Who You Gonna Call? New ‘Ghostbusters’ Glow in the Dark Loungefly Bags Now Available at the Universal Orlando Resort
Annie Wilson
Who you gonna call? Ghostbusters! A pair of new Loungefly bags are now available at the Universal Orlando Resort, perfect for any Ghostbusters fan. There’s a mini backpack and a crossbody bag, both of which glow in the dark. Ghostbusters Logo Crossbody Bag – $79 The front of this crossbody bag features the Ghostbusters logo. …
Bluey Arrives at Walt Disney World In a Scavenger Hunt, Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade Scheduled for Daytime Performances Next Week, & More: Daily Recap (11/2/23)
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 Thurday, November 2, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic …
DreamWorks Land Making Progress at Universal Studios Florida with More Painting at the Trollercoaster
Annie Wilson
New things are coming to Universal Studios Florida! Earlier this year, Woody Woodpecker’s KidZone closed permanently to make way for a new land. Universal officially announced the new DreamWorks Land would be opening in 2024, but we haven’t had any additional announcements since. Taking a look at the concept art, we can make out what …
New Mickey-Shaped Ornaments, The Nightmare Before Christmas Ornament, Disney100 Ornament at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
Several new Mickey-shaped ornaments are available at Walt Disney World Resort, as well as a new “The Nightmare Before Christmas” ornament and Disney100 ornament. We found the Mickey ornaments in Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe at Magic Kingdom, and the other two ornaments at the D-Tech on Demand kiosk in Marketplace Co-Op at Disney Springs. Green …
VIDEO: Ostrich Animatronic Testing at Adventureland Treehouse
Dylan Kennedy Grey
In a TikTok post, user @TheHorizoneer shared a video of an ostrich animated figure test behind the walls of the still-closed Adventureland Treehouse. Ostrich Animatronic Testing The ostrich figure, who the The Horizoneer calls ‘Clementine,’ can be seen in the video walking around a small enclosure, bobbing her head up and down. The figure is …
New ‘Frozen’ Mystery Pin Set, Once Upon a Christmastime Parade Toy Soldier & Reindeer FiGPiNs at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
A new “Frozen” mystery pin set, as well as two Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade-inspired pins by FiGPiN. The mystery pin set was in Frontier Trading Post at Magic Kingdom, while the Christmas parade pins were in Fantasia at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Limited Edition “Frozen” Mystery Pin Set – $19.99 There are 10 pins …
More Disneyland Resort Holiday 2023 Merchandise Including Ear Headbands, Loungefly Bag, Pajamas, and More
Shannen Ace
Deck the halls because it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Disneyland Resort. More holiday merchandise, from ear headbands to pajamas to plush, is now available at World of Disney and the Emporium. Plaid Ear Headband – $34.99 The first new ear headband has a mainly red plaid pattern. The red velvet bow …
2023 Gingerbread House at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Almost Complete
Shannen Ace
It looks like the gingerbread house at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will open this weekend as it was near completion when we visited the lobby on Thursday. When we stopped by just a few days ago, the house was little more than a blank frame. Gingerbread House Construction Every year, the gingerbread house …
Magic Key-Exclusive Viva Navidad Bag Now Available at Disney California Adventure
Dylan Kennedy Grey
This new, complimentary Disney ¡Viva Navidad! bag is now available to Magic Key Holders at Disney California Adventure park. The Magic Key-exclusive bag has been designed to celebrate the ¡Viva Navidad! festival held in Paradise Gardens Park at Disney California Adventure during the holiday season. The new tote bag is now available as a gift …
PHOTOS: Pixar Place Hotel Reimagining Continues With Blank White Hallway Walls, Other Minor Touches
Dylan Kennedy Grey
Last week, Disney announced that Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel at Disneyland Resort will complete its transformation into Pixar Place Hotel in January. We stopped by to check out the progress of the hotel, which is open throughout their reimagining. Blank Canvas at Pixar Place Hotel While walking around the hotel, we found that the hallways …
The Nightmare Before Christmas Game, Bad Orlando Billboards, The Worst WDW Menu Changes Ever – TONIGHT on WDW News Tonight (11/2/23)
Tom Corless
Tonight, don’t miss the internet’s only comedy show about Disney Parks! Join us at 9 p.m. ET for a recap of the latest news, Bad Orlando Billboards, the worst WDW restaurant menu changes of all-time, and more! WDW News Tonight Hosted by Tom Corless and Nick LoCicero, WDW News Tonight is a live, weekly program …
Walt Disney Animation Studios Production Workers Vote to Unionize
Shannen Ace
The majority of Walt Disney Animation Studios production workers have voted to unionize with IATSE this Wednesday, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Walt Disney Animation Studios Workers Vote to Unionize Out of 68 total voters, 63 voted in favor of joining The Animation Guild a.k.a. TAG (IATSE Local 839), and five voted against in a …
REVIEW: Non-Alcoholic Duck Duck Jr. Dessert Available for Limited-Time at The Boathouse in Disney Springs
Shannen Ace
A limited-time non-alcoholic “Duck Duck Jr.” dessert is now available at The Boathouse in Disney Springs. This treat is a kid-friendly twist on the popular Duck Duck Razz cocktail usually available for adults. The Boathouse announced the treat on Instagram. Duck Duck Jr. – $5 This is a fun and picturesque dessert, perfect for kids …
PHOTOS: ‘Luminous: The Symphony of Us’ Barges Get Earth Scrim at EPCOT
Shannen Ace
Crews have hung new pieces of scrim featuring the Earth on the “Luminous: The Symphony of Us” barges in the World Showcase Lagoon at EPCOT. ‘Luminous’ Barges Unlike the “Harmonious” barges, the “Luminous” barges will not sit in the lagoon all day. They will move in and out for the nighttime spectacular. The barges have …
Disney Compares Universal Taxing District to Reedy Creek in New Legal Filing Against DeSantis, Central Florida Tourism Oversight District
Shannen Ace
In their latest filing in their case against Governor Ron DeSantis and the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, Disney compares the District to the new one established by Orange County for Universal Orlando Resort. Disney and Universal Taxing Districts In October, Orange County, Florida approved the creation of a special taxing district for Universal Orlando …
Annual Passholder-Exclusive Holiday MagicBand+ Designs, PhotoPass Studio Props, and Frostbite Slushy Coming to Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
Walt Disney World Resort is unwrapping several offerings for their Annual Passholders this holiday season, which officially begins on November 11, 2023. Festive MagicBand+ Designs Choose from 6 festive MagicBand+ designs available on-demand for Annual Passholders at Disney Springs and Magic Kingdom. These designs are available for ordering on-demand at the following locations: Passholder Props …
Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade Scheduled for Daytime Performances at Magic Kingdom on November 12
Shannen Ace
Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade is scheduled for two daytime performances at Magic Kingdom on November 12, 2023. The parade is usually exclusively performed for guests of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and then for day guests on the week of Christmas. Possible Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade Daytime Performances The parade is …
Universal Orlando Resort Offering Florida Residents 2-Day Ticket for Price of 1 During Holiday Season
Shannen Ace
Universal Orlando Resort is offering a special Buy a Day, Get a 2nd Day Free ticket to Florida residents this holiday season. With this offer, Floridians get a 2-day ticket for the price of a 1-day ticket. Universal Orlando Resort Florida Resident Ticket Offer The 2-day park-to-park ticket is valid for both Universal Studios Florida …
NEW 2023 Christmas Apparel, Kitchenwares, Starbucks Tumblers, and More Merchandise Arrive for the Holidays at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
More Christmas merchandise has arrived at Walt Disney World now that the Halloween season is officially over. At the Emporium and Big Top Souvenirs in Magic Kingdom, we found new holiday adult and youth apparel, Starbucks tumblers, and kitchenware. Starbucks Christmas Merchandise Starbucks Tumbler – $34.99 This tumbler is white with an all-over pattern of …
VIDEO: Disneyland Paris Presents Special ‘The Marvels’ Drone & Projection Show
Shannen Ace
Disneyland Paris celebrated the upcoming release of “The Marvels” with a special drone and projection show at The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror in Walt Disney Studios Park. “The Marvels” Drone Show The show featured projections of Carol Danvers / Captain Marvel, Kamala Khan / Ms. Marvel, Monica Rambeau, Nick Fury, and Goose the Flerken. …
NEW Luxo Ball Pin Bag Rolls Into Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff
Dylan Kennedy Grey
Display your Pixar pins or other trading pins on this new Luxo ball pin bag that we spotted in Disney California Adventure Park. We didn’t see the matching belt from the collection that we spotted at Walt Disney World, but this bag joins a mix-and-match collection of pin display bags and belts available coast to coast. …
Full List of 2023 Christmas Food & Beverage Items Coming to Disneyland Resort
Shannen Ace
Disneyland Resort has released their full list of Christmas and holiday-inspired food and beverage items that will be available at the theme parks, resorts, and Downtown Disney District. Disneyland Park Alien Pizza Planet (Available Nov. 10 through Jan. 9; mobile order available) Bengal Barbecue (Available Nov. 10 through Jan. 7) Blue Bayou Restaurant (Available Nov. 10 through Jan. …
2023 Wine & Dine Merchandise Now Available at runDisney Expo, Figment Merchandise Selling Out
Shannen Ace
It’s the 2023 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend, which means new merchandise is available at the runDisney Expo at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. The themes of this year’s races are “Alice in Wonderland” (5K), “Beauty and the Beast” (10K), “Encanto” (Half Marathon), and Figment (Two Course Challenge). As expected, the …
BREAKING: Universal Orlando Resort Announces 2024 Mardi Gras Dates
Shannen Ace
Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval will return to Universal Orlando Resort on February 3, 2024. Mardi Gras 2024 The festival will wrap up on April 7, 2024. As usual, Mardi Gras festivities will include a parade — which guests have the opportunity to participate in — as well as live concerts and special food. Last year, …
PHOTOS: First Christmas Decorations Arrive at Magic Kingdom for 2023 Holiday Season
Shannen Ace
As we leave Halloween behind us, Christmas decorations are arriving at Magic Kingdom. The jack-o’-lanterns and fall banners are gone, replaced with garland, wreaths, and more adorning Main Street, U.S.A. Transportation and Ticket Center Before heading to Magic Kingdom, the Transportation and Ticket Center has a sign up for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. The …
Disney Announces Launch Date for ESPN BET Sports Betting Service
Shannen Ace
The Walt Disney Company will soon officially enter the world of sports betting, as a launch date for ESPN BET has been announced. ESPN BET After years of comments by former CEO Bob Chapek and current CEO Bob Iger, who said sports betting was the “inevitable” future of the business, Disney announced a partnership with …
Jingle Cruise Return Date Announced, Menus Released for Festival of Holidays, & More : Daily Recap (11/1/23)
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 Wednesday, November 1, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic …
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 …