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Regular readers know that movies inspire attractions at Disney Parks. And today, we’re thrilled to share that you’ll now be able to enjoy your favorite films with an all-new digital movie service and app called Disney Movies Anywhere. It’s free and ready to try. View the full article

A woman losing her battle with cancer had a wish fulfilled this past weekend as she was able to take a family trip to Walt Disney World. View the full article

Today feels different. There is a certain energy in the runDisney offices that has everyone on the edge of their seats. It is the kind of energy you feel at the start line of a race … an anticipatory energy that something big is about to happen. Little do we know we are onto something huge, and today is a landmark day in our runDisney history. We finally received that long awaited call, and it is time for our runners to assemble. View the full article

For the real deal, the celebration at Raglan Road at Downtown Disney West Side begins on March 7, a full 10 days before the official St. Patrick’s Day on March 17. That’s plenty of time to eat, drink, dance and do it all over again. View the full article

This week’s “All in the Details” photos were shot in Prince Eric’s Village, a small area that lies just opposite Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid attraction in New Fantasyland. One feature of the cartographer’s shop is a large seafarer’s map on the back wall that features plenty of intricate detail. View the full article

Heigh-ho, heigh-ho, it’s off to YouTube we go. View the full article

Earlier this month, Disneyland Resort cast members cheered the arrival of dozens of military heroes — accompanied by film star Gary Sinise — to the Disneyland Resort as part of a week of surprises arranged by the actor’s foundation in celebration of the 20th anniversary of the film, “Forrest Gump.” View the full article

Just minutes ago, Walt Disney Imagineering released a new video of Seven Dwarfs Mine Train during our live chat with Imagineer Dave Minichiello - and we wanted to be sure you didn’t miss it. View the full article

Imagineer Dave Minichiello will join us here on the Disney Parks Blog beginning at 2:30 p.m. EDT, to answer some of your questions about Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. We’ve received many questions so far, but please keep them coming! View the full article

Every time I think that the gourmet apples can’t get better, our Candy Makers at the Disneyland Resort take it up another notch. What can you expect to find this March? How does a Triple Chocolate apple sound? View the full article

A new parade debuted at Magic Kingdom Park on October 1, 1989 - the Disney Character Hit Parade (also known as the “Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah Parade”). View the full article

What’s the best way to ensure you’re as prepared as possible for a trip? Talk to someone who has been of course! Most likely they can share insights and bring up considerations you may have never even thought about. View the full article

It’s almost parade time! Today, we’re excited to share with you that the incredible, new daytime spectacular, “Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade,” will make its grand debut at Magic Kingdom Park on Sunday, March 9. View the full article

New Zealand Olympian Kim Smith, 32, of Rhode Island is overall winner of the 13.1-mile race, Winter Garden man and woman are top area finishers Fairy godmothers in training waited under a pink arch to sprinkle pixie dust on about 24,000 runners who participated in the Disney Princess Half Marathon on Sunday. View the full article

When three-time Olympian Kim Smith decided to run the Disney Princess Half Marathon presented by Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals on Sunday, she figured she would get a nice training run out of it in preparation for the London Marathon. Instead, she got a whole lot more. View the full article

This week, we announced that the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival will run a record 53 days, from September 19 – November 10. That’s a whole extra week to take in the marketplaces, cool concerts and some very special dinners. View the full article

Magic Kingdom tickets now $99 Starting today, Disney's Magic Kingdom guests will have to fork over a few extra dollars for single-day park admission. View the full article

Disney is putting the final touches on the new Festival of Fantasy Parade, which will debut in March at Fantasyland inside Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom. View the full article

Walt Disney Records’ deluxe original soundtrack album of Frozen is now available for pre-order http://myplay.me/15ya in a limited edition, three-disc, 12-inch vinyl package with special art and other goodies. These 3,000, hand-numbered copies are only available on a first-come, first-served basis. PLUS there’s a chance that your purchase may also include a special bonus! View the full article

On a recent sunny Southern California afternoon, we had the pleasure of noshing our way through Disney California Adventure park – and marveling at the diversity of quick bites, from Mexican to Asian to all-American. Among our favorite picnic-style meals was the hearty beef gyro at Paradise Garden Grill, found at a walk-up window with a surprising repertoire of robust Mediterranean tastes. View the full article

Demand high for reservations at Magic Kingdom's French restaurant Mon dieu, just try getting a table for dinner at Be Our Guest, the fancy French restaurant at the Magic Kingdom. View the full article

Three additional days have been tacked onto to this year's edition of Star Wars Weekends at Disney's Hollywood Studios. View the full article

We’re continuing our series of New Fantasyland live chats next week with perhaps our most popular topic - Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. On February 24 at 2:30 p.m. EST, Walt Disney Imagineering Executive Creative Director Dave Minichiello will join us here on the Disney Parks Blog to talk about the attraction and answer your questions. View the full article

Home to four theme parks, two water parks and 26 resort hotels, not only is Walt Disney World Resort where guests come to vacation, it’s also where they come to compete in various sporting events and watch their favorite athletes from around the world. View the full article

A few months ago, I shared with you original artwork (link) by our cast members that was featured in the Disneyland Resort Line, our publication for cast. This time, the Disneyland Resort Line asked cast members to send in a photograph of their ‘happy place’ — an image telling the story about their favorite spot at the Disneyland Resort. Nearly 50 photos were received and eight were selected for a resort wide cast vote to determine which photo would be featured as the cover of the Disneyland Resort Line. View the full article