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SHOP: New Limited Release MagicBands Arrive on shopDisney, Featuring Americana Mickey, Remy, Phineas & Ferb, Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back 40th Anniversary, and More

June 29, 2020

With Walt Disney World announcing that they will soon no longer be offering complimentary MagicBands for resort guests, many a vacation planner may be seeing this as a prime opportunity to stock up on fun new MagicBand designs for their future visits. If the selection of pre-arrival MagicBands available on the resort website aren’t tickling … Read more

Full Overview of Current Disney Park Pass Reservation Availability Through September 2020

June 29, 2020

After an intense week (and weekend) of theme park reservation bookings, it’s time to analyze the current availability of Disney Park Pass reservations, which are now showing limited availability for Passholders as far out as September. As we’ve seen so far, the pattern of Disney’s Hollywood Studios being the park to book up the quickest … Read more

Paddlefish and Terralina Crafted Italian at Disney Springs to Lay Off Over 140 Employees

June 29, 2020

If you’ve been to Disney Springs recently, you’ve noticed that a number of restaurants and retailers have been experiencing slow business due to the rise in COVID-19 cases across the state. With fewer guests traveling and a stark decrease in revenue, two popular Disney Springs restaurants will be cutting hours and terminating employees in the … Read more

Cirque du Soleil’s “Drawn To Life” to Possibly Debut This Fall Despite Bankruptcy Announcement

June 29, 2020

Due to the effects of the COVID-19 and the closure of its theaters and shows worldwide, Cirque du Soleil has filed for bankruptcy. However, in a new statement released to the Orlando Sentinel, Cirque du Soleil has indicated that their all-new production for Disney Springs, titled “Drawn to Life”, could potentially still debut this Fall. … Read more

AMC Theatres Delays Reopening to July 30 After Postponement of “Mulan” and Other Blockbusters

June 29, 2020

According to Deadline, AMC Theatres has delayed their reopening from July 15 to July 30. This follows the announcement of big blockbusters being postponed, including Disney’s live-action Mulan, which will now release August 21. AMC Theatres’ CEO & President Adam Aron spoke to Deadline about the delayed reopening and their dedication to safety. We continue … Read more

Guests with Cancelled Walt Disney World Experience Reservations Can Book Droid Depot, Other Limited Experiences Starting June 30

June 29, 2020

Droid Depot Scrap Metal Parts Policy Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Disneyland Park

Similar to new rebooking windows opening tomorrow for guests with previously-cancelled dining experiences, guests who had previously reserved special experiences like Droid Depot at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, fishing excursions at resorts, and more can rebook starting tomorrow, June 30. Guests must call in to make new reservations. The full update can be found at Walt … Read more

New Details Surface on Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Reopening at Disney’s Hollywood Studios; Including Relaxation Zones, Rise of the Resistance Modifications, and Face Shields for Cast Members

June 29, 2020

For those of you eager to get back to Black Spire Outpost on July 15 with the reopening of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, some new details shared by user yulilin3 on the COVID-19 Operations Info thread of the DISboards may shed light on potential operational changes coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Of course, until Disney … Read more

Garden Grill Restaurant at EPCOT to Reopen with Modified Character Dining Experience

June 29, 2020

A recent update to the Walt Disney World restaurant reopening page brings good news for Character Dining enthusiasts, as Garden Grill Restaurant at EPCOT will be reopening with a “modified” Character Dining experience for guests. Garden Grill, located in The Land Pavilion at EPCOT, features a rotating dining room with Chip & Dale, as well … Read more

Oga’s Cantina Removed From Official Restaurant Reopening List at Walt Disney World

June 29, 2020

While originally on the official list of restaurants reopening at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on July 15, it seems the popular space dive, Oga’s Cantina, has since been removed. Since its grand opening, Oga’s Cantina has been infamous for its tight quarters, limited seating, and dark, boisterous interior. Given these conditions, it might take a few … Read more

Walt Disney World Dining Reservations Opening on June 30 for Guests with Prior Cancelled Reservations

June 29, 2020June 29, 2020

Walt Disney World has updated its Restaurant Reopening and Dining page with new information for guests looking to make dining reservations. Guests with dining reservations cancelled during the closure can make new dining reservations starting on June 30. It had been previously stated that guests with prior (cancelled) reservations would receive priority in re-booking new … Read more

Cirque du Soleil Files for Bankruptcy as Result of COVID-19 Pandemic; No Strategy for Show Reopenings

June 29, 2020

After laying off 95% of its employees in mid-March due to the effects of the COVID-19 and the closure of its theaters and shows worldwide, Cirque du Soleil has filed for bankruptcy. The company has announced that it is seeking debt restructuring protection under the Canadian Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA). The company has not … Read more

Cast Member Preview Registration for Walt Disney World Reopening Opens on July 1

July 1, 2020June 29, 2020

Cast Members both back at work and still furloughed will soon have the opportunity to choose one theme park to visit on special reopening preview days. Registration for the previews begins on July 1. Cast Members will be able to register to visit ONE park on the following dates: July 7-8: Magic Kingdom Park and Disney’s … Read more

PHOTOS: New “The Haunted Mansion” Madame Leota Tombstone Stocking Materializes in Disney Springs

June 29, 2020

Disney’s Days of Christmas in Disney Springs is the one-stop shop for all things festive and merry. However, if your aura prefers the more foreboding or, shall we say, if you’re more ‘Happy Haunts‘ than ‘Happy Christmas’, this brand-new “The Haunted Mansion” stocking we caught lurking on the shelves may just be up your alley. … Read more

BREAKING: Annual Passholder Preview Registration Now Open for Walt Disney World Reopening

June 29, 2020June 29, 2020

UPDATE: As of noon today, the Annual Passholder Preview event has reached capacity and registration is now closed. Annual Passholders, get ready to return to the magic! Registration is now open for Walt Disney World reopening previews. You can access registration via the following link: https://event-registration.disneyparks.disney.go.com/disneyworld Upon accessing the link, you will be taken to … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Track Installation Continues for Jurassic Park’s “Velocicoaster” at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

June 29, 2020

Another day, another update as work continues at Island of Adventure’s yet-to-be-announced “Velocicoaster.” We’ve been incredibly impressed by how quickly this coaster has come together, so let’s take a look at the latest progress. We’ll start by checking out the progress from across the lagoon, where we see pieces of banking track leading up the … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tokyo Disney Resort Previews Social Distancing Methods Ahead of July 1st Reopening

June 29, 2020

It’s almost time for Tokyo Disney Resort to return to making magic every day! But before the resort opens, a few things have to be confirmed, like safety and social distancing measures. In this effort, the Tokyo Disney Resort hosted a media event for newspapers and TV crews today, along with releasing three YouTube videos … Read more