Florida Resident Discover Disney 3 & 4-Day Discounted Park Tickets Return for 2018
Tom Corless
The Florida Resident Discover Disney 3-Day and 4-Day tickets will be returning to Walt Disney World for 2018 and are on sale now. The tickets themselves are good for 3 or 4-days of visits to Walt Disney World theme parks between January 4th until June 24th, 2018. The 3-day ticket is $159.00 for ages 3 …
UCF Football to Celebrate “National Championship” with Parade at Magic Kingdom
Staff Writer
The No. 12 University of Central Florida Knights football team, after defeating the No. 7 Auburn Tigers, 34-27, in the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, are planning to celebrate their “National Championship” with a parade in the Magic Kingdom on Sunday. What are we going to do next? We’re going to Disney World! 🏰#ChargeOn pic.twitter.com/15rJTZ8NdF — UCF …
Full Booth Menus for the Epcot International Festival of Arts 2018 Revealed
Cassie Calkins
The 2018 Epcot International Festival of the Arts is coming soon! Starting January 12th and going until February 19th, experience all sorts of amazing food, entertainment, and of course … art! Eating is a very important part of this Festival so get your appetite ready and check out these menus! The Deconstructed Dish Food: Atypical …
Disney World Holding Grand Floridian Resort 30th Anniversary Gala Event This June
Tom Corless
On June 30th, 2018, guests are invited to celebrate 30 years of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa at the Grand Floridian Resort 30th Anniversary Gala! The ticketed event begins at 7PM and includes live entertainment, epicurean delights from Grand Floridian restaurants of the past and present, an open cocktail bar, and open seating at …
Take Advantage of New 2018 Travel Discounts for Walt Disney World, Disneyland & Disney Cruise Line
Staff Writer
Planning a trip to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, or on the Disney Cruise Line in 2018? Visit http://smallworldbigfun.com/disneyfans to learn more about these current discounts and request a quote for your next Disney vacation! Walt Disney World Offers Soak Up Some Sun & Fun – Save Up To 20% On Rooms At Select Disney Resort Hotels! When …
Toy Story Mania Undergoing Track Closures & Full Ride Closures Starting Today To Prepare for Toy Story Land Opening at Hollywood Studios
Tom Corless
With Toy Story Midway Mania moving to Toy Story Land in Summer 2018 via a newly rerouted queue and exit, the attraction will need to experience some downtime ahead of the opening of the new land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Starting today, the third track of Toy Story Midway Mania (which was added in the …
VIDEO: New Motion Posters Released For Disney’s “A Wrinkle In Time”
Joe Hogarty
Check out the new TV spot for the upcoming “A Wrinkle in Time” and three new motion posters featuring cast members Oprah Winfrey, Reese Witherspoon and Mindy Kaling. “A Wrinkle in Time” opens nationwide on March 9, 2018 Mrs. Which/Oprah Winfrey Motion Poster: http:// Mrs. Whatsit/Reese Witherspoon Motion Poster: http:// Mrs. Who/Mindy Kaling Motion …
PHOTOS, REVIEW: The Edison at Disney Springs Opens for New Year’s Eve at Walt Disney World
Tom Corless
The long delayed restaurant and nightclub, The Edison at Disney Springs, opened to the public for a $150 ticketed event on New Year’s Eve 2017, and our own Nick LoCicero was there to check it out. A giant clock is on display when guests enter. I never thought I would see quite that much cleavage …
Festival of Fantasy Parade Returns to 3PM at the Magic Kingdom
Tom Corless
The Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade at the Magic Kingdom has moved back to a 3PM start time as of January 1st, 2018. In August 2017, the parade moved to 2pm daily to better accommodate Magic Kingdom hard-ticket event crowds who enter the park at 4pm, around the same time guests would leave after …
VIDEO: Wreck-It Ralph Welcomes The New Year With A Tease For “Ralph Breaks The Internet: Wreck-It-Ralph 2”
Joe Hogarty
This is what you call a real tease. Just Wreck-It-Ralph letting us know that we’ll probably be getting a real teaser one day, and then a trailer after that, for “Ralph Breaks The Internet: Wreck-It-Ralph 2”. If there is one thing to look forward to this year it is a sequel to “Wreck-It-Ralph”, but unfortunately …
Preview for “A Wrinkle in Time” Coming to Disney Parks in February
Staff Writer
Beginning February 9 a preview for the upcoming movie A Wrinkle in Time will be coming to Walt Disney World and Disneyland. At Disney California Adventure the preview will take place at the Sunset Showcase Theater and be presented in 3D with special in-theater effects. Over at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, guests will be able to …
Dreamfinders: A New WDWNT Podcast!
Staff Writer
WDW News Today is proud to present “Dreamfinders” – a new podcast that explores the creative culture both in and around Disney theme parks. Every other Tuesday in 2019, tune in as host Nathan Hartman sits down with Imagineers, authors, actors, dancers, photographers, YouTube creators and other artists to discuss how Disney has inspired them …
VIDEO: Disney’s Hollywood Studios Streetmosphere Characters Hold Pie-Eating Tribute to Mimi Kaboom
Tom Corless
In honor of Stacy Fulford, the Hollywood Studios Streetmosphere characters held a pie-eating tribute on Sunset Boulevard yesterday in Mimi Kaboom’s honor… Fulford, who portrayed Mimi Kaboom for several years at the park, tragically passed away earlier this week. Tom Corless
WDWNT’s Top 7 Things Coming to Disney Parks in 2018 (New Roller Coasters, Returning Parades, and More!)
Staff Writer
2018 looks to be a promising year for Disney Parks, which is surprising given it is the calm before the storm which is 2019. With so many new attractions, restaurants, and entertainment options on the way, we are listing the seven (yeah, seven…) things that have us most excited for the new year. Paint the …
WDWNT’s Top 7 Things That Happened at Disney Parks in 2017
Staff Writer
As 2017 comes to a close, we look back at some of the greatest moments in Disney Parks this year. From new restaurants and attractions, to festivals and more, 2017 added so much to the Disney Parks we love. So, in no particular order, here are the seven (yeah,…. seven) best things from 2017 (in our …
Disney’s Not-So-Secret Sale of California Tower of Terror Props Brings Big Money
Tom Corless
A few weeks back, we reported that Disneyland had quietly offered up a number of props and signs from recently removed attractions through a Van Eaton Galleries auction. While Disney’s sale of surplus goods, even iconic pieces from beloved attractions, is no great news, the fact that the sale was conducted through a third-party auction …
New Image Revealed For “Mary Poppins Returns”
Joe Hogarty
In USA Today’s “Ten Most Must-See Films Of 2018”, a new image from “Mary Poppins Returns” debuted as well as Emily Blunt discussing how it feels to take on such an iconic role as Mary Poppins. From USA Today: Emily Blunt acknowledges that it’s hard to put in words what it’s like to play author P.L. …
Stacy Fulford, Mimi Kaboom of Streetmosphere at Hollywood Studios Has Passed Away
Staff Writer
We have received the sad news (according to cast members who worked her) that Stacy Fulford, who played Mimi Kaboom in Streetmosphere at Hollywood Studios, has passed away. The Citizens of Hollywood always entertain and delight guests and Mimi Kaboom was no exception. From her official website you can see her passion for performing runs …
Three New MagicBand 2 MagicKeepers Released at Walt Disney World
Staff Writer
MagicKeepers, the MagicBand key chain, are now available in three new colors pink, purple, and blue! They retail for $12.99 the same as the original black version. No additional colors for the Minnie Magic Keeper has been spotted yet. New Magic Keeper Colors How to Install MagicBand Puck into MagicKeeper If you need …
Aladdin’s Oasis/Tahitian Terrace Restaurant Set to Return to Disneyland Park
Permits filed by Disney to the City of Anaheim seem to hint at a rehab for Aladdin’s Oasis in Adventureland at Disneyland. The permit states that the stage will be fixed up and expanded, the restrooms refurbished, and exterior walls altered and rethemed for the addition of a new pedestrian ramp. This space opened as …
PHOTOS: A Look Inside Club 33 at Shanghai Disneyland
Jill Diffendal
Access to Club 33 locations is usually members-only, but Adventures by Disney offers a visit to Shanghai Disneyland’s Club 33 location as part of the “Enchanted China” tour. Heather Concannon went on that trip with her family in August, and took some photos inside Club 33 that she shared with WDWNT. Shanghai Disneyland’s Club 33 …
PHOTOS: New Disney Skyliner Concept Art for Hollywood Studios Revealed
Tom Corless
Now located on the construction walls at the entrance of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, guests can get a closer look at the upcoming Disney Skyliner gondola transportation system. A map of the system, as well as an overhead rendering of the Disney’s Hollywood Studios station can be seen. The art recently released by Disney for this …
PHOTOS: New Disney Skyliner Concept Art Released on Epcot Construction Walls
Tom Corless
Now located on the construction walls at International Gateway at Epcot, guests can get a closer look at the upcoming Disney Skyliner gondola transportation system. A map of the system, as well as an overhead rendering of the International Gateway station can be seen. The art recently released by Disney for the Epcot station is …
Power Outage Cripples Fantasyland and Toontown at Disneyland During One of the Busiest Days of the Year
Jason Diffendal
A transformer failure at the Disneyland Resort resulted in loss of power to much of Fantasyland and Mickey’s Toontown Wednesday afternoon December 27th, in the middle of one of the busiest days of the year. According to ABC7.com, the local ABC affiliate in Los Angeles, reported that a Disneyland spokesperson said guests were being evacuated …
First Look At Han, Chewie and Lando From “Solo: A Star Wars Story”
Joe Hogarty
This image has not been officially confirmed, but it looks like the real deal to me. With only 5 months to go until the release of “Solo”, we should be getting some promotional material and this could be the first one. This originally was posted on reddit and the image originates somewhere from Russia, as …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Aerial Construction Update On Star Wars – Galaxy’s Edge, Toy Story Land at Hollywood Studios
Tom Corless
For the first time in a while, we take to the skies above Disney’s Hollywood Studios to see the latest progress on Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and Toy Story Land… To the left is Toy Story Land, to the right is Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. In the lower center, you can see the recently topped-off …
Walt Disney World Passholders Lose 20% Dining Discount, Gain Expanded 10% Discount
Tom Corless
Walt Disney World Annual Passholders now receive a 10% discount at almost all Disney-owned dining establishments. The discount was previously 20% from October 1st, 2016 through December 23rd, 2017 at only select locations. While expanded to more restaurants, the deal still does not include Victoria and Albert’s. The new discount is set through December 31st, …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: New Preview Film & Model of Star Wars – Galaxy’s Edge Unveiled at Disneyland, Disney World
Tom Corless
Guests visiting Star Wars Launch Bay at Disneyland Park and Disney’s Hollywood Studios are now being treated to a new preview of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, opening in 2019 at both parks. A small section of the model of the entire land that was on display at the D23 Expo this year is on display …
RUMOR: Disney Creating Cars “Living Characters” That Talk to Guests at Parks
A recent posting to the Disney Auditions website has fueled rumors that Disney is looking to create living “Cars” characters for Cars Land at Disney California Adventure and beyond. The posting claims it is looking for “male & female individuals who are outgoing, energetic and enthusiastic to help bring to life the citizens of Cars …
Details Announced for 2018 Disney’s Easter at Tokyo DisneySea
Jill Diffendal
Easter festivities are once again coming to Tokyo Disney Resort for “Disney’s Easter” at Disney TokyoSea, March 27 – June 6, 2018. The event will feature shows, merchandise, special restaurant menus, an egg hunt and decorations throughout the park. The Fashionable Easter show returns to Mediterranean Harbor. During the show, Mickey and Minnie sail into …
Disney Is Preparing For “Solo” To Bomb At The Box Office
Joe Hogarty
After the mixed reception by Star Wars fans concerning “Star Wars: The Last Jedi”, it seems Disney is preparing itself for the worst when “Solo: A Star Wars Story” comes out this May. According to Screen Geek: A source close to the film’s production has informed us: Disney is bracing themselves for the Han Solo …
New Details on Marvel Summer of Super Heroes at Disneyland Paris
Jill Diffendal
New details on the Marvel Summer of Super Heroes coming to Disneyland Paris next year were recently announced. The event is slated to run from June 10 to September 20, 2018 – a few weeks after the premiere of Avengers: Infinity War – as a conclusion to Disneyland Paris’ 25th Anniversary celebrations. The event will …
Mayor of Main Street at Magic Kingdom, Christopher George Weaver, Has Passed Away
Tom Corless
Legendary Walt Disney World entertainer Christopher George Weaver has passed away according to cast members who worked with him. Weaver was best known for portraying the Mayor of Main Street U.S.A. at the Magic Kingdom. In addition to appearing around Main Street U.S.A., Weaver also hosted many of the old Magic Kingdom Welcome Shows at …
RUMOR: Leaked Kingdom Hearts III Screenshots Suggest a Possible Monsters Inc. World
Staff Writer
It’s quite possible that Monsters Inc. will be joining the roster of explorable worlds in the upcoming game Kingdom Hearts III. Recently a handful of photos were leaked on Kingdom Hearts Insider when forum user nintendo uploaded a slew of photos showing off the crossover of Pixar’s Monsters Inc. and Kingdom Hearts. The screenshots, if actually …
PHOTOS: Latest Progress on Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland
Staff Writer
It’s been a while since we last took a look at the construction for the upcoming land based on everyone’s favorite galaxy far far away, so let’s see how things are shaping up over at Disneyland. Progress on Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is coming along nicely at Disneyland. The general outline of the land is …
Holiday Mug Released at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Jason Diffendal
Late last month, Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar at the Disneyland Hotel released an exclusive holiday-themed mug. Since then, many have been wondering when Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort would get holiday mugs. Well, now we know the reason for the delay… Pirates hijacked our mug delivery, so Trader Sam had …
PHOTOS: New “Room Occupied” Signs Debut at Disney World Hotels, Denoting Cast May Enter Once a Day
Tom Corless
As we reported yesterday, “Do Not Disturb” signs at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels are being replaced with new “Room Occupied” signs amid security concerns. The new signs guests can place on their room door reflects the new policy in place. They are currently only in use at the Monorail connected resorts, but are set …
PHOTOS: Pizza Ponte Now Open at Disney Springs, Full Menu
Jill Diffendal
Pizza Ponte at Disney Springs is now open, the first of Patina Restaurant Group’s three food and beverage venues within the Edison complex to open its doors. The other two Maria and Enzo’s establishments – Maria and Enzo’s and Enzo’s Hideaway – as well as the Edison, are all expected to open by month’s end. The fast-casual …
DVC Resorts Now Have Daily Trash Service; Likely Related to New WDW Resort Security Measures
Jason Diffendal
On the heels of the new resort security measures we reported this morning, it appears that DVC resorts are also implementing some changes that may be related. In an email sent today to Disney Vacation Club members, a change to the longstanding policy of trash removal every fourth day was announced: Your in-room experience has …
BREAKING: New Security Measures at Walt Disney World Hotels, “Do Not Disturb” Room Signs Being Removed
Tom Corless
Beginning with the three monorail resorts near the Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World Resort Hotels will no longer provide guests with “Do Not Disturb” signs to put on their doors. The signs will be replaced with “Room Occupied” signs that will notify cast members that guests are in the rooms. However, these guests will be …