Regal Cinemas Reveals ‘Moana 2’ Collectibles, Including Nacho Boat
Brit Tuttle
As the opening date of Disney’s “Moana 2” approaches, Regal Cinemas has shared its lineup of collectibles that will be available for purchase, including Moana’s outrigger nacho boat. ‘Moana 2’ Collectibles from Regal Cinemas The items were first revealed by Regal early in the morning on Monday, October 28 via social media. The full collection …
Park Hours and Fireworks Schedule Released for New Year’s Eve 2024 at Walt Disney World
Brit Tuttle
Walt Disney World has released the park hours for New Year’s Eve 2024, as well as the fireworks schedule for the year-end festivities. New Year’s Eve 2024 Park Hours Magic Kingdom will be open from 9 a.m. to midnight on December 30 and 31, with early entry at 8:30 a.m. The “Fantasy in the Sky” …
OluKai Hawaiian Islands-Inspired Shoe Brand to Open Store at Disney Springs
Brit Tuttle
A new Hawaiian islands-inspired shoe brand, OluKai, is set to open a new shop in Disney Springs, taking over the former Sanuk location. OluKai Coming to Disney Springs According to WDWMagic, OluKai will move into the space previously occupied by Sanuk, which closed in August 2024 after nearly 10 years of operation. The storefront is …
Spider-Man Stuntronic Show Reportedly Ending Soon at Avengers Campus & More: Daily Recap (10/27/24)
Katie Francis
The DVC lounge at EPCOT soft opened, a food delivery driver was arrested for a “joke bomb threat”at a Disney World hotel, and showtimes have been released for the holiday entertainment at Disneyland Resort — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Sunday, October 27, 2024. Walt Disney World EPCOT Disney’s Animal Kingdom …
Celebrate Christmas With New Earl (and Pearl) the Squirrel Apparel at Universal Orlando
Katie Francis
Halloween Horror Nights may not be over, but the Christmas cheer is here at Universal Studios Florida. Well, technically, the Christmas spirit is always here at the Park Plaza Holiday Shop in New York, but now there’s new apparel featuring Earl and Pearl the Squirrels. The Park Plaza Holiday Shop is at the corner of …
NEW Mary Poppins Ear Headband Available at EPCOT
Phil Wood
On a recent trip to EPCOT, we found a new Mary Poppins ear headband at The Toy Soldier in the United Kingdom Pavilion. Mary Poppins Ear Headband – $34.99 The newest Mary Poppins ear headband features two white ears with Navy and light blue silhouettes of Mary Poppins floating with her umbrella above her head. …
WATCH PARKSCENTER — More Disney Price Hikes, Cake Bake Shop Opens, and Tiana Previews at Disneyland
Rob Whiteside
Join us live tonight, Sunday, October 27, at 9:00 p.m. ET, or watch ParksCenter anytime on WDWNT.TV. We update you on all of the big things happening in the Disney Parks each week! We cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that are top of mind for the Disney community—all …
Food Delivery Driver Trespassed & Arrested for Joke Threat to ‘Blow Up’ Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
Katie Francis
A food delivery driver was arrested for making a false bomb threat at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge this fall. Tadeo Miguel Angel Bessacolmenares, 45, of Orlando, was arrested on September 29 after he made the fake threat to a Disney security guard at the hotel’s front gate, according to court records and the Orange County …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Animal Kingdom 10/26/2024 (Stitch Popcorn Bucket, Christmas Decorations, & More)
Nana T.
Hello Yellow! Nana’s Princess Diary is here! I hope you guys had a magical week! This week was A LOT. I returned to work on the 19th, and I was on Disney property EVERY DAY! Sunday: EPCOT, Magic Kingdom, and Animal Kingdom, Monday: EPCOT, Tuesday: EPCOT, Wednesday: Magic Kingdom, Thursday: The Cake Bake Shop opening, …
Showtimes Released for 2024 Holiday Entertainment at Disneyland Resort
Phil Wood
Disneyland Resort has updated its operating calendar and now includes showtimes for holiday entertainment that will be available throughout the holiday season. These holiday offerings will run from November 15, 2024 to January 6, 2025. Holiday Entertainment Showtimes at Disneyland Park Below, find a list of all of the holiday entertainment showtimes for Disneyland Park. …
New Space Mountain ‘DASA’ and Dapper Dan Mugs Available at Walt Disney World
Phil Wood
On a recent visit to World of Disney at Disney Springs, we discovered new Space Mountain “DASA” and Dapper Dan mugs. Space Mountain DASA Mug – $19.99 The new mug is completely gray with a silver plaque on one side. The plaque shows the facade of Space Mountain with a rocket circling above its spires. …
Winnie the Pooh Plush Backpack Now Available at Magic Kingdom
Phil Wood
The Winnie the Pooh plush backpack that was previously only available via the Disney Store is now at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World. We found the new item in Hundred Acre Goods, the exit gift shop for The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. Winnie the Pooh Plush Backpack – $69.99 Pooh wears his …
Figment Footprints Return to Exit of Journey Into Imagination After Two-Month Absence
Phil Wood
On a recent visit to EPCOT, we discovered the Figment footprints, which have been missing since August, are back. Figment Footprints Return Since mid-August the walls that lead from the end of Journey Into Imagination With Figment to the ImageWorks – The “What If” Labs have been solid purple as shown above. Now, guests can …
Refurbished EPCOT DVC Lounge Soft Opens, Official Opening This Week
Phil Wood
The refurbished EPCOT DVC Lounge soft opened on Saturday, October 26, 2024. It is scheduled to officially open later this week. EPCOT DVC Lounge Opening The refurbished and renamed DVC Lounge at EPCOT is finally open to Disney Vacation Club Members. Disney Vacation Club ImaginAtrium – A Member Lounge closed for a refurbishment in June …
RUMOR: Spider-Man Stuntronic Show Ending Soon at Disneyland Resort’s Avengers Campus
Phil Wood
Rumors indicate that the Spider-Man Stuntronic show will soon end at Disney California Adventure Park. Spider-Man Stuntronic Show Reportedly Ending The Spider-Man Stuntronic show, which includes a robotic Spider-Man and live performers and is performed daily at Disney California Adventure is reported to be closing sometime in November. As of now, the character meet and …
Ornaments, Mug Among New 2024 Christmas Merchandise at Walt Disney World
Brit Tuttle
More 2024 Christmas merchandise has arrived at Walt Disney World, featuring a Mickey Mouse mug, multiple ornaments, and more. We found these items in Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe and Emporium at Magic Kingdom. Mickey Mouse Holiday Mug – $24.99 This mug depicts a smiling Mickey Mouse wearing a red, green, and white elf hat. Mickey’s …
Tom Holland’s ‘Spider-Man 4’ to Release in Summer 2026
Phil Wood
Variety has confirmed that Spider-Man 4 will be released in July 2026. Destin Daniel Cretton will direct the film. Spider-Man 4 Release Date Those who have been waiting patiently for confirmed news regarding the next installment in the Tom Holland “Spider-Man” series don’t have to wait any longer. This week, it was confirmed that Holland …
Disney Princesses Freeze & Fall After ‘Fantasmic!’ Barges Collide & More: Daily Recap (10/26/24)
Katie Francis
Prices have increased on resort refillable mugs at Walt Disney World, the Vampire Stitch popcorn bucket is now available to day guests, and construction preparations are underway near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, October 26, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney’s Hollywood Studios …
Universal Orlando’s Huge New LED Sign Locations & More Revealed Ahead of Municipal Hearing
Katie Francis
A Conditional Use Permit has revealed more information about the new signage coming to Universal Orlando Resort. As previously reported, the resort’s roadside signs are going to be replaced with digital versions featuring characters and intellectual property (IP) found in the park. The new signs are large, coming in at 30-40 feet wide, and will …
PHOTO REPORT: Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure 10/25/2024 (HHN 2024 Sale, Duff Beer, and Seuss Christmas)
Bryce B.
Heya from another day on Universal property. Halloween Horror Nights merchandise is on sale, Duff Beer has a refillable bottle sling, and Seuss Landing now has Christmas decor. Universal Orlando Resort It was a packed morning today at Universal Orlando. It is a Friday so usually today marks the beginning of a busy weekend. The …
Construction Begins Behind Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Walt Disney World
Phil Wood
Construction has begun behind Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, signaling the start of at least one of the multiple large projects on the horizon for the area. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Construction In mid-October, Disney announced that Big Thunder Mountain Railroad would be closing in January 2025 and would remain closed for at least a year. …
Australia Booth Finally Opens at EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival
Phil Wood
Nearly two months after the start of the 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, the Australia booth is finally open. Australia Booth Finally Opens The Food & Wine Festival began on August 29, and while all of the booths opened as usual, the Australia booth was operating out of a tent. In mid-October, we …
Resort Refillable Mug Prices Increase at Walt Disney World
Phil Wood
The price of resort refillable mugs has increased at hotels around Walt Disney World. Resort Refillable Mug Prices Increase Today, we stopped by BoardWalk Deli and discovered that resort refillable mugs now cost $22.99 plus tax. Mugs previously cost $21.99 plus tax. That’s a price increase of 4.5%. This is the first time that mug …
Scene-by-Scene Comparison of Disneyland’s Splash Mountain vs. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
Shannen Ace
We were among the first guests to experience the new Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland Park during Magic Key previews this month. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure replaces Splash Mountain, which permanently closed in May 2023. We’re breaking down how the Disneyland version of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure compares to the former Splash Mountain. Like Splash Mountain, Tiana’s …
Former DinoLand U.S.A. Prizes Return to Fossil Fun Games Ahead of Closure
Phil Wood
On a recent visit to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we discovered that some of the former Chester & Hester Dino-Rama plush prizes, which were replaced in 2020 when the park reopened after COVID-19, are back. Former DinoLand U.S.A. Prizes Return Fossil Fun Games is set to close in January 2025, but before the attraction goes extinct, …
Disney Princesses Freeze & Fall After ‘Fantasmic!’ Barges Collide, But The Show Still Continues
Phil Wood
A video shared to Instagram by @the.worden.fam, shows the moment that two barges crashed into each other during one of the October 25 performances of “Fantasmic!” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Two Fantasmic! Barges Crash On October 25, two barges crashed into each other during “Fantasmic!” at Walt Disney World. One barge carried Prince Eric and …
Stitch Vampire Popcorn Bucket Now Available During Daytime Hours at Disney World
Phil Wood
The Stitch Vampire popcorn bucket, which was previously available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, is now available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. We found it at multiple popcorn carts throughout the theme park, including the ones by Creature Comforts and “It’s Tough to Be a Bug!” Stitch Vampire Popcorn Bucket – $26.50 If you’ve been looking …
First Decorations Arrive for Final DinoLand U.S.A. Christmas Celebration
Phil Wood
On our visit to Disney’s Animal Kingdom today, October 26, we discovered that Christmas lights have started to go up in DinoLand U.S.A., as the land prepares for its final holiday celebration. Dinoland U.S.A. Christmas Decorations DinoLand U.S.A. is preparing to celebrate its final Christmas season, as many attractions are scheduled to close in early …
Cinderella Statue Removed from Outside World of Disney & More: Daily Recap (10/25/24)
Katie Francis
Star Wars Trading Post has closed at Disney Springs to make way for a Santa Claus meet and greet, the Cake Bake Shop is finally open, and we tried a giant mozzarella stick from Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, October 25, 2024. Walt Disney World …
Elderly Guest Arrested for Urinating in Bushes at Walt Disney World’s Transportation & Ticket Center
Katie Francis
An 80-year-old man suffering from severe urinary incontinence because of prostate issues was arrested for peeing in the bushes at Walt Disney World’s Transportation & Ticket Center last month. Fernando Tadeo Bonnet was having an accident in his pants and finished going to the bathroom in the bushes, to the shock of the three Cast …
More Snow & Icicle Lights Added to Sleeping Beauty Castle, Holiday Decor in New Orleans Square
Shannen Ace
Disneyland is continuing to prepare for the 2024 holiday season. More snow has been added to Sleeping Beauty Castle and holiday decor is up in New Orleans Square. Sleeping Beauty Castle Snow The first snow caps were installed on the castle turrets by mid-October. The fake snow now covers most of the turrets and roof …
New Pooh’s Hunny Hunt Figures Available at Tokyo Disney Resort
Shannen Ace
Tokyo Disney Resort has released a new collection of Pooh’s Hunny Hunt figures this week. Pooh’s Hunny Hunt Figures The figures are available to purchase in mystery boxes for ¥2,000 each or as a full boxed set for ¥12,000. They were released at Tokyo Disney Resort on October 24. There are five revealed figures and …
FULL TOUR of Ray’s Berets Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Gift Shop (with Shrek Reference) at Disneyland
Shannen Ace
Ray’s Berets, one of two new Tiana’s Bayou Adventure gift shops, is now open at Disneyland park. Ray’s Berets Gift Shop Ray’s Berets takes over the shop that was once The Briar Patch. Check out our last look at the Splash Mountain store. Ray’s Berets features a green mossy rooftop, albeit with less foliage than …
CONFIRMED: Terra Luna Resort Opening Date Delayed at Universal Orlando Resort
Brit Tuttle
Universal Orlando Resort has confirmed that one of its upcoming hotels, Universal Terra Luna Resort, will open later than previously announced. Terra Luna Resort Opening Delayed Earlier this month, aerial photographer Bioreconstruct shared via X that the Universal Terra Luna Resort would be opening on March 25, 2025 — exactly one month later than previously …
Cinderella Statue Removed from Outside World of Disney at Disney Springs
Brit Tuttle
The Cinderella statue normally found outside one of the entrances to World of Disney at Disney Springs has been removed, likely for refurbishment. Cinderella Statue Removed from World of Disney Entrance We noticed the statue was gone during a visit to Disney Springs on Thursday, October 24. Now in her place is a gray construction …