Blizzard Beach Water Park Refurbishment Extended Through January 18 at Walt Disney World

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Blizzard Beach, the ski resort themed water park at Walt Disney World, closed for an extended refurbishment last September. The refurbishment was originally set to conclude on January 13th, but has since been extended past that date. The refurbishment is now set to be completed by January 18th, with the water park reopening to guests … Read more

PHOTOS: New Docking Bay 7, Ronto Roasters, and Milk Stand Collectible Mobile Order Buttons Rolled Out for Annual Passholders at Disneyland Resort

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For a limited time, select mobile order dining locations throughout the Disneyland Resort are offering a uniquely designed button especially for Passholders who place a mobile order via the Disneyland app. The final round of buttons includes a Disneyland Park classic: the Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe, plus some stellar new favorites like Docking Bay 7, … Read more

PHOTOS: New Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Ride Vehicle Toy Train Chugs Into Walt Disney World

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All aboard the Runnamuck Railroad! Next stop: Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway! Goofy’s train has derailed and landed at Walt Disney World, and we have an all-new ride vehicle toy to tinker with until the opening of Mickey’s first-ever feature attraction this March. Originally previewed back in early December, the first piece of Mickey and … Read more

Extended Hours Announced for Imagination! Pavilion Attractions at EPCOT Starting January 12

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Guests looking to spend a bit of extra time with Figment or enjoy some Pixar short films late at night will be pleased to know that operating hours have been extended for all Imagination! Pavilion attractions starting January 12th. Starting January 12th and running through February 29th, all attractions within the Imagination! Pavilion will be … Read more

PHOTOS: Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine Dessert and More Food Items Revealed for the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2020

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The annual Epcot International Festival of the Arts at Walt Disney World Resort invites guests to immerse themselves in the visual, culinary and performing arts in ways that only Disney can offer, including live concerts and art performances, workshops, art signings and much more. The popular festival will return to the park January 17-February 24, … Read more

New Club runDisney Membership Program Launching February 18th at Walt Disney World

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runDisney is excited to introduce Club runDisney, a new, unique membership opportunity for runners. Club runDisney will offer three different one-year-long membership levels – Silver, Gold, and Platinum – featuring a range of special benefits that will run from October 1, 2020 to September 30, 2021. All Club runDisney members will receive a welcome package … Read more

PHOTOS: New Artful Mickey Annual Passholder Magnet Revealed for EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2020

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While last year’s EPCOT International Festival of the Arts magnet focused on Figment, this year’s Annual Passholder exclusive magnet will feature a very artful Mickey Mouse! Mickey is seen painted through contrasting brushstrokes in purple, pink, and blue hues against his adorable black and white face. Even the “PASSHOLDER” lettering on the bottom has a … Read more

PHOTOS: New Permanent “Awesome Planet” Wait Time Sign Installed in The Land Pavilion at EPCOT

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With the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2020 starting in just over a week, final preparations are underway at all of the theaters debuting new shows, like the Harvest Theater inside The Land pavilion. Inside, the new “Awesome Planet” environmental film will make its debut on January 17th, 2020, and outside, new permanent signage … Read more

PHOTOS: Park Entrance Plaza Construction Walls Receive New Play! Pavilion Theming at EPCOT

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Over the weekend, construction began on the right side of the new park entrance plaza at EPCOT. Construction walls now surround the central middle planter after it made a brief appearance for a few weeks, and while the walls were initially void of any theming, they’ve now received the coveted character treatment. The new walls … Read more

Disneyland Resort Announces Limited-Time Discount Ticket Offers for Kids and Southern California Residents

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Disneyland is kicking off the new year with exciting new experiences and special vacation values with limited-time ticket and hotel offers available at the Disneyland Resort! Kids everywhere along with Southern California residents may visit the theme parks for as low as $67 per person, per day with 3-day, 1-park per day tickets. Book now … Read more

Guests Frustrated After Being Unable to Experience Immersive Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Pre-Show Due to Possible Malfunction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance has always touted itself as more than just a ride, but a return to form, a fully immersive experience packed with audio-animatronics where you’re actively recruited by the Resistance and mercilessly intimidated by First Order officers. Not only is the winding cavernous queue packed with props to further envelop … Read more

Shortened Pool Hours in Effect at Disney’s Art of Animation and Pop Century Resort for Winter Season

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Guests looking to relax in their own Cozy Cone or take a refreshing dip in the Hippy Dippy Pool should note shortened pool hours at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and Disney’s Pop Century Resort throughout the colder winter months, starting today. At Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, the Big Blue Pool will be open … Read more

Disney’s Hollywood Studios Closing An Hour Later Tonight

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The first Monday of the year just got a bit more exciting! Disney’s Hollywood Studios has extended its park hours tonight in response to large holiday crowds. Park hours are often altered to allow guests more time to experience parks in the busiest times of the year, but this change occurred this morning, more last-minute … Read more

PHOTOS: Splash Mountain Closed Off For Annual Refurbishment at the Magic Kingdom

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It’s a zip-a-dee-refurbishment-day at the Magic Kingdom, as Splash Mountain is now closed off and partially drained ahead of its annual refurbishment period. With cold temperatures in Orlando today, not many guests will bemoan the loss of the log flume ride, but we sure hope you got your drops in before the closure, as it … Read more

Full List of Participating Disney and Wonderground Gallery Artists and Art Showcase Preview for EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2020

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With all of the photo ops and specialty food and beverages to sample throughout the park’s many marketplace booths, it’s easy to lose the central focus of the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, which is the art and the artists themselves. This year’s festival showcases many forms of art and plays host to a … Read more

Walt Disney World Resort Room Discount Offer Now Available for Annual Passholders on Select Nights April Through July 2020

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Annual Passholders can save up to 35% on rooms at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels this Spring and Summer! Annual Passholders can save up to 35% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels for stays most nights April 1 through July 9, 2020 if they book by July 9th, 2020. Passholders must present a valid … Read more