Extended Evening Hours Returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studios

The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at Disney's Hollywood Studios

Extended Evening Hours will return to Disney’s Hollywood Studios this fall at Walt Disney World. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Extended Evening Hours Beginning on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, guests staying at select resort hotels can enjoy extended evening hours at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on select nights. On September 25, the theme park will be open from … Read more

New Mickey Beignet Loungefly & Tervis Tumblers at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort

Left image: Blue and gold Disney-themed backpack with "Beignet All Day" text. Right image: Clear travel tumbler with "Scat Cat's Live Jazz" logo and decorative jazz-themed design.

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter has a new Mickey beignet Loungefly backpack, as well as two new Tervis tumblers inspired by Scat Cat’s Club and “The Princess and the Frog.” These are available in Jackson Square Gifts & Desires. Mickey Beignet Loungefly Mini Backpack – $88 The Mickey beignet Loungefly backpack is blue with … Read more

Newborn Zebra Foal Joins Kilimanjaro Safaris Herd at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

A young zebra with black and white stripes is lying down on sandy ground, facing the camera with ears perked up, as if posing for an auto draft photo.

A newborn Hartmann’s mountain zebra foal has joined the herd at Kilimanjaro Safaris in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Zebra Foal at Animal Kingdom Dr. Mark Penning, VP of Disney’s Animals, Science & Environment, announced the foal on Instagram. She’s the second-born to mom Juno, after Cricket, who was born last year. Guests can see the whole … Read more

2024 Dates Announced for Minnie’s Halloween Dine & Holiday Dine at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Minnie's Halloween Dine and Holiday Dine: Two images of Minnie Mouse in different outfits. On the left, she is in a Halloween costume with a witch hat and pumpkin dress; on the right, she wears a red dress with a large red bow.

2024 dates have been announced for Minnie’s Halloween Dine and Holiday Dine at Hollywood & Vine in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Minnie’s Halloween Dine & Holiday Dine Hollywood & Vine hosts Minnie’s Seasonal Dine featuring appearances by Minnie, Mickey, Goofy, and Pluto during lunch and dinner. The restaurant rotates between different seasonal decor and character costumes … Read more

Carousel of Progress Gets Brand-New 1970s-Style Seating

A curved auditorium with rows of cushioned, 1970s-style seating in vibrant colors and patterns, including red, yellow, and orange. The dark blue wall behind the seats contrasts with the white ceiling adorned with a few air vents, reminiscent of a Carousel of Progress scene.

Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom has new 1970s-style seating. New Carousel of Progress Seats There are seven rows of seats in each Carousel of Progress theater. All chairs have been replaced in one of the six theaters and we expect the seats in the other theaters to be replaced soon. … Read more

First Look at Exclusive Disney Jollywood Nights Merchandise Featuring Ollie

A collage of Jollywood Nights Merchandise featuring a shoulder bag, a red sweatshirt, a framed ornament, mouse ears headband with a gingerbread theme, and a collectible Disney pin.

WESH 2 offered a first look at the exclusive Disney Jollywood Nights merchandise that will be available during the event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this year. Disney Jollywood Nights Merchandise Featuring Ollie The exclusive Jollywood Nights merchandise that will be available at this year’s event features the event’s mascot, Ollie. Ollie is a gingerbread man … Read more

New ‘Descendants: The Rise of Red’ Exhibit at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Two costumes are displayed in a glass case. The one on the left is blue with silver accents, while the right one, dubbed "Rise of Red," is red with black accents. A plaque with a description is situated between them.

A new exhibit featuring costumes and props from the upcoming Disney+ original film “Descendants: The Rise of Red” has been added at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. “Descendants: The Rise of Red” Exhibit This exhibit can be found within the rotating gallery space inside Walt Disney Presents. An “Inside Out 2” sneak peek and exhibit were also … Read more

Summer House on the Lake & More Disney World Restaurants Participating in 2024 ‘Magical Dining’ Deals

People standing in front of Summer House on the Lake restaurant on a cloudy day, admiring its white exterior and the teal awning gracefully draped over the entrance.

Several Walt Disney World Resort restaurants are participating in this year’s Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining presented by Orlando Health. Walt Disney World Restaurants Participating in Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining is an annual six-week event where restaurants offer three-course, prix-fixe dinners at discounted prices. This year, the Magical Dining menus are available … Read more

Peter Pan’s Flight Closed for Refurbishment at Magic Kingdom

People walk outside the "Peter Pan's Flight" ride at a theme park, with colorful medieval-themed building decor and signs. A woman pushes a stroller while others around her are in casual clothing.

The wildly popular Peter Pan’s Flight closed today in the Magic Kingdom for an extended refurbishment that is expected to last for several months. Brown construction walls surround the entrance of the attraction. Currently, no visible facade work has started yet. PPG Paints branded signs adorn the construction walls. Each sign features a different quote … Read more

Cinderella Castle Stage Shows Canceled for 3 Weeks

Let the Magic Begin stage show in front of Cinderella Castle with 50th anniversary decorations

“Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire” and “Let the Magic Begin” will not be performed for the next three weeks, as a Cinderella Castle stage refurbishment takes place. Cinderella Castle Stage Refurbishment at Magic Kingdom Two stage shows that take place in front of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom will not be performed due to a stage … Read more

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure to Operate During Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

A young woman with curly hair and freckles looks closely at a large green creature with a bulbous nose and wide eyes through a forested scene.

The operating hours for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure have changed to include the dates and times of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Operating Hours During Halloween Party While looking through the hours of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, we noticed that a section has been added for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Now guests will see “Today’s … Read more

New Minnie Mouse and Tinker Bell Shirts Available at Magic Kingdom

Two T-shirts on hangers displayed on a wooden rack: one black with a Minnie Mouse graphic and "Walt Disney World" text, and one light green with Tinker Bell graphic also featuring "Walt Disney World" text.

New retro style T-shirts adorned with Minnie Mouse and Tinker Bell have found their way to the Emporium at Magic Kingdom. Minnie Mouse Shirts Women’s Gray Minnie Mouse T-Shirt – $39.99 This Scoop-neck shirt features the original 1971 Walt Disney World logo, along with a retro Minnie Mouse design. Women’s Black Minnie Mouse T-Shirt – … Read more

Cast Member Previews Announced for Country Bear Musical Jamboree

Three animatronic bears in pink cowgirl outfits are performing. They have brown fur, pink hats, and vibrant outfits with white accents. The background is dark, highlighting the bears.

The new Country Bear Musical Jamboree is debuting at Magic Kingdom on July 17, but Cast Member previews will take place next week. Magic Kingdom Cast Members can see the Country Bear Musical Jamboree before it officially opens, with previews to be held on July 10 and 12. At this time, only Magic Kingdom Cast … Read more