Category: Walt Disney World Resort
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Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Dedicated at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance was dedicated tonight at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. With the help of Resistance fighters, Disney Parks, Products, and Experience Chairman Bob Chapek led a ceremony dedicating this new attraction “that can only be described as epic.” The ceremony began with Resistance fighters preparing to take new recruits aboard a transport…
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Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance to Give Guests a Galactic Experience Like Never Before!
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance will be officially open to the galaxy on December 5, 2019 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Starting January 17, 2020 guests will be able to experience the attraction at Disneyland as well in California. With the opening of this attraction at Walt Disney World, there are a lot of details…
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Mickey Shorts Theater Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in March 2020
Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway will be arriving at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on March 4, 2020. However, that isn’t the only offering coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in March. Mickey Shorts Theater will also be opening at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in March at the Walt Disney World Resort. The Mickey Shorts Theater will evoke the…
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Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser to Arrive at Walt Disney World Resort in 2021
In 2021, Star Wars fans will be able to board the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser for an experience that will take them to a galaxy far, far away. This immersive experience will offer guests the chance to live in the world of Star Wars during the course of their two-night cruise-style itinerary. Throughout this cruise,…
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DuckTales is Coming to Epcot!
DuckTales is coming to Epcot so that guests can soon join in the adventures of Uncle Scrooge and the gang. Disney’s DuckTales World Showcase Adventure will allow guests to go on a treasure hunt with Scrooge McDuck, Donald, Launchpad, Webby, and the nephews. The adventure will utilize the Play Disney Parks app. Throughout the experience,…
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Beauty and the Beast Sing-A-Long And More Films Arriving at Epcot in January
There are quite a few new film experiences coming to Epcot at the Walt Disney World Resort in 2020. As announced at the D23 Expo, there will soon be a new Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along joining Impressions de France at the France Pavilion, Awesome Planet at the Land pavilion, and Canada Far and Wide…
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Walt Disney World to Stream Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Dedication Ceremony From Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
On Wednesday, December 4, the dedication ceremony for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance be held. When it happens, Walt Disney World will be livestreaming the event. The event will bring celebrities, entertainment, and a new look at the attraction throughout the course of the livestream. This special livestream will take place on Wednesday at…
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#DisneyParksLIVE to Livestream The Candlelight Processional From Epcot on December 3
On December 3, Disney will be streaming live from Epcot a special presentation of The Candlelight Processional. For this stream, actor Neal Patrick Harris will be narrating the Christmas Story. The Candlelight Processional combines the traditional scripture of the Christmas story as read by a celebrity narrator. The narrator is joined by a mass choir…
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VIDEO: Volunteer Family of the Year Experiences Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is less than a week away from opening at the Walt Disney World Resort. This week, however, five families were given the opportunity to experience it. The families were the Volunteer Family of the Year found by The Walt Disney Company and Points of Light through Good Morning America.…
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Disney Cast Costumes Revealed for Disney’s Riviera Resort at Walt Disney World Resort
Disney’s Riviera Resort will be opening at the Walt Disney World Resort in less than a month! With the arrival of this new resort, cast members will also be arriving in new costumes. This week, the Disney Parks Blog revealed just what these costumes will look like when guests visit Disney’s Riviera Resort. The look…
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Disney Chefs Share Thanksgiving Day Tips and Also Partner with Coalition for the Homeless To Bring Thanksgiving to Community
Every year, the Coalition for the Homeless serves over 20,000 meals to those in need in Florida. Of those 20,000 meals, 9,000 of them are prepared by chefs from the Walt Disney World Resort. This happens twice each month as Disney chefs team up with Disney VoluntEARS to provide meals for 600 residents at the…
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IAAPA Recognizes Disney Parks with Four Brass Ring Awards
It’s been an amazing time for Disney! As the year comes to a close, many theme park organizations start to reflect on the year that is behind us and recognize the top performers in each category! This week, IAAPA, The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions handed out some pretty incredible awards for incredible…
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Walt Disney World Announces Return of 4-Park Magic Ticket
The Walt Disney World Resort today announced the return of the 4-Park Magic Ticket. The ticket returned today and is available at Disneyworld.com/4ParkMagic. The 4-Park Magic Ticket is $89 per day (plus tax), or $356 total (plus tax). The ticket allows guest to visit each of the four main parks at the Walt Disney World…
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Ron Jon Surf Shop Celebrates New Location at Disney Springs
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Nov 15, 2019) – Ron Jon Surf Shop will celebrate the grand opening of its newest store November 15-17 with events, activities and giveaways. The 10,000-square-foot store, which marks Ron Jon Surf Shop’s 12th location in the U.S., is situated in the Town Center at Disney Springs, the shopping, dining and entertainment district…
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Walt Disney World Resort Brings the Adventure of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to Air Travelers at Orlando International Airport
New out-of-this-world installations immerse airport guests in stunning visuals inspired by the new land inside Disney’s Hollywood Studios ORLANDO, Fla. (Nov. 16, 2019) – The Force is strong today throughout Orlando International Airport with the debut of new décor that helps travelers feel as if they’ve stepped into Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the new 14-acre…
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2020 Epcot International Festival of the Arts Celebrates Visual, Culinary and Performing Arts from Around the Globe at Walt Disney World Resort
Disney on BroadwayConcert Series, Food Studios and art-inspired family fun await guests, Jan. 17-Feb. 24 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Nov. 12, 2019) – Epcot International Festival of the Arts at Walt Disney World Resort will unveil its annual global celebration of visual, culinary and performing arts Jan. 17 and continue for 39 days through Feb. 24,…
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ABC and Disney Channel Bring the Magic of Disney Parks to Viewers with Three Holiday Specials Featuring Some of Today’s Biggest Stars
Matthew Morrison, Emma Bunton and Jesse Palmer to host ABC’s prime-time and Christmas Day specials Performers to include Sting, Shaggy, Portugal. The Man, Pentatonix, Andy Grammer, Ingrid Michaelson, Ally Brooke, Meg Donnelly, Grace VanderWaal, Lindsey Stirling and more This holiday season, ABC and Disney Channel will transport the magic of Disney Parks and Disney Cruise Line during…
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Walt Disney World Announces Extra Disney After Hours in 2020 For Sale
The Walt Disney World Resort has announced extra Disney After Hours events for the Magic Kingdom and also Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The new dates are in addition to previously announced dates. They include the following dates: Magic Kingdom Park January 23, 27 & 31 February 3, 10, 17 & 24 March 2, 9, 16, 23…
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Regal Eagle Smokehouse Craft Drafts & Barbecue Coming to Epcot in Walt Disney World
This winter, you can grab some classic American comfort food in Epcot! The American Adventure is welcoming Regal Eagle Smokehouse Craft Drafts & Barbecue for guests to enjoy! This fast-casual dining establishment will let you enjoy true American barbecue and some incredible craft brews! Here is what you’ll be able to find on the menu!…
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Walt Disney World Adds Third Super Zoom Magic Shot
The Walt Disney World Resort has launched its third Super Zoom Magic Shot. These shots zoom in and out on iconic Walt Disney World Resort locations and the guests standing within the shot. They can be acquired through Disney Photopass, Memory Maker, or Memory Maker One Day. The Super Zoom Magic Shots will be included…
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FuelRod Swapping to Remain Free at Disney Parks!
FuelRod swapping at the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts continue to be free for guests who have purchased the portable chargers. Recently, signs appeared on the kiosks throughout the domestic parks indicating that on November 1st, there would be a $3 charge for swapping fuel rods. Disney has made the decision to not implement…
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Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Renames Menu Items
This week, Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo unveiled a new look for their menu. The menu items have been renamed to blend the lines of fantasy and reality. To guests who may have been traveling on-planet for the first time, the former menu was a bit daunting. The new menu aims to make everyone…
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Walt Disney World Resort Shares First Look at Minnie’s Christmastime Fireworks Show
This week the Walt Disney World Resort shared a first look at Minnie’s Christmastime Fireworks Show. This pyrotechnic spectacular will be shown during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at the Magic Kingdom during the holiday season. This new nighttime spectacular will debut at the Walt Disney World Resort on November 8, 2019. It will celebrate…
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Merry Menagerie of Winter Animals Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom for Holiday Season
This year, Disney’s Animal Kingdom is transforming in a pretty amazing way for the holidays! Whether you adventure to Africa or to the distant world of Pandora, each corner of the park will be a winter wonderland! In an exciting addition, the park is bringing a Merry Menagerie of winter animals will delight guests all…