REVIEW: NEW Milk and Cookies Cold Brew From Aunt Cass Cafe at Disney California Adventure
Katie Francis
Aunt Cass Cafe at Disney California Adventure is featuring a new Milk and Cookies Cold Brew. Starting on November 27, the cafe will also have all the classic Christmas-shaped sourdough breads. Aunt Cass Cafe Aunt Cass Cafe is in San Fransokyo Square near Rita’s Turbine Blenders. Menu Beverages: Menu Items *NEW* Milk and Cookies Cold …
Expanded Refurbished Haunted Mansion Standby Queue Opening Today at Disneyland
Shannen Ace
The standby queue for The Haunted Mansion (currently Haunted Mansion Holiday) at Disneyland will reopen today, November 26. Haunted Mansion Queue Reopening The Haunted Mansion closed in January 2024 for an expanded grounds refurbishment and construction of a new retail shop. Haunted Mansion Holiday, the seasonal “Nightmare Before Christmas” overlay, returned in July but used …
Destination D23 2025 Dates Announced for Walt Disney World & More: Daily Recap (11/25/24)
Katie Francis
Imagineers gave a sneak peek inside the reimagining of Test Track, Lightning Lane Premier Pass sold out at all four Disney World parks for the first time, and Disney shared the first official teaser for the live-action “Lilo & Stitch” — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, November 25, 2024. Walt …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Living with the Land – Glimmering Greenhouses Holiday Overlay Returns to EPCOT for 2024
Katie Francis
The Living with the Land – Glimmering Greenhouses holiday overlay has returned to EPCOT for the 2024 holiday season. Living with the Land – Glimmering Greenhouses Part of the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, Glimmering Greenhouses sees holiday decorations and lights take over the greenhouses of Living with the Land, a slow-moving boat ride …
New Haunted Mansion Dooney & Bourke Backpack at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
Joining the Haunted Mansion Minnie ears at Walt Disney World is a Haunted Mansion backpack by Dooney & Bourke. We found it at Uptown Jewelers in Magic Kingdom. Haunted Mansion Dooney & Bourke Backpack – $298 Like the ears, the bag is gray with a black pattern inspired by The Haunted Mansion’s famous wallpaper. The …
New Gingerbread Flamingo Joins Giraffe and Zebra at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
Shannen Ace
Christmas has arrived at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge in the form of decorations, a Christmas tree, and their annual gingerbread display. This year, the Gingeraffe and zebra are joined by a flamingo. 2024 Gingerbread Display The gingerbread animals are behind ropes in a rocky area of the resort lobby. A sign reads: A Gingerbread Holiday …
New D23 Gold Membership Plans and Gifts Revealed
Andrew Iovino
D23, the official Disney fan club, has revealed three Gold Membership plan details and its offerings for next year’s membership period. The plans feature rewards such as exclusive pins and even a D23-exclusive Disney Lorcana trading card. Gold Member Essential Plan – $49.99 Per Year All Gold Membership plans will provide general membership benefits, access …
Returning Gingerbread Churro with Butterscotch Dipping Sauce Are Delicious Disneyland Holiday Offerings
Shannen Ace
Disneyland’s Gingerbread Churro and Butterscotch Dipping Sauce have returned for the 2024 holiday season. Strangely, these weren’t on Disney’s list of holiday offerings. The churro and dipping sauce are available from the churro cart near “it’s a small world.” The Mickey Toy Soldier Drummer Sipper is also available from this cart. Gingerbread Churro – $6.50 …
Imagineering Shares First Look Inside Test Track During Construction
Shannen Ace
Walt Disney Imagineering shared a behind-the-scenes video about the reimagining of Test Track in EPCOT, offering our first look inside the attraction during construction. Test Track Construction The video shared on Instagram follows show set designer Tessa, who also worked on Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa. In some clips, she’s shown standing outside Test …
PHOTOS: EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays 2024 Sign Installed
Shannen Ace
A few days before the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays begins, Disney has installed the sign at the park’s entrance. Festival of the Holidays 2024 Sign In the flowerbed right after the entrance gates, guests will now see cutout decorations and the Festival of the Holidays sign. They are surrounded by red flowers, including …
REVIEW: Gingerbread Mickey Waffles & More From Schmoozies at Disney California Adventure
Katie Francis
This holiday season, Schmoozies! at Disney California Adventure has new Gingerbread Mickey Waffles alongside two returning shakes. Schmoozies! Schmoozies! is located in Hollywood Land next to Fairfax Market and across from Mickey’s PhilharMagic. Menu Food: Beverages: Menu Items *NEW* Gingerbread Mickey Waffles – $10.99 topped with Powdered Sugar, served with a side of Holiday Confetti …
PHOTOS: Earl’z March of the Nutcrackers Scavenger Hunt at Universal Orlando Resort
Shannen Ace
During the Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort, guests can help Earl the Squirrel solve a puzzle by finding unique nutcrackers throughout the parks and CityWalk with the Earl’z March of the Nutcrackers scavenger hunt. Earl’z March of the Nutcrackers Details Guests can purchase a scavenger hunt map and ornament for $14 at any of the …
Port of San Fransokyo Cervecería Debuts Seasonal Breakfast Croissant
Katie Francis
The Port of San Fransokyo Cervecería has a new seasonal breakfast croissant as part of Disney California Adventure’s holiday menus. Port of San Fransokyo Cervecería The Port of San Fransokyo Cervecería is located in San Fransokyo Square next to Cocina Cucamonga. Menu Food: Menu Items *NEW* Breakfast Croissant – $11.49 with Bacon, Eggs, Jalapeños, Cheese, …
BREAKING: Destination D23 2025 Dates Announced for Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
Disney announced the name, dates, and location for Destination D23 2025 at Walt Disney World. Destination D23: A Journey Around The Worlds of Disney will be at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort from August 29 through 31, 2025. The event was previously held at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Destination D23 is essentially a smaller version of D23: …
Disney Releases First Live-Action ‘Lilo and Stitch’ Teaser Trailer
Shannen Ace
Disney released the first teaser trailer for the live-action remake of “Lilo & Stitch.” ‘Lilo and Stitch’ Teaser Disney describes the movie as the “wildly funny and touching story of a lonely Hawaiian girl and the fugitive alien who helps to mend her broken family.” It’s directed by Dean Fleischer Camp of “Marcel the Shell …
‘Moana 2’ Inspired Menu Items Coming to Walt Disney World This Week
Brit Tuttle
Disney Eats has announced that new menu items will debut at Walt Disney World this week to celebrate the theatrical release of “Moana 2.” ‘Moana 2’ Menu Items at Walt Disney World These items will be available starting Wednesday, November 27, the same day that “Moana 2” hits theaters. First up is the Kakamora Chocolate …
New Holiday Peppermint Chocolate Dipping Sauce Disappoints at Disneyland
Katie Francis
For the 2024 Christmas season, Disneyland park has a new Holiday Peppermint Chocolate Dipping Sauce to pair with a churro (or whatever you’d like). The Holiday Peppermint Chocolate Dipping Sauce can be purchased at the churro cart near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. Menu Food: Menu Items *NEW* Holiday Peppermint Chocolate Dipping Sauce – $1.50 Chocolate …
EPCOT Dedication Plaque Returns With New Sign at Park Entrance
Shannen Ace
The EPCOT dedication plaque has been reinstalled on a new sign at the park’s entrance. The dedication plaque and its old sign were removed in June of this year. New EPCOT Dedication Plaque Sign The new EPCOT dedication plaque sign is the same style as other new EPCOT signage installed over the past few years …
New Disney Eats Gingerbread Minnie Ear Headband at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
The gingerbread Minnie Mouse ear headband has joined the Disney Eats collection available at Walt Disney World. We initially found the Loungefly mini backpack, pillow, and Stitch Attacks Snacks plush. We spotted the ear headband at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom. Disney Eats Gingerbread Minnie Ear Headband – $39.99 The padded ears and headband are …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: ‘Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular’ Returns for 2024 Universal Orlando Holidays
Shannen Ace
Every Who down in Whoville liked Christmas a lot but the Grinch, who lived just north of Whoville, celebrated with the “Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular.” This Universal Islands of Adventure stage show retells the story of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” Roaming Whos in Seuss Landing Between “Grinchmas” performances, the Who performers roam Seuss Landing, interacting …
Mickey & Friends Going on World Tour with ‘Disney Jr. Live’
Shannen Ace
“Disney Jr. Live on Tour: Let’s Play!” featuring Mickey & Friends is setting off on its first world tour next year. ‘Disney Jr. Live on Tour: Let’s Play!’ The show will star the world tour in March 2025 with six performances at London’s Royal Festival Hall. It will then travel to the Middle East and …
Lightning Lane Premier Pass Sold Out at All Walt Disney World Parks for First Time
Shannen Ace
Lightning Lane Premier Pass is sold out at all four Walt Disney World theme parks for the first time. Lightning Lane Premier Pass Sold Out Today We previously reported that Premier Pass sold out ahead of time for Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios today, Monday, November 25. It is now sold out for Disney’s …
Intamin Multi-Launch Roller Coaster Rumored to Replace Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit & More: Daily Recap (11/24/24)
Katie Francis
Moana debuted a new costume at EPCOT for her new movie, we reviewed more holiday food from Disneyland Resort, and take a look inside the kids’ Oceaneer Club on the Disney Treasure — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Sunday, November 24, 2024. Walt Disney World EPCOT New Merchandise Disneyland Resort Disney …
Buzz Lightyear Bicoastal Adventures Pin Debuts at Walt Disney World
Bryce B.
The November Bicoastal Adventures pin now available at Walt Disney World is inspired by Buzz Lightyear’s Spaceranger Spin. The same pin will be available at Disneyland Resort, honoring the attraction at both resorts. Limited Edition Bicoastal Adventures Buzz Lightyear’s Spaceranger Spin Pin – $19.99 The frame of this pin is green. At the top of the …
Maurice’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Turns Jack-Jack Cookies Into a Holiday Treat at Disneyland
Katie Francis
Maurice’s Treats at Disneyland has a special holiday chocolate chip cookie to celebrate the season. Maurice’s Treats Maurice’s Treats is located in Fantasyland outside the Royal Theatre. Menu Food: Menu Items *NEW* Holiday Chocolate Chip Cookie – $7.99 with holiday sprinkles Crazy old Maurice went to Pixar Pier, got a Jack-Jack Cookie Num Num, and …
REVIEW: New Hatch Chili Burger With Spicy Chorizo Cheese Sauce From Flo’s V8 Cafe for Disneyland Holidays
Shannen Ace
Flo’s V8 Cafe in Disney California Adventure has a new burger and cheese sauce, plus the returning gingerbread shake for the 2024 “Haul-idays.” Hatch Chili Burger – $15.99 Choice of Patty, topped with Spicy Chorizo Cheese Sauce, Hatch Chili Relish and Iceberg Lettuce, served on an Amish Bun, with choice of Cuties® Mandarin Oranges or …
WATCH PARKSCENTER — MuppetVision Closing, Mayhem Takes Over Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster and Attractions We Will Miss
Rob Whiteside
Join us live tonight, Sunday, November 24, 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 …
REVIEW: Chicken Enchilada Soup, Iced Peppermint Chocolate, and More From Rancho del Zocalo for Disneyland Holidays
Shannen Ace
During the Disneyland holiday season, Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante is offering three new items — Chicken Enchilada Soup, Tinga Enchiladas, and Iced Mexican Peppermint Chocolate — and the returning Chocolate Cake Flan. These are available through January 7, 2025. *NEW* Chicken Enchilada Soup – $11.99 with Curtido Slaw, Diced Onions, Cilantro, Cheese Flauta and Lime …
Chicken Pizza, Alien Reindeer Macaron, and Apple Drink for Disneyland Holidays at Alien Pizza Planet
Shannen Ace
Alien Pizza Planet has three new out-of-this-world menu items available for the holiday season at Disneyland. Alien Pizza Planet is located in Tomorrowland. The seasonal items are the Chicken Al Pastor Pizza Slice, Alien Reindeer Macaron, and Holiday Green Drink. Chicken Al Pastor Pizza Slice – $9.49 with spiced red sauce, mozzarella cheese, roasted corn, …
Santa’s Vacation Sausage Potato and More for Christmas at Refreshment Corner
Katie Francis
Refreshment Corner has two new items for this Christmas season at Disneyland: Santa’s Vacation Sausage Potato and Warm Spiced Apple Tea. Refreshment Corner Refreshment Corner is on Main Street, U.S.A. across from Plaza Point. Menu Food: Beverages: Menu Items *NEW* Santa’s Vacation Sausage Potato – $13.99 with Pickled Pineapple and Teriyaki Sauce, topped with Mac …
RUMOR: Intamin Multi-Launch Roller Coaster Replacing Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit
Katie Francis
Fans of Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Studios Florida should prepare for a farewell tour because the roller coaster is said to be retiring soon. Rumors have swirled of the coaster’s demise for a while, but sources close to WDWNT have reported that it’s soon to be replaced by a multi-launch Intamin coaster. Notably, …
Returning Peppermint Hot Cocoa Churro and New Marshmallow Dipping Sauce Fail to Bring Holiday Magic to Disneyland
Shannen Ace
One of the many holiday churros available at Disneyland Resort this season is the returning Peppermint Hot Cocoa Churro. New this year, guests can add Chocolate-Peppermint Marshmallow Dipping Sauce to their churro. This pairing is available at the churro carts near Sleeping Beauty Castle and in Town Square through January 6, 2025. Peppermint Hot Cocoa …
Gingerbread Cheesecake Returns to Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta for Christmas 2024 at Disney California Adventure
Katie Francis
As part of the 2024 holiday celebrations, the Gingerbread Cheesecake has returned to Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta. Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta is located in Paradise Gardens Park near Paradise Garden Grill. Menu Food: Menu Items Gingerbread Cheesecake – $6.79 Gingerbread Cheesecake topped with Vanilla Mousse There are a lot of good …
First Look at Kids Oceaneer Club on the Disney Treasure
Katie Francis
Kids ages 3-12 can spend their Disney Treasure sailing in Disney’s Oceaneer Club, a kids-exclusive play area on deck 2 of the ship. Entry Kids can choose to take a slide from the Grand Hall straight into the Club. A regular entrance is the deck below, available via a nearby staircase. The murals and decorations …
Moana Debuts New Costume at EPCOT for ‘Moana 2’
Katie Francis
In celebration of the upcoming “Moana 2” movie, the titular heroine is now wearing a new costume for her meet and greets at EPCOT. Moana is now meeting guests in her outfit from “Moana 2” in World Nature at EPCOT. Guests can find Moana outside Journey of Water. She usually meets intermittently between 9:30 a.m. …
New UK Pavilion Peter Pan Embroidered Ball Cap at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
You can fly with a new ball cap featuring Peter Pan. The cap is for the United Kingdom Pavilion at EPCOT, but we first found it in the Main Street Cinema at Magic Kingdom. Peter Pan Ball Cap – $29.99 The cap is dark blue. Peter Pan is embroidered on the front with his arms …
New Mickey Balloon Spirit Jersey & Bags at Disneyland Resort
Shannen Ace
Disneyland Resort has a new collection of merchandise inspired by the popular Mickey-shaped balloons available on Main Street. We found the four bags at World of Disney in Downtown Disney District and the Spirit Jersey in the Emporium at Disneyland Park. Balloon Belt Bag – $34.99 All four bags feature the all-over pattern of blue, …
Annual Passholder-Exclusive Snow White Recipe Card Available at EPCOT Next Month
Shannen Ace
An Annual Passholder-exclusive recipe card will be available at EPCOT in December. The card completes a collection of recipes Walt Disney World recently mailed to Passholders. Annual Passholder Recipe Card This Passholder-exclusive recipe card comes in a blue folder featuring Tiana, Alice, Jack-Jack, Miguel, and Snow White. The first four characters inspired the recipes mailed …
New Universal Orlando Resort Starbucks Discovery Series Tumbler Available
Shannen Ace
Starbucks locations at Universal Orlando Resort have a new Discovery Series tumbler inspired by the resort. Universal Orlando Resort Starbucks Discovery Series Tumbler – $24.95 The double-walled tumbler is bright orange with images on the translucent outer layer. “Universal Orlando Resort” is printed in orange lettering against a green circle with a big pink star. …
Refurbished LEGO Store Opens at Downtown Disney District
Shannen Ace
The LEGO Store at Downtown Disney District in Disneyland Resort has reopened from refurbishment. Refurbished LEGO Store The LEGO Store closed in early October and is back open as of Friday, November 22 — just in time for holiday shopping. The store has “new interior enhancements, fresh builds, and even more exciting updates coming soon,” …