Tag: Walt Disney World Resort
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VIDEO: Happily Ever After at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom
Since it debuted in 2017, Happily Ever After has been a fan favorite fireworks spectacular at the Magic Kingdom. The nighttime spectacular includes pyrotechnics, projections, and other effects. This is a celebration of favorite Disney stories that remind people to reach out and find their Happily Ever After. Recently, the Daps Magic team stopped by…
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New Poster Released for ‘Zootopia: Better Zoogether!’ Ahead of Attraction’s Debut
A new poster has been revealed for Zootopia: Better Zoogether! This comes ahead of the debut of the 4D experience in the Tree of Life in Disney’s Animal Kingdom on November 7, 2025. The new poster gives a view of some of the characters that will be seen in the show. It also teases what…
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Check Out the Merchandise for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is returning to Magic Kingdom on select dates throughout the holidays. During this party, attendees will be able to find exclusive merchandise at the Emporium on Main Street. Below is a look at the holiday merchandise that will be exclusive to the Christmas Party at the Magic Kingdom. 2025 Mickey’s…
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The Jingle Cruise Returning to Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort
A fan-favorite holiday will be returning this year at Magic Kingdom. The Jingle Cruise will be taking over the Jungle Cruise during the holidays. This version of the Jungle Cruise sees homesick Skippers bringing their own take on the seasonal celebrations. It is a humorous approach to the holidays that builds on the classic comedic…
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New Parks Pricing, Gordon Ramsay, & Taylor Swift – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #785
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week, there is a lot of ground to cover in the realm of Disney and positive stuff! This includes a promotion for Michael Moriarty at Disney Experiences. There are also new prices for tickets, Magic Keys, and Annual Passholders at the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. There is also…
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This Year’s Halloween Buckets and Where to Find Them
There are a lot of different Halloween buckets to be found in the Disney parks this year! Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort have multiple different designs with different characters and even different functionality. What they have in common is that they are all cute. There are also some incredible sippers available this year!…
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New Military-Inspired Merchandise Arrives at Disney Parks in the United States
Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort now have new military-inspired merchandise on their shelves. This marks the third year that the Disney Parks have brought this type of collection that can be found at select stores. The new collection arrives before Veterans Day on November 11. Cappy Surette shared about this new collection on…
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Getting the Most Out of a Visit to Disney Springs
There are a LOT of things to do at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort. With over 150 dining options, brands, and entertainment offerings, it can be daunting to try and figure out what to do when visiting. Thankfully, below are some different guides for getting the most out of Disney Springs. Whether you…
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Changes Coming to Dining Offerings at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
As work continues on the transformation of DinoLand U.S.A. into Tropical Americas, different attractions, stores, and restaurants are being closed and changed as part of the changes. These closures are leading to some other changes throughout the park, as some offerings (like burgers) wouldn’t be available. Ahead of the final closure of the remnants of…
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VIDEO: Main Street Philharmonic at Walt Disney World Resort
The Main Street Philharmonic is the marching band at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. The band is made up of twelve members who play brass and percussion instruments. Throughout a day of performances, the band plays classic marches, Disney songs, and more that are both new and old. The specific times and locations that they…
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Banana Ball Headed to Walt Disney World Resort in 2026
Today, it was announced that Banana Ball is headed to the Walt Disney World Resort in 2026. The announcement was made on the Banana Ball YouTube channel, Disney+, ESPN2, and ESPN+. Unsurprisingly, the video was full of energy, dance, and other antics that one would associate with Banana Ball. This even included fireworks! During the…
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Walt Disney World Resort Cast Members Honored with Walt Disney Legacy Award
It is the time of year when cast members are honored with the Walt Disney Legacy Award (read more about this award here). This award is given to cast members who were nominated by their peers for being inspiring and continuing the legacy of Walt Disney. These cast members continue to “Dream, Create, and Inspire”…
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A Brief History of Disney Audio-Animatronics
There has been a lot of news recently surrounding Audio-Animatronics from The Walt Disney Company. Earlier this year, as a part of the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration, a new Walt Disney Audio-Animatronic debuted at Disneyland as a part of Walt Disney – A Magical Life. Walt Disney World Resort is also getting a Walt Disney…
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Audio-Animatronic Benjamin Clawhauser To Be In Zootopia: Better Zoogether!
Zootopia: Better Zoogether! officially opens at Disney’s Animal Kingdom on November 7, 2025. When it does, fans will be able to attend a watch party of a special Zoogether Day celebration with performances from all across the diverse biomes that make up Zootopia. In Zootopia: Better Zoogether!, the Tree of Life Theater will be the center at…
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Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Opening at Walt Disney World Resort in Summer 2026
Muppets fans have another reason to be excited! Along with a 50th anniversary special of The Muppet Show arriving in 2026, there will also be a new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort. Disney has now announced that Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets will be opening at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in the summer…
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EPCOT’s Frozen Ever After Getting Updated Audio-Animatronics
Guests who are experiencing Frozen Ever After get to experience the story of Frozen when they cruise through this Norway Pavilion attraction at EPCOT. For almost a decade, they have been getting to see Elsa, Anna, Kristoff, Sven, and even snowgies come to life in Audio-Animatronic form in this popular attraction. Soon, guests will get…
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Walt Disney World Resort Raises Prices on Annual Passes and Tickets
The Walt Disney World Resort has raised prices on all of its Annual Passes. It also raised prices on its tickets and other offerings. The news comes as Disneyland Resort also adjusted prices for its tickets and Magic Keys. The Annual Passes went up in price by a range of $20 – $80. Renewal rates…
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15 Years Strong – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #784
Welcome to the first episode of the 16th season of Geeks Corner! This week marks 15 years since the first episode of Geeks Corner debuted on October 5, 2010. Joining for this special week is Clocky from Sent From Disneyland! This week, there are some special moments sprinkled in with the topics from the realm…
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Hand-dipped Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bars Coming to Walt Disney World
Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bars have been a favorite of Disney Parks guests since 1985. They were given their iconic Mickey head shape in the 1990s. Since 2019, Mickey premium ice cream bars have been available at your favorite grocery store. Now they are being given an upgrade as hand-dipped Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bars…
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Walt Disney World Resort Announces New Cold Brew Offerings
Walt Disney World Resort continues to add to its cold brew lineup. In all four parks, there are new cold brew offerings to be enjoyed. There are also new cold foam offerings! On top of their being new drinks, there are also new locations to get caffeinated throughout Walt Disney World Resort! While they may…
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Medals Revealed for 2026 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend
On the weekend of January 11-15, 2026, thousands of runners will descend on Walt Disney World Resort for the 2026 Walt Disney World Marathon weekend. This will be a weekend full of magic, memories, fun, running, and also medals! Ahead of this annual weekend of events, runDisney has shared what the medals will look like…
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Co-Founder and Director of Disney Mariachi Cobre at EPCOT Honored with Walt Disney Legacy Award
In recent weeks, Daps Magic has been covering the stories of cast members who have received the Walt Disney Legacy Award this year (read about when Mr. Daps attended a Walt Disney Legacy Award ceremony here). There have been quite a few who have been from the Disneyland Resort. Today, the cast member who is…
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Memento Mori | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 6, 2014
On this day in 2014, the Memento Mori gift shop opened near the Haunted Mansion in Liberty Square at Walt Disney World. The shop is said to be Madame Leota’s 17th-century home, built near Gracey Manor. Several supernatural touches still give evidence of her presence, like a portrait of her that changes under black light,…
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Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular is the fireworks show at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. The fireworks show includes Mickey Mouse and other friends, along with lots of Halloween-themed music and moments. A large puppet of Jack Skellington from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas also makes appearances! This is an incredible fireworks spectacular that shouldn’t be missed…