Disneyland will celebrate its 68th Anniversary on Monday, July 17, 2023, and it will offer a special anniversary donut for guests to enjoy. The Details Disneyland’s Anniversary Donut is a vanilla iced donut filled with cherry compote, topped with whipped topping and chocolate san … | Continue reading
Disney Treasure, sister ship to the Disney Wish, is currently being built, and Disney Cruise Line has released new photos showing the ship’s progress. Building the Ship The Disney Treasure’s story began with the start of construction in January of 2023 and, so far, we’ve seen the … | Continue reading
Mears Connect and the Sunshine Flyer, two services offering visitors rides between the Orlando International Airport and Walt Disney World, have announced they are merging into one service that will be called Mears Connect Driven by Sunshine. The Details Mears Connect and the Sun … | Continue reading
To celebrate the upcoming release of “Haunted Mansion” on July 28, Disneyland’s culinary team has whipped up some limited time treats that will be available starting today (July 14, 2023). The Menu Here are the film-inspired food and beverages that will be offered, and where to f … | Continue reading
Following the news that Disney CEO Bob Iger would be extending his contract another two years, he appeared on CNBC’s “Squawk Box” news show to talk about several issues pertaining to The Walt Disney Company. In a lengthy sit-down with CNBC’s David Faber from the Sun Valley Confer … | Continue reading
Disneyland, the theme park that started it all, has announced it will celebrate its 68th Anniversary on Monday, July 17, 2023, with a special celebratory cavalcade down Main Street U.S.A. The Details The event will take place inside Disneyland Park at Disneyland Resort, and will … | Continue reading
New to Walt Disney World’s holiday line-up is the new “Disney Jollywood Nights” separately ticketed event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and D23 is offering its gold members a lounge and reserved viewing Area on two nights. The Details On November 27 and 29, 2023, D23 Gold member … | Continue reading
Nominations were announced this morning (July 12, 2023) for the 75th Primetime Emmy® Awards, and Disney Entertainment received 163 nominations across its content brands and studios. These include ABC, ABC News Studios, Disney Branded Television, Disney+, Disney Television Studios … | Continue reading
The Walt Disney Company Board of Directors announced this afternoon that Bob Iger has agreed to continue to serve as the company’s Chief Executive Officer through December 31, 2026. The Details Iger’s second term as Disney CEO was to end next year, in 2024, but in voting unanimou … | Continue reading
Searchlight Pictures’ “Theater Camp” will debut in theaters this weekend, with special screenings in New York City and Los Angeles with the filmmakers and various cast members. The Film Tony Award winner Ben Platt and Molly Gordon star in the new original comedy “Theater Camp” as … | Continue reading
The premiere of the new “Haunted Mansion” movie is scheduled to take place this Saturday, July 15, at the Hyperion Theater at Disney California Adventure at Disneyland Resort, but at this point, it’s unknown what type of premiere it will be. The Details As planned, the Hyperion T … | Continue reading
Disney+ has released a new trailer for Lucasfilm’s “Star Wars: Ahsoka,” and they also made an announcement about the series’ debut next month. The Debut It was announced earlier this summer that the new “Star Wars: Ahsoka” series would debut on Disney+ on August 23, 2023. Disney+ … | Continue reading
Marvel fans got their first look at Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine return in “Deadpool 3,” as both stars Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman took to their Instagram stories with a new still from the film. The Details The photo shows Deadpool and Wolverine walking down a beach, but what caug … | Continue reading
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels have announced big savings for Florida residents, Disney Annual Passholders, and teachers/school support staff who want to visit Walt Disney World this summer. The Details Walt Disney World Annual Passholders and Florida residents can … | Continue reading
The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE returns July 27 to November 18, 2023, and Disney has released menus for most of the Global Marketplaces. This year, guests will be able to sip and savor at more than 25 Global Marketplaces throughout EPCOT, … | Continue reading
During the summer months, ABC’s “Good Morning America” hosts headliner concerts on select dates that air live toward the end of the morning’s newscast, and they’ve announced this year’s Summer Concert Series line-up that kicks off on July 14, 2023. The Line-Up The concerts will a … | Continue reading
One of the fun things to do as you eat your way around the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE is “Emile’s Fromage Montage,” which returns for 2023. The Details “Emile’s Fromage Montage” is a food stroll/scavenger hunt of sorts, and will happen daily t … | Continue reading
After weeks of rumors, it’s been confirmed that actress Jennifer Garner will once again play the Marvel Comics’ character of Elektra in the upcoming “Deadpool 3.” The Details Jennifer Garner first played the role of Elektra in 2003 film “Daredevil,” featuring Ben Affleck as the t … | Continue reading
Fans of this year’s “The Little Mermaid” will soon be able to enjoy the film at home…or wherever they are…as dates have been announced for the film’s release on digital, 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD formats. The Details Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” arrives at digital retailers, … | Continue reading
“Drawn to Life” presented by Cirque du Soleil and Disney at Walt Disney World has announced summer savings for everyone with tickets as low as $59 per person. The Details This summer offer includes tickets starting at $59 for adults and $44 for children (excluding taxes and appli … | Continue reading
July is sure to satisfy any Disney Springs foodie, with the annual “Flavors of Florida” promotion and culinary demonstrations, “Indiana Jones”-themed food and drinks, and both new and limited menu items to enjoy. Are you hungry? Here are the rest of the yummy news bites: B.B. Wol … | Continue reading
Director Peter Sohn, who has helmed Pixar films such as “Elemental,” was recently invited to take a tour of the new Pixar Place Hotel at Disneyland Resort. The Details Disneyland Resort is currently in the process of transforming Disney’s Paradise Pier hotel into the Pixar Place … | Continue reading
The “Eat to the Beat” concert series is part of the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, and the best way to guarantee a seat is by purchasing a dining package. Guests can do that starting July 6, 2023. The Details The full list of “Eat to the Beat” headliners was released i … | Continue reading
“Flavors of Florida” has returned to Walt Disney World offering food and drink with Florida flair, and new for 2023, there are culinary demonstrations featuring the chefs behind many of the Disney Springs restaurants. The Details Disney Springs features amazing food from chefs li … | Continue reading
Fourth of July celebrations kicked off at Magic Kingdom this morning, as the U.S. Air Force jets roared over Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World. Details The U.S. Air Force showcased their synchronized maneuvers with two incredible flyovers over Magic Kingdom as part of their … | Continue reading
As part of its #Disney100 collection, celebrating Disney’s 100th Anniversary, Citizen has unveiled new timepieces for Cinderella, Ariel, and Ursula. Cinderella The watch’s captivating dial was designed by Disney artist Jeff Shelly, and pays homage to the moment Disney Princess Ci … | Continue reading
“Flavors of Florida” presented by CORKCICLE returns for another year at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World with over 30 locations serving up food with a Florida flair. Through August 13, 2023, experience homegrown flavors of Florida, from citrus to seafood, in food and drink for … | Continue reading
It’s been a rough summer for movies so far, and while “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” claimed the top spot at the box office in its opening weekend, the total ticket sales were less than expected for this much touted fifth installment in the series. Box Office Totals Acco … | Continue reading
Fourth of July celebrations are happening this week in the U.S., and the culinary teams of Disneyland and Walt Disney World have come up with some tasty limited edition treats to enjoy, both sweet and savory. Some of the items will actually be staying around the rest of the summe … | Continue reading
July 4th is a time for patriotic celebrations across the United States, and the Walt Disney World Resort will be joining in the celebrations with fun, fireworks, and a military flyover over the Magic Kingdom. Schedule of Events: U.S. Air Force Flyover of the Magic Kingdom – The f … | Continue reading
To celebrate the release of the new “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” movie this weekend, ABC’s “Good Morning America” took a behind the scenes look at the “Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular!” at Walt Disney World. The Video A little over 4 minutes long, the video shows … | Continue reading
Poor Disneyland Paris … in the midst of cast member union strikes (which are currently on hold while talks occur), its operations are now being impacted by the current unrest in France. The Details The unrest in France is due to protests over the killing of a 17-year-old, who was … | Continue reading
The 2023 Television Critics Association (TCA) Award Nominations are out, and Disney has a total of 30 nominations across all of their brands. The channel/streamer breakdown sees 10 nominations for FX, 9 for Disney+, four each for ABC and Hulu, and one each for Disney Channel, ESP … | Continue reading
Disney has shared a first look at Princess Tiana’s new Bayou-inspired costume at this weekend’s Essence Fest that will be featured in the upcoming “Tiana’s Bayou Adventure” attraction. The Look Earlier this year, Disney shared a conceptual art image of Tiana in her Bayou outfit f … | Continue reading
Alan Arkin, an Oscar-winning actor with a body of work that spans seven decades, died June 29 at his home in Carlsbad, CA. He was 89. His Early Life Alan Wolf Arkin was born in Brooklyn, New York, on March 26, 1934, the son of David I. Arkin, a painter and writer, and his wife,… … | Continue reading
National Geographic’s Annual “Sharkfest” is about to kick off another season on July 2, and it’s so big, it’s going to take place across National Geographic, Nat Geo WILD, Nat Geo MUNDO, Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN2! About Sharkfest Because one week is simply not enough, “Sharkfest” … | Continue reading
To celebrate Disney’s 100th Anniversary, eight classic Disney films will be heading back to theaters for two-week limited engagements this summer and fall. The Films The films are a mix of Disney Animation and Pixar Studio favorites, with one Disney live-action thrown in. Here is … | Continue reading
Love singing along to the live recording of the hit Broadway show “Hamilton” that is on Disney+? Just in time for this year’s 4th of July, a new sing-along version of the show will debut on the streamer June 30, 2023. The Details This week marks the three-year anniversary of “Ham … | Continue reading
There are three major attractions at Disneyland Resort that will be closing in July 2023 for scheduled refurbishment: “Toy Story Mania,” “Alice In Wonderland,” and “Soarin’ Around the World,” as well as the Disneyland Monorail,and we have the details on each. Disneyland Monorail … | Continue reading
“Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” releases into theaters June 30, and Disney Parks culinary teams have created limited-time food and drink offerings at Disneyland and Walt Disney World to celebrate the film. Some of the Walt Disney World items are already available to enjoy … | Continue reading
“Rogers: The Musical” kicks off at Disney California Adventure this Friday, June 30, and Disneyland has released a look at the making of the show. Behind The Scenes It takes a lot of effort and creativity to pull off a Disney show that will thrill guests several times daily, and … | Continue reading
A major step was accomplished overnight as Walt Disney Imagineers added a tiara-topped water tower as part of the transformation of “Tiana’s Bayou Adventure” at Walt Disney World. The Details This isn’t any water tower, it’s a tiara-topped water tower, and the crown’s design incl … | Continue reading
“Shrunk,” a sequel to the popular “Honey, I Shrunk The Kids” film series, was first announced in 2020, but nothing much has been heard about it until Disney Legend Josh Gad posted an update to his social media this week. The Update Gad, who was set to star in “Shrunk,” posted the … | Continue reading
“World of Frozen” is set to open at Hong Kong Disneyland in November, and new concept art has been released showing the two themed attractions, along with dining and shopping experiences. Wandering Oaken’s Sliding Sleighs We’ve already seen photos of Olaf and Sven from inside “Wa … | Continue reading
Hulu has announced it will once again serve as the official streaming destination of the ESSENCE Festival of Culture, presented by Coca-Cola, and co-sponsored by Disney. The Festival The ESSENCE Festival of Culture celebrates Black music and culture, and this year's event will ce … | Continue reading
Disney has welcomed the birth of rare Cotton-Top Tamarin twins to Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World, and here’s what we know about them. The New Additions The birth of these new baby animals has doubled the number of Tamarin monkeys who call Disney’s Animal Kingdom hom … | Continue reading
The holiday season at the end of the year is a great time to visit Walt Disney World, and to make a visit even more enticing, there are four new room discount offers for holiday stays. The Discounts Here are the discounts that have become available for booking Walt Disney World r … | Continue reading
Disney and The LEGO Group are collaborating to release a new LEGO | Disney Castle set to celebrate 100 years of Disney, and we have all the details. About the Set The new LEGO | Disney Castle set is a homage to the iconic castle at the beginning of all Disney movies. The 4,837-pi … | Continue reading