Katie Francis 
Following in the footsteps of its neighbor Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance has yet to open today at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. My Disney Experience lists the attraction as “temporarily closed.” The attraction may open later today. The reason for the closure is unknown at this time.
The Disneyland Monorail was scheduled to close temporarily on January 24, but that date has now been pushed back until February 14. The Monorail is closing to accommodate construction on the west end of Downtown Disney District while it transforms into a new relaxation and event space. The closure will take place from February 14 … Read more
UPDATE 11:45 a.m.: Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith is now open with a 120 minute wait at the time of publication. The saga of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster’s operational issues continues today as the ride failed to open this morning at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The coaster has become infamous lately for its on-again-off-again nature. … Read more
Just in time for the chilly weather here in Central Florida, Olaf has returned for a character sighting in Celebrity Spotlight at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. For the first time in forever (since March 2020), the sun-loving snowman is meeting and greeting guests indoors. Celebrity Spotlight is in Echo Lake, near Backlot Express. The queue begins … Read more
Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park will be closed once again on January 16 and 17 due to low temperatures. With temperatures forecast in the 60s, Disney has removed operating hours for the park. At this time, Typhoon Lagoon is scheduled to reopen on Tuesday, January 18. The water park reopened on January 2, and has … Read more
Welcome to the merchandise roundup for January 14, 2022. Each day, Walt Disney World releases new merchandise, and we know you don’t want to miss a thing. Join us as we explore everything new at the Magic Kingdom. Castle Bike Shorts- $29.99 We spotted these new bike shorts adorned with colorful castle icons. Blue, white, … Read more
Jiko – The Cooking Place is reopening on February 17, and it looks like new items — and some old favorites — will be on the menu. Walt Disney World updated the restaurant’s menu this evening after the reopening was announced. Appetizers Removed Tibs in Brik Tour of Africa North African-spiced Scallops Mushroom Flatbread Curried … Read more
New this year to the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is a special version of the Points of Light show that takes place nightly on Spaceship Earth. Just announced earlier today, the new show features rainbow lighting to the soundtrack of The Muppets’ “Rainbow Connection.” “Rainbow Connection” is sang by Kermit and Miss Piggy. … Read more
Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can purchase an exclusive design featuring Figment for the 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Annual Passholder Exclusive MagicBand – $39.99 Figment takes center stage on the box, with “Passholder” written across the bottom. This purple band is a limited edition of 1,000. Various artistic images cover the band, … Read more
You can eat your way around the world in style with a new Figment Spork (yes, you read that right!) at the 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Figment Spork – $2.50 This adorable purple spork sports Figment on the top, wielding a paintbrush. The festival logo is printed on the handle. We found … Read more
Our favorite purple dragon finally has his own popcorn bucket! The 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts has begun, and the Figment popcorn bucket has arrived at Pop Eats! Like everyone else on the first day of the festival, we lined up to get Figment. Cast Members were ready for us, with counters full … Read more
We’re here at the 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, checking out all the new merchandise available, including the new MagicBand. 2022 Festival of the Arts MagicBand – $39.99 The design is part of the “make a masterpiece today” collection, featuring Figment, Mickey, and more. The MagicBand is a limited edition of 2,000. The … Read more
Disney has given Annual Passholders a sneak peek at the new exclusive pullover hoodie celebrating the 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. The two-toned gray hoodie has “EPCOT International Festival of the Arts” on the left breast against a background of artwork and iconography. “Passholder” runs down the left sleeve. Disney did not release … Read more
Everyone’s favorite scene-stealing, summer-loving snowman returns to Disney’s Hollywood Studios this weekend as Olaf will be available for character sightings beginning January 15, according to the Walt Disney World website. Celebrity Spotlight, Olaf’s home since 2016, is currently listed as “temporarily unavailable,” but showtimes have been added to the calendar. Olaf will return to Celebrity … Read more
Hiring has begun for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind as the new roller coaster approaches its summer opening. Though external hiring has yet to start, current Cast Members are being invited to apply to transfer to the new ride. No official opening date has been announced. Click here to see our latest construction update.
The Garden Rocks Concert Series is returning for the 2022 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, and today, the full lineup of performers has been released. Last year, local Orlando bands replaced the series, but it returns this year with headliners including Kool & The Gang, Plain White T’s, and Simple Plan. March 4-5 – … Read more
