New Christmas Weighted Eeyore Plush at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
Give the gift of Eeyore to a friend, family member, or yourself this holiday season with a Christmas version of the weighted Eeyore plush first released a couple of years ago. We found this holiday version of Eeyore at Hundred Goods in Magic Kingdom. Christmas Weighted Eeyore Plush – $39.99 Eeyore himself is depicted in …
RUMOR: Magic Happens Parade Will Return to Disneyland Park in February 2024
Dylan Kennedy Grey
After resuming its run this year at Disneyland Park following park closures from COVID-19, the Magic Happens Parade appears to be returning to Disneyland Park in February 2024. Parade Transitions at Disneyland Park The Magic Happens Parade concluded its run on October15. “A Christmas Fantasy Parade” will return to Disneyland on November 10. The annual …
PHOTOS: Peek Inside Shanghai Disney Resort’s Zootopia Land at Animatronics, Scenery, and Up-Close Details
Dylan Kennedy Grey
In new Instagram posts, Shanghai Disney Resort has shared up-close details of some of their audio-animatronics, as well as glimpses of the new Zootopia Land coming to Shanghai Disneyland in December. Locations and Scenes Revealed in Zootopia Land In quick pans over Zootopia Land in two new Instagram posts, Shanghai Disneyland has shared some views …
Disney100: The Exhibition Coming to Kansas City in May 2024
Dylan Kennedy Grey
Disney100: The Exhibition, a touring exhibit featuring hundreds of Disney artifacts, never-before-seen art, costumes, props, and more than a dozen interactive installations celebrating 100 years of the Walt Disney Company, will be coming to The Heart Of America in May 2024. Disney100: The Exhibition in Kansas City Disney100: The Exhibition will be making its third …
Disney Cruise Line’s Float in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Getting Disney Treasure Facelift
Dylan Kennedy Grey
Disney Cruise Line’s float for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will receive a retooling ahead of the event, with details to make it representative of Disney’s newest and upcoming ship, the Disney Treasure. Disney Cruise Line’s Float Three years ago, Disney Cruise Line revealed their new parade float to celebrate the then-upcoming Disney Wish ship. …
PHOTOS: More Merry Menagerie, Diwali, and DinoLand Christmas Decorations at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Shannen Ace
Disney’s Animal Kingdom is preparing for the winter holidays with more Merry Menagerie decorations, as well as Diwali decor in the Asia section of the park and Christmas lights in DinoLand U.S.A. Merry Menagerie Photo Op & Decorations Near the Disney’s Animal Kingdom entrance is the Merry Menagerie photo op featuring an arctic fox, squirrel, …
Marvel Has Considered Replacing Jonathan Majors’ Kang the Conquerer with Dr. Doom Amid Assault Accusations and Other Problems for the Studio
Shannen Ace
Marvel Studios is struggling with an uncertain future, with their biggest problem currently being Jonathan Majors, who portrays the MCU’s Kang the Conquerer but is also about to go on trial in New York for domestic violence charges. Marvel’s Majors Problem Marvel executives, including Kevin Feige, gathered in Palm Springs for the studio’s annual retreat …
New ‘Star Wars’ Collection by Columbia Inspired by Luke Skywalker’s Rebel Pilot Suit Launching in December 2023
Shannen Ace
Columbia is releasing a new special-edition “Star Wars” collection inspired by Luke Skywalker’s orange pilot suit and built for cold weather. “Star Wars” x Columbia Collection The collection will be available on December 1, 2023. Skywalker Pilot Ski Suit – $500 This one-piece ski suit inspired by Luke Skywalker’s flight suit will be an online …
Disney Dreamlight Valley Multiplayer & Jack Skellington Coming With December Update, More Expansion Information Released, Album Available
Shannen Ace
After canceling their free-to-play plans a few days ago, Disney Dreamlight Valley streamed a showcase Wednesday morning with a whole host of new announcements for the game, which officially launches on December 5, 2023. Disney Dreamlight Valley December Update First up, the Disney Dreamlight Valley album with music from the game is now available to …
RSVPs Open for Universal Studios Hollywood Pass Member Holiday Park Takeover
Shannen Ace
Universal Studios Hollywood has opened RSVPs for their Pass Member Holiday Park Takeover later this month. Pass Members can RSVP on the Universal Studios Hollywood website. There is a virtual queue in place. The Pass Member Holiday Park Takeover will run from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. PT on November 28 and November 29. The …
2023 Gingerbread House Pins & Ornaments Arrive at Walt Disney World Resort
Shannen Ace
Most of the pins and two ornaments inspired by this year’s Walt Disney World Resort gingerbread house displays have arrived. The pins and ornaments for Disney’s BoardWalk and Beach Club can be found at their respective gift shops. We also found all of the pins at EPCOT, however no pin or ornament has arrived for …
Pretend You’re at Walt Disney World with Park-Inspired Wait Time Signs that Display Actual Wait Times
Jason Diffendal
This post contains sponsored content from MagicBandReaders.com and WaitSigns.com. Do you have an unnatural compulsion to open the My Disney Experience app and check Disney attraction wait times when you’re sitting at home? Even when you don’t have a Disney vacation planned until next year? Now, thanks to the masterminds behind MagicBandReaders.com, you can get …
PHOTOS: Alaska Airlines Debuts Mickey’s Toontown Express Airplane
Shannen Ace
Alaska Airlines has debuted a new Mickey’s Toontown-inspired airplance dubbed the Mickey’s Toontown Express. The Boeing 737-800’s first flight was from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to John Wayne Airport (SNA) near Disneyland Resort. Mickey’s Toontown Express The plane features Mickey, Minnie, Daisy, Donald, Goofy, Pluto, Chip, and Dale. Behind the characters are the green hills …
BREAKING: Disney Officially Taking Full Ownership of Hulu
Shannen Ace
The Walt Disney Company has officially announced that they will purchase the last 33% stake of Hulu from Comcast, giving them full ownership of the streaming service. Currently, Disney owns a two-thirds majority stake in the streaming service, with Comcast owning the other third. Under the original 2019 agreement between Disney and Comcast, Disney could require …
Disney’s Magnolia Golf Course Reopening in Three Weeks as Full 18-Holes, Construction Continuing Into Next Year
Shannen Ace
After operating as a 14-hole course for a year, Disney’s Magnolia Golf Course will open as an 18-hole course on Wednesday, November 22, 2023. Disney’s Magnolia Golf Course Reopening as 18-Hole Course The golf course went through a lengthy renovation in 2022 but the last four holes did not reopen last year. With their reopening, …
PHOTOS: Color Added to Spaceship Earth-Style Paneling on CommuniCore Hall in EPCOT
Shannen Ace
Some of the Spaceship Earth-style panels on one exterior wall of CommuniCore Hall in EPCOT have some new accent colors. Spaceship Earth-Style Paneling Crews began installing these silver triangular panels inspired by the Alucobond panels on Spaceship Earth in early October. Some of the panels are now green and blue, adding further dimension to the …
Jingle Cruise 2023 Return Date Announced for Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
Jingle Cruise, the holiday overlay for Jungle Cruise at Magic Kingdom, will return on November 2, 2023. During the holiday season, the beloved Jungle Cruise experience is transformed into the Jingle Cruise—a festive-yet-familiar adventure from stem to stern! Join the homesick Jungle Cruise skippers as they set out on a holly, jolly journey packed with …
Asha From ‘Wish’ Arriving at Disneyland Resort on November 22
Shannen Ace
After debuting in a meet and greet at EPCOT on Wednesday, Asha from “Wish” will begin appearing at Disneyland Resort on November 22, the day of the film’s release. Guests will be able to meet Asha outside The Royal Hall in Fantasyland. Asha will arrive at Disneyland Paris later in the month. “Wish” “Wish” is …
‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny’ Disney+ and Physical Release Dates Announced
Shannen Ace
“Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” will be available to stream exclusively on Disney+ starting on December 1, 2023. “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” Home Release On the same day, Disney+ will release the documentary “Timeless Heroes: Indiana Jones and Harrison Ford.” “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” will be available …
Universal Orlando Resort Raises Single-Day Admission by $10
Shannen Ace
Universal Orlando Resort has raised single-day admission prices to now start at $119, or $126.74 with taxes. This is an increase of $10 from the previous starting price of $109. Prices vary depending on the date, but did not universally go up. The most expensive single-day ticket remains the same: $179 or $190.64 with taxes. …
PHOTOS: Universal and Wendover Housing Break Ground on New Catchlight Crossings Affordable Housing Community
Shannen Ace
Universal Destinations & Experiences and Wendover Housing Partners broke ground Wednesday morning for Catchlight Crossings, a new affordable housing community. Catchlight Crossings Groundbreaking Celebration Catchlight Crossings is a new 20-acre community in the International Drive area near Universal Orlando Resort. It will feature 1,000 units, on-site amenities and services, retail and play areas, and easy …
First Look at Merchandise for 2023 Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure
Katie Francis
Alongside the full menus, Disney released a first look at some of the exclusive merchandise coming to the 2023 Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure. While you enjoy your delectable eats and sips from the festive foods marketplace, be sure to pick up a keepsake from your culinary adventure! Explore the Disney Festival of …
Full Menus Released for 2023 Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure
Katie Francis
Festival of Holidays is coming to Disney California Adventure from November 10, 2023 – January 7, 2024 and the full menus have now been released. Disney Festival of Holidays Marketplaces A Twist on Tradition (Available Nov. 10 through Jan. 7) Brews & Bites (Available Nov. 10 through Jan. 7) Favorite Things (Available Nov. 10 through Jan. 7) Grandma’s …
PHOTOS: ‘Star Wars Rebels’ Kanan Jarrus Legacy Lightsaber Hilt Now Available at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Shannen Ace
The Kanan Jarrus legacy lightsaber hilt is now available at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The hilt was first teased in the summer of 2022 after a vote by “Star Wars” fans. The hilt was put on display at Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disneyland this October. Then …
Disney Pal-Palooza Minnie’s Funderland Beginning in January 2024 at Tokyo Disneyland
Shannen Ace
In time for Valentine’s Day, the new limited-time Disney Pal-Palooza “Minnie’s Funderland” event will begin at Tokyo Disneyland on January 10, 2024. Minnie’s Funderland Tokyo Disneyland will be transformed into Minnie’s Funderland, a fantasy world filled with the things she dreams and loves. The event will last through March 19, 2024. Offerings include a parade, …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Asha From ‘Wish’ Meet and Greet Debuts at EPCOT
Shannen Ace
Asha from “Wish” has arrived for a meet and greet at EPCOT. This summer, Walt Disney World was casting Asha look-alikes. Disney then announced in September that she would soon appear at EPCOT, Disneyland, and Disneyland Paris. The meet and greet character appeared onstage at Destination D23. Wednesday morning, the Asha meet and greet was added to the My …
BREAKING: ‘Wish’ Asha Meet and Greet Begins Today at EPCOT
Shannen Ace
A meet and greet for Asha from Disney’s upcoming film “Wish” will begin at EPCOT today. Asha Meet and Greet The Asha meet and greet now appears in the My Disney Experience app. She will meet at the gazebo near the start of World Showcase at the following times: Walt Disney World was casting Asha …
Disneyland Paris Celebrates Cast Members With Special Drone Show and More
Shannen Ace
Disneyland Paris wrapped up their 30th anniversary celebration with the Cast Member event “Disney Cast Life: An Evening of Celebrations.” Various characters appeared during the event, including Mickey & Friends, and Cast Members were invited to ride Crush’s Coaster. Disneyland Paris Ambassadors Carmen, Quentin, Jose, and Dylan welcomed Cast Members to the event from a …
Monorail Evacuated After Tire Incident, Character Introduced for Haunted Mansion Parlor on Disney Treasure, & More: Daily Recap (10/31/23)
Dylan Kennedy Grey
We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Tuesday, October 21, 2023. Walt Disney World EPCOT …
‘The Last of Us’ FEDRA Rations Cans Return to Halloween Horror Nights 32
Dylan Kennedy Grey
Halloween Horror Nights 32 brought Naughtydog’s “The Last of Us” game to the real world, and now you, too, can enjoy your rations from one of these souvenir cans. The cans initially were available, but have been sold out every time we’ve checked for a few weeks. FEDRA Rations Cans The Left Behind Ravioli has …
Activist Fund Pushing Keisei Electric Railway to Sell Shares of Tokyo Disney Owners Oriental Land Company
Shannen Ace
A UK-based activist fund is urging the Keisei Electric Railway to reduce its stake in the Oriental Land Company, the owners of Tokyo Disney Resort. According to Financial Times, Palliser Capital is pushing the Japanese rail operator to sell some of their shares and use the proceeds to focus on running and modernizing their railway. …
New Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Totem Pole Magnet, Salt & Pepper Shakers Featuring Humphrey the Bear
Shannen Ace
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge has two more items inspired by the resort’s totem pole featuring Mickey, Goofy, Donald, and Humphrey the Bear. New this week is a sculpted magnet and a set of salt and pepper shakers. Both can be found with other Disney’s Wilderness Lodge merch beyond the totem pole at Wilderness Lodge Mercantile off …
Release Date Announced for ‘Star Wars Rebels’ Kanan Jarrus Legacy Lightsaber Coming to Walt Disney World and Disneyland
Shannen Ace
The “Star Wars” X account announced the release date for the new Kanan Jarrus Legacy Lightsaber coming to Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. Kanan Jarrus Legacy Lightsaber Release Date The lightsaber will be available at Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities on both coasts on Tuesday, November 1, 2023. It will be available on shopDisney …
BREAKING: Disney Reveals Portrait of The Captain, a New Character for the Haunted Mansion Parlor on the Disney Treasure Cruise Ship
Dylan Kennedy Grey
To celebrate Halloween, Walt Disney Imagineering has released a ghoulish new portrait of the Captain, one of the happy haunts sailing on the new Disney Treasure as part of the Haunted Mansion Parlor. The Haunted Mansion-inspired bar was announced last week, though WDWNT reported the rumor back in July. The Captain’s Portrait Revealed In an …
D23 Expo Disney Lorcana Elsa Promo Card Sells for Over $7,000
Shannen Ace
Another Disney Lorcana Elsa card has sold for over $1,000. But this time, bidding didn’t stop at $1,099.99. It reached $7,050. While the previous high-value card was a holofoil Elsa – Spirit of Winter, this one was an even rarer D23 Expo Elsa – Snow Queen promo card. At D23 Expo 2022, Disney and Ravensburger handed out …
‘Try the Grey Stuff’ Shirt at Disneyland Resort
Shannen Ace
Tie your napkin ’round your neck when you wear this new “Beauty and the Beast” shirt featuring the famous “Grey Stuff.” We found the new Grey Stuff shirt at World of Disney in Downtown Disney District. Grey Stuff Shirt – $39.99 The tee is split into a teal green half and an azure blue half. …
PHOTOS: Imagination Pavilion Snack Cart Reopens With Updated EPCOT Look
Shannen Ace
After a month behind construction walls, the snack cart outside the Imagination! Pavilion in EPCOT has reopened with a new look. Reimagined Imagination! Pavilion Snack Cart The cart (actually a series of carts) has an updated color scheme to match the rest of the reimagined EPCOT. The carts are now mostly gray and white with …
Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Cancels No-Bid Contract for Updated 911 Network
Shannen Ace
The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District has canceled their contract with Freddie Figgers for an improved 911 network after facing criticism for not opening the project up to bidding. CFTOD Cancels Contract with Figgers Communication According to the Orlando Sentinel, the District said the contract will be opened to bids at Figgers’ request. “They [Figgers …
Signature Cheesy Barbecue Brisket Removed From Geyser Point Bar & Grill Menu at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Shannen Ace
Amid menu updates, Disney quietly removed the signature Cheesy Barbecue Brisket from the Geyser Point Bar & Grill menu at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. Geyser Point Bar & Grill Menu We noticed the missing dish during our visit to the restaurant this week. Geyser Point Bar & Grill first opened in 2017 and the Cheesy Barbecue …
Universal Orlando Resort Breaking Ground on New Catchlight Crossings Affordable Housing Community This Wednesday
Shannen Ace
Universal Destinations & Experiences and Wendover Housing Partners will host a groundbreaking ceremony for their new affordable housing community, Catchlight Crossings, this Wednesday morning. Universal’s Catchlight Crossings Catchlight Crossings is a new affordable housing solution near Universal Orlando Resort that features 1,000 units, on-site amenities and services, retail and play areas, and easy access to …