Zach Riddley Promoted to Walt Disney Imagineering Global Creative Strategy Executive

Zach Riddley with the Mandalorian

Zach Riddley, the Imagineer who led the years-long overhaul of EPCOT, has been promoted to Global Creative Strategy Executive for Walt Disney Imagineering. Riddley announced his promotion on LinkedIn. His previous job title was Portfolio Executive. In 2017, he was promoted to that position to oversee the EPCOT reimagining. In 2021, he also became Portfolio … Read more

D23 Hosting ‘Hocus Pocus’ 30th Anniversary Ball in Salem This October

D23, the official Disney fan club, will host the Black Flame Ball this October in honor of 30 years of “Hocus Pocus.” D23 Black Flame Ball: Spell-ebrating 30 Years of ‘Hocus Pocus’ The ball will take place on October 7, 2023, at Hawthorne Hotel in Salem, MA. Tickets are $229 (+$7 processing fee) for Gold Members … Read more

Halloween Horror Nights 32 Lil’ Boo Merchandise Now Available Online

The new Halloween Horror Nights 32 Lil’ Boo backpack and more Lil’ Boo merchandise is now available on the Universal Orlando Resort website. If you’re not familiar with Lil’ Boo, the unofficial icon beloved by fans debuted originally in The Wicked Growth: Realm of the Pumpkin at Halloween Horror Nights 30. The façade featured dozens … Read more

PHOTOS: Universal Studios Japan Hosting ‘Shibuya Scream’ Event Ahead of Halloween Horror Nights 2023, Japanese Singer ano Makes Appearance on First Night

To celebrate this year’s Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Japan, a special offering is being held ahead of the haunt event, called “Shibuya Scream – Halloween Horror Nights.” Shibuya Scream starts today, August 17, and will run through Saturday, August 19. The event will be held at Shibuya Stream, a hub of youth communication. … Read more

PHOTOS: More ‘The Last of Us’ Theming, Dark Zodiac Banners, & Chucky Food Booth at Universal Studios Florida for Halloween Horror Nights 32

Halloween Horror Nights 32 begins September 1 and Universal Studios Florida is preparing for the spooky season with various decorations throughout the park. More scare zone props arrived this week, along with themed food booths. Dr. Oddfellow’s Collection of Horror Guests will enter Halloween Horror Nights 32 through the Dr. Oddfellow’s Collection of Horror scare … Read more

New ‘Moments-Go-Round’ Customizable Mickey-Shaped Displays Now Available at Tokyo Disney Resort

The customizable Mickey-shaped “Moments-Go-Round” display items announced a few weeks ago are now available at Tokyo Disney Resort. This collection celebrates the 40th anniversary of Tokyo Disney Resort by letting guests put together their own commemorative display piece inspired by their favorite attractions and characters. ‘Moments-Go-Round’ The “Moments-Go-Round” collection is available at Planet M in … Read more

Disney Lorcana May Not Release at Disneyland & Walt Disney World Tomorrow, Will Still Be Available at Times Square Disney Store & Local Gaming Shops

The highly anticipated release of the new Disney Lorcana trading card game is upon us, as the game officially hits specialty gaming store shelves tomorrow, August 18; however, a new announcement has fans wondering if the game will be available for purchase on launch day at the Disney Parks. Disney Lorcana Launching Tomorrow Starting tomorrow, … Read more

PHOTOS: Villain-Con Minion Blast Now Accepting Express, Minion Cafe Sign Completed, & V6 App-Interactive Medallions Added at Universal Studios Florida

Bello! Minion Land is officially open at Universal Studios Florida. This newly rethemed area of the park consists of several dining and shopping locations, a character meet and greet, and a brand new attraction, Villain-Con Minion Blast. The land had been going through technical rehearsals in phases over the summer, but now that Minion Land … Read more