Though overall revenue remains below what it was before the COVID-19 pandemic, the theme parks division of The Walt Disney Company has doubled its revenue from the fourth quarter of 2020 to 2021. The table above shows revenue in millions. At the end of the quarter in October 2020, Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products had … Read more
Comcast, the company behind NBCUniversal, has released its third-quarter earnings report. Journalist Ashley Carter shared the theme park results on Twitter this morning. Universal theme parks have shown significant growth from 2020 to 2021. This was particularly driven by Universal Orlando Resort. Regarding the theme park division, Comcast CFO Mike Cavanaugh stated, “We are encouraged … Read more
It’s really not so scary! Especially when you know where to go in the midst of the spooky haze. The spirits have received our sympathetic vibrations and bestowed upon us the map for Disney After Hours BOO BASH! Disney After Hours BOO BASH Map & Guide The map/guide tells guests what attractions and such will … Read more
The Jurassic World VelociCoaster has hatched lots of new merchandise at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Now one of our favorite collectible items is available. A new pressed penny celebrates the grand opening of the new coaster. We found the Jurassic World VelociCoaster Grand Opening pressed penny in a machine located near the restrooms. Three different … Read more
Disney has not announced the return of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party for 2021, instead revealing a new Halloween-themed Disney After Hours event coming this fall to Magic Kingdom Park! “Disney After Hours BOO BASH” will take place on select nights, Aug. 10 – Oct. 31, 2021, from 9 p.m. to midnight. Spooky festivities will include Halloween-themed … Read more
After over a year of closure, the theme parks of the Disneyland Resort are set to reopen under California’s revised guidelines in late April 2021. Bob Chapek announced at today’s Annual Shareholder Meeting that Disney is planning for a late April reopening of both Disneyland Park and Disney’s California Adventure. Theme parks can reopen starting … Read more
The unlikeliest team of heroes this side of Xandar are gearing up for another round, as Marvel Studios’ Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is set to begin filming later this year. Director James Gunn confirmed the news on Twitter Friday afternoon. Gunn famously was fired from the project in July 2018 after old tweets … Read more
With Sunday’s big game kicking off just down the road, Disney, like many others, is gearing up for the excitement of Super Bowl weekend. That being said, Walt Disney World has announced that they will not host the annual Super Bowl parade down Main Street U.S.A. at Magic Kingdom Park this year. Disney will continue the time-honored … Read more
Another day at Downtown Disney and California Adventure has given us the opportunity to share a bunch of new pieces of merchandise with you. There are a lot of new things to see at Disneyland Resort, so let’s get to it! Disneyland Long Sleeve – $44.99 This two-toned long sleeve shirt has the Disneyland “D” … Read more
Dated 2021 merchandise continues to arrive at Walt Disney World. Today we found a new Matchbox Disney Parks bus. We were visiting Disney’s Contemporary Resort, but the toy should soon be available in many Walt Disney World retail locations. 2021 Disney Parks Matchbox Toy Bus — $14.99 The black bus is covered with colorful graphics … Read more
It’s going to be a slow download to get to The Grid in the Magic Kingdom. In a new piece from USA Today showcasing the offerings coming to Disney Parks in 2021 and beyond, it’s been confirmed that TRON Lightcycle / Run won’t open during Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary later this year. The report, … Read more
New 2021 merchandise continues to arrive at Walt Disney World. If you’re looking for a little more new year cheer, check out this new cup and snow globe. 2021 Cup – $19.99 This cup features the same 2021 design we’re used to, with Mickey and his friends in bright color blocks. You’ll spot the Walt … Read more
Though Magic Kingdom officially closed at 11:00 PM last night, guests hung around in front of Cinderella Castle until midnight. After the holiday projections were turned off and all of the lands were closed, guests waited in the Hub for their own magical New Year’s Eve moment. Though there weren’t fireworks, they still managed to … Read more
Ring in 2021 with WDWNT! Today, we’ll have several livestreams counting down to the new year, so check out the full schedule below. 2:00 PM – EPCOT Livestream with Tom on WDWNT’s YouTube Channel First, you’ll be able to watch Tom live at EPCOT this afternoon beginning at 2:00 PM ET. You can go directly … Read more
We’ve already spotted some 2021 apparel, ear headbands, and more merchandise at Disneyland Resort. Now even more 2021 items have arrived at Downtown Disney District. 2021 Tank Top – $34.99 2021 Tee – $36.99 2021 Large Photo Album – $24.99 2021 Small Photo Album – $19.99 2021 License Plate Frame – $12.99 2021 Bucket Hat … Read more
Happy (almost) new year! With 2021 fast approaching, it’s time to get your New Year gear ready for those midnight celebrations. Walt Disney World has plenty of apparel to choose from, for adults and kids alike, plus some other merchandise. 2021 ID Holder – $17.99 2021 Minnie Mouse Baby Onesie – $19.99 2021 Youth Minnie … Read more