PHOTOS: Rare Disney Couples Meet Guests at Walt Disney World for Valentine’s Day 2025

Collage of theme park characters: Left showcases a long-haired woman in purple alongside her partner in a vest. Top right is a man in red. Bottom right features two penguins, a man in stripes, and a woman in white.

Several rare Disney couples have been making special meet and greet appearances at Walt Disney World to celebrate Valentine’s Day 2025. We spotted multiple Disney Princesses and their princes alongside a few non-royal couples meeting guests in EPCOT and Magic Kingdom. Disney Couples at Magic Kingdom Park Snow White and her Prince Snow White and … Read more

Joe Hale, Disney Animator, Layout Artist for ‘Sleeping Beauty,’ and VFX Oscar Nominee for ‘The Black Hole,’ Passes Away at 99

Elderly man wearing a floral shirt, standing indoors, smiling slightly. He is near framed posters on the wall. Black and white photo.

Former Disney animator Joe Hale has passed away of natural causes at his home in Atascadero, California. He was 99. Joe Hale Dies at 99 According to The Hollywood Reporter, Hale died on January 29, 2025. He contributed 35 years of his life to being an animator, layout artist, and producer at Disney. He also … Read more

Mary Poppins Tea Towel and Jewelry Dish Now at EPCOT

A Disney-themed towel with Mary Poppins illustration and Epcot label, next to a dish featuring a bird handle and "Mary Poppins" text from the Epcot United Kingdom pavilion.

Two new “Mary Poppins”-themed houseware items have been spotted in World Showcase at EPCOT. We found both items at The Toy Soldier in the U.K. Pavilion. Mary Poppins Tea Towel – $22.99 The tea towel features a cartoon-style illustration of Mary Poppins in a blue coat and dress with a pink striped scarf flowing around … Read more

60th Anniversary Mary Poppins Ear Headband Arrives at Walt Disney World

A person holds a white headband with red bows and stitched details, and a penguin character in the center, displayed among other colorful headbands in a store.

In honor of the 60th anniversary of Walt Disney’s timeless classic Mary Poppins, Disney has released a special edition ear headband, capturing the essence of the beloved film. This exclusive collectible is part of the D23 Mary Poppins 60th Anniversary Collection, making it a must-have for Disney fans and collectors alike. “Mary Poppins” celebrates 60 … Read more

More New World Showcase Pins Available at Walt Disney World Resort

Two Disney pins: one depicts Mickey Mouse in colonial attire with "The American Adventure," and the other shows Minnie Mouse holding flowers at the "EPCOT Germany Pavilion." Perfect additions to your World Showcase Pins collection.

New World Showcase pins featuring Mickey, Minnie, and more are now available at Walt Disney World Resort. New World Showcase Pins On a recent trip to Frontier Trading Post in Magic Kingdom, we discovered numerous new World Showcase pins. These new offerings come on the heels of various other pins released over the last few … Read more

Disney Legend Glynis Johns, Known for Playing Winifred Banks in ‘Mary Poppins,’ Passes Away at Age 100

Disney Legend Glynis Johns passed away on Thursday at the age of 100, ABC 7 Eyewitness News reports. According to Johns’ publicist Mitch Clem, she passed from natural causes. Johns portrayed Winifred Banks, suffragette and mother of Jane and Michael, in “Mary Poppins.” Before “Mary Poppins,” her Disney credits were Mary Tudor in “The Sword … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Seven Dwarfs in Holiday Attire, Toy Soldiers, and More Character Meet and Greets at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2023

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party has several rare and exclusive character meet and greets, including Jack Skellington, Santa Claus, and Disney Princes with the Princesses. We were able to check out a few of the interactions during the first night of the separately ticketed event, which is offered on select nights between November 9 and … Read more

Central Florida Community Arts Presenting Aladdin, Mary Poppins, and More Disney-Themed Programming for 100th Anniversary

This year, Central Florida Community Arts is presenting a season of Disney-themed programming to celebrate the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company. Central Florida Community Arts “exists to serve and build community through the arts” according to their mission statement. The non-profit has the largest community choir and the largest community orchestra in the … Read more

CONCEPT ART of ‘Postponed’ Mary Poppins Attraction at EPCOT Reveals ‘Teacups’ Style Indoor Spinner Ride

A new portfolio from a former Imagineer discovered this week revealed yet-unseen details about the as-of-yet “postponed” attraction based on “Mary Poppins” announced at D23 Expo 2019 for the United Kingdom Pavilion at EPCOT, including what kind of ride was set for the spot. A portfolio shared by former Imagineer Damon Pressman showed off the … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT 9/11/22 (New Star Wars Pins, Mugs, Belle Disney Designer Collection Doll, Character Meet & Greets, & More)

Good morning World Travelers! We plan on doing some shopping and character meet-and-greets today at EPCOT. Let’s get started! All flags were at half-staff in rememberance of September 11th today. The force is with these two new Star Wars limited release pins available in Pin Traders – Camera Center. The Star Wars action figure pins … Read more

Princesses, Mary Poppins, ‘Brother Bear’ Characters, and More Appearing for Non-Distanced Meet and Greets at Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World Characters are no longer required to stay physically distanced from guests during meet-and-greets. This means that some characters are now meeting in slightly different locations. We also saw some rare characters at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Let’s take a walk around the parks and see who is out! Magic Kingdom Belle is now … Read more

New ‘Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious’ Mary Poppins Tank at Disneyland Resort

A new tank top featuring Mary Poppins’ favorite word is now available at Disneyland Resort. We found it in the Emporium at Downtown Disney District. Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious Tank – $36.99 The black tank top has “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” spelled out in four lines of gold lettering on the front. The “Mary Poppins” logo is at the bottom. Check out … Read more