PHOTOS, VIDEO: ‘Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!’ Fireworks Spectacular Returns for Disney Jollywood Nights
Brit Tuttle
With Saturday night’s debut of the new separately-ticketed Disney Jollywood Nights event, the holiday spectacular “Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!” has also returned to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! Returns at Disney Jollywood Nights Offerings of Disney Jollywood Nights, which runs on select nights between November 11 and December 20, come to a close …
REVIEW: Christmas Gertie Cookie & Ice Cream at First Ever Jollywood Nights Event in Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Katie Francis
At Dinosaur Gertie’s Ice Cream of Extinction in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, a new, very special treat is available during the brand new Disney Jollywood Nights hard-ticketed event: a cookie featuring Christmas Gertie. Christmas Gertie Cookie – $4.29 The sugar cookie is fashioned after the iconic Gertie structure that houses the Dinosaur Gertie’s Ice Cream of …
Photo Validation Now in Technical Rehearsal at Universal Studios Florida
Annie Wilson
As predicted, Photo Validation has come to Universal Studios Florida. Universal Orlando Resort has been using a new photo validation system for guests entering the theme parks. The new system debuted over at Islands of Adventure last month, with cameras added to the entrance scanners. Now, facial recognition cameras have been added to the entry …
Journey of Water Soundtrack from EPCOT Now Available on Music Streaming Services
Brit Tuttle
If you’ve enjoyed the background soundtrack of Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana at EPCOT, you’ll be glad to know you can now enjoy it at home, as some of the tracks have been added to music streaming services. Journey of Water Soundtrack Now Streaming Disney Parks fans can now stream three tracks from the …
REVIEW: Cocktails at the Tower of Terror Bar for Disney Jollywood Nights — Twilight Soirée at the Tip Top Club
Katie Francis
Guests at the new Disney Jollywood Nights event in Disney’s Hollywood Studios can visit a Tower of Terror-themed bar for the Twilight Soirée at the Tip Top Club. The venue has a live band and three exclusive drinks — two cocktails and one non-alcoholic beverage. Twilight Soirée at the Tip Top Club See more photos …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: ALL The Character Meet and Greets at 2023 Disney Jollywood Nights in Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Brit Tuttle
Tonight is the first night of Disney Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and we were able to meet many Disney characters, including Mickey & friends in all-new outfits. Disney Jollywood Nights Meet and Greets – Animation Courtyard Mickey & Minnie Pluto & Goofy Donald & Daisy Disney Jollywood Nights Meet and Greets – Echo …
PHOTOS: ‘Wish’ Preview Now Showing at Walt Disney Presents in Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Brit Tuttle
Guests visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios can now check out a sneak preview of the upcoming Walt Disney Animation Studios’ film “Wish” at Walt Disney Presents. ‘Wish’ Preview at Walt Disney Presents Walt Disney Presents is located in the Animation Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The attraction’s marquee has been updated to advertise the sneak preview …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: ‘What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along’ Debuts at Disney Jollywood Nights Featuring Jack Skellington Puppet
Brit Tuttle
“What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along” made its debut this evening for the first night of Disney Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and we were there to see it. What’s This? Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Sing-Along During Disney Jollywood Nights, guests can join Jack Skellington at Hyperion Theater for …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Twilight Soirée at the Tip Top Club Takes Over the Hollywood Tower Hotel Courtyard at Disney Jollywood Nights
Brit Tuttle
One of the themed offerings at Disney Jollywood Nights is the Twilight Soirée at the Tip Top Club, a swinging celebration in the courtyard of The Hollywood Tower Hotel. We were there on the first night to check it out. Twilight Soirée at the Tip Top Club This courtyard soirée offers event guests the chance …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: ‘Disney Holidays in Hollywood’ Brings The Muppets to Disney Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Brit Tuttle
Tonight is the first night of Disney Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and with this all-new event comes brand-new, event-exclusive entertainment. One of those new shows is “Disney Holidays in Hollywood,” which features Kermit and Miss Piggy. Disney Holidays in Hollywood This star-studded show in Theater of the Stars is inspired by vintage Hollywood …
PHOTOS: Celebrate a Merry Evening With the Event-Exclusive Disney Jollywood Nights T-Shirt
Brit Tuttle
Tonight is the first night for Disney Jollywood Nights, a new ticketed after-hours holiday event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We were able to check out the event-exclusive merchandise, which only includes one item. Disney Jollywood Nights Event T-Shirt – $29.99 This event T-shirt is available to purchase during the event at Once Upon a Time …
NEW Mickey Mouse-Shaped Peppermint and Glitter Jingle Bell Glow Cubes Ring in the Holidays at Disneyland Resort
Kyle Silagyi
The holiday season is in full swing at Disneyland Resort, and new, festive Mickey Mouse-shaped glow cubes are now available to celebrate. The Mickey Mouse-shaped peppermint glow cube is available to purchase at Disneyland Park at Bengal Barbecue, Galactic Grill, Harbour Galley, Mint Julep Bar, Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante Red Rose Taverne, and Refreshment Corner. …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour the Universal Orlando Garage Sale, Full of Discounted Theme Park Merchandise from Halloween Horror Nights, Jurassic Park, Harry Potter, & More
Annie Wilson
Grab a box and get to shopping! The Universal Orlando Garage Sale is now open and there is a ton of merchandise available. The garage sale will be open to the general public on November 12-14 from 7 am to 7 pm, but Passholders were given early access on November 11. Take a look at …
Full Menus Released for Great Maple Modern American Eatery in Pixar Place Hotel at Disneyland Resort
Brit Tuttle
Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel won’t be known as Pixar Place Hotel at Disneyland Resort until its transformation is completed on January 30, 2024, but soon, guests will be able to experience the hotel’s flagship dining location. Ahead of its opening sometime this month, menus for Great Maple Modern American Eatery have been released. Great Maple …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Santa Claus Meet and Greet Returns to Disney’s Hollywood Studios For the First Time Since 2019
Brit Tuttle
For the first time since 2019, guests are once again able to meet Santa Claus at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for the holidays. This year, however, Santa is meeting in a new location than previous years. Meeting Santa Claus at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Prior to the pandemic, guests could meet Santa Claus (and later Santa Goofy) …
FIRST LOOK at 2023 Disney Jollywood Nights Map, Lanyard, and Event Wristband
Brit Tuttle
It’s the first night of Disney Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and we’ve got a first look at the event map, as well as the event lanyard and wristband. 2023 Disney Jollywood Nights Map The front of the map has the previously released Disney Jollywood Nights art, as well as the year “2023.” On …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Disney Jollywood Nights Begins With Event Tree Lighting at Echo Lake in Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Brit Tuttle
Tonight is the first night of Disney Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and the holiday event kicked off with a special tree lighting at Echo Lake. Disney Jollywood Nights Tree Lighting. The ceremony begins with the tree on Echo Lake unlit. After a brief announcement from host Nick Jolly, a countdown with Mickey and …
PHOTOS: Mickey & Friends Holiday Costumes Arrive at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Meet and Greets
Brit Tuttle
Now that the festive season has arrived at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in Walt Disney World, Mickey and his pals have begun to dress up in their holiday costumes at the park’s character meet and greets. Character Holiday Costumes Daisy Duck Daisy Duck meets guests in DinoLand U.S.A., just outside of Cretaceous Trail at Daisy’s Design …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Merry Menagerie Returns for 2023 Holiday Season at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Brit Tuttle
The 2023 holiday season is in full swing at Walt Disney World Resort, and with it comes the return of the Merry Menagerie to Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The puppet experience happens periodically throughout the day on Discovery Island. Merry Menagerie The Merry Menagerie features artisan-sculpted puppets of wintry animals, as well as musicians. The puppets …
‘Wish’ Advertisement Featuring Star Plays on the Las Vegas Sphere
Kyle Silagyi
The Sphere entertainment venue in Las Vegas has garnered international attention since opening earlier this year thanks to its unique architecture and innovative concept. The exterior of the 366-foot structure is wrapped in nearly 600,000 square feet of LED screens that can play immersive videos and advertisements; The Walt Disney Company recently used Sphere to …
REVIEW: New Pan con Pollo Sandwich at Sonoma Terrace for the 2023 Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure
Alicia
While visiting the Sonoma Terrace for some beer, you could also be tempted to try two of their new menu offerings! For the 2023 Festival of Holiday Season at Disney California Adventure, Sonoma Terrace has added a new chicken dish, along with a holiday beer to their usual menu. Menu for 2023 Festival of Holidays …
REVIEW: Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner on the Go With the Holiday Turkey Empanada at Studio Catering Co. for 2023 Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure
Alicia
If you love turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce, Studio Catering Co. at Disney California Adventure just found a new, inventive way for you to eat all of those together, in a single bite. Special for the Festival of Holidays, there’s a new holiday-themed Empanada, stuffed with some of our favorite food, that we’re dying to …
REVIEW: New Pumpkin Cinnamon Cake Available at Disney California Adventure for the 2023 Festival of Holidays
Alicia
For the 2023 Festival of Holidays, now being celebrated throughout Disney California Adventure, stop at a few of the seasonal snack locations located around the park. Menu for 2023 Festival of Holidays Seasonal Snack Locations Food: The carts are supposed to also offer a Chicken Chile Verde Empanada, but it was not available on the …
REVIEW: New Yule Log & Fresas con Crema Churros Now Available at Disney California Adventure for the 2023 Festival of Holidays
Alicia
Is there anything better than a Disneyland churro? I personally don’t think so! Now available for the 2023 Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure you can find two new churros in the park, along with a fan-favorite flavor returning. Menu for 2023 Festival of Holidays at Churro Carts Food: Photos of Menu Items from …
Holiday Kermit Straw Clip Returns to Disneyland for Christmas 2023
WDWNT Sponsor
The holiday Kermit straw clip has returned for the 2023 holiday season at Disneyland Resort after debuting last year. The straw clip is available at these locations: Holiday Kermit Straw Clip – $8.50 The straw clip comes with a red curly straw and a beverage. The festive design features the frog holding three wrapped gifts …
The Secret to the Best Time to Rent DVC Points
Jason Diffendal
Deluxe Resorts at Walt Disney World are always a great place to stay, but the prices can sometimes be insane! Even with Disney promotions, the prices can be out of reach for many families. But there’s no denying that a stay at Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort will be better than Pop Century. …
Very Merry Christmas Party Characters & Treats, Alice in Wonderland New Year’s Eve Celebration, Holidays Begin at Disneyland, and More: Daily Recap (11/10/23)
Shannen Ace
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 Friday, November 10, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic …
Mickey Mouse Toy Soldier Popcorn Bucket Marches Into Disneyland Resort for 2023 Holidays
Shannen Ace
A new Mickey Mouse Toy Soldier Popcorn Bucket has arrived at various locations in Disneyland Resort for the 2023 holiday season. The bucket is available at the popcorn carts at the “it’s a small world” Promenade, Tomorrowland, Central Plaza, City Hall, Fantasyland Theatre, Haunted Mansion, and Mark Twain Riverboat in Disneyland. At Disney California Adventure, …
New Donald Duck Christmas Tree Sipper Arrives at Disneyland Resort
Shannen Ace
After first arriving at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Walt Disney World, the Donald Duck Christmas tree sipper is now available at Disneyland Resort, too. The sipper is available at snack carts and quick-service locations at both parks including Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe, Refreshment Corner, Hungry Bear Restaurant, Galactic Grill, and Smokejumpers Grill. Donald …
New 2023 Holiday Popcorn Bucket Available at Disneyland Resort
Shannen Ace
A new Holiday Popcorn Bucket is available at select locations in Disneyland Resort for the 2023 holiday season. You can find the Holiday Popcorn Bucket at these locations: The bucket includes regular popcorn. There is a limit of 10 per person, per transaction. Holiday Popcorn Bucket – $12.75 The bucket features various characters celebrating the …
REVIEW: Hot Chocolate Churro Returns to Terran Treats for 2023 Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure
Alicia
Last year, the Hot Chocolate Churro made its debut for the Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure. This year, the dessert returns, much to our chagrin. We weren’t huge fans of this churro last year, but let’s dig in again and see if our opinion changed! Menu for 2023 Festival of Holidays at Terran …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: A Christmas Fantasy Parade Returns With Fewer ‘Toy Story’ Floats, Black Mrs. Claus, and Other Updates For 2023 Holiday Season at Disneyland
Shannen Ace
“A Christmas Fantasy Parade” has returned to Disneyland with a few updates. You’ll be able to catch this seasonal parade traveling from “it’s a small world” down Main Street, U.S.A. at 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. every day through January 7, 2024. We caught the first 3:30 p.m. performance of the season, but note that …
PHOTOS: Tour the 2023 Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll With New ‘Wish,’ Disney Treasure, and DVC Trees
Shannen Ace
The Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll has returned with a new “Wish” tree, an updated Disney Cruise Line display for the Disney Treasure, a new Disney Vacation Club tree, and an updated Annual Passholder tree. The themed trees can be found all throughout Disney Springs, and guests who complete a Tree Stroll map get a …
Full List (with Prices) of 2023 Festival of Holidays Merchandise at Disney California Adventure
Shannen Ace
The 2023 Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure doesn’t have a lot of special merchandise, but we did find a few items during our first visit to the celebration. There is a throw blanket, tumbler, mug, Spirit Jersey, Magic Key holder-exclusive hoodie, and two pins. Throw Blanket by Spirit Jersey – $69.99 The …
Very Merry Monorail Celebrates Magic Kingdom Christmas Party With Red & Green Undercarriage Lights
Shannen Ace
The “Party Monorail” is back! Back in the fall of 2021, the Walt Disney World Monorail system debuted colorful new undercarriage lights. During last year’s new year celebrations, the Monorails turned into “Party Monorails” with flashing lights. During Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this fall, the lights were switched to purple and orange. Now the lights …
‘World of Color – ONE’ at Disney California Adventure to Be Closed for Refurbishment Through February
Shannen Ace
“World of Color – ONE” will return in the new year, after “World of Color – Season of Light” wraps its holiday run, however, the show will not return in January. It will be closed from January 8 through February 29, 2024 for refurbishment. “World of Color – ONE” made its debut at Disney California Adventure in …
REVIEW: New Cold Brew Infusion Topped With Cinnamon Toast Crunch for 2023 Festival of Holidays
Alicia
Even heroes celebrate the holiday season, so new on the menu at Pym Test Kitchen, found in Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure, is a non-alcoholic cold brew infusion! This new drink is perfect for superheroes of all ages, but act fast as it’s only on the menu during the Festival of Holidays season. Menu …
REVIEW: New Honey-Glazed Turkey Leg Now Available at Disney California Adventure for 2023 Festival of Holidays
Alicia
The outdoor vending locations scattered around Disney California Adventure have a few new menu items available for the 2023 Festival of Holidays! We tried the new Honey-glazed Turkey Leg. Food: Photos of Menu Items from Outdoor Vending Locations at Disney California Adventure *NEW* Honey-glazed Turkey Leg – $15 Even the turkey leg haters among us …
PHOTOS: Port of San Fransokyo Sign Finally Installed at Disney California Adventure
Shannen Ace
Over two months after the land officially opened, the Port of San Fransokyo sign along the water has been installed. Pacific Wharf at Disney California Adventure became San Fransokyo Square, inspired by “Big Hero 6,” back in August. The land features a Baymax and Hiro meet and greet, Baymax bread, the San Fransokyo Maker’s Market, …
REVIEW: Cappuccino Cart Adds New Sweet Cafe de Olla Cold Brew to Menu for Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure
Alicia
Cafe de Olla, or Mexican spiced coffee flavored with coffee, cinnamon, and raw dark sugar, is now available in cold brew form at the Cappuccino Cart. This special beverage is only available for a limited time, during the 2023 Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure, so get yours soon before it’s gone! Menu for …