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

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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

New Captain Hook and Peter Pan Disney Treasure Merchandise Now Available

A Disney-themed shirt, towel, and backpack featuring Peter Pan and Captain Hook designs, displayed indoors.

Captain Hook and Peter Pan merchandise has arrived on the Disney Treasure. The items are inspired by the ship’s stern design which features these two classic characters. We found these items at Mickey’s Mainsail. Loungefly Backpack – $78 The Disney Treasure stern design is featured on the front zipper pocket on a blue background. The … Read more

New UK Pavilion Peter Pan Embroidered Ball Cap at Walt Disney World

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You can fly with a new ball cap featuring Peter Pan. The cap is for the United Kingdom Pavilion at EPCOT, but we first found it in the Main Street Cinema at Magic Kingdom. Peter Pan Ball Cap – $29.99 The cap is dark blue. Peter Pan is embroidered on the front with his arms … Read more

BREAKING: Peter Pan’s Flight Reopening Earlier Than Expected at Magic Kingdom

The entrance to "Peter Pan's Flight" ride at an amusement park, featuring colorful decorations and a whimsical design inspired by Peter Pan, is beautifully illuminated at night.

Peter Pan’s Flight was originally scheduled to reopen on August 21, but it will now reopen to guests nearly one week earlier at Magic Kingdom. Peter Pan’s Flight Reopening Date When Peter Pan’s Flight closed for refurbishment on July 8, it looked as though the attraction would be shuttered to the public for a few … Read more

BREAKING: New Nighttime Parade Coming to Magic Kingdom

A magical scene with blue-sparkling fairy figures, including a fairy with a wand, flying characters, and a snow queen, set against a starry night sky with the enchanting backdrop of the Magic Kingdom castle during the New Nighttime Parade.

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

New Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, and Mary Poppins Merchandise Available at EPCOT

A collage of Disney-themed merchandise, featuring a Tinker Bell figurine, two Peter Pan-themed shirts, a charming Mary Poppins teapot, and a bag with "Practically perfect in every way" written on it.

New merchandise featuring Mary Poppins, Peter Pan, and Tinker Bell is now available at the United Kingdom Pavilion in EPCOT. Mary Poppins Collection The new Mary Poppins collection features shirts, a dress, a teacup and saucer set, a sugar jar, a teapot, a pillow, a water bottle, and multiple Lug bags. We found each of … Read more

Peter Pan and Captain Hook Added to Disney Treasure Cruise Ship Stern

The stern of the Disney Treasure Cruise Ship boasts decorative figures of Captain Hook and Peter Pan, with the ship's home port proudly listed as Nassau.

Disney Cruise Line has shared a new image revealing that Peter Pan and Captain Hook have finally been added to the Disney Treasure’s stern. Peter Pan and Captain Hook on the Disney Treasure The news was shared via a collaboration post between Disney Cruise Line and Disney Parks on Instagram. The pair were first shown … Read more

Peter Pan’s Flight Closed for Refurbishment at Magic Kingdom

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The wildly popular Peter Pan’s Flight closed today in the Magic Kingdom for an extended refurbishment that is expected to last for several months. Brown construction walls surround the entrance of the attraction. Currently, no visible facade work has started yet. PPG Paints branded signs adorn the construction walls. Each sign features a different quote … Read more

New Peter Pan Hoodie Flies Into Disneyland

Black sweatshirt featuring a design of Disneyland Resort with Peter Pan, Wendy, John, and Michael flying in front of Cinderella's Castle; text reads "Disneyland Resort" in light blue.

On a recent visit to World of Disney at Downtown Disney District, we discovered a new Peter Pan hoodie. Peter Pan Hoodie – $54.99 This black hoodie features a minimalist design. Peter Pan, Wendy, John, and Michael soar in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle. The three characters are outlined in light blue, while most of … Read more

‘Feel Like Peter Pan’ Merch Featuring Michael’s Teddy & Nana Coming Soon

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A new “Feel Like Peter Pan” merchandise collection is coming to Disney Store Japan on July 5, 2024. The collection includes many of the film’s main characters but features Michael’s teddy bear and Nana, the Darling family’s dog. ‘Feel Like Peter Pan’ Collection Nana Pochette – ¥3,300 This bag is a Nana plush complete with … Read more

New Walt Disney World T-Shirts, Hoodies, and Sweatshirt Featuring Park Icons & Characters

Three Disney-themed t-shirts are displayed on hangers: one with Mickey and Minnie, one with a "Magical Checklist," and one featuring characters from "101 Dalmatians.

New Walt Disney World T-shirts, hoodies, and sweatshirts feature some of the resort’s iconic attractions and characters. New Walt Disney World T-Shirts & More ‘The Magical Check List’ T-Shirt – $34.99 We found this baggy shirt in the Emporium at Magic Kingdom. It’s a weathered pink. Spaceship Earth, the Tree of Life, Cinderella Castle, and … Read more

VIDEO: One-Night-Only Show ‘The Fantasy Begins’ Performed Ahead of Fantasy Springs Grand Opening

A magical nighttime scene showcases a dazzling blend of fireworks and a drone light display, spelling out "Fantasy Springs" in the sky above an enchanting landscape illuminated with trees and rocks.

A one-night-only show, “The Fantasy Begins,” was performed to celebrate the grand opening of Fantasy Springs in Tokyo DisneySea. Fantasy Springs — The Fantasy Begins On the eve of the grand opening of Fantasy Springs, the one-time special show “The Fantasy Begins” was performed at Tokyo DisneySea. The special show included 1,000 drones and fireworks … Read more

REVIEW: Fantasy Springs Brings 4 New Rides to the Best Disney Theme Park on Earth, But Nothing Groundbreaking

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WDWNT’s Tom Corless visited Fantasy Springs during May previews and now brings his honest review of the new Tokyo DisneySea port. Tokyo DisneySea is considered by many to be the best Disney park in the world, and Fantasy Springs is its first expansion since it opened in 2001. It’s also one of the biggest expansions … Read more

PHOTOS: Walk Through the Tokyo DisneySea Fantasy Springs Hotel Guest-Exclusive Fantasy Springs Entrance

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We took a walk through the Fantasy Springs Entrance available exclusively to guests staying at Tokyo DisneySea Fantasy Springs Hotel. Fantasy Springs Entrance Guests staying at the Fantasy Springs Hotel will have their own dedicated entrance into the new themed port. This Fantasy Springs Entrance is outside of Tokyo DisneySea and takes guests directly into … Read more

New Peter Pan Popcorn Bucket at Fantasy Springs in Tokyo DisneySea

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A new Peter Pan popcorn bucket is now available at Tokyo DisneySea, ahead of the grand opening of Fantasy Springs. Peter Pan Popcorn Bucket – ¥3200 (Approximately $20.36 USD) The popcorn bucket, which is created in the likeness of the top portion of London’s clock tower that houses Big Ben, has a different image on … Read more

FULL SHOW VIDEO: Fantasmic! Returns to Disneyland 1 Year After Dragon Fire With New Finale

A performance stage at night showcasing colorful lights and pyrotechnics. Mickey Mouse, seen in a wizard costume, commands the scene in Disney's Fantasmic. Multiple images capture different parts of the stage with fiery displays and special effects.

“Fantasmic!” resumed performances at Disneyland Park one year after a sudden pause due to a fire that destroyed the show’s Maleficent dragon figure. “Fantasmic!” Returns “Fantasmic!” is mostly the same as it was prior to the April 2023 fire but there are two major changes, which Disney previously announced. The “Peter Pan” sequence using the … Read more