PHOTOS, VIDEO: ‘Get Animated!’ at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Opens for Cool Kid Summer

Donald Duck holding ice cream; Mickey Mouse and Timon get animated, dancing indoors at an animated event.

The “Get Animated!” dance party and other new Animation Courtyard entertainment have soft opened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for Cool Kid Summer. During a soft opening, experiences may not be available or may change. The experiences are scheduled to officially open on May 27. There are colorful picnic tables with umbrellas placed along the outskirts … Read more

PHOTOS: Full ‘Get Animated!’ Murals Revealed in Animation Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

A mural in progress at Animation Courtyard shows sketches and vibrant buildings, capturing the spirit of Get Animated Murals.

Ahead of the debut of the “Get Animated!” DJ dance party at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, rolling planters have been moved out of Animation Courtyard, revealing new murals in the former meet and greet bays. ‘Get Animated!’ Murals Complete in Animation Courtyard Each of the former meet-and-greet bays now sports bright, colorful artwork inspired by the … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Hollywood Studios and EPCOT 5/20/2025 (Stitch Pandora Collection Drop, Tiny Village Update, and Random Fun)

Split image: Left, Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ Tower ride; right, EPCOT’s Spaceship Earth, both under blue skies.

Howdy! The heat is here in full force, but that didn’t stop me from having a fun day in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and EPCOT. There is a new Stitch Pandora Collection, tons of construction updates, a tiny village update from the Germany pavilion, and random fun in the parks. Good Morning from Disney’s Hollywood Studios … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Disney Springs 5/15/2025 (Hollywood Updates, A Snoring Flamingo, and Fresh New Merchandise)

A collage shows the Tree of Life, Hollywood Studios' Tower Hotel, and an entrance view of Animal Kingdom.

Howdy! Today was a busy day with park hopping between Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. I ended the day with some shopping therapy in Disney Springs. Throughout the day I saw a few construction updates, animals doing animal things, and new merchandise that will fly off the shelves. Good Morning from Disney’s Hollywood … Read more

Disney Jr. Dance Party Closing Temporarily for New DJ Party, Animation Courtyard Hosting Games & Entertainment This Summer at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Kid-friendly activities and entertainment will take over Animation Courtyard and a new dance party will temporarily replace “Disney Junior Play and Dance!” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this summer. Animation Courtyard & “Disney Junior Play and Dance!” As part of Cool Kid Summer, Animation Courtyard will have games and crafts to keep kids “moving and creating.” … Read more

‘Disney Jr.’s Ariel’ Clip, ‘Young Jedi Adventures’ Season 2 Premiere Date, and More Disney Branded Television Announcements

An animated boy wearing medieval-style clothing and holding a sword stands confidently beside an animated girl with red braided hair decorated with beads, smiling in a vibrant setting.

Disney Branded Television shared a host of announcements and first looks at new and renewed children’s TV shows at the Annecy Animation Festival. Disney Branded Television Announcements Announcements include new “Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur” shorts, new “SuperKitties” shorts, a new “Prep & Landing” special, a fifth season of “Big City Greens,” a season … Read more

First Teaser Trailer Released for ‘Disney Junior’s Ariel’ Series

Disney Junior's Ariel and Flounder

Disney released the first teaser trailer for “Disney Junior’s Ariel,” a new series inspired by both the animated and live-action “The Little Mermaid” films. Disney Junior’s Ariel Disney Branded Television President Ayo Davis announced “Disney Junior’s Ariel” last year. “For more than 30 years,” she said, “the story of ‘The Little Mermaid’ has been beloved … Read more

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Returning in 2025, Duffy the Disney Bear Joining Cast

New episodes of “Mickey Mouse Clubhouse” will be produced and released on Disney Junior and Disney+ in 2025. Duffy the Disney Bear will join the cast. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse “Mickey Mouse Clubhouse” originally ran from 2006 to 2016 for 125 episodes. Aimed at preschool-age children, it features Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy, and Pluto solving … Read more

Magic Key Dance Party Coming to Disney California Adventure on Select August Dates

Magic Key holders interested in showcasing their skills (or lack thereof) on the dance floor are in luck, because there is now a special exclusive dance party event coming to Disney California Adventure on select dates later in August. Magic Key Dance Party The Disneyland Resort announced the event in a recent Instagram post. View … Read more

Disney Junior & Friends Celebration Coming to Disneyland Resort Next Month

A new “Disney Junior & Friends Playdate” celebration will begin at Disneyland Resort on August 18 and feature the world premiere of “Playdate with Winnie the Pooh.” Disney Junior & Friends Playdate “Disney Junior & Friends Playdate” will be a three-day event celebrating the various stories of Disney Junior shows. It will “bring the magic … Read more

Disney Junior Greenlights ‘Ariel’ Series, Plus ‘Magicampers’ and ‘Playdate With Winnie the Pooh’

Disney Junior's Ariel and Flounder

Disney Branded Television has greenlit and announced details about several new series coming soon to Disney Junior, including a new “Ariel” series. Disney Junior Ariel In the new series, Ariel’s design is inspired by Halle Bailey as Ariel in the live-action “The Little Mermaid,” although with brighter red hair. The Flounder accompanying young Ariel in … Read more