I had the chance to preview the newly updated Test Track 3.0 at EPCOT, thanks to a helpful cast member. We ended up experiencing the attraction three times in one visit. While this wasn’t the full grand opening experience (the attraction officially reopens July 22), it offered a … | Continue reading
The Gods Must Be Singing! For years, Disney fans have been begging for the studio’s beloved modern animated classics to make the leap to the stage. After the success of The Lion King, Aladdin, and Frozen, there’s been a lingering question: where’s Hercules? Now, after several tri … | Continue reading
There are Disney fans… and then there are Disney Fans. The kind who pour their heart, soul, and a whole lot of patience into honoring the magic in ways most of us couldn’t dream of. Today on The Disney Blog, we’re spotlighting one such fan who did just that. Meet Robert Lisinsky … | Continue reading
There’s a reason a visit to Walt Disney World feels like stepping into a different world, a world where the buildings seem taller, the sounds feel perfectly placed, and even the air smells like popcorn or freshly baked treats. You walk through these lands, from the magic of Main … | Continue reading
This summer, CommuniCore Hall at EPCOT has transformed into a goof-tastic indoor playground called GoofyCore as part of the Walt Disney World resort’s Cool Kid Summer promotion. It’s the ultimate spot to beat the Florida heat during this Gooftastic Summer! If you’re looking for a … | Continue reading
Surf’s Up! “Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride” is available today from Walt Disney Records, the first single from the highly anticipated live-action Disney’s “Lilo & Stitch” movie. “Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride” is performed by American Idol winner Iam Tongi and the Kamehameha Schools … | Continue reading
A new chapter in Disney’s global story is about to begin. Meet Disneyland Abu Dhabi, to be built in the heart of the United Arab Emirates. Disney and Miral, a creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi, have announced plans to bring a world-class Disney theme … | Continue reading
EPCOT’s International Flower & Garden Festival returns from March 5 to June 2, 2025, marking its 30th anniversary with vibrant displays and live entertainment. Why it matters: This festival offers families a blend of nature, music, and cuisine, enhancing the Disney experience wit … | Continue reading
Ever celebrate Oktoberfest at an Irish Pub? Don’t knock it until you try it, especially when that pub is Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant in Disney Springs. The fan favorite is blending Irish flair with a Munich staple in their inaugural “Oktoberfeis,” an Irish Oktoberfest beer … | Continue reading
Disney Entertainment and ESPN have announced a significant addition to their leadership team. Adam Smith has been named the new Chief Product & Technology Officer, a role that will see him overseeing the global Product and Technology group across Disney’s entertainment and sports … | Continue reading
SeaWorld Orlando continues its 60th Anniversary with an exclusive event that collectors and fans won’t want to miss. On May 31 and June 1, SeaWorld Orlando is welcomes Precious Moments figuring master sculptor, Hiko Maeda, for a signing event. This special occasion will showcase … | Continue reading
As the Emmy buzz intensifies for the cast and crew of FX and Hulu’s “Shōgun,” news has emerged in the Hollywood press about the series being extended for two more seasons. Variety reports that these additional seasons are currently in the early stages of pre-production. While not … | Continue reading
If you’ve been to the Downtown Disney area of the Disneyland Resort recently, you’ve probably stumbled across a big blue Police Box that looks like it was teleported their from 1960s era London. You weren’t seeing things. It is a promotion for the BBC series “Doctor Who” which is … | Continue reading
Beginning June 28th Magic Kingdom guests looking to enjoy Tiana’s Bayou Adventure starting in late June just got some important updates from Walt Disney World as to how the queue will work. Yes, there will be a virtual queue, as TRON Lightcycle / Run works today, but the attracti … | Continue reading
Following its record-breaking success as the biggest IMAX exclusive event release ever, “Queen Rock Montreal” will make its global streaming premiere May 15 on Disney+ as the first concert film available with IMAX Enhanced sound powered by DTS. The Details Experience rock & roll … | Continue reading
20th Century Studios’ “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” not only came in at #1 at the box office its opening weekend, but it also exceeded industry expectations. The Details “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” took in $58.5 million domestically, which is the third highest debut … | Continue reading
Walt Disney World has announced that Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will be opening this summer. The formal announcement was supposed to be made during tonight’s “Disney Night” on “American Idol,” but a slip up released the information earlier today. The Details Get ready to head to Lou … | Continue reading
We have a look at the progress of construction on the new DVC tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, as well as the new name, opening date, and when it’ll start accepting bookings. The Update The DVC tower has a new name: Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bun … | Continue reading
One of guests’ favorite things about staying at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge are the animals that roam the savanna outside, and this week Walt Disney World has announced the birth of a new baby Addax to the herd that roams the resort. The Details The newest member of the Addax h … | Continue reading
FX is excited about the upcoming season for its Emmy-winning series “The Bear,” and it wants viewers to get excited so they’ve released a teaser trailer for season 3, along with the season’s premiere date. The Season “The Bear” tells the story of Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto (Jeremy A … | Continue reading
“American Idol” brings its annual “Disney Night” to Walt Disney World for an evening of performances featuring Disney songs, and here’s what you need to know. The Details When “American Idol” arrives for “Disney Night,” five singers are left in the competition: Abi Carter, Emmy R … | Continue reading
“The Simpsons” celebrate Mother’s Day in a new stand-alone short episode called “May the 12th Be with You” that is now available on Disney+. The Details In the upcoming short, it’s Mother’s Day and Marge Simpson joins the moms of Disney+ on a special holiday outing that turns int … | Continue reading
Disney Entertainment and Warner Bros. Discovery have announced a new streaming bundle that will include Disney+, Hulu, and Max together starting this summer, and here’s what we know. The Details Beginning this Summer in the U.S, the streaming services will be offered together, pr … | Continue reading
In appreciation of the hard work and dedication of teachers and educators, Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels are offering a 20% savings during the summer break season, and we have the details. The Hotels Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels include: All Disney Springs Resort Area Ho … | Continue reading
Mother’s Day is May 12th, and the culinary teams at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World have created several treats to celebrate the holiday. We also have some Mother’s Day feasts guests can enjoy on the day – and yes, reservations are recommended. Here are the Mother’s Day c … | Continue reading
Last night (May 7th) the Anaheim City Council held it’s last meeting regarding the DisneylandForward expansion plan from The Walt Disney Company, and gave its final approval. The Details The council voted 7-0 to give the final approval to the project, following a previous unanimo … | Continue reading
Disney Cruise Line (DCL) will soon be opening the first “Haunted Mansion” locaation on board a ship when The Haunted Mansion Parlor opens on the Disney Treasure, and they’ve released some new details as part of Disney Park’s “Halfway to Halloween” event. The Details Disney Cruise … | Continue reading
As part of this week’s “Halfway to Halloween” event, Disney has announced this year’s dates for “Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party” at Disneyland Resort. The Details “Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party” will return to take over Disney California Adventure par … | Continue reading
As part of its “Halfway to Halloween” celebration this week, Disney Parks has revealed dates for the annual “Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party,” as well as the date when tickets go on sale. The Dates “Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party” returns for another year to Magic Ki … | Continue reading
Disney Springs always has a lot to offer a foodie visiting Walt Disney World, and whether you prefer sweet or savory, and we have a bunch of news to share. May 2024 brings Disney Springs foodie news of special events, limited-time menu items, monthly flavors, and so much more. Ar … | Continue reading
National Geographic will debut “Billy & Molly: An Otter Love Story,” called one of 2024’s very best documentaries, on May 6, 2024. The Details When a wild otter in desperate need of help washes up on his jetty in the remote Scottish islands of Shetland, Billy Mail, his wife Susan … | Continue reading
Tickets went on sale earlier this week for Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025, and now the first four celebrity guests have been revealed. The Guests The “Star Wars” universe has a wealth of potential guests to invite to the biggest “Star Wars” event of 2025, and these four are the … | Continue reading
In honor of Star Wars Day, Bones Coffee Company has released its new ‘Star Wars’-inspired coffee collection, and we have all the details. The Coffees Designed for “Star Wars” fans and coffee lovers alike, the collection includes three all new Bones Coffee flavors, as well as them … | Continue reading
In honor of Star Wars Day, Insight Editions has announced its upcoming schedule of “Star Wars” -themed books to be released in 2024. These can all be pre-ordered from your favorite book retailer, and if you order by May 6th at 11:59pm PT, you’ll get 40% off most of these and othe … | Continue reading
“Star Wars” creator George Lucas has been chosen to receive this year’s Honorary Palme d’Or at the upcoming 77th Cannes Film Festival, for his contributions to film. The Details Lucas actually got one of his big breaks at the festival when his first 1971 film, “THX-1138,” was cho … | Continue reading
It’s Star Wars Day, so Disney+ has treated fans to another trailer for it’s upcoming series, “The Acolyte,” which fleshes out the storyline a bit more, along with new poster key art. The Series The series is about an investigation into a shocking crime spree which pits a respecte … | Continue reading
This month both Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World are celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by having their culinary teams create an array of tasty dishes that are inspired by Asian American and Pacific Islander flavors. These include new and limite … | Continue reading
McDonald’s is currently featurong Happy Meal toys from Marvel Studios’ “Captain America: Brave New World,” even though the movie is now scheduled for February 14 2025. This is because the movie was scheduled to be released July 26, 2024, but a date change in November 2023 bumped … | Continue reading
Disney+ has released a final clip for Lucasfilm’s upcoming, original animated series “Star Wars: Tales of the Empire,” which will debut on the streamer on May 4, 2024. The Details Star Wars: Tales of the Empire” is a six-episode journey into the fearsome Galactic Empire through t … | Continue reading
Disneyland Resort has announced a new 2024 summer ticket offer for guests offering a 3-Day ticket allowing one park per day as low as $50 per Child and $83 per adult, per day, along with discounts on hotel stays. The Ticket Details These three-day, one-park per day tickets start … | Continue reading
Ever wanted to stay in Carl’s house from Pixar’s “Up,” or Professor X’s school mansion from the X-Men? Now you might be able to with Airbnb’s new Icons collection of rentals The Details Airbnb will embrace pop culture to offer its users the ability to stay in iconic properties, b … | Continue reading
One of guests’ favorite ways to get to Disney Springs at Walt Disney World from certain resorts are the water taxis, but unfortunately, that water transportation is not currently not operating. The Details It hasn’t rained much in the Orlando area, which makes the water levels lo … | Continue reading
The Walt Disney Company is a proud supporter of the military and its veterans, and this June, it will host “Portraits of Courage: A Commander in Chief’s Tribute to America’s Warriors,” a special exhibit from the George W. Bush Institute, at EPCOT at Walt Disney World. The Details … | Continue reading
One week before The Beatles documentary “Let It Be” debuts on Disney+, the streamer has released the first trailer. The Details The documentary movie was released 54 years ago, in 1970, as The Beatles were officially breaking up, and it was not initially received well by fans bec … | Continue reading
Disney Cruise Line has released another update on the progress of Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, which will be the newest port of call for its Caribbean cruises once finished. New Updates Nestled along the sand dunes of Serenity Bay, the vibrantly colored architecture of … | Continue reading
Actor Jeff Bridges is returning to the grid for “Tron: Ares,” the third installment in the “Tron” trilogy of movies. The Details In a conversation with the Film Comment podcast, Bridges not only talked about his career, but mentioned he was going to play a part in the third insta … | Continue reading
The soundtrack for “Luminous: The Symphony of Us (Music from the EPCOT Nighttime Spectacular)” is finally available on online streeaming services. The Details The nighttime spectacular “Luminous: The Symphony of Us” opened at EPCOT on December 5, 2023, but until now, the soundtra … | Continue reading
International spy thriller series “The Veil,” starring Elisabeth Moss will debut on FX on Hulu with the first two episodes on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. The Details FX’s “The Veil” is an international spy thriller that explores the surprising and fraught relationship between two wo … | Continue reading