Ron DeSantis Claims ‘We Won The Battle Against Disney,’ Christmas Tree Not Ready for First 2023 Very Merrytime Cruise on Disney Wish, & More: Daily Recap (11/15/23)

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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 Wednesday, November 15, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

PHOTOS: Christmas Tree, Wagon Wheel Wreaths, & More Holiday Decorations Put Up at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

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Further adding to the cozy, home-like feel of Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground are several sets of holiday decorations that were recently put up around the resort. Festive garlands and wreaths now adorn several buildings and signs around the resort, and the lodging’s iconic Christmas tree has been installed, as well. Holiday Decorations Installed … Read more

NEW Limited Edition Holiday Gift Cards With Pins Featuring Mickey, Minnie, & More Arrive at Walt Disney World Resort

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Several new limited edition holiday pins attached to gift cards recently debuted at Disney’s Pin Traders in the Marketplace section of Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort. The new collectibles depict several iconic Disney characters celebrating the holiday season in their own way; the pins come complimentary alongside a Disney gift card that has … Read more

PHOTOS: World Discovery Liquid Layer Splash Pad Reopens With New Color Scheme at EPCOT

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The World Discovery liquid layer splash pad in EPCOT has reopened after a three-week refurbishment. Like many offerings in EPCOT, it has received a new color scheme to better match the park’s reimagined design. World Discovery Splash Pad The splash pad is now painted in different shades of blue. The short pillars around the splash … Read more

PHOTOS: New Leaves, Moss, and Paint Added to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Façade in Magic Kingdom

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On a recent trip to Magic Kingdom, we noticed progress on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure has been ramping up with new leaves, moss, and updated paint added to the exterior of the attraction. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Exterior Crew members are adding new green leaves and moss to tree branches near the attraction’s drop. Scaffolding has gone … Read more

Disney Dining Plan Requirements Change for Fantasmic! Dining Packages Ahead of 2024 Return, Beast’s Library Closing Next Month at Disney California Adventure, & More: Daily Recap (11/14/23)

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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 Tuesday, November 14, 2023. Walt Disney World Disney’s … Read more

Disney Surveying Guests About Disney Jollywood Nights Experience, Including Questions About ‘Ollie’ Character and Rise of the Resistance Virtual Queue

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Disney is contacting some guests who attended the first Disney Jollywood Nights event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on November 11 with a survey about their experience. The survey asks about the event’s exclusive offerings, as well as rides — specifically Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance — and the event’s mascot, Ollie. A friend of WDWNT shared … Read more

REVIEW: Trying All the Light Bites From Jazzy Holidays at The Hollywood Brown Derby During First Ever Disney Jollywood Nights

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Part of the new Disney Jollywood Nights hard-ticket event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios offers exclusive dining experiences, including Jazzy Holidays at the Hollywood Brown Derby. The official description of the experience reads, “During Disney Jollywood Nights, this iconic restaurant transforms into a smooth jazz joint — where you can enjoy holiday music, craft cocktails, and … Read more

REVIEW: Peppermint Red Velvet Whoopie Pie Returns Alongside Frozen Salted Caramel Hot Cocoa for the 2023 Holidays at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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If you’re looking to upgrade your meal at Disney’s Hollywood Studios with a festive touch, Backlot Express has two returning menu items for the season: the red velvet whoopie pie and frozen salted caramel hot cocoa. Red Velvet Whoopie Pie – $5.29 Red Velvet Cake, candy cane buttercream, and holiday sprinkles A holiday twist on … Read more

REVIEW: Meatball and Polenta, Exlclusive Flatbreads, and Tiramisu Puff Arrive at PizzeRizzo for Disney Jollywood Nights

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Disney Jollywood Nights, a new separately-ticked holiday event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, commenced on November 10, bringing with it a number of exclusive entertainment options in addition to several party-specific food and beverage items. PizzeRizzo is serving several exclusive items that fit its Italian-American theme, as the restaurant’s Disney Jollywood Nights-specific menu includes the Meatball and Polenta, Olive … Read more

PHOTOS: Capture Your Festive Looks With Robotic Arm Video, Camera Array Magic Shot, and Other Photo Ops Available at Disney Jollywood Nights

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Guests at Disney Jollywood Nights can capture their holiday looks with a few glamorous photo ops. Disney PhotoPass digital photos and videos from the event are included with your ticket, so you don’t have to make a separate purchase to access your photos. Special photo experiences are marked on the Disney Jollywood Nights map with … Read more

REVIEW: Spicy Korean Chicken, Brisket Reuben, & S’Mores Funnel Cakes Provide Range of Flavors on Disney Jollywood Nights Exclusive Menu at Epic Eats

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Disney Jollywood Nights, a new separately-ticked holiday event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, commenced on November 10, bringing with it a number of exclusive entertainment options in addition to several party-specific food and beverage items. Epic Eats, a quick-service location in the Echo Lake area of the park that’s known for its funnel cakes, has gotten … Read more

PHOTOS: Live Musicians Perform for Holiday Fiesta en la Calle at First Ever Disney Jollywood Nights

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One of the entertainment offerings at Disney Jollywood Nights in Disney’s Hollywood Studios is Holiday Fiesta en la Calle. The festival takes over Commissary Lane outside ABC Commissary and features live musicians playing Latin holiday music. Holiday Fiesta en la Calle Near Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant, an area has been set up for a live … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Sunset Seasons Greetings Holiday Projection Show Returns for 2023 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Sunset Seasons Greetings has returned to Disney’s Hollywood Studios for the 2023 holiday season. With short videos featuring Mickey and Minnie, Toy Story, the Swedish Chef, and Olaf, this show is sure to put you in the holiday spirit. Sunset Seasons Greetings Sunset Boulevard gets a festive treatment during the show, with lasers covering the … Read more

WATCH PARKSCENTER — Q4 Earnings, Adventureland Treehouse, The First Jollywood Nights and Holidays Around Disney Parks!

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Join us live tonight, Sunday, November 12th at 9:00 p.m. ET, or watch ParksCenter anytime on WDWNT.TV. We are updating you on all of the big things happening in the Disney Parks each week! We cover the top stories in Disney Parks news and discuss the topics that are top of mind for the Disney … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Slightly Modified Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade Performed at Magic Kingdom, Filmed For Holiday Special

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A slightly modified rendition of Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade was performed at Magic Kingdom on the morning of November 12. The parade is typically performed exclusively for guests attending the separately ticketed Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party events and for day guests throughout the week of Christmas, but this mid-November daytime rendition was … Read more