Opening Date Announced for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure & More: Daily Recap (5/12/24)
Katie Francis
An opening date was announced for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at the Magic Kingdom, pro-Palestine protesters were arrested for blocking a highway exit to Walt Disney World, and three meet and greets returned to Disney’s Animal Kingdom — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Sunday, May 12, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney’s …
EPCOT Mexico Pavilion Three Caballeros Plush Arrives at Disneyland
Katie Francis
More EPCOT Mexico Pavilion merchandise has arrived at Disneyland. We found the Gran Fiesta Tour Featuring the Three Caballeros plush in Pioneer Mercantile. Pioneer Mercantile is located in Frontierland next to Bonanza Outfitters. Three Caballeros Plush – $39.99 The plush is based on the Gran Fiesta Tour Featuring the Three Caballeros attraction in the Mexico …
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Cast Member, Passholder, and DVC Previews to Be Announced This Week
Katie Francis
Following the official announcement of the opening date for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom, Disney has now teased information about previews. Walt Disney World Cast Members, Annual Passholders, and eligible Disney Vacation Club Members will be able to preview the attraction before it opens on June 28. More information about preview dates and registration …
New ‘Big Hero 6’ Baymax Pillow and Tadashi Hat at Disney California Adventure
Katie Francis
Two new “Big Hero 6” merchandise items have arrived in San Fransokyo Square at Disney California Adventure: a Baymax pillow and a Tadashi hat. Both items were available at the San Fransokyo Maker’s Market. Baymax Pillow – $39.99 Now you can have your personal healthcare companion in pillow form. Baymax is a rectangle throw pillow …
New Spider-Man Loungefly Mini Backpack Arrives at Walt Disney World
Katie Francis
As part of an ongoing release of new Marvel merchandise at Walt Disney World, a Spider-Man Loungefly mini backpack is now available. We found the bag in World of Disney at Disney Springs. Spider-Man Loungefly Mini Backpack – $78 The bag is white with black and red accents. It’s available for $78 in the park …
Pro-Palestine Protesters Arrested After Blocking Walt Disney World Highway Exit
Katie Francis
Three protesters were arrested on Saturday, May 11, after blocking traffic on I-4, including a popular Walt Disney World exit. The protesters were staging a demonstration in support of Palestine in light of ongoing warfare. They were holding banners and blocking exit 67 to Disney Springs on westbound Interstate-4. The exit was chosen intentionally, as …
New Walt Disney World Merchandise Celebrates 90 Years of Donald Duck
Katie Francis
Donald Duck is celebrating his 90th birthday this year, and more new merchandise has arrived at Walt Disney World for the occasion. We first found the new items in World of Disney at Disney Springs. Donald Duck T-shirt – $34.99 A white ringer tee with blue accents features Donald in his modern-day appearance over the …
Three Meet and Greets Return to Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Katie Francis
Three meet and greets have returned to Disney’s Animal Kingdom as of Sunday, May 12, 2024. Pocahontas Meet and Greet Pocahontas has returned to the rocks on the east side of Oasis, near the bridge to Discovery Island. She and the other returning meet and greet characters will no longer appear on flotillas, instead resuming …
BREAKING: Opening Date Announced for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom
Katie Francis
Disney has announced the summer 2024 opening date for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Frontierland at Magic Kingdom. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Opening Date Disney revealed that Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will open on June 28, 2024. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is a retheme of the former Splash Mountain ride. It uses the same ride system, though it has …
Disney Teases Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Announcement Tonight
Katie Francis
Disney has teased an announcement about Tiana’s Bayou Adventure coming tonight, May 12, on the newest episode of “American Idol.” The episode is themed with the contestants performing Disney music and footage having been filmed at the parks for the occasion. But the magic doesn’t end there! This Sunday’s “Disney Night” episode of “American Idol” promises even …
More Progress Underway on Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows & More: Daily Recap (5/11/24)
Katie Francis
Work continues on the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, Phineas and Ferb will meet guests at H20 Glow, and a new Country Bear Jamboree pin arrived — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, May 11, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Walt Disney World Resort Hotels New Merchandise …
Sigourney Weaver Reportedly Joins ‘The Mandalorian & Grogu’
Katie Francis
Sigourney Weaver is reportedly in discussions to join the cast of “The Mandalorian & Grogu,” according to Deadline. “The Mandalorian & Grogu” was announced earlier this year by Disney and Lucas Film and is expected to hit theaters on May 22, 2026. The movie is set to follow the titular Mandalorian, Din Djarin, and his …
Main Street, U. S. A. Refurbishment Continues at Disneyland Park
Shannen Ace
Following the completion of facade work on the fire house and City Hall, the refurbishment work has now moved on down Main Street, U. S. A. at Disneyland. The next section is part of the Emporium’s facade. The scrim is printed to look like the regular facades and the area is surrounded by construction walls. …
New Captain America Spirit Jersey at Disneyland Resort
Shannen Ace
Disneyland Resort has a new red, white, and blue Captain America Spirit Jersey — perfect for the 4th of July in two months. Captain America Spirit Jersey – $79.99 The jersey is bright blue. “Captain America” is in silicone lettering across the back of the shoulders. The letters are half white and half red. The space …
New Captain America, Spider-Man, and More Marvel Avengers Merchandise at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
Several new items inspired by Marvel’s Avengers, including Captain America and Spider-Man, have arrived at Walt Disney World. We found new items at Super Hero Headquarters in Disney Springs, World of Disney in Disney Springs, Uptown Jewelers in Magic Kingdom, and Tomorrowland Launch Depot in Magic Kingdom. Avengers Bottle – $34.99 The stainless steel bottle …
Phineas and Ferb Meet and Greet Coming to H2O Glow
Katie Francis
Phineas and Ferb will be greeting guests at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon during H2O Glow, a special separately ticketed event this summer. Disney announced the meet and greet on Instagram. H2O Glow offers guests an opportunity to experience Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon after dark with special entertainment, food, and more. From May 25 to August 31, 2024, …
New Shingles Placed on Stave Church Gallery During Refurbishment in EPCOT
Shannen Ace
Since the Stave Church Gallery refurbishment began in March, about half of the removed shingles have been replaced on the EPCOT building. Stave Church Gallery Refurbishment When we last shared an update, the first-floor roof on this side of the building was almost completely lacking shingles. There was just one new row on the right …
New Black Walt Disney World Spirit Jersey Featuring Modern Logo
Shannen Ace
A new black Walt Disney World Spirit Jersey is available. We first spotted it at Mickeys of Hollywood in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Black Walt Disney World Spirit Jersey – $79.99 The Spirit Jersey is solid black. The modern Disney logo with a curly “D” is on the left breast in white. “Est. 1971” is below …
Pavement Around Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe Refurbished at Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
During the ongoing refurbishment of Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe in Magic Kingdom, crews have done some work on the patio pavement where caricature artists work. Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe Refurbishment Caricature artists are under an overhang facing Sleepy Hollow Refreshments. The grout between the gray stones of the patio is currently full of loose sand. …
Walt Disney World D-Tech Kiosks Add Wall Signs with Baymax, ‘Tron,’ ‘Star Wars,’ and Tomorrowland Designs
Shannen Ace
D-Tech’s MaDe kiosks at Walt Disney World now offer wall signs. Guests can choose a design and have the product printed on demand. Wall signs are $29.99 plus tax. There are currently “TRON,” “Star Wars,” Tomorrowland, and “Big Hero 6” designs available. Though most MaDe products are personalizable, these are not. They are all 10 …
More Sheathing Added to Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, Other Resort Buildings Repainted
Shannen Ace
As construction continues on Walt Disney World’s new Disney Vacation Club tower — Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows — crews are also adding new decorative elements to nearby Polynesian Village Resort buildings. Island Tower Construction During a recent boat ride across Seven Seas Lagoon, we saw a crane and lift raised next to the …
New Pandora — The World of Avatar Mugs, Apparel, and Na’vi Translator at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Shannen Ace
Disney’s Animal Kingdom has new mugs, apparel, and a Na’vi translator inspired by Pandora – The World of Avatar. We found all of this new merch in Island Mercantile. Travel Poster Mug – $16.99 This mug is white with a blue stripe around the bottom. The top of the stripe is jagged with a tree sticking …
New Limited Edition Country Bear Jamboree ‘Walt Disney World Parades’ Pin
Shannen Ace
The newest pin in the Walt Disney World Parades series is inspired by the Country Bear Jamboree. We found it at Frontier Trading Post, right next to Grizzly Hall, although the attraction is currently closed to become the Country Bear Musical Jamboree. Walt Disney World Parades Country Bear Jamboree Pin – $19.99 The pin resembles …
Official Name & Opening Window for DVC Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort & More: Daily Recap (5/10/24)
Katie Francis
The official name and opening timeframe for the DVC tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort were revealed, a critically endangered Addax was born at Walt Disney World, and Annual Passholders are receiving an increased dining discount for a limited time — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, May 10, 2024. Walt Disney …
Construction Walls Block Country Bear Jamboree Exit in Pecos Bill Cafe at Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
There are now construction walls up around the exit doors for Country Bear Jamboree inside Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Cafe at Magic Kingdom. Country Bear Jamboree Exit Construction Previously, the exit doors were open for Cast Members to go backstage. A fence and ropes blocked guest access to the exit queue, even before …
Disneyland Paris Confirms Final ‘Disney Dreams!’ Nighttime Spectacular Performance Date, Return of ‘Disney Illuminations’
Shannen Ace
The “Disney Dreams!” nighttime spectacular at Disneyland Paris will have its final performance this month before “Disney Illuminations” returns. ‘Disney Dreams!’ and ‘Disney Illuminations’ The final “Disney Dreams!” performance will be on May 30, 2024. “Disney Illuminations” will return the next night on May 31. “Disney Dreams!” originally debuted in 2012 for the 20th anniversary …
Speakers Added to CommuniCore Stage, More Paths Outlined at Flex Space in EPCOT
Shannen Ace
We’re a month away from the opening of CommuniCore Hall and Plaza in EPCOT. Construction of the venue is near completion, with the exterior looking done. CommuniCore Hall & Plaza We spotted two speakers above the CommuniCore Plaza stage. A limited-time “Encanto” sing-along show — “¡Celebración Encanto!” — will be performed on this stage when CommuniCore opens. …
Wine Bar George at Disney Springs Gets New Menu With Profiterole, Fried Gnocchi, Lamb Chops, and More
Shannen Ace
Wine Bar George at Disney Springs has added new items to their menu, Disney shared on Instagram. New Wine Bar George Menu Items One Big Profiterole – $10 Pâte à Choux, vanilla cream, dark chocolate The restaurant’s new dessert is available at brunch, lunch, and dinner. Fried Gnocchi – $12 toasted garlic, pecorino, chili oil …
New Beach-Themed Summer Photo Op at Disney Springs PhotoPass Studio
Shannen Ace
The PhotoPass Portrait Studio in Disney Springs has a new beachy photo op for the summer. Disney PhotoPass Portrait Studio The Portrait Studio is located between Marketplace Co-Op and Ghiradelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop. It’s accessible from outside and from inside Marketplace Co-Op. The studio is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Guests …
Walt Disney World Annual Passholders Receiving Increased Dining Discount This Month
Shannen Ace
For V.I.PASSHOLDER Days, Walt Disney World Resort has announced a limited-time increased food and beverage discount for Annual Passholders at various restaurants. Increased Annual Passholder Dining Discounts for V.I.Passholder Days Passholders can save 20% on food and non-alcoholic beverages from May 28 through June 26, 2024, at the following locations. Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney’s Hollywood …
REVIEW: New Pixar Fest Marketplaces Now Open at Disney California Adventure
Shannen Ace
Pixar Fest is well underway at Disneyland Resort, and today marked the opening of six new marketplace booths themed to Pixar films. Of course, we reviewed every single item. Pixar Fest Marketplaces These booths are open now through August 4, 2024, the end of Pixar Fest. Portorosso Pasta inspired by “Luca” Food: Drinks: Portorosso Pesto …
Native American Art Exhibit in American Adventure at EPCOT Closing for George W. Bush Veteran Paintings
Shannen Ace
The American Heritage Gallery at the American Adventure Pavilion in EPCOT will close this month to move out the current exhibit of Native American art and move in the exhibit of paintings by President George W. Bush. American Adventure Gallery According to the calendar on The American Heritage Gallery page of the Walt Disney World …
Universal Orlando Resort Shares New Video and Polaroid Teasing Halloween Horror Nights 33
Shannen Ace
Universal Orlando Resort continues to tease Halloween Horror Nights 33 with social media posts. On Friday, they shared a new video. More Halloween Horror Nights 33 Teasers In the video embedded above, a woman says she followed “those sounds” and is now “below” Universal Orlando Resort. Wind and scream-like sounds can be heard in the …
‘Turning Red’ Meilin & Ming Lee Meet and Greet Returning for Pixar Fest 2024
Shannen Ace
Meilin and Ming Lee from “Turning Red” will return to Disney California Adventure for a meet and greet during the ongoing Pixar Fest. “Turning Red” Meet and Greet Mei and her mom debuted during Lunar New Year celebrations earlier this year. Their new meet and greet starts on Friday, May 10. They will make appearances …
Lari the Armadillo Gets a Mailbox and Lantern at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
Lari the armadillo, an original Tiana’s Bayou Adventure character, now has his own mailbox and a lantern at the Magic Kingdom attraction. Lari the Armadillo Props The new mailbox is located outside a door on the Critter Co-Op façade. Critter Co-Op replaces The Briar Patch as one of the gift shops for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. …
Star In a Mega Video Rentals VHS Tape at the Summer Tribute Store in Universal Studios Florida
Shannen Ace
Universal Orlando Resort has confirmed the Mega Video Rentals theme for the Summer Tribute Store with a sign for the store’s personalized prop experience. Mega Video Rentals Summer Tribute Store Guests can “Become part of the Tribute Store” by getting their photo on a video cassette box cover. Guests can purchase their tape at 5 …
BREAKING: Official Name, Opening Window, and New Concept Art for DVC Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Shannen Ace
Disney has announced the official name of the new DVC tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, as well as an opening window and other important dates. They also released new concept art. Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows The tower is named the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. Disney says it …
Critically Endangered Addax Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
Shannen Ace
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge has a new baby addax — a critically endangered species — on the Sunset Savanna. Baby Addax at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Two-month-old Julien has joined the resort’s addax herd. The baby stands just over two feet tall. He was born to mom Juniper and dad Allen, and his name is an ode …
New ‘Star Wars’ Hoth Starbucks Drinkware at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
Walt Disney World has a new series of “Star Wars”-inspired Starbucks drinkware available as part of the coffee shop’s “Discovery Series.” These tumblers and mug feature iconic imagery from the planet Hoth, which was prominently featured in “Star Wars: Episode V — The Empire Strikes Back.” Hoth Starbucks Acrylic Tumbler – $27.99 The acrylic tumbler has …
3 Puppies Adopted, 1 Dead After Rescue From Hot Car at Disney Springs & More: Daily Recap (5/9/24)
Katie Francis
Puppies were found locked in a hot car at Disney Springs, Piglet joined Pooh for meet and greets at EPCOT, and more progress has been made at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, May 9, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney Springs Walt Disney World Resort …