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It ain’t easy being a small green frog charm bouncing around on Disneyland thrill rides. New keychains inspired by Kermit, Fozzie, Miss Piggy, and more Muppets are available at the resort. These keychains are also available online at the Disney Store. Mini Muppets Keychains Arrive in Disneyland New Muppets-themed plush bag charms have arrived at … Read more
Some come from across the sea, others from across the galaxy, but both have a fondness for the islands of Hawaii. Two new sets of Wishable mystery plush have arrived at Disneyland Resort: a tropical Duffy and Friends and Lilo and Stitch experiments. Lilo & Stitch Experiments Series Shimmer Wishables – $17.99 First up, we … Read more
Star Wars Day may be behind us, but real fans and “True Jedi” (IYKYK) will rep their favorite galaxy anytime of year with this new apparel collab. A new Star Wars apparel collection from footwear and apparel brand Shoe Palace includes a variety of casual, colorful pieces inspired by the Jedi, the Empire, and iconic … Read more
Work continues on the refurbishment of the giant “POP” sign outside Classic Hall at Disney’s Pop Century Resort, with visible progress since our last update earlier this month. Pop Century Sign Refurbishment Update During a recent visit to Disney’s Pop Century Work, we spotted a small construction crew continuing the latest refurbishment efforts along the … Read more
Tom Morrow 2.0 is back on the small screen — this time, on Disney+. ‘Imagineer That!’ Now Available on Disney+ The Walt Disney Imagineering short-form series Imagineer That! is now available to stream on Disney+. The series, hosted by the mini-matronic Tom Morrow 2.0, gives viewers quick behind-the-scenes looks at how Imagineers create, design, and … Read more
A new chapter for Sofia the First is almost here, and Disney Jr. marked the occasion with a meet and greet celebration fit for royalty. Sofia the First Makes Royal Meet and Greet Appearance Ahead of New Series Premiere Disney Jr. and Disney+ hosted Sofia’s Enchanted Breakfast in Los Angeles to celebrate the upcoming premiere … Read more
Guests heading down Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland Paris will notice a rare bit of maintenance work as Sleeping Beauty Castle has entered a months-long refurbishment project. Castle Bridge Partially Closed for Refurbishment Refurbishment work is now underway on the bridge leading into Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland Paris. The project began several weeks ago … Read more
As Disney continues experimenting with smaller-scale retail concepts, the Disney Store is becoming a little easier to find in person. Disney Bringing In-Person Shopping Back to Select Malls Disney Store is returning to the mall in a new format with the debut of Disney Store Limited Time, a temporary brick-and-mortar retail concept launching in partnership … Read more
The Elf on the Shelf is teaming up with Disney for a new holiday collection launching later this year. According to Parade, the collaboration marks the first time The Lumistella Company, the brand behind The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition, has brought outside licensed characters into its Scout Elf product line. Disney-Themed Elf … Read more
Fans of Hong Kong Disneyland’s Mystic Manor now have an exclusive opportunity to meet the attraction’s leading duo in a new meet and greet experience. Lord Henry Mystic and Albert Meet and Greet Characters As of May 17, the fan-favorite original characters of Mystic Manor, Lord Henry Mystic and his mischievous monkey companion, Albert, have … Read more
A few Star Wars fans visiting Disneyland last night got the surprise of a lifetime before boarding the Millennium Falcon. The Real Mandalorian Surprises Guests on Smugglers Run In an Instagram video shared by the official Star Wars and Disneyland accounts, Pedro Pascal, the real actor behind the helmet of Din Djarin, the Mandalorian, made … Read more
To paraphrase the patriotic Muppet: “This (merchandise) is dedicated to truth, justice, and the American way!” Semiquincentennial Sweatshirt – $54.99 The first item is a dark navy crewneck sweatshirt featuring Sam Eagle on the front in a parody of the iconic Great Seal of the United States. In place of an olive branch and a … Read more
Work progresses on the foundation of a future event space at Universal Epic Universe. Land clearing began in the area off Celestial Park last year. Universal then filed permits for the new building. Epic Universe Event Space Construction New aerial photos of the under-construction events center at Epic Universe show additional concrete work since our … Read more
The entertainment landscape has changed a lot since the debut of Star Wars in 1977. Now, the creative head of Lucasfilm talks on how the franchise is adapting to the new media world. The Future of ‘Star Wars’ in Theaters and at Home As Star Wars prepares to return to movie theaters with The Mandalorian … Read more
While finishing touches are underway for the new Muppets attraction, Imagineers have pointed out a subtle nod to one enigmatic Muppet on the updated façade. ‘Golden Teeth and Golden Tones’ Walt Disney Imagineering shared a closer look at the updated entrance for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, including a … Read more
New aerial photos from bioreconstruct show continued progress along the Haunted Mansion side of the Piston Peak National Park construction site at Magic Kingdom. Aerial Photos Show Piston Peak Construction Progress The new Cars-inspired Frontierland expansion is replacing the former Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island. Notably, it appears that the demolition process is … Read more
