Category: Walt Disney World Resort
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Walt Disney World’s Electric Water Pageant Debuts With 50th Anniversary Addition
The Electric Water Pageant debuted on the Seven Seas Lagoon with a new 50th Anniversary addition two nights before The World’s Most Magical Celebration officially begins at Walt Disney World Resort. This beloved water parade could be seen along the shores in front of Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Polynesian Resort, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa,…
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Southwest Airlines Joins Celebration of Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary
Southwest Airlines is joining in the celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort. To join in the celebration, Southwest Airlines unveiled a 737-700 that was decked out for the celebration. It included sparkling EARidescent Disney decorations. Southwest Airlines is also celebrating its 50th anniversary. The plane was unveiled at an event at…
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EPCOT Forever Says Farewell
EPCOT Forever, the fireworks show in the World Showcase Lagoon, has said goodbye to EPCOT and Walt Disney World Resort. This show was always meant to be a temporary filler between Illuminations: Reflections of Earth and Harmonious. EPCOT Forever opened on October 1, 2019 and was expected to have a short run. However, due to…
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Walt Disney World Cast Members Receive 50th Anniversary EARidescent Nametags
Cast members at Walt Disney World Resort now have new EARidescent nametags ahead of the beginning of Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th Anniversary celebration. These new nametags feature EARidescent and gold details and feature the 50th Anniversary logo. The first cast members to receive the new nametags were that of the 3rd shift. Throughout the…
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EPCOT Transformation Reaches New Milestone on October 1, 2021
The transformation of EPCOT continues at Walt Disney World Resort and will reach a new milestone on October 1, 2021. Not only will Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure open and Harmonious on Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary kickoff date, three new neighborhoods that are replacing Future World will officially join World Showcase. Together World Showcase, World Celebration,…
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Step in Time! A Visit to Magic Kingdom Park as It Was in October 1971
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – During the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort, guests can step in time by imagining themselves as one of the first to visit Magic Kingdom Park in October 1971. While some attractions may have received fresh pixie dust over the years, these experiences deliver magic today just as they did 50…
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Orlando International Airport Gets Decorated for Walt Disney World Resort 50th Anniversary Celebration
Guests arriving at Walt Disney World Resort for its 50th Anniversary celebration will frequently fly through Orlando International Airport. The airport is joining in with the celebratory fun and is now decorated for The World’s Most Magical Celebration. Orlando International Airport now has decorations throughout its four terminal stations that draw from the Disney Fab…
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Main Street Confectionery Reopens at Magic Kingdom on September 29th
Just in time for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration, the Main Street Confectionery hosted by Mars Wrigley will be opening on September 29th. The newly reopened store will offer interactive opportunities for guests to customize the treats to satisfy a sweet tooth. It will also allow guests to again watch as sweets made by…
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Harmonious Brings Global Voices Together at EPCOT to Celebrate the Magic of Disney Music
One of the largest nighttime spectaculars in Disney theme park history helps usher in ‘The World’s Most Magical Celebration’ beginning Oct. 1 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Disney music serves as the world’s soundtrack across cultures, continents and generations as a source of joy, hope and possibility. Those emotions take center stage with “Harmonious,” a…
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Harmonious Added to EPCOT’s Entertainment Schedule for September 29 & 30
Harmonious is set to officially open at EPCOT as part of Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebration on October 1st. Earlier today it was announced that the Disney Parks Blog would be streaming a performance of the new nighttime show two days earlier. Now, Harmonious has been added to the entertainment schedule for the two…
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More Muppet Fun in the Parks Ahead of Arrival of Muppets Haunted Mansion on Disney+
Muppets Haunted Mansion arrives on Disney+ on October 8th. Ahead of the arrival though, there are already some fun Muppet-themed experiences to be had at Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. The Disney Parks Blog shared some of the opportunities earlier this week. Check them out below. Disneyland Resort Currently at the Magic Key Holder…
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Walt Disney World to Livestream First Performances of Harmonious and Disney Enchantment
Walt Disney World will be livestreaming the first performances of its two new nighttime shows. It will be livestreaming Harmonious on September 29th and Disney Enchantment will be presented the following night, September 30th. These two shows are premiering as a part of Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebration. The World’s Most Magical Celebration begins…
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Empress Lilly Au Gratin Potatoes – GEEK EATS Disney Recipe
There are so many recipes from the Walt Disney World Resort through the years that bring the culinary magic of Disney to the home kitchen. Next week, Delicious Disney: Recipes & Stories from the Most Magical Place on Earth by Pam Brandon, Marcy Carriker Smothers, and The Disney Chefs will be released, and with it there…
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Walt Disney World’s Electrical Water Pageant Gets Updates for The World’s Most Magical Celebration!
More details about new magical offerings for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebration continue to be announced. Today, the announcement for The World’s Most Magical Celebration revolves around the Electrical Water Pageant. In a post on social media, Disney Parks shared that it will be receiving new scenes and new music as part of the…
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Limited Time Menu Revealed for California Grill in Celebration of Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary
In 1971, a restaurant opened at the top of Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Top of the World opened on the 15th floor of Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Each night there were two offerings of a dinner/dance show. In 1995, the name changed to California Grill. California Grill featured fresh and seasonal dishes that were prepared in an…
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Space 220 Restaurant Now Open in EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort
The newest out-of-this-world dining experience is now open at EPCOT. Space 220 opened to guests this morning and also made reservations available. Through the 26th, the restaurant will be accepting only walk-up diners. Starting on 27th, reservations will be accepted. Guests who eat at Space 220 will find themselves launched up through a space elevator…
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Disney Purchases Land in Florida for Future Lake Nona Campus
A company related to The Walt Disney Company has purchased approximately 60 acres from Lake Nona Land CO (connected to Tavistock Development Co) through a Disney-connected company called Dynamic Campus LLC. The purchase price was $46 million. This brings the price per acre in at about $766,666. The deal was reported by the Orlando Business…
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George A. Kalogridis Honored With Window on Main Street, USA at Magic Kingdom
One of the biggest honors that Disney can give is a window on Main Street, USA. This week, George A. Kalogridis, President of Segment Development and Enrichment for Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, has been given this honor at Magic Kingdom. The window honors him saying: Be Our Guest The Main StreetChamber of Commerce Invites…
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Spaceship Earth’s Beacon of Magic Look Previewed Ahead of Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary
When the 50th Anniversary celebrations begin at Walt Disney World Resort on October 1, 2021, icons of the four parks will come to life at night as Beacons of Magic. Imagineer Zach Riddley has previewed what EPCOT’s Spaceship Earth will look like when it becomes a Beacon of Magic for part of The World’s Most…
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Rise of the Resistance at Walt Disney World Resort to Offer Standby Queue
This Fall, Walt Disney World is bringing magic to guests in a whole new way! Starting September 23, guests visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be able to access Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance through a standby queue! In the past, guests have been able to access virtual boarding groups for this epic Star Wars…
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All “Disney Fab 50 Character Collection” Announcements for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary
Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration will feature gold character statues throughout all 4 theme parks. Called the “Disney Fab 5 Character Collection,” these golden statues each have a story as they were revealed. Imagineers, artists, voice actors, celebrity Disney fans, and many others have helped reveal these statues. As they start to appear in…
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Creations Shop Now Open at EPCOT!
EPCOT’s new flagship store, Creations Shop, is now open. This morning the store’s opening marked another step in the transformation of EPCOT. According to a post on the Disney Parks Blog, Creations Shop celebrates Disney’s legacy of creativity. This is done by honoring the nostalgia of EPCOT’s past and also the exciting promises of EPCOT’s…
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Menu and More Revealed for EPCOT’s Space 220
The menu and other details have been revealed for EPCOT’s soon-to-be-open Space 220 restaurant. First off, it will be opening on September 20. The first week will be available solely for walk-ups with reservations becoming available starting September 27th. Reservations can be booked starting on September 20th. Along with details about when and how to…
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Candlelight Processional Returning to EPCOT
An annual holiday tradition is making its return to EPCOT this year. Today it was announced that the Candlelight Processional will be returning for the Festival of Holidays. This comes after it was not presented last year due to the pandemic. The Candlelight Processional has a long legacy at both Walt Disney World and also…