Tag: Disney Geek News
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Haunted Mansion Closure Dates Revealed for Transformation to Haunted Mansion Holiday
Every year, the Haunted Mansion closes so that it can be transformed into Haunted Mansion Holiday. The reopening of the holiday version of the attraction generally lines up with the start of Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort. The dates that the Haunted Mansion is scheduled to be closed have been revealed on the calendar…
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New Dishes Arrive at Hollywood Brown Derby at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Summer is here, and that means there’s been a menu update at Hollywood Brown Derby Restaurant at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World. First up is the Pan-Roasted Halibut. The halibut is served on a bed of leek vichyssoise risotto, pea, and citrus. This entrée is $54. Next is the Char Grilled Octopus. This…
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New Artificial Grass Roof Appears on Ray’s Berets at Disneyland
For some fans who visit Disneyland regularly, there has been an ongoing watch of the roof on Ray’s Berets. This hat shop in Bayou Country has traditionally had a living grass roof since the park opened in 1955. It has gone through different iterations over the decades, but the grass roof has remained. Since becoming…
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Pixar Reveals Concept Art for ‘Loving Dory’
It has been a big couple of weeks for Pixar Animation Studios. After the excitement that led to the reveal that Taylor Swift contributed to Toy Story 5, the film was released. This release has been the strongest of the year and is being very positively received. With Toy Story 5 now in theaters, Pixar…
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New Food Options Arrive at Sunshine Seasons at EPCOT
Food is an important part of any theme park visit, and when visiting EPCOT at Walt Disney World, there is a great selection to choose from, no matter where you go. If you’re looking for Mexican-inspired dishes, you may want to check out Sunshine Seasons in The Land Pavilion at EPCOT. First up is the…
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Earl of Sandwich Opens in Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort
Earl of Sandwich is now officially open at the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort. After much speculation this week about when it would be opening, the popular sandwich shop is now officially serving guests. With this new permanent location opening at the Disneyland Resort, two new experiences have been added. They are the…
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Stitch Makes Special 626 Day Appearance at Disney California Adventure
June 6 is known by Disney fans as 626 Day. This is in reference to Stitch’s designation as Experiment 626 in the 2002 animated film Lilo & Stitch and the following specials and films. This day celebrates the themes of friendship and ‘ohana that are found in this franchise. Around the world, Disney Experiences celebrated…
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Disney and Pixar Release New Artwork For Upcoming ‘Gatto’
Gatto will be arriving in theaters on March 5, 2027. Ahead of this release, Disney and Pixar are beginning to share tidbits of what guests can see on the big screen. What has been shown looks beautiful and quite stylistically different for Pixar. It has a rustic and human feel to the look that is…
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GUIDE: Lilo & Stitch Experiences Around the Globe
Happy 626 Day! This day is all about celebrating Experiment 626. Also known as Stitch day, this is a day when fans of this furry friend come together and show their love for this iconic character. This is a celebration that focuses on the themes of friendship and ‘ohana that turned this 2002 animated film…
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New Lilo & Stitch Short to Appear Ahead of ‘Hexed’
Today is 626 Day, or Stitch Day. Every June 26 (6/26), fans celebrate Experiment 626. This year, there is an even more exciting reason to celebrate this day! Walt Disney Animation Studios has announced a new animated short that features Stitch. This will be appearing later this year in front of its next animated film,…
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Disneyland’s Pirates of the Caribbean Reopens with Next Generation Audio-Animatronics Pirate Added
Pirates of the Caribbean reopened today at Disneyland, and the next generation of Audio-Animatronics is on full display. Guests who take the plunge from the bayou into the realm of the pirates will discover that one particular pirate’s story is coming to life more than it previously did. Before the attraction closed for this most…
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Live-Action ‘Moana’ Stars Celebrate Movie Opening at Events in Australia and China
The global celebration of the live-action Moana is continuing. Stars of the film recently celebrated at events in Australia and China ahead of the film’s July 10th theatrical release. Cast members, including Dwayne Johnson, Catherine Lagaʻaia, and director Thomas Kail, were on hand for these events. Johnson returns to portray the trickster demigod Maui, and also serves as…
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New Downtown Disney Sign Appears on Future Earl of Sandwich Building
A new sign has appeared on the side of the future Earl of Sandwich and Gordon Ramsay at The Carnaby. This new Downtown Disney sign is in the retro style that the shopping, dining, and entertainment district has moved to during its transformation. The new sign became visible when walls were taken down from around…
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GUIDE: Locations of Ice Cream, Slushies, and More Cold Treats at Disneyland Resort
Summer has arrived! There are few things better than a frozen treat on a summer day while at The Happiest Place on Earth! The hardest part can become deciding what treat is the best choice at any given moment and where to get it! Thankfully, Disney has shared where to find some of these delicious…
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GUIDE: How To Get a Higher Score on Toy Story Mania!
Toy Story Mania! is a popular attraction that guests get to be immersed in an adventure with some of their favorite toys from the Toy Story franchise. With the arrival of Toy Story 5 in theaters, Disney has shared how to get a higher score on this attraction when experiencing it at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Tokyo…
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The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson Hosted by Walt Disney World Resort
The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson was hosted at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon. Nearly 600 local kids from five Central Florida nonprofits were on hand to learn critical water safety skills from Disney lifeguards and Olympic gold medal swimmer Simone Manuel. The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson is a yearly summer tradition that is organized by The World…
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D23 Gold Member Advance Screenings of Disney’s Moana (2026) Announced
D23 has announced advanced screenings of the upcoming Disney live-action Moana. This will give D23 Gold Members the chance to see this film if they are in Orlando, Florida, or Orange, California. The screening will take place on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, with tickets going on sale on Friday, June 26, 2026, 10:00 AM/1:00 PM…
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Formula 1 British Grand Prix 2026 Merchandise Arrives on Disney Store
The collaboration between Disney and Formula 1 continues. This newest chapter sees merchandise arriving for the Formula 1 British Grand Prix at Silverstone. The following items on DisneyStore.com, ahead of the grand prix that kicks off on July 2. These new products mark the arrival of the Disney x Formula 1® “Fuel the Magic” campaign launch.…
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Merchandise and Pop-Ups Coming for 626 Day
June 26, or 626 Day, is the day that Disney fans like to celebrate Stitch! 626 Day celebrates Experiment 626, another way Stitch is known in Lilo & Stitch. Ahead of this fan-led celebration of this favorite Disney character, Disney has revealed that there will be some special pop-ups and merchandise coming for the celebration.…
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Attack of the Vine! Coming to Disney Lorcana
Disney Lorcana, the Trading Card Game, continues to expand. There is a LOT to collect and play with since this game debuted in 2023. There is more on the way. The newest announcement is that Attack of the Vine will be coming to Disney Lorcana. This new set is the culmination of a year-long storyline…
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Disney Releases Disney Experience’ USA Economic Impact Report Ahead of 250th Anniversary
The United States of America is gearing up for its 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026. This year, Disney has been a part of the festivities with its Disney Celebrates America initiative. This has included special events, moments, merchandise, and the arrival of Soarin’ Across America at Walt Disney World Resort. The version of the…
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Disney Adventure World’s Crush’s Coaster to Close in September for Refurbishment
Crush’s Coaster in Disney Adventure World will soon be closing for a multi-month refurbishment. This will see the popular attraction closing on September 7, 2026. The attraction will not reopen until the summer of 2027. Disneyland Paris says that this is the most extensive renovation for the attraction since it opened in 2007. Along with…
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Check Out What’s Coming For the 2026 Holidays at Disney World
Disney is celebrating Halfway to the Holidays this week! This has led to multiple announcements and reveals on the Disney Parks Blog. This includes information about holiday parties, merchandise, overlays, and other offerings for Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. For Walt Disney World, the holidays will begin on November 13, 2026, and continue through…
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Disney Shares First Look at 2026 Holiday Merchandise
This week, Disney is celebrating Halfway to the Holidays (and so is Geeks Corner, check it out here). Throughout the week, Disney has shared announcements about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and Disney Jollywood Nights at Walt Disney World Resort, along with the return of beloved holiday overlays at the Disneyland Resort. There were also…