Category: Walt Disney World Resort
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The Magic in the Maintenance of the ESPN Wide World of Sports
Many different types of magic happen both visibly and invisibly that make for a magical experience for guests visiting Walt Disney World Resort. Some of these people can be seen singing and dancing, operating attractions, or even serving ice cream. Other jobs may not be so visible, but the results of what is done are…
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Louis the Alligator Sipper Coming to Disneyland June 1
Disney Park guests are always looking for the newest novelty item whenever they visit the parks. The next special novelty item will feature Louis the Alligator from The Princess and the Frog. The Louis Sipper will be arriving at Disneyland on June 1. The sipper will be available at Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree, Jolly Holiday…
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Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Once Again Retains MICHELIN Star
For almost any Disney fan who has experienced it, Walt Disney World Resort’s Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is recognized as the best Disney restaurant, period. Once again, Disney fans aren’t the only ones giving this restaurant high accolades. For the third year in a row, the restaurant has retained…
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Disney Partners with AccuWeather for Disney Parks Weather App
Disney and AccuWeather have teamed up on a new app that will help guests plan for park visits by knowing weather reports. The new app, called Disney Weather Check, will allow guests to check the weather before (and as) they visit their favorite Disney destination. This will include Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Aulani,…
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Disney Reveals Details About Drawn To Wonderland at The Magic of Disney Animation
Disney’s Hollywood Studios is seeing a lot of magic being added inside its gates. This includes the recently opened Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets in one corner of the park. Work continues on a new Monsters, Inc. inspired attraction and land in another corner. In the center of the park, The Magic of…
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There’s a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow for Reimagined Carousel of Progress
The Carousel of Progress is going to get a new great big beautiful tomorrow. Last year, it was announced that the attraction would be receiving a new Walt Disney audio-animatronic after the introduction of the figure in Walt Disney – A Magical Life at Disneyland earlier in the year. Today, it was announced that Walt…
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Rizzo the Rat Gives Tour of Newly Opened Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets
Today, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets officially opened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This new version of the attraction is a love letter to The Muppets and is packed with Easter Eggs. With the official opening, it is only appropriate that one of The Muppets gives a tour of G Force Records. For this…
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Joe From Legal Provides Clarification on Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets officially opens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on May 26, 2026. When it does, fans will get to rock out with The Muppets at Walt Disney World Resort in a whole new way. This will start with a tour of G-Force Records, now being run by The Muppets. It…
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From Sea to Shining Sea: Walt Disney Imagineering’s Tom Fitzgerald on Creating Soarin’ Across America
On May 26th at Walt Disney World’s EPCOT and then on July 2nd at Disney California Adventure at the Disneyland Resort, Soarin’ Across America will take guests on a sweeping flight across some of the most iconic sights found in the United States of America. This third iteration of the attraction comes as Disney joins…
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Take a Look at the Easter Eggs at Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets officially opens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on May 26, 2026. When it does, there will be plenty of fun Easter Eggs and nods to The Muppets found throughout the attraction by Muppet fans. These all begin from the moment guests walk up to the area, enter the queue,…
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Guide: Updated Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run
Starting May 22nd, the updated Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run will be taking flight. For these updated experiences, the Mandalorian and Grogu will both be joining the fun for missions that see the Millennium Falcon starting at Tatooine and then heading to Bespin, Endor, or Coruscant. Just as with the original version of the attraction, Hondo…
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Magic Found in Details of The Magic of Disney Animation Courtyard
The Magic of Disney Animation courtyard has opened early. Officially scheduled to open on May 26th, this area recreates the look and feel of The Walt Disney Studios. This area provides access to the future The Magic of Disney Animation, the Studio Theater with The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure, and also a soundstage…
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Soarin’ Across America Score Now Available on Music Streaming Services
Soarin’ Across America officially debuts at Walt Disney World Resort on May 26th in EPCOT and Disneyland Resort at Disney California Adventure on July 2nd. Ahead of the arrival of this newest version of Soarin’, the score by Bruce Broughton has been released on music streaming services. The release comes with the version of the…
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Check Out All The Versions of Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run with Mandalorian and Grogo at Disneyland!
On Friday, May 22, 2026, the world will get a brand new Star Wars film with The Mandalorian and Grogu. With the opening of this film in theaters, there will also be a new update of Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This new version adds new gameplay, new destinations, and…
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Buzz Lightyear, Jessie, and Woody Are Debuting New Accessories in Disney Parks Ahead of ‘Toy Story 5’
Toy Story 5 arrives in theaters on June 19, 2026. When it does, Woody, Jessie, and Buzz will be off on a new adventure as they face the challenges that come with technology in toys! Today, the Disney Parks shared that the Toy Story trio will be debuting new accessories to their looks in the…
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Special Perks Available for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders at Passholder Lounge in EPCOT
The Walt Disney World Annual Passholder Lounge is back at Restaurant Marrakesh in the Morocco Pavilion at EPCOT, and there are special V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days perks. Open daily from 11 am – 7 pm, this relaxing air-conditioned space will offer complimentary snacks, water, and Moroccan mint tea, a unique Disney PhotoPass Animated Magic Shot, and…
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Walt Disney World Resort Reveals New Photos and Video of Updated Cinderella Castle
The new paint job on Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom is nearly complete. This project at Walt Disney World Resort was announced at Destination D23 last fall. Work began earlier this year. Already, the castle is looking beautiful with this new look that draws inspiration from its classic look. As work comes to completion, Disney…
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Tiffins Restaurant Celebrates 10th Anniversary With New Menu Items
10 years ago, Tiffins Restaurant opened at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. During the decade it has been open, it has offered incredible global cuisine that has been inspired by travel around the world. As the restaurant celebrates this milestone anniversary, the Disney Parks Blog shared about the restaurant and the new flavors that can now be…
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Disney Experiences Chairman Thomas Mazloum Picks New Leaders for Walt Disney World, Disney Signature Experiences, and Disneyland Paris
The game of musical chairs of Disney leadership continues at The Walt Disney Company. After the elevation of former Disney Experience Chairman Josh D’Amaro to the role of Disney CEO, the former Disneyland President Thomas Mazloum was promoted to the role of leading Disney Experiences. This set off one round of musical chairs that saw…
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GUIDE: ‘Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Offerings in the Disney Parks
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu arrives in theaters on May 22, 2026. With the arrival of this film in theaters, both Djin Djarin and Grogu experiences can be found throughout the Disney Parks! This includes updates to Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, a new show in Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s…
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Statler and Waldorf Find New Disney’s Hollywood Studios Home
After the closure of Muppet*Vision 3D, many Disney fans hoped that Statler and Waldorf would find a new home somewhere. Many hoped that home would be with the Walt Disney Archives or potentially a remounted Muppet*Vision 3D somewhere else. Today, the new home for the old Muppet hecklers was revealed. Their new home is in…
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Disney Reveals Preshow for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets
Ahead of its official opening on May 26, 2026, of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, Disney has been giving glimpses as to what guests can expect! This includes photos of the pre-show/queue, the new eatery that is next to the attraction, and even the new shop! Now, a new video has been shared…
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Geek Eats: Mandalorian and Grogu Menus and More Coming to Disney Parks
The Mandalorian and Grogu arrives in theaters on May 22nd. When it does, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run will be updated with new destinations and experiences for riders to enjoy. In anticipation of the new movie and updated attraction, Disney chefs have been hard at work creating new, delicious offerings for guests to enjoy. Some of…
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Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Merchandise Revealed
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets opens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on May 26, 2026. As the opening date gets closer, fans are eagerly anticipating the chance to experience more Muppets, Muppet FØØD, and also merchandise that is connected with these new Muppet experiences! Today, along with new photos of the attraction, Disney revealed…