PHOTOS, VIDEO: Casey Jr. Circus Train Chugs Back with Physical Distancing Measures at Disneyland Park

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All aboard! After the reopening of Disneyland last month, we have been checking out our favorite rides to see what has changed in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Today we took a ride on the Casey Jr. Circus Train. The queue for Casey Jr. Circus Train currently begins in the queue area for Dumbo, because … Read more

PHOTOS: New Dumbo, Pastel Minnie Mouse Bows, Disney Princesses, & Grumpy Mugs Arrive at Downtown Disney District

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Four new mugs are available at Disneyland Resort featuring some of our favorite characters. Each mug is perfect for expressing your mood for the day, whether you’re ready for a high-flying adventure or if you may be a little grumpy. Dumbo Mug – $14.99 This mug features Dumbo flying triumphantly through the circus. Dumbo’s name … Read more

PHOTOS: Repainting of Dumbo the Flying Elephant Continues for Magic Kingdom 50th Anniversary

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As we approach Magic Kingdom’s 50th anniversary only four and a half months away, some areas of the park are getting much-needed refreshes. In addition to the Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station in Storybook Circus, Dumbo the Flying Elephant is being repainted. The right side of the attraction’s queue was repainted a few days … Read more

PHOTOS: New Winnie the Pooh, Bambi, Marie, Dumbo, and Meeko Plush Arrive at Disneyland Resort

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If you’re looking for a new cuddly friend, five new plush have arrived at World of Disney at Disneyland Resort. Featuring Winnie the Pooh, Bambi, Marie, Dumbo, and Meeko, these plush have a unique look, making them a must-have for collectors. Winnie the Pooh Plush – $26.99 All three fan-favorite friends have large heads and … Read more

PHOTOS: Painting Continues at Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station for 50th Anniversary of Magic Kingdom

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The Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station at Magic Kingdom is in the middle of a repainting just in time for the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World. We checked in and found that the giraffe vignette and the cream-colored train car are looking bright and cheerful with new coats of paint. The green car … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Orange Bird, White Rabbit, Dumbo, and Castle Stickers Join the “Kingdom of Cute” Lineup at Downtown Disney District

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More adorable “Kingdom of Cute” merchandise has arrived at Disneyland Resort. Four unique stickers from artist Jerrod Maruyama feature instantly-recognizable Disney Parks icons. The individually-packed stickers can be found at WonderGround Gallery in Downtown Disney District. Cinderella Castle Sticker – $4.99 What is more iconic than Cinderella Castle, Mickey balloons, and fireworks? Dumbo Sticker – … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom & Animal Kingdom 2/11/21 (Baseball Jerseys, Peoplemover Testing, Forts and Dividers)

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Here you leave today and enter the world of yesterday, tomorrow and fantasy. Is there really any better introduction whether you are entering a theme park or starting a blog post. Well if there is, please feel free to leave it in the comments. That being said, our day didn’t start at the parks, it … Read more

Disney+ Removes “The Aristocats”, “Peter Pan”, “Dumbo”, and “Swiss Family Robinson” Movies From Children’s Profiles Due to Negative Cultural Depictions

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In their continued effort to promote diversity and inclusion, Disney has made select films unavailable on children’s Disney+ profiles due to negative cultural depictions, particularly racist stereotypes. The films are still available on standard Disney+ profiles with a content advisory warning directing viewers to www.disney.com/StoriesMatter. The films now unavailable on children’s profiles are The Aristocats, … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disney Animals and Stitch Magnets Arrive at Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2021

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Two new magnets have arrived in the WonderGround Gallery tent at the Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2021. The WonderGround Gallery is also where you’ll find some incredible new Disney artwork and D-Tech phone cases. One magnet features some of our favorite animal pets and sidekicks, while the other features Stitch. Animals … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (1/19/21): First Look at WEB SLINGERS Ride and 3D Glasses, Everything Coming to Disney+ Next Month, Executive Salaries Reported, ‘Muppet Show’ Coming to Disney+, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Tuesday, January 19, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: New Minnie Mouse, Disney Princess, Winnie-the-Pooh, and Dumbo Baby Onesies Arrive at Walt Disney World

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If you’re looking for a Disney-themed outfit for your newborn, Walt Disney World has four new onesies perfect for any baby. Let’s take a closer look! “New Girl” Onesie – $19.99 This onesie lets everyone know your baby is the “New girl on Main Street U.S.A.” It’s white with purple, pink, and yellow stripes. Princess … Read more

Disney Legend Marge Champion, Original Reference Model for Snow White, Passes Away at 101

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Dancer Marge Champion, who served as a live-action reference model for many of Disney’s early animated feature films, including the title character of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, has passed away at 101. The daughter of Ernest Belcher, a ballet coach who taught such iconic performers as Shirley Temple, Gwen Verdon, and Cyd Charisse, … Read more

Disney+ Updates Content Advisory with More Direct Language, Stating “These Stereotypes Were Wrong Then and are Wrong Now”

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As Disney continues to promote its “Stories Matter” initiative, the company has updated its content advisory on Disney+ for racial and ethnic stereotypes. The new advisory appears on films including The Aristocats, Peter Pan, Dumbo, and Swiss Family Robinson, reading: This program includes negative depictions and/or mistreatment of people or cultures. These stereotypes were wrong … Read more

PHOTOS: Limited Release Dumbo the Flying Elephant “Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction” Series Soars Into Walt Disney World

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After an exclusive release on shopDisney in August, the Dumbo the Flying Elephant series from the Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction collection has unexpectedly arrived in Magic Kingdom. This comes after the Peter Pan’s Flight MagicBand and King Arthur Carrousel ear headband both appeared in Walt Disney World. Only this time, an entire series has … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Sleeping Beauty Castle Sipper Debuts for Disneyland’s 65th Anniversary

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Disneyland’s 65th anniversary celebration is still going strong at the Downtown Disney District. While we visited to pick up the new limited edition pins that were released as part of the new shopping reservation system, we spotted this sipper celebrating the park’s most famous icon: Sleeping Beauty Castle! The castle is at the bottom of … Read more

National Museum of American History Shares How The Smithsonian Acquired Dumbo the Flying Elephant and Mad Tea Party Ride Vehicles from Disneyland

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For 65 years, Disneyland has been a part of America’s culture and history. That status was officially sealed fifteen years ago when ride vehicles from two beloved attractions were acquired by the National Museum of American History in Washington, D.C. The museum, part of the famed Smithsonian Institution, recently shared how those attractions were chosen … Read more