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It’s time to make new memories and hop aboard Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind in Disney California Adventure park. Pixar Pier’s latest attraction is a whimsical, family-friendly delight! Inspired by the hit Disney and Pixar film “Inside Out,” Emotional Whirlwind takes you a sense-ational spin while aboard one of eight Memory Movers. Help Riley’s Emotions—Joy, Sadness, Anger, Disgust and Fear—sort through memories being collected. Check out the video below! Also starting today, guests can share an “emotional” visit with Joy and Sadness along Pixar Pier. Emotional Whirlwind is located in the Inside Out Headquarters neighborhood of Pixar Pier, which recently celebrated its one-year anniversary! The reimagined land shares the stories and characters of Pixar films with exciting attractions, themed neighborhoods and fun eateries. View the full article

As guests take in the breathtaking vista of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, they may discover a multitude of hidden gems and details like petrified trees and ancient dwellings, and they have Kirstin Makela, Art Director at Walt Disney Imagineering, to thank for that! In our next installment of our #WomenBehindtheMagic blog series, we’re excited to introduce you to Kirstin and her almost eight year Imagineering and decade-long design career that led up to her being an important force behind the magic of the new land. For Kirstin, no two days on the job are the same. To help bring Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to life, a typical day could mean meeting with interior designers, leading paint crews, or even consulting with the horticulture team to determine how to best incorporate natural elements into the land. With a land as innovative and detailed as Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, now open at Disneyland Resort and opening August 29 at Walt Disney World Resort, she says it’s the diverse range of elements and challenges that keep the job exciting. A job that as a child, first piqued her interest because of the attention to detail that make Imagineering projects special. “I was seven years old when my parents first took me to Walt Disney World and I was immediately enamored with the immersive storytelling that was around me,” explained Kirstin. “The love and care in every little detail had me hooked!” Pictured above: Kirstin Makela with her sister during their first family trip to Walt Disney World in 1997. In college, Kirstin went on to study visual communication with an emphasis on graphic design and illustration. She later participated in museum internships where she was able to grow her skillset on exhibit design teams. “My internships were transformative,” Kirstin shared. “The ability to flex my muscles as a working designer gave me the confidence that I needed to apply to Disney Professional Internships before my graduation.” She began her Disney journey as an intern with Disney Consumer Products before starting as an Imagineer and considers herself lucky to continue to work on inspiring projects that delight Disney Parks guests every day, just like Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. “A lot of my professional satisfaction as an Imagineer comes when I’m being pushed to new limits,” said Kirstin. “I have gained an invaluable amount of new knowledge from the exposure that I had to everyone from carvers and painters to engineers and electricians. I truly feel like I became a better Imagineer on Batuu!” Kirstin and her team worked to perfect the stories of the Batuuans that had traveled through the historical space centuries ago. These very stories now mean guests can visit the Creature Stall or find a new trinket at Toydarian Toymaker. “We thought about where citizens may have grazed against the walls and left hand oils, or where merchant carts may have bumped into walls and left scratches and dents,” Kirstin shared. “We even included soot stains out of the kilns and ovens, so that they appear to have been used for decades.” For Kirstin, there’s no greater satisfaction as a designer than being able to see her ideas constructed and turned into a reality, like Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. “Sometimes, I’d take a moment to pause in the middle of our land, give my arm a little pinch and think to myself, ‘I can’t believe I get to be part of such a big moment in Disney Parks history,” Kirstin explained. Kirstin finds excitement in pushing herself to keep climbing higher. With Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge now open at Disneyland Resort and soon to open at Walt Disney World Resort on August 29, she’ll be applying the experience and learnings she gained from working on the land as she tackles new projects and explore new stories. Kirstin’s advice for aspiring Imagineers is to always stay curious, absorb every experience –no matter big or small, and to remember that as Imagineers you rely heavily on your personal stories for project inspiration, so remind yourself that you never know what past experience might spark inspiration. Kirstin is one of the many women making magic for Disney guests and fans around the world, whose stories we can’t wait to tell in our #WomenBehindtheMagic series. Stay tuned for the next story in this series, as we share the stories of some of the amazing women who played a role in the creation of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! View the full article

If you’re planning to visit the Magic Kingdom next week over the Fourth of July celebrations, listen up! ©DisneyParksBlog Starting July 3rd, you can celebrate the holiday with limited-time PhotoPass opportunities in the park! From 9 AM to 7 PM, look for a PhotoPass photographer in the East Plaza Garden. They will help you capture two photos and a super-zoom video from a unique vantage point. The photographer will also supply patriotic props for your photos! ©Disney Parks Blog Photographers will also be available in Liberty Square, so be on the lookout near the Liberty Bell! There will be an adorable Muppets Magic Shot specific to the area. ©Disney Parks Blog If you’d like a truly regal photo, Visit the Fantasyland castle wall near Prince Charming Regal Carrousel to take a photo in front of Cinderella’s Coach. ©Disney Parks Blog During “twilight’s last gleaming”, pay tribute to Mickey Mouse with a bokeh effect on Center Street (near Uptown Jewelers). ©Disney Parks Blog Lastly, beginning at sunset, enjoy an awesome display of red, white, and blue with a light painting opportunity behind Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe in Liberty Square. ©Disney Parks Blog To access and share all of your star-spangled Disney PhotoPass photos and videos from the one day of your choice, purchase Memory Maker One Day! Learn more details on Disney Parks Blog. From Disney Parks Blog: Disney PhotoPass Service and Memory Maker are subject to the applicable terms and policies. Includes photos taken during the applicable Memory Maker Window as defined in such terms (generally, photos taken (i) within one day for Memory Maker One Day or (ii) within 30 days from the date of first activation for standard Memory Maker). If Memory Maker is purchased at the advance purchase price, any photos taken within 3 days of the date Memory Maker is purchased are not included and must be purchased separately. A MagicBand is required to receive certain attraction photos and other digital content. Online registration required. Disney PhotoPass Photos in your account will expire pursuant to the expiration policy. Downloads are restricted to personal use only. Not responsible for missing, lost or damaged photos. Subject to restrictions and change without notice. Valid theme park admission required for certain photo locations. We are so excited about these patriotic PhotoPass opportunities! The props and opportunities will only be available for a limited time after Independence Day, so we’d recommend taking advantage of them early! Will you be in Magic Kingdom for the holiday? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Here’s What You Need To Know About Disney World’s Memory Maker PhotoPass System! The New Disney World PhotoPass Haunted Mansion Attraction Photo is Positively Spooktacular Fourth of July Fireworks — and More! — in Walt Disney World! View the full article

Aunt Polly’s is a VERY seasonal counter service restaurant in Magic Kingdom, so we’re always excited when it opens up to guests (typically just a handful of times throughout the year). Aunt Polly’s What makes this even more fun is that finding this location — as it’s tucked on Tom Sawyer Island — is an adventure in itself! Aunt Polly’s will once again be serving guests over the 4th of July holiday. Here you will find some simple yet delicious eats. The last time the location opened, they served Becky’s Buttery Biscuit BBQ Sliders and a Peanut Butter, Nutella, and Banana Sandwich. Becky’s Buttery Biscuit Barbecued Pork Sliders Other items on the menu have included a Peanut Butter Raspberry Preserve Sandwich, Soft Pretzel Sticks, and a Mississippi Mud Brownie. Aunt Polly’s Menu March 2019 But, if any menu changes have taken place this time around, we’ll be sure to let y’all know! Aunt Polly’s will be open June 29 – July 6, 2019, from 11 AM to 3 PM.So, grab a Root Beer Float or a Sweet Tea Slushie and kick back on Aunt Polly’s porch just like the good ‘ole days. Have you ever had the opportunity to visit Aunt Polly’s? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Review! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Treats (with Haunted Mansion Portrait Desserts!) Review: ALL! THE! CHEESE! at Casey’s Corner in the Magic Kingdom Disney Food Hacks: Mickey Pretzel and Chocolate! View the full article

Inside Out fans, we have some exciting news for you! Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind Pixar Pier’s Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind attraction has officially opened in Disney California Adventure! HOORAY!! Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind Located in the Inside Out Headquarters neighborhood, the family-friendly ride consists of 8 ride vehicles, aptly called “Memory Movers”. Once you board, you’ll take a “sense-ational spin” and assist Riley’s emotions (Joy, Sadness, Anger, Disgust, and Fear) with sorting through her memories. Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind I’ve gotta say, I probably look a bit like Disgust when I haven’t had my morning coffee yet! Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind We are so excited about this fun new attraction and can’t wait to enjoy it for years to come! How about you? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind joins the fun on Pixar Pier! See more of the land in action in our DFB YouTube Video!  Are you excited to ride the Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Disney Releases “Sense-ational” New Details About Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind Opening Later This Month at Pixar Pier! REVIEW! Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff Confectionery at Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure! Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind To Open This Summer at Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure! View the full article

We’ve got even MORE fun news for the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! Warm Irish Cheddar Cheese and Stout Dip with Irish Brown Bread at Ireland Joining the MENUS revealed for the Festival’s Marketplace Food Booths, more acts announced for the Eat to the Beat Concert Series, and the addition of Tailgate Tasting to the Festival is the newly announced Emile’s Fromage Montage! 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Passport This new family-friendly CHEESE CRAWL (!!!) will invite guests to sample a variety of cheeses available at the Festival. You may purchase any five cheese dishes from the Festival’s Marketplace Food Booths as designated in your Festival Passport. Be sure to collect a stamp in your Passport for each cheese dish you enjoyed. Once you collect five stamps, bring your stamped Passport to Shimmering Sips for your prize: a complimentary specialty cheesecake unique to the Epcot Food & Wine Festival! Guests who visited last year’s Epcot Festival of the Holidays may recall a similar crawl with the super fun and festive Holiday Cookie Stroll. Be sure to check out ALL the 2019 Food and Wine Festival fun in store by visiting our Food and Wine Festival page! Ready to Plan for Your 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip? Pre-order the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book today! This 250+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well — including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! As part of the pre-order you’ll receive a preliminary edition of the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Guide with a fully-updated Daily Schedule of Events! Pre-order your 2019 edition today! Don’t miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for a 20% off the cover price! Will you be participating in Emile’s Fromage Montage? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Dates and Details Are HERE!! Will These Special Events Return for the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival? See the Latest Special Events and More Revealed for the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival View the full article

It’s a BIG DAY for NEWS about the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! Epcot Food and Wine Festival We’ve got the FULL MENUS for the Festival’s Food Booths, and additional acts have been revealed for the Festival’s popular Eat to the Beat Concert Series. We also shared that Tailgate Tasting hosted by ESPN’s Monday Night Football has been added to this year’s schedule, and we’re taking a closer look at that offering now. On select Sunday evenings throughout the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival, Tailgate Tasting hosted by ESPN’s Monday Night Football will give guests some know-how for hosting the ultimate Monday Night Football viewing party! Entrance to the Event in Epcot’s World ShowPlace The 45-minute program will present guests with a flight of 3 sample-sized food items, served with a complementary beverage tasting — all inspired by the cities playing in that week’s Monday Night Football game! For instance, it all kicks off on Sunday, September 8, 2019 with bites and sips inspired by the Monday night game: Denver Broncos vs Oakland Raiders. (You can see the complete schedule for dates and teams by clicking here!) Guests will also learn how to make the dishes on their own from culinary experts! Tailgate Tasting hosted by ESPN’s Monday Night Football will take place at the World ShowPlace Events Pavilion located between United Kingdom and Canada, and booking for this Low-Cost experience ($19 per guest) is now open on the Walt Disney World website or by calling (407) 939-3378. Check out the full schedule for Tailgate Tasting and see MORE Low-Cost Seminar and Demonstrations for the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival by clicking here! Ready to Plan for Your 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip? Pre-order the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book today! This 250+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well — including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! As part of the pre-order you’ll receive a preliminary edition of the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Guide with a fully-updated Daily Schedule of Events! Pre-order your 2019 edition today! Don’t miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for a 20% off the cover price! Would you like to check out Tailgate Tasting? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Dates and Details Are HERE!! Will These Special Events Return for the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival? See What NEW Special Events Have Been Released For The 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! View the full article

Did you hear the NEWS??? The MENUS have been released for the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Food Booths! Epcot Food and Wine Festival And along with the Big Menu Reveal, more performing artists were also announced for the Festival’s 2019 Eat to the Beat Concert Series! We gave you a glimpse here, but in case you missed it, we want to take a moment to put the spotlight on the latest updates! Sugar Ray performs during the Eat to the Beat concert series Though acts are still “To Be Determined” for September 13 -15 and November 12 – 14, we’d like to share the newest additions below! October 7-9: 98° November 15-16: BBMAK — New to the Festival! November 17-18: Spanish Harlem Orchestra — NEW to the Festival! Don’t forget to check out the full Concert Series lineup here! Visit our Eat to the Beat Concert Series page here for the full artist schedule and Dining Package information! Ready to Plan for Your 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip? Pre-order the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book today! This 250+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well — including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! As part of the pre-order you’ll receive a preliminary edition of the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Guide with a fully-updated Daily Schedule of Events! Pre-order your 2019 edition today! Don’t miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for a 20% off the cover price! Who are you hoping to catch at Eat to the Beat this year? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: NEWS! 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Eat to the Beat Concert Preliminary Artist! More Acts Revealed for Eat to the Beat Concert Series for 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Dates and Details Are HERE!! View the full article

Magical, beautiful and magnificent are a few words describing what you are about to experience when you watch the video below. Known for their musical performances at iconic locations around the world, The Piano Guys recently traveled to Pandora – The World of Avatar at Walt Disney World Resort to perform one of the most recognizable songs from the movie Avatar, “Jake’s First Flight.” The majestic floating mountains and nighttime bioluminescence were the perfect background for this inspirational song featuring pianist Jon Schmidt and cellist Steven Sharp Nelson. Prepare to take flight as we share this amazing video featuring Pandora – The World of Avatar and The Piano Guys. Experience Pandora – The World of Avatar for yourself when you visit Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, For more information visit, www.DisneyWorld.com. Accommodations and production assistance provided by Walt Disney World Resort. View the full article

Counting down to Aug. 29 and the launch of the 24th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, we have more exciting news about sips, bites and entertainment on tap for this longer-than-ever, 87-day event! Starting with sips, plan to check out the new Appleseed Orchard Marketplace which will offer a unique variety of craft brews, ciders, wines and lite bites. This new marketplace will be located next to Le Cellier Steakhouse in World Showcase. As we shared earlier, the “O Canada!” film will be refreshed with new footage and a projection-system upgrade for a visually-enhanced experience. While this behind-the-scenes work is in progress, the theater will transform to an all-new festival destination offering a cool respite. At the Appleseed Orchard Marketplace, you will be able to pair apple-inspired beers, ciders and cocktails like the Apple Blossom Sky while nibbling on Charcuterie and Cheese. Brews, ciders and wines will be offered individually or as flights. The kid-friendly Frozen Apple Pie drink will inspire a chill stroll to your next stop. More sweet and savory treats will debut at the brand-new The Alps Marketplace, where you can conjure a snow-capped setting while dipping into your dish of Warm Raclette Swiss Cheese with Baby Potatoes, Cornichons and Baguette, or Venison Stew with Crushed Potatoes paired with a refreshing Frozen Rosé. Also new this year, families can enjoy Emile’s Fromage Montage where they can sample a variety of delicious cheeses served in inventive ways. Purchase any five cheese dishes from the official Global Marketplaces listed in the Festival Passport and make sure to collect a stamp for each cheese dish purchased. Once you’ve collected all five stamps, bring the stamped Festival Passport to Shimmering Sips for a complimentary specialty cheesecake unique to the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. Tailgaters, take note! You can pair your football mania with festival fun, no grills or picnic baskets required. Bookings start today for the new Tailgate Tasting hosted by ESPN’s Monday Night Football, available select Sundays starting September 8 – November 17. The 45-minute program will pair gridiron grub with a beverage tasting inspired by the cities of pro teams playing each Monday night. Even better, you’ll learn how to prepare the dishes for your next tailgate party! We told you previously about the anticipated week-long expansion of the Disney du Jour Dance Party, with weekend Radio Disney artist appearances. Sundays through Thursdays, a DJ will lead the interactive fun. Fridays and Saturdays will feature performances by Radio Disney and Radio Disney Country artists and appearances from a few of your favorite Disney characters. Plan now to catch headliners Meg Donnelly (“With U,” Disney Channel’s Zombies) Aug. 30-31, Jenna Raine (“A Letter to Me”) Sept. 13-14, Sky Katz (“Like This,” Disney Channel’s Raven’s Home) Oct. 11-12 and JAGMAC (“Like a Band”) Oct. 18-19 – you’ll want to dance the night away with family and friends! And more NEW acts are joining the roster for the festival’s longest-ever Eat to the Beat Concert Series, returning this year from Aug. 29 – Nov. 19. Check out the full lineup here, and be sure to save the dates for returning guest favorite, 98° (“Give Me Just One Night”) Oct. 7-9, and newcomers BBMak (“Back Here”) on Nov. 15-16 and the Spanish Harlem Orchestra (“Un Gran Dia en El Barrio”) Nov. 17-18. Now, more than ever, it’s time to plan your visit to the 2019 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. For more information or to make reservations, visit TasteEpcot.com or call 407-939-3378. View the full article

When Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on August 29, we certainly expect the park experience to change in many ways. Now, we’re getting a first look at those changes! Disney’s Hollywood Studios FastPass+ We previously discovered that FastPass+ tiers at Disney’s Hollywood Studios may be changing, and now we’ve been able to see the changes for ourselves! Starting August 29, Toy Story Mania!, Slinky Dog Dash, Alien Swirling Saucers, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, AND The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror will all be Tier 1 attractions. Disney’s Hollywood Studios FastPass+ Tiers Disney’s Hollywood Studios FastPass+ All other attractions will remain in Tier 2, including Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage and Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy. Remember that Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run will NOT utilize the FastPass+ system. These FastPass+ tier changes and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will likely have a strong effect on the park experience at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. What do you think about the FastPass+ changes coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: How To Ride Slinky Dog Dash with NO WAIT! Is After Hours At Disney’s Hollywood Studios Right For YOU?? Change May Be Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ FastPass+ Tiers! What’s New at Hollywood Studios This Week: Skyliner Progress, Tatooine Traders Construction, and More Holiday Fun! View the full article

Seasons are always great inspiration in finding your #HappyPlace, and summer is no exception. A beach ball is one of the first things that comes to mind when I think of summer, and its colorful stripes helped inspire these looks at Walt Disney World Resort! While at Disney Springs, a visit to Disney Style is a must. The yellow tea cup on display is perfect for a fun photo, and this bright spirit jersey adds an extra pop of yellow! At Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, a cocktail from Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto is a refreshing way to cool down. And their red Tiki mug is a great complement to this classic Mickey t-shirt. These polka dot Minnie ears are an adorable accent to this blue outfit. The walls at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort need to be added to your next social media post. How do you find your #HappyPlace during summer at Walt Disney World Resort? View the full article

I’m a huge American history buff who celebrates my love of the U.S.A. year-round. So how does someone like me go all out around the Fourth of July? By visiting Walt Disney World Resort! I’ve spent countless Independence Days at The Most Magical Place on Earth, and the incredible patriotic atmosphere always has me feeling the stirring spirit of America from the moment I arrive. To take that feeling home in your photos, use Disney PhotoPass Service! But why wait for July 4? Start celebrating Independence Day early with special limited-time Disney PhotoPass opportunities available beginning July 3at Magic Kingdom Park! From 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. (weather permitting), look for a photographer in the East Plaza Garden who will assist you with capturing two photos and a one-of-a-kind super-zoom video from a unique angle above the theme park. This experience will be available for a limited time after the holiday, but beginning July 3, the photographer here will offer a patriotic prop you can include in your photos and video. Please note that the video can only be downloaded and shared by those with Memory Maker or Memory Maker One Day. Looking for another prop? You’re barking up the right tree! Add some stars and stripes to your photo near Partners Statue where the photographer will offer this pawsitively fetching prop. Liberty Square is my absolute favorite place at Walt Disney World Resort. Here at this land that I love, you can just feel a new nation waiting to be born. While visiting, during daylight hours be on the lookout for a photographer near the Liberty Bell who can capture Yankee Doodle-dandy photos of you enjoying the atmosphere, as well as a Muppets Magic Shot. Let freedom ring! Celebrate this grand holiday with a grand photo opportunity. Visit the Fantasyland castle wall near Prince Charming Regal Carrousel to take a photo in front of Cinderella’s Coach. At the twilight’s last gleaming, salute the “American Original” Mickey Mouse with a bokeh opportunity available on Center Street (near Uptown Jewelers). And finally, beginning at sunset, enjoy a dazzling display of red, white and blue with this light painting opportunity available behind Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe in Liberty Square. To take home and share all of your star-spangled Disney PhotoPass photos and videos from the one day of your choice, purchase Memory Maker One Day!* Learn more here. Happy Independence Day, and have fun capturing the joys of Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness with Disney PhotoPass Service. *Disney PhotoPass Service and Memory Maker are subject to the applicable terms and policies. Includes photos taken during the applicable Memory Maker Window as defined in such terms (generally, photos taken (i) within one day for Memory Maker One Day or (ii) within 30 days from the date of first activation for standard Memory Maker). If Memory Maker is purchased at the advance purchase price, any photos taken within 3 days of the date Memory Maker is purchased are not included and must be purchased separately. A MagicBand is required to receive certain attraction photos and other digital content. Online registration required. Disney PhotoPass Photos in your account will expire pursuant to the expiration policy. Downloads are restricted to personal use only. Not responsible for missing, lost or damaged photos. Subject to restrictions and change without notice. Valid theme park admission required for certain photo locations. View the full article

The 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival will run from August 29 – November 23, 2019. And the FULL Booth Menus— and even more details — are now available!! Click here to see the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Menus and start planning! Be sure to click on our individual pages from our Main Menu Page for each booth to see food photos of most of the dishes! Ready to dig in? Let’s GO! NEW 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Booths and Menu Items As always, Marketplace Food Booths will be located throughout the park, featuring new items and returning favorites! Ireland Booth NEW in 2019: Appleseed Orchard and The Alps The new Appleseed Orchard will celebrate the flavors of FALL with both sweet and savory apple plates made to pair with ciders, beers, and wines. A Charcuterie and Cheese Plate featuring Burton’s Maplewood Farm Applejack Brandy Barrel Aged Maple Syrup will be featured along with Caramel-Apple Popcorn. And take note that this is where you’ll find the Frozen Apple Pie beverage this year! Frozen Apple Pie Also look for the Apple Blossom Sky: Fanta® Apple, Ginger Beer, Floodwall Apple Brandy, Burton’s Maplewood Farm Applejack Brandy Barrel Aged Syrup and Mini Marshmallows. And The Alps will present Swiss-inspired dishes like a Venison Stew with Crushed Potatoes and Warm Raclette Swiss Cheese with Baby Potatoes, Cornichons and Baguette. Returning Booths — With NEW Surprises! With over 30 locations to visit, several favorite booth and menu items will be returning… Guinness Bailey’s Shake Ireland will serve up that Guinness Baileys Shake again, for instance. Cheers! And, of course, lots of NEW menu items will be hitting the scene. France will serve up a Fondue Savoyarde of Imported Cheeses and Chardonnay served with Croutons along with the returning Croissant aux Escargots and more. Croissant aux Escargots with Garlic and Parsley China will change things up a lot this year with three new food items including Wuxi Spareribs and a Mala Chicken and Shrimp Bao Bun. Epcot Food and Wine Festival: China Booth The featured drink at China’s booth will be the Year of the Piggy! It’s Light Rum, Triple Sec, Lychee Syrup, Lime Juice, and Sprite. Flavors from Fire will be hosted by ESPN’s College GameDay this year! Steakhouse Blended Burger Look for the blended beef and mushroom Steakhouse Blended Burger here this year (it debuted at last year’s also-returning Earth Eats). The Shimmering Sips Mimosa Bar will return with a Cheesecake Trio of Raspberry, Chocolate, and New York-Style Cheesecake Bites to enjoy with your sips (and, yes, the Mimosa Flight will be back, too)! Mimosas! The fun will once again extend to Additional Festival Locations like the Refreshment Port, where the Festival Poutine will be a Duck Confit Poutine with Fig Demi Sauce and Brie Cheese Fondue! Refreshment Port Look for a BBQ Bloody Mary here, too! And that’s just a glimpse! You can see it ALL on our 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Menus and Food Photos page! Click here to see the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Menus and start planning! Tailgate Tasting hosted by ESPN’s Monday Night Football Are you ready for some FOOTBALL?! Tailgate Tasting hosted by ESPN’s Monday Night Football has been added to this year’s Festival’s events, taking place on Sunday Nights at the World ShowPlace! Entrance to the Event in Epcot’s World ShowPlace The 45-minute event will teach YOU how to “host the best Monday Night Football viewing party on the block!” Click here to see more info about the Tailgate Tasting on our Low Cost/Free Events page! MORE Acts for Eat to the Beat Announced! Additional acts announced for the Eat to the Beat Concert Series include 98°, and NEW to the Festival BBMAK, and the Spanish Harlem Orchestra! Sugar Ray performs during the Eat to the Beat concert series See the Eat to the Beat schedule and Concert Series Lineup here! Good thing the weekend is almost here, because hopefully you’ll have some extra time to start planning YOUR visit to the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! Ready to Plan for Your 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip? Pre-order the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book today! This 250+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well — including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! As part of the pre-order you’ll receive a preliminary edition of the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Guide with a fully-updated Daily Schedule of Events! Pre-order your 2019 edition today! Don’t miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for a 20% off the cover price! Are you planning to go to the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Dates and Details Are HERE!! Will These Special Events Return for the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival? See What NEW Special Events Have Been Released For The 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! View the full article

It’s time to see What’s New in the Most Magical Place on Earth! Move It! Shake It! MousekeDance It! Street Party It’s Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, and we’re checking out new treats, a VERY special Popcorn Bucket, construction around the Kingdom, and more. Please join us! What’s New at the Confectioneries and Carts Toy Story treats have taken over the bakery cases at The Confectionery on Main Street, U.S.A. and Big Top Treats in Storybook Circus! Toy Story treats These are, of course, in celebration of the arrival of Toy Story 4 in movie theaters. Have you seen it yet?!? Big Top Treats case And at a few Popcorn Carts around Magic Kingdom (for instance, the one near the Hub to the right facing Cinderella Castle), you can currently find the Steamboat Willie Popcorn Bucket! Steamboat Willie Popcorn Bucket It’s $18.00 and will be available while supplies last. Steamboat Willie Popcorn Bucket What’s New on Main Street, U.S.A. Don’t fret if you don’t see the classic baseball player statues that typically stand guard outside of Casey’s Corner. An Empty Corner They’re just gone for a little refurb, and will be back at bat soon. But here are some pictures, in case you miss them in the meantime… Casey’s Corner baseball player Casey’s Corner baseball player What’s New in Fantasyland Here’s the latest look at the construction work widening the pathway around Cinderella Castle… Work around Cinderella Castle The work is being done on the pathway from Liberty Square to the Castle. Work around Cinderella Castle Work around Cinderella Castle Work around Cinderella Castle If you need to cool off when you’re in Magic Kingdom (and you probably will — it’s HOT out there, folks!), you can currently grab a Joffrey’s Cold Brew Coffee — with an added flavor or without — at Pinocchio Village Haus. Cold Brew Coffee sign There was also a new merchandise cart outside of the Village Haus during our stroll. But, of course, these things do tend to make their way around… Fantasyland Merchandise Cart Fantasyland Merchandise Cart Don’t forget your sunscreen! What’s New in Tomorrowland Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant is now sporting the updated Tomorrowland orange and yellow color scheme thanks to some fresh coats of paint on the ceiling. Tomorrowland Terrace new color scheme Tomorrowland Terrace new color scheme Tomorrowland Terrace new color scheme Joffrey’s Revive continues to serve up all the caffeine and treats you need as you blast off in Tomorrowland! Joffrey’s Revive Kiosk in Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland New donut flavors on our last visit included S’mores, Raspberry, and Fruity Pebbles. Donuts at Joffrey’s While we’re here, let’s check out the latest construction for the TRON Coaster! TRON construction The highly-anticipated ride will open before Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebration in 2021. TRON construction What’s New in Magic Kingdom’s Shops — New Merchandise Uptown Jewelers is our first stop to check out merchandise where the new Toy Story Dress Shop Dress ($128.00) and Toy Story Dooney & Bourke bags are currently in stock. Toy Story Dress Toy Story Dooney & Bourke bags Toy Story Dooney & Bourke bags This is also where you’ll find The Little Mermaid Diaper Backpack by Petunia Pickle Bottom ($164.95). The Little Mermaid Diaper Backpack The Little Mermaid Diaper Backpack set Mickey’s Star Traders in Tomorrowland is where we found the largest collection of the new themed Backpacks yet! Backpacks These include designs paying tribute to Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room and the Haunted Mansion ($29.99 each). Tiki Room Backpack Haunted Mansion Backpack Backpacks Three new sets of Beverage Holders can now be found featuring Mickey and Minnie, Grumpy, and Cinderella and her Castle ($14.99 each). Beverage Holders Beverage Holders Beverage Holders Beverage Holders Beverage Holders Beverage Holders These join the Mickey one which has been available for some time. Mickey Drink Holder We also spotted this Mickey Balloons Phone Case ($34.99). Mickey Balloons Phone Case Mickey Balloons Phone Case Not a bad way to take one of THESE… Balloons on Main Street, U.S.A. … home with you from Magic Kingdom! We hope you’ll stayed tuned to DFB as we continue to bring you What’s New from Disney Parks and Resorts! Want to keep exploring Magic Kingdom with us? Then check out our DFB YouTube Video! What’s your very favorite thing about Magic Kingdom? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: What’s NEW at Magic Kingdom: New Starbucks Mugs, Candy Corn Sundae, and MORE What’s New in Magic Kingdom: Lots of New Treats, Construction Updates, Aladdin Goodies, and More! What’s New at Magic Kingdom: Construction Updates, Dumbo Dooneys, Restaurant Refurbishments, and more!! View the full article

Tonight’s “After Dark” blog post was inspired by Independence Day at Walt Disney World Resort, which is right around the corner! Here, photographer Mark Willard gives us a glimpse of the lovely “Disney’s Celebrate America – A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky” fireworks show that lights up the sky above Magic Kingdom Park each July 4. If you’re not celebrating the Fourth of July at Walt Disney World Resort this year, make sure you join us here on the Disney Parks Blog at 9:13 p.m. ET for our live stream of “Disney’s Celebrate America – A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky” fireworks show from Magic Kingdom Park! View the full article

After the sun goes down, the party kicks off! In 2012, Disney Pixar released “Partysaurus Rex,” a Toy Story Toon starring none other than Rex the Dinosaur. Five years later, Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon brought the story from “Partysaurus Rex” to life with Disney H2O Glow Nights after-hours party. Returning this summer, Disney H2O Glow Nights features unique Toy Story-themed food and beverage offerings, character greetings and limited wait times at your favorite Typhoon Lagoon attractions. Check out the video to see all of the magical details that let you experience the world of Toy Story in a whole new way! Don’t miss your chance to party like Partysaurus Rex at Disney H2O Glow Nights! The ultimate summer glow party takes place on select nights through August 24, 2019. You can purchase your tickets in advance to save. View the full article

Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes in Disneyland Resort’s Downtown Disney District serves up terrific eats, indeed. Black Tap Craft Burger and Shakes However, the spot’s signature CrazyShakes have to be seen — and certainly tasted — to be believed! Black Tap has shared a peek at some July specialties on the way, starting with the limited-time Red, White & Blue Cake Shake in celebration of the Fourth of July! Red, White & Blue Cake Shake ©Black Tap From July 3 – 7, 2019, the Red, White & Blue Cake Shake — created in collaboration with Billy’s Bakery — will bring together a vanilla shake and a vanilla frosted rim with red, white and blue sprinkles topped with red, white and blue cake (!!!), whipped cream, and MORE sprinkles! Oh, and a cherry on top . The Red, White, & Blue Cake Shake will be $19.00. But the Fourth isn’t the only occasion the spot will celebrate in July. Black Tap serves up all of their CrazyShakes with a vanilla ice cream base. So they invite guests to celebrate National Vanilla Ice Cream Day on July 23 with any of their shakes. The spotlight will be on the classic Vanilla Shake ($9.00). But if you’re really hankering for a CrazyShake, Black Tap recommends the Cookie Shake ($15.00)! Cookie Shake You can read all about this awesome CrazyShake here! National Wing Day is July 29, and Black Tap welcomes you to celebrate with some of their new wing flavors! Chicken Wings ©Black Tap New choices include Texas BBQ (tossed in a sweet, Texas-style BBQ sauce, garnished with scallions and served with buttermilk dill), Carolina BBQ (tossed in a sweet and smoky Carolina style BBQ sauce made with Sweet Baby Ray’s and smoky spices, garnished with parsley and served with buttermilk dill) and Mexican Hot Sauce (tossed in a spicy hot sauce with Frank’s and Valentina’s hot sauce, garnished with scallions and served with a creamy bleu cheese). Chicken Wings ©Black Tap Seems like no matter which day in July you visit Black Tap, it’s gonna be a good one! Check out our Disneyland Food Reviews here! Have you visited Black Tap yet? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: First Look and Review! Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District! See the CrazyShakes To-Go Menu With A First Look at Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes in the Downtown Disney District! Opening Soon! Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District View the full article

Are you a breakfast person? I sure am! I love a good breakfast to get the day off to a sunny start! The Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort has plenty of delicious options to choose from to fuel up for an exciting day in the parks! As the morning sunlight cascades across the promenade and the Disney-themed background music plays, it’s a refreshing way to begin your day with any of these seven sensational breakfast favorites: La Brea Bakery Café Short Rib Hash Two sunny side up eggs, breakfast potatoes, onions and red bell peppers *serving breakfast until 3 p.m. Catal Restaurant/Uva Bar Chilaquiles Tortilla chips, chorizo, queso fresco, ranchero sauce, two fried eggs, spicy crema, guacamole Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen Cinnamon “French Toast” Dippers Classic beignets cut into “sticks” and dusted with cinnamon-powdered sugar with syrup for dipping Earl of Sandwich Bacon, Egg & Cheddar Sandwich Bacon, eggs, cheddar cheese and breakfast sauce Starbucks Sous Vide Egg Bites, Egg White and Red Pepper Cage-free eggs prepared using the French “sous vide” technique resulting in a velvety texture; together with creamy Monterey Jack cheese, spinach and fire-roasted red peppers Hearty Blueberry Oatmeal A blend of rolled and steel-cut oats with blueberries and agave syrup Tortilla Jo’s Taqueria at Tortilla Jo’s Huevos Rancheros Two corn tortillas topped with eggs over easy, refried beans, salsa ranchera and cotija cheese Served with red rice These are just a few of the delectable, must-try breakfast dishes in the Downtown Disney District. Be sure to check the menus for a full list of selections, hours of offerings and share with your server if you have special dietary requirements. What’s on your plate for breakfast? View the full article

As many of you likely already know — especially if you’ve visited Disney’s Animal Kingdom — Disney is very committed to supporting wildlife conservation efforts. Special Edition Simba and Nala Plush And with the new version of The Lion King officially coming to theaters NEXT MONTH (I’m literally jumping with excitement), Disney is focusing their conservation efforts even more. Sadly, since the original version of The Lion King was released 25 years ago, Africa has lost half the population of its lions. This brings Africa’s number of lions to about 20,000. As part of the “Protect the Pride” campaign — which we chatted about a few weeks ago — Disney has teamed up with the Wildlife Conservation Network’s Lion Recovery Fund (LRF). With this campaign, Disney has already donated a whopping $1.5 million to save the lions. With the help of others, they hope to double that number and bring the total to $3 million. Ultimately, the goal is to double the lion population by 2050. Kilimanjaro Safaris So, how can you help? Well, Disney has shared that their conservation fund will donate $2 (up to $350,000) for every person who rides Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney’s Animal Kingdom during the opening week of The Lion King. So if you find yourself in Walt Disney World from July 19 – 25, 2019, make sure you hop on the Safari! Learn more about the “Protect the Pride” campaign here! Disney also shared this inspiring video, which literally gave me goosebumps. It will be such a joy to ride one of my favorite attractions while contributing to a wonderful cause! Did you know about Disney’s conservation efforts? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Special Edition “The Lion King” Plush Benefits The Wildlife Conservation Network’s Lion Recovery Fund in Animal Kingdom Review! The Lion King Snacks in Animal Kingdom: Bugs ‘n Grubs Waffle Cone Review! The Lion King Snacks in Animal Kingdom: Simba Ice Cream Sandwich View the full article

Disney California Adventure’s Pixar Pier is full of excitement and joy. From the Incredicoaster to Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff, we love everything this innovative land has to offer. Pixar Pier And if you want the opportunity to visit Pixar Pier for yourself, now is your chance! Now through July 10, 2019, you can enter once per day for the Pixar Pier Rootin’ Tootin’ Sweepstakes! The sweepstakes includes four days/three nights at the Disneyland Resort, roundtrip coach airfare, hotel accommodations, 4-day Park Hopper tickets, a Disneyland VIP Tour Guide for one day, a Disney Gift Card and more! Pixar Pier Follow this link to enter and read the rules for the Sweepstakes. From Disney Parks Blog: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Enter Sweepstakes between 6/12/19 at 12:00 PM PDT and 7/10/19 at 11:59 PM PDT. Open to legal residents of the 50 U.S. & D.C. and Canada (excluding Quebec), who are 18+ at time of entry. Limit 1 entry per person per day. See Official Rules for full details on how to enter, eligibility requirements, odds of winning, prize descriptions and limitations. Void in Quebec and where prohibited. Good luck! Check out our Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! And watch our DFB YouTube Video to see Pixar Pier in action!  What’s your favorite attraction on Pixar Pier? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Breaking! NEW Dining Spots Coming to Disneyland’s Pixar Pier; PLUS Pixar Fest Food Sneak Peek… PIXAR PIER SUPER SNEAK PREVIEW! Tons of NEW Info on Food, Attractions, and MORE! REVIEW! Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff Confectionery at Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure! View the full article

We’ve kept up with the progress of Disneyland Resort’s Pixar Pals Parking Structure, and today we have some exciting news to share! Pixar Pals Parking Structure The new parking structure will officially open for guest parking on Sunday, June 30! Pixar Pals Parking Structure The Pixar Pals garage will add more than 5,000 parking spaces to Disneyland Resort property. The parking structure will feature additional entry lanes and a new electronic inventory system to simplify guest parking and reduce resort traffic. Pixar Pals Parking Structure Disneyland has also begun installing the Magic Way Pedestrian Bridge, which will transport visitors from Pixar Pals to the rest of the Disneyland Resort. According to Disney Parks Blog, “the new bridge provides convenience, enhances safety, and improves traffic circulation.” Disney also shared the video below:  Are you as excited about the Pixar Pals parking structure as we are? Let us know in the comments! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Related posts: What’s New at Disneyland! A Dole Whip Price Increase and MORE! What’s New at Disneyland Resort This Week! What’s New at Disneyland! Menu Updates, More Construction, and Merchandise from Sea to Shining Sea! View the full article

Grab your best shades, Disney Parks Blog fans, it’s National Sunglasses Day! And today, with beautiful clear skies in Central Florida, thousands of guests are sporting their coolest sunglasses at the Walt Disney World Resort. Just hours ago, we ran into several families and guests celebrating National Sunglasses Day with UV protected Mickey Mouse shades at Epcot. Other guests outside the Spaceship Earth attraction are protecting their vision and looking sharp in Disney-inspired shades. If you’re looking for your own Disney shades, all of these styles and more can be found throughout Disney Parks as well as ShopDisney.com. And just for the occasion, we dug up a special image of Mickey Mouse also looking stylish in his bright yellow sunglasses back in 1988. Mickey’s shades were the perfect complement to his yellow shoes! Are you celebrating National Sunglasses Day? Let us know here or visit @DisneyParks on Twitter. View the full article

Last year, we announced plans to build another parking structure adjacent to Mickey & Friends. The new structure, called Pixar Pals, features familiar friends from Disney and Pixar films such as “Coco,” “Monsters, Inc.” and “Inside Out.” Today, we’re excited to announce that Pixar Pals will be open for guest parking beginning June 30 – months ahead of schedule! Pixar Pals will add more than 5,000 parking spaces to the west side of the Disneyland Resort. With additional entry lanes and a new electronic inventory system, the new parking structure will expedite guest parking and reduce traffic around the resort. Additionally, we began installing the Magic Way Pedestrian Bridge, which is set to be completed by mid-September. This new bridge will connect visitors from Pixar Pals—over Magic Way—to the rest of the resort, allowing guests the option to stroll through the Downtown Disney District to the theme parks’ Main Entrance. By eliminating the foot traffic crossing the street at Disneyland Drive and Magic Way, the new bridge provides convenience, enhances safety, and improves traffic circulation. These parking and transportation enhancements—along with other existing parking options throughout the resort area—are designed to improve parking and traffic flow to continue to enhance the overall guest experience at the Disneyland Resort. View the full article

Our latest Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise was a voyage for the ages, sailing from San Diego, Calif., to Vancouver, B.C., with stops in San Francisco, Calif., and Victoria, B.C. – and an envelope-pushing lineup of special entertainment – in between. With more than a little help from our friends at The Walt Disney Studios, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, The Muppets Studio, Disney Music Group, ABC, Disney Theatrical Productions, The Walt Disney Family Museum and other creative collaborators, Disney Vacation Club proudly presented a special entertainment lineup unlike any other, elevating the already spectacular Disney Cruise Line experience with a dizzying array of unique shows created with Members in mind. Whether Members were rubbing elbows with legends or meeting a Muppet, peeking behind the scenes or seeing into the future, this Membership Magic event once again raised the bar for an enduring Disney Vacation Club tradition. As we continue developing a brand new lineup of special entertainment for our Oct. 5-12 Member Cruise sailing from New York City, we thought we’d take a moment to share this fun look back at some highlights from May. The video moves almost as quickly as our cruise seemed to end. Time flies when you’re sailing with Members. (And Muppets.) As a part of Membership Extras, an incidental benefit, these member benefits are subject to change, availability or termination and may require a fee. Membership Extras are available with eligible ownership interests. Visit http://disneyvacationclub.com/memextraspolicy for more information. View the full article