Katie Francis, Author at WDW News Today

Disneyland Celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month With Artist Signings, Entertainment, Children’s Day Display, and More

May 11, 2022 Katie Francis

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month and Disneyland is highlighting some special experiences to celebrate. In the Downtown Disney District, delight in complimentary musical performances and colorful pageantry at the Downtown Disney Live! stage: Faiva is a 4-piece Polynesian band performing blissful harmonies on Mondays and Wednesdays. The Filharmonic is a 5-piece Filipino a … Read more

UPDATE: Guest Arrested at Magic Kingdom Reportedly Caught Stealing from Guest Strollers

May 11, 2022 Katie Francis

Yesterday, we reported that two guests (including one that eyewitnesses claimed to be a young adult or minor) were arrested at the Magic Kingdom Monday evening. Now, reports from guests and Cast Members indicate that the two men were confronted by Disney security and local Sheriff’s department officers after stealing from guests’ strollers at the … Read more

Police Arrest Young Guest at Magic Kingdom, Cast Members Wrangle Snake, Technology Updated for Fantasmic!, and More: Daily Recap (5/10/22)

May 10, 2022 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 Tuesday, May 10, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

BREAKING: Universal Studios Hollywood Reveals ‘Universal Monsters: Legends Collide’ Maze for Halloween Horror Nights 2022

May 10, 2022 Katie Francis

Universal Studios Hollywood updated their website and (possibly accidentally) revealed the first maze for Halloween Horror Nights 2022 — Universal Monsters: Legends Collide. The description for the maze reads, “If you thought one Universal Monster was scary, how about three? Better summon your scream squad, ’cause you’re about to get caught in the middle of … Read more

Air Canada Celebrates the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary With Themed Kid’s Room at the Toronto Pearson International Airport

May 10, 2022 Katie Francis

Air Canada is continuing their celebration for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World with a newly themed kid’s room in the Toronto Pearson International Airport. It can be found at the Maple Leaf Lounge. Travelers will be able to enjoy Disney-themed activities in the room, and a photo-op corner with oversize travel items and … Read more

Joe Gardner and Mr. Mittens From ‘Soul’ Added to Pixar Pal-A-Round at Disney California Adventure

May 10, 2022 Katie Francis

The Pixar Pal-A-Round at Disney California Adventure has been receiving a number of updates to reflect the latest movies. Earlier this year, we saw characters from “Onward” and “Turning Red” added to gondolas, and now Joe Gardner and Mr. Mittens from “Soul” have taken over another one. The blue gondola, seemingly the one that used … Read more

Get Ready for a Superhero Summer With New Captain America & Black Panther Crop Tops by Our Universe at Disneyland

May 10, 2022 Katie Francis

If you’re looking to add some superhero style to your summer wardrobe, Star Traders at Disneyland has new crop tops by Our Universe that would be perfect for a day in the parks. Captain America Crop Top by Our Universe – $36.99 The Captain America crop top is blue with white stitching. There’s a patch … Read more

America Chavez Added to Select Performances of ‘Mysteries of the Mystic Arts’ With Doctor Strange at Disney California Adventure

May 10, 2022 Katie Francis

America Chavez, the newest Marvel Cinematic Universe hero, has been added to select performances of the “Mysteries of the Mystic Arts” show featuring Doctor Strange in Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure. The heroes that show up to help Doctor Strange in the show rotate, but given the premiere of “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse … Read more

Heritage Auctions Hosting Disneyland: The Auction Featuring Almost 700 Lots, Including Ride Vehicles, Park Props, and More

May 10, 2022 Katie Francis

Nearly 700 lots from one of the most significant assemblages of actual park-displayed signs, props, artifacts, and more from Disneyland and Disney theme parks around the world will be offered May 21-22 in Heritage Auctions’ DISNEYLAND: THE AUCTION Signature® Auction. The founder of the collection, Scott Rummell, is instantly recognizable, even to those who don’t know … Read more

Federal Judge Dismisses Osceola County Taxpayers’ Reedy Creek Lawsuit Against Governor DeSantis

May 10, 2022 Katie Francis

A federal judge has officially dismissed the case against Governor Ron DeSantis filed by Osceola County taxpayers, according to the Orlando Sentinel. The lawsuit alleged that the bill signed into law by Governor DeSantis to dissolve the Reedy Creek Improvement District violated the Taxpayer Bill of Rights. The residents’ concern is that they and other … Read more

More EPCOT Mexico Pavilion Apparel Arrives at Disneyland Resort

May 10, 2022 Katie Francis

More merchandise from EPCOT has arrived at Disneyland, this time in the form of apparel featuring the Mexico pavilion. We found a new hat and lounge pants in The Dress Shop at Downtown Disney District. Mexico Pavilion Hat – $27.99 The floral embroidery, complete with hidden Mickeys, matches some of the other Mexico Pavilion merchandise … Read more

Fantasmic! 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Pin Debuts at Disneyland Ahead of the Show’s Return

May 10, 2022 Katie Francis

Fantasmic! returns to Disneyland on May 28, and you can prepare for the celebration of its 30th anniversary with a new limited edition pin from 20th Century Music Co. The nighttime spectacular first premiered at Disneyland on May 13, 1992. Fantasmic! 30th Anniversary Pin – $19.99 The Fantasmic! 30th anniversary pin features the showdown between … Read more

Aunty’s Beach House Reopening at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa on May 25

May 10, 2022 Katie Francis

Disney has announced that Aunty’s Beach House at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, will reopen on May 25, treating keiki (kids) ages 5-12 to fun and adventure and — for the first time — debuting evening activities for the whole family. The kids club was designed as a typical hale or house where kids might visit their “aunty.” There … Read more

New Disney Princess Balloon Pops Into Magic Kingdom

May 10, 2022 Katie Francis

On our latest visit to the Magic Kingdom, we spotted a new Princess balloon for sale in a variety of colors. Disney Princess Balloon – $14 Cast Members said they have the balloon in “every color.” We spotted pink, blue, teal, and purple today. The outer balloon is the same on each. One side features … Read more

Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Room Refurbishments Moving Forward

May 10, 2022 Katie Francis

Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort is set to receive room refurbishments. The other hotels in the All-Star series have had their refurbishments completed, and while planDisney stated that Sports was still on the roster, very few (if any) rooms have been refurbishments. The resort reopened in March 2022, marking the final Walt Disney World Resort Hotel … Read more

Start Saving for Your Next Walt Disney World Trip With the New 50th Anniversary Orange Bird Bank

May 9, 2022May 9, 2022 Katie Francis

Fans of the Florida Orange Bird have been in luck lately as a new collection of themed merchandise for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World continues to be released. Today in the Main Street Cinema, we found a new Orange Bird bank. Vault Collection Orange Bird Bank – $19.99 The adorable Orange Bird sits … Read more