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In a serendipitous moment, Andrea Zimmerman stopped the safari truck full of tourists at Animal Kingdom on a route she often drives 10 times a day. Only a few feet away from the road, a giraffe named Mara was giving birth. Zimmerman shot out facts (Did you know a giraffe’s tongue is 18 inches long?)... View the full article

As construction continues on the Guardians of the Galaxy attraction coming to Epcot, fans of the film franchise can enjoy a Guardians experience in the park in the meantime. Because this summer, Guardians of the Galaxy — Awesome Mix Live! will return to Epcot! Guardians of the Galaxy — Awesome Mix Live! ©Disney Star-Lord and Gamora will “take you on a musical journey through the cosmos” once again, performing hits from Star-Lord’s Awesome Mix tapes. Live shows will be performed daily from June 14 – August 18, 2019. We wonder if any of the specialty themed treats found at Fife & Drum Tavern last summer will return for the occasion, too? Fife and Drum Guardians of the Galaxy Items from 2018 We’ll keep you posted! Want to stay informed of ALL the Disney News?? Sign Up for the Disney Food Blog Newsletter and don’t miss a thing! Click HERE to subscribe! Are you glad to know that Awesome Mix Live! is returning to Epcot? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: NEWS!! Star Wars Hotel, Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, Pixar Pier Details Sneak Peek! Check Out the Ride Vehicle and More for Epcot’s Guardians of the Galaxy Ride! 2018 Disney World Candlelight Processional Booking to Begin Soon — PLUS Narrators Announced! View the full article

Walt Disney World debuted its new-look Pixar Place at Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park on Friday. It comes complete with “Incredibles” experiences — think dance party — and a re-imagined space previously known as the way into Toy Story Mania. Here’s what we saw on Day One. What: Pixar Place... View the full article

2019 is shaping up to be ah-mazing at Walt Disney World! All four parks are kicking off new and limited time experiences including Mickey and Minnie’s Surprise Celebration in Magic Kingdom and the 2019 Epcot Festival of the Arts. And now? We’re in Disney’s Hollywood Studios… An Incredible Celebration So you can join us for An Incredible Celebration at Pixar Place! An Incredible Celebration! We’re bringing you all the fun from Disney’s Hollywood Studios today, and if you love a Pixar tie-in, this fun is made for you! Frozone at The Super Shindig The Incredibles are blasting into Hollywood Studios as Pixar Place transforms into a Municiberg city block. The details here are fun and thoughtful, helping guests to immerse themselves in the super-family’s city! Municiberg transformation As guests explore the block, they find a party to celebrate the Incredibles characters’ Super Deeds! The Super Shindig Celebrate Mr. Incredible, Mrs. Incredible, and Frozone with an energetic party complete with music and dancing at The Super Shindig! The Super Shindig Super Shindig Host But if you’re missing Jack-Jack, be sure to keep your eyes peeled for clues to his whereabouts. Here’s a hint… Follow the Cookie Crumbs! You’re also able to meet Edna Mode in an exclusive location where she’s showing off some of her creative suit designs. The Edna Mode Experience You won’t find any capes here, but you can get a pic for your autograph book or Instagram! Edna Mode In addition to the Incredibles crew, be on the lookout for Mike Wazowski and James P. Sullivan from Monsters, Inc.! Sully and Mike You’ll find them just down the way at Walt Disney Presents where they’re meeting guests… but you’ll have to enter through a door to the monster world in order to find them! Sully and Mike Which is totally worth it! Mike and Sully are a fun and colorful meet-and-greet! Sully and Mike are waiting to meet you Of course, if you’re hungry in the reinvented Pixar Place, there’s a snack for that… thanks to the NEW Neighborhood Bakery! Neighborhood Bakery Neighborhood Bakery The Bakery is serving up some incredible treats, like Num Num Cookies and Key Lime Pie on a stick! Num Num Cookie Key Lime Pie on a Stick But there’s even more to find here at the Neighborhood Bakery. So much so, in fact, that we wrote a whole post about it, so just click here to see it all! Neighborhood Bakery Treats Secret Identity Slushy So channel your inner super hero for An Incredible Celebration at Pixar Place in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Want to stay informed of ALL the Disney News?? Sign Up for the Disney Food Blog Newsletter and don’t miss a thing! Click HERE to subscribe! Are you hoping to take part in An Incredible Celebration? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: The BEST Treats To Try at Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ Flurry of Fun in Disney World! Check Out the Eats (Num Num Cookies and MORE!) at the NEW Neighborhood Bakery at An Incredible Celebration in Hollywood Studios! What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios: May 2, 2018 View the full article

Completing the 48.6-mile Dopey Challenge during Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend would have been impressive enough in its own right, but Ron Wertley, from Tampa, Fla., took things to another level. That’s because he took on the challenge of running the 5K, 10K, half marathon and full marathon in successive days while undergoing chemotherapy treatments for cancer. Ron was first diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, a type of cancer of the blood and bone marrow, and given a 40-percent survival chance just after he completed the Dopey Challenge in 2018. Determined to keep his “perfect” status (he has run in every Dopey Challenge with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Team In Training and raised more than $22,000 to help support lifesaving research, patient support and education, and advocacy efforts that benefit blood cancer patients since 2014!), Ron continued to train for this year’s challenge while going through chemo. Nearly a year of aggressive chemo treatments sent the cancer into remission, but December brought news that the cancer had returned, and with it comes a 30-day stint in the hospital and an aggressive chemo regimen to combat the disease again. But with the support of his 420 LLS Team In Training teammates, Ron completed his sixth Dopey Challenge, which is a testament to his fortitude, determination and grit. Check out this video for more of Ron’s inspiring journey: Do you have an inspiring runDisney story? Share it with us! Please send an email with the details of your story to WDPR.DisneySportsStories@disney.com. And there’s still time to be a part of the next runDisney race weekend at Walt Disney World Resort! Visit runDisney.com to learn more about the Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend presented by Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (Feb. 21-24) and Star Wars Rival Run Weekend presented by OtterBox (April 4-7). View the full article

It’s time to have a good time at Magic Kingdom Park with Mickey & Minnie’s Surprise Celebration. we’re honoring the true originals with new entertainment, merchandise, and of course, FOOD! Throughout the year, we’ll have an array of specialty food, beverage, and novelty offerings inspired by Mickey and Minnie – and you never know what you might find. The items listed below all start today, so be sure to come on out and try them before they’re gone! First up, you’ll find a familiar burger at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café. That’s right – the Mickey Burger is back! This angus burger comes with macaroni and cheese, American cheese, cheese sauce, flaming hot cheese dust, and bacon served on a Mickey Mouse bun. Over at the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor, you can find the Minnie Kitchen Sink. This fun novelty item comes filled with two hand-scoops of ice cream topped with whipped cream, cherries, and your choice of hot fudge, peanut butter, or caramel. Share it with a friend for ultimate deliciousness and fun! Head on over to Gaston’s Tavern in Fantasyland to sip on the Now and Forever Slush – a sparkling cider slush served in a Champagne flute and garnished with a white chocolate-dipped strawberry featuring Mickey and Minnie. This tasty treat will be available through the end of February. If you’re dining at The Crystal Palace, Jungle Navigation Co. LTD Skipper Canteen, or Tony’s Town Square Restaurant, you can add a sweet ending to your meal with the True Love Cheesecake, available through February 15. This strawberry-vanilla marble cheesecake comes with raspberry purée, whipped cream, and a Mickey and Minnie chocolate piece. Everyone’s favorite pal is also back, and he’s even wearing his birthday hat – the Mickey Sipper and Birthday Hat Novelty Straw will be returning and available at various quick-service restaurants throughout the park. Note: this fun sipper is only available while supplies last! Mickey & Minnie’s Surprise Celebration runs through September at Magic Kingdom Park. Remember, these offerings will change throughout the year, so be sure to keep checking the Disney Parks Blog for updates and new info! For more information and to make reservations, visit the Walt Disney World Resort website or call 407 WDW-DINE (407 939-3463). View the full article

Today’s the day! We’re LIVE at the Epcot International Festival of the Arts — a celebration of the Visual, Performing, and Culinary Arts!! 2019 Festival of the Arts Passport And you know what that means… We’re bringing you ALL of the Festival of the Arts FOOD and more! This year’s Festival of the Arts features 14 food booths — also known as Food Studios — and 6 other locations with Festival-specific eats and drinks with an emphasis on artistic presentation. Espresso art at Joffrey’s in Future World There may even be a few surprises along the way… Festival of the Arts-inspired Seasonal Dessert at Sunshine Seasons Plus there are demos, live performances, and artists creating masterpieces right before your eyes! YOU may even get to take a part in the ART… Figment Interactive Mural from the 2017 Festival of the Arts We’re spending today gathering food booth menus with prices and pictures of every single item! And to help you decide what you’ve absolutely GOT TO TRY, we’ll bring you our Best of the Fest later today! Chocolate, Peanut Butter and Pretzel Crunch Kick off the 2019 Year in Epcot Festivals with your pals here at the DFB! Don’t miss a bite! Check out our food booth menus — with pictures added all day long! What’s your favorite part of Epcot’s International Festival of the Arts? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: Epcot Food and Wine Festival Events UPDATE! What’s Back and What’s NOT RETURNING! What You Need to Know BEFORE You Book Your Epcot Food and Wine Festival Events! Tips From the DFB Guide: Do I Need Advance Dining Reservations During the Epcot Food and Wine Festival? View the full article

You know how we at the DFB feel about poutine. We love it so much we created a poutine crawl last year. We visit The Daily Poutine in Disney Springs often to sample their limited time offerings. And if we spot poutine on a menu, we pretty much can’t help ourselves. So secret menu poutine at Le Cellier? Yeah, we gotta tell you about this one! Le Cellier Steakhouse It’s called Annual Passholder Poutine — but you don’t need to have an Annual Pass to get it! Here’s the deal: if you are an AP and make an Advance Dining Reservation for Le Cellier via the My Disney Experience app, you’ll get a special menu that highlights The Annual Passholder Poutine. Annual Passholder Menu with Poutine This dish is essentially the Le Cellier Signature Poutine with fries, Canadian cheddar, truffle, and red wine reduction. Signature Poutine But it’s not on the regular menu, so how do you order this deliciousness if you’re not an Annual Passholder? You just ask for it — simple as that! The trick is that it won’t be on your menu, so you’ll need to know to order. And now you know! Don’t want to miss any other Disney Parks tips? Sign up for the DFB Newsletter, and we’ll keep you connected! What’s your favorite secret menu item? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Disney World’s Poutine Obsession: 15 Ways To Get Your French Fry Fix Tips From the DFB Guide: Do I Need Advance Dining Reservations During the Epcot Food and Wine Festival? Guest Review: The NEW Tea Experience at Epcot’s Rose & Crown Dining Room! View the full article

Welcome to the NEW Neighborhood Bakery on Pixar Place!! Neighborhood Bakery This new spot is serving up some incredible eats for An Incredible Celebration at Pixar Place in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Neighborhood Bakery We’ll be bringing you LOTS more fun from what is now a Municiberg city block at this new event that is kicking off TODAY in the park which also features a dance party with Mr. Incredible., Mrs. Incredible, and Frozone at the “Super Shindig” and greetings with Edna Mode herself! An Incredible Celebration But we had to let you know about the Neighborhood Bakery ASAP, because… did somebody say Num Num Cookies?!? Num Num Cookie How about Key Lime Pie on a stick? Key Lime Pie on a stick Ok, I’m getting ahead of myself. Let’s take a look at the menu first! Neighborhood Bakery Menu An Incredible Hero Sandwich offers a substantial, super hero sized bite of Italian meats and cheese topped with an olive tapenade on a hero roll. Incredible Hero Sandwich It’s served with Lays Chips. And you may recognize the Mask Pretzel with cheese from its debut last summer in Magic Kingdom. Mask Pretzel But we’re MOST EXCITED to see the Num Num Cookie on the menu!! Num Num Cookie This scrumptious, warm and gooey chocolate chip cookie makes its way here after becoming a BIG HIT at Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure! Num Nums Cookies We’re SO pumped that it’s now available for Disney World guests! But that’s not all… you’ve got a choice to make between the Num Num Cookie OR the new Key Lime Pie ON A STICK! Key Lime Pie and Apple Cobbler Menu Sweet and tart and wrapped in a crunchy sweet coating, it’s a super fun and tasty pie popsicle! Key Lime Pie on a stick Oh, who are we kidding? Why choose between this AND a Num Num Cookie when you can just get both?!? Key Lime Pie on a stick But that’s not all… if you’re making yourself at home in Municiberg, then you can try a home-style Apple Cobbler, which is also fitting in these cooler months of the event’s debut. Apple Cobbler But when the temps warm up? Slushies also make the list, complete with Incredible themes! The Secret Identity is a Frozen Coke slush topped with cherry cotton candy! Secret Identity And the Frozone Slush is blue raspberry with whipped cream to cut through the tart taste a bit. (And check out those pop rocks for an extra surprise!) Frozone Slush And I’m sure you’ve noticed the souvenir straws! The Incredibles Straw is $4.00. And get a load of the Pixar Luxo Lamp and Ball straw, too! Pixar Luxo Lamp and Ball Straws There is SO much more fun to come from An Incredible Celebration at Pixar Place! An Incredible Celebration So stay tuned with us right here on DFB! Want to stay informed of ALL the Disney News?? Sign Up for the Disney Food Blog Newsletter and don’t miss a thing! Click HERE to subscribe! Are you excited to visit the Neighborhood Bakery? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: First Look: NEW Disney’s Hollywood Studios Holiday Decor!! What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: March 14, 2018 What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios: May 2, 2018 View the full article

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It’s time to begin Mickey and Minnie’s Surprise Celebration in Magic Kingdom… and YOU’RE INVITED!! You’re Invited to Mickey and Minnie’s Surprise Celebration! The celebration features special entertainment, snacks, character meet and greets and more… all to honor the 90th Anniversary of Mickey Mouse and his best gal, Minnie Mouse! And the party will continue through September 30, 2019! We are LIVE at Magic Kingdom throughout the day, so please come back and join us right back here for all the fun!! Are you ready? Because here we GO!! Mickey and Minnie in their Celebration Outfits! Move It! Shake It! MousekeDance It! Street Party It’s an all-new street party for Mickey and Minnie with the Move It! Shake It! MousekeDance It! Street Party! Get down with Mickey, Minnie, and more favorite pals right in front of Cinderella Castle. Times Guide The show features an all-new song, “It’s A Good Time,” as well as performances by live singers performing new arrangements of classic “Mickey Mouse Club” songs! New Parade Info in Magic Kingdom Guide Map And to be sure you won’t miss it, you’ll want to check your Times Guide in the park or the My Disney Experience app, with current performances listed for 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM, and 5:45 PM. Mickey and Minnie in Celebration Outfits Remember: Mickey and Minnie will be donning their new extra-festive costumes (as seen above) during the new street party! Mickey and Minnie Meet and Greet Mickey and Minnie will also be sporting their celebration outfits in Town Square Theater at their Celebration Meet and Greet, so you can get your pictures (and hugs) with both of them! Meet Mickey and Minnie! Meet Mickey and Minnie! While Minnie vacates her regular Magic Kingdom greeting spot at Pete’s Silly Sideshow, Pluto will be greeting there. Mickey and Minnie Meet and Greet Celebration Central Also in Town Square Theater, you’ll want to visit Celebration Central. Celebration Central Celebration Central Step inside and sign a guestbook letting Mickey and Minnie know what a blast you had at their celebration and wishing them many more happy Ears… I mean, YEARS! Celebration Central Celebration Central Music for Mickey and Minnie Throughout the celebration, you’ll hear songs that honor Mickey and Minnie performed by the Dapper Dans on Main Street, U.S.A. Magic Kingdom Times Guide And you may hear a celebratory tune or two when stopping by Casey’s Corner to listen to the piano player. Magic Kingdom Times Guide Surprise Celebration Snacks There is LOTS more where this comes from, but we wanted to at least give you a peek at some of the specialty snacks we’re starting to see (and taste!) in Magic Kingdom for the Celebration! For instance, you can toast the happy couple with the non-alcoholic Now and Forever Slush at Gaston’s Tavern! Now and Forever Slush sign It’s a refreshing frozen sparkling cider. Now and Forever Slush And it’s topped with a white chocolate strawberry! Now and Forever Slush And at Comic Ray’s you’ll find some familiar additions from Mickey’s official birthday celebration which took place in November starting with Mickey and Minnie’s Surprise Celebration Mickey Cheeseburger topped with Mickey’s favorite thing… a ton of CHEESE! Mickey Cheeseburger Macaroni and Cheese, American Cheese, Cheese Sauce, Flaming Hot Cheese Dust and Bacon are completed with a signature Mickey Mouse Bun and served with French Fries! You’ll also spy this adorable Souvenir Sipper at Cosmic Ray’s! Mickey Souvenir Sipper Doesn’t this sight just make you happy?!? Mickey Souvenir Sippers! Merchandise You can continue to Celebrate Mickey and Minnie even after your visit by picking up specialty merchandise available throughout the park (and you may spy these items in other parks, too). Here’s just a glimpse at a few items we’ve spotted so far! Celebrate Mickey Merchandise Mouse Party Pin Let’s Celebrate Pin Unlock the Fun! Pin Sequined Youth Celebrate Mickey T-shirt Celebrate Mickey Sweatshirt Don’t forget… We’ll be updating this post throughout the day with MORE MICKEY AND MINNIE CELEBRATION FUN! So be sure to join us right back here! Because it’s time to CELEBRATE! You’re Invited to Celebrate Mickey and Minnie with us! Are you EXCITED to celebrate Mickey and Minnie?! Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Sneak Peek! Mickey & Minnie’s 90th Anniversary Celebration Outfits Move It! Shake It! MousekeDance It! And More Coming to Magic Kingdom in 2019! HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MICKEY!!! We’re Celebrating Mickey’s 90th in Magic Kingdom! View the full article

Disney Cruise Line is getting more comfortable away from Florida ahead of its fleet expansion. The Port of Galveston signed a 10-year agreement for an increase in presence from the cruise line, which has sailed seasonally there since 2012. Disney Magic or Disney Wonder, the line’s smallest and... View the full article

For several hours one night, every single guest in Andy’s backyard at Toy Story Land was named “Andy!” Fifty people with variations of the name Andy were invited to an after-hours “Andy Night” celebration of creativity in the new land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and we thought you’d like to see. For “Andy Night,” we searched for 50 Andys who had a flair for being imaginative and invited each to experience Andy’s creativity in Toy Story Land. The group of guests included students named Andi, a concept designer named Andrew, Internet personality, Andre Meadows, and even popular actress Andrea Barber. During the night, visiting Andys “shrank” to the size of a toy in Andy’s backyard and enjoyed Slinky Dog Dash, Alien Swirling Saucers and Toy Story Mania! before visiting with Woody and Jessie. “Thank you Mom and Dad for naming me Andy!” one Andy shared to end a magical night at Toy Story Land. The experience was part of a campaign designed to demonstrate the all-ages, multi-generational appeal of Walt Disney World Resort’s newest expansion. A branded film about the evening, captured by Grammy-nominated director Andy Hines, is launching on YouTube with support across Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. A 90-second version of the film will be airing in select cinemas across the country through the month of January. View the full article

We’ve been counting down to this day for a while … and it’s finally here! Now, more than ever, is a great time to visit Walt Disney World Resort, as today a TON of new experiences debut at all four theme parks – and two new ticket offers have been announced to help you enjoy the fun. Let’s take a look! Mickey & Minnie’s Surprise Celebration at Magic Kingdom Park We’re honoring those true originals, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, in style with new entertainment, merchandise and specialty food and beverages at Magic Kingdom Park. Mickey and Minnie will greet you together at Town Square Theater, and you can dance with your favorite Disney pals during the “Move It! Shake It! MousekeDance It! Street Party” in front of Cinderella Castle. Party with Pixar Pals as Disney’s Hollywood Studios Celebrates 30 Years Beloved Pixar characters help Disney’s Hollywood Studios celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2019. Leap into action during An Incredible Celebration at the theme park, featuring Mr. Incredible, Mrs. Incredible and Frozone in “The Super Shindig” dance party. You’ll also have a chance to meet super-suit designer Edna Mode! In addition, a door to the monster world is open inside Walt Disney Presents, inviting you to visit with Mike and Sulley from Disney•Pixar’s “Monsters, Inc.” More Broadway Music Than Ever at Epcot International Festival of the Arts The 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Arts comes to life today through Feb. 25, where you’ll indulge in world-class culinary, visual and performing arts, including the Disney on Broadway Concert Series that expands to every day of the festival this year. Feel the Love During “Hakuna Matata Time Dance Party” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Take a walk on the wild during this festival of fun that features Timon and Rafiki from Disney’s “The Lion King.” You can also celebrate the 25th anniversary of “The Lion King” by taking photos with special, dimensional backgrounds on Discovery Island and at the park’s entrance. And it just keeps getting better, as I have exciting news to share about even more entertainment debuting later this year: Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy will keep the Pixar party going when it debuts March 31, 2019, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This new show experience will bring you face to face with racing legend Lightning McQueen from Pixar Animation Studios’ Cars films. The Tree of Life at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will awaken in a whole new way to honor “The Lion King.” Starting Memorial Day weekend and appearing nightly through Sept. 30, stunning projections on the iconic tree will feature music and animation paying tribute to the classic film. Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live! returns to Epcot this summer! Star-Lord and Gamora from the Guardians of the Galaxy films will take you on a musical journey through the cosmos, showcasing hits from Star-Lord’s Awesome Mix tapes. Live shows will take place daily from June 14 through Aug. 18. A great way to experience all this new fun and excitement is by purchasing one of our new 4-Park Magic Tickets, which go on sale today. Experience all the magic with a 4-day, 4-Park Magic Select ticket for $89 per day (plus tax) for a total price of $356 (plus tax). Valid for admission: Jan. 18-March 14, 2019, March 27-April 9, 2019, April 27-May 27, 2019, and Aug. 19-Sept. 30, 2019. (Limit one admission per theme park, and one park per day.) For more information and to learn about other 4-Park Magic Tickets, click here. 4-Park Magic Tickets can be used to enter each theme park only once. Tickets must be used within 7 days of first use or by Sept. 30, 2019, whichever comes first. All tickets and options are nontransferable and nonrefundable and exclude activities/events separately priced. No credit or refund will be given for higher-priced tickets used on lower-priced dates. Florida residents can purchase a 3-Day Discover Disney Ticket for only $175 (plus tax), valid for admission to one theme park per day. Residents can also add a fourth day for just $20 more (plus tax). Tickets can be purchased now through June 27, 2019, and are valid for use through June 30, 2019, with no blockout dates. Proof of Florida residency required. Tickets are nonrefundable and nontransferable. Tickets exclude activities and events separately priced. For more information and to buy tickets, visit DisneyWorld.com/DiscoverDisney. 2019 is going to be an amazing year at Walt Disney World. Keep checking the Disney Parks Blog for more on these experiences and other exciting new developments throughout the year! View the full article

Recently D23 had the chance to sit down with not one but two of the gentlemen who plays the role of Tarzan on Broadway in Disney’s musical. And as fate would have it, both of them—Josh Strickland, who originated the role, and Kevin Massey—are performing in this year’s Disney on Broadway Concert Series during the Epcot International Festival of the Arts. When you both look back, what was your favorite part of playing Tarzan on Broadway? Josh: Mine was actually learning to fly. I think that both Kevin and I can attest that when you go into an audition and they hand you a hard hat, that is unusual. But flying was one of the most thrilling parts. Kevin: I agree. One thing I learned about myself was just getting “in” my body. Like Josh said, flying in the air is one thing, but also learning all the movement and realizing that this awkward person that I am can still get some things out of it that I didn’t think were in there! We did yoga every morning, and all of the sudden I was able to touch my toes which I was never able to do before. Talk about your upcoming shows at the Epcot International Festival of the Arts. Josh: I think is really cool to see the fans—and new fans. There are always Broadway fans, but then you get the new fans who love Disney who have never seen a Broadway show. They get to see the talent that [Disney] Theatrical has. I think that that’s one of the coolest things. Kevin: Josh and I have been able to be with it from the beginning. We feel like original cast members, and it just keeps growing and growing. One thing I’ve been impressed with is just how big the catalogue of Disney Theatrical songs is. Some of the songs we sing are only in theatrical productions not the movie versions. And every year it’s different. We’ve been back all three years, but each concert I’ve done, some part of it has been different. Josh: And since we’re not playing a character, we are just ourselves. We get to do stuff that we would never even get hired for: like, to sing “My Strongest Suit” from Aida is really cool. To read the complete interview, visit D23.com. View the full article

Look for art here, there and everywhere at Epcot! Culinary art. Paintings. Performance art. Playful photo ops. Disney on Broadway shows with top talents. Interactive art and workshops for everyone in the family. Find all of this and more at the 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Arts as it returns for a third year of creative family fun, now through Feb. 25 This year for the first time, the popular Disney on Broadway Concert Series is presented daily during the festival, with performances at 5:30, 6:45 and 8 p.m. at the America Gardens Theatre stage. That’s 117 shows, featuring pairs of Broadway stars who’ll sing favorite songs from award-winning Disney on Broadway productions like “The Lion King,” “Mary Poppins” and “Frozen.” The lineup rotates weekly (you’ll want to see them all!): Kerry Butler (“Beauty and the Beast”) and Kevin Massey (“Tarzan”) Meredith Inglesby (“The Little Mermaid”) and Steve Blanchard (“Beauty and the Beast”) NEW Arielle Jacobs and Adam Jacobs (“Aladdin”) NEW Heidi Blickenstaff (“Freaky Friday”) and Gavin Lee (“Mary Poppins”) NEW Ashley Brown (“Mary Poppins”) and Josh Strickland (“Tarzan”) Kissy Simmons and Alton Fitzgerald White (“The Lion King”) Guarantee your seats by booking a Disney on Broadway Concert Series Dining Package for breakfast, lunch or dinner at a participating Epcot restaurant. Visit Disneyworld.com or call 407-939-3463. Hungry yet? Get ready to taste, and taste some more, around the World Showcase Promenade where 13 Food Studios feature bites and sips of culinary magic that take food art to a whole new level. Conjure this: Smoked salmon and cream gateau with egg yolk cream, micro herbs and – wait for it – paddlefish caviar at The Painter’s Palate. Or consider these delectable diversions at Decadent Delights: the lemon and blood orange tart and the white chocolate and purple sweet potato mousse with caramel, coconut and maple meringue. Sweet, indeed! Get your magnum opus on when you step inside an Artful Photo Op iconic painting. Make your artistic mark when you pick up a paintbrush and add to the paint-by-number mural along World Showcase Plaza. Gape at the astonishing talent of performing artists who showcase gravity-defying feats, acrobatics and other skills. Be a sleuth and join Figment’s Brush with the Masters Scavenger Hunt; maps can be purchased at select merchandise locations. Visit tastefully curated gallery exhibitions, and meet over 100 artists who will be appearing throughout the Festival in over 30 locations around Epcot. Take in a high-energy performance by watching visual artists paint favorite Disney characters live onstage. Bursting with artistic potential of your own? Join a complimentary seminar led by a true pro with specialties ranging from photography and cosmetology to watermelon carving and even the art of Disney topiary. Or, for a small fee, sign up for an interactive workshop with one of many artists booked Fridays through Mondays to give you a creative hands-on experience and walk away with your own memento. Call 407-WDW-TOUR or visit the Odyssey Festival Showplace. Now, more than ever is the time to start planning your visit to the 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Arts. Keep checking the Disney Parks Blog for more updates! View the full article

We found so much to buy in Disney Springs on our last trip! There’s Disney Snack themed clothing, housewares, new Celebrate Mickey merchandise, new Dooney and Bourkes, restaurant merchandise, and even more! Mickey Through the Years Dooney and Bourke Tote There’s a new Dooney and Bourke tote to celebrate Mickey Through the Years. Mickey fans are going to love this. New Dooney and Bourke Mickey Mouse Tote When you take a close look at the design on this tote you’ll notice Mickey isn’t in his red shorts and yellow shoes, but rather those are filled with pictures of him in his various roles throughout his 90 year career! Mickey Through the Years Dooney and Bourke Tote The hang tag on the tote is pretty special too — on one side you’ll find Mickey’s initials and his name, and on the other side a quote from Walt reminding us that “it was all started by a mouse”. Mickey Through the Years Dooney and Bourke Tote You’ll find this tote at Ever After Jewelry Co. & Accessories in the Town Center area of Disney Springs. Mickey Through the Years Dooney and Bourke Tote While you’re in Ever After you’ll also find that Swarovski crystal embellished gift card celebrating Mickey, and some of the new Disney Snack handbags we’ve seen popping up around the parks. Now This is a Gift Card! Disney Snack Handbags New Disney Snacks Merchandise and Clothing DisneyStyle near the AMC Theater is full of new Disney Snack merchandise, jewelry, and clothing as well as some pretty special classic attractions shirts. Currently Craving T-shirt If you’re craving everything (that’s us most days) then here’s the perfect shirt for you! See the full Disney Snacks Collection here. Disney Snacks T-shirt If you prefer to show you food love with some jewelry, Alex and Ani are coming to the rescue with a new line of Disney Snacks Charm bracelets. Alex & Ani Bracelet Charms There’s a launch event to celebrate the release of these appetizing charm bracelets on January 18th and 19th from 1:00 – 9:00. See the full Alex and Ani Disney Snacks Collection here. Alex & Ani Event sign As for those classic attractions — Mr Toad can race into your heart with this shirt! Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride T-shirt We also spotted that Great Movie Ride Sweatshirt here in DisneyStyle as well! See the full Classic Disney Attractions Collection here. The Great Movie Ride Sweatshirt And…speaking of snacks, there’s a new dog toy over in the Marketplace Co-op’s Disney Tails shop. This new toy is just for those puppies who love cotton candy! Disney Tails Mickey Ice Cream Toy One more Snack item for fans of Joffrey’s Coffee or their giant donuts. Joffrey’s has introduced a pin set that includes a pin of their logo, their giant pink-iced donuts, and of course signature cups! Joffrey’s Pin Set New Kiosks Deliver New Merchandise for the Whole Family The Spunky Stork has landed in Disney Springs with their line of organic cotton shirts and onesies for the whole family. The Spunky Stork in Disney Springs See more of what the Spunky Stork has to offer here. Big and Littles Designs If there’s a princess in your family be sure to stop by Royally Yours to pick out the perfect tiara or other princess-themed special gift from this new kiosk near Paddlefish. Royally Yours by Arribas Brothers at Disney Springs See more of what the Royally Yours has to offer here. Tiaras at Royally Yours Maria and Enzo’s Introduces a New Store We’ve known Maria and Enzo’s as the home of Italian eats, but now we can pick up some Italian housewares or themed clothing here as well in their brand new merchandise shop. Maria and Enzo’s Merchandise Shop Pizza Cutter Set See more clothing and merchandise from the shop here. Food-themed socks What’s New in the World of Disney Store When the World of Disney re-opened after their renovation last October there was a Mickey Mouse Club themed section in the heart of the store. That area has now been updated with a lot of the new Celebrate Mickey merchandise. World of Disney Celebrate Mickey section World of Disney Celebrate Mickey section We’ve spotted a lot of this merchandise in the parks as well as here in World of Disney. World of Disney Celebrate Mickey section Have you ever bought so much on your Disney trip you had no idea how you would get it all home (we’re guilty of this)? Now you can take all that must-have merchandise home in some Mickey luggage! Mickey Luggage Collection Mickey Luggage If you like this print and you don’t really need new luggage there is a fun cross-body bag in the collection that you could take home! Mickey Cross-body bag There’s plenty of purple merchandise in World of Disney as well — learn more about the purple takeover of Disney here. You can also find some of the purple merchandise online! Purple Takes over Disney Now that’s what we call a jam packed visit to Disney Springs, and this was just the merchandise! Check out all of the new food we found on our day in Disney Springs here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out our video Whats Coming to Disney Parks in 2019! When you’re done – check out all of our Videos on You Tube! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available for Pre-Order! With more than 750 pages, the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! But there’s MORE! Just like all DFB pre-order deals — when you pre-order your DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, 2019 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2018 Edition for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2018 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Related posts: NEW! Royally Yours and Spunky Stork Kiosks Arrive in Disney Springs What’s New in the Magic Kingdom: Everything we Found So Far in the New Year! What’s New in the Magic Kingdom: Sweet and Savory Eats, Purple Everywhere, Refurbs, and More! View the full article

Mickey and Minnie’s Get Your Ears On celebration officially starts TODAY, but our intrepid Disneyland correspondent Heather (hi, @DiningInDisney!) scoured the park yesterday to try some of the treats that made an early debut. And what she found… is adorable. Minnie Mouse Cronut It’s a Minnie Mouse Cronut, and you can get yours at Schmoozies! in Disney California Advenure (along with a Mickey Mouse version that wasn’t out yet when Heather was there last night — we’ll get it for ya today)! Minnie Mouse Cronut The Minnie Mouse Cronut has its ears on — Oreo ears, to be precise! It’s further decorated with a chocolate bow, Mickey-approved sprinkles, and white polka dot candies! Minnie Mouse Cronut Inside, the Minnie Mouse Cronut is packed with tart cherry jelly! The color is perfect, the cronut is… large, and the decorations are spot-on. Cherry-Filled Minnie Mouse Cronut This cronut costs $10, but it’s big enough for at least two people to share, so the price might be marginal if you look at it that way. At any rate, we’re so thrilled to have new snacks to try — and the Minnie Mouse Cronut is just the beginning! Check out our preview of the treats coming to Disneyland’s Get Your Ears On celebration! Which of the Get Your Ears On treats would you eat first? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Halloween Time Eats: Orange Sugar Churro with Candy Corn Dip in Disneyland! Review: Holiday Treats and Cookie Shots at Disneyland’s Grand Californian Resort! News: Guardians of the Galaxy Eats and More at Disney California Adventure View the full article

You will be forgiven if you find yourself humming songs from “Beauty and the Beast” in the coming weeks. The Disney on Broadway concert series, part of the Epcot International Festival of the Arts, has expanded to an everyday schedule, so even more stars of the stage will be performing during the... View the full article

You will be forgiven if you find yourself humming songs from “Beauty and the Beast” in the coming weeks. The Disney on Broadway concert series, part of the Epcot International Festival of the Arts, has expanded to an everyday schedule, so even more stars of the stage will be performing during the... View the full article

It’s time to Get Your Ears On at the Disneyland Resort! We’re celebrating Mickey and Minnie with tons of fun food, so I’ve put together all of the information you need in this swell Foodie Guide. There are new eats and treats all across property, and they’re all available starting Jan. 18 until May (unless otherwise noted). Some of these items will also be available for mobile order via the Disneyland Resort mobile app. So, without further ado, here is our official Foodie Guide to Get Your Ears On – A Mickey and Minnie Celebration at Disneyland Resort! CHURROS DISNEYLAND PARK: Churros at small world Promenade Mickey Mouse Celebration Churro – Warm chocolate churro drizzled with cookie butter topped with Mickey confetti and served with a side of red marshmallow crème and classic Mickey buttons Churros near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Fantasia Mickey Churro – Warm chocolate churro dusted with red and blue sugar served with a side of red marshmallow crème and Sorcerer Mickey hat Churros near Haunted Mansion Banana Pudding Churro – Classic churro rolled in vanilla cookie crumbles with banana pudding dipping sauce DISNEY CALIFORNIA ADVENTURE PARK: Willie’s Churros Caramel Corn Churro – Classic churro dusted with corn cereal sugar and topped with salted caramel and caramel corn Churros near Redwood Creek Challenge Trail Maple-Bacon Churro – Classic churro dusted with cinnamon sugar and topped with maple icing and crumbled bacon Churros near Goofy’s Sky School Celebration Mickey Chocolate Churro – Chocolate cookie-dusted churro with chocolate icing and sprinkles DISNEYLAND PARK Carnation Café “Celebrate Mickey” Chicken and Waffles (breakfast only) – Mini Mickey waffles with icing, sprinkles, and frosted cereal-crusted chicken Hot Chicken and Waffles – Spicy hot chicken and a large Mickey waffle with blistered tomato and balsamic glaze TV Dinner Pot Roast – Wagyu pot roast, blue cheese and bacon mac and cheese, sautéed green beans and carrots, and braised red cabbage served with a pineapple upside-down cake Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor Birthday Sundae – Two large scoops of birthday cake ice cream with a Mickey Mouse-shaped brownie, hot fudge, whipped cream, a cherry, and Mickey Mouse-shaped sprinkles served in a Mickey or Minnie Mouse Kitchen Sink Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe Mickey Mouse Club Hat Dessert – Chocolate truffle mousse dome with vanilla bean crème brûlée center, Mickey ears, and Mickey Mouse Club logo Specialty Toasted Cheese Sandwich – Swiss, Jack, and Fiscalini cheddar cheese with crispy pancetta and blackberry jam Plaza Inn Celebration Cake (available starting on February 19) – Red and yellow cake with raspberry and lemon filling Red Rose Taverne Mickey-inspired Cheeseburger – 1/3 lb. Angus patty with burger sauce and lettuce on a red potato bun with black sesame seeds Toon Town Mickey Chocolate Chip Cookie Cupcake – topped with buttercream frosting, birthday sprinkles, red glitter macaron, sugar candle, chocolate ears, and blue sprinkle cone “party hat” Minnie Chocolate Chip Cookie Cupcake – topped with buttercream frosting, birthday sprinkles, chocolate ears, and a red bow Pluto’s Dog House Bacon Mac & Cheese Footlong Hotdog – topped with creamy bacon mac and cheese and served on an Italian roll Daisy’s Diner Mickey Mouse Pepperoni Pizza Clarabelle’s Mickey’s Birthday Sundae – Frozen yogurt with fruit popcorn, birthday cake cotton candy, candied chocolates, and colorful celebration cake Troubadour Tavern Jumbo Hand-Crafted Bavarian Pretzel – topped with nacho cheese, crushed spicy onion chips, and smoked black salt Rancho del Zocalo Mickey Hat Dessert – Vanilla mousse dome with churro crunch filling, mango glaze, and striped Mickey ears Frozen Strawberry Horchata – flavored with strawberry and topped with whipped cream, a dehydrated strawberry, and a sprinkle of cinnamon Sopes Trio – Chicken, beef, and pork served on fried corn dough with refried beans, shredded lettuce, spicy lime aïoli, and salsa roja Café Orléans Charcuterie Board – Artisanal French goat, sheep, and cow milk cheese, sliced meats, honeycomb, dried fruit, nuts, cornichons, creole mustard, and toast Smoked Salmon Salad – topped with cucumber, red onion, fried capers, heirloom tomato, croutons, and lemon crème fraîche Fried Chicken and Beignets – Buffalo-tossed chicken served with sugar-dusted beignets, herb bacon coleslaw, and waffle fries Birthday Cake Mickey Beignets – Chocolate-coffee cake and white cake beignets French Market Mickey’s Mac and Cheese (kid’s meal) – Mickey-shaped pasta tossed with a creamy cheese sauce and served with applesauce, seasonal fruit, and choice of milk or small bottled water Mickey Pasta with Marinara Sauce (kid’s meal) – served with applesauce, seasonal fruit, and choice of milk or small bottled water Harbour Galley Lobster Pot Pie Soup – Lobster, red potatoes, carrots, celery, and herbs in a rich seafood cream sauce served in a bread bowl Vegan Hot Diggity Dog – Vegan hot dog topped with spicy lentil chili, onions, and mustard served with seasonal fruit River Belle Terrace Cookie Butter Monkey Bread – covered in cookie butter and vanilla ice cream and garnished with two cookie butter cookies Mickey Jumbo Pretzel – Hand-crafted Bavarian pretzel Bengal Barbecue Pad Thai Spring Roll – with shrimp, bean sprouts, sweet and sour-flavored rice noodles, garlic chives, scrambled eggs, cashews, julienne carrots, pickled radishes, and butter lettuce with a cashew-hoisin dipping sauce Galactic Grill S’mores Parfait Alien Pizza Planet S’mores Parfait Bowtie Pasta – with tomato cream sauce, sausage, and diced red bell peppers Buffalo Chicken Pizza – Fried chicken breast pieces, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing topped with fresh carrots and creamy buffalo sauce DISNEY CALIFORNIA ADVENTURE PARK Trolley Treats Steamboat Willie Black and White Cookie – Butter shortbread cookie dipped in white and dark chocolate with silver crunch pearls Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Café Mickey’s Chocolate Cup and Brownie – Chocolate brownie with cookies and cream mousse-filled chocolate cup Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Hand-dipped Mickey or Minnie Ice Cream Bar – Choice of ice cream bar dipped in chocolate with sprinkles Smokejumpers Grill Confetti Cake Shake – Vanilla shake with crumbled confetti cake, icing, whipped cream, and Mickey sprinkles “Share Your Ears” Cheeseburger – Angus 1/3 burger with American Cheese and cheeseburger slider “ears” Pacific Wharf Café Cookies ‘n Cream Bread Pudding – with condensed milk, whipped cream, and crushed chocolate cream-filled cookies Gourmet Coffee Cart Mickey Fun Wheel Cookie – Sugar cookie filled with raspberry jelly topped with colored chocolate drizzle and Mickey Fun Wheel chocolate decor Celebration Cookies – One sugar shortbread cookie filled with raspberry jam and two sugar shortbread cookies filled with dulce de leche and topped with a chocolate Mickey celebration logo Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta Spectacular Mickey Pizza – Mickey pepperoni pizza with confetti of peppers and onions Award Wieners A Cheesy Celebration – Cheddar sausage link with creamy mac and cheese, salsa verde, crumbled spicy cheese puffs, and cheese curds on a toasted bun More Cheese Please – Filmstrip fries with creamy mac and cheese, salsa verde, crumbled spicy cheese puffs, and cheese curds “Get Your Ears On” Funnel Cake Fries – Chocolate cookie-dusted funnel cake fries with cookies and cream icing, whipped cream, chocolate cream-filled cookie ears, and “90” sprinkles Celebration Cake Funnel Fries – Funnel cake fries topped with crumbled confetti cake, frosting, whipped cream, and Mickey sprinkles Schmoozies! Mickey Donut with apple filling Minnie Donut with cherry filling Mickey Cookies ‘n Cream Shake with “90” sprinkles Cozy Cone Motel Birthday Hat Macaron DISNEYLAND HOTEL Get Your Ears On – A Mickey and Minnie Celebration Dinner at Goofy’s Kitchen Starting on January 18, Chef Goofy is serving up a heaping helping of fabulous new themed eats, celebratory take-home swag, décor, and special appearances by your favorite pals – Mickey and Minnie! In addition to five all-you-care-to-enjoy stations featuring a variety of tasty bites, you’ll enjoy several unique dishes including Steamboat Chili, Mouse Ear Cookies, and Celebration Cupcakes. Reservations are highly recommended, and character experiences and menu items are subject to change without notice. To make reservations, visit the Disneyland Resort website or call 714 781-DINE (714 781-3463). Mickey’s Tea Party Celebration Starting Jan. 19 through March 31, you’re invited to celebrate Mickey with a limited-time tea party. Sip on loose leaf tea and herbal infusions brewed by the potful while you enjoy a delicious assortment of sweet and savory tea sandwiches, gourmet morsels, and Mickey-themed treats! You’ll enjoy this afternoon tea in the Hollywood-style setting of Steakhouse 55. In addition, guests can choose from two different tea menus: Classic Celebration Tea: Chicken Salad Tea Sandwich Roasted Watermelon and Pimento Goat Cheese on Pumpernickel Blueberry, Ricotta, Prosciutto, and Shredded Coconut Sandwich Apple and Edamame Sandwich Duo Chocolate Strawberries Variety of Themed Desserts Teas and Herbal Infusions Premium Celebration Salad with Tomato, Melon, and Burrata with Balsamic Reduction Chicken Salad Tea Sandwich Roasted Watermelon and Pimento Goat Cheese on Pumpernickel Blueberry, Ricotta, Prosciutto, and Shredded Coconut Sandwich Apple and Edamame Sandwich Duo Chocolate Strawberries Variety of Themed Desserts Teas and Herbal Infusions Mickey’s Tea Party Celebration occurs on Saturdays and Sundays and every Thursday in March from 12:00 noon to 3:00pm. Reservations are highly recommended. For more information and to make reservations, visit the Disneyland Resort website or call 714 781-DINE (714 781-3463). DISNEY’S GRAND CALIFORNIA HOTEL & SPA Storytellers Cafe (buffet offerings) Mickey Mac & Cheese – Mickey-shaped pasta in a cream cheese sauce Minnie “Bow” Pasta – Bowtie pasta salad with roasted tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, basil, and olive oil Mickey Pepperoni Flatbread with tomato sauce, Grana Padano, and aged provolone Minnie Polka-Dot Cheese Flatbread with tomato sauce, Grana Padano, aged provolone, and mozzarella cheese White Water Snacks Mickey Mouse-Shaped Artisanal Pizza – with tomato sauce, Grana Padano, and aged provolone Mickey Mouse Pretzel Mickey Mouse Birthday Cake Crispy Treat – Three-layered crispy treat with colorful cereal and Mickey-shaped sprinkles Hearthstone Lounge Mickey’s Baked Alaska – Chocolate ice cream encased with brûléed meringue and raspberry sauce Mickey Mouse-shaped Artisanal Pizza – with tomato sauce, Grana Padano, and aged provolone Visit the Disneyland Resort website for more information on Get Your Ears On – A Mickey and Minnie Celebration. 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A new attraction at Walt Disney World is an all-out salute to Mickey and Minnie, who will celebrate their birthdays for some time to come, it appears. On Friday, Magic Kingdom debuted a street party named “Move It! Shake It! MousekeDance It!” Here’s what we saw and heard on its first day. What:... View the full article

It’s time to celebrate the Year of the Pig! With unique live entertainment, décor, food, merchandise and more across three Disney resorts around the world, there are so many ways to experience Chinese New Year traditions with a touch of Disney magic. Shanghai Disney Resort will usher in an auspicious Year of the Pig from January 19 to February 19, inviting guests to rediscover the joy of the much-loved traditional Chinese New Year holiday. Vibrant Mickey lanterns, Chinese couplets, floral garlands, paper decorations and more will bring a festive atmosphere to the resort, while the Garden of the Twelve Friends is transformed into the Wishing Garden. Guests can witness a customary drum ceremony near the Storytellers Statue each morning, watch Mickey and his pals in a special performance of Shanghai Swing, and enjoy a special Chinese New Year carnival at the Wishing Star Market. On January 25-26, February 4-10 and the Lantern Festival on February 19, the nightly showing of Ignite the Dream: A Nighttime Spectacular of Magic and Light will be topped off with an inspiring post-show moment to commemorate the holiday. Limited-edition merchandise and special dining options will be available across the resort. Hong Kong Disneyland is the first Disney resort to kick off this year’s Chinese New Year festivities, today through February 24. Guests can snap photos with Mickey and friends in their brand new Chinese New Year outfits on Main Street, U.S.A., as well as Duffy’s friend Cookie who joins the celebration for the first time! Guests can also participate in a God of Fortune Goofy Celebration Moment at the Castle Hub Stage and watch performers dressed in traditional Chinese outfits around the park. The Three Little Pigs – Fiddler, Fifer and Practical – will also make an appearance in Fantasyland! More than 50 new themed merchandise items are on sale and 60 themed food and beverage offerings are available throughout the resort, from full-blown set menus to delicious snacks like Wishing Fish at Main Street Bakery. From February 5 to 9, newly designed Lai See packets will also be distributed to visitors at the park entrance while stock lasts, including a delicious chocolate gold coin and a merchandise, food and beverage coupon. At Disney California Adventure park at the Disneyland Resort, Lunar New Year is an opportunity for guests of all ages to experience Asian culture through inspired food, music and entertainment with family and friends from January 25 through February 17. Among the limited-time offerings are an enhanced “Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession” featuring the Three Little Pigs and four delicious Asian marketplaces paying homage to Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese cuisine. For an extra bit of luck, guests can add their own wishes to a Lucky Wishing Wall in the park. There’s nothing quite like Chinese New Year at Disney Parks! Visit one of our resorts to enjoy good fortune and festivities. View the full article