Anniversary Archives

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tinker Bell, Fawn, King Louie, and Baloo Meet and Greets at Disney’s Animal Kingdom 25th Anniversary Earth Day Celebration

April 16, 2023April 16, 2023

Tinker Bell and Fawn meet and greet at Animal Kingdom

Some unique characters have made an appearance at Disney’s Animal Kingdom today as festivities for Earth Day and the park’s 25th anniversary begin. Tinker Bell, Fawn, King Louie, and Baloo are all greeting guests this morning. They can all be found on Discovery Island, across from Pizzafari and and beside the gardens surrounding the Tree … Read more

SHOP: New Loungefly Crossbody, Dress, Skirt and Top Celebrate “Fantasia’s” 80th Anniversary, Include Sorcerer’s Apprentice Pin

November 22, 2020

Fantasia premiered November 13, 1940. Loungefly has released a new line celebrating the innovative animated film’s 80th anniversary. A crossbody bag, long-sleeved dress, skirt, and fashion top are part of the brand’s Stitch Shoppe collection. The line is currently available on Loungefly’s website. Each item comes with a coordinating Apprentice Mickey Spellbook enamel pin which … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Restaurants Reopen in Magic Kingdom, Disneyland Readies for Eventual Reopening, Labor Day Crowds Descend on Both Coasts, Fall Treats and Merch Come to Walt Disney World, and More!

September 6, 2020

Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from August 30 to September 6, 2020. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom We ventured into the … Read more

Disney Parks Blog Salutes Muppet*Vision 3D at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on its 29th Anniversary

May 16, 2020

If you know about “a salute to all nations but mostly America” or “the spirit of 3-D,” you’re probably a fan of Muppet*Vision 3D at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. So are the folks at Disney Parks Blog, who saluted the long-running attraction on its 29th anniversary today! From Disney Parks Blog: Today is a special one … Read more

Celebrate 50 Years of The Walt Disney Archives in 2020 with Traveling Museum Exhibit

September 11, 2019

Inside the Walt Disney Archives is a museum exhibit that celebrates 50 Years of Preserving Disney History

In 2020, The Walt Disney Archives will be celebrating its 50th anniversary. To commemorate this momentous occasion, the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana, CA will be hosting a new exhibit filled with relics of the company’s rich history. The exhibit, titled “Inside The Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Preserving the Magic,” will span 10,000 … Read more

“it’s a small world” at Magic Kingdom Adding Disney Characters to the Attraction for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary

August 5, 2019

With Walt Disney World closing in on its 50th anniversary in 2021, many classic Magic Kingdom attractions are set to go through some changes and refurbishments before the big celebration kicks off. The long-rumored addition of Disney film characters to “it’s a small world” will apparently come to fruition just ahead of the golden anniversary … Read more

Disney on Broadway 25th Anniversary Concert Being Held at the 2019 D23 Expo, New VR Experience to Debut

June 29, 2019

Disney on Broadway Celebrates 25 years during D23 Expo

Disney on Broadway is returning to D23 Expo next month for its 25th anniversary. To celebrate this momentous occasion, some of Broadway’s biggest stars will be presenting an exclusive concert during the expo. Not only that, but fans will be able to transport themselves directly to some of Disney’s greatest Broadway shows through a new … Read more

Disney Announces Parade, Special Food and Merchandise for Hollywood Studios 30th Anniversary on May 1st

April 17, 2019

Disney has just announced some of the special events and merchandise that will be revealed for Disney’s Hollywood Studios 30th Anniversary, taking place May 1, 2019. This is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the past, present, and the new, exciting future of Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Take a look at all that’s to come! View a … Read more

Celebrate One Year of Paddlefish With $1 Oysters

July 14, 2018February 3, 2018

An assortment of oysters at Paddlefish located in Disney Springs

This Sunday marks the one year anniversary of Paddlefish at Disney Springs, and to celebrate guests can enjoy $1 oysters. On Sunday, February 4 only, Paddlefish will be honoring this special $1 oysters offer to guests that mention “Happy Anniversary” during their visit. This is the restaurant team’s way of saying “thank you” for a … Read more

Happy Belated 57th Birthday Disneyland!

June 11, 2018July 22, 2012

From Erin Glover of the Disney Parks Blog: Today we celebrated 57 years of magic at the Disneyland Resort! This afternoon, Disney characters filled Town Square, balloons in hand, to sing “Happy Birthday To You” with Disneyland park guests. All of us at the Disneyland Resort are proud to celebrate 57 years of creating happiness. I wanted to share … Read more