Katie Francis 
All four Walt Disney World theme park icons are transforming to celebrate the 50th anniversary this October 1, but Spaceship Earth debuted its new look as a Beacon of Magic early this evening. The points of light installed around the geodesic dome bring the Beacon of Magic to life. After Harmonious, Spaceship Earth lit up … Read more
For the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World, a new float has joined the Electrical Water Pageant. The shining parade across the Seven Seas Lagoon has a new scene: Cinderella Castle, featuring fireworks and a sparkling 50th logo. The 50th anniversary theme song, “The Magic is Calling” is also played during the pageant. Fireworks burst … Read more
WDWNT invites all current and former Cast Members to join our livestream for The Golden Jamboree — a celebration of 50 years of vacation magic at Walt Disney World on October 2 & 3. Hear from Disney Legends, former Imagineers, see the reunion of the cast of the Comedy Warehouse & the Adventurers Club, and … Read more
The nation’s premier Halloween event has risen from the dead and returned full force for the 2021 season at Universal Orlando. Halloween Horror Nights 30 is well underway at Universal Studios Florida, and we’ve got your full guide to the event. From ticket and tour details to full reviews on houses and scare zones, this … Read more
The Main Street Cinema at the Magic Kingdom reopened today, debuting its display for the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Vault Collection merchandise. While we saw the bulk of the items arrive yesterday at Disney Springs, we still found a few new items to show you. Retro Lunchbox Loungefly Crossbody Bag – $70 One side … Read more
The first of the Walt Disney World 50th anniversary celebration food items has arrived at the Magic Kingdom. The Adventureland cart is now serving up new 50th Celebration Spring Rolls. The 50th Celebration Spring Rolls replace the Buffalo Chicken Spring Rolls on the menu. 50th Celebration Spring Rolls – $9.50 Pastrami and Pepper Jack served … Read more
Disney announced today that the next Star Wars series, “The Book of Boba Fett” will make its Disney+ debut on December 29, 2021. The series, a spinoff from “The Mandalorian,” will follow infamous bounty hunter Boba Fett (Temuera Morrison) and Fennec Shand (Ming-Na Wen). Director Robert Rodriguez (“Spy Kids”) will helm the series.
After delaying the 40% holiday discount until December, Disney has now informed Cast Members that their standard discount will not be applicable for any of the Walt Disney World 50th anniversary Vault Collection items. Disney noted the discount would be available in the future but did not specify a time frame. Editors’ note: This article … Read more
Dining rotations will now be listed on the Disney Cruise Line Navigator App rather than printed on the Key to the World cards, as of October 1. Guests aboard Disney Cruise Line ships will need to utilize the Navigator App for all dining information, including restaurant rotations, arrival times, table numbers, menus, and dress codes. … Read more
Members of Alberta Bound have announced their return to the Canada Pavilion at EPCOT beginning this Friday, October 1. The band last performed in March 2020 before the parks closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They join Sergio the Italian Juggler and the Matsuriza Taiko Drummers, who will also return to EPCOT on October 1. … Read more
Sergio the Italian Juggler, a fan-favorite entertainment staple at EPCOT, is returning on October 1. Sergio’s act was one of many entertainment offerings at EPCOT yet to return after the COVID-19 closure last March. Now, the Walt Disney World website lists showtimes for the mime beginning October 1. The Matsuriza Taiko drummers are also returning … Read more
The October 1 premiere of Disney KiteTails is quickly approaching, and the Discovery River Amphitheater is seeing more preparation each day. Yesterday, we showed you the new character banners over the seating. Today, we noticed that the benches are being refurbished as well. They appear to be working from the top down. The benches at … Read more
For those looking for the finishing touches for a Halloween costume, a new Tinker Bell headband and wand are now available in the Creations Shop at EPCOT. Tinker Bell Headband – $17.95 The golden headband is decorated with purple and green gems. A purple flower sits on top. Ribbons extended from the headband. Tinker Bell … Read more
Two new tops have arrived in the Mexico Pavilion at EPCOT, including a Jersey-style polo t-shirt and a jacket. Mexico Pavilion Jersey-style Polo – $59.99 This soccer jersey-style polo tee has “Mexico” across the front, along with a red “82” representing the grand opening of EPCOT in 1982, and Mickey in the colors of the … Read more
Three pins from the Disney Rainbow Collection that debuted online for Pride Month this year have now arrived in the Creations Shop at EPCOT, so you can keep the celebration going all year long. Each pin features a Mickey head icon with the colors of different Pride flags. The pins feature three of the different … Read more
Halloween Horror Nights 30 has begun, and specially themed food options are available across Universal Studios Florida. A food booth themed to Wicked Growth: Realm of the Pumpkin is located near the bridge from London to Krustyland. Wicked Growth-themed Booth Menu
