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Oh, the lazy, hazy days of summer. Summer isn’t just a time to go on vacation. It’s also a great time to visit Disney Springs where you can do ALL the shopping your heart desires, as well as all the EATING your heart desires. St. Augustine Strawberry Refresher from Summer House on the Lake Summer is also a great time to try new things like competing with your family and friends at LEVEL99. Or maybe you’d prefer something a little less physical, like taking a cocktail class. Well, if that’s your speed, Summer House on the Lake has just what you’re looking for: a summer cocktail class. Interested? Tickets are on sale now for $114 per person. Grab tickets here! We’ll keep an eye out for more special Disney World events, so stay tuned to DFB for more. YIKES! Disney World’s Water Parks Are NOT For The Weak This Summer 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 Is this something you’d be interested in this summer? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Amazon is having one of those days where it feels like someone in a warehouse just decided Disney fans deserved a win. ©Amazon If you’ve been putting off buying a birthday gift, getting a head start on those holiday presents, or just want something fun for your own shelf, this is the week to strike. We rounded up the best discounted Disney finds worth adding to your cart right now, from interactive plushies to collector figures to the water bottle you didn’t know you needed. Here’s everything worth grabbing before the prices creep back up. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Your Kid Is About to Ask for This On Repeat — 21% OFF ©Amazon If your household has hit the “I want a pet but I’m not ready for a pet” phase, we might have found the loophole. The Disney Ultimate Stitch Interactive Feature Plush brings all of Stitch’s chaotic energy into a 17-inch fluffy package, no litter box required. This toy has over 100 sound and motion combinations, so tapping his nose, tongue, belly, or hand gets you everything from sweet giggles to a full-blown alien tantrum. Hold his hand and he calms right down, which honestly feels like a metaphor for parenting some days. Kids ages 3 and up will be obsessed, and it runs on six AA batteries that are already included, so there’s no scrambling on gift day. You can grab this one for the Stitch fan in your life right here. view ON AMAZON This Fixes Bedtime Without a Single Screen — 10% OFF ©Amazon Screens at bedtime are a slippery slope, and most parents know it. That’s where the Toniebox 2 Disney Bundle comes in clutch. This screen free audio player comes loaded with Lightning McQueen, Simba, Winnie the Pooh, and Baloo figures in a sky-blue colorway. Simply place a character on top to start listening to your favorite characters! No apps to babysit, no ads to dodge, just stories and songs your kid controls completely on their own. It also comes with a sleep timer, light, and a sunrise alarm, which means better bedtimes and smoother mornings for everyone involved. Take a look at the full bundle before nap time rebellion starts again. view ON AMAZON The Princess Version of the Same Bedtime Win — 10% OFF ©Amazon If your house leans more princess than classic, there’s a version for that, too! The Toniebox 2 Disney Princess Bundle comes in a cloud pink colorway with Ariel, Moana, Merida, and Belle figures ready to go straight out of the box. Same screen free setup, same sleep timer and sunrise alarm features, just a different lineup of royal storytellers. It’s built to grow with kids from ages 1 to 9 and up, so this isn’t something they’ll outgrow in a few months. Check out this bundle for your own little royal before it sells out. view ON AMAZON Every Disney Collection Needs a Little Chaos — 25% OFF ©Amazon Not every Disney fan wants another princess on the shelf — some want the villains! The Little People Disney Villains Special Edition Set gives grown up collectors a stylish way to celebrate the characters everyone secretly loves more than the heroes. Maleficent from Sleeping Beauty and Hades from Hercules both get the classic Little People treatment, and the whole set arrives in a decorative window box that looks great sitting out on display. This one skews more toward adult collectors and display shelves than toddler playtime. It’s worth checking the current price before this one’s gone. view ON AMAZON A Building Set That Doesn’t Feel Like Every Other Building Set — 20% OFF ©Amazon If the LEGO builder in your life has already made every castle and spaceship imaginable, they need something different. The LEGO Disney and Pixar Kevin and Dug set brings Up‘s most lovable duo into brick form for the first time ever. Kevin gets a revolving head, movable wings, and an opening beak, while Dug can sit or stand and even comes with his cone of shame. The set includes 628 pieces along with extras like the Adventure Book and a red balloon. Ages 9 and up will get the most out of building it, but honestly, the finished display works for any age of Up fan. Grab this one while it’s part of today’s discount. view ON AMAZON Give Every Princess a Seat at the Table — 13% OFF ©Amazon Buying dolls one at a time gets expensive fast, especially when your kid loves basically every princess equally. The Disney Store Official Classic Doll Collection Gift Set solves that problem in one go. This set comes with 11 classic dolls including Snow White, Cinderella, Ariel, Belle, Mulan, Tiana, and more, plus a hairbrush and accessories. It even comes with four mystery surprise boxes, which adds a little extra magic to unwrapping. The whole set arrives in a display gift box with a carry handle, so it doubles as decor when playtime is over. view ON AMAZON The Figure Set That Covers the Sidekicks Too — 29% OFF ©Amazon Princesses get all the attention, but their animal sidekicks deserve some love too. The Disney Store Official Disney Princesses and Furry Friends Mega Figure Set includes 20 pieces total, with 11 heroines and 9 of their best companions like Rajah, Scuttle, Flounder, and Meeko. Each figure has expressive detailing and an attached base, making them just as fun to display as they are to play with. It’s a solid pick if your kid loves storytelling play more than static dolls. Take a peek at this set before the discount wraps up. view ON AMAZON Surprise Toys Hit Different — 14% OFF ©Amazon There’s a reason mystery boxes never go out of style. The MINISO Disney Stitch Eat Something Before Sleep Collection Vinyl Plush gives collectors that same rush of not knowing exactly what they’re getting. Each blind box features a random retro style design from the Lilo & Stitch universe, and they look great lined up as shelf decor once you start collecting more than one. Just know that ordering multiples means multiple random designs, so you’re not a guaranteed full set and could receive duplicates. view ON AMAZON Bath Time Just Got a Frozen Upgrade — 32% OFF ©Amazon Bubble machines are fun for about five minutes before kids lose interest, but this one’s built to hold their attention longer. The Little Kids Disney Frozen Elsa Light and Sound Musical Bubble Wand lets kids channel Elsa’s magic while it lights up, plays music, and pumps out bubbles with a simple on and off button. It even includes 4 fluid ounces of bubble solution so you’re not stuck buying refills the same day. It runs on three AAA batteries, which aren’t included, so grab a pack while you’re at it. Check it out here before bubble season really kicks off. view ON AMAZON At the end of the day, deals like this don’t stick around forever, and a lot of these are exactly the kind of things that make great gifts without requiring a special occasion. Whether you’re stocking up for a kid’s birthday or treating yourself to a new collector piece, today’s discounts make it a pretty easy call. 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

Lately, we’ve been talking about the possibility of expansion to Epic Universe. Now, this isn’t an expansion to the beloved park, but something NEW has arrived! Epic Universe We love a good day at Epic Universe. We’re talking racing in Mario Kart, getting a look at dragons, becoming a monster, and more. It’s just not the experiences that make this park special, but the food as well. That delicious selection of eats has more options because a brand-new snack spot just opened! The new snack kiosk at Epic Universe is called Satellite Shakes, and you’ll find it in Celestial Park, the main hub of the park. The kiosk offers three different milkshakes, and they all look delicious! Just take a look at the menu when you’re on the Universal app! ©Universal Look, we don’t know if it’s because the snack stand JUST opened or if everything is that good, but people around us were raving about the milkshakes here. We had to check for ourselves and be the judge of that. So, we went and tried the Captain Cacao’s Starlight Voyage for $13.99. Captain Cacao’s Starlight Voyage In our opinion, this is the cutest-looking milkshake that they have here. It is super chocolatey, but not overly sweet. It didn’t taste like it had any cheap flavors; in fact, it tasted like a high-quality milkshake you’d get at an actual milkshake spot. It’s so cute! It was thick, but not so thick that it got stuck in the straw. This had marshmallow fluff in it, which we loved, but it takes up so much space because it’s light and airy. So we finished this before we even realized. The mix of flavors was AMAZING, especially the chocolate whipped cream. This is so tasty! We’re not the biggest fans of the sprinkles only because they’re big and have a cardboardy texture, and just a pure sugar flavor. We 100% recommend this because it’s cute, it’s fun, it’s beautiful, and the shake itself isn’t heavy. It’s a great quality milkshake that can be had by one person. We’ll be coming back for this! We still need to get the Stargazer Cookie Butter milkshake and the Astronomer’s Strawberry Shortcake milkshake, so we’ll be back at Epic Universe’s new kiosk soon! For more food reviews from Universal Florida Resort, make sure to follow us at the Disney Food Blog! This Is the BEST Universal Horror News We’ve Seen All Week Read more: DFB's complete guide to Universal’s Epic Universe >> Are you going to try this spot when you go to Epic Universe? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Some of the best Disney World tips never appear on a map or in the app. Cast Members Cast Members spend every day helping guests navigate the parks, solve problems, and make the most of their vacations. Along the way, they pick up plenty of little tricks that can save time, reduce stress, and help you have even more fun! Here are three Disney World secrets we’ve learned from Cast Members that you should absolutely know before your next trip. You Can Change Your Mobile Order Return Time If you’ve ever placed a Mobile Order only to realize your plans changed a few minutes later, you’re definitely not alone. Maybe you hopped into a shorter-than-expected attraction line or decided to catch a parade before lunch. Thankfully, a Cast Member shared a trick that makes this situation much easier. ©Disney Instead of canceling your order and starting all over, open your Mobile Order in the My Disney Experience app and look for the option “change your arrival window.” As long as the restaurant has other time windows available, you can simply choose a later return slot that better fits your schedule. ©Disney This little feature is easy to miss, but it can make a huge difference on a busy park day. Rather than rushing across the park because your return window is approaching, you can adjust your plans without losing your order. It’s one of those hidden app features that feels like a lifesaver once you know it’s there. You Don’t Need to Open Your PhotoPass QR Code This next tip surprised us the first time we learned it from a Cast Member. Many guests think they need to pull up their park ticket or PhotoPass QR code every time they stop for a PhotoPass photographer. While that certainly works, it’s often not necessary if your ticket is already linked to your wallet. A Cast Member in Magic Kingdom! Instead, you can simply tap your phone against the photographer’s scanner using your phone’s NFC feature. There’s no need to unlock an app, search for a barcode, or fumble through your wallet while everyone waits. Your linked account does the work for you. PhotoPass Photographer It might only save a few seconds at each photo stop, but those little moments add up throughout the day. Even better, it helps keep the line moving so everyone can get back to enjoying the parks a little faster. It’s one of those simple conveniences that many guests don’t discover until a helpful Cast Member points it out. There’s a Smarter Way to Become a Galactic Hero Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin has always been one of Magic Kingdom‘s biggest family competitions, but the attraction plays a little differently after its recent refurbishment. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin The updated version includes redesigned ride vehicles with removable blasters, refreshed “Z” targets, and a new opening scene starring Buddy, who gives Space Rangers a chance to practice their aim before the mission officially begins. Scoring has changed, too. Reaching 999,999 points now earns the rank of Cosmic Commander, while players who score 1,000,000 points or more achieve the coveted Galactic Hero status. Former Cast Members on our team shared several strategies that can dramatically improve your score. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Scores The biggest tip is to prioritize targets that are flashing white, since they’re worth more points than standard targets. If you spot clusters of rainbow-colored targets, make those your focus. They offer even bigger scoring opportunities and can even trigger a 10-second bonus mode where rapid-fire shots can rack up massive points. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin is back! Another mistake many riders make is locking onto a single target for too long. Instead, move your blaster around the environment and hit as many targets as possible. Their values can change throughout the ride, so constantly switching between targets often leads to a much higher score. New target! Finally, don’t worry about pulling the trigger over and over. You can simply hold it down continuously while concentrating on placing the center of your blaster over each target. You’ll fire nonstop while you focus entirely on your aim, making it much easier to build points throughout the attraction. With these strategies, earning Galactic Hero feels much more achievable than simply hoping for the best. We love Buddy! Disney World is full of hidden features that can make your vacation smoother, easier, and a lot more fun. Sometimes the smallest tips end up making the biggest difference, and Cast Members are often the people who know those tricks better than anyone else. Whether you’re changing a Mobile Order return time, skipping the hassle of pulling up your PhotoPass code, or chasing the highest score on Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin, these insider secrets are worth remembering for your next visit. Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World tips, breaking news, and expert advice to help you make the most of every park day. The SECRET Disney World Lounge You’ve Probably Never Heard Of 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 of these Cast Member secrets are you most excited to try on your next Disney World vacation? Let us know in the comments below. View the full article

Attention Disney Cardmembers! The Disney Store is running an AMAZING promotion, but it is only available for today, and you need to check it out. The Disney Visa Card The Disney Store is currently offering 30% off site-wide at DisneyStore.com as a Cardmember exclusive. All you need to do to take advantage of this deal is put in the code “DISNEYPAL 30” at checkout to receive 30% off your purchase, but you need to act fast because this offer is only good today! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. To help you take advantage of these deals, we compiled some of our favorite items you could grab for your Disney summer vacation while this sale is happening. Check out these adorable Walt Disney World Minnie Ears ©Disney When you are planning your summer Disney vacation, one of the most important details to consider is what pairs of Minnie Ears you will be wearing, and we have to say we are obsessed with these ones. The sparkly silver ears with the purple bow are so cute, and the sign in the center, meant to look like the Walt Disney World entrance sign, is the perfect detail to bring these ears together. SHOP ON DISNEY STORE Next, check out this super cute Mickey Mouse Oranges Cover Up Dress ©Disney When planning a summer Disney trip, it is so important to pack a cute cover-up for your pool days. All of the Disney hotels require a cover-up or clothes to come inside, so you aren’t dripping water from your bathing suit around the quick service restaurants or the lobby, so why not pack a cover-up that is so cute and in theme? This knit cover-up is mostly plain, but at the bottom and on the sleeves, you’ll see flowers and oranges in the shape of Mickey, which is so fun and cute! SHOP ON DISNEY STORE You also need an adorable Mickey Mouse Orange Swimsuit! ©Disney The only thing better than a cute cover-up is a gorgeous matching swimsuit to go with it! Summer in Disney World gets very hot, which is why we think a day or two at the pool or even a visit to the water parks is a must for staying cool and making the most out of your summer trip. And this swimsuit is the best way to enjoy the pool in a gorgeous Disney style. Similar to the cover-up, it includes the oranges shaped like Mickey, but it also has an adorable quilted pattern design that is so so pretty! SHOP ON DISNEY STORE Lastly, check out this Toy Story 30th Anniversary Duffle Bag ©Disney When getting ready to visit Disney World, you need a great travel bag, and this adorable Toy Story one is a great option. The design is the iconic Toy Story clouds, and there is so much room to store all of your belongings. We love that this bag has the option to be carried by the straps on top or over the shoulder with the long strap, so you can decide what is most comfortable for you. This bag is a bit of a splurge, which is why this sale is the best time to snag it if you love it! SHOP ON DISNEY STORE Remember that this 30% off Cardmember sale is only available today, so go take advantage of this amazing deal before time runs out, and stay tuned with Disney Food Blog so you never miss any future deals! View the full article

For me, summer has always been synonymous with two things: a good book and a trip to Disney Parks. Growing up in the Midwest, the warmer months meant jumping in a pool, enjoying a BBQ in a neighbor’s backyard, or packing up the car and heading to Florida for a family vacation. I distinctly remember my parents waking me up at 3 a.m. to stumble into the backseat, pillow in hand, only to fall back asleep within minutes. I’m not sure about you, but there’s something about a long overnight drive, my dad behind the wheel, and an audiobook playing at half speed that feels like gas station candy and a little bit of nostalgia. My park days have changed a bit. I rarely rope drop (Sleeping Beauty and I are one and the same) and I happily spend my afternoons riding the monorail from one resort to another, reading under my favorite tree near Disney’s BoardWalk, or catching one of the final songs during the Eat to the Beat Concert Series. With a slower pace came the realization that the stories I pack for vacation become part of the memories too. Everyone has their own Disney Parks vacation personality, and I think over the years, I’ve been a little bit of them all. Maybe you’re racing to your favorite attraction before park open. Maybe you’ve already planned every dining reservation. Or maybe your perfect vacation involves a lounge chair, a pool, and absolutely nowhere to be. Whatever your Disney travel style, there’s a book or two to match. Here are a few reads for every kind of parkgoer. The Rope Dropper You’ll be first in line for your favorite attraction and somehow still have energy for nighttime fireworks. My rope-dropping era began in 2014 with early mornings, park opening fireworks, and the Welcome Show. The buzz of those first guests outside the park gates — ready to tap their new MagicBands, be greeted by Mickey Mouse, and race down Main Street, U.S.A. toward their favorite attraction — was my cup of coffee. For the planner who treats a park map like a strategy guide, these books belong in your backpack. Disney Parks Little Golden Book Collection Birnbaum’s 2025-2026 Walt Disney World Birnbaum’s 2025-2025 Disneyland 100 Disney Adventures of a Lifetime The Guest Who Booked Their Dining Reservation Before Their Hotel Your vacation revolves around what you’re eating next. I’ll admit I’ve planned entire park days around a dining reservation, but some of my favorite Disney snacks are far less glamorous. Fresh popcorn dipped in warm pretzel cheese (no pretzel required). Whether you’re counting down to a character breakfast, snacking your way around EPCOT, or researching menus weeks in advance, food has a way of becoming part of the vacation memories. These titles bring a little Disney flavor home. Winnie the Pooh’s Hundred Acre Wood Cookbook Moana: The Official Cookbook Star Wars: Galactic Drinks The Golden Girls Cookbook The Resort Pool Regular Your ideal Disney day includes a lounge chair, a pool, and a good book. Not every memorable vacation moment happens inside the parks. Some of the best ones come from slow mornings, afternoon pool breaks, and telling your friends “Just one more chapter” before heading to dinner. For the guest who always builds in a resort day, these are the perfect poolside companions. When We Had Summer The Ruins Beneath Us Kiss The Girl Here Beside the Rising Tide The First-Time Family Every moment feels brand new. I’ll never forget the look on a child’s face as it lights up right before bolting, arms first, toward Chip ‘n’ Dale for the biggest hugs ever. Whether it’s their first attraction, first character hug, or first bedtime story back at the resort, those firsts become the memories families carry home long after the vacation ends. These books help keep that magic going. Disney Baby: Winnie the Pooh Makes a Friend! Lilibet Makes a Friend Norman and the Smell of Adventure The Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Traveler You know exactly where to find blue milk. My love for Star Wars began with a seventh birthday party. I don’t remember much about the party itself, but I do remember the Anakin Skywalker snap bracelets and begging my mom to give me Princess Leia hair. These days, I still find myself making a beeline for Batuu. If your Disney vacation isn’t complete without blue milk, droids, and a journey to a galaxy far, far away…. these adventures are for you. Star Wars: Galactic Adventures Star Wars: Legacy Star Wars Icons: Vader William Shakespeare’s Star Wars: The Mandalorian of Nevarro The Disney Adult You have strong opinions about Main Street music loops and your favorite resort lobby. Maybe you’ve found a little bit of yourself in every category. You can smell the Pirates of the Caribbean water before you even reach the attraction, recite every word of The Haunted Mansion preshow, and somehow, you’re already planning your next Disney vacation before the current one ends. For the Disney Adult, the magic doesn’t end when you leave the parks, it continues through the stories that inspired them. Wings of Starlight Worth Fighting For Rootbound: A Tangled Novel Twisted Tales: Adventure Is Out There No matter what kind of Disney vacationer you are, I hope you find a story that earns a spot in your park bag, carry-on, or resort tote. After all, some of my favorite Disney memories began long before I ever boarded an attraction, like learning to swim at a Walt Disney World resort when I was four. Today, they’re just as likely to begin between the pages of a good book. 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From pricey menus to deal-breaking restrictions, these are the restaurants Disney World fans are skipping in 2027! Desserts at Geo 82 There are literally HUNDREDS of restaurants to choose from around Disney World. Whether you’re looking for a chance to dine with some of your favorite characters or enjoy a high-end meal, there’s an option for just about any taste! But, of course, there isn’t nearly enough time to check them all out in one vacation, so not every spot can make the cut on the itinerary. These are the five Disney World restaurants fans aren’t booking in 2027! Be Our Guest Restaurant One of the most immersive restaurants around Disney World, Be Our Guest Restaurant serves up French-inspired cuisine inside the iconic castle from Beauty and the Beast. The setting alone has made it a fan-favorite spot for years…so why would so many people opt to skip it in 2027?? Be Our Guest The biggest reason here comes down to price — Be Our Guest is an EXPENSIVE meal, especially if you’ve got a large party. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner, and both meals feature a prix-fixe menu priced at $72 per adult and $43 per child, so you’re locked in for that hefty price tag per person, no matter what everyone chooses to order! Steak Frites For guests with only the time or budget for one “castle” meal in Magic Kingdom, many may lean towards Cinderella’s Royal Table over Be Our Guest, especially since you get to meet several Disney Princesses while dining at Cinderella’s Royal Table. Ariel at Cinderella’s Royal Table On the plus side, we’ve actually been pretty impressed with the food at Be Our Guest lately, so if you’re looking for a more upscale meal in Magic Kingdom and want to experience the seriously cool Beauty and the Beast theming for yourself, it might be worth snagging a reservation! GEO-82 As HUGE fans of all things EPCOT, we were thrilled when the new Spaceship Earth-themed lounge, GEO-82, officially opened in 2025! Fitting with the ride it’s themed for, GEO-82 features classic cocktails and small plates that showcase global flavors blended with culinary artistry. Brulee Banana Highball This lounge is FANCY, in the best way possible, and it somehow feels both like a perfect little escape from the park while still paying homage to one of our favorite EPCOT attractions. The craft cocktails at GEO-82 are seriously well thought-out and unique, like the Brown Butter Old Fashioned, which we LOVED! Brown Butter Old Fashioned Oh, and did we mention the lounge has views of the EPCOT fireworks, Luminous: The Symphony of Us, with the option for the separately-booked GEO-82 Fireworks Experience for a front-row seat?? Luminous as seen from GEO-82 With so many great features, why would anyone decide not to try for a reservation for GEO-82?? Well, if you’re traveling with the kiddos, this one will be off the table because only guests aged 21+ are allowed to visit GEO-82. However, Disney World’s other new lounge, the Pirates of the Caribbean-themed The Beak and Barrel in Magic Kingdom, IS family-friendly, so you can try to snag a reservation there instead! Space 220 Space 220 is a futuristic restaurant that takes guests on a dining adventure 220 miles above EPCOT! It’s a super immersive spot that offers diners a full panoramic view of space. Not a bad view Space 220 offers two separate experiences: table service dining and a bar and lounge area. Much like Be Our Guest, guests who opt for table service at Space 220 must order from a prix fixe menu. Flight 220 We’ve seen lots of people starting to catch on that they can skip making a reservation for table service at Space 220 and opt for the lounge or walk-up bar instead for a much cheaper experience! Space 220 The Space 220 lounge accepts Advance Dining Reservations for table seating, and since it’s so popular, we suggest snagging one ahead of time to ensure you get a spot! Or, guests who would rather sit at the bar instead can wait in a standby line for their seat. La Crêperie de Paris La Crêperie de Paris is a table service restaurant in EPCOT’s France Pavilion that features a menu from celebrity chef Jérôme Bocuse with everything made-to-order! The menu includes both savory crêpes called “galettes” and sweet crêpes, so there are flavors for a range of palates! Savory crêpe Guests can choose to either order à la carte or opt for the daily prix fixe menu. The prix fixe menu comes with a choice of soup or a salad, one savory galette, one dessert crêpe, and a glass of hard cider, soda, or juice, and unlike many other prix fixe meals around Disney World, it’s actually one of the BEST table service deals we’ve found! Saumon Galette But, as great as the value is for the prix fixe meal at La Crêperie de Paris, there are a few reasons many people may choose to skip a reservation here. For one, the atmosphere of the restaurant just isn’t that exciting, and with SO MANY unique places to eat around EPCOT, it might lose out to one of the more ultra-themed spots. La Crêperie de Paris Also, the restaurant offers a walk-up window, Crêpes À Emporter at La Crêperie de Paris, which gives guests the option to get their crêpe fix for cheap and on-the-go, instead of sitting down for a full meal. ‘Ohana The last restaurant on our list might come as a shock, since ‘Ohana has been one of the most popular restaurants around Disney World for years. And, to be fair, we’re sure that reservations here will still be a hot commodity, especially for the character breakfast! Stitch at ‘Ohana Breakfast But as much as we’ve been fans of ‘Ohana over the years, we’ve noticed that the food quality has been more hit-or-miss recently. Plus, there are other places around Disney World to get some of the restaurant’s most famous dishes without the ‘Ohana price tag. For one, you can snag the coconut-pineapple bread pudding at Caribbean Beach Resort’s Sebastian’s Bistro! Coconut-Pineapple Bread Pudding And if it’s the famous ‘Ohana noodles you’re craving, you can grab them at the nearby Tambu Lounge instead! ‘Ohana noodles at Tambu Lounge Again, we don’t exactly expect ‘Ohana to be sitting empty any time soon, but with inconsistent quality and the option to order some of the restaurant’s most popular items elsewhere for cheaper, some guests might be reconsidering whether ‘Ohana is still worth working into their budget! We’ve been to EVERY Disney World restaurant and are constantly checking back to see which ones still hold up, so stay tuned to DFB for all the info you need to plan your next Disney World trip! 10 Disney World Restaurants That Are Having a Low-Key Renaissance Right Now 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 planning to skip any of these restaurants in 2027? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

CAMP ROCK!! ©Disney If this ignites a fiery passion in you to grab your drumsticks and start rocking, then you probably remember the iconic Camp Rock movie (and the second one, which is also pretty incredible). Camp Rock 3 premieres on Disney Channel on August 13th and will be on Disney+ the next day, and to celebrate, Camp Rock might be coming to a city near you. Disney has announced the “All Roads Lead to Camp” bus tour! This coast-to-coast tour started on July 3rd and started a month-long road trip before it reaches its final destination, D23: The Ultimate Fan Event in Anaheim, California, on August 14th. ©Disney Fans will be able to step aboard an immersive Camp Rock experience featuring a throwback “Disney Knees” photo moment, a Camp Rock 3 hat customization station, exclusive photo opportunities in and around the Camp Rock bus, and special giveaways. There will be even more surprises! The bus will be stopping at: July 3-4 – Nashville, Tennessee July 16 – Charleston, South Carolina July 18 – Atlanta, Georgia July 20 – Charlotte, North Carolina July 25 – Cleveland, Ohio July 26 – Detroit, Michigan July 28 – Ann Arbor, Michigan July 29 – South Bend, Indiana July 31 – Chicago, Illinois Aug. 1 – Milwaukee, Wisconsin Aug. 1 – Davenport, Iowa Aug. 2 – St. Louis, Missouri Aug. 3 – Kansas City, Missouri Aug. 4 – Denver, Colorado Aug. 9 – Los Angeles, California Aug. 11 – San Diego, California Aug. 14-16 – Anaheim, California ©Disney Something super cool about the tour is that they’re collaborating with the American Camp Association (ACA), and the bus will make special stops at select ACA-accredited summer camps to bring the spirit of Camp Rock to the campers. They are also offering scholarships to make summer camp possible for underserved kids across the country. ©Disney I have August 14th circled on my calendar to watch Camp Rock 3 on Disney+. The movie started “when Connect 3 loses their opening act for a major reunion tour, they return to their beloved Camp Rock to discover the next big thing. As campers vie for the chance to open for their favorite band, tensions rise, and friendships are tested — leading to unexpected alliances, revelations, and romances. ©Disney This tour sounds awesome, and we love it when Disney brings some of our favorite movies to life. Make sure you keep following Disney Food Blog for more Disney news. DISNEY+ JUST DROPPED A NEW PERK…AND IT COULD TAKE YOU TO A MOVIE PREMIERE 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 going to check out the tour? Tell us your thoughts in the comments. View the full article

Hi, my name is Robin, and I’m ARMY, and for those who don’t know, that means that I’m a fan of the international K-pop band BTS. I also love McDonald’s, mostly because it’s one of the few restaurants I can get DoorDashed in my small town (although those fries always hit a certain way). McDonald’s Happy Meal Well, McDonald’s knows that there are a LOT of us ARMY out there, which is why a NEW BTS-themed Happy Meal is coming soon, and this one is dedicated to BT21. McDonald’s teased the BT21 Happy Meals, but BTS fans caught on immediately because we’re familiar with the BT21 characters. For those not in the know, BT21 is a special line of characters created by the members of BTS with the help of LINE Friends. There are cartoons with the characters, as well as LOTS of merchandise. Each BT21 character was created by an individual member of BTS, and each has its own look, likes and dislikes, and personality. ©BT21 McDonald’s has officially confirmed that the next Happy Meal will include BT21 figures. So you’ll have a chance to collect them all, including Tata, Mang, Chimmy, RJ, Koya, Cooky, Shooky, and Van. So let’s just say I’ll be making a lot of trips to McDonald’s as soon as these are released on July 14th. ©McDonald’s Collectors will be able to grab 10 different toys, with one being a poster and a sticker roll. Here’s a look at the toys: ©McDonald’s So ARMY, you know what to do: head to McDonald’s and grab some Happy Meals on July 14th. We’ll keep an eye out for more Happy Meal toy reveals, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Your Next McDonald’s Order Could Look TOTALLY Different 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 these Happy Meal toys? Share your thoughts in the comments! View the full article

If you’re a Disney Visa Cardmember, you need to make sure you’re taking advantage of the tons of perks that are available to you! You have access to merch discounts, dining discounts, exclusive character meet-and-greets, and more. Disney Visa We mentioned how you should be taking advantage of your perks, so you should check out the brand-new Disney Visa Cardmember-exclusive pin that just dropped online! It’s available exclusively to Disney Visa cardholders, and is sure to be a standout in your collection. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get the Mickey Mouse Dangler Pin ©Disney Store Check out this Mickey Mouse Dangler Pin, only available EXCLUSIVELY for Disney Visa Cardmembers! Disney Visa cardholders are getting a new perk, and it comes in the form of this pin design featuring a classic looking gold Mickey Mouse. He’s posing in front of a glittery black backdrop in the shape of a diamond. Hanging below him with dangly chains is a placecard with “Disney Rewards 2026” on it, further showing off the exclusive perk. ©Disney Store To purchase this pin, log in to DisneyStore.com, and use your Disney Visa Card and/or Disney Rewards Redemption Card at checkout. You’ll find the link to the limited edition pin with the button below! view ONline 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

While Halloween Horror Nights at Universal is starting soon, you don’t have to wait for August to experience some scares. Universal Horror Unleashed Universal built Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas, Nevada, which is a year-long horror experience, perfect for those who thrive on being scared all year. They announced a new experience coming to Universal Horror Unleashed, and you’ll definitely want to grab tickets for this. View the full article

August is right around the corner and there are some pretty important changes coming to the Magic Kingdom. Main Street, U.S.A. From new decor to special-ticketed events to ongoing closures and refurbishments, we’ve got it all covered! Here’s everything you need to know if you’re visiting Magic Kingdom in August! Get Ready For The Fall Decorations This year may be the earliest guests see fall decorations being displayed around the Magic Kingdom. Because the Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party start date is the earliest it has ever been, you may start to see those Mickey pumpkin heads and fall leaves being displayed in the first couple of days of the month. Disney typically starts slowly putting out decor starting in August, with everything out by the first party night, and since the first party night is in the first week of August, you can expect Magic Kingdom to be decked out in fall decor by then. Fall Decor at The Confectionary A MAJOR Change Hits Disney World NEXT MONTH! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Begins Speaking of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, there are NINE days in August when the party will take place — August 7th, 11th, 14th, 18th, 21st, 23rd, 25th, 28th, and 30th. On these days, the Magic Kingdom will close to regular day guests at 6 PM. In the past, these days were the best to visit this park if you don’t have a party ticket because it tends to be less crowded! Guests attending Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party will be able to enter the park starting at 4 PM, with the party running from 7 PM until 12 AM. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Tickets for this event in August cost from $129 to $159 per ticket, depending on the day you choose. And tickets are already selling out (August 11th and 14th are already sold out), so be sure to buy them as soon as possible to ensure you can go! Personally, this is my favorite special-ticketed event in Disney World! Jack Skellington and Sally at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Every SOLD OUT Date For Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Extended Evening Hours One of the biggest benefits of staying at a Disney Deluxe Resort Hotel is access to Extended Evening Hours. On select nights each month, Magic Kingdom remains open for an additional TWO HOURS for eligible guests after closing to regular day guests. The perk is exclusively for guests staying in Disney Deluxe Resorts, Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts, and several other participating hotels. Eligible guests can enjoy extra time in the park with shorter wait times at many popular attractions. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Participating resorts include: Disney Deluxe Resorts Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Disney’s Beach Club Resort Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Disney’s Contemporary Resort Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village Disney’s Beach Club Villas Disney’s BoardWalk Villas Disney’s Old Key West Resort Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows Disney’s Riviera Resort Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort – A Disney Vacation Club Resort (The extended evening theme park hours benefit applies to Disney Vacation Club Cabins only.) The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Other Select Hotels Walt Disney World Swan Hotel Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel Walt Disney World Swan Reserve Shades of Green® on Walt Disney World Resort TRON Lightcycle / Run at night The dates for extended evening hours in Magic Kingdom in August include: Wednesday, August 5th from 10 PM to 12 AM Wednesday, August 12th from 1o PM to 12 AM Wednesday, August 19th from 10 PM to 12 AM Space Mountain Queue FULL LIST of Disney World Extended Evening Hours Dates and Theme Parks for 2026 Ongoing Refurbishments Two attractions/areas will continue to be closed for refurbishment in the month of August — Big Top Souvenirs in Fantasyland and Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress in Tomorrowland. Big Top Souvenirs Big Top Souvenirs — the souvenir and snack shop located in Storybook Circus in Fantasyland, continues to remain closed for refurbishment with plans to open later this year. Although the gift shop remains closed, the character meet-and-greet location (Pete’s Silly Sideshow) recently reopened for guests to meet Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck, Donald Duck, and Goofy. Instead of exiting through Big Top Souvenirs after you meet them, you will be guided toward a hallway down the left side of the building to exit. Big Top Souvenirs Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress On July 6th, Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress closed for a lengthy refurbishment, which means it will not be operational in August. As technological advances continued, the attraction was becoming a bit outdated. Its upcoming reimagining will take guests on a journey through the 1960s, the 1980s, the new millennium, and a possible future, all beginning with an introductory scene featuring Walt Disney himself. The updated attraction is expected to reopen sometime in 2027. Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress We NEED to Know. Will Disney Fix This Major Carousel of Progress Problem During Its Closure? Ongoing Construction The construction of a new land in Magic Kingdom just surpassed a year, and it’s still going strong. The Rivers of America permanently closed last July to make way for Piston Peak, a new themed land inspired by Pixar’s Cars. The expansion will feature two brand-new attractions: an exciting off-road rally race adventure and a family-friendly ride designed for younger racers. While Disney has not yet announced an opening date, we’ll be sure to share the details as soon as they’re released! Piston Peak Construction Now that you’re prepared with everything going on in Magic Kingdom this August, it’s time to start planning your itinerary, especially thinking about where you want to eat! And since there are so many restaurants in Disney World, it can be HARD to choose just a few! Be sure to check out our Guide to Disney World Dining, so you can stop stressing and focus on the fun without feeling like you’re missing a thing! And be sure to stay tuned to DFB, so you don’t miss any Disney news or updates! Millennial Disney Fans Refuse to Ride These 3 Magic Kingdom Rides 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 traveling to Disney World in August? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

There’s a NEW nighttime spectacular at Universal Orlando! Fireworks time! It was announced recently that Epic Universe would be getting a new nighttime spectacular! Since the park opened in May 2025, it has offered a fountain show in the evenings, but now there will be fireworks, music, lights, and MORE. We’re here to check it out, so come along with us! The new show premiered to the public on the evening of Tuesday, July 7th, and we were invited by Universal to come check it out. It’s called Universal Celestial Goodnight, and it shows nightly at park close. Celestial Goodnight Universal describes it by saying, “Universal Celestial Goodnight transforms Celestial Park into a breathtaking spectacle featuring nearly 600 synchronized light fixtures, over 350 larger-than-life fountains, seven million LED lights, and a high-energy musical score.” It highlights the adventures of the park’s five portals with theme music to match. It’s 9 minutes long, which we thought was a great length. Because it’s a short show, we would expect shorter crowds in the future. For opening night, there were a lot of people, but we wouldn’t be surprised if that changes in the future. MASSIVE fireworks Since it’s a short show, the best way we can describe this is as a finale to your day. It’s not quite a full nighttime spectacular but a roundup after a fun day in the parks, and you can leave with a little extra magic. There were way more fireworks than we were expecting! All the portals were represented, too. Look at those colors The fireworks were sharp and almost crisp and SO big! When we talked to guests after the show, everyone seemed to really enjoy it and was happy they spent the time at the end of the day to watch it. If there’s a ride that you haven’t been able to get on till the end of the day, you might want to ride one of those more unique experiences, but we think staying for a 9-minute show is totally worth it. Every portal got a shoutout During the fireworks, we saw the wait times at their lowest they had been all day, so if you were waiting for a certain ride, it could be a great time to ride. This show isn’t meant to be a massive spectacular, but instead just a small finale, and remember all of the great things you did today. So stunning All of Celestial Park lit up, and it felt so immersive. While the best seats are probably around the lagoon to see the fountains, we’re excited to try out different angles since we felt everything wrapped around us. The fireworks were amazing, but knock the fountains — they were massive and incredible! We loved the water features We’ll make sure to keep you in the loop with any more park changes at Epic Universe. Subscribe to our newsletter and YouTube channel and follow us on social media for the latest. Epic Universe Has a New Nighttime Event — Learn More Here! Read more: DFB's complete guide to Universal’s Epic Universe >> Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Universal Orlando to attend their media preview of Universal Celesital Goodnight. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ View the full article

A World of Laughter, A World of Cheer, and a World of… WRONG? Is Disney getting it wrong? THESE are the things that Disney World’s been totally failing at lately…and tips for how you can skip getting caught up in the fallout! Check out our new video: 11 Things That Disney’s Getting 100% WRONG Lately 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’ve got a major heads-up for anyone planning to make their Disney World dining reservations tomorrow! Tramonto Cocktail at Topolino’s Terrace Whether it’s a major holiday or a long weekend, most holidays tend to bring some serious CROWDS to Disney World! But don’t forget, it’s not just during the trip itself that the increased traffic can impact you — upcoming holidays can also make it more difficult to book reservations while you’re still in the planning stages of your vacation! Are you planning to visit Disney World on Labor Day this year? If so, this warning is for you! Breakfast at Crystal Palace Advance Dining Reservations in Disney World open up to all guests 60 days in advance of the meal. Since Labor Day falls on September 7th this year, that means dining reservations for Labor Day will be available for all guests to book starting TOMORROW, July 9th! Skull Bar at The Beak and Barrel Labor Day is typically a popular holiday at Disney World. Since it falls on a Monday, the parks get both a lot of people visiting just for the long weekend, and another big batch of travelers visiting for the whole week. Between the overlap of those two groups coming and going, plus local Annual Passholders coming to enjoy their day off, Labor Day itself is typically SUPER busy! Space 220 Keep in mind that Disney World Resort hotel guests may make reservations up to 60 days in advance, plus the length of their stay, up to 10 days. (So, 60 days before the first day of your stay, you can make reservations for the entire trip, even for days that are more than 60 days out.) With that in mind, if you’ll be staying in a Disney World hotel during Labor Day but arrive before the holiday itself, you can already make your Labor Day dining reservations now. That could be a HUGE leg up ahead of everyone else staying off-property, so be sure to make your reservations today if you fall into that category! The Hollywood Brown Derby If you’re not staying at a Disney World hotel, OR you are but arrive on Labor Day, remember that dining reservations for the holiday open tomorrow morning, and popular spots will book up FAST with the increased crowds. Dining reservations open online as early as 6:00 AM ET, and we recommend signing in to your My Disney Experience account at least 15 minutes before then to make sure you’re ready to go! Making Dining Reservations ©Disney Our top tip for increasing your chances of getting your top choices is to make a list of your highest-priority reservations ahead of time, and start with those first. Keep in mind that places like character meals, signature restaurants, and new locations often tend to be among the first places to book up, so be EXTRA diligent about prioritizing those if they’re on your list! The Evil Queen at Story Book Dining with Snow White Sending good vibes to everyone getting ready to snag those Labor Day reservations bright and early tomorrow morning! For the latest updates on news from the Disney parks, Disney Cruise Line, and more, stay tuned with us here at DFB! Why Disney World Fans Are Suddenly Changing Their Holiday Plans 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 going to Disney World this Labor Day weekend? Let us know which dining reservations are at the top of your list! View the full article

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If you’re planning to head to Disney World in September, there’s been a change in the normal Extended Evening Hours lineup that you need to know about! Crowds during Hollywood Studios After Hours Extended Evening Hours allow guests staying at select Disney World hotels the chance to stay in the parks a few hours later than regular park guests, which means you can ride some of your favorite attractions with MUCH lower waits. A date that normally would have Magic Kingdom Extended Evening Hours has now been changed, meaning that the perk is returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in September! On September 16th, Extended Evening Hours will be happening in Hollywood Studios instead of Magic Kingdom, making it the only date in this park for the entirety of September (for now)! The change is due to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party happening in Magic Kingdom, which is taking place on select nights from August 7th through October 31st. Extended Evening Hours on September 16th will be from 9 PM to 11 PM. Millennium Falcon The attractions that are scheduled to be available during Extended Evening Hours are: Alien Swirling Saucers Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith Slinky Dog Dash Star Tours — The Adventures Continue The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror Toy Story Mania! Disney’s Hollywood Studios at night The other Extended Evening Hours you can look forward to in the near future are: July Wednesday, July 8th — Magic Kingdom, 11PM – 1AM Monday, July 13th — EPCOT, 9PM – 11PM Wednesday, July 15th — Magic Kingdom, 11PM – 1AM Monday, July 20th — EPCOT, 9PM – 11PM Wednesday, July 22nd — Magic Kingdom, 10PM – 12AM Monday, July 27th — EPCOT, 9PM – 11PM Wednesday, July 29th — Magic Kingdom, 10PM – 12AM August Wednesday, July 8th — Magic Kingdom, 11PM – 1AM Monday, July 13th — EPCOT, 9PM – 11PM Wednesday, July 15th — Magic Kingdom, 11PM – 1AM Monday, July 20th — EPCOT, 9PM – 11PM Wednesday, July 22nd — Magic Kingdom, 10PM – 12AM Monday, July 27th — EPCOT, 9PM – 11PM Wednesday, July 29th — Magic Kingdom, 10PM – 12AM September Wednesday, September 2nd — Animal Kingdom, 6PM – 8PM Monday, September 7th — EPCOT, 9PM – 11PM Wednesday, September 9th — Magic Kingdom, 10PM – 12AM Disney’s Hollywood Studios Looking for more recent Disney’s Hollywood Studios news? Check out our posts below! More Recent Hollywood Studios News! A CHANGE Is Coming to This Disney World Hotel Perk in SeptemberA Classic Disney World Attraction Closes THIS WEEK6 Major Disney World Christmas Announcements Just DroppedWait, What Is Happening to This Popular Lounge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios?!Two Spots FINALLY Reopen in Disney World This Week! We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest Disney World news, so stay tuned to DFB! Everything You Need To Know About Extra Theme Park Hours As A Hotel Guest! 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 planning to go to Extended Evening Hours? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

You still have time to plan a great summer vacation, and today is a great day to book your next Disney World or Disneyland trip (or how about a cruise?!?), and we have some new deals you need to know about! Magic Kingdom A lot is happening at Disney World right now! Right now, Disney World is celebrating Cool KIDS’ SUMMER, and over at Disneyland, the 70th-anniversary celebration runs through mid-2026! Are you in? We’re in. Let’s check out these deals and discounts! Today, our friends at Small World Vacations have compiled all the current Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani, and Adventures by Disney discounts for DFB readers, including a few new ones recently announced. GoofyCore The agents at Small World Vacations know how to save money on your Disney Vacation! When you book your trip with Small World Vacations, their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings. They also compare discounts and figure out which one works best for your travel party, dates, resort, and touring plans. And they share expert tips and first-hand advice with you about your magical vacation. Current Walt Disney World Deals and Discounts Holiday 2026 Room Deal Guests can save up to 20% on select rooms with the Disney Resorts Collection this holiday season when you stay from October 4th through December 24th. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Based on where you stay, you can save 15%, 20%, or 25%, but it also depends on what days of the week you plan to stay. Click here to check out the room deals for the 2026 holiday season! Disney+ Perks Subscriber Room Deals Disney is keeping the summer deals rolling by announcing a new hotel deal for Disney+ Perks subscribers. You could score hotel rooms for as low as $99 per night. Port Orleans Riverside This offer is bookable for most travel dates from now through August 15th, 2026. Click here to get all the details on the room deal Disney+ Perks Holiday Deal Eligible Disney+ subscribers enrolled in the Disney+ Perks program can get a free Park Hopper add-on to their ticket AND save up to 25% on rooms when booking a four-night, four-day room-and-ticket package. Click here to get more details on this holiday deal! After 2PM Ticket Deal Disney World has just announced an afternoon ticket deal — you can get the discount for a 2-day or 3-day ticket with admission to one park per day after 2PM, and it is valid from May 26th through July 29th. Magic Kingdom’s Cinderella Castle Pricing for the tickets depends on the start day, but a 2-day ticket will run anywhere from $118 per day to $156 per day. Click here to read more about this afternoon ticket deal! Free Dining for Kids in 2026 A new free dining offer has been announced for Disney World! When staying at one of the Disney World resorts, you can qualify for a free Disney dining package for kids aged 3-9 when you purchase a dining plan with your vacation package for other members of your party. Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe in Magic Kingdom Dates for this deal are: January 1 – December 31, 2026. Click here to get all the details on the new free dining offer. Summer/Fall 2026 Room Offer With this new room offer, you can save up to 30% on select Disney Resort hotels for stays of most nights from May 1st through October 4th, 2026, for 5 or more consecutive nights, and up to 25% for stays of 1 to 4 consecutive nights. Pop Century Depending on what hotel you book and how many nights you select, discounts vary. Click here to get more details about this offer! 2026 Florida Resident Offers Florida Resident Offer 2026 Florida residents are about to really love this offer. Florida Residents are able to save up to 35% on stays of 4 nights or longer from May 1st to July 29th, 2026. Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Slightly different levels of discounts are also available to Florida Residents during those qualifying dates for stays shorter than 4 nights. Click here to check out the full details of this offer! Florida Resident Summer/Fall 2026 Deal Florida Residents can also save up to 35% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels this summer when they stay 4 nights or more. The offer is available for travel from July 30th to October 3rd, 2026. Keep in mind that this offer must be booked by October 3rd, 2026. Click here to check out the details on this late summer/early fall deal! Florida Resident Holiday 2026 Deal Florida residents can save up to 25% off stays at Disney World hotels from October 19th through October 31st, November 15th through November 28th, and December 13th through December 24th! Click here to check out the details of this holiday offer! Annual Passholder Offers Annual Passholder 2026 Offer Annual Passholders can save up to 40% on rooms at select Disney World Resort hotels this summer! This deal is available on stays most nights from May 1st to July 29th, 2026, for stays of 4 or more nights. Grand Floridian Resort Annual Passholders can save up to 40% for stays of 4 or more nights, or save 35% for shorter stays. Click here to check out the full details for this offer! Annual Passholder Fall 2026 Deal Annual Passholders can also save on rooms from July 30th to October 3rd! Click here to check out the details on this offer! Annual Passholder Holiday Deal Annual Passholders can save up to 30% on select rooms when staying at a Disney Resort from October 4th through December 24th. Click here to check out the details on this offer! VIP Tour Offer For a limited-time, guests staying in Club Level Rooms or Club Level Suites at Walt Disney World Resort on select dates this spring and summer can save 20% on a Disney Private VIP Tour during their stay. Click here to check out the details of this offer! Military Offers 2026 Military Offers Members of the US military can save up to 30% on rooms on most nights from now through December 18, 2026. Rooms must be booked by December 18, 2026. Contact Small World Vacations for more details EPCOT Disneyland Offers Check out the latest deals for your next Disneyland vacation! Disneyland Summer 2026 Deal You can save up to 25% on your stay at select Disneyland hotels! Disneyland Hotel With this room offer, you can save up to 15% off on stays at a Disneyland Resort Hotel on Sunday through Thursday nights for visits between now and September 7th, 2026. There’s also an amazing deal on kids’ tickets happening at the same time. 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We know what you need to know before you go. We’re Diamond Level Authorized Disney Vacation Planners (that’s the highest level, ranked by Disney!) who have been there, done that, and are going back. Learn how we can help you and what our guests are saying about us: “I am a very hands-on type of person and I’ve always planned our vacations. I decided this time to give Small World Vacations a try. Best thing I could have done. My agent was able to handle the booking part, which is the tedious part of the planning. Then she was able to get me free dining for my trip, which saved me a ton of money. She answered all my questions very promptly as well.” 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 http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg Are you planning to visit Disney World soon? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

We’ve seen some pretty incredible Disney souvenirs in both Disney World and Disneyland, but let’s face it, some of the BEST souvenirs are sold in Disney’s international parks. We’re still going nuts over some of the popcorn buckets we’ve seen at Tokyo Disney Resort, after all. Castle of Magical Dreams at Hong Kong Disneyland Disneyland Paris has also dropped some pretty amazing souvenirs. However, we think the BEST souvenir we’ve seen might just be one that just dropped at Hong Kong Disneyland…and just wait until you see it. We love this idea and really think this would fit in well at Pixar Pier Games area, so if you can take a hint, Disney? HINT HINT! We’ll keep an eye out for more unique Disney souvenirs, so stay tuned to DFB for more. The One Disney World Souvenir Worth Paying $35 for on Amazon 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 these souvenirs? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

In case you didn’t know, there is an absolutely gorgeous theme park hidden in the Smoky Mountains, and it’s owned by Dolly Parton! Showstreet! Yes, we’re talking about Dollywood! We recently stopped by this theme park to check it out, and it’s safe to say we’ve fallen in love. There are tons of things to enjoy about the theme park, like that iconic cinnamon bread, but there’s also one major warning you need to know about before heading into the park! There are so many things we love about Dollywood. The classic, kind atmosphere, the amazing employees, the delicious food, and those exciting rides all come to mind. That being said, there’s one thing about the park that most people struggle with and don’t love, per se. Welcome to Dollywood! That would be the hills. Dollywood is located in the Smoky Mountains — literally! As you explore the theme park, you’ll go up hills, down into valleys, and more. Dollywood is approximately 160 to 165 acres. For comparison, Magic Kingdom is roughly 142 acres, so not a massive difference! You might think you can handle a 10-mile day in Dollywood easily, because you’ve done it in Magic Kingdom. Trust us when we say it is much harder in Dollywood! Dollywood tickets The theme park’s beauty does rely on its natural surroundings, so we love the fact that it’s in the mountains. That being said, it can be pretty difficult if you haven’t walked up hills in a while. Most of the lands try to do their best to keep things flat once you’re in them. It’s getting to and from each land can be difficult. Showstreet! The most difficult part of the walk around Dollywood is easily getting into Timber Canyon. Dollywood is laid out kinda like a circle (with a few areas that branch off). When you first enter the park on Showstreet, you can turn left and go straight to Timer Canyon. This is easily the highest hill in the park. Midway up, you realize just how steep this path actually is. If you’re a big coaster person, going left is a great option to get to a majority of the roller coasters in the park, but it can be difficult if you’re not prepared. Timber Canyon You can always go right and end your day at Timber Canyon so you can go down the hill rather than going up it, but that does mean most of the park’s roller coasters might have a longer line by the time you get there. If you’d like to go to the County Fair or into The Village, you’ll also find some steep hills to get there. You can see the hill here at the end of Showstreet! We aren’t joking when we say the beautiful rolling hills are unavoidable throughout the park. Some are worse (like getting into Timber Canyon) than others, but they aren’t totally avoidable. If you’re someone who has trouble getting around theme parks and you’ve used a wheelchair for assistance before, consider trying out an ECV rental. It would take some serious muscles to push an adult in a wheelchair around the parks. This is also a good reminder to not weigh down your stroller too much, either, unless you’re looking for an excellent arm workout. So beautiful! If you’re someone who loves burning calories or just staying extra active, you will love this aspect of the theme park. If you like a more leisurely stroll, you might want to practice a bit before you go into Dollywood. The water park, Splash Country, also has the same issue, so bring some good shoes for lots of support. The park is so beautiful We truly enjoyed our time in Dollywood, and we already can’t wait to go back! This time, we might start hiking in advance to stay prepared. Be sure to keep following DisneyFoodBlog for more theme parks, tips, and tricks. 8 Rules Every Disney Adult Will Break in Dollywood 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 ever been to Dollywood? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

We’re constantly on the lookout for new treats and souvenirs in Disney World! Disney World Annual Pass One of the best places to grab a snack or do some shopping during your vacation is Disney Springs. With dozens of restaurants and shops, there are SO many options to choose from. But now, there’s a new offering that combines snacks and souvenirs into one awesome bundle for Annual Passholders! You can choose to purchase the set on its own without the affogato included and receive it already packaged up in boxes and a paper bag, or you can snag it with the affogato included. If you go the latter route, you can either just walk away with your cup and beverage as-is, or bring your cup and saucer back when you’re done with your drink to swap it for the pre-packaged set. Toasted Coconut Affogato These mugs are limited availability, and you’ll need to show your Disney World Annual Pass to purchase one. The stand also sells non-Passholder affogato mug sets that you can purchase if you prefer that design. Find the cart (and the delicious affogatos) located between World of Disney and Basin! YUM We’ll keep you in the loop with any more snack or souvenir news from Disney World, so subscribe to our newsletter for the latest. See Some of Our Fave Disney Springs Desserts 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 Have you ever tried an affogato? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

We know we sing the praises of Nomad Lounge in Disney’s Animal Kingdom often. Not only is the quality of food always stellar, but this is also where you can get some of the best churros in Disney World. We also love the relaxing atmosphere and chill vibes. The only kind of bees we want in our drink Well, we just recently visited Nomad Lounge again and grabbed some things off the menu to try. So we’re back with another review to let you know what we thought of everything. So let’s get to it. We started with a drink, The Pachyderm and the Pollinator, which Nomad Lounge released in honor of Earth Month (although it hung around a little longer). It’s made with Hendricks Gins, purple honey simple syrup, lemon juice, soda water, and lavender bitters for $15.50. The name takes inspiration from the connection between elephants and bees, and proceeds from the drink go to a charity to help elephants. Many of these drinks taste the same, very floral, but this one was more complex and balanced. The lavender didn’t taste fake and added just enough floral elements that combined well with the sweetness of the honey and the sharpness of the gin. The Pachyderm and the Pollinator For food, we ordered the Wild Mushroom Dumplings, a plant-based dish with dim sum sauce, chili crunch, and roasted mushrooms for $14. This may be one of the best plant-based options in all of Disney World and one of the best plates we’ve had at Nomad Lounge. You will have to appreciate the earthy taste and texture of mushrooms, though, because both are very present. The dumplings were perfectly cooked, making them nice and soft enough to get a satisfying bite. Wild Mushroom Dumplings The sauce had a beautiful blend of savoriness and saltiness. We pretty much inhaled these they were so good. If you love mushrooms, get them. You don’t even have to be a plant-based eater to appreciate these dumplings. If you are, though, you need to RUN to Nomad Lounge ASAP to order these. The perfect dumpling Finally, we ordered the Grilled Beef Kefta for $17, which is a Middle Eastern-inspired beef skewer with harissa hummus, herb-honey yogurt, pickled red onions, and roasted garlic naan. The flavors were so intentional, in a way that a lot of Disney food is missing. Harissa is such a lovely spice that’s mild with heat, as well as aromatic and robust. The hummus was so creamy and perfect, while the beef was beautifully ground with a wonderful fine texture. Grilled Beef Kefta You also get naan, and the server suggested that we pull a bit of beef off the skewer and then put it in the naan and eat it like a little taco. And, well, that was the BEST suggestion because it was so tasty. The herb-honey yogurt added a nice cooling element to the whole that balanced out the spices. This is one of those dishes that’s just perfect for Nomad Lounge. All the elements work so well together So, again, we just had an incredible meal at Nomad Lounge, and still so many folks really sleep on this place. But we’ll continue to sing its praises. We’ll also continue to eat our way around Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for more reviews. REVIEW: Chicken Waffle Cones Exist at Disney World, and Dreams DO Come True 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’s your favorite thing to order at Nomad Lounge? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

When Disneyland Park opened to the public in 1955, it was overcrowded. Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland 15,000 people were expected on opening day, which was initially supposed to be an invite-only preview event. However, nearly 28,000 people showed up. Counterfeit tickets and people charging visitors to climb a ladder to get into the park over the back fence made for an absolute fiasco. Opening day may have been a bit of a mess (to the point that it was nicknamed “Black Sunday”) but those guests got to experience something that over one billion people have now done…enjoy the magic that is Disneyland Park! Yep, that’s right! One billion people have now officially visited Disneyland Park from all around the world. During a recent visit to the park, a young boy named Andres Robles from Arizona was selected as the honorary one billionth guest. He and his family participated in a ceremony on the train station that revealed a new sign to mark the milestone. ©Disney After the ceremony, Andres and his family snapped some photos with Mickey and Minnie, the Disneyland Ambassadors, and Disneyland President Jill Estorino. They were then gifted with a VIP tour guide for the day so that they could visit historic backstage areas (like Walt Disney’s apartment), as well as do popular attractions. ©Disney Disneyland Park reaches this milestone just days before its 71st birthday on July 17th. Over the past 71 years, the park has expanded to a full-blown resort with three hotels, the Downtown Disney district, and a second park, Disney California Adventure. Dozens of rides and attractions have been added, new character meets have been introduced, and visitors from all over the world have made memories in this park. What a legacy! ©Disney There’s more expansion and fun on the horizon as well, and we can’t wait to see what happens before the two billionth guest visits. The park truly lives up to Walt Disney’s idea that “Disneyland will never be complete as long as there is imagination left in the world.” ©Disney We’ll keep you in the loop with more Disneyland Resort news and updates. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest and follow us on social media! Learn More About Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary Celebrations 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 Have you been to Disneyland before? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Many Disney fans know that Amazon is chock-full of Disney merchandise and essential theme park items. ©Amazon However, what many may not be aware of is that Amazon is home to an exclusive Disney storefront loaded with Disney items all in one place! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Disney Princess Yahtzee ©Amazon The iconic board game is given a Disney twist thanks to an infusion of Disney Princesses, including Tiana, Mulan, Pocahontas, Rapunzel, Ariel, and Snow White. SHOP HERE Disney Princess Tea Set ©Amazon Kids will love hosting their own tea parties with this Disney Princess-themed set, which includes a teapot with a lid, a sugar bowl with a lid, four tea cups, four saucers, four spoons, four macarons & one tea bag. SHOP HERE Star Wars Clone Commando Cody Helmet ©Amazon A part of the collector-focused Black Series, this Commander Cody helmet features detailed sculpting and electronic details that put fans right into the Clone Wars. SHOP HERE Star Wars Battlefront II Two-Pack ©Amazon Sticking with the Black Series, this two-pack of collector-level action figures includes 6-inch-scale action figures of a Phase I Assault Trooper (Coruscant Guard) & Battle Droid Officer (Training), along with appropriately scaled accessories. SHOP HERE Minnie Mouse Pet Fun Doll ©Amazon This adorable set includes a talking Minnie Mouse doll, along with her dog Floofy, a dog bowl, two pairs of shoes, a necklace, a tiara, and a phone. SHOP HERE WALL-E RC Robot ©Amazon This remote control WALL-E can move back and forth with the use of an included remote and stands nearly a foot tall. The robot also includes lights and sounds! SHOP HERE Tinker Bell Doll ©Amazon This Mattel Tinker Bell floats majestically on an iridescent stand and includes a leaf-inspired, embroidered appliqué and a petal skirt with an ombre print. SHOP HERE Stitch Plush Set ©Amazon What’s better than one Experiment-626 plush? How about a set of four? Each Stitch features a look inspired by Stitch’s Hawaiian adventures, each representing elements of Hawaii’s natural beauty: water, fire, earth, and air. SHOP HERE UP! Doorables ©Amazon This set of Doorables includes eight figures from the Pixar classic: Carl Fredricksen, old Carl, Russel, young Ellie Fredricksen, Charles Muntz, Dug, Beta, and Gamma. SHOP HERE Little People Princess Box Set ©Amazon This collection of the iconic Fisher-Price toys features toddler-friendly figurines of Ariel, Tiana, Snow White, Rapunzel, Mulan, and Cinderella, each holding a special object in her hand! SHOP HERE Disney Princess Dress-Up Trunk ©Amazon This dream roleplay set includes 21 deluxe dress-up pieces based on Aurora, Belle, Cinderella, and Snow White. The set includes four tops, three skirts, three bracelets, three rings, a necklace, a sticker sheet, a choker, three headbands, and a soft goods tiara. SHOP HERE Hawaiian Holiday Goofy ©Amazon This Hawaiian Holiday collectible Goofy diorama comes in a vintage TV set-inspired package that includes a lever to activate the motion of the waves, simulating the surf’s up vibes of the classic cartoon. SHOP HERE You can find all this and more at the exclusive Disney Amazon storefront. Stay tuned to DFB each week for more Amazon finds. View the full article

The Fourth of July celebration was a big one this year, as America celebrated its 250th anniversary! We’re sure it was an amazing celebration wherever you were, but there was something special about being at Disneyland Resort. 250th Celebration Dipped Mickey Bar Everyone loves a classic Mickey Bar when at the Disney Parks. It’s one of, if not THE, most iconic snacks at Disney. Well, Disneyland completely changed the beloved Disney treat for July 4th, and we couldn’t pass up on it. Does this hold up to the icon that the Mickey Bar is? We got thoughts for you! We recently went to Disney California Adventure for the 250th celebration, and we spotted a brand-new patriotic version of the Mickey Bar. It’s called the 250th Celebration Dipped Mickey Bar, and it’s available for $7.99. We grabbed ours at Clarabelle’s Hand Scooped Ice Cream. New Mickey Bar! The treat is your classic Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Bar. However, this one has half of it dipped in white chocolate and coated with red, white, and blue sprinkles. 250th Celebration Dipped Mickey Bar We have absolutely nothing bad to say about a white chocolate and milk chocolate dipped Mickey bar! Of course, you’d look at it and think this is bound to be delicious, and that is correct. We love the white chocolate on this Mickey Bar. It’s a great addition that we honestly wish could be a full-time thing. This is delicious! It’s super sweet and refreshing on a hot summer day in California. Add in those crunchy festive sprinkles, and you undoubtedly have yourself a delicious sweet treat in the parks. You get a lot for the cost of the treat, too. It’s great value (which isn’t something we say about a lot of treats), and it’s definitely worth the price with the addition of the white chocolate and sprinkles. This is a perfect 5/5, making an already beloved sweet treat even BETTER! It’s not a huge change, but it is a good one for a limited time. We wish this was here forever! The agents at Small World Vacations know how to save money on your Disney Vacation! When you book your trip with Small World Vacations, their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings. They also compare discounts and figure out which one works best for your travel party, dates, resort, and touring plans. And they share expert tips and first-hand advice with you about your magical vacation. We’re always on the hunt for things to eat at Disneyland, especially those sweet treats! For more Disney food reviews, make sure to follow us at the Disney Food Blog. REVIEW: Chicken Waffle Cones Exist at Disney World, and Dreams DO Come True 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 Have you tried this new Mickey Bar? Let us know in the comments! View the full article