PHOTOS: Cinderella Castle Pathway Expansion – Construction Update 4/16/19
Staff Writer
Swift progress is being made on the west side of Cinderella Castle. The planned expansion of the pathway between Liberty Square and Fantasyland started less than a month ago, and foundations are already being prepared. We saw the very beginnings of concrete work in our last update, but now it’s really taking shape. Disney hasn’t …
PHOTO REPORT: Epcot 4/16/19 (Restaurant Construction, Pizza Al Taglio, New Merchandise, ETC.)
Staff Writer
This week’s photo report around the ever-changing Epcot brings us updates from the upcoming Space Restaurant, Japan restaurant, new ground work around the American Adventure pavilion, and some new merchandise. Let’s start! Space Restaurant Much of the Space Restaurant is now cinderblock. Our last update showed us this wall almost completely covered in scaffolding. However, …
RUMOR: Oga’s Cantina Restaurant Delayed Due to Budget Cuts, Only Drinks Will Be Served (With Time Limits) Upon Open at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Jessica Figueroa
UPDATE: While we ran this as a rumor to begin with, it seems the original tweets regarding Oga’s Cantina at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge: we referenced in our original piece have since been retracted and modified: BIG Apologies! There WILL be a 1-hour time limit to stay inside Ogi’s Cantina (w/queue out front) & seating will be …
“Toy Story Play Days” Coming to Disneyland Paris This Summer
Staff Writer
A special new celebration is making its way over to Disneyland Paris this summer: Toy Story Play Days! From June 18th to the 28th, the Walt Disney Studios Park will be alive with fun and games in celebration of the upcoming Toy Story 4. We already knew that Bo Peep would be making her way …
PHOTOS: Toydarian Toymaker, Creature Stall, and Black Spire Outfitters Items Previewed for Star Wars – Galaxy’s Edge at Celebration Chicago
Staff Writer
Star Wars Celebration Chicago continues to display new and exciting details about Galaxy’s Edge for when it opens this year. Displayed at the event on Saturday were some of the new toy and collectable merchandise that will be available for purchase at the three merchandise locations in Galaxy’s Edge; the Toydarian Toymaker, the Creature Stall, …
Former Imagineers Behind The Great Movie Ride and Former Executive Vice President of Entertainment Ron Logan Added to Presenters at Hollywood Studios Anniversary Event
Tom Corless
Join WDWNT as we celebrate 30 years of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Pleasure Island, Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon, Delta Dreamflight, Wonders of Life, and more! “Stage 89: An Unofficial Celebration of All Things 1989 at Walt Disney World” will take you back to a time where you could take an amazing journey into the movies, fly through the …
PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 4/15/19 (Spring Weather, Spring Crowds, and Construction Updates)
Staff Writer
Ahh, spring time. There’s nothing quite like it. Let’s take walk around the Magic Kingdom and take it all in, shall we? There are few places more beautiful in Florida than Magic Kingdom in the spring… Tomorrowland Speedway Over at the Tomorrowland Speedway, they’re finishing a chunk of the new track. They installed the supports …
PHOTOS: New Stitch Merchandise Arrives at Disneyland Resort
Staff Writer
Aloha! It’s been nearly 17 years since Lilo & Stitch made its debut and the love for this animated film is still going strong. From a new tie-dye Spirit Jersey to Loungefly Backpacks to a possible live-action movie, there’s no doubt that this film’s popularity is at an all-time high. And with this new collection …
PHOTOS: Easter Egg Displays at Disney’s All-Star Sports, Music, and Movies Resorts
Annie Wilson
With Easter right around the corner, we’ve seen a lot of Easter Egg displays around the resorts. Over at Disney’s All-Star Resorts, you can find some egg displays created by Cast Members. They’re all so creative, and it appears as if each display was created by a different department. At All-Star Sports, they were labeled, …
PHOTOS: Tomorrowland Speedway Refurb Update 4/15/19 (Newly Painted Facade, Railings, and Walls; Metal Grids Removed)
Jessica Figueroa
Amidst the hustle and bustle of a packed Easter week at the Magic Kingdom, we’ve spotted a few changes to the Tomorrowland Speedway, which is still under extensive refurbishment and construction to make way for the Tron Lightcycle Power Run coaster that’s set to open in 2021. First off, we noticed a couple of things …
PHOTOS: Temporary Park Entrance Set Up at Epcot’s International Gateway
Jessica Figueroa
On a trek through Epcot today, we discovered that the entrance at the International Gateway had moved under a temporary tent (and new location), so we decided to backtrack and show you all the changes and construction in the area. The park entrance is now located right across from the World Traveler shop, and walls are …
PHOTOS: Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster at Epcot – Construction Update 4/15/19
Staff Writer
Our last Guardians of the Galaxy Roller Coaster construction update showed us a look at the old Ellen’s Energy Adventure building. This week, we took a closer look at what will be the main show building for the upcoming attraction. We even saw some new track over in the building that will house the ride! …
PHOTOS: Epcot Nighttime Show Construction Continues in World Showcase Lagoon
Staff Writer
Just last week, Disney shared a first-look at some concept art from the highly anticipated new nighttime show, “Epcot Forever”. After it launches in October, Epcot Forever will continue its limited-time run into 2020, when it will then make way for the debut of the next epic Epcot nighttime spectacular as part of the park’s …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Grapefruit Garage Officially Opens at Disney Springs
Jessica Figueroa
After months of delays, re-namings, and yes, even more delays, the Grapefruit Garage at Disney Springs’ Marketplace area is finally open. The Grapefruit Garage the third parking garage to debut at Disney Springs and it includes a pedestrian bridge over Buena Vista Drive directly into the Marketplace area, right around where Basin and World of Disney …
PHOTO REPORT: Animal Kingdom 4/15/19 (New Merchandise, Maintenance in Pandora, Plastic Trash Penguin, ETC.)
Annie Wilson
It’s time for another photo report direct from Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Currently on display as you enter park is a giant Adelie penguin sculpture. It may seem like it’s just a reminder that the new Disneynature film “Penguins” is opening April 17th, but it’s also a reminder we need to take care of our planet. …
SHOP: New Toy Story Pixar Toybox Figures, Loungefly Purses, Spirit Jersey, and More Available Now on shopDisney
Jessica Figueroa
With Toy Story 4 premiering soon, it’s time to start stocking up on merch, and shopDisney is here to deliver. The Spirit Jersey you all loved is finally in stock and available for purchase, but there are even more surprises in store, with a fully functioning Pizza Planet Space Crane game, and even some Loungefly …
VIDEO: Watch As Ahsoka Takes On Darth Maul In The First Trailer For “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” Season 7
Joe Hogarty
Ahsoka returns for new adventures in this trailer for “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” Season 7. “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” Season 7 will air exclusively on Disney+. Source: Star Wars HQ
WDWNT Weekly Recap: All The Star Wars News, More Disney+ Details Revealed and A Nighttime Show Preview
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 April 8-14 2019! WDWNT News Join WDWNT for Stage 89 – a celebration of all things …
PHOTOS: Star Wars – Galaxy’s Edge Exclusive Black Series Figures Reveal New Characters That Will Appear in the Theme Park Lands
Matthew Soberman
Some of the newest additions to the Star Wars: The Black Series line of action figures will be exclusive to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge when it opens, as Hasbro revealed at Star Wars Celebration Chicago this weekend. The news comes as part of a large reveal of the merchandise coming to the theme park land, …
PHOTOS: Enhanced Curb With New Brickwork and Slower Incline Revealed at Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland Park
Staff Writer
The center icon of Disneyland, Sleeping Beauty Castle, is still very much under refurbishment. However, guests will be happy to hear that a peek at what is going on behind those Castle walls is finally being revealed. Back in January, Disney provided details of the changes coming to Sleeping Beauty Castle, as well as what …
PHOTOS: Beautiful Spring Decorations Around Hong Kong Disneyland
Annie Wilson
Spring has arrived at the Hong Kong Disneyland Resort. During a recent visit, we were overwhelmed by the cute Easter decorations around the park and hotels. As soon as we arrived at our hotel, the Explorer’s Lodge, we found some fun goodies in our room. In the bathroom, we found this complimentary tin with characters …
Lucasfilm Releases New Images From Disney+ Series, “The Mandalorian”, Series Debuts November 12th
Joe Hogarty
Today, Jon Favreau (writer/executive producer), Dave Filoni (director/executive producer) and Kathleen Kennedy (executive producer) hosted a lively and informative panel discussion on the upcoming Disney+ series THE MANDALORIAN. They were joined by stars Pedro Pascal (“The Mandalorian”), Gina Carano (“Cara Dune”) and Carl Weathers (“Greef”) as they teased an early look at the first ever …
Weekly Walt Disney World Maintenance Report (4/14/19) – “Okay, It’s Worse…”
Tom Corless
Welcome to the Weekly Walt Disney World Maintenance Report. In this weekly report, the goal is to create a comprehensive list of broken effects, damaged props, and more at the Walt Disney World Resort in the hopes they will be repaired, or at the very least just track how long it takes for Disney to …
PHOTOS: 2019 Easter Egg Display at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Staff Writer
As Easter draws near, even more Easter egg displays are popping up around the Walt Disney World Resort. We recently spotted them at the Grand Floridan, and Yacht and Beach Club. Now, we’ve found a new display at Disney’s Contemporary Resort! Assembled by the talented Contemporary bakery team, these eggs look incredible and welcome each …
PHOTOS: Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at Epcot – Construction Update 4/14/19
Staff Writer
Construction work at Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure is powering on, and we noticed a couple changes from our last update late last month. Let’s take a look! Construction walls now line all the way down the entrance way to Epcot, coming from the Epcot resorts area. This makes it difficult to see any real construction as …
“Donald’s Hot Jungle Summer” and “Disney Pirates Summer” Coming July 9th – September 1st to Tokyo Disney Resort
Matthew Soberman
Gather the flock and take to the high seas for summertime fun at the Tokyo Disney Resort. If you’re looking for a “quacking” good time, head to Tokyo Disneyland this summer for the return of “Donald’s Hot Jungle Summer.” At Tokyo Disneyland, Donald Duck and his friends Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck, Goofy, Chip, …
Tokyo Disneyland’s Cinderella Castle Undergoing 6 Month Refurbishment Starting Later This Year
Staff Writer
Cinderella’s Castle in Tokyo Disneyland will be seeing some construction on it starting October 1st, 2019 and lasting through through early April 2020. A recent update from Tokyo Disney Resort’s website let resort guests know about the changing views from some of their guest rooms. In Tokyo Disneyland, construction work on part of Cinderella Castle …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney California Adventure 4/13/19 (New Rainbow Unicorn Merchandise, Rita’s Baja Blenders Refurbishment, etc.)
Staff Writer
With a little over a month left until Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens, work continues throughout the Disneyland Resort to have it looking better than ever by the big day. Today we’re bringing you updates from Disney California Adventure, including new merchandise and new refurbishments. Disney California Adventure Updates With Disney Eggstravaganza 2019 in full …
PHOTO REPORT: Downtown Disney District 4/13/19 (Parking Structure Updates, Orange Bird Alex and Ani Bangle, Black Tap Updates, ETC.)
Staff Writer
With Spring Break season coming to an end, the Disneyland Resort is feeling a little less intense these days. But with the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge just around the corner, the Resort is rushing to look its best in time. Here are all the updates you need to know about Downtown Disney District, …
KUNGALOOSH! Reunite with Fellow Adventurers for “Pleasure Beach – Celebrating 30 Years of Party and Adventure”, A Pleasure Island Tribute Event at Walt Disney World
Tom Corless
Join us as we celebrate 30 years of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon, Delta Dreamflight, and of course, Pleasure Island, at Stage 89! “Stage 89: An Unofficial Celebration of All Things 1989 at Walt Disney World” will take you back to a time where you could take an amazing journey into the movies, fly …
PHOTOS: Special PhotoPass Opportunities, Treats and More Celebrate The Haunted Mansion Today-Only at the Magic Kingdom
Matthew Soberman
For fans of the 999 Happy Haunts that inhabit Gracey Manor, 13 is your lucky number. To celebrate the debut of the Disney PhotoPass capture at The Haunted Mansion, a day-long celebration of the iconic attraction is taking place at the Magic Kingdom’s Liberty Square. Now, as they say, “look alive,” as we take a tour …
VIDEO: First Trailer Debuts for Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, Release Date Revealed
Staff Writer
EA and Respawn have just unveiled the first official look at Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order during Star Wars Celebration Chicago. The new third-person, single-player, action game from Apex Legends and Titanfall developer Respawn Entertainment follows the events of Cal Kestis, a Padawan survivor. The game takes place between the events of Revenge of the …
DJ R3X Funko Pop! Coming Exclusively to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland
Staff Writer
Funko has just announced that an exclusive DJ R3X Funko Pop! figure will be making its way exclusively to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland. The Funko site reads, “The infamous Star Tours droid is leaving the pilot’s life to reinvent himself as DJ R3X! From the Star Tours music to Figrin D’an and the …
More Audio-Animatronics, Specialty Coca-Cola Bottles, and Other New Details Revealed for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Celebration Chicago
Tom Corless
Today at Star Wars Celebration Chicago, a special panel was hosted by individuals from Disney and LucasFilm previewing the upcoming Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Here’s what was revealed: Some new concept art of the exterior of Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance was released early-on in the event, seen …
PHOTOS: Grand Floridian Society Orchestra Moves Downstairs as Work Begins on New Beauty and the Beast Bar
Annie Wilson
It’s safe to say many are excited about the new Beauty and the Beast themed bar coming to the Grand Floridian. With construction starting, the Grand Floridian has been making some changes to accommodate guests during the remodel. First, we told you about the temporary Mizner’s set-up in front of the Grand Floridian Garden Tea …
Help Disney Parks Poster Artist and Imagineer Jim Michaelson In His Fight with Cancer
Matthew Soberman
One of Disney Parks’ most prolific poster artists needs your help in his fight with prostate cancer. Jim Michaelson began working for WED Enterprises in 1971. Along with fellow Imagineers Rudy Lord and Ernie Prinzhorn, Michaelson helped to re-imagine the poster art displayed at the Disney Parks. While at Disney, designed and co-designed posters for …
Hasbro Releasing Exclusive Retro-Inspired Star Wars Figures at 2019 San Diego Comic Con
Staff Writer
Hasbro has announced some retro-inspired Star Wars figurines that will be available at 2019 San Diego Comic Con. The first figure is a 6-inch scale Boba Fett that will be releasing as part of The Black Series of premium Star Wars toys. The design is a callback to the original Kenner action figures, and the …
VIDEO: Check Out the Offcial Trailer for Vader Immortal: A Star Wars VR Series – Episode I
Staff Writer
ILMxLAB showed off Vader Immortal: A Star Wars VR Series in action for the first time during Star Wars Celebration Chicago with an official trailer for Episode I. In the trailer, the player is shown as something of an unwanted guest in the presence of the Empire. In an effort to escape from Vader’s home …
PHOTOS: Finding Nemo Light-Up Sipper Swims Into Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Annie Wilson
We’ve seen quite a few souvenir sipper cups, popcorn buckets, and straws appear around Animal Kingdom lately. During a recent visit to the park, we actually found Nemo! That’s right. We found the Finding Nemo sipper cup. Animal Kingdom seems to get a strange mix of things offered at their popcorn carts. This Finding Nemo …
New Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company Location Now Open at ESPN Wide World of Sports
Jessica Figueroa
If you’re at the ESPN Wide World of Sports and find yourself in need of a cup of joe, look no further than the newest Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company location that recently opened in the former Welcome Center. The new Joffrey’s kiosk will offer their classic artisan roasted coffees, teas, lattes, pastries, and other …
