Category: Disney Experiences
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5 Ideas for Rainy Days at Disneyland Resort
There has been a lot of rain this year in Southern California and guests visiting the Disneyland Resort. As the rain rain rain comes down down down down, it can be easy to think that all the magic could get washed away for guests visiting the Disney parks. However, nothing could be further from the…
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Reedy Creek Improvement District Updates Plan for Walt Disney World Resort Expansion as Florida Governor Angles for Control
There has been a lot of controversy surrounding the Reedy Creek Improvement District since the Florida legislature and Governor Ron DeSantis passed legislation to disband it. Since then, there has been much speculation about what Reedy Creek’s future will look like. While the path forward isn’t clear yet for Reedy Creek, things continue to develop…
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80-Year-Old New Orleans Area Man Remains “Perfect” at 30th Annual Walt Disney World Marathon
It’s one thing to run in all 30 Walt Disney World Marathons; it’s another thing to complete your latest at age 80. That’s the story of Rudy Smith from Gretna, LA, one of just 59 people who have achieved the feat of running in every Walt Disney World Marathon since the race was established in 1994, but the only octogenarian among them, having recently turned 80.…
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Disney Friends Returning to Pete’s Silly Sideshow at Magic Kingdom
Some favorite Disney friends are coming back to Magic Kingdom after being gone since the pandemic. On January 15th, Pete’s Silly Sideshow will be reopening in the Storybook Circus area of New Fantasyland. This is where guests will be able to meet Minnie Magnifique, Daisy Fortuna, The Astounding Donaldo, and The Great Goofini. Each of…
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Celebrate Creative Art, Food and Performances at EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Jan.13 – Feb. 20, 2023
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Jan. 13, 2023) – Global visual, culinary and performing arts create a tapestry of wonder during EPCOT International Festival of the Arts presented by AT&T at Walt Disney World Resort, Jan. 13 – Feb. 20, 2023. EPCOT becomes the stage for this 39-day festival, with extraordinary artwork, culinary creations inspired by art movements and…
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Ducks Descend on Disney California Adventure for 2023 Anaheim Ducks Day
Disney California Adventure was the place to be if you were an Anaheim Ducks fan today. January 12, 2023, is this year’s Anaheim Ducks Day at the Disneyland Resort. Throughout the day there were different ways to celebrate a love of the Anaheim Ducks, the local National Hockey League team. One of the highlights of…
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Disneyland’s French Market Restaurant to Transform into Tiana’s Palace
Disneyland’s French Market in New Orleans Square will soon be seeing itself transformed into Tiana’s Palace this year. The new venue will be inspired by the adventures and friends of Tiana. It will continue to be a quick service restaurant with cuisine that will center around authentic New Orleans flavors. This will be an expansion…
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Don’t Miss Any of These EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Photo Ops!
The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts begins on January 13 and continues through February 20, 2023. During its run, there are some fun Disney PhotoPass photo locations to check out and enjoy. Five have been highlighted by the Disney Parks Blog as ‘can’t miss’ opportunities. These five are shown below. The Festival of the Arts…
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Disneyland Paris is Going Big For Its 30th Anniversary Grand Finale
The celebration of the 30th anniversary of Disneyland Paris will soon be wrapping up. This week, Disneyland Paris announced that it will be going out in a big way with a grand finale of this celebration. It will include the return of some favorite entertainment, some new entertainment and offerings, and some other things that…
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Take a Look at the Lunar New Year Food Offerings From Disney Theme Parks Around the Globe
Lunar New Year is almost here. Around the globe, different Disney theme parks will be celebrating. It is the Year of the Rabbit on the Chinese calendar and Year of the Cat on the Vietnamese calendar. Disneyland Resort, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, and Shanghai Disney Resort will be celebrating the Lunar New Year and also offering…
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Trader Sam’s Tiki Mixology to Be Offered on March 6 During Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival
On Monday March 6, 2023, guests have the opportunity to learn how to make one of the iconic Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar from one of the best at Trader Sam’s. There will be a mixology class offered as part of the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival. This event will be at Trader…
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Walt Disney World Resort Modifying Guest Experiences
Walt Disney World Resort is modifying its guest experiences for both hotel guests and Annual Passholders. The changes were announced this week by Disney Parks, Experiences and Products chairman Josh D’Amaro. For guests at the Walt Disney World Resort hotels, parking will be complimentary parking instead of the $15 – $25 per vehicle charge. Traditionally,…
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Disneyland Resort Park Hopping Moving Earlier in the Day Starting on February 4
Guests of the Disneyland Resort will soon be able to park hop earlier than they can currently. Starting on February 4, 2023, park hopping will be available at 11:00 AM. Park hopping has been available for guests with the park hopping addition on their tickets or Magic Keys at 1:00 PM since the Disneyland Resort…
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TRON Lightcycle / Run to Open at Magic Kingdom on April 4, 2023
Yesterday Disney Parks revealed a tease about the opening of TRON Lightcyle / Run at Magic Kingdom in the form of a “clu.” Today, another clue was revealed and then the official opening date was announced for the new Tomorrowland attraction. It will be opening on April 4, 2023. When the attraction officially opens on…
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Harmonious and Disney Enchantment Final Show Dates Announced Along with the Removal of EPCOT Barges at Walt Disney World Resort
The closing dates for Harmonious at EPCOT and Disney Enchantment at Magic Kingdom have been announced. Both shows will be ending their run on April 2, 2023. This will be just days after the end of Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th anniversary celebration ends on March 31, 2023. Along with the ending of these two…
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Disney College Program Adds Character Performers Once Again at Walt Disney World Resort
Auditions for character performers have returned to Walt Disney World Resort. On January 9, the announcement was made by Disney that this program would be returning. Incoming Disney College Program participants can once again audition to be character performers that will be a part of the magic starting in the fall of 2023. Details of…
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Artwork Now Available for Disneyland Resort Magic Key Holders For a Limited Time
A new giveaway is now available at the Disneyland Resort for Magic Key Holders. It is a piece of artwork that was created by Asia Ellington. It is available after 1:00 PM from January 9 through January 18, 2023, in the it’s a small world queue area. The artwork will be available only while supplies…
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Downtown Disney District Says Goodbye to La Brea Bakery and Hello to Earl of Sandwich
This morning the La Brea Bakery exited Downtown Disney District. After two decades at the Disneyland Resort, La Brea Bakery is exiting the restaurant business. The Disney Parks Blog announced that there are already plans for its replacement. In the short term, Earl of Sandwich will be taking over the location in February. When it…
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Disney Parks Instagram Clu Appears to Reveal TRON Lightcycle / Run Opening Date at Magic Kingdom
The Disney Parks Instagram posted a clue today that appears to reveal the opening date for TRON Lightcycle / Run. The clue seems to show the date of the original attraction’s opening at Shanghai Disney Resort and then the Magic Kingdom date seems to be revealed. Check out the Instagram post here and then continue on to…
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There Are New Disney Munchlings Now Available, Check Them Out Here!
There are two new collections of Disney Munchlings available. Disney has announced the arrival of Garden Goodness and Fruity Finds. Disney Munchlings first debuted in September 2022 ahead of the D23 Expo. They are a line of plush that are themed after fan-favorite foods and treats. They are are mirrored after Disney pals and Disney…
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Walt Disney World Resort Announces New Deals for Florida Residents
Walt Disney World Resort has announced two new deals for Florida residents who want to visit the most magical place on Earth. The deals come as Walt Disney World heads down the home stretch towards the end of its 50th anniversary celebration. The World’s Most Magical Celebration will be ending on March 31, 2023. Below…
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Take a Behind-the-Scenes Look At Shanghai Disney Resort’s Winter Cavalcade
Shanghai Disney Resort is in the middle of celebrating its Disney Winter Frostival. One of the entertainment offerings during this special time is the Disney Winter Magical Cavalcade. A great amount of effort was put into bringing this cavalcade to life by Disney Live Entertainment. “The team has been working on this cavalcade for quite…
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Phat Cat Swinger Energetically Ends Disney Festival of Holidays Run on a High Note
One of the more popular bands that play at the Disneyland Resort, Phat Cat Swinger, ended its run for Disney Festival of Holidays on Saturday night. They have been playing in front of Paradise Bay Wednesday-Saturday throughout the entire holiday season at the Disneyland Resort, as weather allowed. This energetic group brings incredible happiness, enthusiasm,…
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Reveals Plans for Reedy Creek Replacement
Florida Governor has revealed what his plans are for the Reedy Creek Improvement District moving forward. The governor posted a notice on the Osceola County website with plans to seek legislation that would strip Walt Disney World of its self-governing power. The proposed legislation would have Disney pay upwards of $700 million in Reedy Creek…