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Disney fans have a reason to head to ALDI next week…11 reasons, in fact! ALDI has the best finds! On October 7th, ALDI is going to have 11 Disney finds that are perfect for your little ones. From costumes to craft books, you’re going to want to check these out. Not to mention, we can find good reasons why you’ll want these for a Disney World vacation this month. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Starting on October 7th, you’ll be able to grab these Ghost Spider costume pieces, including a mask and a cape. We’re seriously stunned at the price these are listed at, and the costumes don’t stop there. ©ALDI Of course, you can’t have Ghost Spider and not Spider-Man! Spider-Man has always been one of the most, if not the most, popular superheroes in the world. After Spider-Man: Brand New Day came out this year, we’re imagining a lot of kiddos will be dressing up as him this year. ©ALDI There are more costume pieces coming to ALDI, including the Hulk and Miles Morales. We’re thinking all of these would make for great costumes to bring to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. They’re very cheap, they don’t come with many pieces, making them easy to pack, and they’re easy to remove if your kiddo doesn’t want to wear them at the party anymore. ©ALDI Get Marvel Costumes on Amazon ©Amazon If you don’t have an ALDI near you, you can order this Marvel Spider-Man Youth Cape Set! They’re just like the costumes coming to ALDI, but this set comes with Ghost Spider, Venom, Spider-Man, and Miles Morales. They also have different masks than the ALDI costumes. The set is currently 7% off, and it’s a great price for four outfits! view ON AMAZON Some other fun Disney finds coming to ALDI are these Magic Ink Books. You can get Hello Kitty and Paw Patrol themes, but our eyes are on Mickey and Friends, as well as Stitch. They’re all Halloween-themed, so they fit the vibe of the season. ©ALDI There are a couple more we really liked, including this Beetlejuice one and this Bluey one. You know we’re suckers for Bluey, so we thought the one with the Heelers in their Halloween costumes was adorable. ©ALDI There’s this Magic Ink Book as well! ©Amazon If ALDI isn’t an option for you, you can grab this Nightmare Before Christmas Imagine Ink Coloring Book! It doesn’t get more Halloween than the classic Tim Burton film. The book comes with 16 pages, and while it’s not as cheap as the ALDI options, it’s still a GREAT price! view ON AMAZON We’re always on the hunt for what’s coming to ALDI, so make sure to follow us at the Disney Food Blog for even more finds! A Bunch Of Cool Disney Stuff Is Discounted on Amazon Today Ahead of Big Deal Days 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 items do you want to grab? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Every day, there’s a ton of Disney news that ends up all over the Internet, and it’s honestly often hard to discern what’s real, what’s speculation, and what’s just a rumor. There are SO many sites covering Disney news, too, that sometimes you don’t know who to trust. But you can trust us because we make sure we’re doing everything we can to give you the REAL news and honest facts. ©Disney Well, this week, some Disney rumors started hitting the Internet, and although some seem like they may be true, they’re not, while others are oversimplifying more complex announcements. So let’s take a look at what we’ve heard this week and figure out what’s what. Matterhorn to be torn down and rebuilt? FAKE We’re starting with the wildest thing we heard about this week. A rumor is spreading that Disneyland’s Matterhorn Bobsleds will be completely torn down and relocated as part of the Tomorrowland update project. Disney has confirmed that Tomorrowland will be reimagined, but the Matterhorn bit? Well, that’s just pretty much a rumor that someone came up with because the new version of Tomorrowland might need more space, and the Matterhorn is in the way. Matterhorn Bobsleds Now, some have previously speculated that Matterhorn needs some kind of SOMETHING to make it smoother, as it is one of the roughest rides in Disneyland. But completely tearing it down to rebuild it? That seems like a bit MUCH, even given the budget Disneyland has for new lands and upgrades. A refurbishment might happen at some point. But completely moving the ride? Well, it’s not likely. But then again, we also thought Disney would never fix the Yeti on Expedition Everest, and here we are. Stranger things have happened. Disney shutting down Expedition Everest? REAL (Sort Of) Yes, there was a reason we just mentioned Expedition Everest because there is a rumor that the ride will be shutting down after 20 years. So here’s the thing: yes, Disney did say that it was fixing the Yeti on the ride, and from what we’ve learned about the technical issues that might revolve around fixing that animatronic, the ride will need to close…and it could be a pretty long closure. Expedition Everest So, technically, this is true, but not in the sense the initial rumor suggested. Expedition Everest will close, but it will reopen later with a brand new and (hopefully) working Yeti animatronic. Disney has not confirmed when the ride’s closure will take place, but we might guess it will happen after Pueblo Esperanza, the new land coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, opens in 2027. Disney is buying Bluey? TBD So another rumor we’ve seen circulating is that Disney will be buying the rights to Bluey. Now, Disney has already collaborated with Ludo Studio to bring Bluey to the parks, but this rumor popped up after Dana Walden, Disney’s president and chief creative officer, said she “would offer a lot of money” to Bluey’s creator, Joe Brumm, according to Bloomberg. Bluey in Disney’s Animal Kingdom However, the full quote was more about Disney’s current relationship with the BBC, Bluey’s producer. What she said was this: “We have a great relationship with the BBC. We have been able to make great sense of this partnership, and Joe Brumm, who I would offer a lot of money to. He’s extraordinary and I will not let him get further off the Disney lot than he is currently.” However, that’s all that’s been said, and there’s nothing coming from Disney stating that buying Bluey is actually in the works. Star Wars X, the next Skywalker Saga? TBD Now the rumor about a new trilogy in the Skywalker Saga is a bit more complex than just the fact that a new Skywalker Saga is on the way. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Jon Watts, who directed the Tom Holland Spider-Man movies, is attached to direct the first installment of a new Star Wars trilogy written by Simon Kinberg. ©Disney So here’s what we know: in 2023, Disney announced a Star Wars movie directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy that would bring back Daisy Ridley as Rey. That film was supposed to pick up after the events of The Rise of Skywalker. However, if this is that same movie, a lot of the details have changed, including the director. Star Wars X, as folks are now calling it, is reportedly the next chapter in the Skywalker Saga, which means Rey could still appear in it. Now, here’s the thing: Lucasfilm has not confirmed a Star Wars X movie or trilogy, and nothing has been greenlit by Disney. We’ll be on the lookout for more Disney rumors and keep you updated, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Please Tell Me I’m Not the Only One Who’s Super Confused by This New Disney World 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 heard any Disney rumors lately? Let us know in the comments below. View the full article

A brand-new restaurant has opened at Disney World, and we think it’ll be popular! We’re ready to EAT! Hurly-Burly at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn has replaced the former Jellyrolls building and brings new eats, drinks, and entertainment. We’ve been waiting and waiting for this space to come back to life, and we’re taking you with us to check out the new building and everything it has to offer. Atmosphere You can find Hurly-Burly on Disney’s BoardWalk, which means it’s only a few steps away from EPCOT’s International Gateway entrance. You can park at EPCOT and walk through the park to the entrance if you have an EPCOT ticket, or park at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and use the Skyliner to the International Gateway. Other options include walking over from Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts, and walking or taking the boat from The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort. Hurly-Burly The setup for Hurly-Burly is a little different than we’ve seen with other Disney restaurants. The restaurant is welcoming the entire family, including kids, from opening until 9 PM. After 9 PM, though, guests must be 21 or older and have a valid ID to enter. During the day, a host will lead games and activities (we got to see trivia that was pretty hard!), and at night, the Hurly-Burly will come alive with musical acts taking the stage, with genres changing nightly. Inside Hurly-Burly Everything has a bit of a coastal flair with the 1920s vibes. When we arrived early in the day, it was raining pretty hard, so there were usually only about one or two groups waiting to be seated. Even when the rain died down, people were trickling in, so crowds didn’t seem too intense. However, around 5 PM, the waitlist on the My Disney Experience App was full, and if you came in person and waited to get a text from the host, your wait time was about an hour. Nighttime entertainment The same was the case when we stopped by again right before 9 PM, so it certainly seems like the late afternoon and evening hours are the most popular right now. If you’re trying to get a reservation on the day of (instead of booking in advance), we recommend stopping by at least an hour early to get your name on the list. However, we did have an interesting experience that we’re partly assuming may be the fact that we were a party of one — when we put our name on the list at 8:28 PM, we were told our wait time would be an hour. So, imagine our surprise when we got a text in the SAME minute saying that our table was ready! Our text! Enough about the space, let’s see what’s on the menu! Menu The Hurly-Burly menu blends coastal 1920s flavors and styles with Small Bites, with options like Antipasto, Tomato Pie, and Mini Pretzels. Menu! You can also grab multiple Beer options, as well as Wines, Cocktails, and some Mocktail options for those who don’t drink. Menu at the bar outside Now that we know what’s on the menu, we’re starving, so let’s eat! Eats We took it upon ourselves to try nearly the WHOLE menu to bring you our full thoughts, so get ready! We dug into the Tomato Pie first, which is made with Focaccia, tomato sauce, oregano, and Pecorino Romano for $11. Tomato Pie This is a very simple dish but well executed! The tomato sauce isn’t overly sweet, and there’s just enough Parmesan and herbs to bring some balance. The bread itself is so pillowy and soft, which we adored. Now, we don’t think this will be a hit with everyone, since there may be some who don’t understand it. It isn’t a pie in any sense of the word, but it is a very tasty bar snack to go with your cocktails. We do feel it’s a little pricey for 4-ounce pieces of bread topped with tomato sauce, but if you’re looking for something simple yet delicious, we’d recommend it! Simple, yet delicious! We also got to try the Vegan Tomato Pie later in the night, which is also $11. This was just as delicious as when we had it the first time, and we’re so glad there’s a vegan version available! Again, some people may not like that it’s called a pie and certainly isn’t a pie in the slightest, but the focaccia was still soft and pillowy, and we felt the flavors still blended well together. Vegan Tomato Pie The Oven-Roasted Shrimp is served with garlic, herbs, and sweet pepper-onion relish and will cost you $19. Oven-Roasted Shrimp These were one of our favorite bites of the night! The shrimp are so well cooked, seeing as they have a pleasant bite to them and aren’t mushy at all, and there’s a beautiful acidic flavor coming from the onion pepper relish. These taste really fresh and light and full of herbaceous flavor. We appreciate that these are butterflied, and it’s clear they’re prepared with a lot of care. Amazing! The Antipasto on the menu will cost you $21 and is made of sliced meats, Burrata, Pecorino Romano, and marinated vegetables. This is very well put together — the burrata is so smooth and creamy, and the balsamic that tops it brings a nice acidic balance to the super creamy, rich texture. Our favorite bite on the plate was the burrata with the crostini, because the crunch of the grilled bread was the perfect pairing. The mortadella with pistachios was our second favorite. The meat is super rich, and having the flavor of pistachio adds a great balance. It’s pretty costly, though, so we can easily see how it won’t be for everyone. Antipasto The Mini Pretzels with Bacon-Cheese Fondue will cost you $12. These are the same pretzels you’ll find in many other bars and lounges, so they’re not anything super special. The texture is good with the right amount of salt, but these seem to be the most boring selection on the menu. The beer cheese sauce is the star here as it’s super flavorful and topped with chopped scallions. If you really love pretzels, it may be for you, but otherwise, we feel there are better options out there. Mini Pretzels with Bacon-Cheese Fondue The Meatballs in Tomato Gravy are $15 and are veal, pork, and beef meatballs with tomato gravy, stracciatella cheese, Pecorino Romano, and toasted focaccia. Meatballs in Tomato Gravy These are tasty and mild enough for all members of your party. We feel that kids will find comfort in the classic meatballs, and the bread is a great pairing, especially since you can use it to dip into the remainder of the sauce afterwards. These meatballs are fresh and tender instead of tasting like they were frozen and reheated. The sauce is extremely mild with a slight sweet aftertaste, so you can consider us fans! A really great pairing This also comes in a vegan version! The Vegan Meatballs in Tomato Gravy are also $15 and were so incredibly solid. The meatballs were delicious and almost frighteningly realistic. They were so well seasoned and moist, and the sauce was so delicious that they tasted authentically meaty. Of course, they were completely vegan, and we appreciate them providing this alternative. They’re served with the same crostini on the side, and we loved it just as much as we did the first time around. Vegan Meatballs in Tomato Gravy Theater Concessions will cost you $12, and this is a trio of meatballs, sugar cookie, and buttered popcorn. This is like it was designed for the kids! It’s simple in the best way. Will it knock your socks off? No, definitely not, but the meatballs are fresh, the cookie was soft and delicious, and who doesn’t love popcorn? Theater Concessions The Roast Beef Sliders are also available for $17, and these are shaved roast beef and horseradish-mustard sour cream on slider rolls. Roast Beef Sliders This is another one of our favorite items here. The bun is soft, and the roast beef is easy to bite through. Not to mention, it’s a pleasant pink color, whereas we find a lot of roast beef to be a more unappetizing gray. The biggest surprise here is that there are caramelized onions on this, so keep that in mind when you order, since it’s not listed on the menu! We’d absolutely get these again, though we would personally ask for an additional side of that horseradish-mustard sour cream. So good! Finally, the Mini Apple Cider Doughnuts are $11, and these are served with miso-caramel sauce. Mini Apple Cider Doughnuts These looked a little underwhelming to us at first, but we were pleasantly surprised! You can actually taste the apple cider, which isn’t the case for a lot of apple cider treats. Are they the best donuts we’ve ever had? Well, no, but on an otherwise savory menu, they’re a really nice sweet option. We love this caramel sauce! We think the miso caramel sauce was an incredible addition, because the miso helps cut down on the sweetness, so it wasn’t too overpowering. They’re nothing to write home about, but they’re solid if you want something sweet! Drinks We decided to snag one of the mocktails on the menu, the Cherry Marquee! This is Minute Maid Premium Lemonade blended with Amarena cherries and garnished with a gourmet cherry, and it will cost you $6.49. This was a really pleasant nonalcoholic offering that didn’t go over the top with syrupy sweetness. Somehow, adding cherry to Minute Maid Premium Lemonade didn’t push it into Jolly Rancher territory. That’s why “pleasant” feels like a revolutionary word here. It’s definitely sweet, but it’s completely drinkable. An adult who isn’t drinking alcohol could have more than one without feeling like they’d have a horrible sugar hangover in the morning. Cherry Marquee We also grabbed the Caramel Corn Old Fashioned for $21. This is made with Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon, caramel corn, and The Bitter Truth Decanter Bitters. Caramel Corn Old Fashioned This has the classic flavors of an Old Fashioned, but it’s not overly sweet. This is a very smooth cocktail with no burn, and we loved the caramel corn that comes on the side. It tastes like it might be house-made — it’s the perfect caramel corn, sweet and crunchy without being too much. A really solid drink! We’re not totally sure the flavors go perfectly together, so we found ourselves spacing out munching on the caramel corn with taking sips of the drink, but overall, we’re fans of this drink! Nosh or Not You should head to Hurly-Burly if… You’re looking for a fun, themed bar with lots of space. This is a big space with a lot of seating. It’s very well decorated, and the story and theming feel very at home with the BoardWalk. The best part of the theme is the bulletin board by the bathrooms. There are tons of “old papers” from Polly’s dressing room, including letters and notes to other boardwalk characters, and 1930s ads for other BoardWalk spots. You need a late-night bite. This spot is open until 1 AM, so if you’ve just left an After Hours event in the parks, or you’ve participated in Extended Evening Hours and want to stop somewhere to eat, this is a great choice if your party is 21+. You want an outdoor bar with an amazing view. To us, the outdoor part of the bar is literally a stroke of genius. The vibe is not Pleasure Island or Atlantic Dance Hall. It’s not a rager. You’re sitting down in the newest environment in Walt Disney World, and it’s really beautiful. It uses the original space ingeniously and transports you to another place. Even though it’s set in current times, it feels like it takes you to a different time, too. There’s a disorienting onslaught of music, switching rapid-fire through decades and centuries, that makes you forget what year it is, if only for a moment. You might want to skip if… You want a genuine nightlife experience. We definitely think this is the final true blow to anything resembling true nightlife in Disney World. The tables are too close together that there’s nowhere to dance or stand with your drink and chat. It’s very much a seated lounge, like the many others you’ll find around Disney World. You’re not a fan of live entertainment or live music. During the day, you’ll find activities like trivia happening in a 30 minutes on/30 minutes off situation, and each night, you’ll get to hear amazing live music by numerous different groups, such as the Siren Sisters, who we got to see during our visit (and they were fantastic!). If you’re looking for a lounge where you can easily talk with your group without having to raise your voice, though, this may not be for you. You’ve got really picky people in your group, kids or adults. While the menu here does have some options that are good for pickier eaters, it’s not the most expansive. Overall We’re really big fans of this new spot, that’s for sure! We can see this place becoming very popular once people understand what it is, so we’ve put it all together in just a few sentences to try and relay how awesome it really is. You’re coming to a Disney World lounge with live music. There’s no time limit and no drink minimum or maximum. They have a full bar, so you can order whatever you want, but they also have fun signature cocktails and a small bites menu, some of which are cooked in the kitchen over at Trattoria al Forno, which is part of why it’s as delicious as it is. Hurly-Burly We feel especially that this spot is a massive upgrade in terms of environment, especially with how much story has been added to the venue. The outdoor bar is worth its weight in gold! The fact that you can come and sit outside without having to do the walk up list is such a great touch and seems immediately popular. The fact that it’s open till 1 AM gives night owls a place to eat and drink in Disney World too, which is rare around the resort. The outdoor bar is everything to us! We’re still dreaming about our experience at Hurly-Burly and already planning our next visit, but in the meantime, keep following Disney Food Blog for more food reviews you need to know for your next Disney World vacation. We have full planning guides so your next trip will be the best one yet. FULL GUIDE TO RESTAURANTS AT DISNEY’S BOARDWALK INN 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 about Hurly-Burly? 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We talk about dining reservations a lot here at DFB, but there are plenty of other offerings that you can reserve in advance in Disney World, and one of them has to do with getting a haircut. YES! You can really get your hair cut in the Magic Kingdom! Magic Kingdom at Disney World When you’re 60 days out from your trip, you can also reserve a variety of behind-the-scenes tours, book your appointment at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, or get a time slot to go build a lightsaber or droid in Galaxy’s Edge. But one of the most popular reservations that goes FAST is Harmony Barber Shop in Magic Kingdom. Harmony Barber Shop is located on Main Street, U.S.A. in the Town Square area near the front of the park. It’s tucked away behind The Emporium, and many folks walk right past it when they’re entering Magic Kingdom. But for lots of Disney fans, it’s a tradition to get a haircut here! Harmony Barber Shop The barber shop typically operates from 9 AM to 4:45 PM each day, and you can get reservations throughout that window. They offer child haircuts, adult haircuts, beard trims, and of course, the ever-popular first haircut package! I recently got the chance to take my son to get his first haircut there, and I managed to do it WITHOUT a reservation. ©Disney Before my trip, I made my dining reservations on time, but I didn’t think about the possibility of getting my son’s hair cut until we were a few weeks out from the trip and his bangs were starting to tickle his nose. When I checked at that time, reservations were all gone, and I nearly gave up hope. However, on the day of my visit, I entered the park at 8:15 AM to do Early Theme Park Entry (which started at 8:30 AM) and found that the barber shop seemed to be open. Harmony Barber Shop Cast Member When I stepped inside, the Cast Members greeted me cheerfully and told me they were, indeed, open! I asked about walk-up availability throughout the day, and they told me that it could vary, but the best time to get a haircut was RIGHT THEN. We were the first customers of the day, and there was no wait, considering it wasn’t even time for the reservations to start. The whole haircut process took ten minutes, and we were done before Early Entry even began! Harmony Barber Shop During the first haircut process, they had my son sit on my lap, and the Cast Member entertained him with light-up toys and stickers. They wet his hair a little bit (they don’t do shampoo for any of the cuts here, so you’ll need to arrive with clean, dry hair) and snipped away to trim those extra-long pieces. They followed my hairstyle requests exactly and even wrapped up his first-snipped hairs in a piece of tissue paper for me to take home! Ready to cut some hair! Perhaps the cutest part of the process is the gift you get. You’ll leave with a first haircut certificate with your child’s name and a pair of classic Mickey ears that have “My 1st Haircut” embroidered on the back. The little hairs went inside a drawstring bag, and we got a Mickey Mouse sticker as well. SO STINKIN’ CUTE and only $28! First Haircut This was an incredible experience that I definitely won’t forget, and it was made even better by the fact that it didn’t eat up any of our park day! So, if you’re hoping to squeeze in a haircut, try going first thing in the morning to save some time. I highly recommend it! Stay tuned to DFB for more tips for Disney World. See a Full List of Disney World Experiences and Events 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 been to the Harmony Barber Shop? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

It’s October, which means it’s officially spooky season in Disney World! That means strolling down Main Street, U.S.A. with Mickey pumpkins, meeting your favorite characters in their Halloween costumes, and of course, celebrating with some sweet treats! Frankenstein Cookie Gideon’s Bakehouse just announced their flavors of the month for October, and whether you want your Halloween treats to be sweet as candy or monstrously spooky, Gideon’s has a limited-time dessert for you! If you’re craving cookies, you can grab the Frankenstein. This Cookie stitches together various chocolates, Double Stuf Oreos, and M&M’s.⁣ The cookie is packed with so much Oreo, cookie crumble, and M&M’s that there is cookie or candy in every bite, making it just a chocolate lover’s paradise. It’s one of our FAVORITE cookies at Gideon’s too! Frankenstein’s insides! You can also get the Bride of Frankenstein cookie featuring white chocolate, Golden Oreos, and M&M’s! The Golden Oreos were a great addition, and while we weren’t huge on the M&M’s, this was still a great cookie. Bride of Frankenstein Frankenstein Cake Slices will be available on Wednesdays and Saturdays in October, and Bride of Frankenstein Cake Slices are served on Sundays and Thursdays. If you’re a cookies-and-cream fan, this cake is a must-try. You’ll find thick, delicious cookie chunks that pair SO well with the M&M’s, and it’s one of our favorite Gideon’s cake slices. There’s a limit of two slices per person at both Gideon’s locations, but you can pre-order a whole cake on Gideon’s website. ⁣ Frankenstein Cake To wash it all down, you can grab the Cookies & Cream Nitro Cold Brew. This is made with ground coffee beans, oat milk, scratch-made chocolate sauce, and crushed Cookies & Cream. Cookies and Cream Nitro Cold Brew But that’s not all of the limited-time sweet treats you can get this month. Gideon’s announced that new never-before-seen desserts will drop every single weekend in October! What do you think these sweet treats will be? Gideon’s Bakehouse To-go Box We’ll be sure to keep you updated on more Gideon’s Bakehouse menu changes. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Disney World restaurant news! We’ve Had EVERY Cookie at Gideon’s Bakehouse, and We’re Ranking Them From ‘Top of the Line’ to ‘Hard Pass’ 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 spooky season sweet treat do you want to try the most? Comment below! View the full article

An upcoming fireworks change could impact your future Magic Kingdom plans! Happily Ever After If catching Happily Ever After is on your Magic Kingdom to-do list this fall, you’ll want to double-check your plans. Starting next week, there’s a shift in the time of the beloved fireworks show, and you’ll want to take note! Happily Ever After is the nighttime fireworks show in Magic Kingdom, complete with lights, lasers, and projection effects. It takes place most evenings (although it may not be performed if the park is scheduled to close early for a special event that day), and the showtime typically fluctuates throughout different times of the year depending on daylight hours and park operating hours. Happily Ever After Beginning October 5th, Happily Ever After will start at 9 PM on nights when Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is not taking place. That schedule will continue throughout October, so if you’re visiting on a non-party night, plan to be in position a bit earlier than you might have expected. This change doesn’t affect party nights, so if you’re attending Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, your party-night plans stay the same. Just be sure you know which kind of night you’re visiting on before you map out your evening. Magic Kingdom Fireworks Cruise View Then, starting November 1st, Happily Ever After will move to an 8 PM start time. That earlier showtime could be a win for families with little ones who struggle to stay up late, and it may leave some extra time after the show for one more ride or one last treat before heading back to your hotel. Happily Ever After With either change, it’s a good idea to revisit any dinner reservations you’ve booked near the fireworks. A later dinner that worked for your original plan might now overlap with the show, and you don’t want to be halfway through your entrée when the first burst lights up the sky. It’s also a smart move to grab your snacks before you stake out your viewing spot, since the crowds around Main Street, U.S.A. can make it tough to get around once people start settling in. Happily Ever After in Magic Kingdom To sum it up, Happily Ever After moves to 9 PM on non-party nights starting October 5th, then shifts to 8 PM beginning November 1st. Keep these times in mind as you plan your evenings at Magic Kingdom this fall, and stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news, updates, and all the latest eats from around the parks! The Best Disney World Hotel Discount for 2027 Just Dropped 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 View the full article

If you’re looking for your new favorite Disney Loungefly, we’ve got you covered. Loungefly just expanded its gorgeous Disney Princess stained glass collection to include a popular lost princess! It’s Rapunzel! This brand-new Rapunzel Stained Glass Loungefly collection also stars her rugged Prince Charming Flynn along with her sassy chameleon sidekick Pascal. Preorder the Mini Backpack, crossbody, or wallet to get them delivered straight to your door when they come out on October 10th! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Let your powers shine with this Rapunzel and Flynn Stained Glass Mini Backpack! ©BoxLunch This Rapunzel and Flynn Stained Glass Mini Backpack features Rapunzel and Flynn from Tangled surrounded by a gorgeous debossed stained-glass design of lanterns, flowers, birds, and more! On the side pockets, you’ll find Pascal in a stained-glass pattern, too. view ON BoxLunch This Rapunzel and Flynn Stained Glass Crossbody Bag is our new dream! ©BoxLunch This Rapunzel and Flynn Stained Glass Crossbody Bag features a debossed stained glass character portrait of Rapunzel and Flynn from Tangled. This pink-and-purple crossbody includes an adjustable strap, topped with an adorable satin pink bow! view ON BoxLunch Let your hair down with this Rapunzel and Flynn Stained Glass Wallet! ©BoxLunch This Rapunzel and Flynn Stained Glass Wallet features Rapunzel and Flynn dancing front and center, surrounded by gorgeous stained-glass mosaics of golden lanterns, flowers, and birds. Inside, you’ll find an ID sleeve, seven card slots, and a bills slot to store everything you’ll need on your adventures. view ON BoxLunch 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

Shades of Green Is Adding Dog-Friendly Rooms Beginning November 1, 2026 Shades of Green is adding a limited number of dog-friendly guest rooms beginning November 1, 2026. The new option will allow eligible guests to bring up to two dogs when staying at Shades of Green, but these rooms will work differently from a normal […] The post Shades of Green Adds Dog-Friendly Rooms Beginning November 2026 appeared first on Military Disney Tips. View the full article

The wait is FINALLY OVER! Disney’s BoardWalk has officially welcomed a NEW lounge, and we couldn’t wait to stop by! The Hurly-Burly! The BoardWalk has been undergoing a massive change, adding new shopping, dining, and entertainment locations! Among those changes is a brand-new lounge called Hurly-Burly, which we were most excited about. Now, we finally got the chance to check it out, and we’re bringing you inside with us! Ever since the popular dueling piano bar Jellyrolls closed, we have been WAITING for its replacement. The time has finally come, as Hurly-Burly is officially open. Disney describes the lounge as a place where you can “step inside this historic seaside theater, once the home of the BoardWalk’s most celebrated vaudeville performers. Now, nearly a hundred years later, Hurly-Burly is opening its doors once again with entertainment offerings, vintage drinks and lite bites inspired by an era of world-class performances and nautical novelty.” Hurly-Burly The theming is very much on par with Disney’s description, as you’re met with oceanic details, vintage-style seating, and lively and interactive entertainment. You’ll first be welcomed to the Hurly-Burly Theatre, which includes seaside details like seaweed, shells, and pearls. Welcome to the Hurly-Burly Theatre! And inside, you’ll find several decorations giving nods to the sea, including a large trident hanging on the wall, as well as different kinds of posters and vintage posters! Hurly-Burly Decor For seating, you’ll have a couple of options. You could be seated at a table with cushioned chairs… Hurly-Burly Tables … or at a booth completed with velvet backs. Either way, EXTREMELY comfortable! Hurly-Burly Booths In terms of entertainment, we first took part in trivia! It was hard enough that only FOUR groups got all 10 questions right, but the questions were still recognizable enough that kids and the whole family could still enjoy! We then played a quick game of higher or lower, and after that, we took part in some music trivia! And there was also some audience interaction where the host asked people where they’re from! And the prize? Bragging rights, of course! Disney’s Hurly-Burly Lounge will have lively activities in the afternoons, such as trivia and games for the whole family. Once 9 PM hits, it will be available for guests ages 21 and up. The entertainment will be on for 30 minutes and off for 30 minutes. One of the live acts at Hurly-Burly The new dining spot is also going to have a walk-up window for select beverages. So, if you’re going for a stroll down Disney’s BoardWalk, you can stop by Hurly-Burly’s window for a quick grab-and-go drink! The Hurly-Burly Walk-Up Window! The walk-up window opens at 11 AM and closes with the lounge at 1 AM. Here, you can find a litany of drinks, including both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options: Alcoholic Beverages: The Atlantic Review: Hangar One Mandarin Blossom Vodka, Cointreau Liqueur, Minute Maid Orange Juice, and Sprite Bubble Brava!: Chinola Passion Fruit Liqueur, Italian Amaro, lemon juice, and Viarae Prosecco La Taquilla Picante: Ghost Blanco Tequila, lime juice, orgeat, rose water, and a spiced nutmeg rim Cherry-Vodka Limeade: Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Amarena cherry, and cold-pressed lime juice Off-book Bramble: Fords Gin, Combier Crème de Mûre Liqueur, lemon juice, and blackberry Caramel Corn Old Fashioned: Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon, caramel corn, and The Bitter Truth Decanter Bitters Non-Alcoholic Specialty Beverages: Caramel Corn Cold Brew: Joffrey’s Cold Brew Coffee topped with caramel sweet cream and caramel popcorn Cherry Marquee: Minute Maid Premium Lemonade blended with Amarena cherries and garnished with a gourmet cherry Hurly-Burly Walk-Up Window Menu The walk-up window also offers a selection of beer and wine. For beer, guests have nine options to choose from, including four from the Atlantic Coast Favorite section and five from the Classic Selections section. For wine, there are several options of sparkling, whites, rosés, and reds to choose from. Hurly-Burly Walk-Up Window Menu Now, who is Hurly-Burly really FOR? Jellyrolls had a very specific crowd when it was open on the BoardWalk. Think businessmen wanting to wind down with a drink after a long day, Cast Members on their nights off, and just guests who want to escape the chaos that is the Disney World theme parks. But there is one problem: Parking. Hurly-Burly Hurly-Burly runs on a walk-up waitlist system, which means there are NO reservations. Typically, this means guests wouldn’t be able to park at the resort since they’re either not staying there or they don’t have a valid dining reservation. And since this spot is open so late, transportation to and from the parks will not be running at the time Hurly-Burly closes. We were able to park at the BoardWalk on opening day, which may show some leniency, so it’s possible that Disney will be more lax with people who want to visit this spot; however, that’s not a guarantee. Hurly-Burly Menu We’re so happy that Hurly-Burly is officially open! Make sure to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog so you don’t miss all the latest Disney news and updates. Disney World Confirms 10 NEW Hotel Changes This Winter 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! 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One of Disney World’s new spots is FINALLY open, and we’re checking out every part it has to offer today, including this SUPER unique addition! The Hurly-Burly! Hurly-Burly is located on Disney’s BoardWalk, where Jellyrolls used to be. This new spot officially opened October 1st, and here, Disney is inviting guests to “step inside this historic seaside theater, once the home of the BoardWalk’s most celebrated vaudeville performers.” In the story Disney has crafted, it’s opening its doors for the first time in about 100 years. Come with us to check out their walk-up window for the first time! The walk-up window at Hurly-Burly opens at 11 AM and is located on the left side of the Hurly-Burly entrance. If you’re walking on the BoardWalk coming from EPCOT, it’ll be the first thing you come across when you get to Hurly-Burly. If you are hoping to grab a drink and don’t want to sit down, you can grab one on the go and just keep on walking Disney’s BoardWalk! The walk-up window! The walk-up window menu has a LOT of options, including: Caramel Corn Cold Brew: Joffrey’s Cold Brew Coffee topped with caramel sweet cream and caramel popcorn Cherry Marquee: Minute Maid Premium Lemonade blended with Amarena cherries and garnished with a gourmet cherry Caramel Corn Old Fashioned: Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon, caramel corn, and The Bitter Truth Decanter Bitters Cherry-Vodka Limeade: Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Amarena cherry, and cold-pressed lime juice The Atlantic Review: Hangar One Mandarin Blossom Vodka, Cointreau Liqueur, Minute Maid Orange Juice, and Sprite Bubble Brava!: Chinola Passion Fruit Liqueur, Italian Amaro, lemon juice, and Viarae Prosecco La Taquilla Picante: Ghost Blanco Tequila, lime juice, orgeat, rose water, and a spiced nutmeg rim Off-book Bramble: Fords Gin, Combier Crème de Mûre Liqueur, lemon juice, and blackberry Hurly-Burly Walk-Up Window Menu Of course, this is just the walk-up window. The lounge, Hurly-Burly, is open to families and all ages in the afternoons, from 4 PM to 9 PM. After 9 PM, it transitions into an adults-only space for those 21+. There are also live music performances happening on select nights. We’ve got a feeling this will be quite the popular spot, especially with the walk-up window. We’ll be here a lot! Disney’s BoardWalk still has more to come, including a quick-service location and a new store, Basin on the BoardWalk. We’re excited to see the popular Disney World resort when everything is said and done. We’ll be sure to cover everything about this new spot for you, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest news! Please Tell Me I’m Not the Only One Who’s Super Confused by This New Disney World 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 What are you most looking forward to at this new location? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

You know what one of my favorite things is? Cool Disney stuff. You know what makes it even better? When it’s on SALE! And Amazon is one of the best places to find cool, discounted Disney stuff! ©Disney In less than a week, Amazon Prime Big Deal Days kick off, but this doesn’t mean there are no deals now. Let’s take a look at some cool Disney stuff discounted ahead of Prime Big Deal Days! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We’re tracking ALL of the deals ahead of Prime Big Deal Days, so check out our Amazon Storefront for all of the best deals in one place! view OVER 100 disney deals ON AMAZON This Popular Loungefly Bag Is ON SALE! ©Amazon The Disney princess stained-glass Loungefly bags are some of the most popular Loungefly bags among Disney fans, and the Loungefly Disney Tangled Rapunzel Mini Backpack is currently 18% off! This bag features Rapunzel front and center with Pascal on her hair and the floating lanterns above her. Her tower is found on the back, and stained-glass portraits of Maximus and Flynn Rider are on the side pockets. view ON AMAZON Get Cooking With The Disney Villains — Less Than $10 ©Amazon Channel your inner Disney villain in the kitchen with the Disney Villains Cookbook! This book includes 50 beginner-friendly recipes, including dishes like Kronk’s Spinach Puffs, Gaston’s Chicken Drumsticks, Cruella Cookies, and many more. There are pictures of each of the dishes included in the book and a difficulty rating for each recipe, and it’s currently on sale for 48% off! view ON AMAZON Test Your Disney Knowledge With This Trivia Game ©Amazon Think you know Disney more than your family and friends? Test your knowledge with the Disney Trivia Board Game! This game includes a gameboard, five character movers, a 3-D archway finish, 25 Mickey tokens, and 250 playing cards with over 1,000 questions! These questions span from the very beginning of Disney and Pixar movies, and you can grab it for 15% off! view ON AMAZON You Could Become A Space Ranger! Disney recently released their fifth Toy Story film, and it’s now available on Disney+! What better way to celebrate than with the Mattel Disney and Pixar Toy Story 5 Space Ranger Laser Gauntlet?! Simply press the button on the top to activate laser blasts, sounds, and vibrations, or hold down the button to activate an explosion with a projection! This toy features over 35 sounds and phrases to create an out-of-this-world adventure. Grab it before the 25% off deal disappears! view ON AMAZON Christmas Isn’t The Only Holiday With Inflatable Decor ©Amazon This Stitch Jack-o’-Lantern Inflatable is 3 feet tall and is the PERFECT Halloween decoration for your yard! This easy-to-place decoration can fit in front yards, porches, patios, entryways, and smaller Halloween setups. It’s currently 27% off, and there are only 20 left, so grab them before they’re gone! view ON AMAZON LEGOs Are My Favorite, Especially When They’re On Sale! ©Amazon This 529-piece LEGO set is inspired by the sequel to Moana! Suggested for ages 6 and up, this Moana 2 LEGO Set includes a buildable double-hulled canoe toy with a textile sail, removable deck and under-deck living area, and four figures from the film: Moana, Pua, Loto, and Moni. Grab it while it’s 38% off — that’s a MAJOR deal! view ON AMAZON This Is The Perfect Shirt To Wear In The Mexico Pavilion ©Amazon Finally, we have the Disney The Three Caballeros T-Shirt, which is a great option to wear during your EPCOT walk around the World Showcase! This shirt comes in a whopping 18 different colors — all of which are 15% off! The front of the shirt features Donald Duck, Jose, and Panchito surrounded by music notes and reads “The Three Caballeros” above them! view ON AMAZON We’re constantly updating all of the things you can find on sale during Prime Big Deal Days, so check out our Amazon Storefront for all of the best deals in one place! view over 100 disney deals 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

Okay, BoardWalk fans, we need to talk. After almost 30 years, the Jellyrolls piano bar closed in the spring of 2025, and ever since, the BoardWalk has had a Jellyrolls-shaped hole in its heart (and its nightlife). Well, that hole has finally been filled (sort of)! Hurly-Burly is officially open in the former Jellyrolls space, and while we’re thrilled, we have to say we’re a little confused. Hurly-Burly So what IS Hurly-Burly? Picture a historic seaside theater that was once home to the BoardWalk’s most celebrated vaudeville performers, complete with a glowing marquee and a teal exterior that’s impossible to miss on the promenade. But we just have one question for our buddy, CEO Josh D’Amaro: who is Hurly-Burly actually for?! So, here’s the thing. Jellyrolls had a very specific crowd when it was open on the BoardWalk. We’re talking dudes in suits who just wanted to unwind with a drink after being at a convention all day (disinterested, drunk, rich dudes), Cast Members on free Cast Member night (exhausted turkey leg salespeople), and weirdos like AJ who sat in the back trying to edit photos on their computers (okay, maybe she was literally the only one doing that, but the point still stands). Welcome to the Hurly-Burly Theatre And while we love a random, 1930s-inspired trivia den/21 and over cabaret, since Disney has become more and more strict about parking at the resorts without a reservation, and there are no reservations at Hurly-Burly, we’re wondering who is actually going to go there. Disney did just close Atlantic Dance Hall (RIP) to the public, so maybe the people who frequented that spot will migrate on over, and while those two guys are probably cool, it’s not like the Dance Hall had a line out the door every night. Or any night, for that matter. One of the live acts at Hurly-Burly Listen, we’re thrilled that the BoardWalk finally has more nightlife, and since Hurly-Burly will be open until 1 AM, it certainly qualifies; we’re just wondering who will actually show up to frequent this spot. Considering that Disney transportation only runs for an hour and a half after the parks close, it’s not like people will be able to leave their cars at the parks and hop on a bus after Hurly-Burly closes to head back to their cars. Overture in Orange Interestingly enough, we were able to park at the BoardWalk on Hurly-Burly’s opening day even though we didn’t have a hotel or dining reservation, so it’s possible that Disney will be more lax with people who want to visit this spot. That’s not a guarantee, though, so if you’re looking at visiting Hurly-Burly, your best bet is to use Disney transportation — as long as you plan to make it back to your car or hotel before the buses or Skyliner are done running for the night. Of course, Disney isn’t going to let you get stranded, and Cast Members will do everything in their power to make sure you get back “home” — or at least to your car. Antipasto Still, though, we’re left wondering what sort of crowds Hurly-Burly will draw, and we can’t wait to find out! We’ll be on the lookout for even more updates you need to know about from Disney World and beyond. In the meantime, make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and more! Check out the latest Hurly-Burly news at the links below! Please Tell Me I’m Not the Only One Who’s Super Confused by This New Disney World Restaurant7 Restaurants Gen X Is Loving at Disney World Right NowWe Just Solved a New Disney World Problem for You. You’re Welcome.It Would Have Been a Great Week in Disney World…Except For This ONE AnnouncementFIRST LOOK: We Got To Try Disney World’s NEWEST Lounge Before It Opens 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 checking out Hurly-Burly on Disney’s BoardWalk? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

Bringing a water bottle with you to Disney World? It’s seriously one of the easiest ways to save money in Disney World! BAGSMART Water Bottle Holder Bag Also, we can’t stress enough how important it is to stay hydrated at Disney World. It makes plenty of sense to bring your own refillable water bottle with you during your Disney days, but it can be a pain lugging it around. That’s why we’re big fans of this Amazon essential! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. This water bottle holder feels like it was made for Disney Days BAGSMART Water Bottle Holder Bag The BAGSMART Water Bottle Holder Bag is available in several different colors, and — at the time of this writing — the purple version is currently 50% off! If you miss the deal, don’t worry! This bag is discounted often. ©Amazon Let’s talk about what makes it so special. Holding up to 64 oz bottles, this bag allows you to go hands-free thanks to a convenient detachable crossbody strap. It also includes a side zipper that’s adapted to handle a tumbler. You can keep it all secure with the elastic drawstring closure. ©Amazon Not only is this bag great for bottles, but it also features multiple pockets that you can use to store essentials while making sure they’re still easily accessible. This is ideal for a Disney day — especially when you don’t want to also lug around a backpack. Water-resistant, easy to clean, and designed for functionality, this bag is an absolute game-changer! BAGSMART Water Bottle Holder Bag — everything we fit inside BUY ON AMAZON What are some of your favorite Disney World essentials? Let us know in the comments and continue to follow us here at DFB for more great souvenir finds that will take your upcoming Disney vacation to the next level. View the full article

When it comes to dining at Disney World, you’ve got a TON of options. Want something quick and easy? You’ve got it. Something middle of the road and comforting? Yep, that too. And if you’re looking for something upscale and luxurious, you can find that as well. Turf Club Bar & Grill We recently stopped by the newly reopened Turf Club Bar & Grill to see if anything had changed after the refurbishment, and now we’re bringing you our FULL review. In the past, we’ve ranked this spot pretty low on our list of Disney World hotel restaurants, but has that changed? Is it worth a stop on your next trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth? Find out here! Atmosphere The Turf Club Bar and Grill is inspired by turn-of-the-century Upstate New York and racing culture. This is super prominent in the newly refurbished restaurant, which features a new raised ceiling with wooden beams and vintage light fixtures, along with new ceiling light panels and refreshed carpeting as well. The new ceiling and lights! The indoor seating area is refined with dark woods and forest greens, though it’s not at all stuffy. A covered outdoor seating area also boasts views of Lake Buena Vista. Head here if you love horse races, golf, or just relaxing away from the crowds. It’s not a “destination” restaurant, but the food is tasty, and the service is great. Outdoor patio But enough about the restaurant — what’s on the menu here?! Menu This relaxing restaurant in Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort offers a variety of standard American fare for dinner, including pasta dishes, salads, seafood appetizers, steaks, and chops during dinner hours. The menu got a whole refresh along with the restaurant itself, so we were excited to try some of the new items. Turf Club new menu Of course, there are plenty of desserts, too, including Chocolate-Hazelnut Cake and Apple Tart. You’ll also find a full menu of cocktails, wine, and beer, too, in addition to soft drinks, tea, and coffee. Dessert menu And now, onto the main event — the food! Drinks To kick things off, we grabbed the new Saratoga Cocktail for $21. This is made with Michter’s Single Barrel Rye Whiskey, Courvoisier VS Cognac, Carpano Antica Sweet Vermouth, and The Bitter Truth Decanter Bitters. Saratoga Cocktail This cocktail looks like it should pack a punch, but it is remarkably smooth. The Courvoisier leaves a balanced sweetness on the palate that tames the rye, so there’s no hint of a burn. There are lovely notes of citrus throughout. This is a perfect sipping cocktail. Eats Dinner service began with complimentary Parker House rolls, which were pretty standard. They were warm and fluffy, and were served with butter — what’s not to love? Parker House Rolls Next, we ordered the Golden-fried Calamari with Shishito Peppers for $19. This dish is served with toasted sesame aïoli and sweet chili-lime sauce. Golden-fried Calamari with Shishito Peppers The calamari is incredibly light and perfectly fried, with just enough coating to make it super crunchy. The sesame-based sauce gives you a little taste of the ocean with pleasant sesame undertones, and the rings aren’t chewy at all. The scallions add a nice crunch and a touch of freshness. The peppers play a bit of roulette: only about one in ten is actually spicy. The one we got was sweet and perfectly cooked, with the fresh crunch you want when you bite into a pepper. This is a delicious starter, and we would order it again. Be aware that if you’re not a fan of tentacles, there are some on the plate, but not so many that you can’t avoid them, especially if you have a more adventurous dining partner. Calamari For our main entree, we ordered the Corn Flake-breaded Fried Chicken and Waffle, which was $29. This comes with roasted jalapeño maple syrup and candied bacon butter. Cornflake Breaded Fried Chicken and Waffle The chicken is perfectly pounded flat and breaded, juicy and tender, and it soaks up the jalapeño syrup beautifully. The waffle is a classic buttermilk, cooked to perfection. Together they hit the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and a little smoky from the jalapeño syrup. The smokiness balances the sweetness of the real maple syrup, and the jalapeños are roasted over an open fire, which makes for complex but familiar bites. The butter is quite sweet on its own, but paired with the chicken, waffle, and jalapeño syrup, it makes the perfect sweet, salty, crunchy, savory bite. Be warned: this dish is absolutely gargantuan. It can easily be split between two people. The waffle already comes cut into two pieces, so all you have to do is slice the chicken in half and you have two perfect entrées. Cornflake Breaded Fried Chicken and Waffle Finally, for dessert, we ordered the Chocolate-Hazelnut Cake for $12. This features a hazelnut mousse and berry sauce, and it was definitely a hit! Chocolate-Hazelnut Cake This might be one of the best chocolate desserts we’ve had in a long time. The hazelnut flour adds so much hazelnut flavor without adding any denseness, and the chocolate layers in between are super creamy and delicious and blend beautifully with the hazelnut. The first few bites are enrobed in a crunchy chocolate and hazelnut coating that reminds us of Magic Shell on our childhood ice cream, but elevated to an adult palate because the chocolate is so well tempered and crunchy. Then you get the wonderful flavor of the chocolate hazelnut cake and the layers of chocolate mousse. Chocolate-Hazelnut Cake Then, when you swipe your fork through the raspberry sauce at the bottom of the plate, it combines to make a perfect bite of the dessert. The acidity of the raspberry comes through, and you can really taste it alongside the chocolate and hazelnut, creating an almost truffle-like flavor that we absolutely adore. Nosh or Not This Disney World restaurant is a must-visit if… You want a “hidden gem steakhouse” moment that feels like you escaped the parks without actually leaving Disney World. This spot sits at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa and leans into a rustic racetrack clubhouse theme with golf course and lake views, which is basically Disney’s way of saying: “Yes, you may pretend you’re casually wealthy for 90 minutes.” You’re planning a date night, an adults-only dinner, or a “we need quiet and protein” meal after a long day. It’s open for dinner, and the vibe is relaxed and comfortable, not stuffy-white-tablecloth, but still nicer than quick service. TouringPlans even notes the dress code is casual enough that your park-day outfit is fine, which is a big win for anyone who doesn’t want to do a full wardrobe change in their hotel room like it’s a Broadway intermission. You like classic American fare with some “Disney’s actually trying” touches. The current menu includes things like French onion soup, Brussels sprouts, calamari, and steakhouse-leaning mains (plus the occasional fun curveball like tempura-fried mushrooms). You want a table-service reservation that’s often easier to snag than the headline-grabbers. Reservations are usually available last minute, which makes this a great “Plan B that feels like Plan A” pick. You should skip this Disney World spot if… You’re trying to keep costs low. This is table service, and while it’s not “sell a kidney” dining, it’s still a sit-down steak-and-seafood-leaning menu. The menu pegs appetizers around $9–$22 and entrées roughly in the $23–$36 range, with a three-course meal often landing around $50–$55 before drinks and gratuity. You’ve got little kids who need loud energy, fast turnaround, and a menu that’s basically beige on purpose. This is calmer, slower, and more “sit and enjoy” than “inhale food, sprint to the next thing.” Great for adults, not always the easiest for tiny tornadoes. You’re staying in a far-flung Saratoga section, and you’re in “I refuse to travel” mode. This one’s in the Carriage House area, so depending on where your room is, dinner can involve a little extra commuting. Not a dealbreaker, just something your feet will have thoughts about. Overall From the first sip to the last bite, this meal was a standout. The chicken and waffle was the star of the savory courses: a sweet, salty, smoky combination that was complex yet familiar, and so generously portioned that it easily feeds two. The chocolate hazelnut dessert closed the evening on a high note, with layers of texture and flavor that were rich without being heavy. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared and stood out. Turf Club In the meantime, we’ll be on the lookout for more restaurant updates from Disney World and beyond. Make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and more! Every Disney World Change I’m Not Prepared For in 2026 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! 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In just a week, Disney World will be opening up reservations for its brand new hotel, Lakeshore Lodge, which opens in July, 2027. As a result, Disney has been dropping a TON of new details about the new hotel, including some brand new concept art of its lobby and lobby lounge (and y’all, it is STUNNING). ©Disney Well, Disney is doing even MORE to promote its newest hotel, and if you live anywhere near New York City, you’ll want to visit Flatiron Public Plaza because a huge pop-up art installation dedicated to the hotel is there for a few days. We got a chance to visit it ourselves, and we’re bringing you along with us. The art installation will be available on October 1st from 2 PM to 6 PM and October 2nd from 10 AM to 5 PM, so there’s still time to see it. Lakeshore Lodge pop-up installation The art installation features a massive mural by Tracy Lee Stum, an acclaimed American street muralist who has received numerous awards for her work around the world, including a 2006 Guinness World Record for the largest chalk painting by an individual. She’s known for her colorful, interactive 3D chalk art, and you can see why. The artwork at the pop-up is inspired by Lakeshore Lodge’s Daydream River, the lazy river coming to the hotel. Look at this mural! We even spotted a not-so-hidden Mickey in the artwork. We’ll be keeping an eye out for this in real life, too! Mickey! Disney even dropped some inner tubes on the art so you can get the feeling of floating down the lazy river and take some fun photos. Are these the tubes we’ll see at the resort? They look legit, but we’ll have to wait and see! Fun photo ops Around the art, you’ll find various pieces of concept art (which we’ve already seen) of Lakeshore Lodge, as well as concept art of The Wetlands, its huge outdoor recreation area. Concept art There are also some places where you can just sit and chill for a while. Lounging area The pop-up has a lot of fun Disney and Lakeshore Lodge details that will get you really excited about the new hotel. Fun details So if you find yourself in or near New York City over the next few days, you’ll want to make sure you drop by to see this huge sidewalk mural for yourself. In the meantime, we’ll keep you updated on Disney World news, so stay tuned to DFB for more. We Are FREAKING OUT Over This NEW Look at Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge Hotel 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 Lakeshore Lodge so far? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

If you’re looking for the newest Disney finds, Target is definitely the place! And the best part? You don’t even need to be in Orlando to get them because they’re all available online! Target From cookware to comfy clothing and princess dresses, they’ve got it all! Come take a look at the FIVE newest Disney items at Target that you absolutely NEED to take home with you! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Make Breakfast Fun With A Mini Waffle Maker! ©Target Fans of Tim Burton’s Nightmare Before Christmas will love this! The Dash x Disney Jack Skellington Mini Waffle Maker makes 4″ waffles featuring the film’s main character! This waffle maker has dual cooking surfaces to heat and cook the waffles evenly. There is an indicator light on the device to tell you when to add batter and when it’s done. It also features CleanCoating Ceramic Nonstick technology, so you don’t have to worry about it sticking. view ON target This Shirt Is Perfect For A Hollywood Studios Day! ©Target Since Hollywood Studios has a whole land dedicated to the Toy Story films, this shirt is the perfect one to wear during your park day! The Women’s Toy Story Short Sleeve Graphic T-Shirt comes in a cream color and features some of the film’s most iconic characters, like Buzz Lightyear, Woody, and Jessie! Underneath them, it reads “you’ve got a friend in me” in a sketch-style print. view ON target Stay Comfortable With These Festive Pajamas! ©Target Who says you can’t stay comfortable and be festive at the same time? The Baby Girls’ 2-Piece Disney Princess Pajamas sure don’t! This set includes a long-sleeve pajama top and pants that feature several Disney princesses surrounded by jack-o’-lanterns and fall leaves. The princesses shown include Cinderella, Jasmine, Belle, and Ariel. It’s a snug fit, so you’re sure to stay comfortable when you’re wearing them! view ON target We Can’t Leave The Boys Out, So We Found These! ©Target The boys have to stay comfortable too, which is why we found the Toddler Boys’ 2-Piece Marvel Spidey Halloween Pajama Set! This set comes with a sweatshirt and sweatpants that feature Spider-Man with an all-over print of spider webs and spiders. There are even a few larger green spiders on the top and bottoms! While this one isn’t a snug fit, it’ll be sure to keep you warm and cozy! view ON target You Can Dress Up As A Princess At Home, Too! ©Target Whether you’re headed to the parks or are playing dress-up at home, every little princess needs the Toddler Girls’ Disney Sleeping Beauty Aurora Dress! This pink ballerina dress features Aurora-inspired designs with a bright pink tulle skirt and light peplum accents. The dress has a pink satin bodice with a square neck, puff short sleeves, ruffle shoulders, and gold-tone rickrack trim. Channel your inner royalty by grabbing this dress! view ON target 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

Is it possible to DoorDash food from a Disney World restaurant? Chicken Tikka Naan Pizza Have you ever been sitting at home or in your hotel room, wishing you had a meal from Disney World, but just didn’t want to go get it? We’ve always wondered if it’s possible to order food from a restaurant on Disney World property and get it delivered to you. We’re here to tell you if you can, and if so, where you can order from! If you’ve been wondering if you can DoorDash or Uber Eats from a Disney World restaurant, the answer is YES! You can actually get food from Disney World property delivered to you. However, DoorDash is only available from two restaurants across Disney World property as of writing. Pinocchio Village Haus The first restaurant at Disney World you can get food delivered from is Earl of Sandwich at Disney Springs. It makes sense that you wouldn’t be able to DoorDash from any of the four parks or the Disney World Resort hotels, but we were surprised that there weren’t many restaurants at Disney Springs that offer delivery service. Earl of Sandwich The second restaurant you can DoorDash from is eet by Maneet Chauhan. You’ll be able to order Earl of Sandwich and eet by Maneet Chauhan to be delivered to your home if you’re a local, but did you know that you can get food delivered to the Disney World hotel you’re staying in? eet by Maneet Chauhan You’ll want to call down to the lobby to ask what the best way is to have food delivered to whichever resort you’re at. Each Disney resort might have a different process for where they will hold your food or if they have the availability to store it in the refrigerator. In our experience, meeting your Dasher in the lobby is the easiest way to avoid confusion or worse, lost food. Contemporary rooms When you’re logged in to the DoorDash app, type in the hotel’s full address. Make sure to use the address provided by a Cast Member at the front desk. Also, make sure NOT to type in your hotel room number. DoorDash drivers will not deliver to your hotel room door. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa If you are feeling a delicious meal from Earl of Sandwich, you’ll find it on the DoorDash map on Disney World property. You can also put in the Disney Springs location’s address in the search bar. It’s pretty cool to know that there is something at Disney World you can have delivered to you, without dealing with the driving and parking that comes with getting to Disney Springs. Earl of Sandwich If you’re ever looking for tips and tricks around Disney World, we’ve got you covered. Make sure to follow us at the Disney Food Blog for it all! We Are FREAKING OUT Over This NEW Look at Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge Hotel 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 DoorDash while staying at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

I write about and visit the Disney World parks for my job, and I STILL made some mistakes on my recent family trip. We always share our wrongdoings with you, so YOU don’t make the same mistakes! Beaches & Cream Soda Shop Disney World is constantly changing, and your “foolproof” strategies might not work depending on when you’re going, who you’re traveling with, and other factors like weather or crowd levels. I followed one of our expert dining tips during my trip, and it kept backfiring on me! Here at DFB, Disney World dining is kind of our thing, and we’ve mastered the tricks of the trade. One thing that we warn folks about constantly is overbooking dining for your vacation. It can be tempting to reserve every meal in advance, but table service meals are time-consuming, pricey, and you never know when you may need to change your park plans last-minute. We often suggest that you should just make a few key dining reservations (the ones you want the most) and then be a bit more flexible when you’re in the parks. With offerings like Mobile Order and the Walk-Up Waitlist in the My Disney Experience app, this is often a good strategy! Totchos from Woody’s Lunch Box However, I followed this tip for my last vacation, and it turned out to be a problem. I was taking my toddler, my husband, and my parents along with me, so I thought it would be nice to build in some flexibility to my week-long trip. I made two reservations in advance and figured we’d just eat quick service, do EPCOT festival booths, and make use of the Walk-Up Waitlist for any other meals. Well, that bit me in the butt…TWICE. The EPCOT Food and Wine Festival The first problem came on Wednesday, when we transferred hotels. The plan was to move to the BoardWalk midday and then snag a last-minute reservation or use the waitlist to dine in the EPCOT Resort area. It took a while to get into our room and get our luggage, and by the time we wrapped up, the dinner rush was in full swing. All of the Walk-Up Waitlist options in my area were completely full for a party of five, with no reservations available until after bedtime. We ended up snagging quick eats from a few different places at the BoardWalk and eating outside at a table until rain rolled through. I wanted the day to be flexible since it was a resort day, but I could’ve made a more solid plan. ©Disney The other problem came on our Hollywood Studios day. We had a lot of must-do rides, and I didn’t want to book a dining reservation that would interfere with any of our Lightning Lanes. I had hoped to use the Walk-Up Waitlist for either The Hollywood Brown Derby or The Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge (I was craving a delicious Cobb Salad), and that completely fell through. There was no lounge availability for a party of five, and the restaurant was ONLY operating on dining reservations the day of our visit. We ended up Mobile Ordering from ABC Commissary, which was still delicious, but we lost half an hour when we were scrambling around to make a plan. Cobb Salad After these two experiences, I learned my lesson! I had one more dining slot open for the week — breakfast on Saturday morning. I went ahead and started looking for available reservations two days before and was able to snag us one for Topolino’s Terrace. My son loved meeting Mickey and friends, and we had a really yummy meal. Mickey at Topolino’s Terrace character breakfast Basically, I was trying to be flexible all week and keep our schedule open while traveling with an unpredictable toddler, but I would’ve saved some time avoiding indecision purgatory if I’d just made plans ahead of time. Also, the Walk-Up Waitlist is a wonderful invention, but it might not be as easy to use if you’re traveling with a party greater than four people. In that case, make the reservations! ©Disney So, don’t make the same mistakes as me and book those reservations! You can always cancel them up to two hours before your reservation time. For more tips on how to make the most out of your Disney World vacation, subscribe to our newsletter and our YouTube channel! Former Cast Members Reveal Tips for Making Dining Reservations 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 best tip for making dining reservations? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Hoo-Hoo! Big summer blowout – Frozen Fan Fest is back and cooler than ever before. We’re opening the gates and so excited to celebrate the world of Disney’s Frozen again. This month, we’re bringing a flurry of products, content, and experiences that invite everyone to celebrate the magic of Arendelle. New Animated Short for Frozen Fan Fest Kicking off the celebration, we have a brand-new Disney Off the Page Adventures story. Inspired by the world of Disney Frozen, it debuts on Disney Kids YouTube this month. The Night Before the Royal Fitting is an original tale presented in a storybook-style animation that follows Anna after her engagement as she and Elsa prepare for a special occasion in Arendelle. Stay tuned for more Frozen adventures ahead when Frozen 3 arrives in theaters in November 2027. If all this has you excited for what’s to come, the new product inspired by this new story can help bring the magic of Frozen into your home. Inspired by Disney Frozen and The Night Before the Royal Fitting short-form video, little snowgies can play out cozy bedtime stories with this Disney Frozen Slumber Sister Set featuring Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and 14 bedtime-inspired accessories. Frozen Toys, Apparel, and Accessories Kids can unleash their imagination with the Singing “Ice Powers” Elsa Doll. This enchanting Elsa doll uses her ice powers to create shimmering icy adventures, including the special moment when Elsa builds her friend Olaf! Or if they’re looking to revisit another iconic Elsa moment, the Frozen Snow Queen Elsa Outfit allows kids to recreate the moment that Elsa discovers she is the Fifth spirit. Answer the call and imagine joining Anna, Elsa, and Olaf on thrilling adventures with the Icy Magic Phone, part of the Icy Magic Collection! This play phone magically lights up and features icy sounds & realistic phone sounds. Find all the cuddles with the Frozen Anna Cuddle & Care Set with Bitty Baby. Now Bitty Baby and your little one can share an Anna-inspired playdate with this 10-piece Cuddle & Care playset. You can’t mention Anna without mentioning Elsa; there’s a Frozen Elsa Cuddle & Care Set with Bitty Baby that brings even more Frozen fun to your kids’ next playdate. Create icy fun creations with ZURU Slime Mart Disney Shopping Basket! This creative DIY experience is packed with magical slime fun. The basket contains colorful slime compounds and themed accessories that you can mix, mold, and decorate to create realistic, icy, and squishy Frozen-inspired cakes. Imagine your favorite snowman is coming home for the holidays! This festive Olaf plush features numbered countdown pockets and a Sven-inspired marker, making it a fun, interactive way to come together and celebrate the holiday season with Disney Store.com. Step into the story with the Anna and Elsa Arendelle Castle Micro Play Set, a fully sculpted micro figurine set in a highly detailed cottage play set, with film-inspired furniture and accessories found at DisneyStore.com. Building friends has never been more fun than with LEGO Olaf and Bruni’s Picnic Fun. This set includes 2 LEGO characters, Olaf and Bruni, and a colorful picnic blanket where they can sit, as well as other accessories. After playtime, the blanket, Olaf, and Bruni can be set up as a Frozen décor display, ready for future adventures. Imagine leading your kids into the World of Frozen with these Adidas Cleats. Inspired by Elsa, Anna, and the kingdom of Arendelle, the cleats, releasing this month on Adidas.com and select retailers, bring the coolest flair to any field. Amazon’s Merch on Demand is celebrating Frozen Fan Fest, too! Featuring artwork inspired by the Walt Disney Animation Studios short, Once Upon a Snowman, the Expressions of Olaf design is going to be one worth melting for. If you’re feeling more royal, this Elsa Fifth Spirit Snowflake T-Shirt showcases the multiple elements in the beautiful Snowflake design. Available in multiple colors, sizes, and apparel styles, these customizable designs let you create a look that’s uniquely yours. Plus, with fast shipping, your next Frozen favorite could be on its way in no time. You can find even more Frozen tees here. Dream of a wintry wonderland in the Frozen Sleepwear Set with snowflake pattern and curly lettuce-edge trims. Just like sisters Anna and Elsa, the short-sleeved top and coordinating pants from DisneyStore.com are a perfect match. Speaking of fun adventures, dive into another fun story with Disney Frozen: A Royal Sleepover, where Anna, Elsa, and Olaf are at a magical sleepover with games, scary stories, and unexpected visitors. Celebrate everything special about Frozen with I am Elsa by Little Golden Book. Read about favorite heroine Elsa, her sister Anna, as well as Kristoff, Sven, and Olaf, featured in gorgeous retro-style illustrations. World of Frozen at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort and Disneyland Paris Step into Arendelle at World of Frozen in Hong Kong Disneyland and Disneyland Paris, and bring a little piece of the kingdom home with you. Capture the music and magic of your visit with charming mini music boxes available exclusively at Hong Kong Disneyland, or add some favorite Frozen friends to your collection with mini figurines, available at both parks. At Disneyland Paris, celebrate the Snowflake Festival with a selection of exclusive merchandise. Looking for another way to remember your adventures? Pick up a postcard featuring artwork inspired by the world of Arendelle, with designs exclusive to each destination and mail it right from Arendelle using the mailboxes found within World of Frozen at both resorts. As you can see, there are so many ways that you can celebrate Frozen Fan Fest this month and keep the excitement going for what’s to come in 2027. Stay tuned to Disney Parks Blog for more snow-filled adventures coming soon. Directors Guide to World of Frozen at Disneyland Paris READ MORE Step Up to the Plate with Disney Baseball Jerseys READ MORE Everything You Need to Know About World of Frozen in Paris READ MORE The post Celebrate the Return of Frozen Fan Fest appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

It was only a matter of time till this popular video game franchise was brought to life, and it’s coming in a BIG way! ©Chessington World of Adventure The world’s first-ever Minecraft hotel is coming to Chessington World of Adventures with 69 themed rooms, Nether Portal-inspired lifts, mine tunnel corridors, and so much more. We’re super excited about the concept art that was dropped recently, and we’re sharing it all with you. The new Minecraft hotel coming to Chessington World of Adventures in the United Kingdom will be the first one the world has ever seen. It will have a total of 69 themed rooms, Nether Portal-inspired lifts, mine tunnel corridors, an underwater restaurant, and even a Woodland Mansion-themed bar. It’s going to feel like you’re exploring your own Minecraft world in person. ©Chessington World of Adventure We can expect to see the new Minecraft hotel arrive in 2027, although there is no official date announced yet. ©Chessington World of Adventure As if that wasn’t enough for us Minecraft fans, the new hotel will be a part of something so much bigger. That being the new Minecraft World! The Minecraft World will have Minecraft-themed attractions and will feature the world’s first-ever Minecraft rollercoaster called Escape the Nether. ©Chessington World of Adventure Minecraft World is expected to open next year with the hotel, and Merlin Entertainments and Mojang Studios are involved. So, we already know it’s going to feel authentic and immersive. ©Chessington World of Adventure 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 guess it’s time to start putting money aside for next year, because we now know what’s next on the bucket list. For more theme park news and updates, make sure to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog! Six Flags Is Permanently Closing X2 Roller Coaster 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 are your thoughts on the Minecraft hotel? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Disney is FINALLY building its first new hotel since Disney’s Riviera Resort opened in 2019. The new hotel is called Lakeshore Lodge and is currently being constructed on the space that was once Disney’s River Country. The hotel is set to open in 2027, and reservations will open on October 8th. Lakeshore Lodge Ahead of that booking date, though, Disney has been dropping all kinds of new details about the new hotel, which is themed around “the beauty and magic of nature as seen through the eyes of Disney artists and storytellers.” Well, Disney just dropped a NEW look at the hotel’s lobby AND lounge, and we just HAD to share it with you. Disney revealed a new piece of concept art of the lobby showing its floor-to-ceiling windows, so that guests will always feel as if they’re surrounded by nature. The lobby takes inspiration from Pocahontas, and even has a fiberoptic river that will illuminate the lobby floor and flow around a custom bronze centerpiece. Okay, we have just one word: WOW. You’ll also spot some familiar friends from Disney animation, as well as a blown glass Colors of the Wind sculpture that has “hundreds of suspended glass leaves” so that the space has movement and color. And Disney magic, of course. ©Disney What’s a hotel lobby without a lounge, though? The lounge in this hotel lobby will be called Branch & Brush, offering handcrafted cocktails and amazing views of Bay Lake. But what’s most impressive about this lounge is that it’s inspired by the changing seasons, so it will have “rich colors, natural textures, and an enchanting collection of artwork.” At its heart is a color-changing chandelier…yes, a COLOR-CHANGING CHANDELIER that will bring all four seasons to life while you’re enjoying a drink in the lounge. ©Disney Simply gorgeous, right? Well, if you want to book a stay at this hotel, you don’t have much longer to wait. Bookings open up for Disney Vacation Club members on October 6th, for Disney World Annual Passholders on October 7th, and for everyone else on October 8th. We have a feeling this hotel is going to fill up fast for its opening week, so you’ll want to grab those reservations ASAP! We’ll keep an eye out for more Disney World news, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Everything We Know About Disney World’s Newest Hotel — Lakeshore Lodge 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 Lakeshore Lodge so far? Will you be booking a stay there? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Disneyland is going through a LOT right now, with construction happening all throughout the resort. A new Coco ride and Avatar Land are coming to Disney California Adventure. Avengers Campus is getting an expansion with two new rides. Upgrades are happening at Disney’s Grand Californian Resort & Spa. Disneyland entrance Well, that’s not all. There’s also a lot of construction happening around the entrances to Disneyland, which means it’s a little harder to get INTO the resort. However, Disney recently posted a warning on its website about construction on the esplanade and how you can navigate it. Disneyland visitors will soon have to use temporary walkways surrounded by construction walls to get into the theme parks and Downtown Disney as a result of construction that will build a new pedestrian bridge over Harbor Boulevard. So entering the parks will be changing very soon and could change often while construction work is being done. Disneyland Esplanade Disney has already destroyed the ticket booths on the east Esplanade, while the East Security screening area temporarily shifts to that area. The ticket booths have been demolished The Toy Story parking lot shuttle bus drop-off and pick-up area is also changing. It will move slightly north and closer to Harbor Boulevard. Meanwhile, the Downtown Disney rideshare area has been refreshed, while selected transportation and pick-up and drop-off locations have been relocated nearby. Disneyland parking lot The new pedestrian bridge will connect the Disneyland esplanade with a new parking structure, transportation hub, and security screening area on what is now a Cast Member parking lot. A permanent security checkpoint will be located under the new pedestrian bridge once construction is completed. This is the first and one of the biggest steps in the $1.9 billion DisneylandForward expansion. ©Disney Construction work on the bridge and esplanade is expected to be completed in 2028 in time for the Avengers Campus expansion opening and the Los Angeles Summer Olympics. However, Disney has not yet officially announced an opening timeline. If you’ll be visiting Disneyland soon, you may want to give yourself additional time to get into the parks, especially if you’re staying off-property. We’ll keep an eye out for more Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for more. You’ve Definitely Taken a Photo Here at Disneyland, and Its Story Is Weirder Than You Think 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 Will this construction impact your upcoming Disneyland trip? Share your thoughts in the comments! View the full article

Gen X has entered a very specific era of Disney World vacationing. This is the generation that survived latchkey childhoods, drank from garden hoses, figured out how to make plans without group texts, and somehow programmed VCRs using hieroglyphic instructions. Scrooge McDuck Now they’re coming to Disney World with reading glasses, retirement accounts, very strong opinions about noise levels, and absolutely no desire to spend 40 minutes circling a restaurant with a tray looking for an empty table. But what do they also have? They also have opinions on the restaurants available to them during their vacation. Born between 1965 and 1980, Gen X is roughly 46 to 61 years old in 2026. They’re also smack in one of adulthood’s more expensive chapters. Retirement is getting closer, while plenty are still helping kids, worrying about aging parents, or doing both at once. That changes the Disney dining budget flexibility. ©Disney Gen X remembers when a Disney vacation didn’t require apps, a portable battery, a spreadsheet, and the reflexes of a competitive gamer. They’re independent and skeptical. They appreciate something good without needing it to be “an experience.” And after decades of working, parenting, caregiving, and hearing every appliance in America start beeping at them, they would sometimes just like to sit down somewhere quiet. Grandpa We polled some of our resident Gen Xers about the Disney World restaurants they’re loving right now. The answers were consistent. Good food, good value, nostalgia, fewer hoops, and, emphatically, booze. The Unwritten Packing Rules Gen X Is Following in Disney World Cape May Cafe Character dining can get intense. Some character breakfasts feel like organized chaos — Mickey is making the rounds, somebody’s kid is melting down over breakfast potatoes, and a family of 12 is trying to wrangle everyone into the same photo before Donald wanders off. Cape May Cafe at Disney’s Beach Club Resort feels a little different. Donald Duck at Cape May Cafe Minnie’s Beach Bash Breakfast still gives you the classic Disney character breakfast experience, complete with Minnie Mouse and friends, but the whole thing tends to feel more relaxed than some of Disney World’s blockbuster character meals. That’s appealing to Gen X. The prettiest breakfast plate you ever did see! This generation does not necessarily need to secure the hardest reservation on property just because TikTok told everybody else to get it. Cape May Cafe delivers characters, Mickey waffles, coffee, and a calmer start to the morning. One of our Gen Xers specifically called out the fact that reservations tend to be easier to snag. Which means fewer alarms set for an obscene hour just to book breakfast. They’ve been waking up early for work since 1987. Enough. Cape May Cafe Review: We Ate TWO Meals in One Day at Cape May Cafe in Disney World, and We’re Not Mad About It. Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria Remember that part about retirement? Yeah, now the phrase “we could just split a pizza” hits differently. Via Napoli in EPCOT’s Italy pavilion has long been one of our favorite places for pizza, and it’s even more useful when you’re traveling with a group and don’t want everyone ordering a full entree. Prosciutto e Melone pizza at Via Napoli Via Napoli serves Italian dishes including pizzas from its wood-burning ovens, but the real appeal for our Gen X crew is the math. A big pizza shared around the table can make much more sense than ordering multiple individual entrees. “MEZZO SIZE, please!” Gen X understands this because they have reached the age when the words “catch-up contribution” appear in financial conversations. They would still like to go to Disney World and want to enjoy a solid dining experience. They would also like to stop working… eventually. And there’s something deeply recognizable about Gen X refusing to pay more simply because you technically could. This is the generation that kept empty Cool Whip containers because those were now Tupperware. Wood-burning “Volcano” Ovens at Via Napoli The Two Best Things To Order at Via Napoli in EPCOT Casey’s Corner Casey’s Corner doesn’t need to reinvent itself. In fact, please don’t. The Magic Kingdom staple still serves the sort of baseball-park food that has fueled Disney vacations for decades, including hot dogs, mini corn dogs, and fries. For Gen X, though, the food is only half of it. This one is memory. Have you ever seen something so beautiful? A lot of today’s Gen X Disney fans first visited Magic Kingdom as kids, and Casey’s still feels closely tied to that version of the park. It sits right at the end of Main Street, U.S.A., with the smell of hot dogs in the air, the piano playing outside, and Cinderella Castle looming just beyond it all. For a minute, you’re eight years old again, long before anyone had ever uttered the words “virtual queue.” That kind of nostalgia hits Gen X especially hard because so much of the world they grew up with has changed or disappeared completely. Shopping malls aren’t what they were, MTV definitely isn’t what it was, video stores are gone, and even the McDonald’s PlayPlace has lost some of its former glory. Casey’s Corner But you can still walk down Main Street, grab something from Casey’s, and find a little thread connecting this Disney trip to one you took decades ago. Lunch doesn’t need to be innovative. REVIEW: We Ate EVERYTHING at Casey’s Corner in Disney World The Hollywood Brown Derby At some point, Disney dining priorities shift. You still want a good meal, but you also want to sit down somewhere comfortable, order a proper cocktail, and hear the person across the table without leaning in like you’re sharing classified information. That is where The Hollywood Brown Derby comes in. The Hollywood Brown Derby The restaurant has plenty of nostalgia, but it’s a different flavor than Casey’s Corner. Brown Derby taps into old-school Hollywood, with dark wood, caricatures lining the walls, white tablecloths, and a menu that still includes the famous Cobb Salad inspired by the original Hollywood Brown Derby recipe. Cobb Salad For Gen X, though, a big part of the appeal is that it feels like a retreat from the park outside. Disney World can be loud, crowded, and over-stimulating, so stepping into a restaurant that feels a little more polished and removed from all of that can be surprisingly restorative. And Gen X has earned the right to appreciate a quiet dining room. This is a generation that has spent decades sitting through school concerts, youth sports, office meetings, birthday parties, airport delays, and every other noisy obligation adulthood can manufacture. At Disney World, a comfortable chair, a decent steak, and a cocktail served without a side of sensory overload start to feel downright luxurious. Brown Derby Brown Derby doesn’t need to chase trends or build dinner around a gimmick. It’s established, comfortable, and a little old-fashioned in the best way. For Gen X, is an island of sanctuary and inner-peace in an ocean of over-stimulation and thrill rides. The Best Thing I Ate All Week in Disney World Was At Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge. Jiko I can’t write a post about “favorite restaurants” and NOT mention Jiko. It’s quiet, elegant, a little under the radar, and should definitely make the list of anyone visiting Disney World (Gen Xer or not!) Jiko Jiko at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is one of Disney World’s Signature Dining restaurants, with African-inspired dishes, an impressive South African wine list, and the kind of atmosphere that feels special without turning dinner into a production. And that may be exactly why it works so well for Gen X. Jiko Wine Selection There’s no sense that you’re racing the rest of the internet to get there before the next viral menu item disappears. You don’t need to order something because everybody on social media is holding it up to a camera. Jiko is simply a really good restaurant, tucked away at a resort that rewards people who already know where they want to go. By this point, Gen X has spent enough years being marketed to, upsold, trend-chased, and told what they absolutely need to try. If they’ve found a restaurant with great food, a quieter dining room, good wine, and an atmosphere they actually enjoy, they’re not abandoning it because something newer opened across the property last Tuesday. Yum! They know what they like. Jiko delivers it. Reservation hype can carry on without them. My Official Love Letter to Jiko in Disney World Regal Eagle Smokehouse Gen X grew up with The Muppets. This creates certain obligations. Regal Eagle Smokehouse in EPCOT is themed around Sam Eagle’s distinctly over-the-top salute to American barbecue, and yes, we understand that the Muppet theming here is more restrained than having Kermit personally deliver your brisket. Doesn’t matter. A Muppet is involved. Gen X reports for duty. A Sam Eagle Reference Regal Eagle serves barbecue inspired by regional styles from around the country, with plenty of sauces, beer, cider, and cocktails to round things out. The food is solid, the location is easy, and Sam Eagle presides over the whole operation with exactly the kind of stern patriotic disapproval we’ve come to expect from him. All the eats! The only problem is that the dining room can get crowded. This presents Gen X with one of its greatest natural predators: Find-a-table roulette. Ordinarily, this generation would take one look at the chaos, mutter something under its breath, and leave. But it’s The Muppets, so they’ll endure. They’ll guard a table while someone else gets the food. They’ll stare down anybody approaching a vacant chair. They’ll establish a defensive perimeter around the condiment station if required. Crowds during lunch Gen X spent entire childhood summers outside with no adult supervision; they can handle this. For Sam. The BEST $20 You’ll Spend at Regal Eagle in Disney World Literally Any Lounge And then one of our bold Gen Xers entered the chat. Her contribution to this discussion was so perfectly on brand that it needed almost no editing: “Some of us (points to self) are coping with the general decline of humanity with booze, soooo… [INSERT ANY LOUNGE HERE].” Orange-spiced Sangria That may be the Gen X Disney dining manifesto in one sentence. Give them a lounge. Tambu Lounge, Territory Lounge, Nomad Lounge, Enchanted Rose, Dahlia Lounge, Crew’s Cup, AbracadaBar. The specific choice almost doesn’t matter. What matters is finding a comfortable chair, ordering something decent to eat, and having a drink without turning the whole thing into an event. The most relaxing atmosphere That is a very appealing proposition for a generation that has spent most of its adult life managing schedules, careers, kids, parents, bills, group chats, and whatever else is demanding attention before breakfast. Sometimes the luxury isn’t a hard-to-get reservation. Sometimes it’s sitting in a dimly lit room with a cocktail and nobody asking you to pose for a photo. Brulee Banana Highball And Disney World has officially added another option to the rotation. Hurly-Burly opened at Disney’s BoardWalk TODAY, October 1st, with light bites, specialty drinks, and entertainment taking over the former Jellyrolls space. Families can stop by during the afternoon, but after 9PM, the venue shifts to 21-and-up with live music. Hurly-Burly Which sounds almost tailor-made for Gen X. Spend the day being responsible, walking EPCOT, keeping track of everyone, and maybe answering the work email you absolutely should have ignored. Then 9PM hits, the under-21 crowd clears out, the music starts, and somebody puts a cocktail in your hand. Now we’re talking. The SECRET to Getting Into the Most Popular Disney World Lounges and Bars Gen X Knows What It Wants Gen X has a pretty clear pattern for dining at Disney World, and it has less to do with chasing whatever just opened than with knowing exactly what makes a meal worth their time. Full spread at Hollywood Brown Derby They want a character breakfast that doesn’t require a battle plan, a pizza that can feed the table without torching the vacation budget, and a place like Casey’s that still feels connected to the Disney World they remember growing up with. They appreciate Brown Derby and Jiko because sometimes a good meal, a comfortable chair, and a little breathing room are more appealing than another buzzy reservation everyone is scrambling to get. They’ll even put up with a crowded dining room at Regal Eagle because, well, The Muppets are involved, and some loyalties run deep. Casey’s Corner! And when they’ve had enough of crowds, mobile orders, and whatever fresh logistical puzzle Disney World has handed them that day, there’s always a lounge somewhere with a decent drink and an empty seat. Let everyone else fight over the viral reservation. Gen X already found the barstool, ordered an Old Fashioned, and muted the group chat. Stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more on Disney World and beyond! The Best Restaurants at Disney World in 2026 Read More About Disney Gen X Trends Disney Fans in Their 50s Refuse to Ride These 8 Magic Kingdom RidesGen X and Millennials Are Obsessed with Cruising Now and We Know WhyThe Loungefly EVERY Gen X’er is Wearing to Disney WorldWhat Each Generation Grabs as a Quick Magic Kingdom Snack — From Boomers to Gen ZThe Unwritten Packing Rules Gen X Is Following in 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. 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 dining locations are you planning to visit on your next Disney vacation? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

If you’re planning a trip to Disney World or anywhere else, you’ve probably seen just how high airfare prices seem to be right now. Now, airlines have a good excuse for raising prices because the cost of fuel has gone up by a lot, but even if fuel prices go down, it looks like travelers might still be stuck with higher airfares. Flying just keeps getting more expensive Well, that’s going to be even more true going into the holiday season. According to CBS News, holiday airfares this year will be the highest they’ve been in 10 years. Ouch. The average round-trip ticket price for a domestic flight during Thanksgiving week is $402, which is an increase of $95 from the same time last year. Meanwhile, round-trip domestic flights around Christmas are now averaging $452, which is $85 more than last year. That’s a pretty significant increase. American Airlines Plane Right now, tickets for domestic round-trip flights are up 31% compared to last year, mostly due to higher jet fuel costs. Months of these higher jet fuel costs due to the conflict in Iran are why Thanksgiving and Christmas airfares are reaching the highest they’ve been in a decade. The cost of jet fuel is usually around 30% of an airline’s operating costs. This is in addition to higher checked bag fees that airlines put into place earlier this year. Flying Before the Iran war began in February, jet fuel was around $99 per barrel, but since then, it has peaked at $209 in April and $195 per barrel in September. It was pretty much inevitable that airlines increased their airfare prices to compensate for the greater expense. Flying is getting pricier However, not all hope is lost because there are ways to save a little on holiday airfare. First, being flexible with your destination could save you quite a bit of money. You’ll also want to book your holiday airfare before Halloween because fares aren’t expected to drop and may increase. ©Southwest Airlines Also, consider traveling on off-peak days: for example, you may save money by flying on a Monday or Tuesday before Thanksgiving and returning on any other day than the Sunday after the holiday. If you’re traveling for Christmas, avoid traveling on December 18th, 19th, 20th, and 27th. Aim for other days to save some on your airfare. MCO Airport Security We’ll keep you updated on more travel news, so stay tuned to DFB for more. 5 Travel Essentials We’re Never Flying Without Again 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? Have you booked your holiday airfare yet? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

If you’ve ever wanted to spend time in Epic Universe without the crowds and the long lines, you need to know about Universal Orlando’s NEW after-hours event, Universal Nights. It lets you experience the park with fewer people and shorter waits. And we’ll be there for the very first night on October 3rd! Celestial Goodnight Universal Nights is Epic Universe’s first-ever special-ticketed event, and it’s proven so popular that Universal has already added MORE dates. Before we head in, here’s everything you’ll be able to do once the regular day guests head home, and what we’ll be checking out for you. Universal Nights: The Basics Universal Nights at Epic Universe is a limited-capacity, special-ticketed event that gets you into the park after hours, from 9 PM to midnight. You can enter as early as 7 PM, which gives you up to five hours in the park. It’s a lot like the After Hours events at Disney World. Celestial Park at night The event was originally announced for October 3rd and 17th. It’s now happening on five nights: Saturday, October 3rd Saturday, October 17th (SOLD OUT) Saturday, October 24th Friday, November 6th Friday, November 20th Tickets are on sale now and start at $179.99 plus tax per person. Universal Orlando Annual Passholders save 10% on tickets. Your event ticket is all you need to get in at 7 PM, so there’s no need to buy a separate daytime ticket. Just know that the event isn’t included with regular park admission, and it happens rain or shine. Celestial Park in Epic Universe EVERY Ride Is Open Universal says all attractions will be open during the event, across all five worlds. Here’s what you can ride. Stardust Racers Celestial Park Stardust Racers Constellation Carousel Super Nintendo World Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge Mine-Cart Madness Yoshi’s Adventure Power-Up Band interactive games throughout the land The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk Hiccup’s Wing Gliders Dragon Racer’s Rally Fyre Drill Dark Universe Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment Curse of the Werewolf On a regular day, headliners like Battle at the Ministry, Mine-Cart Madness, and Stardust Racers can post hours-long waits. With capacity capped, we’ll be tracking wait times all night to see how many rides you can realistically fit in. We’ll also look for the best order to tackle them. Super Nintendo World Watch Celestial Goodnight That 7 PM entry means you can catch Universal Celestial Goodnight, Epic’s nighttime spectacular, before the event officially begins. Fountains, lights, and fireworks take over Celestial Park, and it’s a pretty magical way to start the night. We’ll share where to watch and how to get to your first ride as soon as the show ends. Celestial Goodnight Unlimited FREE Snacks This is the perk we’re most excited about. Unlimited complimentary snacks are available throughout the event, including berry-flavored Celestial Popcorn and crispy Kimchi Bao in Celestial Park. We’ll be taste-testing everything to find out: Whether the free snacks are actually good Whether they’re filling enough to count as dinner Whether there are any surprise snacks beyond what’s been announced What (if anything) is worth paying extra for Epic Universe at night Free Drinks, Too You’ll get a provided cup with refills from any Coca-Cola Freestyle location, with 100+ drink choices. We’ll let you know where to find the machines and whether the lines get long. Coca- Cola Freestyle Machine Characters and Entertainment Universal has promised character meet-and-greets throughout the park, along with entertainment and streetmosphere across all five worlds. The full lineup hasn’t been revealed yet, so we’ll be hunting for every character we can find. We’ll especially be watching for anyone you can’t meet during the day. Epic Universe also has two big stage shows, The Untrainable Dragon in Isle of Berk and Le Cirque Arcanus in the Ministry of Magic. We’ll report back on whether they’re running during event hours. Astrid in the Isle of Berk Passholder Perks On top of the 10% ticket discount, Premier Passholders save 15% and Preferred Passholders save 10% on food and merchandise at the event. We’ll be on the lookout for any event-exclusive merch worth using that discount on. Nintendo Superstar Store in Celestial Park So… Is It Worth $180? That’s the big question, and we’re going to answer it. We’ll compare Universal Nights to Disney’s After Hours events and give you our honest verdict on whether it’s worth the splurge or whether you’re better off with a regular park day. Celestial Park at night We’ll be in Epic Universe on October 3rd with wait times, snack reviews, character sightings, merch finds, and our final verdict. Don’t miss it, be sure to sign up for the DFB newsletter to get our full coverage straight to your inbox. Read more: DFB's complete guide to Universal’s Epic Universe >> Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you going to Universal Nights at Epic Universe? What do you want us to check out? Let us know in the comments! View the full article