Category: Walt Disney World Resort
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Voice of Mickey Mouse Bret Iwan Releases New Art and Will Appear at EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Bret Iwan, the official voice of Mickey Mouse, has announced that he has created and released new artwork that is at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. He will also be appearing at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts for the first time. The announcement was made on Bret Iwan’s social media channels.…
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Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings & Honeymoons Announces New Venue, Princess Dresses, and a New Coach Ahead of Valentine’s Day
Just before Valentine’s Day, Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings & Honeymoons made several announcements. This includes a new venue at Walt Disney World Resort, princess dresses, and a beautiful new platinum coach for weddings at the Disneyland Resort. Below is a look at all of the new offerings that were announced today by Disney’s Fairy Tale…
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Baby Okapi Makes First Appearance at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
A rare baby Okapi has made its first appearance at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Guests on the Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail could see this youngster. Scott Terrell, DVM, DACVP, Director of Animal & Science Operations, Walt Disney Parks & Resorts shared about the arrival of this young one named Elijah. Read about it here: What do…
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Federal Judge Dismisses Disney Free Speech Lawsuit Against Governor DeSantis
A federal judge has dismissed Disney’s lawsuit against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis that alleged the governor and other Florida officials violated its First Amendment rights. This comes as Governor DeSantis and the other defendants had argued that the case should be dismissed because Disney couldn’t sue over constitutionally enacted state laws. “Disney lacks standing to…
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Percy Jackson Exhibit Debuts at Walt Disney World Resort
A limited-time exhibit has arrived at Walt Disney World Resort for fans who love Percy Jackson and the Olympians. This exhibit features artifacts and costumes from the show, a photo op and an inside look at the series which chronicles a quest set out by Percy Jackson (son of Poseidon), Annabeth Chase (daughter of Athena)…
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GEEK EATS: Disney Parks Foods of Black History Month and Celebrate Soulfully 2024
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in Disney California Adventure Guides, Disney Springs Guides, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Guides, Disney’s Hollywood Studios Guides, Disneyland Park Guides, Disneyland Resort, Disneyland Resort Guides, EPCOT Guides, Food News, Geek Eats, Guides, Magic Kingdom Guides, Parks, Walt Disney World Resort, Walt Disney World Resort GuidesFebruary is Black History Month. Both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts are celebrating this month by joining it with the ongoing Celebrate Soulfully celebration in the parks with some incredible new food and beverage offerings. Throughout the year, there is music, food, and artwork celebrating Black cultures at Disney Parks to enjoy. In February,…
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“Celebrate Soulfully” During Black History Month at Walt Disney World Resort
Walt Disney World Resort is thrilled to “Celebrate Soulfully” during Black History Month in February with vibrant art, soul-stirring music, savory soul food and a limited-edition pin, embracing the richness of Black heritage. Through the talents of wonderful cast members and collaborations with a myriad of Black-owned businesses, you can “Celebrate Soulfully” across the resort…
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D23 Announces 15th Anniversary Celebration at Disney Springs
D23 is celebrating its 15th anniversary. To celebrate, there will be a special event at Disney Springs at Splitsville Luxury Lanes. It will be a night of celebrating with food, bowling, memories, special gift, and more. Tickets for this event can be purchased on the D23 website. D23 was founded on March 10, 2009 and…
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Fans Say Goodbye to Country Bear Jamboree at Walt Disney World
A Walt Disney World opening day attraction is about to close and be reimagined. Today, fans stopped by Frontierland in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom for one last showing of the Country Bear Jamboree. Fans could be seen lined up to see one last show as lines stretched out of the theater and into Frontierland.…
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New Name and Logo Revealed for Former Reedy Creek Fire Department
Yesterday, a new logo and name was revealed for the former Reedy Creek Fire Department. At a special event, Fire Chief Ferrari revealed that the fire department is now known simply as District Fire Department. The new name was determined by a vote of all 220 public safety personnel in the department. Chief Ferrari said…
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Disney and Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Agree on June Trial Date
Disney and the Governor DeSantis controlled Central Florida Tourism Oversight District have reached an agreement for when a trial will be held regarding a public records lawsuit. This lawsuit was brought by Disney against Governor DeSantis and the district and accuses both parties withholding public records it had requested as part of another ongoing lawsuit.The…
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New Disney Popcorn Has Fantastic Florida Flavor
Happy National Popcorn Day! A new popcorn flavor has popped up at Walt Disney World! It’s a special Strawberry Crunch and other must-taste-to-believe gourmet popcorn flavors created by a Florida family business with a knack for delighting taste buds at Walt Disney World – Popcorn Junkie! Popcorn Junkie is a family-run business owned by Neal and…
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Walt Disney World Extends Disney After Hours Events Into Summer
Walt Disney World Resort has revealed that Disney After Hours events have been extended through August 2024!
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Walt Disney World Resort Reveals Details About 2024 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
The calendar may say winter, but spring is nearly blooming at the Walt Disney World Resort. And spring means that the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is just around the corner! Mark your calendars as this year’s festival will begin on February 28, and continue through May 27 for 90 days full of beautiful…
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Disney’s New Fort Wilderness Cabins to Open on July 1
Just in time for Independence Day celebrations, Disney’s New Fort Wilderness Cabins will be opening on July 1, 2024. This will provide an updated way for people to stay at Walt Disney World Resort at Disney’s newest Disney Vacation Club property, The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort. When they open, the cabins will offer…
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Now on shopDisney: Figment Fig-Clair Disney Munchlings Plush – Specialty Treats – EPCOT Festival of the Arts
A new EPCOT Festival of the Arts merchandise offering that Figment fans will love is now on shopDisney. A Figment Fig-Clair Disney Munchlings Plush – Specialty Treats – EPCOT Festival of the Arts is now available and definitely could be popular. It IS a limited release. EPCOT Festival of the Arts runs from January 12 through…
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New Disneyland and Walt Disney World Mickey Mouse Valentine’s Day Starbucks Tumblers Arrive on shopDisney
Two new Starbucks tumblers have arrived on shopDisney ahead of Valentine’s Day. One of these new tumblers is a Mickey Mouse Valentine’s Day Starbucks® Tumbler with Straw themed to Disneyland, and the other is to Walt Disney World Resort. These look like they will be popular and could sell out. Below are the details and…
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America’s Teens Set to Dream Big at 2024 Disney Dreamers Academy at Walt Disney World Resort
Exclusive Walt Disney World Resort mentoring event fosters dreams of Black students and teens from underrepresented communities; 100 outstanding students from New York to California to be part of the multi-day event in April. LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Jan. 15, 2024) – They want to build rocket ships that soar through the galaxy; teach people nationwide…
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Andrew Warren Decision Used in Disney Lawsuit Against Governor DeSantis
A ruling about former Andrew Warren’s lawsuit against Governor DeSantis has been filed by The Walt Disney Company in its own lawsuit against the Governor. This comes after the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled against Warren’s suspension by Governor DeSantis after Warren opposed efforts to criminalize abortion and gender-transition treatments for children. This was…
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Florida Republican House Speaker Says No to Disney District Legislation Changes
The Republican House Speaker in Florida has said no to legislation that would return the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District to its former iteration, the Reedy Creek Improvement District. The district is the home to most of Walt Disney World Resort. While talking to reporters on Tuesday, House Speaker Paul Renner said that he still…
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Two Communities Within the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Prepare For End of Services Agreement
Lake Buena Vista and Bay Lake met this last Wednesday to prepare for the end of a services agreement with the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District. This will lead to the district no longer providing most government services for these two communities. This transition will take place on January 16, 2024. The change comes as…
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Current Country Bear Jamboree Set to Close This Month to Make Way For New Show
The Country Bear Musical Jamboree is set to be coming to Magic Kingdom in 2024. Today Disney announced updates about this new iteration of this beloved opening day attraction. First off, the current Country Bear Jamboree will be ending its run at Walt Disney World on January 27, 2024. Below is a video of this…
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Walt Disney World Resort’s Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Closed for Multi-Month Refurbishment
One of the more popular attractions at Walt Disney World Resort is now closed for a multi-month refurbishment. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios closed on Monday for a routine refurbishment that will see no changes to the theme. The attraction closed on Monday, January 8, 2024, and is expected to reopen in…
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Walt Disney World Resort Announces Florida Resident Disney Thrills Ticket
Walt Disney World Resort has announced a new discount for Florida residents wishing to visit in 2024. The Florida Resident Disney Thrill Ticket will be available to purchase starting on January 11th and is a 2-day ticket for $199 (plus tax). There is also the ability to extend this to a 3-day ticket for $219…