Tag: Disney
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Sesame Street and Disney Muppets to Appear In FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show
As a child of the 80s, I grew up watching Sesame Street regularly. I grew up seeing Kermit the Frog as a newscaster quite frequently on the show, and the arrival and then the explosion in popularity of Elmo. In older movies from The Muppets, it was always fun to see a Sesame Street character…
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Disney Reveals New Soarin’ Across America Destinations
Soarin’ Across America will debut as part of Disney’s celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States of America this summer. It will open at EPCOT on May 26th and at Disney California Adventure on July 2nd. When it does, guests will get to visit beautiful destinations across the United States of America as…
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Disney Dollars | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 14, 2016
On this day in 2016, Disney stopped selling its exclusive currency, Disney Dollars. The bills were equal to U.S. dollars and could be spent at the Disney Parks, Stores, and Cruise Line. The $1 and $5 bills debuted in May 1987 and were followed by the $10 and $50 denominations, each with unique characters. Collectors…
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Patriotic Themed Treats Coming to Disneyland Resort May 21
Get ready to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with stars, stripes, and snacks coming to the Disneyland Resort on May 21. These patriotic-themed snacks and drink items are sure to give you a taste of Americana when visiting the Disneyland Resort. First up is the S’mores Marshmallow Wand. The marshmallow wand is covered and dipped in…
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D23 Announces Genovian Pop-Up Experience for 25th Anniversary of ‘The Princess Diaries’
It’s hard to believe it, but it has been 25 years since the world was introduced to the kingdom of Genovia in The Princess Diaries. As hard as it is to believe, this milestone is being celebrated with the D23 Genovian Pop-Up Experience. This experience will give fans the chance to tour The Doheny Mansion,…
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Hondo Ohnaka’s Preshow on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Updated at Disneyland
Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge has an update ahead of its main update. The attraction will soon feature missions with the Mandalorian and Grogu, starting on May 22nd. Ahead of this update to the attraction, the preshow with Hondo Ohnaka has been updated. The new version at Disneyland’s Star Wars:…
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New Hotel Offer Announced by Disneyland Resort
Summer is almost upon us, and as people gear up for their summer vacations, the Disneyland Resort has announced a new hotel offer. This new offer, which is available starting today (May 13th), can provide extra savings on trips to The Happiest Place on Earth! The Details This new hotel offer allows for savings of…
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GUIDE: Bluey’s Wild World at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Cool KIDS’ SUMMER is about to kick off at Walt Disney World Resort. Starting on May 26, there will be exciting offerings throughout Walt Disney World, with a focus on fun for kids. One of the most anticipated offerings is at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Bluey’s Wild World will bring guests into the world of Bluey…
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FØØD by Swedish Chef Announced by Walt Disney World Resort
The opening of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets just got a bit more Muppetational! Today, Walt Disney World Resort announced a new eatery that is themed to the culinary creations of the Swedish Chef. Called FØØD by Swedish Chef, it will be found just steps from the exit of the attraction in Disney’s…
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Visions, Star Wars, and Bananas – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #815
Welcome back to Geeks Corner! Join Mr. Daps and Caitie Bear for another insightful (and occasionally hilarious) look at the latest news from the Disneyland Resort and the broader world of Disney and geek culture. In this episode, we celebrate a major Star Wars milestone, discuss the future of Tomorrowland, and dive into the controversial…
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Conan O’Brien to Host 2027 Oscars
On March 14, 2027, the Oscars will return. With their return will come the return of Conan O’Brien as the host for the third time in a row. O’Brien won’t be the only member of the team returning, however. Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan will be returning for their fourth year as the executive producers.…
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The Little Matchgirl | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 13, 2006
On this day in 2006, Disney’s animated short ‘The Little Matchgirl’ premiered at the Eugene Film Festival in Oregon. The story was adapted from Hans Christian Andersen’s bittersweet 1845 fairy tale about a poor girl who finds comfort in the matches she sells. The short was originally created for the cancelled ‘Fantasia 2006’ project and…
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‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Coming to Disney+ in June
Avatar: Fire and Ash is currently available for digital download or physical disc formats. Soon, Disney+ subscribers will be able to watch the third movie in James Cameron’s Avatar franchise. Today, it was announced that the film will be arriving on Disney’s streaming service on June 24, 2026. Avatar: Fire and Ash tells the next chapter…
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Marvel Television Reveals ‘VisionQuest’ Premiere Date
The next series from Marvel Television now has a premiere date. Today, during Disney’s upfront presentation in New York City, it was announced that VisionQuest will be arriving on Disney+ on October 14, 2026. While not a ton is known about this new series, Marvel has shared the following information about it: Marvel Cinematic Universe…
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Window for Season Two of ‘Ahsoka’ Release Revealed
Since the end of the first season of Ahsoka, fans have eagerly waited for the second season to arrive. However, it seems like this wait was getting to be indefinite. While it was known that production was happening, a release date has been shrouded in mystery. During Disney’s upfronts today, the layers of mystery were…
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Banana Bowl to Be Streamed on Disney+
There is a lot of enthusiasm about Banana Ball happening. That excitement is growing as at today’s Upfront, Disney announced that Disney+ will be the exclusive home for this year’s Banana Bowl in the United States. This will be taking place in October. For the Banana Bowl, the top teams in the Banana Ball league…
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Disney Releases New Mickey & Friends “Gardening” LoFi Video
Disney has released a new Lofi video. This time, it is 10 hours of Mickey & Friends Gardening. This is a relaxing and cute video with subtle movements happening as the music plays. Throughout the video, the characters stay in the same place, but things do happen. Take a look at this new LoFi video…
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Mando Gets a New Familiar Ship in ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Clip
A new clip has been released ahead of the arrival of The Mandalorian and Grogu in theaters on May 22, 2026. In the clip, Mando (Pedro Pascal) is given a new ship that looks quite familiar by Colonel Ward (Sigourney Weaver). This clip also shows how certain characters get involved with this adventure in this…
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New Starbucks Tumblers Themed to Disney Parks Arrive on Disney Store
Through the years, the Starbucks mugs and tumblers that are themed to the various Disney Parks have been incredibly popular. As time has gone by, these specialty mugs and tumblers have expanded beyond the parks as the collaboration has grown. This has included Star Wars mugs, anniversary editions of merchandise, and more. Now, there are…
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Disneyland Resort Updates Pin Trading Guidelines
The Disneyland Resort has updated its pin trading guidelines. Some of these changes will change how some guests participate in this popular activity. While the basics of trading are still more or less the same, where and how it can be done will be changed. For example, the new guidelines forbid using tables, benches, or…
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TOUR: Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge After Timeline Expansion at Disneyland
On April 29, 2026, the timeline for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland was expanded. This expansion saw the arrival of more characters, props, changes to stores/shops/merchandise, and the addition of classic Star Wars musical themes that were written by John Williams. With the expansion, there are now three timelines that are a part of…
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Walt Disney | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 12, 1993
On this day in 1993, Walt Disney was inducted into the Hall of Famous Missourians. The award is given to Missouri natives who have made significant contributions to the world. Disney’s impact on film and animation was recognized with a bronze bust displayed in the third-floor rotunda of the Missouri State Capitol. Disney’s formative years…
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Walt Disney World Resort President Jeff Vahle to Retire This Summer
Jeff Vahle, the President of the Walt Disney World Resort, is going to retire this summer. After notifying his team, Vahle shared the news on LinkedIn. Vahle took on the role of president at Walt Disney World after former President Josh D’Amaro was promoted to the Disney Experience Chairman role. Vahle has been a Disney…
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‘Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume’ Opening in Omaha on May 23
Disney fans in Omaha (or visiting) will soon be able to check out Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume exhibit. On May 23rd, this exhibit will give fans the chance to step into the magic of Disney by getting up close to some iconic costumes from their favorite characters. This exhibit will…