Katie Francis 
Fan-favorite pianist Carol Stein announced on Facebook that she has played her last performance in the United Kingdom Pavilion at EPCOT and will be moving to the American Adventure Rotunda this Sunday, April 10, as part of a new music performance. Details for what the performance will entail are not available, but it will debut … Read more
Disneyland Paris may already be a month into their celebration, but the official 30th anniversary takes place on April 12. In addition to the new chocolate bar that gives guests a chance to win a special prize, more new merchandise was announced today, including exclusive April 12 and Annual Passholder collections. Collectible Key This key … Read more
When Disneyland Resort opened the new Tenaya Stone Spa at Disney’s Grand Californian Resort last year, there was a lot of hullabaloo about how the company was working with and honoring local Indigenous people. Now, evidence and testimony have arisen to question these claims. A report from Fodor’s reveals that officials from the Southern Sierra … Read more
runDisney turns 30 next year, and to celebrate, the Walt Disney World Marathon will have a retro 1990s theme. New art was released today for each event showing off the theme as well as the “30 Years Running” slogan. The Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend is sponsored by State Farm. The art features vibrant colors … Read more
A new permit has been filed for show scene installation at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT. The new roller coaster is set to open on May 27, with previews likely to begin near the start of the month for media, Cast Members, and other select parties. The permit lists ThemeWorks, Inc. as … Read more
The next Wishables series coming to shopDisney and the Disney Parks will feature the Main Street Electrical Parade! While no release date has been announced, it coincides with the parade’s return to Disneyland on April 22. The four Wishables plush shown in the preview include the title float featuring the Main Street Electrical Parade logo, … Read more
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 Wednesday, April 6, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more
New directional signage has been installed in the former Innoventions breezeway. The signs feature the new EPCOT neighborhoods and pavilion logos. The breezeway is now part of World Celebration. We spotted some of the new signs between Creations Shop and the upcoming Connections Café and Eatery. This sign directs guests to Test Track and Mission: … Read more
If you love the art and design aspects of theme parks, a new release you’re bound to enjoy is coming on April 12. “The Art of Disneyland Paris” is coming in celebration of the resort’s 30th anniversary. “The Art of Disneyland Paris” Book The book was described as a “portfolio and album of memories” focusing … Read more
Disneyland Paris has begun its 30th anniversary celebrations, but more special merchandise is coming for the official anniversary date of April 12. Today during the Annual Passholder broadcast, they announced a celebratory chocolate bar with a “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”-style contest. 30th Anniversary Chocolate Bar Some lucky guests will find a prize within the … Read more
Disney has notified the surrounding communities that fireworks testing will be conducted overnight at the Magic Kingdom tomorrow, April 7. The notice reads, “We will be conducting some routine fireworks testing around Magic Kingdom Park this Thursday night, April 7, between 11 p.m. and midnight. We will do our best to keep noise at a … Read more
D23 has just announced the Gold Member preview event for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT on May 15. The event is $35 per person (plus a $5 processing fee). Tickets will go on sale on Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET. Not only will D23 Gold … Read more
Disney+ subscribers can now save on their Walt Disney World vacation with a limited time discount on resort hotel rooms. Guests must make reservations online or through a travel agent to take advantage of the savings. Guests can save up to 25% on stays between July 8 and September 30. Save 25% Disney’s Animal Kingdom … Read more
Disneyland Paris is celebrating its 30th anniversary with an expansion of Walt Disney Studios Park, including lands dedicated to “Frozen”, the Avengers, and more. Today, Disney shared concept art for the new promenade that leads to the Kingdom of Arendelle, including a new restaurant. Disney said, “Picture a beautiful promenade surrounded by lush landscape, green … Read more
As WDWNT continues to grow, we are looking for additional local Reporters to expand our Orlando-based staff. WDWNT’s Orlando Reporter staff visit the Walt Disney World parks several days a week during the morning and afternoon to report on new developments in construction, food and beverage offerings, merchandise, and more. Please note that this position … Read more
Another sinking log incident occurred at Splash Mountain in Magic Kingdom. A log previously sank in August 2020. Watch the guests evacuate the ride vehicle in the TikTok shared by user Dakota Anglin below. In the video, the log is in one of the outside sections of the ride, partially submerged in water, with its … Read more
