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Graham cracker, chocolate, and marshmallow. Three ingredients that make potentially the greatest summer treat – the s’more! We’re looking at a few delicious ways Walt Disney World s’mores put a creative spin on the classic treat. S’mores are like good stories, they’re best when shared. The Ganachery at Disney Springs For a decade guests have been visiting the The Ganachery at Disney Springs. The shop has been serving handcrafted artisanal s’mores made to order right before your eyes. After placing an order, you can watch as cast members toast a marshmallow to golden perfection, no campfire required. A graham cracker layered with caramel provides the perfect foundation. The toasted marshmallow is then added, followed by one of the shop’s signature in-house chocolates, which is melted to perfection and finished with a pinch of sea salt. Once pressed together, the s’more receives its final Disney touch: a powdered sugar Mickey Mouse dusted on top, creating a memorable finish that is distinctly Disney. Helping bring these sweet creations to life is Disney cast member, Tyler, an experienced chocolatier and Assistant Sous Chef whose passion for confectionery and guest experiences shines through in every detail. For Tyler, one of the most rewarding parts of his role is connecting directly with guests. “I like interacting with our guests and seeing how excited they are to come into a little chocolate shop like The Ganachery,” Tyler said. “I love showing and telling them what we have that is unique to our shop. They pull out their cameras, have big smiles on their faces, and can’t wait to taste it.” Tyler began his Disney culinary journey in the Disney College Program, working at EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios before transitioning to the more intimate setting of The Ganachery. Today, he is part of the team crafting mouthwatering chocolates and treats that delight guests visiting Walt Disney World. According to Tyler, the guest experience is made even more special by the shop’s open window concept. “Something that makes us at The Ganachery different is that we have a big open window, and guests are able to see all our processes,” Tyler explained. “From opening to close, guests can see us scaling different recipes, batching different ganache, the decorating process, or selecting chocolates at our front counter.” That blend of craftsmanship is part of what makes Disney’s culinary offerings stand out. Across Walt Disney World, chefs and culinary cast members continually find new ways to reimagine classic favorites, delivering flavors that feel both nostalgic and unexpected. If you want your s’more to feel like fall, don’t miss The Ganachery’s all new Pumpkin Spice S’more, one of many delicious food and beverage offerings guests can enjoy over the next few months. S’mores at Disney World But The Ganachery is not the only place guests can indulge in a creative take on the classic campfire favorite. At Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs, the S’mores Croissant combines flaky, buttery layers with rich Nutella chocolate and marshmallow for an incredible twist on the beloved treat. Who said a s’more can’t be in liquid form? At EPCOT, take your taste buds on a flight with the S’morin’ Across America Milk Shake at Sunshine Seasons. Inspired by the ride just steps away, this over-the-top treat is a s’mores milk shake topped with toasted marshmallow, a chocolate bar, graham cracker, and even a Soarin’ hang glider garnish. And if you prefer your campfire classics with a fun twist, head over to Regal Eagle Smokehouse for the S’mores Bar, a decadent combination of fudge brownie, dark chocolate, toasted meringue, and smoked graham cracker that’s sure to have you asking for s’more. And as summer begins to give way to fall, nostalgic flavors of s’mores are getting a spooky twist. At Magic Kingdom’s Columbia Harbour House guests can enjoy the S’mores Cup, featuring layers of graham cracker pieces, chocolate ganache, popping chocolate candies, milk chocolate panna cotta, and marshmallow cream. Even ghosts might enjoy this treat and so many others! So, whether you’re craving a s’more or simply looking for your next sweet treat, there’s no better time to discover how Disney World is turning a timeless favorite into something truly special. Who knows, you may just find yourself coming back for s’more! Walt Disney World Resort Disney Eats: EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Foodie Guide 2026 Walt Disney World Resort Jock Lindsey’s Halloween-themed Hangar Bar Returns with New Menu Items Walt Disney World Resort Disney Eats: Foodie Guide to Halloween at Disney Springs 2026 The post Celebrate S’mores with These Unique Walt Disney World Treats appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

We are proving our mettle today, bringing our A-game, throwing down a 1000% guarantee that we know what we’re talking about when it comes to Disney World restaurants. Which park reigns supreme? You might just be surprised. Very. Surprised. Check out our new video: Ranking EVERY Disney World Park by Food Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! And stay tuned for more theme park news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What video do you want to see from DFB next? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

We spend a LOT of time comparing Disney World parks. Magic Kingdom has the classics. Animal Kingdom has the atmosphere. Hollywood Studios has some of the biggest rides. And EPCOT has enough snacks to turn “walking around the park” into an all-day competitive sport. EPCOT After Hours But after attending Disney After Hours at both EPCOT and Hollywood Studios, we noticed one thing EPCOT is doing WAY better. It knows how to feel empty. That sounds like a strange compliment for a theme park, but when you’ve paid up to nearly $200 for a special event promising limited crowds and short waits, EMPTY is exactly what you want. And EPCOT After Hours gave us much more of that glorious, where-did-everybody-go feeling than Hollywood Studios did. The After Hours Promise Disney After Hours is a separately ticketed event available on select nights at Disney World. Both the EPCOT and Hollywood Studios versions typically run from 9:30 PM to 12:30 AM, although ticket holders can enter the park beginning at 7 PM. Once the park closes to the general public, event guests get three hours of access to select rides plus included popcorn, ice cream novelties, and bottled drinks. EPCOT After Hours Event At EPCOT, the attraction lineup currently includes heavy hitters like: Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Test Track Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Frozen Ever After Soarin’ Living with the Land Spaceship Earth Mission: SPACE Gran Fiesta Tour The Seas with Nemo & Friends Hollywood Studios has its own formidable lineup with Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, Slinky Dog Dash, Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, Tower of Terror, Toy Story Mania!, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, and more. So, Hollywood Studios certainly isn’t losing because its ride lineup is weak. Quite the opposite — that’s part of its problem. Hollywood Studios Gets Bottlenecked Hollywood Studios has a concentrated collection of extremely popular rides. Normally, that’s a selling point. During After Hours, it can work against the park. When our team attended Hollywood Studios After Hours, we noticed wait times shoot up around 7 PM when After Hours guests began arriving while regular daytime guests were still inside the park. Slinky Dog Dash That’s an important distinction with these events. You can enter at 7 PM. Disney does not magically whisk every daytime guest through a trap door at 7:01. For a while, you’re mixing two crowds together. Hollywood Studios is also relatively compact, with much of the crowd funneling into Toy Story Land, Galaxy’s Edge, Sunset Boulevard, and the central Hollywood Boulevard area. Even when attendance is limited, you can still SEE everybody. EPCOT Has Room to Breathe During our EPCOT After Hours visit, we noticed almost immediately that the park seemed to handle the influx of event guests better. Around 7:49 PM, most attraction waits were still pretty reasonable, despite the After Hours crowd beginning to arrive. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure eventually hit 50 minutes, but most of the park wasn’t seeing the same broad spike we’d noticed at Hollywood Studios. EPCOT After Hours We should put an asterisk here. It was raining that night, so some people were likely hiding indoors and waiting for the weather to improve. But once the event actually got underway, that explanation stopped carrying much weight. EPCOT After Hours EPCOT became EMPTY. Not “Disney empty,” where somebody posts a suspiciously well-timed photo of an empty sidewalk while 900 people stand six feet outside the frame. Actually empty. The Wait Times Got Ridiculous By 10:35 PM, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure was posted at just 5 minutes, and Soarin’ had no wait around 11:18 PM. Our reporter noted that guests riding Living with the Land would likely get their own boat. A PRIVATE Living with the Land boat? That is basically a yacht charter as far as we’re concerned. Living with the Land is attraction royalty and shall be treated accordingly. EPCOT After Hours At 12:21 AM, with only minutes remaining in the event, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind was posted at 30 minutes and Test Track at 15 minutes. Everything else was sitting at 5 minutes. There was even a last-minute migration toward Spaceship Earth around 12:29 AM as guests tried to squeeze in one final ride before closing. EPCOT After Hours THAT is what we want from After Hours. You aren’t spending half of your three-hour event calculating whether a 35-minute line is worth sacrificing another ride. You’re just… riding things. And It FEELS Empty The wait times only tell part of the story. Our reporters kept mentioning how deserted different parts of EPCOT felt. The area near The Seas was described as a “ghost town.” Journey of Water was empty. World Showcase began clearing rapidly as restaurants and shops closed. One reporter summed up the difference perfectly: EPCOT’s larger footprint and spread-out attractions made the event feel much less attended than Hollywood Studios. That’s the secret. EPCOT After Hours EPCOT is enormous, which can be mildly infuriating at 2 PM when you’re walking from Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure to Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. During After Hours, that enormous footprint becomes an asset. People disappear into it. You can walk through entire sections without navigating stroller traffic, tour groups, or somebody stopping directly in front of you to conduct a six-person family meeting. The park finally has breathing room. EPCOT Gives You More Atmosphere, Too! Here’s where EPCOT surprised us. There was actually a decent amount happening besides rides. Mariachi Cobre performed in Mexico. There was additional live music in Canada. A DJ played near CommuniCore Hall. Mickey was meeting near the Walt Disney statue, while Minnie was greeting guests in France. EPCOT After Hours We also found several PhotoPass photographers, and because crowds were low, photographers seemed able to spend a little extra time getting different shots. EPCOT After Hours There were even special props, including a Tinker Bell lantern near the tea garden and another light-up prop near Creations Shop. Hollywood Studios does offer nighttime entertainment during After Hours, including Disney Movie Magic and Wonderful World of Animation, plus roaming characters. But during our visits, EPCOT simply felt like there was more happening throughout the park. Our reporter’s review at the time was pretty decisive: “superior to offerings at DHS.” EPCOT After Hours And then there’s the maple popcorn… We Need to Discuss the Maple Popcorn Yes, standard After Hours snacks include popcorn. But the complimentary popcorn being handed out in Canada during our visit was MAPLE POPCORN. EPCOT, you beautiful show-off. EPCOT After Hours That doesn’t single-handedly justify the price of an After Hours ticket. We have SOME financial standards. But it doesn’t hurt. Unfortunately, this brings us to EPCOT After Hours’ biggest weakness. Eat Before 9:30 PM If your brilliant plan was to buy an EPCOT After Hours ticket and spend three hours eating and drinking your way around World Showcase, abort mission. This is not that event. A LOT of World Showcase closes once regular park hours end. EPCOT After Hours During our visit, Italy and Germany were completely closed. Refreshment Outpost and much of China were closed. La Cava del Tequila wasn’t operating. France had virtually nothing open besides Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. EPCOT After Hours Disney even closed the World Showcase pathway between Norway and France, meaning guests couldn’t simply continue around the lagoon. That made traveling between Frozen Ever After and Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure a much bigger hike. EPCOT After Hours And our reporters repeatedly noticed that complimentary snack locations felt pretty far apart once they got deep into World Showcase. There were a few exceptions. Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe was open when we checked, as were Rose & Crown Pub and Yorkshire County Fish Shop later in the evening. EPCOT After Hours But we would NOT use valuable After Hours time for a culinary crawl. Instead, use that 7 PM admission. Arrive early, eat dinner, visit festival booths if they’re operating, explore World Showcase, and catch Luminous, The Symphony of Us if it’s showing. Then, when 9:30 PM rolls around, change gears. It’s ride time. Hollywood Studios Still Wins for Some People This isn’t us declaring EPCOT the undisputed After Hours champion for every person on Earth. Hollywood Studios makes a very strong argument if your entire objective is riding blockbuster attractions. Rise of the Resistance, Slinky Dog Dash, Tower of Terror, Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, and Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run make for one serious three-hour ride marathon. And Hollywood Studios is smaller. You aren’t hoofing it halfway around World Showcase every time your priorities change. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster If you want maximum thrill rides with minimal walking, Hollywood Studios could easily be your winner. But if the reason you’re paying extra for After Hours is that you want to experience Disney World without feeling surrounded by Disney World crowds? We’re picking EPCOT. EPCOT Understands the Assignment Disney After Hours tickets aren’t cheap. EPCOT tickets in 2026 range from $155 to $179 before tax, while Hollywood Studios tickets range from $155 to $189 depending on the date. At those prices, “slightly less crowded than normal” isn’t terribly exciting. We want empty walkways. We want five-minute waits. We want a private boat on Living with the Land and enough open pavement around The Seas to briefly wonder whether the park forgot you were still there. EPCOT at night EPCOT delivered that. Its massive footprint, usually responsible for thousands upon thousands of vacation steps, suddenly becomes its greatest advantage. Limited attendance gets diluted across a huge park, and the result feels genuinely exclusive in a way Hollywood Studios didn’t during our back-to-back experiences. Heya Mickey! Hollywood Studios has incredible rides. EPCOT has space. And at an event specifically designed to sell you fewer crowds, that space might be the most valuable attraction in the park. Keep following DFB for more reviews, tips, and updates from Disney World. These Snacks Could Be the BEST Perk of This Disney World After Hours Event Read More About Disney After Hours Events I Tried After Hours at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and There Are Two Things I’d Do Differently Next TimeHURRY! Our Favorite Way to Skip the Lines in Disney World Is Selling OutCONFIRMED: Disney World’s Best Hotel Perk Is Returning on These 9 August DaysThe One EPCOT Trick That Will Always Get You on More Rides10 Major Changes Coming to Disney World in August Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Would you choose EPCOT or Hollywood Studios for a Disney After Hours event? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

It’s back to school season, so are you thinking what I’m thinking? Back to dreaming of another vacation! There are oceans of exciting trips on the horizon with Disney Cruise Line. Today, we’re getting a first look at Fall 2027 and Spring 2028 itineraries, which include a big (apple) return, brand-new ports of call, and sailings to beloved favorite destinations in The Bahamas, Caribbean, and Mexico. Early bookings open for select Disney Cruise Line Castaway Club members on August 31, with general bookings opening on September 8 on disneycruise.com.  Make a Wish in the City that Never Sleeps   I’ll “start spreading the news” now, Disney Cruise Line is headed back to New York City! The Disney Wish will arrive in New York in late September 2027 after the ship’s inaugural season in Europe. For seven special voyages, the Disney Wish will set sail on four- to seven-night sailings to beautiful destinations, bringing you from “the city that never sleeps” to the vacation of your dreams.  You’ll have the chance to wave goodbye to the big city and say hello to the pink sand beaches of Bermuda on five sailings from New York. Three of these cruises will extend the visit for an extra day to give your family more time to experience Bermuda’s rich culture and stunning scenery. Where are all our fans of the fall season? Just in time for the brilliant colors of the autumn leaves, Disney Cruise Line will sail from New York to New England and Canada’s Atlantic coast for the first time in nearly four years. These charming coastlines create the perfect seasonal photo backdrop, complete with Disney Cruise Line’s iconic red funnels. More to Explore in Puerto Rico and Panama  There will be more opportunities to sail from the historic coasts of San Juan onboard the Disney Wish and Disney Fantasy in Fall 2027 and Spring 2028, sending you on five- to seven-night Southern and Eastern Caribbean sailings dotted with tropical island escapes. The Disney Magic will make two repositioning cruises through the legendary Panama Canal in Fall 2027 and Spring 2028. These 14-night cruises will each make a maiden call, with the eastbound sailing stopping in the vibrant Fuerte Amador (Panama City), Panama, and the westbound sailing stopping in Colon, Panama, the Caribbean gateway to the canal. Repositioning sailings are the perfect way to enjoy more time onboard with Disney entertainment, unforgettable dining experiences, and fun in the sun on the upper decks, all while visiting thrilling new destinations. Create Memories Sailing from Sunny Florida  It’s your destiny to sail from Florida! For the first time, the Disney Destiny will home port in Port Canaveral in Fall 2027, setting sail on three- to-seven-night cruises to The Bahamas and Western Caribbean. The Disney Destiny will open the season in Fort Lauderdale, continuing three- to five-night Bahamas and Western Caribbean cruises filled with heroes-and-villains-inspired onboard dining and entertainment for your whole family.  Following the New York City and San Juan sailings, the Disney Wish will return to Port Canaveral for three- and four-night Bahamian cruises that include stops at Disney’s island destinations, Disney Castaway Cay and Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point.  The Disney Treasure will continue seven-night sailings to the Eastern and Western Caribbean, plus two special voyages—one eight-night sailing to the Eastern Caribbean, and one six-night Bahamian sailing with two stops at Disney Cruise Line’s private island destination, Disney Castaway Cay, for double the Disney magic. The Disney Dream will also sail from Port Canaveral on three- and four-night sailings to The Bahamas before repositioning to Fort Lauderdale in November 2027 for three- to five-night Bahamian sailings. One six-night sailing will make two stops at Disney Castaway Cay for even more time to enjoy the beautiful beaches, family play areas and surprise underwater Disney treasures. The Disney Fantasy will set sail from Port Canaveral from September through November 2027 on four- and five-night sailings to The Bahamas and Western Caribbean, and Fort Lauderdale for four- to seven-night sailings to The Bahamas and Eastern Caribbean. From Fort Lauderdale, the Disney Fantasy will also sail to Bermuda for the first time with an eight-night cruise visiting both Disney Bahamian island destinations. Dreamy Escapes from California and Texas  Disney Cruise Line will double the magic with two ships sailing from San Diego through early November 2027, with both the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder beginning the season in California with three- to seven-night Baja and Mexican Riviera sailings. The Disney Wonder will continue the Fall 2027 and Spring 2028 seasons in San Diego with three- to-seven-night cruises, including stops at Ensenada and Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, and Catalina Island, California.  After its Eastbound Panama Canal sailing, the Disney Magic will return to Texas and spend the season taking families on four- to-seven-night cruises from Galveston. Select seven-night Bahamian itineraries from Galveston will include stops at both Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point and Disney Castaway Cay for even more ways to experience Disney out of the Lone Star State.  Disney Adventure Continues Magical Sailings in Southeast Asia  The Disney Adventure will continue sailing from Singapore with new three- and four-night itineraries from September to December 2027, offering magical Disney experiences at sea, complete with Broadway-style entertainment and Disney Cruise Line’s renowned guest service. Adding to the excitement, select sailings from December 31, 2026, through May 2027 will feature a new port of call: Langkawi, Malaysia. In addition to the exciting offerings onboard, guests will have the opportunity to explore Langkawi’s lush rainforests and scenic coastline ashore.  Experience Seasonal Disney Magic on Holiday Cruises Holiday traditions feel extra festive at sea, so start daydreaming of your seasonal favorites before they return in Fall 2027 on select ships. Halloween on the High Seas sailings will begin in September 2027, bringing frightful fun from ship to shore with Disney characters in their spooky best, special entertainment, deck parties, and even trick-or-treating at sea. Very Merrytime sailings will return to Disney Cruise Line in November and December 2027, as decks and halls fill with merry decorations and families come together to experience the magic of the season, complete with a tree lighting, special deck parties, seasonal treat offerings, and visits from Santa Claus himself. After booking your next sailing, you can look forward to enjoying the simplicity that defines a Disney Cruise Line vacation. With dining, entertainment, youth clubs, and so much more included in your fare, your family will focus on making memories and having fun as soon as you step foot onboard. To explore the complete Fall 2027 and Spring 2028 itineraries, head on over to disneycruise.com or call your travel agent.  Disney Cruise Line Disney Cruise Line Shares First Look at New Class of Ships Disney Cruise Line Disney Believe Updates: New Disney Cruise Ship Sailing in Late 2027 Disney Cruise Line Disney Cruise Line’s Very Merrytime Cruises: The Most Magical Holiday at Sea The post Disney Cruise Line Fall 2027 and Spring 2028 Itineraries with Disney Wish Headed to New York appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

Get your calendars because there’s a rare parade coming to Magic Kingdom in October! Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom Diwali Dance Fest is coming to Disney World once again. Only, instead of being at Disney Springs, it will be at Magic Kingdom and other parks! This rare entertainment will be at the park for only a limited time, so let’s take a look at the dates and details. The epic three-day celebration of Diwali will take place from October 22nd through 25th. The party will begin with the Jashn-E-Magic Diwali Mela on Thursday, October 22nd. This is an exclusive party with performers and their guests located at EPCOT for the first time ever. This is listed as a private event for performers and registered guests only. Spaceship Earth Friday, October 23rd, is when you’ll want to visit Magic Kingdom. That’s the day the rare Grand Diwali Parade will take place. You’ll be able to watch the parade on Main Street USA, featuring over 500 performers from around the world! The parade will take place between 1- 2 PM. Magic Kingdom Then there’s the International Dance Showcase on Saturday, October 24th, in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This will be the last day of the event, and the grand showcase will feature dazzling performances by 25 international dance studios, as well as an exclusive performance by TESHER! The showcase is hosted by CBS’s Shanelle Kaul. Animal Kingdom Doors for the showcase open at 6 PM. In order to attend, you will need both a park pass to Animal Kingdom AND a showcase ticket to get into the theater. You can buy tickets and park passes online right now. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Since this is taking place in October, it will also be a cool chance to check out the fall and Halloween decorations in Magic Kingdom. Or, maybe you already have a trip planned for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, so you can check out another rare parade while you’re here. Halloween! We’re always on top of all the latest Disney news and updates, so make sure to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! “Endless construction.” Disney Fans React to the Spaceship Earth Changes Announcement Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you interested in attending the Diwali Dance Fest? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Visiting Disney World during the fall, winter, spring, and summer all have a different vibe, depending on which season you go to the parks. Right now, we’re in Disney World’s fall season, which means lots of spooky snacks, decor, and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. We’ll soon be in the holiday season, with holiday decor, holiday snacks, and the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Witch Minnie at Minnie’s Seasonal Dine at Hollywood & Vine in Disney’s Hollywood Studios (2022) Spring and summer also have their own vibe, and if you’re visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you can actually enjoy a character dining experience set for the specific season at Hollywood & Vine called Minnie’s Seasonal Dine. Well, we now have an update on dates for Minnie’s Seasonal Dine from now through early 2027. Minnie’s Seasonal Dine is a character dining experience hosted by Minnie with seasonal food, as well as characters dressed in seasonal outfits. From now through November 3rd, you can enjoy Minnie’s Halloween Dine, with Minnie and her friends in their colorful Halloween costumes. Mickey at Hollywood & Vine for Minnie’s Halloween Dine If you want to celebrate the holidays at a dining experience, you can check out Minnie’s Holiday Dine from November 4th through January 6th, 2027. You’ll see the characters in their winter and holiday outfits, as well as dine on a few special holiday-themed items. You’ll even get to meet Santa Goofy! Santa Goofy at Minnie’s Holiday Dine Minnie’s Silver Screen Dine starts on January 7th, 2027, and runs through the spring (Disney has not yet revealed a closing timeline for this experience). Here, Minnie is the star of the show, along with her celebrity friends, as they celebrate the glitz and glamor of Hollywood. ©Disney The Spring Dine and Summer Dine will happen later in the year, but Disney has not revealed the dates for that yet. But we’ll be keeping an eye out for those dates, so stay tuned to DFB for more. REVIEW: Disney Characters (!!!) Are HIDING at an Underrated Hollywood Studios Restaurant Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you been to Hollywood and Vine for the different seasons? Tell us your favorite in the comments! View the full article

Who’s ready to set sail?! Disney Cruise Line It’s time to start planning your next Disney Cruise Line vacation, because some big updates were just released for Fall 2027 and Spring 2028. There are new itineraries and NEW ships on the horizon, and Disney Cruise Line is returning to New York City! ABC News has revealed that the Disney Wish will soon be sailing from New York City, with new itineraries added to the calendar starting in September 2027. These four- to seven-night sailings leave from New York and head for Bermuda, going along the East Coast during fall foliage season. Disney Wish Cruise Ship The cruise line is also releasing more itineraries for Fall 2027 and Spring 2028, with more sailings coming to ports in Puerto Rico, Panama, California, Texas, and Florida. Ports of call featured include Mexico, the Caribbean, the Bahamas, and Disney’s island destinations of Lookout Cay and Castaway Cay. Disney Cruise, here we come! Select Castaway Club members will be able to book these new itineraries starting on Monday, August 31st. Bookings will open to the public starting Tuesday, September 8th. Disney Wish The Disney Cruise Line website has been updated with these new saillings and they’re listed as “coming soon” with dates from September 2027 through May 2028. There are both Halloween on the High Seas and Very Merrytime itineraries available for the holiday seasons. ©Disney There are even new itineraries listed for Disney’s newest ship (it set sail earlier this year), the Disney Adventure. You can now sail from Singapore to Malaysia. ©Disney Another big addition for Disney Cruise Line next year is the Disney Believe cruise ship, which will launch in late 2027. It’s the fourth and final ship in the Wish Class. During D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, we learned that the ship will have Tinker Bell on the bow, Woody and Buzz on the stern, and Moana as the statue in the Grand Hall. We can’t wait to check it out! ©Disney We’ll be looking out for more details on these new sailings from Disney, so stay tuned to DFB. Get the Lowdown on Disney Cruise Line Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you taking a Disney cruise next year? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

The 2026 D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event wrapped up a couple of weeks ago, and Disney dropped a TON of news regarding their park expansions around the world! D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event From Avengers Campus in Hong Kong Disneyland and a Spider-Man-themed land in Shanghai Disneyland to Monstropolis, Villains Land, and Piston Peak in Disney World, it can be hard to keep up with all of the announcements. But don’t worry — we’ve got you! Let’s go through EVERY expansion announcement Disney dropped at this year’s D23! Hong Kong Disneyland Avengers Campus Starting off, we received NEW concept art for the Avengers Campus expansion in Hong Kong Disneyland! Disney said that this expansion will “transform the skyline of Stark Expo in Tomorrowland at Hong Kong Disneyland.” ©Hong Kong Disneyland The land will include a 120-foot attraction that will bring guests across realms like Asgard, Wakanda, and more! Looking at the concept art, guests will be met with Spider-Man, Doctor Strange, Black Panther, and Thor throughout the ride! Other superheroes are not confirmed at this point. ©Hong Kong Disneyland This land will also be home to a brand-new Quinjet landing platform where guests have the ability to encounter some of their favorite heroes, including Black Panther, Thor, Captain America, Doctor Strange, Spider-Man, and Captain Marvel! ©Hong Kong Disneyland Finally, we got a look at a BRAND-NEW ride! Spider-Man is ready to host a demonstration at Stark Expo to show off the latest technological breakthroughs! However, a villain is not far behind him, so Spider-Man needs your help to protect the technology as he saves YOU! ©Disney NEWS: Disney Reveals NEW DETAILS for Hong Kong Disneyland’s Marvel Expansion Spider-Man Land in Shanghai Disneyland Disney’s first-ever land themed fully to Spider-Man will be coming to Shanghai Disneyland, as a Shanghai division of the Worldwide Engineering Brigade (W.E.B.) is added! At D23, fans got a closer look at the new coaster. This high-energy thrill coaster will take you on a fully immersive experience as you’ll follow Spider-Man to help him get out of trouble — because, as usual, the web-swinging hero got himself into a bit of a problem. ©Shanghai Disney We Just Got a NEW LOOK at Disney’s Spider-Man Coaster Disney California Adventure Avengers Campus Hong Kong Disneyland isn’t the only theme park adding to its Avengers Campus, as Disney California Adventure is, too! At this year’s D23, we got a look at some new concept art AND the opening timeline for the land! The expansion is slated to open in 2028 with new attractions, including Avengers Infinity Defense, where you’ll have to cross the multiverse to help the Avengers stop Thanos. Disney notes that guests “will be surrounded by massive physical sets blending seamlessly with huge media scenes, putting you into the middle of the action as you feel like you’re hurtling across many worlds.” ©Disney The expansion will also be home to Stark Flight Lab, which is an attraction that will feature Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man, Anthony Mackie as Captain America, and Brie Larson as Captain Marvel. On this attraction, guests will sit in a two-person “gyro-kinetic pod” and roll along a track before stopping in front of a giant robot arm. ©Disney NEWS: Two NEW Disneyland Rides Announce 2028 Opening Pueblo Esperanza At D23, we got a look at all THREE attractions coming to Pueblo Esperanza, the land that replaced the former DinoLand U.S.A. and will be inspired by several movies, including Encanto and Indiana Jones. First, we learned about the classic Disney carousel attraction. This will be called El Carrusel de los Animalitos, which translates to “The Little Animals’ Carousel.” The attraction will feature 22 distinct Disney characters as options to ride, including Heimlich from A Bug’s Life, Pua from Moana, Kevin from Up!, and so many more! Eeyore ride vehicle! The name and more details about the Encanto attraction were also announced! This will be a themed ride-through experience where guests will enter Madrigal Casita and join Antonio after he received his special gift of the ability to communicate with animals! There will be NO height requirement, so the whole family can ride! The name of this attraction is Antonio’s Fiesta de Encanto. ©Disney Finally, we got a look into the new Indiana Jones attraction, which will be built in the former DINOSAUR building. Indiana Jones and the Myth of the Jade Serpent will bring guests into a portal to the underworld and have them involved in a chase to escape before time runs out! The ride will include an Animatronic based on none other than Harrison Ford! Indiana Jones and the Myth of the Jade Serpent! Disney’s Encanto Ride Concept Art Is Full of Hidden Details, and We Found Some Gold The Lion King Land in Disneyland Paris Disneyland Paris will be home to Disney’s first-ever The Lion King-themed land AND the first themed attraction to the film! We got a closer look at one of the attractions coming to the land! It will be a log flume ride, which will follow Simba’s journey from cub to king! According to Disney, the attraction will take guests on a “sensational and musical adventure, listening to classic songs and passing through a variety of memorable scenes from the film.” ©Disney New Sneak Peek of Disney’s Lion King Water Ride Piston Peak A new Cars-themed land is coming to the Magic Kingdom in Disney World and will be home to dining, shopping, and two new attractions! We got a closer look at those attractions at D23. The first is called Miss Fritter’s Daredevil Spin-Along, which is the family-friendly attraction of this land. Miss Fritter, the school bus with a larger-than-life personality, will take center stage as the huge, school-bus-sized animatronic host of the wildest demolition derby yet. ©Disney The other attraction will be more thrilling! In this new ride, each car is competing for the fastest lap through the wilderness. The attraction will be called Cars Ridge Run Rally. ©Disney HUGE Ride News Announced for ‘Cars’ Expansion in Magic Kingdom Monstropolis Disney announced some MAJOR news surrounding this new land coming to Hollywood Studios! First of all, the opening timeline was expedited, and it will now open sometime in 2027! The land will be home to a quick-service location — Archie’s Scare Pig Pizza — which will serve up some quick slices of pizza to its guests. ©Disney Another restaurant is inspired by Harryhausen’s — the sushi restaurant where Mike and Celia go on a date! During your meal, guests will be able to watch a full-sized Animatronic of the Chef preparing food! They also revealed that this menu will be like none other in Disney World! ©Disney The theater show in the former Muppet*Vision 3-D building will be called “Welcome to Monstropolis,” and will be hosted by Mike and Sulley themselves! It will also feature a song by Randy Newman, which is the FIRST one he has ever written for a theme park! Disney also revealed that the suspended coaster will NOT open with the land in 2027. ©Disney NEWS: Monsters, Inc. Coaster Details, Will NOT Open With Land in Disney World Villains Land We FINALLY got some information on the Magic Kingdom expansion behind Big Thunder Mountain Railroad! Villains Land will focus on all the iconic Disney villains, but mainly Cruella de Vil, the Evil Queen, and Dr. Facilier. This storyline will be brand new and an original take on these iconic villains, despite us already knowing who they are. It will reflect the personality of the villains who own them, and they invite guests into the mysteries of treats, trinkets, and more temptations! ©Disney One of the headlining attractions is a Maleficent Coaster! This will take guests through the enchanted briar around her mountaintop fortress and will include elements never attempted before and will be groundbreaking! ©Disney The other attraction will be a dark ride hosted by the Magic Mirror! The ride will feature a combination of special effects and physical set pieces that will bring his Mirror Realm, as well as iconic villains to life. From the concept art, it looks to be a boat ride! We have yet to receive any information regarding shopping, dining, and entertainment, and an opening timeline has not been announced. ©Disney We CANNOT WAIT for these expansions to open! We’re always making sure you’re up to date with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! D23 Keeps Getting Better and Better, and This Is PROOF Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Which expansion are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

You’ll want to head over to Amazon ASAP to take advantage of these LEGO deals! ©Amazon We LOVE collecting Disney LEGO sets here at DFB, and Amazon usually delivers with some fantastic deals. Right now, there are tons of savings to be had, and we’re sharing with you some of our favorite deals! Let’s take a look! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. To browse every Disney LEGO deal, check out our Amazon storefront! BROWSE LEGO DEALS ON AMAZON Save nearly 40% on this first set ©Amazon Right now, you can save 39% on the LEGO Moana 2 Kakamora Barge Set! This 572-piece set lets you build the Kakamora Barge with interactive features such as a working catapult, secret hiding spots, a treasure chest, and a zipline. The barge splits into three separate boats, and there’s even a double-hulled canoe with hidden storage. The set also includes figures of Moana, Maui, Heihei the chicken, Kotu (the Kakamora hero), and five additional Kakamora figures. BUY ON AMAZON This next set is outta this world ©Amazon The 834-piece LEGO Lilo & Stitch Beach House Set is currently 32% off on Amazon! This set lets you build a 2-level beach house model and includes fun little Easter eggs, such as 2 surfboards, Lilo’s doll Scrump, a record player, a pickle jar, and a brick-built spaceship. The set also includes figures of David, Lilo, Mr. Bubbles, Nani, and Stitch. BUY ON AMAZON Save on this Encanto-themed set ©Amazon You can also save 25% on the LEGO Encanto Magical Madrigal House Set! This 1,560-piece set is filled with movie details and lets you build 9 sections of the house, including moving shingles, waving shutters, a bed-swing, and a small storage drawer. It also includes figures of Mirabel, Abuela, Isabela, Dolores, Luisa, Camilo, Antonio, and 2 animals. BUY ON AMAZON You don’t need to pay full price for this popular LEGO Star Wars set ©Amazon Finally, right now you can save 20% on the LEGO Star Wars Millennium Falcon 25th Anniversary Collectible! This 921-piece set was designed for adult builders and lets you recreate authentic details of the iconic starship. The set also includes a nameplate and a LEGO Star Wars 25th Anniversary brick. BUY ON AMAZON View every Disney LEGO deal by clicking the link below! VIEW MORE DEALS ON AMAZON Keep it posted right here at DFB for updates on more Disney LEGO deals! View the full article

Spaceship Earth is a ride and the icon of EPCOT, and now it’s finally going to get a long-awaited update. EPCOT Disney dropped a ton of news recently at D23 — from brand-new lands, ride updates, and more. One of those announcements was that Spaceship Earth would be receiving a refurbishment in the future. However, when the news broke, not all of the Disney fans were happy. The Next Chapter Begins During the “Horizons: A Carousel of Progress” panel at D23, Disney Imagineer Ali Rubinstein confirmed that Spaceship Earth is getting its first real update in nearly 20 years. The current version of the ride celebrates human communication, but the reimagined attraction will shift its focus to human connection, bringing the story into the present day and beyond. New magic is coming to every scene, and while the classic EPCOT spirit of the ride will stay intact, Disney says the way that story gets told is about to change. ©Disney That hesitation makes a lot of sense once you consider the timeline. Spaceship Earth actually closed for a refurbishment as recently as last fall, reopening in October 2025. But as we reported at the time, that refresh turned out to be far more modest than fans were hoping for — no new scenes, no updated narration, no story overhaul. It’s a big reason this new announcement is landing with a mix of excitement and skepticism rather than pure celebration. Spaceship Earth Adding to that skepticism: this isn’t even the first time Disney has promised this exact kind of overhaul. Back at D23 in 2019, the company said Spaceship Earth would stay a journey through time but get new scenes, a new guide, and all-new narration centered on storytelling and shared human experience. Sound familiar? Six years later, it looks like that promise may finally be coming true, but plenty of fans aren’t ready to celebrate until they see it for themselves. EPCOT What Fans are Saying Reader reactions have ranged from cautiously hopeful to downright weary. One commenter summed up the frustration many longtime EPCOT fans feel about the pace of updates across the park: “Didn’t they just refurb this? We are in perpetual shutdowns of rides phase. Endless construction.” Others are firmly in the “if it ain’t broke” camp. “Leave it alone,” one fan wrote, reflecting a sentiment shared by Guests who love Spaceship Earth exactly as it is and worry that a reimagining could lose some of what makes the ride special. Then there’s the wait-and-see crowd, still recovering from years of big Disney announcements that took much longer than expected to materialize — or didn’t pan out quite as promised. “I will believe it when I see it, just like everything they have been announcing,” one reader commented. Spaceship Earth It’s a fair point. Disney didn’t share a timeline for when these Spaceship Earth changes will actually happen, and given the ride’s history of announced-but-delayed updates, it’s understandable that fans want to see concrete progress before getting too excited. Still, there’s plenty of reason for optimism here too. A refresh centered on human connection feels timely, and after two decades without a real overhaul, Spaceship Earth is due for some new magic. Keep it locked to DisneyFoodBlog for the latest updates on Spaceship Earth, EPCOT, and everything else happening across Disney Parks as more details roll in. Disney Just Made 12 MAJOR Announcements Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of this announcement? Tell us in the comments below! View the full article

My Disney World Trip-Length Recommendations If this is your first Walt Disney World vacation and you have the time and budget, I recommend planning about 7 nights, with 5 park days and at least 1 down day. Can you visit all four Walt Disney World theme parks in four days? Absolutely. Would I recommend doing […] The post How Many Days Do You Really Need at Disney World? appeared first on Military Disney Tips. View the full article

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Christmas at Disney World is magical with the giant tree in the parks and the delicious snacks everywhere you turn. But there’s one thing about a Christmas trip to Disney that is not magical: the flight prices. Frontier Plane at the Orlando Airport While this week is such a fun time to visit Disney World, it’s also one of the most expensive weeks of the year to fly into Orlando. The good news is that “expensive” doesn’t have to mean “unaffordable.” With the right timing and a few insider tricks, it’s realistic to land round-trip flights to Orlando for around $250 per person, even during the holiday rush. Here’s exactly how to do it. Book 51–58 Days Before Christmas Holiday airfare doesn’t behave like normal airfare. Instead of getting cheaper the longer you wait, it tends to climb the closer you get to departure, since seats sell out rather than sit empty. Multi-year booking data consistently points to one sweet spot for Christmas fares: 51 to 58 days before December 25th. For a Christmas Day 2026 flight, that lines up with booking between roughly October 27th and November 3rd, 2026. This is the window where fares have historically been at or near their lowest point of the whole season. If you’re reading this in August or September, this is genuinely still early — mark your calendar for late October so you don’t miss the window. ©MCO Avoid Booking Inside 21 Days of Departure On the flip side, waiting too long is the single most common way to overpay for Christmas flights. Fares can jump noticeably in the final three weeks before a holiday departure, as remaining seats become scarcer. For a December 25th flight, that means avoid booking after roughly December 4th, 2026. If you’re still watching prices in mid-December, you’re already in the expensive zone — book sooner rather than hoping for a last-minute drop. Southwest Planes at Orlando International Airport Fly on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day Itself It feels counterintuitive, but flying on the actual holiday is often one of the better-value travel days of the entire season, simply because most travelers go out of their way to avoid it. December 24th and December 25th have historically been priced lower than the days immediately surrounding them. The days right after Christmas tend to be some of the most expensive travel days of the year, since that’s when everyone else is trying to fly home or start their trip. If your family is flexible on exactly which day you arrive at the parks, building your itinerary around a Christmas Day arrival can be one of the single biggest savings on this list. Baggage claim! Fly Midweek to Save Day of the week matters almost as much as time of year. Tuesday and Wednesday are consistently the cheapest days to fly into Orlando. Sunday and Monday tend to run the most expensive. Handy bonus for 2026: Christmas Eve falls on a Thursday and Christmas Day on a Friday, so building a trip around those dates already leans toward the cheaper side of the week. Shifting a return flight from a Sunday to a Tuesday, even by a couple of days, can meaningfully change the total fare. MCO Airport Security Compare Airports: MCO vs. SFB Most flights to Walt Disney World land at Orlando International (MCO), but budget carrier Allegiant flies into Orlando Sanford International (SFB), about 45 minutes north of the parks — and it’s worth comparing both before you book. Orlando International (MCO) Served by nearly every major U.S. airline, plus international carriers. About 30 minutes from Disney property. Far more nonstop routes and schedule flexibility, especially useful over a high-demand week like Christmas. Orlando Sanford (SFB) Served primarily by Allegiant, an ultra-low-cost carrier, with base fares that regularly undercut MCO. About 45 minutes from Disney property. Limited schedule — Allegiant doesn’t fly every route daily, and holiday-week seats sell out early. For travelers whose home airport has a direct, low Allegiant fare into SFB, this comparison can be one of the biggest single savings on the whole trip — just price out the extra ground transportation before you commit. Orlando Sanford Airport Watch for Flash Sales: Travel Tuesday, Black Friday, and More Airlines run some of their biggest sales of the year right around the holidays themselves — which is a little ironic, but useful if you know how to work around it. Black Friday (November 27, 2026) and Travel Tuesday (December 1, 2026) are two of the most reliable flash-sale days on the airline calendar, with carriers like Southwest, Frontier, Spirit, and Alaska historically offering steep base-fare discounts. The catch: these sales almost always carve out blackout dates covering the December holiday season itself, so the discount typically won’t apply to your actual December 24th–25th flight. The workaround: use a Travel Tuesday or Black Friday fare for the shoulder days just outside the blackout window — arriving a few days early or heading home in early January — and book your actual Christmas-week flight separately using the timing strategies above. Sign up for airline email lists now so you see these sales the moment they launch; they often require booking within just a day or two. Orlando International Airport Actual Prices in 2026 To show these strategies in action, here’s what round-trip fares to Orlando International (MCO) actually looked like for a Christmas week trip (December 23rd–30th): Atlanta (ATL) to MCO: $232 round-trip on Delta; $218 round-trip on Frontier Charlotte (CLT) to MCO: $336 round-trip on Frontier Boston (BOS) to MCO: $412 round-trip on Southwest A little flexibility on dates and airports goes a long way toward getting you to Disney World without breaking the bank. Be sure to follow DFB for more Disney holiday news and travel tips. Read More about The Holiday Season in Walt Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. 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Halloween season has officially arrived in Disney World, and we are SO feeling the spooky season vibes. We’ve been drinking our pumpkin spice lattes, checking out some Halloween food, admiring all the fun fall and Halloween decor in Magic Kingdom, and going to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Cruella Cookie Sandwich Well, speaking of the party, we kinda’ have something we need to warn you about, especially if you plan on Mobile Ordering any food during the event. So we recently attended Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, which is a special ticketed event that happens on select nights in Magic Kingdom through October 31st. One of the things we love MOST about the party is that it has special foods and drinks that you can only get at the party, but we’ve run into a little bit of a food problem there! Minnie Witch Hat So the cool thing is that you can use Mobile Order during the party to order your food and drinks ahead of time. HOWEVER, we had a problem with that. Typically, you place your order on the My Disney Experience app and select a window of time to pick it up. Then you go to the restaurant and let the app know that you’ve arrived. Usually after that, you get a notification when your food is ready for pick-up. Mobile Order Well, we did that, just like we always do, at the party, but we got a notification that our order was ready to be picked up BEFORE our scheduled time had even started and BEFORE we had even let the app know that we were at the restaurant. And that happened TWICE. And, yes, our food was actually ready EARLY. Obviously, this is a little frustrating when you’re over on the far side of the park, and your food is waiting for you on the other side, but you had plans to pick it up at a certain time (which is how Mobile Order is supposed to work). Skull-icious Cake We don’t know if this problem was specific to the party we attended or if it’s something that might be a continuous problem throughout other parties, but we wanted to give you a heads-up, just in case. We’ll keep an eye out for more Disney World news, so stay tuned to DFB for more. 6 Brutal Mistakes I Already Saw at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party  IT'S SPOOK-TACULAR! Get ready for the spookiest season of the year at Disney World with our guide -- Halloween at Disney World: DFB's Spook-tacular Guide! From the thrills of Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party to the enchanting resort decorations that'll send shivers down your spine, our guide is packed with tips and tricks to help you squeeze every ounce of ghoulish fun out of your visit. Plus, we've got the inside scoop on all the limited-time-only bone-chilling activities happening across the parks! Get the Halloween at Disney World: DFB's Spook-tacular Guide to make your frightfully delightful adventure even more magical! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Halloween at Walt Disney World Get ALL the Info on Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Photos AND Reviews: ALL the Fall and Halloween Treats in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Have you come across this weird glitch? Share your experiences in the comments! View the full article

Here at Disney Food Blog, we’re constantly looking for frightfully fun Disney Halloween merch to make the season ten times more festive. Jack and Sally It might only be August, but these ultra-popular Disney Halloween finds will disappear faster than a ghost! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Carry the Pumpkin King around with this Jack Skellington Shoulder Plush! ©Amazon This Jack Skellington Shoulder Plush features a ghoulishly delightful Jack Skellington plush that perches securely on your shoulder with a hidden magnetic base, keeping the Pumpkin King close at hand. Bring a haunting hint of Halloween Town to your outfits! view ON AMAZON Drink up with this The Nightmare Before Christmas The Mayor Ceramic Mug! ©Amazon This The Nightmare Before Christmas The Mayor Ceramic Mug features the iconic Mayor of Halloween Town and showcases his distinctive dual-faced charm and personality. The two-sided design features his smiling and anxious expressions on either side, perfectly captured on the removable lid that serves as the Mayor’s head. view ON AMAZON Have a frightfully fun time with these Nightmare Before Christmas Playing Cards! ©Amazon These Nightmare Before Christmas Playing Cards are custom-designed court cards featuring Jack Skellington, Sally, Oogie Boogie, and many more iconic characters from The Nightmare Before Christmas. Sparkling purple foil accents across the tuck, card back, and faces give this deck a perfectly spooky vibe! view ON AMAZON These Nightmare Before Christmas Halloween Accent Plates are great for parties! ©Amazon These Nightmare Before Christmas Halloween Accent Plates include four accent plates featuring Jack Skellington, Zero, and Sally. These accent plates will add a touch of fright to silent nights! view ON AMAZON This The Nightmare Before Christmas Trinket Jar Set is perfect for your potion-making supplies! ©Amazon This The Nightmare Before Christmas Trinket Jar Set features iconic Nightmare Before Christmas designs. Use these jars to store jewelry, trinkets, or small keepsakes, adding a touch of spooky charm to any room or vanity! view ON AMAZON Have a spooky game night with Operation: Disney The Nightmare Before Christmas! ©Amazon This Operation: Disney The Nightmare Before Christmas is a spooky version of the classic Operation game featuring Oogie Boogie as a patient ready for Funatomy with a complete set of surgical supplies. This board game set is a perfect activity for Halloween parties, birthdays, and family bonding! view ON AMAZON Still haven’t found your new favorite Disney Halloween souvenir? Shop all 140 of our favorite Disney Halloween finds! view ON AMAZON We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

LEVEL99 has been a major hit since it opened at Disney Springs, and we’re not the only ones who think so! LEVEL99 game room entrance This interactive, social entertainment experience is a destination for “real-world, challenge-based, social entertainment” for adults, featuring physical and mental challenges set in artistic environments. We’ve had SO much fun at LEVEL99, but they’ve just announced a major change that we think will make the experience even BETTER! Instructions are replacing Hints! Previously, before you would go to play one of the games at LEVEL99, the Entry Screen outside of the game room would give you the option to view Hints about what to expect from the game. From there, it was sort of up to you as a player to figure it out. This meant that you could be spending some time trying to determine what exactly you were supposed to be doing before actually doing it. Entry Screen But now, LEVEL99 has revealed that Instructions have replaced Hints on all game Entry Screens! Now when you click the Instructions lightbulb in the bottom right-hand corner of any Entry Screen, you’ll see a pop-up that includes the Goal, Rules, and Star info for the game — no more guessing what you’re supposed to be doing! Brain Cells game Using the lightbulb is still optional, and many folks may still prefer to solve the puzzle on their own, but the Instructions for each game are now there if players want them. Entry Screen The Disney Springs location is the largest LEVEL99 to date, and you’ll find it on the West Side of Disney Springs. If you’re interested in going on your next trip, you can buy tickets in advance of your visit at level99.com. Tickets start at $29.99 per player for intervals of 1.5 to 2.5 hours of play. Island Bash There are three different types of games at LEVEL99: Rooms, Duels, and Art Hunts: Challenge Rooms are cooperative games for teams of 2-6 players, taking 1-4 minutes to complete. Each room features a unique experience in either the PHYSICAL, SKILL, or MENTAL categories. Physical rooms test “strength, balance, and flexibility.” Skill rooms test “accuracy, timing, and reflexes.” Mental rooms test “memory, problem-solving, spatial thinking… and more!” Duels are head-to-head challenges found throughout LEVEL99; Art Hunts are “a low-key scavenger hunt involving the playful art found all throughout the space. Each piece of art contains a hidden Glyph” as a fun way to explore the entire location. The location in Disney Springs features more than 40 original works of art. Magician’s Sideshow The goal of your LEVEL99 is to “work with your friends to discover new challenges, collect all the stars, find digital treasure, and master new experiences.” Think of it like an escape room, an obstacle course, and an arcade all wrapped into one! At the Disney Springs location, guests have access to 63 life-sized mini-games and challenges — that’s a LOT of games! LEVEL99 We’ll be on the lookout for more LEVEL99 updates you need to know about and more! In the meantime, make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and beyond. Check out more LEVEL99 news at the links below! NEWS: LEVEL99 Just Made a Major Change at Disney WorldThe Hidden Details You Didn’t Know Existed at LEVEL99 In Disney Springs Until NowNEWS: LEVEL99 Is Now OPEN LATER at Disney Springs3 MAJOR Disney World Announcements Including A NEW Snack Stand in EPCOT3 NEW Restaurants, Attraction Overhauls, and Food and Wine Festival Updates — Every Major Disney Announcement You Missed Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you been to LEVEL99 at Disney Springs yet? Let us know in the comments below. View the full article

If you’re a 90’s kid, then the Disney Renaissance era is probably super nostalgic for you. It includes movies like Aladdin, Mulan, The Little Mermaid, and Beauty and the Beast that shaped our millennial childhoods! Belle We went clothes hunting in search of some Disney Renaissance-era nostalgia, and we found some super cute T-shirts from Target that are SO nostalgic! If you’re also on the hunt for some nostalgic Disney tees, this is the post for you! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. This Mushu Dragon Not Lizard T-Shirt is iconic! ©Target This Mushu Dragon Not Lizard T-Shirt features an amazing, slightly distressed graphic of Mushu angrily walking with the text: “Intimidating and Awe-Inspiring Dragon-Not-Lizard” printed around him. It’s a super fun nod to Mulan! view ON Target This Beauty and the Beast Bouquet Crop T-Shirt is enchanted! ©Amazon This Beauty and the Beast Bouquet Crop T-Shirt features Belle in her village look holding a bouquet of pink roses alongside the grumpy Beast. The classic Beauty and the Beast film logo is below them, so you’ll always remember the iconic movie! view ON Target You ain’t ever had a friend like this Genie Fashion Show T-Shirt! ©Target This Genie Fashion Show T-Shirt features a cool graphic of the iconic Genie in nine different outfits across the front, including a magician, a bagpipe player, a Frenchman, a tailor, a waiter, a tourist, and his signature look. view ON Target Go under the sea with this Distressed Ursula Poster T-Shirt! ©Target This Distressed Ursula Poster T-Shirt features an amazing graphic of the evil sea witch Ursula and her eel companions Flotsam and Jetsam casting a villainous curse. The Little Mermaid is printed above them in matching green lettering so you’ll always remember the classic story! view ON AMAZON We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

A successful school year starts long before the first day of class. As part of its annual back-to-school efforts, Disney Cruise Line aims to inspire future generations with professional development and educational opportunities. New this year, Disney Programs welcomed the first-ever group of students from the University of The Bahamas into its Cultural Exchange Program. These students were provided real-world experience working in a variety of roles across Disney’s theme parks, resorts and water parks. This program continues Disney Cruise Line’s longstanding relationship with the university to help provide hospitality and leadership training. Alongside 11 other Bahamian students, music education student Turquoise embarked on his Disney Program at Walt Disney World Resort as a Quick Service Food and Beverage cast member. During the program, Turquoise got a firsthand look at the impact of supporting teachers during the Back-to-School season with Disney Cruise Line. Equipping Educators, Empowering Futures with Disney VoluntEARS For Turquoise, his experience working at Walt Disney World Resort has allowed him to dream big about the magic he will bring to his future classrooms, and getting involved with Disney Cruise Line VoluntEARS has proven to him the importance of giving back. “My first passion was music, but I fell in love with teaching through volunteering,” said Turquoise. “One of the moments that stayed with me was receiving an appreciation letter from a student I had the opportunity to teach. It reminded me how meaningful it can be to make a difference for a child.” Turquoise joined Disney Wish crew member VoluntEARS at Supply Zone for Teachers in Brevard County, preparing thousands of classroom supplies for local teachers ahead of the new school year. He shared how honored he felt to play even a small part in setting up local educators and their students for success. “In many places, teachers do not always have access to the books and supplies they need. As a future educator, it means a lot to know programs like this exist to help teachers create classrooms where students feel successful.” Turquoise alongside VoluntEARS from the Disney Wish at Supply Zone for Teachers. Turquoise also found inspiration in lessons learned through his unique experience working this summer at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park. “I never imagined I would work at Disney while studying education, but my Disney Program has shown me how much those lessons connect to the classroom. Inclusion, safety and creating meaningful experiences matter just as much for students as they do for guests.” Annual Back-to-School Giving Since 2012, Disney Cruise Line has participated annually with Supply Zone for Teachers through donations and volunteer events where crew members from the ships give back to the community. The Brevard Schools Foundation’s nonprofit resource center provides free school supplies throughout the county, preparing classrooms and students for success. “Our Disney Cruise Line VoluntEARS always arrive ready to jump in wherever they’re needed, and it’s amazing to see what they accomplish during the limited time they have in port,” said Nina Moser, director of development for Brevard Schools Foundation. “Their teamwork, positive energy, and willingness to serve make a tremendous difference and our team truly looks forward to each opportunity to work alongside them.” Far right: Crew member Becky helps assemble tie-dye kits for Supply Zone for Teachers. For Youth Activities crew member, Becky, this event was especially meaningful. Not only was it her first time participating as a Disney Cruise Line VoluntEAR, but she is also a teacher back home! “This event really touched my heart,” Becky shared. “As a teacher myself, having something like this is so important. Being able to have access to those resources that you might not be able to normally, helping set your classroom up for the year and making sure the kids you’re teaching actually have everything they need is so fulfilling because it means you can just jump straight in and all the learning is right there.” Supporting Students Across Port Communities Each year, Disney Cruise Line crew members continue to support students and educators in communities where Disney sails. That commitment carries across annual Back-to-School efforts in Florida, The Bahamas and, for the first time this year, Alaska. FLORIDA In addition to supporting Supply Zone for Teachers, Disney Cruise Line crew members assembled food packages with Children’s Hunger Project in Brevard County and set up learning spaces for educators at the Jack & Jill Center in Broward County. VoluntEARS also supported students through STEAM-focused programming, community events and hands-on conservation learning experiences in collaboration with organizations including Brevard Zoo and Cocoa Boys & Girls Club. THE BAHAMAS Since 2023, Disney Cruise Line has helped thousands of Bahamian students across Nassau, Abaco and Eleuthera receive the textbooks and supplies they need for a successful school year. This year, the work included expanded efforts through The Play Project initiative that included the development and refurbishment of safe play spaces, school beautification projects and kitting events alongside nonprofits like The Buddy Hield Foundation, love.futbol and Good Sports. ALASKA Crew VoluntEARS from the Disney Wonder had the chance to visit Harborview Elementary in Juneau. Alongside Southeast Alaska Food Bank, VoluntEARS donated boot and glove dryers along with hundreds of activity bags filled with learning books and games for the students in addition to pre-packaged snacks for all students at the school. The students even got a very special visit from Captain Mickey Mouse and Captain Minnie Mouse! Disney Cruise Line Year-Round Impact Disney Cruise Line is committed to making a positive, lasting impact in port communities around the world, supporting efforts that strengthen local communities, protect the environment and create meaningful opportunities for future generations. As Disney Cruise Line continues to expand the fleet, the focus remains on operating responsibly and growing the impact in the port communities it calls home. To learn more, visit DisneyExperiences.com or Disney Cruise Line Crew & Community on Facebook.  The post Future Educator Helps Disney Cruise Line Bring Magic to Florida Classrooms appeared first on Disney Experiences. View the full article

Looking to plan the perfect trip to the Happiest Place on Earth in 2027?! Now is your chance! Disneyland Hotel Disney vacation packages and Disneyland Resort Hotel room reservations for 2027 will be available as of August 25th, 2026. If you haven’t already started thinking about your trip to Disneyland Resort next year, this is definitely the time to start — and we know exactly who can help you do it. These packages will be valid for arrivals from January 1st through December 31st, 2027, and full details will be released tomorrow. Visits to Disneyland this fall and winter are already available to book, so if you’re trying to visit the parks sooner, go ahead and book your trip! Disneyland Next year is a great time to visit Disneyland, especially because Disney just announced that three beloved shows are returning in 2027! “Remember…Dreams Come True”, “World of Color” and “Magic Happens” parade will all be returning to Disneyland next year! ©Disney “Remember…Dreams Come True” will light up Disneyland Park once again. This nighttime spectacular will return in February 2027. In addition to projections on Sleeping Beauty Castle, the show will feature new projections at Rivers of America, the facade of “it’s a small world,” and all the way down Main Street, U.S.A. On select nights, the show will also be enhanced with fireworks. “it’s a small world” The original “World of Color” will return to Disney California Adventure Park in February 2027 with an updated take… ©Disney …and the “Magic Happens” Parade will return to Disneyland in summer 2027. The parade will feature “stunning floats, artistic costumes, and imaginative music.” We can’t wait to see all of these fan-favorite shows return to Disneyland next year! Magic Happens parade If you’re looking for help booking your 2027 trip to Disneyland Resort, make sure you check out our friends over at Small World Vacations! They’re Disney travel agents who know their stuff, and they can help you plan your visit from start to finish — and even make sure you’re getting the best deals and discounts on your trip. We’ll be on the lookout for even more Disneyland planning updates you need to know about and more. In the meantime, make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and beyond! Check out more Disneyland Resort news at the links below! “I LOVE THAT BURLAP MAN” and 3 More Hilarious Things We Overheard in the Disney Parks This WeekEVERYTHING You Can Expect at Disney’s Oogie Boogie Bash in 2026Why You Need NEW Photos With These Classic Disney CharactersChanges Hit Disney’s Haunted MansionDisneyland Just Honored Bob Iger’s Career as Disney’s CEO DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO Are you planning a trip to Disneyland in 2027? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

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If you’re planning a trip to Disney World, you’ve probably figured out the basics, like your budget, where you’re staying, how long you’re staying, and what tickets you need. But you also have to figure out transportation: how will you get to Disney World? Allegiant Air For many of us, that means flying, but it’s not always the EASIEST option. However, budget airline Allegiant Airlines just added nine new routes, including routes to airports in Florida, so it might just be easier for you now. That’s right. Allegiant just added nine new nonstop routes, including destinations in Florida with fares as low as $49 if you book within a limited time. Seven of the routes are seasonal and will cover peak spring travel destinations, including spring break. This includes a new year-round route and a seasonal route to the Orlando area. Allegiant The year-round Orlando route is between Cincinatti/Northern Kentucky International Airport and Orlando. This new route will begin on February 12th, 2027. The seasonal route will be between Grand Forks International Airport and Orlando Sanford International Airport and will begin on February 10th, 2027, and will operate through April 17th, 2027. Orlando Sanford Airport Other new seasonal routes include: Boston Logan Airport to Orlando Sanford International Airport beginning on February 13th, 2027 and operating through April 24th, 2027 Boston Logan Airport to Punta Gorda Airport in Florida beginning on February 13th, 2027 and operating through April 24thth, 2027 Boston Logan Airport to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport beginning on February 13th, 2027 and operating through April 24th, 2027 Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport beginning on February 13th, 2027 and operating through April 24th, 2027 Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport to Orlando Sanford International Airport beginning on February 13th, 2027 and operating through April 25th, 2027 Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport beginning on February 13th, 2027 and operating through April 24th, 2027 Portsmouth International Airport to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport beginning on February 20th, 2027 and operating through May 1st, 2027 ©Allegiant Airlines We’ll keep an eye out for more new flights, so stay tuned to DFB for more. 4 Flight Habits Flight Attendants Secretly Judge You For Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Do you ever travel with Allegiant Airlines? Share your experiences in the comments! View the full article

We love Disney Loungefly bags, but we don’t love the prices that come along with them. That’s why we’re always looking for bags on sale so we can still get our favorite Loungeflys while saving some extra money. ©Amazon We found five Disney Loungeflys that are up to 43% off! These deals don’t last for long, so if you have your eye on it, make sure you grab it fast! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Bambi Micro Convertible Mini Backpack ©Amazon Coming in at 43% off, this bag can be used as a mini backpack or as a crossbody bag. It has a beautiful purple shimmer and is the perfect size to hold all of your essentials like your phone, wallet, and lip gloss all in one place. Bambi lovers are going to be obsessed! check it out here! Winnie the Pooh Sequin Mini Backpack ©Amazon Pooh is totally covered in sequins! The bag is 8% off, and we love the ombre colors along with those little ears sticking out. It’s also glittery on the front pocket, and the inside fabric has more pictures of Pooh. We would love to wear this to the Hundred Acre Woods… or when meeting Pooh at Magic Kingdom. check it out here! Rapunzel All-Over Print Mini Backpack ©Amazon Well, now we have “I Have a Dream” stuck in our heads! This bag features various Tangled characters, such as Rapunzel, Flynn, Maximus, and Pascal, along with plenty of floating lanterns. It’s 20% off, and we’ll wear this in Fantasyland and back home since we love the design that much. check it out here! Minnie Mouse Checkered Mini Backpack ©Amazon If you’re looking for a classic bag that can match almost every outfit, this is the one! It’s 33% off and is a beautiful light shade of pink. You can even see a light checkered pattern when you look more closely. It’s subtle and soft and totally one of our favorites. check it out here! Lilo & Stitch Hawaiian Mini Backpack ©Amazon Stitch always gets the best souvenirs! This bag is 30% off and is totally covered in flowers and pineapple. We love how realistic the leaves look, but then you get the adorable cartoon Stitch popping out and causing chaos. check it out here! Make sure you keep following Disney Food Blog for more of our favorite Disney finds and sales that you don’t want to miss. View the full article

We always make sure to bring you reviews of all the newest snacks around Disney World. Halloween! And right now, there are LOTS of new snacks to try as the Halloween menus and specialty items continue to roll out. With so many spooky options, it can be difficult to know which snacks you should try on your next visit. Which is why we are reviewing all the Halloween treats for you! On our last visit to Disney, we took a trip over to the Contempo Cafe at Disney’s Contemporary Resort to try the Spiced Pumpkin Cupcake for $6.79. This is a spiced pumpkin cake with cream cheese filling, topped with spiced buttercream and a ghost profiterole. Spiced Pumpkin Cupcake This pumpkin cake is moist, rich, and held its structure really well. The pumpkin flavor was strong without being over the top, and when combined with the cream cheese filling was delicious. This filling was smooth, creamy, and added the perfect amount of tanginess to the pumpkin flavor in the cake, but we really wish this filling went all the way to the bottom rather than stopping about halfway through. Spiced Pumpkin Cupcake The spiced buttercream was light and fluffy, with a vanilla flavor and a subtle hint of cinnamon spice. The sprinkles on top did not have any flavor, but they added a nice crunchy texture. The ghost profiterole had a light and airy pastry texture similar to a donut hole. Cutie Ghost! If you love pumpkin spice flavors, then this is a must-try and will be a fan favorite among both kids and adults for the great taste and cute design! Spiced Pumpkin Cupcake We will continue to bring you all of the Halloween snack reviews, so stay tuned to Disney Food Blog so you never miss anything! We Tried A NEW Spooky Drink Flight in Disney Springs! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be trying this Halloween treat? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event gave us SO many details and updates on all the projects currently underway in Disney World. ©Disney We got news on Piston Peak, Villains Land, Tropical Americas, and a lot of new information about Monstropolis coming to Hollywood Studios, and today we are taking a deep dive into all the details and concept art about the new show coming to the land. Disney has confirmed that this highly anticipated new land, where guests will finally be able to roam and explore the streets of Monstropolis, will be opening sometime in 2027. At the initial opening, everything will be open in this land except the exciting Door Coaster, which will have a delayed opening. ©Disney Other than the coaster, this land will hold the iconic Harryhausen’s restaurant and a new show titled “Welcome to Monstropolis.” This show will be taking place in the Glob Theater, in the former location of Muppet Vision 3D. Disney has revealed that this show will be hosted by Mike and Sulley, and as explained by Chris Beatty, Vice President, Walt Disney Imagineering, “Sulley has been working on a small, homespun show, but Mike – ever the showman – has a few surprises up his sleeve that he thinks will bring down the house. Hopefully not literally.” This show will also include a brand-new song by Randy Newman called “Welcome to Monstropolis,” which will be the very first song Newman has composed for a Disney Park. Now that we’ve gone over all the details we’ve gotten so far, let’s take a look at this concept art! Welcome to Monstropolis Concept Art ©Disney Here you can see the stage has come to life with monsters, and it also looks like the theater boxes next to the stage that used to hold Statler and Waldorf and Bean in Muppet Vision 3D have been converted to screens showing some of the action happening on stage. ©Disney If you look back towards the stage, we can see that some of our favorite monsters are coming to life in this show. We, of course, see Mike and Sulley, but there are also several of the Oozma Kappa gang from Monsters University, including Don Carlton, Art, and Terri & Terry. ©Disney If you look towards the top of the stage, you can see some of the iconic doors that appear to be open to other locations, so we are hopeful that we will get to see some cool effects of these doors in the show. You can also see several members of the Child Detection Agency running around. ©Disney If you look at the bottom right corner of the concept art, you can see a cameraman filming the events on stage, seemingly live, to those screens beside the stage. So we think there may be a “live-broadcast” element to the plot of this new show. ©Disney In the bottom left corner of the screen, you can also see a monster band, which could also fit into this idea that Mike and Sulley are welcoming us to Monstropolis with a “live” performance that is being broadcast. ©Disney We also love all of the monster detail work on the stage itself, where you can see eyes, tentacles, and more. ©Disney And of course, we cannot ignore the chaos happening all around that seems to be caused by these small yellow monsters that appear to be wreaking havoc, so we think these little guys might play a big role in this upcoming show. ©Disney Overall, we cannot wait to experience this show and visit Monstropolis when it opens next year. We will continue to bring you all of the Disney World news, so stay tuned with Disney Food Blog so you never miss anything! Opening Timeline Revealed for Monstropolis in Hollywood Studios! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of this new show coming to Monstropolis? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Since 1955, Disneyland Resort has been a source of joy and inspiration to the world — a mission that started with Walt Disney himself over 70 years ago. This sentiment extends beyond the parks’ gates, inspiring initiatives to bring joy to children and families within Orange County and throughout Anaheim. This includes last year’s 70 Happiest Hours in Anaheim initiative, a three-day citywide celebration to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Disneyland Resort. This year, The Happiest Place on Earth is bringing even more happiness to the local community! Celebrating over 70 years of magic in Anaheim, Disneyland Resort is inviting residents to experience exciting events and fun surprises, as we create the Happiest Day in Anaheim on Aug. 27. There is so much excitement in store, everything from treat stops at various locations to surprise visits from iconic characters and more. Anaheim residents: Be on the lookout for plenty of magic this week and stay tuned here for updates on all the latest surprises. Traveling Across Anaheim with Disney Treats What’s better than a Disney treat on a summer day? A surprise Disney treat! Ahead of the Happiest Day in Anaheim, the fun kicked off for residents with surprise visits from Disneyland Resort making treat stops across the city. Throughout the month, over 2,000 residents across Anaheim were greeted with sprinkles of Disney magic, with visits spanning across a variety of local community centers and events. Whether it was surprising kids attending summer camp at Oak Canyon Nature Center, or welcoming families at the YMCA Sports Complex, Disney VoluntEARS brought plenty of smiles and unique treats to each surprise location — greeting residents of all ages with fun finds like bubble wands, Mickey Mouse plush, and Minnie Mouse ears. Hang Up the Harness: Benny the Security Dog Retires in Style READ MORE Disneyland Resort Welcomes One Billionth Guest READ MORE A Team of Creators Walk for CHOC READ MORE The post Disneyland Resort Creates the Happiest Day in Anaheim appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article