PHOTOS: Welcome Banner Returns to Storybook Circus With No Scentsy Branding at Magic Kingdom

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The Storybook Circus welcome banner that was removed a few weeks ago is back in place at Magic Kingdom. The banner was taken down after a blustery day knocked it out of place. We theorized it could be replaced with a banner bearing Scentsy branding now that the fragrance company sponsors Dumbo the Flying Elephant … Read more

Classic Disney Animation References Return to Storybook Circus Luggage in Magic Kingdom

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References to various Disney classics have returned to the luggage props around the Fantasyland train station in Storybook Circus. These references have been gone for several years but have returned with an apparent refurbishment of the props. Disney References in Storybook Circus Stacks of luggage are against the walls on the north side of the … Read more

Disney Files Set Installation Permit for ‘Smellephants on Parade’ at Magic Kingdom

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Disney filed a permit with Orange County for show set installation around Storybook Circus at Magic Kingdom, likely for the “Smellephants on Parade” experience announced last July. “Smellephants on Parade” Permit The show set installation permit contracts ThemeWorks, Inc. for work at 1272 Magic Kingdom Drive, which approximately corresponds to Storybook Circus. ThemeWorks, Inc. has … Read more

PHOTOS: Welcome Banner Missing from Storybook Circus Entrance at Magic Kingdom

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One of the welcome banners from the Storybook Circus entrance in Magic Kingdom is currently not in place. Banner Taken Down at Storybook Circus This week, we spotted that the welcome banner on the right of the Storybook Circus entrance has been removed. Before it was taken down, the banner was an exact copy of … Read more

PHOTOS: Potential Site Preparation Begins for Scentsy-Sponsored ‘Smellephants on Parade’ Statue in Storybook Circus

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We caught a whiff of change in the air in Storybook Circus, as landscaping changes around Dumbo the Flying Elephant include large manicured swaths of hedge removal. One of the areas cleared roughly matches the locations of a popcorn elephant statue in the “Smellephants on Parade” concept art, so it may be preparation for the … Read more

Scentsy Branding Added to Dumbo the Flying Elephant Sign at Magic Kingdom as Company Officially Becomes Presenting Sponsor

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The iconic Dumbo the Flying Elephant attraction in the Storybook Circus section of Magic Kingdom has a fragrant new sponsor. The Scentsy logo has been added to the ride’s Timothy Q. Mouse-topped sign, officially ushering the company in as the attraction’s new presenting sponsor. Scentsy Becomes New Presenting Sponsor of Dumbo the Flying Elephant at … Read more

New Dumbo Disney100 Pandora Charm Available at Walt Disney World Resort

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A new Pandora charm depicting everybody’s favorite flying elephant has recently landed at Walt Disney World Resort. The Pandora Dumbo charm is the latest in a collaborative line celebrating Disney100, the company’s centennial anniversary. Dumbo Disney100 Pandora Charm – $200 We found this charm at Uptown Jewelers on Main Street, U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom. It’s … Read more

More ‘Smellephants on Parade’ Details Announced for Magic Kingdom, Scentsy Sponsoring Dumbo the Flying Elephant

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More details have been released about the new “Smellephants on Parade” experience coming to Storybook Circus in Magic Kingdom. Smellephants on Parade This new “family-friendly ‘search and sniff’ adventure” is sponsored by Scentsy, the official home fragrance for Walt Disney World. The experience takes inspiration from the “Pink Elephants on Parade” sequence from “Dumbo” and … Read more

BREAKING: ‘Smellephants on Parade’ Interactive Experience Announced for Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World

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A new interactive experience has been announced for Walt Disney World that will surely test your sense of smell, titled “Smellephants on Parade.” ‘Smellephants on Parade’ Per a tweet shared by the official Disney Parks Twitter account, guests will be able to take part in a “family-friendly ‘search and sniff’ adventure,” set to be added … Read more

Oscar-Winning Actor Alan Arkin Passes Away at Age 89

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Oscar-winning actor Alan Arkin passed away at his home in Carlsbad, California on June 29 at the age of 89. Arkin’s sons Adam, Matthew, and Anthony said in a statement, “Our father was a uniquely talented force of nature, both as an artist and a man. A loving husband, father, grand and great grandfather, he … Read more

New Disney100 Unified Merchandise Arrives at Walt Disney World

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Lots of new Disney100 Unified merchandise has arrived at the Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A at Magic Kingdom. The merchandise features a whimsical artistic take on several fan favorite Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars characters. Disney100 Unified Character Notebook – $19.99 The new Disney100 Unified Collection notebook features a very bright and colorful block … Read more

PHOTOS: Topiary Removed, Barriers In Place as Dumbo The Flying Elephant Undergoes Brief Refurbishment at Disneyland

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Perhaps for want of a magic feather, Dumbo The Flying Elephant is currently stationary at Disneyland. The attraction closed for a brief refurbishment, following the removal of the Dumbo topiary out front and barriers placed around the flying elephant vehicles. Barriers now surround Dumbo the Flying Elephant inside Disneyland, blocking off views of the attraction’s … Read more

Disney100 Collectible Medallions Now Available Across Disneyland Resort

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A collection of Disney100 Collectible Medallions are now available inside the Disneyland Hotel, just in time for guests to commemorate the start of Disney’s 100 Years of Wonder celebration.

Mary Poppins, Bert, Walt Disney with Dumbo and Timothy, & More New Disney100 Funko Pop! Figures Celebrate Disney’s 100 Years of Wonder

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A new collection of Disney100 Funko Pop! figurines have been revealed in celebration of Disney’s 100 Years of Wonder anniversary celebration, including Mary Poppins and her beloved Bert and several new figures of Walt Disney, himself.

PHOTOS: Annual Passholder Exclusive Dumbo Magnet Arrives at EPCOT

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The Annual Passholder-exclusive Dumbo magnet is now available at Creations Shop in EPCOT. Passholders can pick up the magnet at the Creations Shop entrance facing the construction walls. A line formed early this morning. Cast Members were still getting directional signs ready. Each Passholder gets one magnet and should have their Annual Pass and a … Read more

New Annual Passholder Dumbo Magnet Available at Walt Disney World Starting January 18

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Walt Disney World has released an image and details for the new Annual Passholder-exclusive Dumbo magnet, which will be available for pickup at EPCOT. The magnet features Dumbo in his yellow hat and red collar. The D-shaped border reading “Walt Disney World Annual Passholder” is pink. Passholders will be able to pick up their complimentary … Read more