California Attractions and Parks Association Calls Upon Governor Newsom to Reopen Disneyland Resort

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With preparations well underway at both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure, the resort is ready to welcome back guests as soon as the government allows it. Just this past Friday, indoor dining resumed at the Downtown Disney District, but there’s still no word on when—or how Disneyland’s theme parks can reopen. Now, trade organizations … Read more

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park Hours Extended to 6:00 PM This Sunday

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In a strange, last-minute park hour change, Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be open for an extra hour this Sunday. While normally park hours are from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Sunday, September 20 will see a 6:00 PM closure. Currently, no other Walt Disney World theme park is set to close an hour later that … Read more

Disney Park Pass Availability Update (9/14/20): Parks Fully Booked This Saturday, Hollywood Studios Booked for Most Guests Thanksgiving Week

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When I tell you to book those Park Pass reservations quick, it’s for a reason. Just four days after our latest Disney Park Pass availability calendar update, we’re seeing all kinds of sold-out dates, including Thanksgiving week for all pass types, as well as several upcoming weekends. Of course, given how often things change with … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Rise of the Resistance Now Only Loading One Out of Two Transports as Technical Issues Persist at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance has quickly gone from the most ambitious ride at Walt Disney World to the most unreliable, as between issues with guests securing Boarding Groups and technical malfunctions plaguing the attraction’s many effects, Rise has gained some notoriety for how often it goes down or fails to function as it … Read more

Permits Filed for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Refurbishment at the Magic Kingdom

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With a large-scale refurbishment originally planned for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at the Magic Kingdom for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary on October 1st, 2021, it seems some recently-filed permits may indicate the start of work on the project. So far, two separate permits have been filed, each listing the address of the Big Thunder … Read more

PHOTOS: First Fall Decorations Arrive at Main Street, U.S.A. in the Magic Kingdom for Halloween 2020

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It’s beginning to look a lot like Halloween at the Magic Kingdom! Ahead of the full-on Fall decor that is set to begin starting tomorrow, September 15, landscapers and decorators at the park have gotten a head start, installing various autumnal wreaths, garlands, and more throughout Main Street, U.S.A. Take a first look at the … Read more

WDWNT is Hiring: Looking for a Social Media Manager

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As WDWNT continues to grow, we are looking for experienced individuals who can help us grow the reach of our content network, specifically on social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram). Before applying, please be aware of the following requirements: The position will require over 40 hours per week, with flexible availability You must have extensive … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: NEW Dino-Rama Fossil Fun Games Plush Prizes Debut at DinoLand U.S.A. in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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If you’re looking to try your luck, two of the Fossil Fun Games located within Chester and Hester’s Dino-Rama in DinoLand U.S.A. have finally reopened, and best of all, the kiosks have debuted an all-new plush collection themed to DinoLand. We arrived at Disney’s Animal Kingdom bright and early to partake in the games and … Read more

VIDEO: Walt Disney World Debuts New “Discover Holiday Magic” Christmas Commercial

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Having finally announced its new, modified holiday offerings for 2020, Walt Disney World has now rolled out its annual holiday commercial, encouraging families to “Discover Holiday Magic” this season. The 30-second spot shows families in comfy, holiday-themed Spirit Jerseys, Santa Mickey hats, and of course, festive-colored face masks. You can view the full ad in … Read more

PHOTOS: New Dino-Rama Fossil Fun Games Prizes Feature Characters from Dinoland U.S.A. Including Triceratop Spin, DINOSAUR, and Dino Institute Mickey & Minnie

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If you’re looking to try your luck, two of the Fossil Fun Games located within Chester and Hester’s Dino-Rama in DinoLand U.S.A. will be reopening this Sunday, September 13, and best of all, the kiosks will debut an all-new plush collection themed to DinoLand. These adorable new plush are unlike anything the land’s ever featured … Read more

Shortened Park Hours Extended at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Through November 28

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Park hours have now been added through November 28 for Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. These park hours are the same reduced hours that are currently in effect: Disney’s Hollywood Studios: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm Disney’s Animal Kingdom: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Unlike Magic Kingdom and EPCOT, hours at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and … Read more

EPCOT Shifting to Noon Opening, 8:00 PM Close Starting November 27

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In addition to extended hours at the Magic Kingdom, EPCOT will be shifting to new hours starting November 27. These changes are now reflected on the Walt Disney World park hours calendar: New park hours will be from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Do note that this is not an extension of park hours, but … Read more

BREAKING: Walt Disney World Extending Park Hours at the Magic Kingdom Starting November 6

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Previously reduced to just 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, hours have been extended at the Magic Kingdom starting November 6. Until November 6, hours remain as follows: Magic Kingdom: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm EPCOT: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm Disney’s Hollywood Studios: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm Disney’s Animal Kingdom: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm This new 7:00 … Read more

PHOTOS: Guests Evacuated After Fire Alarms Are Set Off at Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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It seems Hondo’s at it again, as guests recently had to be evacuated from the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios today. Currently, the attraction shows a 45-minute wait, as the queue had to be emptied due to the fire alarms going off. Guests are reporting that the area smells like smoke, … Read more

VIDEO: Music from “Madagascar”, “Kung Fu Panda”, “Puss in Boots”, and More Replaces The Lost Continent BGM at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Fans of Universal’s Islands of Adventure love the park for far more than its incredible theming, architecture, and of course, dinosaurs. The background music loops throughout the park are as immersive as its surroundings… that is, until you hear Kool & The Gang blaring over in the corner. That’s right, with the arrival of new … Read more

Fossil Fun Games Reopening with New Plush Prizes at Chester and Hester’s Dino-Rama in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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If you’re looking to try your luck, two of the Fossil Fun Games located within Chester and Hester’s Dino-Rama in DinoLand U.S.A. will be reopening this Sunday, September 13. According to WDWMagic, Bronto Score and Comet Crasher will reopen complete with new DinoLand themed plush prizes. Each game costs $5 to play per turn. Unfortunately, … Read more