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New Disney World Christmas Merchandise Includes Stitch Collection, Sweaters, Wishables Advent Calendar, & More

October 30, 2024

A selection of festive Disney Christmas merchandise, including a sweater with a blue alien character, holiday stockings, a Christmas-themed headband, and themed plush toys and decor.

World of Disney at Disney Springs has decorated for the 2024 holiday season and debuted even more Christmas merchandise. We also found some of these items at EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. 2024 Christmas Merchandise Themes of this year’s collections are “Delivering Holiday Magic” and “Making Christmas Magical.” Purchase-with-Purchase Chip ‘n’ Dale Tote – $24.99 … Read more

Disney’s Grand Floridian Gingerbread House Mostly Covered in Sweet Siding and Shingles

October 30, 2024

This spacious, well-lit building showcases a large, detailed gingerbread house display complete with intricate railings and decor, making it an ideal centerpiece for visitors seeking festive inspiration.

Work on Disney’s Grand Floridian gingerbread house is progressing quickly, with the front of the house nearly completely covered in gingerbread siding. Grand Floridian Gingerbread House Progress The gingerbread house is located in the lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. The gingerbread house framework was completed on Tuesday morning and we saw the … Read more

RUMOR: Jellyrolls Piano Bar Set to Close at Disney’s BoardWalk

October 29, 2024

The exterior of a building glows at night with the lit "JELLYROLLS" sign and a red canopy, hinting at its lively character. Other neon signs flicker in the background, suggesting hints of stories like JellyRolls' recent PPP loan whispers circulating in the air.

The popular piano bar Jellyrolls at Disney’s BoardWalk is reportedly closing in 2025. Jellyrolls Piano Bar Reportedly Closing Sources indicate that Jellyrolls will close on or around January 1, 2025, to make way for a new, Disney-operated Jazz club as part of the larger ongoing overhaul of the BoardWalk area. Recent years have seen many … Read more

New Permit Reveals Demolition Plans for DinoLand USA Transformation Into Tropical Americas Expansion

October 29, 2024October 28, 2024

Aerial view of a park with a "Project Area" label pointing to a section. Surrounding greenery, roads, and water bodies are visible.

Walt Disney Imagineering has filed a new permit for Pueblo Esperanza, the Tropical Americas expansion coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This new filing includes a site demolition plan. New Permit Filed for Tropical Americas Expansion Filed with the South Florida Water Management District, this new permit largely goes over “infrastructure modifications to support the re-theming” … Read more

Madame Leota Tiki Mug Now Available from Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Walt Disney World

October 28, 2024

Sculpted head with intricate hair on a decorative pedestal, surrounded by red fabric and green lighting.

The Madame Leota tiki mug just released at Disneyland Resort over the weekend is making its way to Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Walt Disney World… today! Madame Leota Tiki Mug at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto According to the announcement post on Instagram, the mug will be available for purchase from Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto … Read more

Park Hours and Fireworks Schedule Released for New Year’s Eve 2025 at Walt Disney World

December 26, 2024October 28, 2024

Walt Disney World has released the park hours for New Year’s Eve 2025, as well as the fireworks schedule for the year-end festivities. New Year’s Eve 2025 Park Hours Magic Kingdom will be open from 9 a.m. to midnight on December 30 and 31, with early entry at 8:30 a.m. The “Fantasy in the Sky” … Read more

OluKai Hawaiian Islands-Inspired Shoe Brand to Open Store at Disney Springs

October 28, 2024

A new Hawaiian islands-inspired shoe brand, OluKai, is set to open a new shop in Disney Springs, taking over the former Sanuk location. OluKai Coming to Disney Springs According to WDWMagic, OluKai will move into the space previously occupied by Sanuk, which closed in August 2024 after nearly 10 years of operation. The storefront is … Read more

WATCH PARKSCENTER — More Disney Price Hikes, Cake Bake Shop Opens, and Tiana Previews at Disneyland

October 27, 2024

An annual pass holder card, dollar bills, and a theme park castle backdrop, with text reading "The Price of Magic Just Went Up!" capture the essence of ParksCenter's latest updates.

Join us live tonight, Sunday, October 27, at 9:00 p.m. ET, or watch ParksCenter anytime on WDWNT.TV. We update you on all of the big things happening in the Disney Parks each week! We cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that are top of mind for the Disney community—all … Read more

Disney Princesses Freeze & Fall After ‘Fantasmic!’ Barges Collide, But The Show Still Continues

October 26, 2024

A nighttime parade float reminiscent of Fantasmic! boasts illuminated characters and wave designs, gliding through the dark, with silhouetted onlookers mesmerized by the spectacle.

A video shared to Instagram by @the.worden.fam, shows the moment that two barges crashed into each other during one of the October 25 performances of “Fantasmic!” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Two Fantasmic! Barges Crash On October 25, two barges crashed into each other during “Fantasmic!” at Walt Disney World. One barge carried Prince Eric and … Read more

Stitch Vampire Popcorn Bucket Now Available During Daytime Hours at Disney World

October 26, 2024

A blue toy figure in a playful costume clutches a small pumpkin bucket. Nearby, a hand presents a striped box labeled "Fresh Popcorn" reminiscent of a classic vampire popcorn bucket. Lush green foliage sets the scene, capturing the whimsical charm reminiscent of Disney World adventures during daytime hours.

The Stitch Vampire popcorn bucket, which was previously available during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, is now available at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. We found it at multiple popcorn carts throughout the theme park, including the ones by Creature Comforts and “It’s Tough to Be a Bug!” Stitch Vampire Popcorn Bucket – $26.50 If you’ve been looking … Read more

First Decorations Arrive for Final DinoLand U.S.A. Christmas Celebration

October 26, 2024

A large dinosaur skeleton model is displayed on a red iron bridge against a clear blue sky, adorned with festive decorations, adding a touch of Christmas magic to Dinoland U.S.A.

On our visit to Disney’s Animal Kingdom today, October 26, we discovered that Christmas lights have started to go up in DinoLand U.S.A., as the land prepares for its final holiday celebration. Dinoland U.S.A. Christmas Decorations DinoLand U.S.A. is preparing to celebrate its final Christmas season, as many attractions are scheduled to close in early … Read more

Giant Mozzarella Stick Is a Fun New Option from Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs at Walt Disney World

October 25, 2024

A person holds a corn dog with cheese pulling apart, next to a bag of chips and ketchup, with a waterfront view in the background.

Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs has unveiled its newest menu item: the Giant Mozzarella Stick! It’s only available for a limited time, so we raced over to try it for ourselves. The new item was first teased on social media earlier this week, with the reveal shared today, Friday, October 25. The Giant Mozzarella Stick is … Read more

Sabrina Carpenter Meets Mickey Mouse at Magic Kingdom

October 25, 2024

A person posing playfully with a Mickey Mouse character.

Between Short n’ Sweet Tour performances, pop star Sabrina Carpenter visited Magic Kingdom and met Mickey Mouse. Sabrina Carpenter Meets Mickey Mouse Carpenter posted a photo of her with Mickey to her Instagram story. Disney Parks re-shared the picture, which was taken at Mickey’s Town Square Theater meet and greet, so the mouse was dressed … Read more

REVIEW: Cake Bake Shop Restaurant Now Open at Disney’s BoardWalk & It’s Not The Worst Value

June 16, 2025October 24, 2024

Collage of dishes from a cake bake shop: Key lime pie, a plate with mozzarella, tomatoes, and bread, a cocktail with a lime slice, and a burger with a cross-section showing the patty and toppings.

The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers had its soft opening on Thursday, October 24, 2024. After touring the bakery earlier today, we stopped by the restaurant to try some of the location’s dinner items. Exterior The Cake Bake Shop has a bakery side and a restaurant side. Though the locations have different menus and … Read more

REVIEW: We Paid $93 for 4 Slices from Cake Bake Shop at Disney’s BoardWalk, Was It Worth It?

October 24, 2024

Two people stand before a backdrop adorned with cake slices and dollar bills. The text reads "Cake Bake Shop Cakes Review," celebrating the bakery's delicious offerings.

With The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers now soft-opened, we grabbed a few cake slices to try from the bakery. Our total was $93 for just four slices… was it worth it? Keep reading to find out. Exterior The Cake Bake Shop soft opened on Thursday, October 24, 2024, starting with the bakery side … Read more

FULL TOUR of The Cake Bake Shop Bakery by Gwendolyn Rogers at Disney World

October 24, 2024

The elegant interior of this cake bake shop features chandeliers and glass display cases filled with desserts. Decorative items add charm, while pink velvet ropes guide customer flow smoothly through the sweet allure.

After lengthy delays, The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers has opened at Walt Disney World. After several private previews, the bakery soft opened on Thursday, October 24. The bakery and restaurant are expected to fully open on Friday, October 25. The franchise has two locations in Indiana — one in Carmel and one in … Read more