Happily Ever After Showtimes Moving Earlier in August and September 2023
Shannen Ace
“Happily Ever After,” Magic Kingdom’s fireworks spectacular, will move to earlier showtimes in August and September 2023 as the days grow shorter. Happily Ever After Showtimes The show is currently being performed at 9:20 p.m. nightly. Beginning on August 9, it will be performed at 9:00 p.m. It will move earlier one more time on …
‘Young Jedi Adventures’ Tenoo Swirl Crunchies Cereal Drink Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Shannen Ace
The Tenoo Swirl Crunchies Cereal drink is coming to the Milk Stand in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios tomorrow, August 2. The drink is blue milk topped with raspberry jelly and mini rainbow crunchy candies. It’s named after the planet Tenoo, home to the Jedi temple featured on the new “Young Jedi Adventures” …
VIDEO: Behind-the-Scenes Look at Creation of Walt & Mickey ‘Dream Makers’ Statue Coming to Hong Kong Disneyland
Shannen Ace
Disney Parks shared a behind-the-scenes video about the creation of the new “Dream Makers” statue of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse coming to Hong Kong Disneyland. Dream Makers Statue The video shows artists and sculptors crafting the statue, from concept art to completion. Dream Makers is inspired by the moment Walt Disney dreamed up Disneyland. …
Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Abolishes Diversity Programs
Shannen Ace
The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District has abolished their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs, calling them discriminatory and a waste of money. District Administrator Glen Gilzean announced the abolition of the programs, which were created by the Reedy Creek Improvement District to ensure equality in hiring practices across the district, particularly when it comes …
Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press Files Motion Supporting Disney’s Lawsuit Against Governor DeSantis
Shannen Ace
The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press made a filing in support of Disney in their lawsuit against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and the CFTOD Board. Reporters Committee Motion The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press is a non-profit based in Washington D.C. It provides legal assistance to journalists in support of First …
BREAKING: Work Begins on Hatbox Ghost Installation, Large Curtain Obscures Scene at Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
Curtains are up by the Endless Hallway of Magic Kingdom’s Haunted Mansion as work begins for the installation of the Hatbox Ghost. Haunted Mansion Construction Disney announced a few days ago that the Hatbox Ghost would be located in the Endless Hallway near the beginning of The Haunted Mansion at Magic Kingdom — a different …
PHOTOS: Halloween Horror Nights 32 Entrance Trusses Installed & Fog Machines Arrive at Universal Studios Florida
Shannen Ace
The Halloween Horror Nights 32 entrance archway trusses have been installed near the front of Universal Studios Florida. The entrance is usually after the park’s front gates, in Production Central, but most of the land has been transformed into Minion Land. Halloween Horror Nights 32 Entrance The entrance trusses create a box over the street …
Disney Springs Valet Parking No Longer Available
Shannen Ace
Disney Springs has stopped offering valet parking. Guests could previously get valet parking at the porte-cochère of Cirque du Soleil in the afternoons and evenings. Valet parking cost $20 plus tax. Free self-parking is available in multiple parking garages and at surface parking near Cirque du Soleil. More Disney Springs News “Chopped” judge Maneet Chauhan …
PHOTOS: More Halloween Decorations and Jack-o’-Lanterns Arrive on Main Street, U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
More Halloween decorations have arrived at Magic Kingdom. Festive bunting and jack-o’-lanterns now adorn the buildings of Main Street, U.S.A., joining the Town Square scarecrows. Main Street Halloween Decorations Fall bunting now adorns the Main Street façades. The bunting is orange, yellow, and red. It lines the edges of most of the street’s buildings, including …
New Florida Resident 2-Park Explorer Ticket for EPCOT and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Available
Katie Francis
Walt Disney World has introduced a new discounted ticket: the Florida Resident Disney 2-Park Explorer Ticket. Florida Resident 2-Park Explorer Ticket – $159 The unique ticket can only be used for EPCOT and Disney’s Animal Kingdom from August 1 to September 29, 2023. Limit one theme park per day—for a total of 2 admissions, on 2 …
Legendary Pee-wee Herman & Star Tours Actor Paul Reubens Passes Away, Former Splash Mountain Barn Repainted Yellow, and More: Daily Recap (7/31/23)
Jonathan Doughty
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 Monday, July 31, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic …
New Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar Dress and T-Shirt Available at Disneyland Resort
Shannen Ace
A new Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar dress and T-shirt have joined the range of Trader Sam’s apparel released a week ago. These are available from Disney’s Fantasia Shop at the Disneyland Hotel. Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar Dress – $69.99 The dress is made of the same fabric as the button-up. It’s dark blue …
Ghoulish Haunted Mansion Wallpaper Loungefly Drawstring Bucket Bag Materializes in Disneyland
Jonathan Doughty
After making an appearance at Walt Disney World, the latest Haunted Mansion Loungefly has arrived at Disneyland Park in California. This drawstring bucket bag pays homage to the wallpaper seen throughout this iconic manor. For anyone seeking a disquieting metamorphosis of their Loungefly styles, take a look. Haunted Mansion Wallpaper Loungefly Drawstring Bucket Bag – …
Guests Can Now Buy A Portable Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Game and Play at Home
Shannen Ace
A new “Toy Story” light-up projection game available at Walt Disney World is inspired by Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin — although the packaging doesn’t say so. We found it in World of Disney at Disney Springs. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Light-Up Projection Game – $39.99 The set includes batteries and is for ages 3+. …
Former Reedy Creek Administrator John Classe Officially Leaves Central Florida Tourism Oversight District
Jonathan Doughty
According to the Orlando Sentinel, special advisor John Classe has officially ceased all work with the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD). John Classe Departs Formerly an administrator of the Reedy Creek Improvement District (RCID) for almost a decade, Classe was asked to stay behind and help organize the transition of the RCID into its …
‘Haunted Mansion’ Makes Measly $24 Million During Opening Weekend, Behind ‘Barbie’ & ‘Oppenhiemer’
Shannen Ace
Disney’s new “Haunted Mansion” movie only made about $24.2 million during its opening weekend, according to The Hollywood Reporter, as “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” continue to dominate theaters. Slow Start for ‘Haunted Mansion’ Outside of the U.S., “Haunted Mansion” raked in about $9.1 million from 53 territories, for a total of $33.3 million. The film cost …
Villain-Con Minion Blast Connected Gameplay and Progress Tracking Now Available in the Universal Orlando Resort App
Shannen Ace
Are you ready to blast your way to become the newest member of the Vicious 6? Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast will officially open on August 11, but the attraction is currently in technical rehearsals at Universal Studios Florida. As part of the Villain-Con Minion Blast experience, Universal has debuted a new connected gameplay feature through …
The Fray Replaces The Bacon Brothers for Eat to the Beat Concert Series at EPCOT
Shannen Ace
Rock band The Fray will replace The Bacon Brothers in the Eat to the Beat Concert Series at the 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. The Fray Replaces The Bacon Brothers The Bacon Brothers were removed from the lineup a few weeks ago for an unspecified reason, but possibly due to the SAG-AFTRA strike. …
Glow-in-the-Dark Darth Vader Loungefly Mini Backpack Now Available at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
A new glow-in-the-dark “Star Wars” Darth Vader Loungefly mini backpack has arrived at Walt Disney World. We found it in World of Disney at Disney Springs. Darth Vader Loungefly Mini Backpack – $88 On the front of the bag is Darth Vader’s helmet and chest panel. Stitching, patches, and debossing create the different elements of …
PHOTOS: Friendship Boat VIII Debuts New Paint Scheme at EPCOT
Shannen Ace
Friendship Boat VIII at EPCOT debuted a new royal blue and gold color scheme on Monday as Disney confirmed the other boats in the fleet will be repainted soon, too. New Friendship Boat Color Scheme The Friendship Boats transport guests across World Showcase lagoon, as well as between EPCOT and nearby resorts. Friendship VIII has …
FIRST LOOK: New Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2023 Tees Feature Mickey and Sanderson Sisters
Shannen Ace
Disney has provided another look at the upcoming 2023 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party merchandise. We previously saw party-exclusive Spirit Jerseys and other small items. The latest preview shows off a fitted “Hocus Pocus” shirt featuring the Sanderson Sisters from “Hocus Pocus.” A glow-in-the-dark gray adult tee has Mickey Mouse in his bat vampire costume on …
New Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Entertainment to Include Pirate Band, Max Goof Powerline Parties, and More
Shannen Ace
Disney has announced new entertainment coming to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom this year. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Entertainment Here is Disney’s announcements about the new and updated offerings: Last year, Max Goof appeared as Powerline just part of a pre-show for the parade, but it sounds like he’ll now show up throughout …
‘Finding Nemo’ Slide, Splash Pad, and Pool Opening Tomorrow at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel as Part of Pixar Place Retheming
Shannen Ace
Paradise Pool at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel will reopen as Pixel Pool this week, as part of the hotel’s transformation into Pixar Place Hotel. The area has been re-themed to Pixar’s “Finding Nemo,” as we saw in concept art released last year. Nemo’s Cove Disney stated in the comments of an Instagram video that overnight …
BREAKING: Paul Reubens, Legendary Actor Behind Pee-Wee Herman & Captain Rex from Star Tours, Has Passed Away
Tom Corless
Paul Reubens, the actor most well-known for portraying the beloved Pee-Wee Herman, has passed away. The news was shared via the official Pee-Wee Herman Facebook account: Last night we said farewell to Paul Reubens, an iconic American actor, comedian, writer and producer whose beloved character Pee-wee Herman delighted generations of children and adults with his …
PHOTOS: Splash Mountain Barn Repainted Yellow for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
New foliage has been added to the Tiana’s Bayou Adventure façade in Magic Kingdom and the queue’s barn has been repainted as crews update the attraction’s exterior. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Façade Splash Mountain at Magic Kingdom closed in January to become Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Construction walls and a new water tower advertise “Tiana’s Foods,” the …
Former Steakhouse 55 at Disneyland Hotel Becoming Lounge Space
Shannen Ace
Disney has announced that the former Steakhouse 55 at Disneyland Hotel will become a flexible lounge space. Former Steakhouse 55 Steakhouse 55 — with the “55” referencing the 1955 opening of Disneyland — has been closed since 2020 when it was initially shuttered due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Disney announced the restaurant’s permanent closure with …
New Sparkling Orange Minnie Halloween Loungefly Backpack at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
Walt Disney World guests can carry all their tricks and treats in a new Minnie Mouse Halloween Loungefly mini backpack. This backpack is also available on shopDisney and at Disneyland Resort. Halloween season doesn’t officially begin until Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party starts in a couple weeks, but the first 2023 Halloween merch arrived in the …
PHOTOS: Monorail Green Returns from Refurbishment with New Black Deltas at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
Monorail Green has returned to service at Walt Disney World Resort with brand-new black deltas. The Monorail underwent an interior refurbishment back in 2019. Monorail Green Returns to Service There are now decorative black deltas on the green stripe running around the exterior of the Monorail. Other Monorails have gained similar decorations during recent refurbishments. …
RUMOR: Kevin Mayer & Tom Staggs Reportedly Return as Advisors to CEO Bob Iger
Shannen Ace
Kevin Mayer and Tom Staggs have both been contacted individually by Disney to advise CEO Bob Iger on TV strategy, Matthew Belloni of Puck reports. Mayer & Staggs Advising Iger Mayer and Staggs were both popular picks to replace Iger as CEO the first time but he passed over them, leading to the executives leaving Disney. …
Villain-Con Minion Blast and Minion Land Grand Opening Date Announced
Shannen Ace
After a few weeks of previews and technical rehearsals, Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast as well as Minion Land at Universal Studios Florida will officially open on August 11, 2023. Villain-Con Minion Blast Opening Most of Minion Land soft opened on June 17 with various themed dining locations and Illumination character meet-and-greets. Team Member previews for …
PHOTOS: Halloween Scarecrows & Jack-o’-Lanterns Installed in Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
With just a couple weeks until the start of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, Halloween scarecrows and jack-o’-lanterns have arrived in Town Square at Magic Kingdom. Halloween Decorations Two jack-o’-lanterns are in the planter in front of the Town Square Walt Disney World Railroad station, at the park’s entrance gates. The scarecrows are gathered in the …
First ‘Loki’ Season 2 Trailer Premieres
Shannen Ace
The timeline is running out in the new “Loki” season 2 trailer. The series premieres on Disney+ on October 6, 2023. The trailer introduces Ke Huy Quan’s character OB and sees the return of several “Loki” season 1 stars. A poster was released a few days ago. The “Loki” TV series is based on the …
Guests Jump Out of “it’s a small world” Boats, Scrim Covers Star Wars Endor Forest Mural at Star Tours, & More: Daily Recap (7/30/23)
Katie Francis
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 Sunday, July 30, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic …
REVIEW: S’mores Macaron at Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe in Disneyland
Jonathan Doughty
Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe at Disneyland park is offering a twist on a classic summer treat with the S’mores Macaron. S’mores Macaron – $6.99 Chocolate-dipped Macaron Shell, Toasted Marshmallow, Marshmallow Mousse, Chocolate Mousse Center, and Graham Cracker Crumbles Whether it’s because it sat in the sun for 10 minutes or it was designed that way, …
Halloween Treats, Mickey Jack-O’-Lantern Light-Up Necklace, and Reusable Bag Arrive at Walt Disney World
Jonathan Doughty
With the Halloween season at Walt Disney World fast approaching (Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party begins August 11), more merchandise has arrived. We found the latest selection at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, with most items available at Discovery Trading Company. Happy Halloween Reusable Bag – $5.99 Get spooky at the grocery store with a new Halloween reusable …
BREAKING: Monstruos: The Monsters of Latin America House Coming to Halloween Horror Nights 2023 at Universal Studios Hollywood
Katie Francis
Monstruos: The Monsters of Latin America, an original house, has just been announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2023 at Universal Studios Hollywood. Creative director John Murdy announced the house during a panel at Midsummer Scream this evening. It will feature three infamous “monsters” from myths and legends. (Editor’s note: the myths relayed in this article …
REVIEW: Smokehouse Brisket Pizza & Strawberry Shortcake from the NEW Trail’s End, Signature Chili Returns in Insulting State
Jonathan Doughty
Trail’s End Restaurant at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground has been reimagined as a quick-service restaurant with casual seating. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, this venue was a buffet experience, reopening in 2021 as a family-style outlet like many other buffet restaurants at the time. Then, at the beginning of 2023, it was officially …
Avengers Tumbler and Athletic Wear Available at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
Walt Disney World has an Avengers tumbler, ball cap, and moisture-wicking T-shirt available. We found them with the rest of the Marvel merchandise in Keystone Clothiers at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Avengers Tumbler – $39.99 The tumbler has a white to black ombre, with a silver rectangle on one side. “Avengers” is in silver lettering through …
WATCH PARKSCENTER — Scandal over the Hatbox Ghost, EPCOT Food and Wine Review, Favorite Ride Photos, and More
Rob Whiteside
Join us live tonight, Sunday, July 30th, at 9:00 p.m. ET or watch ParksCenter anytime on our new home, WDWNT.TV. Updating you on all the big things happing in the Disney Parks each week! Each week, we cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that are top of mind for …
VIDEO: Guests Jump Out of “it’s a small world” Boats & Wade in Water During Stoppage
Jonathan Doughty
Instagram user foosgonedisney recently shared footage of guests disembarking “it’s a small world” at Magic Kingdom without Cast Member authorization or supervision. Disembarking “it’s a small world” The video appears to show a family getting out of their boat in the Polynesian section of “it’s a small world,” as a small child starts wading in …
