BREAKING: First-Ever Donkey Kong Country in Super Nintendo World Opening Spring 2024 at Universal Studios Japan

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The Donkey Kong Country expansion in Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan has officially announced its grand opening window. Donkey Kong Country Grand Opening Window Revealed Donkey Kong Country will officially make its way to Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan in Spring 2024. The announcement was made at a Kick-Off presentation for … Read more

Painting Begins at Salt & Straw in Preparation for Opening at Disney Springs

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Painting has begun on the exterior of the future Salt & Straw ice cream shop at Disney Springs. The outside wall has been painted a lighter off-white/grey color. The family-run scoop shop announced earlier this year that the Disney Springs location was supposed to open this month. As we are now nearing the end of … Read more

Universal Beijing Resort Grand Opening Set for September 20th

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At long last, we’ve finally learned that the Universal Beijing Resort, the latest addition to the Universal Parks & Resorts family, will hold its grand opening on September 20th! Universal’s Beijing outpost will become the fifth Universal resort (and sixth park overall) worldwide, and Universal Studios Beijing is reportedly the largest of any Universal park. … Read more

VIDEO: Opening Day 1971 Performer Returns to Walt Disney World with His Grandson

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When Walt Disney World opened in 1971, a 1,076 member marching band paraded down Main Street, U.S.A. to celebrate the momentous occasion. Trombone player Dave Phillips, a high school student at the time, was among the musicians marching to the tune of “76 Trombones” on that historic day. Today, as Walt Disney World gears up … Read more

PHOTOS: Gideon’s Bakehouse Grand Opening Draws Massive Crowds to Disney Springs; Virtual Queue Over 12 Hours Long

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Gideon’s Bakehouse at Disney Springs is now officially open. The bakery soft opened in December. After a temporary closure in early January, the location is having its grand opening today. Be sure to check out our review of the three limited-edition cookies available today only! As part of the celebration, Gideon’s is offering free art … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (1/14/21): Disneyland Ends Passholder Program, The Muppets Tease Major Announcement, Chris Evans Reportedly Returning as Captain America, Gideon’s Bakehouse Reopens, 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 Thursday, January 14, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

VIDEO: Disney Shares New Behind-The-Scenes Look at “Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure” Coming to EPCOT in 2021

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During today’s “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration” show on ABC, viewers got a sneak peek of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, the new EPCOT attraction opening in 2021. The video features interviews with Imagineers working on the Remy project, as well as footage from the Disneyland Paris interior of the ride. You can check out … Read more

CONFIRMED: Josh D’Amaro Announces “Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure” Will Open at EPCOT in 2021

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On the heels of rumors of a delayed grand opening, Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro has confirmed today that Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure will be opening in 2021 at the France Pavilion expansion in EPCOT. The announcement was made during today’s IAAPA Expo 2020 keynote presentation. No additional details were revealed during the … Read more

RUMOR: France Pavilion Job Posting Indicates “Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure” May Open in Early 2021, Announcement Expected at D23 Online Event

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On the heels of rumors of a delayed grand opening, we’ve noticed a number of developments hinting at the fact that Disney may have fast-tracked Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure inside the France Pavilion expansion at EPCOT. Our latest look at the pavilion showed that the area was practically ready to open, with even the finest details, … Read more

Discover a Star-Studded Gala Opening at the Disney-MGM Studios With this Star Tours Grand Opening Press Itinerary from 1990

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With Disney Parks around the world closed for the foreseeable future, WDWNT is dipping into our archives of vintage parks materials for a look back into parks history! And in celebration of Hollywood Studios Appreciation Week, all this week, we’re peeking into the studio vault with items from the early years of the Disney-MGM Studios! Get … Read more

Take a Magic Journey Back to 1982 With This EPCOT Center “Journey Into Imagination” Opening Press Kit From Kodak

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With Disney Parks around the world closed for the foreseeable future, WDWNT is dipping into our archives of vintage parks materials for a look back into parks history! We’re taking a Magic Journey back to 1982 for the opening of the Journey into Imagination Pavilion! Note: This article will detail the press kit page by page, … Read more

PHOTOS: First Look Inside and Multiple Scenes From The New Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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It’s a world premiere nearly a century in the making! When Mickey Mouse burst upon the silver screen in 1928 as the star of “Steamboat Willie,” he changed the world of entertainment forever. With his childlike innocence, impish sense of humor and plucky attitude, Mickey is adored the world over and has become a cultural … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour the New City Works Eatery & Pour House, Now Open at Disney Springs

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City Works Eatery & Pour House finally opened today at Disney Springs’ West Side! We were there to witness the official ribbon-cutting ceremony: The new sports bar offers a massive menu of over 70 craft beers (less than the 90 originally advertised, but still good), along with 17 massive HDTVs for watching the game of … Read more

City Works Eatery & Pour House Officially Opening at Disney Springs on February 6

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City Works Eatery & Pour House is finally opening at Disney Springs! We’ve been checking the new restaurant location regularly for signs of a potential opening, and Cast Members have confirmed an official opening date. City Works will be opening this Thursday, February 6th just in time for the early dinner seating at 3:00 PM. … Read more

PHOTOS: Rustic Cuff Jewelry Opens First-Ever Florida Location in Disney Springs

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Rustic Cuff has finally opened at Disney Springs and we had our reporter on hand to cover the grand opening. The popup shop for the accessory brand was packed when we visited, but the store itself was wonderfully designed and the employees were extremely warm and helpful. Let’s take a look! The store is finally … Read more

Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue Set to Open February 9th at The American Adventure in EPCOT

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Barbecue (and Muppet) fans, we have great news for you on this glorious morning. With tables and signage installed, and the final details being added to the exterior (and interior) of the upcoming fast-casual restaurant, it’s finally getting ready for its grand centennial cook-off, hosted by none other than Sam Eagle. We’ve been checking on … Read more