Tag: Disney
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Full Eat to the Beat Concert Lineup Announced
The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is returning on August 27, 2026. It will continue through November 21st. One of the highlights of the Food & Wine Festival is the Eat to the Beat Concert Series at the American Gardens Theatre stage. This year, new headliners include Lauren Alaina, Fitz and The Tantrums, and Grace…
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Disney Shares First Look at The Wetlands at Disney Lakeshore Lodge
Work continues on Disney Lakeshore Lodge. This beautiful new nature-inspired resort is set to open in the late summer of 2027. Leading up to this exciting time, Disney is sharing information about this new destination on the south shores of Bay Lake. Today, Disney shared about a sweeping outdoor recreation area that will be found…
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New “Moana” Song Available To Stream Now
Music adds life to a movie as it helps add to the story and the scene. Disney’s live-action Moana will be coming to theaters on July 10, and of course, music will definitely help tell the story. The songs from the animated Moana from 2016 are memorable, and a new song has been announced. Written…
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Installation Begins at Disneyland Paris for New Scenes in Rivers of the Far West
New scenes are coming to the Rivers of the Far West at Disneyland Paris! Soon, when guests embark from Thunder Mesa Riverboat Landing aboard the Molly Brown, they will discover four of these new scenes on the shores of the Rivers of the Far West. Disneyland Paris has shared that these four new scenes will…
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Newest ‘Imagineer That!’ Explores Question About Flipping Roller Coaster
A new episode of Imagineer That! has arrived on YouTube, courtesy of Walt Disney Imagineering. The newest episode sees Tom Morrow 2.0 exploring the question: “How does everything stay in a roller coaster when it goes upside down?” This question comes after the recent opening of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets. In a…
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Terry Gilkyson | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 17, 1916
On this day in 1916, musician and composer Terry Gilkyson was born. He wrote the Academy Award-nominated song “The Bare Necessities” for ‘The Jungle Book’ and many other classic Disney songs. For The Jungle Book, he was ultimately replaced by the Sherman Brothers. However, this song remained in the film and is a beloved Disney…
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GUIDE: Disney+, Hulu, & ESPN in July 2026
The Walt Disney Company continues to invest in its streaming services. On all three of its streaming platforms, new content is being released regularly. From series to movies, to specials, to live events, Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN have become serious competitors in the streaming wars. This competition continues to get stronger as Disney adds more…
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Disney Announces New Full-Length Christmas Special ‘Mickey’s Home Alone’
A new Christmas special will be coming to Disney Jr. and Disney+ this holiday season. Called Mickey’s Home Alone, this new full-length Christmas special will debut during this upcoming holiday season. It appears that the special draws inspiration from a film with a similar name. It will include original songs Ho-Ho-Home for Christmas and Favorite…
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Opening Date Revealed for Level99 at Disney Springs
Since it was announced, fans have eagerly awaited the opening of Level99 at Disney Springs. This new Walt Disney World Resort experience will allow guests to experience 60+ life‑sized mini‑games and real-world challenges. Today, it was revealed that Level99 will be opening on June 29, 2026. Along with sharing the opening date for Level99, they also…
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Shanghai Disney Resort Celebrates 10th Birthday
One decade ago, Shanghai Disney Resort opened its gates to the world. Since then, it has become a beloved community and tourist destination. It has become a place where people from Shanghai and around the world come to make magical memories. As the resort officially turned ten today, tens of thousands of guests joined cast…
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Andrew Bolstein, President and General Manager of Shanghai Disney Resort, Reflects on 10 Years
Today, Shanghai Disney Resort celebrates its 10th anniversary. 10 years ago this morning, Disney and Chinese dignitaries came together at Shanghai Disneyland to open Disney’s 6th resort, its first on mainland China. Former Disney CEO Bob Iger envisioned this place to be “authentically Disney and distinctly Chinese.” This vision has continued beyond just the creation of…
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Shanghai Disney Resort | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 16, 2016
On this day in 2016, the Shanghai Disney Resort officially opened to the public. It was Disney’s twelfth theme park and the first on mainland China. On opening day, the park had six themed lands: Mickey Avenue, Gardens of Imagination, Fantasyland, Adventure Isle, Treasure Cove, and Tomorrowland. Because of Shanghai Disneyland’s commitment to be “authentically…
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Shanghai Disney Resort Turns 10 Years Old
10 years ago today, Shanghai Disney Resort officially opened to the public. Before Shanghai Disneyland officially opened, there was a dedication ceremony. During this ceremony, former Disney CEO Bob Iger dedicated this new Disney destination. He said, “To all who come to this happy place, welcome. Shanghai Disneyland is your land. Here you leave today…
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Disney Rebrands Disney Branded Television
Disney Branded Television is getting rebranded. This came after a review by the Chairman of Disney Entertainment Television, Debra OConnell. After being promoted to this role in March, she and Ayo Davis, who is president of the division, announced the change with a note to Disney Branded Television creative partners. The new name is Disney…
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Signature Coaster Spider-Man Themed Land at Shanghai Disneyland Reaches Milestone
The signature coaster for the upcoming Spider-Man themed land at Shanghai Disneyland. As the Shanghai Disney Resort celebrates its 10th anniversary on January 16, 2026, the resort revealed that track installation has been completed for this future high-speed Super Hero adventure. Along with sharing the news, photos showing the progress were also shared. Here are…
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Greta Lee Talks Humanizing Lilypad at ‘Toy Story 5’ World Premiere
Last week, stars and cast took to the red carpet for the world premiere of Toy Story 5. This came ahead of the arrival of the newest Pixar film in theaters on June 19, 2026. When fans do see this newest chapter in the Toy Story franchise, they will be introduced to Lilypad. Lilypad is…
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Shanghai Disney Resort Announces Name of Third Hotel
Shanghai Disney Resort turns 10 years old on June 16, 2026. During a special event celebrating the milestone, the resort revealed the name for a third hotel that is being built on the property. Work began on this hotel in mid-2023. Nearly three years later, the official name has been revealed for this hotel. The…
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Take a Look at the Reimagined Treehouse Villas at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort
Some absolutely magical accommodations can be found at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort. The Treehouse Villas are tucked away along the woodlands of the Sassagoula River. They offer three-bedroom hideaways with plenty of space, privacy, and tranquility. The best part? They are up off the ground and in the trees! Disney has announced that these villas are…
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Kangaroos and Wallabies Arrive at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
There are some new furry friends now found at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Kangaroos and wallabies are settling into Jumping Junction at Conservation Station. They aren’t available for most day guests to visit yet. However, this is one step closer to that! They are a part of the popular Bluey’s Wild World at Conservation Station. As…
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‘Doctor Who’ Alum Among Cast Members Joining ‘Only Murders in the Building’
The cast continues to grow for Season 6 of Only Murders in the Building. The hit Hulu series continues to reveal more cast members who are a part of the series as it takes its first trip over the pond to the United Kingdom. The most recent casting announcement reveals that multiple Doctor Who alumni…
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Encounters with a Pixie – A Tribute to Margaret Kerry
Margaret Kerry led a very full life. When she passed away last week at the age of 97, she left behind a host of friends. Many of them came to her late in life, through her fleeting association with a mischievous, ageless pixie named Tinker Bell. While I number myself among those friends, I can…
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Disneyland Grad Nite | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 15, 1961
On this day in 1961, the First Annual Disneyland Grad Nite Party took place from 11:00 PM to 5:00 AM. The first year honorees numbered 8,500 from 33 high schools, making Grad Nite the largest graduation party in the U.S. Grads paid $6 to enjoy unlimited attractions, dancing, and entertainment from the King of Swing,…
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Conan O’Brien Talks Joining ‘Toy Story’ Franchise as “Smarty Pants” and Pixar’s Creative Genius at ‘Toy Story 5’ World Premiere
Conan O’Brien is now a part of the Toy Story franchise. In Toy Story 5, O’Brien voices a new character named Smarty Pants. This past week at the world premiere of the film, Conan O’Brien spoke about the character and the creative genius of the Pixar team. In a brief interview on the red carpet,…
