‘Celebracion Encanto’ Now Full-Time Offering at EPCOT

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Walt Disney World has officially made “¡Celebración Encanto!” a full-time entertainment offering at EPCOT. Celebración Encanto at EPCOT Disney announced on social media that “¡Celebración Encanto!” is no longer considered limited-time. The “Encanto”-inspired sing-along show debuted with CommuniCore Hall and Plaza in June. At the time, Disney said it would be a limited-time offering. They … Read more

Visit These Walt Disney World Attractions – Before They’re Gone for GOOD

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This post contains sponsored content from Be Our Guest Vacations. Help support WDWNT by using the links in this article to book your next resort stay with our sponsors, Be Our Guest Vacations. As much as we love nostalgia and revisiting our favorite attractions year after year, the unfortunate truth is that some old must be done … Read more

New ‘Mirabel’s Gifts of the Season’ Holiday Show Coming to Disneyland Resort

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Disneyland Resort announced a new “Encanto” show coming to Disney California Adventure this holiday season: “Mirabel’s Gifts of the Season.” Mirabel’s Gifts of the Season The “Fiesta de Navidad” street show will be in Paradise Gardens Park at Disney California Adventure as part of Disney ¡Viva Navidad! Concept art shows Mirabel and several dancers around … Read more

RUMOR: Phased Closure of DinoLand U.S.A. to Begin Before 2024 Holidays

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A new rumor indicates that the phased closure of DinoLand U.S.A. to make way for Pueblo Esperanza, the new Tropical Americas land in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, will begin before this holiday season. DinoLand U.S.A. Phased Closure According to WDWMagic, sources expect DinoLand U.S.A. to begin its phased closure plans before the 2024 holiday season to … Read more

LEGO Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, and Avatar Sets Retiring in 2024

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LEGO sets aren’t around forever, and the latest updates to the list of “retiring soon” items have been made. These are the LEGO Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, and AVATAR sets currently slated for retirement at the end of the year. LEGO Disney Mirabel Madrigal BrickHeadz – $9.99 The “Encanto” Mirabel Madrigal BrickHeads, set #40753, is … Read more

BREAKING: Isabela and Luisa From ‘Encanto’ Coming to Disneyland Park This Week

Two women dressed as popular Encanto characters, Isabela and Luisa, pose joyfully in front of a colorful mural decorated with flowers and other whimsical designs. One wears a lavender dress; the other has a blue skirt and white top.

Isabela and Luisa, Mirabel’s sisters from “Encanto,” are coming to Disneyland Park this week. Isabela and Luisa Meet and Greets The “Encanto” characters will meet in El Zocalo Park, the courtyard of Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante, for a limited time. Luisa begins meeting today, Sunday, September 1. Isabela will arrive on Tuesday, September 3. Mirabel … Read more

BREAKING: Indiana Jones and Encanto Attractions to Debut at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in 2027

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During the Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, Chairman Josh D’Amaro confirmed the opening year for the Tropical Americas land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, including its “Indiana Jones” and “Encanto” attractions. ‘Indiana Jones’ and ‘Encanto’ Attractions Opening Year The land, dubbed Pueblo Esperanza, and its two signature attractions will officially … Read more

First ‘Encanto’ Attraction Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Disney’s first major attraction based on “Encanto” will be part of the Tropical Americas land in Disney’s Animal Kingdom replacing DinoLand U.S.A. ‘Encanto’ Ride at Animal Kingdom The attraction’s façade will be inspired by the Casita from the film. Guests will arrive on the day Antonio receives his magical gift — talking to animals. Guests will … Read more

BREAKING: New Nighttime Parade Coming to Magic Kingdom

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Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World will finally get a nighttime parade in the summer of 2025. The park has not had a year-round nighttime parade since 2016 when the Main Street Electrical Parade ended its last Magic Kingdom run. New Nighttime Parade at Magic Kingdom The new parade is called “Disney Starlight.” Disney said … Read more

Bruno and Mirabel From ‘Encanto’ Meeting Guests at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

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Bruno and Mirabel from “Encanto” are meeting guests at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. This is the first time that Bruno is meeting at the party. Bruno and Mirabel Meet and Greet Mirabel and Bruno normally meet guests in Fairytale Garden at Magic Kingdom during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. On the first party night, August 9, … Read more

Mickey, Minnie, Mirabel, and Bruno Meet and Greet Locations Revealed for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2024

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In addition to revealing Mickey and Minnie’s new costumes for this year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, Walt Disney World has also revealed the meet and greet locations for the pair, as well as Mirabel and Bruno from “Encanto.” Mickey and Minnie Meet and Greet Locations This year, guests can strike a spooky pose with Mickey … Read more

Auditions for Mirabel Vocalists Underway at Disney California Adventure for Possible New Show

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Disneyland Resort is seeking virtual submissions for Mirabel vocalists for a limited-time “Encanto” show at Disney California Adventure. Mirabel Vocalist Auditions Disney Live Entertainment is accepting vocalist submissions for Mirabel from “Encanto” for a limited-run entertainment offering at Disney California Adventure Park. Disney is looking for an experienced contemporary musical theatre mezzo-soprano who speaks fluent … Read more

Imagineering Files Permit for Trailers Near Tropical Americas Site at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Walt Disney Imagineering has filed another permit for work on the future Tropical Americas land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Tropical Americas Construction The new Notice of Commencement is for the installation of trailers on E Savannah Circle, a backstage area behind Kali River Rapids and Maharaja Jungle Trek. This is the second permit for installing … Read more

PHOTOS: First Look at CommuniCore Plaza Now Open in EPCOT

CommuniCore Plaza stage with colorful flags and column wraps inspired by "Encanto"

CommuniCore Plaza is now open at EPCOT. The new flexible outdoor space is home to the limited-time “¡Celebración Encanto!” and will host other live entertainment in the future. CommuniCore Plaza CommuniCore Plaza is located alongside CommuniCore Hall on the edge of World Celebration Gardens. The new area will feature live entertainment, including the new sing-along … Read more

REVIEW: ‘Encanto’-Inspired Arepas, Coconut Tres Leches, and Passion Fruit Drinks at CommuniCore in EPCOT

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In honor of “¡Celebración Encanto!” at CommuniCore Plaza, now open in EPCOT, the new Festival Favorites quick-service location has “Encanto”-inspired food and beverages. These are updated versions of former La Isla Fresca menu items available during the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. ‘Encanto’-Inspired Festival Favorites Festival Favorites is located on the side of CommuniCore … Read more

New ‘Encanto’-Themed Food & Beverages at CommuniCore Plaza in EPCOT

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CommuniCore Hall and Plaza are now open at EPCOT and include a Festival Favorites quick-service booth serving “Encanto”-themed menu items. Festival Favorites Festival Favorites is the name of an old EPCOT festival booth that would serve dishes from festivals that weren’t currently running. Right now, the booth is serving updated versions of food and beverage … Read more