Reservations for Guests Without Date-Based Tickets Unavailable at Select Walt Disney World Parks & More: Daily Recap (2/19/24)

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Select Walt Disney World parks unavailable for reservations, Disney files demolition permit at NBA Experience, and the United Kingdom Pavilion restrooms reopen — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, February 19, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney Springs Other Walt Disney World News Disneyland Resort Disneyland … Read more

Disney Files Permit for Demolition at Former NBA Experience in Disney Springs Years After Permanent Closure

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First found by danlb_2000 on the WDWMagic forums, Disney has filed a permit for demolition at the NBA Experience in Disney Springs, which never reopened following the COVID-19 pandemic closures at Walt Disney World Resort. Permits Filed for Demolition at NBA Experience The permit, filed on February 15, 2024, lists “General construction/Demo” as the “general … Read more

Former NBA Experience to Become Limited Time ‘Star Wars’ VR Experience at Disney Springs

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The Disney Springs building that previously housed the NBA Experience will soon be home to a limited time “Star Wars” virtual reality experience. This Meta Quest VR experience will feature ILM x LAB’s Star Wars: Tales From The Galaxy’s Edge, which previously held a preview at Downtown Disney District in California. Guests will be able … Read more

New Jungle Cruise Additions, Magical Express Buses Converted to MEARS, Smart Delivery Lockers Arrive At Resorts, & More: Magic Kingdom Photo Report 1/7/21

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Hey-howdy-hey from Magic Kingdom! Quite a few 50th anniversary restocks hit the shelves at the Emporium today, including celebration hoodies, holographic water bottles, Peterbilt trucks, and more. A new Bruni “Sweet & Fiesty” tie-dye pullover is out for a twist on Valentine’s Day apparel. “Big Bad Wolf,” Mickey & Donald, and Minnie & Mickey retro … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (8/16/21): NBA Experience Permanently Closes at Disney Springs, Buffets and Original ‘Ohana Menu to Return to Walt Disney World, 50th Anniversary Banners Arrive at the Magic Kingdom 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 Monday, August 16, 2021. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

BREAKING: The NBA Experience Will Not Reopen at Disney Springs

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The NBA Experience will not reopen at Disney Springs. Disney will continue to partner with the NBA in other endeavors, but the venue will remain shuttered. The NBA Experience replaced DisneyQuest in August 2019. It closed in March 2020 for the pandemic, and all Cast Members were laid off last October. Now, the venue is … Read more

WDWNT Recap: Massive Cast Member Layoffs, Construction Updates, New Treats, California Chaos, Tokyo Disneyland POV Videos, and More

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Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from September 28 to October 4, 2020. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Take a tour around the park … Read more

All Cast Members From The NBA Experience Laid Off at Disney Springs

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The latest in Disney’s massive layoffs of 28,000 Cast Members is the termination of all Cast Members from the NBA Experience at Disney Springs. The NBA Experience first opened in August 2019 and closed with the rest of Walt Disney World Resort in mid-March. Though it was never a very popular destination, it was clear … Read more

PHOTOS: NBA Merchandise Takes Over M. Mouse Mercantile at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

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It was announced in June that the NBA would officially be heading to the Walt Disney World Resort to restart its 2019-2020 season. Of course, this means that dozens of teams would be descending upon the resort area and players would need lodging. Three different resorts were selected to house the various teams: Disney’s Grand … Read more

New Details Revealed About Resumed NBA Season at Walt Disney World, Including Possible After-Hours Parks Access for Players, Exclusive Movie Screenings, MagicBands, and More

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With the NBA coming to Walt Disney World to resume the 2019-20 season, new details have been revealed about the housing situation, entertainment between games, and possible theme park access. Housing Thanks to Yahoo! Sports’ Keith Smith, we learned that Gran Destino Tower at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort is expected to be the “main hub” … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney Springs 5/21/20 (No Crowds, Social Distancing Markers, Construction Updates)

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Good morning from an absolutely empty Disney Springs. Today, we walked through the shopping district’s second day of operations after Phase 1 reopening began. Just like day one, temperature screening checkpoints were in place for all guests and cast members arriving. Unlike yesterday’s reopening, the crowds were nonexistent throughout the day. Disney Springs security were … Read more

PHOTOS: City Works Eatery & Pour House Construction Walls at Disney Springs Feature New Art, Entrance from The NBA Experience Revealed

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As we move closer to the opening of City Works Eatery & Pour House at Disney Springs, new art has appeared on the construction walls showing off some of the restaurant’s offerings. Some of the star items on the menu, including the Smokehouse burger and the Ahi Tuna Chopped Salad, appear along with some of … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney Springs 12/29/19 (PeopleMover Hat, “Finding Nemo” Apparel, City Works Signage, Crowds, and More)

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Welcome to an extremely busy day here at Disney Springs. It’s been raining off and on all day, and it seems like many people would prefer to shop rather than visit the parks. We’re ready to see what’s new. “I Conquered the PeopleMover” would make a great addition to my attractions-inspired hat collection. It’s $27.99. … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney Springs 12/7/19 (NBA Experience Minnie Ears, More 2020 Merchandise, Co-Op Stores Switch Places, Anna and Elsa LEGO Statues, and More)

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Welcome to a busy day here at Disney Springs. It’s not as crowded as it has been lately, which is a good thing. We’ve got a busy day ahead of us, so let’s get going! Our first stop of the day was to check out the progress on City Works. We’re eagerly awaiting installation of … Read more

PHOTOS: New NBA Experience Minnie Ear Headbands Bounce into Walt Disney World

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A brand new pair of Minnie ears have arrived at Walt Disney World. The latest Minnie headband to bounce into Disney Springs is designed for the NBA Experience. Take a look at these sporty new ears. They’re pretty unique and look like custom-made ears at first glance. These NBA Experience themed Minnie ears feature 2 … Read more

4-Park Magic Ticket with Water Park & NBA Experience Add-On Now Available at Walt Disney World

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The popular 4-Park Magic Ticket has returned to Walt Disney World and it now also offers free admission to the NBA Experience with the purchase of a water park add-on. Check out all the details below! Guests can now get a taste of new and iconic experiences at all 4 Walt Disney World theme parks … Read more