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Scheduled September Closures for Pin Central and Art of Disney Delayed at Epcot

September 7, 2019

When a wave of closures at Epcot was announced back in early July, the park’s devoted fan base quaked, and while today still marks the end for many beloved Epcot locations, like the Fountain of Nations, Club Cool, and yes, even Fountain View, it seems a select few other locations are getting a bit of … Read more

PHOTOS: Limited Edition Silver Disney Dollar Released at Art of Disney Locations in Walt Disney World

August 5, 2019August 5, 2019

Yes, Disney Dollars were retired a few years ago, but the Art of Disney has been trying to find ways to continue to sell the now-defunct Disney-exclusive currency. At different points, you could have bought uncut sheets of the retired Mickey cash, or even bought one retired bill mounted to a metal figurine. Well, now … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Epcot 7/4/19 (A Look at Upcoming Closures, IllumiNations Farewell Ears, and Construction Updates!)

July 4, 2019

Welcome to Epcot! Big changes are afoot in the near future. I figured I’d take a lap around the park, see what’s new, and point out what areas are going to be changing or going away later in the year. Let’s go! Future World Changes One of the many locations scheduled to close on September … Read more

Art of Disney Moving to The American Adventure, Disney Alludes to New Starbucks Location at Epcot

September 7, 2019July 2, 2019

Seeing as though Fountain View, Epcot’s Starbucks location, and the Art of Disney store are closing to make way for Project Gamma demolition, it appears Disney is offering temporary solutions to the loss of such popular food and beverage and merchandise locations. Disney has alluded that Starbucks will be moved to a “temporary location” later … Read more

Permanent Future World Festival Center and Beer Garden, New Starbucks, Water Maze, and More Coming to Epcot for “Project Gamma”

April 8, 2019

Concept art of an aerial view of EPCOT at night, featuring numerous futuristic structures, illuminated pathways, colorful lights, and water features as part of Project Gamma.

While a new entrance area, Experience Center, and more has already been announced for the massive overhaul of Epcot, Disney has remained quiet about the future of Innoventions Plaza and the center of Future World since showing off some very early concept art at the 2017 D23 Expo. What you see above has changed tremendously … Read more

PHOTOS: Preview All the New Disney Art You Can Buy at the Epcot International Festival of the Arts 2019!

January 17, 2019

Everyone knows that unlike Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival, the Festival of the Arts is for the true Epcot sophisticate. While it rarely receives as much hype as Epcot’s headlining event, it’s truly an amazing festival. Complete with inspired activities, great food, and tons of art to gaze at and fawn over, Epcot’s Festival of … Read more

PHOTOS: Mickey Through The Years Collection Celebrates The Mouse’s Theme Park Connections

January 7, 2019

This is a big year for Mickey Mouse. He’s getting an all-new outfit for his newest celebration and his very own attraction in what is known as the heart of Disney’s Hollywood Studios. So it’d only make sense that Disney would honor his 90-year tenure with a whimsically retro collection aptly titled, “Mickey Through The … Read more

Epcot Will Celebrate Mickey’s 90th Birthday with Special Buttons, Merchandise, Food & Beverage

November 9, 2018November 9, 2018

Is there a better way to celebrate Mickey’s 90th birthday than to celebrate at Disney World? Disney invites you to come celebrate with Mickey Mouse at Epcot as he celebrates his 90th birthday. So what is going on at Epcot you ask? Guests can get a free button, or purchase commemorative items and food. Mickey’s … Read more

PHOTOS: Move Over Pressed Pennies, Walt Disney World Souvenir Medallions Available at Disney Springs

September 24, 2018

A brand new medallion souvenir machine was recently added to the Art of Disney store at Disney Springs. We’ve seen these medallion machines at other theme parks and entertainment venues across the country, but not at a Disney location before. $5 each or three for $10 makes it obvious to get the 3 for … Read more

Jim Shore Figment Statue and Signing Event Announced

April 15, 2017

On Friday May 12th and Saturday May 13th, you can get a chance to see Disney Folk Artist Jim Shore at Disney World. He will be showcasing his brand new Figment figurine that will be available for sale starting that weekend. The Figment figurine is made out of all hand-crafted stone resin with the look … Read more

Joe Hogarty’s 4/11/13 Hollywood Studios Photo Report

April 15, 2013

WDWNT Reporter Joe Hogarty also visited Disney’s Hollywood Studios on Thursday and has some newsworthy photos from around the park to share with us: The exterior refurbishment at Rock ‘N’ Rollercoaster is completed The guitar now has a shiny finish Looks nice Did you know Superman’s cape is in the AFI exhibit? Near PIXAR Place, … Read more

Adam Roth’s 11/11/12 WDW Photo Report

November 13, 2012

WDWNT Reporter Adam Roth visited Epcot and the Magic Kingdom on Sunday and has a bunch of newsworthy photos to share with us from his trip, so let’s take a look: Habit Heroes – still closed The exterior of Test Track is making quick progress as we race towards soft openings Signage about to go … Read more

Adam Roth’s 10/19/12 Downtown Disney Photo Report

October 22, 2012

WDWNT Reporter Adam Roth visited Downtown Disney on Friday and has a few newsworthy photos to share with us from his trip. Let’s take a look: FOOD TRUCK! The new Characters in Flight balloon California Adventure attraction posters are now available through “art on demand” at Art of Disney locations Wreck-It Ralph merchandise available at … Read more

Adam Roth’s 8/18/12 WDW Photo Report

August 21, 2012

WDWNT’s diligent reporter Adam Roth was on the scene at Walt Disney World this weekend, visiting Epcot and the Magic Kingdom. Adam took a number of newsworthy photos on his trip, so let’s take a look at what’s new and exciting: Art of disney at Epcot recently was refurbished and is now open once again, … Read more

Brandon Struve’s 8/16/09 WDW Photo Report

February 3, 2024August 17, 2009

WDWNT Reporter Brandon Struve took a quick trip to Walt Disney World yesterday and has quite a few newsworthy photos to share with us, so let’s take a look:

Cinderella Castle is already being covered with the winter Dreamlights

“Roar Into Spring”

February 3, 2024April 15, 2009

Since news is slow this week, I thought it would be a good time to highlight another special Walt Disney Classics Collection piece that is coming out only in the Disney Parks: “Simba: Little King, Big Roar”, Available: 4/17/09, Retail: $99 plus tax, Dimensions: 4 1/2″H WDCC Simba Spring Premiere Event Date(s): April 17, 2009 Locations: Art & … Read more