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Paella lovers, we have a great event para ti! Jaleo by Jose Andres, located at Disney Springs, is hosting a Paella Block Party on Saturday, March 21t to celebrate their one-year anniversary at Disney Springs. During this block party, you will have the chance to sample four different festival paellas and enjoy unlimited tapas, including Jaleo’s signature cones, gazpacho shooters, chicken croquetas, and chistorra envuelta en patata frita (spicy chorizo wrapped in crispy potato). The all-inclusive ticket to this event also includes Spanish wines, sangria, cocktails, and oysters “gin and tonic.” The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and it includes amazing entertainment for all in the family to enjoy like traditional Flamenco dancers, a Porrón contest, a live DJ, photo opportunities and más! The tickets start at $55 for general admission (alcohol not included) and the all-inclusive option tickets start at $99. Kids 10 and younger can attend for free. You can get your tickets for the Paella Block Party here! Jaleo by Chef José Andrés opened a year ago at Disney Springs, celebrating traditional comida española. The fifth and largest Jaleo location in the U.S., the first in Florida showcases the rich regional diversity of traditional and contemporary Spanish cuisine with an extensive offering of tapas, paellas, sangrias, and a selection of Spanish wines. Jaleo by José Andrés is open for lunch and dinner. Pepe by José Andrés, adjacent to the entrance of the main restaurant, is also open for lunch and dinner. View the full article

After waking up at the crack of dawn to grab a Boarding Pass to Rise of the Resistance, you’re going to need a good breakfast to get you through the day! Ronto Wrap And, even though we LOVE the Ronto Wrap in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Disney’s Hollywood Studios is rolling out some new options to get your morning started! The Milk Stand, which is home to the Blue and Green Milk we’ve told you guys about before, will be offering BREAKFAST (!!!) to Batuu travelers. Milk Stand in Disney World The quick-stop location will be serving the Green Milk Bread Pudding (let that idea sink in…). Traditional Green Milk and Blue Milk They will also be serving the Wamba Yogurt Cup made with plant-based coconut milk yogurt, green milk, and seasonal fruit. The stand will also serve the Saka Farm Egg Bite, which will come with spicy tomato sauce, crumbled feta, and garlic bread crumbs. (We wonder if it will be round like the egg from Bright Suns Morning dish!) Bright Suns Morning And, if you’re looking to add a little kick to your morning, the Milk Stand will also be pouring up the boozy Blue and Green Milk in the AM. Ya know, as a treat while you wait for your Boarding Group to be called! Green and Blue Milk Coolers Here’s a look at the menu with prices! Milk Stand Breakfast Menu We have to admit, it’s hard to imagine green bread pudding, but we still can’t WAIT to try all of these new breakfast options in Galaxy’s Edge! And, afterward, maybe we’ll even get a crew together to try out “Chewie Mode” on Smugglers Run! We will be sure to keep you posted when we spot these items in the park and we’ll be back with a FULL review! Will you be heading to the Milk Stand for breakfast soon? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Banshee or Millennium Falcon? Is Disney World’s Pandora STILL More Popular Than Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge? What’s New at Hollywood Studios — An AristoCats Dress, A Wookiee Cookie, and The Rise of Skywalker EVERYTHING! What’s New at Hollywood Studios! Black Spire Hot Chocolate; Roundup Rodeo BBQ Progress; and Your Disney Foodie Dream Merchandise! View the full article

Looking to get away on Disney Cruises in 2021? We recently covered the announcement of the 2021 summer itinerary lineup, with ports of call in Greece, Sweden, and Norway! The general public can book starting February 28, but platinum members can book their 2021 cruises right NOW! ©Disney Cruise Line Sailing to Alaska Now, you can add even more magic to your vacation itinerary because two exciting Adventures by Disney packages were just announced. Looking to make the most of your time on land and at sea? The Premium Cruise Package is a new option for select 2021 itineraries for Alaska Cruises as well as Northern Europe and the Mediterranean! Adventures by Disney The Premium Cruise Package includes expert Adventure Guides onboard as well as at port. When exploring on land, the Adventure Guides can provide one-of-a-kind activities and excursions to truly enhance your time at the ports of call. Onboard, Adventures by Disney will host exclusive events such as talkbacks with Walt Disney Theater Cast Members, in addition to a behind-the-scenes costume and prop activity! Disney Wonder ©Disney The second package option is for those booking European cruises in 2021. You can now add a pre-cruise Adventures by Disney vacation! These two- to three-night trips include excursions in London, Barcelona, and Copenhagen. Activities will include a complete immersion in the arts, cuisine, and culture of each city! Take a closer look at the summer 2021 itineraries here! Have you been on a Disney Cruise before? Have you done Adventures by Disney? How about both?! Tell us all about it in the comments! Related posts: Disney Cruise Line Bookings for Summer 2020 Sailings OPEN SOON! Disney Cruise Line Has Just Announced Ports of Call in Greece, Sweden, and Norway For Summer of 2021! Disney Cruise Line Itineraries (Including New Orleans and Hawaii!) Released for 2020! Here’s How To Get a $100 On Board Credit! View the full article

Today is an exciting day! The DFB Guide to the 2020 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival is HERE and we can’t wait for you to read it! DFB Guide to the 2020 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival This DFB Guide for the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival is FULL of everything you need to plan your perfect visit this Spring! And, right now you can get the guide for a discounted price with our promo code SPRING. Order your copy of the DFB Guide to the 2020 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival now! Use promo code SPRING to save $2 off the cover price! The 2020 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival kicks off March 4 and runs until June 1! Epcot Flower and Garden Festival The Festival is an absolute highlight of Spring in Walt Disney World, and has been since it began in 1994. In addition to the character topiaries and flowers throughout Epcot, you can also enjoy all of the Outdoor Kitchens this year — which are similar to the food booths at the Epcot Food and Wine Festival and feature delicious small plates that allow you to taste fresh flavors from the garden. La Vie en Rose Frozen Slushy The Flower and Garden Festival also features the Garden Rocks Concert Series, Special Events and Tours, and more! With all this fun and food you need a guide to help you plan your visit – and the DFB Guide to the 2020 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival fits the bill! What’s In the DFB Guide to the 2020 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival In this fully-updated Guide you’ll find: In-depth descriptions, prices, dates, and times of events, tours, and tasting options at the Festival Full booth menus and food photos for ALL the Outdoor Kitchens What’s NEW at this year’s Festival Details about how to book and pay for events and tours Where to use your Disney Dining Plan snack credits at the Festival A full, daily schedule of events for every single day of the Festival The most popular events and food items at the Festival, and how to experience them Our updated Flower and Garden Festival FAQ section And more! Orange Bird Sipper Bonus Items in the DFB Guide to the 2020 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival The 2020 DFB Guide to the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival also has some fun bonus items that are EXCLUSIVE to the DFB including: Customized touring strategies for the Festival Indexes of food, wine, beer, hard cider, wine, cocktails, and more A fun playlist of songs from the Garden Rocks Concert Series performers Booth Crawls And more! Order the DFB Guide to the 2020 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival now and save with promo code SPRING! The Guide is the BEST tool for planning your visit to the Festival no matter if you’re going for just one day or for a full week or longer! Use the Guide to plan what food to eat, what Special Events to attend, and more! Get MORE for LESS! Save with the Everything Bundle! We have even bigger savings on our Everything Bundle today too! This bundle has, well, EVERYTHING in it – all seven of the DFB Guides including the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, the DFB Guide to the 2020 Epcot Food and Wine Festival pre-order (plus a free, instant download of the 2019 edition), the DFB Guide to the 2020 Walt Disney World Holidays pre-order (and a free, instant download of the 2019 edition), all three Snack Guides, and the fully-updated DFB Guide to the 2020 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival! Get the Everything Bundle! And right now you can save 40% off the already super-discounted price of the Everything Bundle with promo code BUNDLE40! As always, we’ve made this guide instantly downloadable for your convenience, and easily installed on your mobile devices. It’s a PDF guide with ​200+ pages of detailed information about the Festival as well as hundreds of photographs and customized bonus items to help you get the best experience possible. ​​​​​​​ This guide is guaranteed to help you better plan a rewarding Flower & Garden Festival tour, or your money back! Whether this is your first festival or your 27th, you’ll appreciate knowing what you are getting before spending time and vacation dollars. With a 100% money-back guarantee on all of our guides, you have nothing to lose, ever! As always, we thank you for your support of Disney Food Blog. We couldn’t do this without you! Related posts: News! FULL FOOD BOOTH MENUS for the 2020 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival! It’s HERE! The DFB Guide to the 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival e-Book FINAL EDITION! Grand Launch and Discount! The DFB Guide to Epcot Snacks e-Book, 2019 Edition View the full article

We didn’t think we’d be hearing any bigger news than Disney CEO Bob Iger stepping down today! Spaceship Earth But that was before Disney just announced the DATE Spaceship Earth (as we know it!) will be CLOSING! Disney has just released a statement that they’ll begin reimagining the iconic Epcot attraction starting on May 26th, 2020. Spaceship Earth Disney went on to say, “this means Spaceship Earth in its current form will close for a time starting that day.” Spaceship Earth There weren’t very many additional details released about Spaceship Earth’s transformation that we didn’t know already, EXCEPT for this new artist’s rendering of the Eygpt portion of the classic ride! According to Disney, “You’ll visit Egypt, which is part of the current version of the attraction, but it will be an Egypt like you’ve never seen before, transformed through the power of light.” ©Disney Click here to read everything we know so far about Spaceship Earth’s refurbishment! Disney also said, “Throughout the attraction, you’ll hear new narration and see how light plays a central role in our shared human journey, coming to life in dynamic ways in a celebration of the magic that’s possible when we all come together.” This is similar to the statements Bob Chapek, Disney’s new as-of-today CEO, made during last year’s D23 Expo. Our Shared Story Wall We’ll keep following this story and let you know of any new Spaceship Earth details as soon as they’re released. In the meantime, we hope you get to ride this classic attraction before it closes on May 26th! Are you going to miss the old version of Spaceship Earth? Let us know how you feel about Spaceship Earth being reimagined in the comments below! Related posts: Warning: Spaceship Earth Is Closing…And We Finally Have Some Answers To Our Questions! NEWS! Epcot’s Entrance Is Lookin’ A WHOLE Lot Better in Disney World Here’s How Epcot Made Its Attractions Even BETTER Today! View the full article

Spaceship Earth is more than just the physical icon of EPCOT – it’s a symbol of how the park continues to evolve. The attraction is a crucial piece of the historic transformation already underway at EPCOT, and our team here at Walt Disney Imagineering is excited to start implementing our new vision for Spaceship Earth beginning May 26. This means Spaceship Earth in its current form will close for a time starting that day, and the ideas we are working on inside that geosphere will be well worth the wait. As we shared at last year’s D23 Expo, the next iteration of Spaceship Earth will focus on the story of humanity, following our long journey from prehistoric humans to today brought to life with magic and depth that only Disney can deliver. Many of the moments you know and love will be updated in amazing ways, blended with brand-new scenes to tell a story about our human experience. Today we’re excited to share a few additional details of what you can expect when this icon returns. You’ll visit Egypt, which is part of the current version of the attraction, but it will be an Egypt like you’ve never seen before, transformed through the power of light. Throughout the attraction, you’ll hear new narration and see how light plays a central role in our shared human journey, coming to life in dynamic ways in a celebration of the magic that’s possible when we all come together. Walt Disney once said EPCOT “would always be in a state of becoming,” and Spaceship Earth has lived up to that vision for generations. This will be the attraction’s fourth – and most ambitious – update since the park’s grand opening on Oct. 1, 1982. Stay with us here at the Disney Parks Blog as we chronicle this historic transformation – of Spaceship Earth and EPCOT as a whole – where we continue to invent the future one step at a time. View the full article

Trying to decide between an Adventures by Disney or Disney Cruise Line vacation? Why not choose both! Disney Cruise Line just announced an amazing lineup of itineraries for summer 2021, including all the ways you can enrich your cruise vacation with a variety of add-on experiences from Adventures by Disney! Whether it’s a premium cruise upgrade or an immersive city escape before the ship sets sail, these expertly tailored Adventures by Disney packages are the perfect way to create an unforgettable land-and-sea Disney cruise vacation. Premium Cruise Packages in Alaska and Europe Guests sailing on select Disney Cruise Line 2021 itineraries (Alaska, Northern Europe and the Mediterranean) can book an Adventures by Disney overlay to maximize port time, enhance onboard experiences and streamline logistics – simply relax and enjoy this enriched cruise vacation! Throughout the voyage, knowledgeable Adventure Guides provide dedicated service both onboard and in port, as they lead you on specially curated excursions, interactive activities and off-the-beaten-path adventures. Onboard the ship, enjoy unique experiences and premium amenities exclusive to Adventures by Disney, such as an intimate talkback session with Walt Disney Theatre cast members followed by a behind-the-scenes costume and prop activity. Pre-Cruise Escapes in Europe Looking to add even more adventure to your vacation? Check out the popular pre-cruise Adventures by Disney vacations in London; Barcelona, Spain; and Copenhagen, Denmark. These two- to three-night Escapes feature unforgettable experiences in iconic cities. Plus, activities like flamenco dancing, mosaic making and preparing local cuisine immerse families in the culture of each region. Talk about the ultimate vacation getaway! Bookings for these Adventures by Disney offerings open to the public on Feb. 28, 2020. For more information, visit adventuresbydisney.com or contact a travel agent. View the full article

Hey, y’all, we’re doing some resort-hopping today! We’re going to be checking out everything new at Disney’s Monorail Resorts and Wilderness Lodge Resort. Monorail in the Contemporary Resort There’s a ton of new merch to check out, so let’s just dive in! Wilderness Lodge Merchandise Update Wilderness Lodge Mercantile Spring is on the way, which means it’s almost pool season! We found a new-to-us pair of navy blue swim trunks for the guys that’s got Mickey trying to remain incognito with his sunglasses on the leg. You can grab these for yourself for $34.99. Navy blue Sunglasses Mickey swim trunks Don’t worry, ladies, you’re not left out. There’s a new one-piece blue and white striped swimsuit for you that features Minnie with sunglasses on the hip. You can sport this during spring break for $54.99. Blue and white striped Sunglasses Minnie swimsuit You can rep your Disney World love with this new lavender spirit jersey for $69.99. Lavender Disney World spirit jersey Take a closer look at this spirit jersey here! We’re planning on wearing this Ink & Paint apron all the time to inject a little bit of that Disney spice into our meals at home. You can add this to the collection for $34.99. Ink and Paint apron Check out the new Dooney and Bourke Ink & Paint Collection! Polynesian Village Merchandise Update BouTiki Ladies, you’ve got even more swimsuit selections over at Polynesian Village. There’s a new-to-us baby blue, teal, and yellow bikini top that’s covered in Minnie bows for $29.99. Minnie bows bikini top You can also get the matching bottoms for $29.99 to rock spring break Minnie style. Minnie bows bikini bottoms You can inject a little bit of the island feel into your normal pool day with this navy blue, teal, and white floral bikini top for $34.99. Hidden Mickey and Minnie floral bikini top You can also get the matching bottoms for 32.99. If you look closely, you can spot Hidden Mickey’s and Minnie Bows in the design. Hidden Mickey and Minnie floral bikini bottoms For you surfers out there, we spotted a new pair of navy blue board shorts for women for $34.99. Minnie’s hanging out in her sunglasses here, too! Navy blue Minnie board shorts Do you know your Disney ABCs? Well, you can practice with these trinket boxes for $17.99 each. ABC Disney T trinket box Check out all of the ABC Disney designs here! We also spotted a host of new necklaces that will run you $19.99 each. You can get them in white, yellow, and rose gold. Castle necklace We saw charms for the castle, a heart, a star, a key, and…an ampersand, but we’ll keep our eyes peeled for any other designs. Heart necklace Grand Floridian Construction Update The construction on the potential walkway between the Grand Floridian and the Magic Kingdom continues. We don’t know about y’all, but we’re feeling a connection in the future between these two pieces of land. Magic Kingdom walkway construction The kids’ play area next to the Beach Pool looks like it’s seeing some work done on the surfacing. We’re not sure when it’s set to re-open, but we’ll let you know as soon as it is. Grand Floridian kids pool play area construction Grand Floridian Merchandise Update M. Mouse Mercantile We found some new baby rattles featuring our two favorite mice, Mickey and Minnie, and they’re pretty adorable! Mickey baby rattle Each will cost you $14.99, but just look at those faces! They’re too cute to say no to. Minnie baby rattle Curiouser Clothiers Tommy Bahama has several new tops perfect for relaxing on an island somewhere with no cares in the world. This coral dress for $120.00 features Mickey and Minnie along with pineapples and palm trees. Tommy Bahama coral dress You can also get this sky blue sleeveless dress for $110.00. Tommy Bahama sleeveless dress Just in time for spring, this floral dress for $120.00 is making us ready to sit back on a lawn chair under the sun. Tommy Bahama navy blue floral dress Minnie’s busy practicing her hula skills on this cream shirt for $69.50. Hula Minnie cream shirt Minnie’s getting into the island spirit on this peach shirt for $69.50. Minnie peach shirt Embrace that island lifestyle, Minnie, you’ve earned it! You can rock this light blue shirt for $69.50. Light blue Minnie shirt Check out some more awesome Tommy Bahama shirts here! We’re just finding new bathing suits everywhere today. I think someone’s trying to tell us something. This teal blue one-piece suit features Minnie large and in charge with her yellow bow and her sunglasses for $49.99. Teal blue Minnie one-piece bathing suit This navy blue one-piece bathing suit for $52.99 features Minnie in shades yet again on the hip with some ruching on the sides. Navy blue one-piece bathing suit The Hidden Mickeys and Minnie Bows are back, baby! You can add this sarong to your other set for $39.99. Hidden Mickey and Minnie sarong Contemporary Resort Merchandise Update Bayview Gifts The Contemporary Resort has some more swimwear for you ladies so you can rock the pool season in style. This blue, teal, and white striped one-piece suit will run you $52.99. Minnie one-piece halter-style bathing suit This tankini spaghetti strap top for $34.99 is decked out with Minnie’s trademark polka dots. You can find Minnie herself chilling with her sunglasses on the back. Minnie polka dot tankini top You can get the navy blue bottoms to go with the top for $29.99. Navy blue Minnie bikini bottoms For the guys, you can grab this light brick Mickey shirt for $29.99. We’re digging the whole “dusting” effect on Mickey here! Light brick Mickey shirt If you need something to carry all your other merch, you can grab this Ink & Paint large backpack for $29.99, and we do mean large. The inside has lots of space for organizing your souvenirs and comes with a dedicated pocket for your tablet! Ink and Paint large backpack Did you see the cool Ink and Paint color-changing mug? The Onward merch floodgates have opened and it’s making the rounds at Disney World! Before we see the movie on March 6th, we’re stocking up on the essentials to rep it in theaters. We’ve spotted the Wilden Lightfoot plush here for $26.99. Wilden Lightfoot Plush You can also pick up this quest pack that includes figures of Ian, Barley, and Manticore for $49.99. Flip the box around and you can do activities like connect the dots and word searches based on the movie! Onward quest pack We have the power! You can start practicing your own spells with this wizard staff for $24.99. Onward wizard staff The kids can rock Barley’s motorcycle jacket from the film with this shirt for $24.99. Barley Youth Shirt Any good adventurer needs a great outfit. Your kids can set off on their own quest with this shirt for $19.99 (as long as they’re back by dinnertime). “Let the Quest Begin” shirt Check out all the sweet Onward merch here! That wraps up this look at the new happenings at the Monorail Resorts and Wilderness Lodge Resort. We’ll keep our eyes peeled for any new sightings, so come back real soon! Are you excited for Onward? Let us know down in the comments! Related posts: What’s New at the Monorail Resorts and Wilderness Lodge — The Gingerbread Castle, Cinnamon Roll Cupcake, And ALL the Christmas Stuff! The 12 Best Meals To Eat in Disney World…Without Leaving Your Hotel!! What’s New Around the Monorail Loop — Disney World’s Polynesian Village, Grand Floridian, and Contemporary Resorts! View the full article

According to CNBC, Bob Iger has JUST stepped down from his role as Disney CEO. Bob Iger Iger will be assuming a new role of executive chairman, a position he will remain in through the end of 2021. Effective immediately, Bob Chapek, who most recently served as chairman of Disney parks, as well as experiences and products, has assumed the role of CEO for Disney. Bob Chapek Iger will discuss his succession with on CNBC with Julia Boorstin at 5:30 PM Eastern Time! We’ll let you know more details on this breaking story as further details are released! What do you think of Bob Iger’s sudden decision to step down from his role as Disney CEO? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below! Related posts: Target and Disney Collaboration News: Shop-in-Shop and a Target in Walt Disney World? Read On! NEWS: Disney World Advance Dining Reservation Cancellations and Details In Advance Of Hurricane Dorian CONFIRMED: We Found The New Starbucks In Epcot! View the full article

It’s almost Leap Day! February 29 — the special day that comes just once every four years — is just around the corner. Each and every day here at The Most Magical Place on Earth, our incredible cast members go above and beyond to bring smiles to our guests’ faces — and they’re so excited that they have an extra day to do just that in 2020. Our cast members are gearing up to take advantage of this unique holiday that gives them the opportunity to make even more magic for each of you. Together, let’s make Leap Day all about the magical moments we can create for each other. If you’re visiting Walt Disney World Resort this week and one of our incredible cast members makes a difference in your day, snap a selfie with them and share it to social media using the hashtag #ExtraDayForMagic. Then, on Leap Day, be sure to search the #ExtraDayForMagic hashtag to see the many magical moments of Walt Disney World Resort. We will be sharing select tagged #ExtraDayForMagic photos on the Walt Disney World Cast & Community Facebook page and the @wdw.ambassador Instagram account, so keep your eyes peeled to see if your photo is featured. We can’t wait to celebrate an extra 24 hours in 2020 with each of you! View the full article

Disney Springs is one of the best places at Disney World to sip on a refreshing beverage and wind down after a long day in the park, or take an afternoon off to re-charge! BOATHOUSE patio! The Boathouse, known for its signature dining experience (including a $115 Tomahawk steak), likes to remind us now and again to not take life too seriously, whether it’s by taking an Amphicar Tour or by ordering their newest, CUTEST drink. The newest drink on their menu is the “Duck, Duck, Razz”, and it’s a beverage that you’ll have to see to believe. Behold: Duck, Duck, Razz © Disney This ADORBS “quack” tail is a Stoli Raspberry Blue Martini garnished with a MINI RUBBER DUCK. Seriously, we’re obsessed. Duck, Duck, Razz © Disney Don’t mind us while we’re over here ordering ten of these adorable drinks. Check it out for yourself next time you’re in Disney Springs! Keep up on the latest Disney Springs news by subscribing to our newsletter! What’s your favorite place to grab a cocktail at Disney Springs? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: New Cocktails at House of Blues in Disney Springs! 9 Best One-Credit Restaurant Values on the 2019 Disney Dining Plan Is it Possible We Like Beverly Now? Find Out How Disney World’s Most-Hated Soda Got a Remix! View the full article

Goodbye Rocky Road, Cookie Dough, and boring old Neapolitan! Mickey Mouse Ice Cream While earlier we sent out the alert to check your local grocery stores for the new Mickey Mouse Ice Cream available at some supermarkets across the country, we just found out about four new flavors that are destined for a freezer section near YOU! America’s favorite family of supers will be debuting their own signature flavor called The Incredibles Jack-Jack Cookie Crumble! It will feature chocolate and vanilla ice cream with a chocolate cookie swirl and mask-shaped chocolate pieces! We think the mask-shaped candies give this ice cream some extra-special incognito appeal, don’t you? The Incredibles Ice Cream I scream, you scream, we all scream for Cookies and Scream — a new Monsters. Inc ice cream! At least, the citizens of Monsteropolis will certainly be hoping for its screaming success! It’s a light vanilla ice cream, with chocolate cookie pieces, a fudge swirl, and chocolate chunks shaped our two favorite monster pals, Mike and Sulley! Monsters Inc. Ice Cream You better believe we’ll be searching high and low for this Finding Nemo Coral Reef Orange and Cream Ice Cream! It’s light vanilla ice cream, with orange sherbet, and fish-shaped chocolate pieces! Finding Nemo Ice Cream Last but not least, Woody and his merry gang are also getting in on the ice cream biz with their signature flavor, Toy Story Chocolate Peanut Butter Toy Chest Ice Cream! This one is a light chocolate ice cream with a peanut butter swirl and character-shaped chocolate chunks with a peanut butter filling! We can’t wait to eat the little candies pieces shaped like Buzz Lightyear and Woody! Toy Story Ice Cream We’ll keep our eyes peeled for these new Disney and Pixar Ice Creams and let you know when we see them over by us! In the meantime, check out some of the other Disney treats you can score at your local grocery store right now including Mickey Ice Cream Sandwiches, Millenium Falcon Ice Cream Sandwiches and Mickey Ice Cream Bars! Which of these new Ice Cream flavors are you most excited about finding at your local grocery store? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: DFB Store SALE! Save 40% off EVERYTHING in the DFB Store with Our Back to School Sale! Friday the 13th is Your Lucky Day! Save 50% off EVERYTHING in the DFB Store for a Limited Time! BOGO Alert! Find Out How To Score a FREE Sprinkles Cupcake TODAY! View the full article

Have you looked at your watch lately, because it’s starting to look like it’s almost Avocado Time! It’s ALMOST Avocado Time! And that’s just one of the 13 food booths that are coming to this year’s Food and Wine Festival when it kicks off this Friday at Disney California Adventure! The 2020 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival will run from February 28th through April 21st, 2020! This might seem like enough time to try all your favorite snacks and sips, but if you’re anything like us, you definitely don’t want to miss a thing! That’s why we’ve put together this free printable checklist so you can keep track of each of the festival food booths eats and drinks! Why? Because we like you! 2020 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival Booths and Menus – – CLICK TO ENLARGE OR PRINT In fact, there’s so much going on at Disney California Adventure for the 2020 Food and Wine Festival this year, this printable is a two-pager! You see, Downtown Disney has decided to get in on the foodie party with its own unique array of festival offerings! 2020 Disney California Adventure Downtown Disney Food and Wine Festival Booths and Menus – – CLICK TO ENLARGE OR PRINT We’ll be LIVE at Disney California Adventure when the 2020 Food and Wine Festival kicks off this Friday, so don’t miss our coverage of all the new menu items — including what will make our Best of the Fest list! Stay tuned! Check out the entire list of food booths and menus at the Disney California Adventure 2020 Food and Wine Festival HERE! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out our Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Which food booth will you be hitting up first when Disney California Adventure’s 2020 Food and Wine Festival starts this Friday? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Ticketed Event Dates Announced For the 2020 Food and Wine Festival in Disney California Adventure! Review! Bye, Bye Miss American Pie, and HELLO Apple Pie Funnel Cake FRIES at Disney California Adventure! CONFIRMED! We Finally Know How Long Soarin’ Over California Will Be Back at Disneyland Resort! View the full article

In just three days, Magic Happens will be shuffling down Disneyland’s Main Street, U.S.A. as the Disney park’s newest daytime parade! ©Disney Magic Happens And while we can’t wait to see the all-new spectacular bring to life some of our favorite Disney fairy tales, Disney’s just shared another sneak peek of Magic Happens with us! While Disney’s already shared with us a behind-the-scenes look at how they made some of the costumes you’ll see the performers wear during the show, this clip features a few of the parade’s 90+ entertainers getting warmed for the big day — which is THIS Friday! You can watch the entire clip Disney has just released RIGHT below! The first performance of Magic Happens kicks off February 28th, so bring your dancing shoes and get ready to move along with the dancers and floats to the all-new soundtrack! See you there! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out our Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Are you excited to see Magic Happens? Let us know if you’ll be at the park on opening day in the comments below! Related posts: We Have A Sneak Peek at the NEW Magic Happens Parade Merchandise Coming to Disneyland (And There Are SORCERER EARS)! Here’s Another Sneak Peek of Disneyland’s New ‘Magic Happens’ Parade! NEWS! Opening Date Announced For Disneyland’s New Magic Happens Parade! View the full article

Have you purchased your tickets yet for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party? Tickets went live TODAY and we’re already counting down the days to the first party! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Looking to make your party experience extra sweet? We have the scoop on this year’s Dessert Parties, and by the way — reservations are available NOW! Like last year, guests can choose from the either Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular Dessert Party at Tomorrowland Terrace or the Dessert Party with Plaza Garden Viewing. We’re here to answer all of your questions when it comes to this spooktacular event, so let’s cover the basics! What are the Dessert Parties like? Each dessert party includes reserved fireworks viewing in addition to a buffet selection of sweet treats and beverages to indulge on! For guests 21 years and older, beer and wine will also be available. Tomorrowland Terrace Dessert Party Seating Where will the Dessert Parties take place? Similar to the Happily Ever After dessert parties, guests at the Tomorrowland Terrace will enjoy the dessert party as well as fireworks viewing from the terrace. Tomorrowland Terrace Dessert Party Seating Guests with Garden Plaza Viewing will enjoy the desserts at Tomorrowland Terrace, and will be escorted to separate firework viewing location in the Plaza Garden. When are the Dessert Parties and at what time will they begin? Both the Tomorrowland Terrace and Garden Plaza Viewing parties will take place on the following dates in 2020: August 13, 18, 21, 25, 28 September 1, 4, 7, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 25, 27, 29 October 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 16, 18, 20, 22, 23, 25, 27, 29, 31 November 1 On these nights, both dessert parties begin at 8:45 PM, with fireworks beginning at 10:15 PM. Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular How much do they cost? Tomorrowland Terrace: $99 plus tax for Guests ages 10 and older; $59 plus tax for Guests ages 3 to 9. Plaza Garden Viewing: $79 plus tax for Guests ages 10 and older; $47 plus tax for Guests ages 3 to 9. How do I make a reservation? Advance reservations are STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. You can call Disney directly at (407) WDW-DINE. If you want to make your reservation online, you may do so for Plaza Garden Viewing here and for Tomorrowland Terrace here! Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular Anything else I need to know? Please be aware that separate admission to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is required and NOT included in your dining reservation! Also keep in mind that if you are on the Disney Dining Plan, you cannot redeem any of your credits at these events. Learn all about Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party here! If you aren’t looking to reserve a dessert party, please note that Be Our Guest, Crystal Palace, Cinderella’s Royal Table, and The Plaza will all be open during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary. Reservations are recommended and can be booked here. Are you planning on attending a Halloween party this year? Will you be adding a Dessert Party reservation? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Review: Happily Ever After Fireworks Dessert Party in Magic Kingdom Review: Happily Ever After AFTER Fireworks Dessert Party at Magic Kingdom!! Disney World HalloWishes Dessert Party Photo Tour! View the full article

While general booking for the new 2021 Disney Cruise Line summer itineraries we shared with you yesterday won’t open until February 28th, such is not the case if you’re a platinum member! Sail Away Minnie Collection ©Disney In fact, if you’re among Disney Cruise Line’s sailing elite, you can snag your reservations to set sail in 2021 RIGHT NOW! We were super excited to find out the Disney Cruise Line would be returning to some of our favorite destinations including the tropical island beaches of the Bahamas, all the way up north to the snowy mountain tops and glaciers of Alaska and fjords of Norway! ©Disney Cruise Line Sailing to Alaska And don’t forget — Disney Cruise Line also announced yesterday they’d be sailing into three other ports-of-call in 2021 including the medieval city of Visby, Sweden, Dubrovnik, Croatia, and the gorgeous Greek island of Kefalonia! ©Disney Cruise Line Returns to Greece Read more about the Disney Cruise Line’s 2021 summer schedule here! And remember — if you’re not a platinum member, you’ll be able to book one of these just-announced summer 2021 itineraries starting THIS Friday, so set your alarm! Have you ever been on a Disney cruise? Tell us where you’ve sailed in the comments below! Related posts: NEWS! Check out the Latest Disney Wonder Updates! Sail Away with These Disney Cruise Line Cyber Week DISCOUNTS! Disney Cruise Line’s Nautical Navy Collection is Now Available ONLINE! View the full article

Hey, friends, we’ve got another update for you from the Happiest Place on Earth, the Disneyland Resort. Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland The Food and Wine Festival begins this Friday at Disney California Adventure, but we’ve got some other awesome snacks and merch to check out today. Let’s get started! Disneyland Food Update Tropical Hideaway We found two new sweet snacks we couldn’t wait to get our hands on at the Tropical Hideaway. The PB&J Mochi is a twist on the classic rice cake, but with peanut butter and jelly as you might have guessed. You can try this unique snack for $6.99. PB&J Mochi See what we thought of the PB&J Mochi here! The Banana Jackfruit Lumpia has replaced the classic Pineapple Lumpia (at least for the time being). This new option is $6.99. Banana Jackfruit Lumpia Here’s what we thought of the Banana Jackfruit Lumpia! Bengal Barbecue Bengal Barbecue is serving up a new Specialty Skewer that comes with shrimp, spiced ham, pineapple, and a Piña Colada dressing. You can try it for $6.49. Specialty Skewer Check out our full review of the Specialty Skewer here! Disneyland Merchandise Update Le Bat en Rouge We found some new iconic tops in New Orleans Square that we absolutely have to have. You can get this ombré Minnie Ear tank top for $34.99. Minnie Ears tank top There’s also a shirt for us Mickey Ice Cream Bar fans for $36.99. Mickey Ice Cream Bar shirt If you like a more retro look, you can get the Sleeping Beauty Castle icon shirt for $36.99. Sleeping Beauty Castle shirt Check out this trio of Disneyland tops in detail here! Emporium The Kermit and Miss Piggy Loungefly backpacks have made their way to Disneyland! Kermit Loungefly Backpack Each of these backpacks will run you $80, but we’re feeling that “Rainbow Connection” to them already! Miss Piggy Loungefly Backpack Check out the Kermit and Miss Piggy Loungefly backpacks in more detail here! Disney Showcase There’s a new water coloring book in the Ink & Paint collection so you can have a ball designing your own animated creations. You can pick up the book for $9.99. Ink and Paint water coloring book Have you seen the new Dooney and Bourke Ink & Paint Collection? Mad Hatter Retro is the way of the future or at least the designs look super awesome on these two new-to-us Disneyland hats. Blue retro Disneyland hat You can get the style in either blue or yellow for $27.99. Yellow retro Disneyland hat The Enchanted Tiki Room-inspired cap that we saw in the Magic Kingdom a few days ago has extended its habitat to Disneyland. You can join the birds in another chorus for $27.99. Enchanted Tiki Room hat California Adventure Food Update When we heard there was a Snickerdoodle Milkshake at Smokejumpers Grill, you best believe we were speeding to Disney California Adventure to get our hands on this sweet, sweet shake. If you want to grab one yourself, you can get it for $6.49. Snickerdoodle Milkshake Check out our full review of the Snickerdoodle Milkshake here! California Adventure Construction Update Various Locations More Food and Wine booth signage is going up around the parks. We’re ready, just give us all the eats! 2020 Food and Wine Festival booths Check out the FULL menus for the Food and Wine booths here! Hollywood Land The Captain America meet and greet has been temporarily moved between the Hollywood Lounge and Studio Catering Co. due to the scaffolding work happening around the Hyperion Theater. Captain America meet and greet Check out which super-heroes you’ll be able to see in Avengers Campus here! Pixar Pier Jessie’s Critter Carousel has started its scheduled refurbishment and the walls have come up. The official Disneyland website shows that the attraction will be down at least until March 3rd. Jessie’s Critter Carousel construction Check out MORE Disneyland refurbishments here! California Adventure Merchandise Update Elias and Co. A trio of shirts for the kiddos have made their way from Epcot to Disney California Adventure. Mickey’s probably winking on this one to say, “Your kid would totally rock this shirt.” You can grab one for $24.99. Youth blue Mickey shirt Mickey’s all over this white sweatshirt as well for $34.99. Winking Mickey Sweatshirt You can also snag this pink “Okay, but first” Castle glitter shirt for $34.99. “Okay, but First” shirt If you’re the creative type who likes to jot down their thoughts, you can get a three-pack of Minnie-inspired journals for $16.99. Minnie journals Downtown Disney Merchandise Update World of Disney Two new spirit jerseys have come into our lives and we’re loving the color! The first one is covered in Mickey balloons (hopefully it doesn’t float away) and will run you $69.99. Mickey Balloon Spirit Jersey You also get this soothing lavender-toned Disneyland spirit jersey for $69.99. Lavender Spirit Jersey Take a closer look at these NEW Spirit Jerseys here! This Nike ballcap with Mickey’s face on it for $34.99 is perfect for our next run. When we were debating about getting the cap, we thought, “Just do it.” (We had to make the joke!) Nike Mickey ballcap We found another pair of Minnie Ears that we need to add to the collection. This Mulan-inspired pair are reversible and you can bring honor to your style for $29.99. Mulan Minnie Ears Take a closer look at the NEW Mulan ears here! Your pets can get some Disney fashion sense, too, with this Minnie Mouse skirt dog harness for $39.99. Minnie skirt dog harness Grand Californian Merchandise Update Craftsman Bar You can find a new limited-edition souvenir mug at the Craftsman Bar that is drop-dead gorgeous. You can only find these 16-oz mugs outside at the bar for $37.00 and there are only five thousand of these puppies, so grab one while you can. Craftsman Bar and Grill Souvenir Mug Learn more about this new souvenir mug here! That’s all we’ve got for this update from the Disneyland Resort. We’ll keep our eyes peeled for all the new happenings and let you guys know! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Have you tried the new Specialty Skewer yet? Let us know down in the comments! Related posts: Jack Frost Nipping at Your Nose? The NEW Spirit Jersey Sweater Will Keep You Warm in Disneyland! What’s New at the Disneyland Resort — New Cozy Cone, Luxo Ball Spirit Jersey, Tiki Bowls, and MORE! What’s New at the Disneyland Resort and Downtown Disney: Haunted Mansion Refurb and the Best Popcorn Bucket EVER! View the full article

Last year Disney rolled out plant-based menu options at every just about every single one of its restaurants including meatless entrees, snacks, and desserts. Plant-Based Cuisine Guide And according to CNBC.com, Disney has just officially announced it will be working in partnership with Impossible Foods (makers of the Impossible Burger) to bring more even meat alternative solutions to Disney’s hungry masses. Due to growing health concerns and an awareness of the impact of raising livestock has on the environment, a new classification of dietary needs is emerging. They’re known as “flexitarians” and while many don’t identify themselves as entirely vegetarian or omnivorous, they’re folks who are looking for healthy meat alternatives to reduce their daily meat intake. That’s where Disney is hoping Impossible Burger will fill in! Earth Day Impossible Burger at Animal Kingdom Impossible Burger will now be the “preferred plant-based burger” of Disneyland, Disney World and the Disney Cruise Line, which likely means we’ll be seeing more of the meat substitute product at the Disney parks. This year, the Disney Calfornia Adventure will offer an Impossible Meatball Submarine at Paradise Garden Grill when the 2020 Food and Wine Festival begins February 28th as well as the returning Petite Impossible Burger with guacamole and pepper jack cheese at Avocado Time and an Impossible Cheeseburger Mac and Cheese at Nuts About Cheese. Petite Impossible Burger with Guac and Pepper Jack Cheese Click here to see the menus for Disney California Adventure’s 2020 Food and Wine Festival! And when Epcot’s 2020 Flower and Garden Festival kicks off March 4th in Disney World, you’ll find an Impossible Farmhouse Meatball with lentil bread, spinach, marinated vegetables, and creamy herb dressing at Trowel & Trellis, an outdoor kitchen hosted by Impossible Foods. Farmhouse Meatball Trowel & Trellis’ Farmhouse Meatball made our Best of the Fest last year! Read more HERE! Never tried an Impossible Burger before and worried about squandering one of your vacation meals on trying the new meat alternative? You can find products by Impossible Foods at some of your local grocery stores as well as fast-food chains including Burger King, Red Robin, and White Castle before you go! Check out Epcot’s 2020 Flower and Garden Festivals full list of booths and menus here! Have you ever eaten an Impossible Burger? Tell us what you thought of it in the comments below! Related posts: NEWS! TWO Favorite Sprinkles Cupcakes Flavors Return For A Limited Time! Disney News This Week: ALL the News and Updates from the Most Magical Places on Earth! Here’s Where To Find A Double Stuffed Oreo Cupcake in Disney Parks… View the full article

Part of the fun of the #DisneyCastLife is getting to celebrate the opening of new experiences at Walt Disney World Resort. Ahead of the debut of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway next week, we visited with cast members all around the Resort who work with trains on a daily basis. Their advice for opening crew may seem a little goofy, but we thought you’d get a kick out of seeing it. We hope to see you out at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway after it opens on March 4! View the full article

The new daytime spectacular “Magic Happens” will soon make its way down Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland park. As we have shared previously, our creative team will bring Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar Animation Studios films to life with stunning floats, energetic music and artistic costumes. In addition, 90-plus performers will celebrate the moments of magic from these films with modern choreography. Enjoy the video below for a peek behind the creative process! You’ll see performers rehearse the opening number, “A Swirl of Magic,” as well as see how they bring the ocean to life in the “Moana” number, “A Wave of Magic.” For more details on this exciting, new parade, check out our other behind-the-scenes stories: Behind the Scenes: Dressing the Part for ‘Magic Happens’ Parade, Debuting Feb. 28 at Disneyland Park Behind the Scenes: Designing ‘Magic Happens’ Parade Floats, Debuting Feb. 28 at Disneyland Park “Magic Happens” debuts at Disneyland park on Feb. 28, so get ready! View the full article

It’s almost time for Epcot’s 2020 International Flower and Garden Festival! Epcot’s 2019 Flower and Garden Festival That’s right — the festival officially kicks off March 4th and will run through June 1st, which means there isn’t much time to decide on which cuisine from the 16 unique Flower and Garden food booths you’ll be sampling first! But that’s where we come in! After all, we wouldn’t dream of sending you into a Disney World festival unprepared or empty-handed! And while we’ve already shared with you a map of the festival’s food booth locations which you can print out and take with you to Epcot, next we’re arming you with the complete list of the menus you’ll find at this year’s Flower and Garden Festival! 2020 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Outdoor Food Booths and Menus – – CLICK TO ENLARGE OR PRINT In fact, there are so many items to eat and sip at this year’s fest, this printable is two pages LONG! Here’s the second page! 2020 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Outdoor Food Booths and Menus – – CLICK TO ENLARGE OR PRINT Join us for our live coverage of Epcot’s 2020 Flower and Garden Festival when the party kicks off March 4th where we’ll be chowing down amongst the topiaries and maybe even taking in a free performance at the Garden Rocks concert series! See you there! See the FULL list of Flower and Garden BOOTHS and MENUS here! Which food booth are you most excited about returning to Epcot’s 2020 Flower and Garden Festival? Tell us in the comments below! Related posts: Tips You NEED TO KNOW For the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival! Food for Thought: Should I go to the Epcot Food and Wine Festival? What’s New in Epcot — Dia de los Muertos Ears, Lots of Construction Updates, and Rainbow Popcorn! View the full article

This year’s Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival is shaping up to have one of the most epic assortments of merchandise we’ve ever seen. And since the festival kicks off on March 4th, we will be able to purchase all of it VERY soon! Epcot And while we already knew this festival would be bringing their A-game in 2020 when we first spotted the Orange Bird Minnie Ears, Spike the Bee Sipper, and a previewed a couple of the new items from the five different collections, today we’re sharing even more details about each of the new lines inspired by Mickey, Minnie, Orange Bird, Spike the Bee, and Figment! Mickey’s Farmers Market Collection If you’ve ever attended Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival in the past, you’ll already know Mickey and his pals have quite the green thumb! Last year, Mickey’s motif was called Mickey’s Garden Shed Collection, but it looks like he’s hung up overalls to sport a light blue apron and rubber boots! Here’s a look at a few of the other items you’ll find from this collection when the 2020 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival starts March 4th including a shirt, mug, and two styles of pins! ©Disney Mickey’s Farmers Market Collection See more items in the Mickey’s Farmers Market Collection HERE! Minnie’s Flower Cart Collection Last year Minnie was the hostess with the most-est with her adorable Minnie’s Garden Party Collection! And this year, her theme is STILL full of beautiful blossoms with her Minnie’s Flower Cart Collection! Highlights of her line will include a flower crown, spirit jersey, and a hoodie! ©Disney Minnie’s Flower Cart Collection Find out more about the Minnie’s Flower Cart Spirit Jersey here! We even caught a little glimpse of the new Minnie’s Flower Cart Dooney and Bourke Bags that will be coming to Flower and Garden including a Tote, Crossbody, and Wristlet! ©Disney Minnie’s Flower Cart Collection Orange Bird’s Hello Sunshine Collection The collection we’re perhaps the MOST excited about is this adorable Orange Bird collection! Although he’s appeared on some Flower and Garden merch before, this is the very first time he’s ever received his own entire line of gear! We’re totally stoked to snag his Hello Sunshine spirit jersey, backpack, pitcher, and juice glasses, just to name a few of the Orange Bird’s newest accessories! ©Disney Orange Bird’s Hello Sunshine Collection Check out even more of Orange Bird’s new collection of Flower and Garden merch here! Spike’s Cute as can Bee Collection And while Spike the Bee has been popping up more and more at Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival, this year his Cute as can Bee Collection has us buzzing with excitement! Last year Spike and Donald shared a line of adorable Flower and Garden swag, but this year, Spike the Bee has received top billing with his new style of shirts and mug which resembles a cute little beehive! ©Disney Spike’s Cute as can Bee Collection Spike the Bee can also visit your garden at home with this adorable garden stake! We just hope he bee-haves himself! ©Disney Spike’s Cute as can Bee Collection Check out the Spike the Bee Sipper here!! Annual Passholder Exclusive Figment Collection Of course, Annual Passholders can snag the exclusive AP Flower and Garden merch collection which includes a shirt and pin featuring Figment while the AP mug is shaped like a watering can and has either Farmer’s Market Mickey or Flower Cart Minnie on it! ©Disney AP Figment Collection Read more about the AP Figment Collection here! Flower and Garden Wishables And here’s BIG a surprise! New Flower and Garden Wishables will be sprouting up around Epcot for the festival! The collection will feature Farmer’s Market Mickey, Flower Cart Minnie, Butterfly, Figment Topiary, and Fruishi — one of the festival’s signature eats you’ll find at Hanami! ©Disney Flower and Garden Wishables By the way, did you know the 2020 Flower and Garden Festival food booths and menus have already been released? Check ’em out here — and get ready for our reviews of EVERY ITEM as soon as the fest kicks off March 4th! Which Flower and Garden collection is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: FIRST LOOK at the 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays Merch in Disney World! New Farewell IllumiNations Spirit Jersey Coming to Epcot! What’s New in Epcot — a Birthday Cake Muffin, 2020 Merch, and a TON of Construction! View the full article

What’s going on, friends! We’re walking right down the middle of Main Street, U.S.A. to explore the Magic Kingdom today. Main Street, U.S.A Lots of big stuff happening right now with Disney World’s 50th anniversary approaching next year, so let’s check it out! Magic Kingdom Food Update Main Street Bakery While popping into the bakery to fill our sweet tooth craving, we noticed that the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo Cakes were not in the display case today. The Cast Member we spoke to said that the special treats were originally supposed to be available until the end of the month, so they may pop up again. We will keep you posted! Main Street Bakery case See what we thought of the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo Cake here! Liberty Square Market The market has railing around the planters that’s new to us. The rail can easily serve as a table to set your food down on, but, of course, it’s standing room only. Liberty Square Market rail Magic Kingdom Construction Update Cinderella Castle The refurbishment of Cinderella Castle looks like it’s underway. Scaffolding has been erected on one side of the castle moat. Cinderella Castle refurbishment The section of moat on the immediate right-hand side of the castle also looks like it’s being drained. Cinderella Castle refurbishment See what changes are coming to Cinderella Castle here! Splash Mountain Water is flowing through parts of the mountain again! In just two days, we’ll be able to start searching for our laughing place again. Splash Mountain refurbishment Learn more about the Splash Mountain refurb here! TRON Lightcycle Run The show building for TRON Lightcycle Run is getting closer to being completely enclosed. Hopefully, we get some more details soon about when exactly in 2021 we can expect to rez into the Grid. Tron Lightcycle Run construction Read up on everything you need to know about TRON Lightcycle Run here! Multiple Locations We stopped by to ask our friendly neighborhood Guest Experience Cast Members in Adventureland and Frontierland the 411. They were able to tell us that both locations would be available until park close. Magic Kingdom Guest Experience Cast Member Learn more about the Guest Experience Team here! Magic Kingdom Merchandise Update The Emporium We recently found a new ABC Disney coffee mug collection, with each letter from A to Z getting a special Disney Parks-inspired design and we’re obsessed with collecting them all now. Each mug will cost you $14.99. ABC Disney H mug Check out all the ABC mug designs here! We also spotted a few new tops so we can rock the current Disney style! We think this shirt fits us to a T, it doesn’t take much to get us to Disney World. You can grab one for yourself for $36.99. “You Had Me at Disney World” shirt This tank top is a no-brainer for us as well, because we’ve always got Disney on our minds! You can get you one of these for $34.99. “Disney State of Mind” tank top We’re always a little sad to leave Disney World because we don’t want to stop having fun, but maybe this shirt can brighten our days up! You can snag one of these for $36.99. “Fun Day’ shirt Disney snacks just have that way of getting us right in the Disney Parks mood and we can celebrate them with this shirt for $36.99. Now we just need a Mickey Pretzel and Mickey Ice Cream Bar to munch on. The Happiest Snacks on Earth t-shirt Take a closer look at this new shirt here! This new Walt Disney Pictures cap is giving us all the nostalgic feels. We can even hear the iconic jingle! You can get one of these for $27.99. Walt Disney Pictures hat We also noticed that more and more MagicBands are getting the updated packaging so you can see all the beautiful designs in full detail before you buy them. Rainbow Mickey MagicBand new packaging Check out these new MagicBands that you can take on your next Disney World adventure! That’s it for this trip out to the Magic Kingdom to see what’s new. We’ll keep updating from the parks and the rest of Disney World, so come back soon! What do you think of the new look Cinderella Castle is getting? Let us know down in the comments! Related posts: What’s New in Magic Kingdom! Pop Rocks Dole Whip Lava Floats, Lightcycles, and Lizards?! What’s New in Magic Kingdom: CROWDS, “Fantasia” Jewelry, and Did We Mention CROWDS? What’s New in Magic Kingdom — Starbucks Drinks, Spirit Jerseys, and a BIG Attraction Closure! View the full article

We spend a lot of time floating around in the metaphorical “black hole” that is Disney permits and patents. Disney is a HUGE company, and that means that we’re constantly seeing building permits, invention patents, environmental resource permits, and MORE popping up with the Disney name on them. Epcot’s Spaceship Earth Well occasionally, a permit will catch our eye — and we spotted one recently that gave us some serious pause. On January 21st, a permit was filed for 2060 Avenue of the Stars. What’s that address, you ask? Well, it’s usually associated with the building housing Spaceship Earth. Of course, we’re expecting a closure of the ride at some point during the Epcot transformation to make some significant changes to the attraction. The catch is we don’t know WHEN this closure is coming, but it’s possible that this permit is a clue. Read on for why. The Location The Notice of Commencement was filed by Walt Disney Imagineering in late January. ©Walt Disney Imagineering The 2060 Avenue of the Stars address typically refers to the area around Spaceship Earth (more on that soon!), and the purpose of the permit lists “Facility Modifications” from a large contractor: Whiting-Turner. Now, “Facility Modifications” is a pretty broad term, but there are some hints in the permit that tell us this could be larger-scale work and not just a wall here or there. Click here to check out our video on how COOL Disney Imagineers are! Let’s clear up exactly what a “Notice of Commencement” is and why the filing of one is significant. A company has to file a Notice of Commencement when any construction project is about to start. Usually, these notices are filed a few days before the start of a project. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind construction In this case, that means that we know there will be facility modifications over at 2060 Avenue of the Stars at some point in the near future (and by the looks of things, they’ve started already). Want to learn more about major construction coming to Disney World? Click here! Now, the physical address for Spaceship Earth is not one you’ll find easily. So we had to do some digging to find out what, exactly, this address means. Interestingly enough, according to phone and tax records, the space that is registered to the address is the former Siemens VIP Facility. Our Shared Story Wall This VIP Facility is a meeting facility and lounge located in the building that houses Spaceship Earth. Spaceship Earth Now, it’s important to note that just because the permit goes to a building that houses the “Epcot ball” doesn’t mean that we can guarantee that the attraction is what will be receiving the modifications. It’s perfectly possible that modifications could be going to the VIP space (since Siemens pulled out of the space a few years ago), or to Project Tomorrow, or the exterior of the structure. And it could have something to do with the upcoming Dreamers Point instead. After all, a huge portion of the area behind Spaceship Earth was just placed behind walls this past weekend, so that could be the beginning of the story for this permit. BUT…hang with us for just a second…we’ve got a few more interesting clues to share. Construction Behind Spaceship Earth Click here to check out other changes coming to Epcot soon! The Contractor There’s another aspect of the permit that makes us think this is a little larger scale than some changes to a meeting space or minor tech upgrades. One of those aspects is the contractor. For this particular project, Imagineering has enlisted Whiting-Turner Contracting Co., a national contractor. World Celebration in Epcot We look at a LOT of permits, and Disney tends to use smaller local companies for smaller projects. A large national company is a rare find when it comes to the contractors listed on these notices. So, we looked into what other work Whiting-Turner Contracting Co. has done for Disney. Transformation of Epcot ©Disney What we found was pretty interesting. Whiting-Turner seems to be one of the contractors Disney calls when they need a BIG project done. We found over 20 notices filed with Whiting-Turner for a significant piece of land in Hollywood Studios back in 2017. What do you think that piece of land held? You guessed it. Whiting-Turner was a major player in the construction of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Millennium Falcon Other projects that Whiting-Turner worked on included work on Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs, and the overhaul of Epcot’s Maelstrom to Frozen Ever After. So they’ve got experience with ride overhauls for Disney. Could it be that Disney has hired the company for another big ride update? To read about how we felt about Frozen Ever After when it first opened, click here! The Expiration Date Another aspect of the permit that makes us think that this Notice means big work is the expiration date. Notices of Commencement seem to get an expiration date of one year in most cases, meaning that the work has to be completed by then or the notice will require refiling. Epcot Entrance In our Disney permit research, we’ve noticed that Disney tends to specify an expiration date, even though it isn’t required and the expiration they choose for smaller projects tends to be less than the one-year deadline. Now, THIS permit has an expiration listed of December 31st, 2022. That’s almost THREE WHOLE YEARS from the beginning of the permit filing. Epcot Experience We’re thinking that amount of time would be plenty to get scene changes, voiceover changes, refurbishment, additions, and more done at Spaceship Earth. With the speed that Disney does projects, this one is likely larger size due to that expiration date. They’ve given themselves plenty of time to accomplish whatever this project requires. Epcot Experience Plus, it’s a possibility that Disney wants Epcot completed in time for Disney World’s 5oth Anniversary in 2021; or, more realistically knowing the scope of work, for Epcot’s 40th Anniversary in 2022. If our guess is right, then they need to get workin’. Click here to prep for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary! Does this mean Spaceship Earth could close soon? So now that you know what we know, we’re sure you’re wondering: is Spaceship Earth going to close for refurb soon? Well, this permit could very well mean that work is beginning on the attraction; but it just as easily could be a permit for something else in or around the building. With all the walls recently erected in Epcot, there’s certainly a lot already going on. Epcot Entrance Plus, Test Track is currently down for refurbishment in Epcot. We wouldn’t really expect both of these much-loved attractions to go down at the same time. Epcot Transformation Concept Art ©Disney And, even if the permit IS for the first stages of the Spaceship Earth overhaul, work could begin without requiring a ride closure immediately. So, we could have a good amount of time to experience the current iteration of the attraction. Epcot Concept Art All in all, we know Spaceship Earth is closing, and it’s possible that keeping an eye on permits and construction will give us clues as to when. But as always, nothing is certain until we hear from Disney themselves. Here’s hoping they give us a long lead time before the beloved ride closes so that we’ll be able to ride one of our favorite Epcot attractions a few final times before it’s re-imagined! To learn more about the changes coming to Spaceship Earth, click here! What do you think about this Notice of Commencement? 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