disney Parks, you’ve probably seen this adorable new Baby Simba Popcorn Bucket making its rounds, and thanks to the Hong Kong Main Street Gazette and @HKDisneylandFood, …
“Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker” Slips To Fifth Place At The Box Office; Crosses $1 Billion Mark
Joe Hogarty
In its first weekend at the box office, “Bad Boys For Life” easily beat the competition and became a record-breaking debut for the franchise, bringing in $59 million. Robert Downey Jr.’s star power from the MCU did not carry over into his new film “Dolittle,” which came in second and made $22.5 million. And rounding …
PHOTOS: Avengers Campus Spider-Man Attraction Construction Keeps Crawling While Sightlines Are Destroyed in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure
Matthew Soberman
Work at Disney California Adventure’s Avengers Campus is progressing as it races to meet its Summer 2020 opening, and today, we’ve got a look at the latest advancements. From Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree in neighboring Cars Land, we can see construction progressing steadily. Some of the red paneling on the exterior of the future Spider-Man ride …
PHOTOS: New Star Wars Hoth Spirit Jersey (Snow) Speeds into Disneyland
Matthew Soberman
One of the exotic planets in the Star Wars universe now has its own dedicated piece of apparel. Hoth, as featured in “Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back,” is featured in a new Spirit Jersey available at Disneyland. The blue jersey shows the Battle of Hoth from the beginning of the film, where Rebel …
REVIEW: Pop Eats! is Bursting with Flavor at the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Alicia
We always look forward to trying out Pop Eats! at EPCOT’s International Festival of the Arts. The food is always eye-catching and usually, pretty tasty too! Menu for the Pop Eats! at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Food: Sous Vide Chicken Roulade with Apples and Sage served with Warm Brie Fondue, Blueberry and …
PHOTOS: Hidden Disney Character Decals Return to World Showcase (with New Additions) for the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2020
Staff Writer
During the 2019 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, guests were pleasantly surprised to see a few more characters pop up in the decor around the park. Disney stars such as Remy, Abu, and Jiminy Cricket were added to the walls of their respective home countries in the World Showcase Pavilion. For the 2020 festival, …
PHOTOS: Heavy Machinery Arrives at Magic Kingdom Parking Lot Expansion Site
Staff Writer
This week, the Magic Kingdom parking lot expansion site saw several changes. We took a ride on the monorail to get a birds-eye view of the latest work happening at the site. Land clearing is almost complete in the green section that used to be trees and bushes. Most notably at the site, several very …
PHOTOS: Sneak Peek of New Disney Parks Designer Collection Minnie Ears by John Coulter Coming Soon to EPCOT
Staff Writer
Fans of the Disney Parks Designer Collection ears, rejoice! The newest pair in this collection has been announced and were designed by Disney’s own John Coulter. The ears will be released exclusively for the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts January 24 but will be available to purchase online at shopDisney in March for those who …
PHOTOS: New Astro Orbiter D-Tech MagicBand, Tomorrowland D-Tech Phone Cases, and Tomorrowland Apparel at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
In celebration of Space Mountain’s 45th anniversary, Disney is rolling out a lot of new Tomorrowland merch. Today, we saw the newest items appear: tech accessories and t-shirts that will show your affinity for the land of tomorrow. Astro Orbiter D-Tech On Demand MagicBand – $24.99 This new customizable MagicBand features the dizzying Astro Orbiter …
PHOTOS: New Plush Badge and Tote Bag Combination Sets Now Available at Tokyo Disney Resort Hotels
Spencer Lloyd
If you’re lucky enough to visit Tokyo Disney Resort and stay in a Disney Hotel, there’s special merchandise you can purchase! Up to this point, the Guest-exclusive product has been a set of two themed full-size Mickey and Minnie plushes. But as of January 14, the hotels are transitioning to a new line. From now …
WDWNT Weekly Recap: EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2020 & New Films Debut, a Guest Pulls the Sword Out of the Stone at Disneyland, and a New Minnie Collectable Series
Staff Writer
Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all of the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from January 13–19! Walt Disney World A bold, new variable message sign was installed at the …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Gift Stop Now Closed at EPCOT
Annie Wilson
Another day, another change here at the ever-evolving EPCOT. While the park is undergoing a major transformation, we’ve been keeping an eye out for any and all changes. Gift Stop, the small store located outside of the park (next to Guest Relations) has closed. At this time, there’s no word on if this is part …
PHOTOS: New Limited Edition Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Main Street U.S.A. Doll Takes a Stroll in Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
We’re sure you’ve seen the Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction merchandise all over Instagram. The colorful items will use 2020 to feature a different attraction each month. But today, we found a Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction piece that’s a bit more chic. This Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction figure is quite a sight! in …
“The World According to Jeff Goldblum” Renewed for Second Season on Disney+
Staff Writer
We hope those with curious minds (and all you “Jurassic Park” fans) will be happy to learn that Disney+ has ordered ten more episodes of the documentary series “The World According to Jeff Goldblum.” The series will return for a second season on the streaming service. Produced by Nutopia, “The World According to Jeff Goldblum” …
PHOTOS: New Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Main Street U.S.A. Doll Brings Patriotic Style to Disneyland Resort
Staff Writer
Though they all feature beloved Disney attractions, we think the most classic of the Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Collection is this new Minnie Mouse doll we found at Disneyland. This iteration of Minnie appears here as a patriotic — and fashionable — citizen of Main Street U.S.A. Let’s start from the top: there is a …
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Disneyland Experiencing Numerous Breakdowns on Opening Weekend; Boarding Groups Progressing Slowly
Staff Writer
At Disneyland, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is experiencing repeated breakdowns that are stalling the boarding group process. At 1:40 p.m. Pacific time, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Disneyland has only reached boarding groups 28 – 29. The ride has experienced issues since around 11 a.m. Pacific this morning. The attraction was then …
PHOTOS: New Loungefly Sparkling Pixar Luxo Ball Mickey Ear Headband Debuts at Disneyland Resort
Staff Writer
The World of Pixar collection has one of its most sparking additions yet: a Mickey Mouse headband featuring the Luxo Ball! The headband is made by Loungefly and puts the Luxo ball front-and-center. Both sides of the ears have an abundance of bright red, yellow and blue sequins. If you want to stand out form …
PHOTOS: Construction Progresses Quickly at the Transportation and Ticket Center Entrance (1/19/20)
Staff Writer
We have been keeping an eye on construction work at Walt Disney World’s Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC) for months now. As part of an effort to enhance the entry experience to the Magic Kingdom, tons of work has been done to add security screening areas and remove the Walk Around the World bricks. On today’s …
PHOTOS: New Valentine’s Day Conversation Heart Jewelry Arrives at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
Today at Walt Disney World, we spotted a sweet surprise when we came across a new set of Valentine’s Day-themed jewelry. Let’s take a closer look! Conversation Heart Charm Bracelet – $24.99 This conversation heart charm bracelet is sweet as sugar and has the most adorable little phrases on it! Each of the charms is …
PHOTOS: New Colorful Keychains and Bag Clips Keep it Together at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
What makes a better Disney souvenir than a keychain or bag clip? Small and easy to pack, they allow you carry around a little piece of Disney magic wherever you may go. If you love Disney Parks keychains and bag clips, take a look at the new collection that recently arrived at Walt Disney World. …
PHOTO REPORT: Animal Kingdom 1/19/20 (Forbidden Mountain Cone, Damaged “Africa” Sign and More)
Annie Wilson
Jambo! from Disney’s Animal Kingdom. We’ve got a little extra time today, so we decided to roam around the park and see what’s new. Well, the Christmas tree isn’t new, but it’s still here. Part of the Africa sign is damaged. The “C” in Africa is missing a bottom portion of the letter. Tamu Tamu …
PHOTOS: New Disney Birds and Winnie the Pooh T-Shirts and Leggings Fly into Disneyland Resort
Matthew Soberman
This new line of merchandise at Disneyland Resort’s Downtown Disney District is all about the birds and the bees (the animals, I swear!). Whether you want to flock with the Disney birds or get your buzz on in the Hundred Acre Wood, there is a new t-shirt and a pair of leggings to show off …
PHOTOS: PeopleMover Decorative Accent Removal Continues at Magic Kingdom
The beautification of Tomorrowland continues ahead of the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World and the opening of TRON Lightcycle Run. One of the biggest changes coming to Tomorrowland is the removal of the garish galactic starport theming that currently adorns the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover. While our reporters were in the Magic Kingdom today, …
PHOTOS: Disney Skyliner Inaugural Year Popcorn Bucket Glides In To EPCOT
Staff Writer
Disney Skyliner popcorn buckets are now available at EPCOT, and they’re here just in time for National Popcorn Day! The popcorn buckets are replica of the red Disney Skyliner gondola. The first side features Mickey and Minnie enjoying the views. Another side has Pluto. Chip and Dale brought a few acorns on board! The doors …
PHOTOS: New Contemporary Resort Security Structure Erected, Magic Kingdom Entrance Enhancements Update
Staff Writer
Arrival experience enhancements have been underway for quite some time at Magic Kingdom’s front entrance, since Disney started construction on the area in July. Regardless of transportation mode to the Magic Kingdom, guests will encounter construction in some capacity. Today while at the park, we noticed some changes at the park’s front entrance since our …
New Christmas and Daytime Parades Announced for Disneyland Paris
Staff Writer
All-new Christmas and daytime parades have been announced for Disneyland Paris. The Christmas parade is set to debut this year, with the new daytime parade coming in 2022 for Disneyland Paris’ 30th anniversary. The new Christmas parade — including the costumes — will have nighttime capabilities. So it seems the parade will be set to …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Gateway Gifts Reopens After Brief Refurbishment (with Sign Still Intact!) at EPCOT
Jessica Figueroa
Gateway Gifts at EPCOT closed for a brief refurbishment earlier this week in order to even out the design elements and interior of the two stores flanking Spaceship Earth. Camera Center recently reopened with a similar new look, and it seems the same design choices were made for Gateway Gifts, with the exception of the …
PHOTOS: New Disney Destination Posters On Display at Caribbean Beach Skyliner Station
Jessica Figueroa
With the Disney Skyliner, you’re just a breezy (well, hopefully breezy) ride away from a fabulous assortment of parks and resorts, but why stop there? A new set of posters highlighting all of the destinations Disney has to offer via Disney Vacation Club, Adventures by Disney, and Disney Cruise Line are now on display at …
WDW News Tonight Weekly Recap – Episode 119 (1/16/20): Our Disney Parks Bucket List, The Disney Parks Diet, RuSS the Robot, and More!
Staff Writer
If you happened to miss this week’s episode of WDW News Tonight, we’ve got you covered! Below is a full recap of all the fun and madness you missed, along with the full episode to watch: [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FiMvbd4wF04] Each week, we bring you a live audio and video program, combining the latest headlines, comedy, trending …
PHOTOS: New Space Mountain and Tomorrowland Apparel, Mug and Cookie Jar Lift Off at Disneyland Resort
Matthew Soberman
If you’ve been waiting for more Space Mountain and Tomorrowland apparel to appear at the Disneyland Resort, you are “go” for launch! New apparel and merchandise celebrating the 45th anniversary of the beloved Disney attraction (well, at Walt Disney World, anyway) has arrived at both Disneyland Park and the Downtown Disney District. Let’s enter an …
PHOTOS: New Disney Parks Collection Minnie Mouse Mood Jewelry Arrives at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
Joy from “Inside Out” memorably posed the question, “Do you ever look at someone and wonder what is going on inside their head?” With the new Disney Parks collection of mood jewelry, there’s no need to ask. These jewelry pieces display the wearer’s mood for all to see. This new collection is giving us some …
REVIEW: Four Intriguing Latte & Donut Pairings at Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company at the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Alicia
For every EPCOT festival, each Joffrey’s stand inside EPCOT always goes out of their way to create a brand new drink for the festival. This year for EPCOT’S 2020 International Festival of the Arts, we have latte drinks and doughnuts themed around different art periods and movements. In Canada, we have the Impressionism Pairing; in …
REVIEW: The Deconstructed Dish Offers Festival Standouts at the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Alicia
EPCOT describes The Deconstructed Dish, a booth at the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, as “familiar foods with a creative twist.” So let’s get twisted up in some classics and check it out! Menu for The Deconstructed Dish at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Food: Deconstructed BLT: Crispy Pork Belly, Tomato …
PHOTOS: New Interactive Glass Art Kiosk by Arribas Brothers Debuts at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2020
Staff Writer
We hope you’re feeling creative, because Epcot’s Festival of the Arts is upon us. This unique festival provides guests many hands-on activities to find their inner artist. A new offering to the 2020 festival is an interactive glass art kiosk. This offering is located at the Glaskunst kiosk in the Germany pavilion. It’s sponsored by …
PHOTOS: New Hot Pink Minnie Mouse “Rock the Dots” Dress (with Pockets) Swings Into Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
Last week, we spotted a new Minnie Mouse “Rock the Dots” collection that popped up all across Walt Disney World! Today, we found another piece of the collection — a new Dress Shop vintage style dress featuring our favorite sweet mouse. Let’s take a closer look. The dress has a dark hot pink fabric for …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession Marches into Disney California Adventure for Lunar New Year 2020
Matthew Soberman
Poised for a pretty big new year herself, Mulan welcomes some pretty big special guests to celebrate the Year of the Rat… I mean, Mouse, in Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession at Disney California Adventure. It’s part of the Lunar New Year 2020 celebrations going on at the park from January 17th to February 9th, …
