Walt Disney World Introducing Park-Specific Genie+ Pricing, Music & Water Features Activated at Journey of Water Inspired by ‘Moana,’ & More: Daily Recap (6/23/23)

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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 Friday, June 23, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

‘Heartbeat of Freedom’ Fourth of July Fireworks Tag Returning to EPCOT

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The “Heartbeat of Freedom” Fourth of July fireworks tag will return to EPCOT this year at the end of “EPCOT Forever.” ‘Heartbeat of Freedom’ & Other 4th of July Activities The tag was previously performed after “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth” on Independence Day, and then was suspended for a few years due to COVID-19. Last … Read more

First-Ever Open-World ‘Star Wars’ Game Announced, Fourth of July Fireworks Confirmed to Return to Magic Kingdom, & More: Daily Recap (6/11/23)

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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 Sunday, June 11, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Fourth of July Fireworks Confirmed for 2023 Return at Magic Kingdom

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According to the official Walt Disney World Resort website calendar, the annual tradition of a special fireworks presentation specifically celebrating the Fourth of July will be returning to Magic Kingdom this coming July 3 and 4 at Walt Disney World. Fourth of July Fireworks Returning A 9:20 p.m. showtime for Disney’s Celebrate America! — A … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom 7/3/22 (Holiday Crowds, Celebrate America! Returns, New Flatbread & Dessert at Pinocchio Village Haus, and More)

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Hello from Magic Kingdom! We’ve got a lot happening today in preparation for the Fourth of July, so let’s get started. It’s a holiday weekend, so be prepared for the big rush of crowds! It was pretty busy all day today. There were plenty of new water bottles available at the Emporium today, including Grogu, … Read more

REVIEW: Fourth of July Celebration at Universal Orlando Resort Offers Tons of Entertainment, Character Dance Party, and High-Energy Pyrotechnics Display

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Universal Orlando Resort celebrated the Fourth of July this year with a live band, DJ, character dance party, and various patriotic performers — plus, of course, fireworks. We were there to experience everything Universal had to offer and we enjoyed every minute of the night. As soon as we arrived in CityWalk, we found this … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: ‘Heartbeat of Freedom’ Fourth of July Fireworks Tag Returns to EPCOT For First Time Since 2019

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The “Heartbeat of Freedom” fireworks tag returned to EPCOT for the Fourth of July this year. Due to COVID-19, the tag had not been performed since 2019, and this year was the first time it played after “Harmonious.” It previously played after “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth” on Independence Day. Watch our video of this year’s … Read more

New Fourth of July & Floating Down Main Street Mickey Pins, Infinity Stones Pin Set at Disneyland

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Two new Mickey pins and an Infinity Stones pin set have arrived at Disneyland Resort. These are available in 20th Century Music Co. Limited Release Fourth of July Pin – $17.99 This pin features Mickey carrying an American flag with fireworks behind him. It reads “4th of July 2022.” Limited Edition Mickey “Floating Down Main … Read more

Full Schedule of Military Band Performances at Disneyland Resort for Independence Day Weekend

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Disneyland has a strong history with Military bands, starting back in 1955 when a Marine-only band performed at the opening ceremony on July 17. As a result, the California Army National Guard 40th Infantry Division Band from Los Alamitos, CA, and the 1st Division Marine Band from Camp Pendleton in San Diego, CA, will be playing … Read more

Carousel of Progress Finale Scene Updated, ‘Tiana’s Bayou Adventure’ to Replace Splash Mountain, Return of ORAC to Magic Kingdom’s PeopleMover, & More: Daily Recap (7/1/22)

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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 Friday, July 1, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

PHOTOS: Spaceship Earth and World Celebration Shine With Patriotic Colors for Fourth of July Weekend at EPCOT

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Spaceship Earth debuts with red, white, and blue tonight as a part of the Fourth of July celebrations across Walt Disney World. In addition to the return of the “Heartbeat of Freedom” tag on “Harmonious”, the Points of Light on Spaceship Earth will shine in classic patriotic colors. We last reported when EPCOT tested the lighting … Read more

REVIEW: Delicious Fourth of July Liege Waffle Available for Limited-Time at Connections Café in EPCOT

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To celebrate the Fourth of July this weekend, Connections Café in EPCOT is serving up a patriotic version of their liege waffle. This version of the waffle will be available through Independence Day. 4th of July Liege Waffle – $3.99 Brioche dough with pearl sugar The waffle is decorated with vanilla frosting and red, white, … Read more

Patriotic Woody Woodpecker Decorations Adorn Universal Studios Hollywood for Fourth of July

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Fourth of July decorations featuring Woody Woodpecker now adorn the entrance to Universal Studios Hollywood. Red, white, and blue decorations are on the lampposts leading to the park entrance. Banners are on either side of the Universal Studios Hollywood archway. Woody Woodpecker, wearing an Uncle Sam outfit, is on the banners. Woody Woodpecker appears on … Read more

New Fourth of July Lighting Debuting on Spaceship Earth Tonight

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EPCOT is celebrating the Fourth of July with not only the return of the “Heartbeat of Freedom” tag on “Harmonious” but also ambient red, white, and blue lighting on Spaceship Earth. We reported on this Fourth of July lighting design being tested but did not know until now whether it would be a show or … Read more

‘Heartbeat of Freedom’ Tag Coming to ‘Harmonious’ on Fourth of July, DJ Dance Parties in Magic Kingdom

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Walt Disney World has announced more entertainment for the Fourth of July at EPCOT and Magic Kingdom. An Independence Day tag will play after “Harmonious” at EPCOT on July 4 at 9:20 p.m. We now know this tag is still called “Heartbeat of Freedom,” indicating it will be the same or similar to what used … Read more

Fourth of July Lighting Being Tested for Spaceship Earth at EPCOT

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The Most Magical Podcast on Earth shared a video on Twitter of a Fourth of July lighting test on Spaceship Earth at EPCOT. The video shows the “points of light” on Spaceship Earth lit up in rotating stripes of blue, white, and red. Watch it below or on Twitter. This lighting may be for a … Read more