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What’s better than counting down the days left until Christmas? Counting down the days left until Christmas and getting tiny little gifts every time you do it! It’s that time of year! We love seeing all the fun holiday countdown calendars that Disney comes out with each year, and it looks like one of our favorites is finally available on Amazon. If you’ve got a Muppets fan in your life, this countdown calendar is the PERFECT gift that keeps on giving! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get The Muppets Christmas Carol Advent Calendar on Amazon now! ©Amazon Get ready for the festive season with this Muppet Christmas Carol 12-Day Countdown Calendar. Unwrap a new mini stuffed Muppet each day and enjoy the perfect holiday gift for kids and Disney fans! There are 12 different stuffed Muppets that come with this countdown calendar, featuring some of our favorite characters! ©Amazon Miss Piggy, Kermit, Robin the Frog, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo, Statler, Waldorf, the Ghost of Christmas Past, the Ghost of Christmas Present, the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come, Rizzo the Rat, and Ebenezer Scrooge are all featured as part of this adorable set. ©Amazon Whether it’s Kermit the frog as Bob Cratchit or Gonzo as Charles Dickens, these cute plushes will put a smile on your face all season long. We had previously spotted this set on the Disney Store, but now it’s available on Amazon with free shipping for Prime members! Grab it now before it’s gone! View on Amazon We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! The post A NEW Muppets Advent Calendar Just Released on Amazon (And You're Gonna LOVE It!) first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you planning a trip to Disney World? You’ve probably already figured out things like your budget, how long you want to stay, and even where you’re staying. Southwest But, hey, you still need to GET to Disney World. For most of us, that means flying to Orlando. If you’re like us, though, you want to find a great deal on airfare for that flight. Well, now might be the time to book it because Southwest Airlines is currently having a sale on MILLIONS of flights. Need help planning that trip to Disney World? Let our friends at Small World Vacations help you. They’ll make sure you get the best deals, so you can have the best Disney World vacation possible. Best of all? It’s completely free. Currently, Southwest Airlines is offering up to 40% off the base fare on millions of flights. You’ll want to search using promo code 40SALE and book those flights before October 23rd. This deal is good for flights from December 3rd, 2025, through March 4th, 2026. Note that some blackout dates may apply. Southwest at MCO We did a sample search to see what rates this code could get you. For example, if you’re flying from New York’s LaGuardia airport to Orlando International airport, you could fly for as little as $99 each way, meaning you can fly to and from Disney World for just $200. Southwest Planes at Orlando International Airport Of course, when you get to Orlando International Airport, you still need to get from there to Disney World. You have multiple options, though, including renting a car, hiring a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft, or using a shared shuttle like Mears Connect. Mears Connect Stay tuned to DFB for more. Sorry, But You’re Doing the Orlando Airport All Wrong Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you recently grabbed a great airfare deal to Orlando? Share with us in the comments! The post Save Up to 40% Off Your Next Flight to Disney World with This HUGE Southwest Airlines Deal first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

OK, I thought I knew EVERYTHING about Disney Cruise Line. I’m a Platinum Castaway Club member, I’ve been on every ship, I know how to find Pepe’s door! But for some reason this random rule I just discovered was a massive surprise to me. Though I can totally see why it makes sense! Disney Wish at Castaway Cay That’s right, there’s another layer of rules behind the scenes that can surprise even seasoned cruisers. One took us by surprise and involves Disney Cruise Line’s alcohol policy for younger adults. We were shocked by this rule when we discovered it! OK, get this! On cruises departing from certain overseas ports, Disney allows 18-to-20-year-olds to drink alcohol. Now, now, there are a number of qualifiers here. And we do need to stress that on cruises that leave from U.S. ports, U.S. law is the policy on the ship — so the drinking age on those cruises is strictly 21 years of age. Sweet Nightingale on Disney Wish Most Disney Cruise sailings enforce a strict 21+ drinking age aboard ship and require a valid photo ID for any alcohol service. For the majority of itineraries, that 21+ rule holds firm. But Disney’s policies do acknowledge that some counties’ laws have lower drinking ages. Who KNEW?! So, if your Disney Cruise leaves from a European port with a drinking age under 21, parents or guardians can sign a “Beverage Consent Form” that permits 18- to 20-year-olds to consume alcoholic beverages aboard the ship, but only while in the presence of that parent or guardian. And if you’re taking a roundtrip cruise from a port in Australia or New Zealand — 18- to 20-year-olds can drink alcohol without parental consent. Same goes for Singapore — where the Disney Adventure is set to cruise from starting in March 2026. (Who knew?!? I mean meany YOU knew? If you did, tell me cause I want to see if you know any other secret cruise things that I need to download.) And wait — there’s one more exception that DOES include a U.S. port! For repositioning cruises between Hawai’i and Australia, the “Beverage Consent Form” policy also applies. Here’s how it works in practice: If your cruise departs from a European port with a drinking age under 21, you can request the beverage waiver during check-in or in your Guest Ticket Booklet. You can also request it if you are on a repositioning cruise between Hawai’i and Australia. That waiver gives an 18- to 20-year-old the right to drink alcohol onboard, but only when accompanied by the parent or guardian who signed the waiver. It doesn’t mean free reign — the person still must comply with all Disney & local laws and Disney’s own alcohol policies (e.g. no serving to others, no excessive drinking). The Disney Dream At the moment, the Disney Dream is sailing multiple ports in Europe, including Rome, Barcelona, and Southampton. The Disney Magic is sailing from Australia and New Zealand through February 2026, when it departs for Hawai’i. And the Disney Adventure is going to start sailing from Singapore in March 2026. Disney Dream It’s worth noting that this exception is not allowed on cruises departing from U.S. or Caribbean ports. On those voyages, the 21+ rule is absolute across the board. So yes, this rule is real, and yes, it’s pretty wild. But it’s also very specific. If you’re booking a sailing from Europe, Australia, New Zealand, or Singapore, you’ll want to discuss this with your family! It’s an exciting time for Disney Cruise Line, with 3 new ships — the Disney Treasure, Disney Destiny, and Disney Adventure! If you’re thinking about a cruise, I suggest you contact our friends at Small World Vacations — their services are free to you, and they can help you choose the ship, ports of call, and stateroom that is right for your family. For more Disney Cruise Line news and tips, follow DFB! Experts Predict 5 Huge Changes for Disney in 2026 DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO Have you been on a Disney Cruise before? Tell us in the comments your experience. The post I Just Learned About This Disney Cruise Line Alcohol Rule and it's WILD first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

As much as I love staying at a Disney hotel during a Disney World trip, you shouldn’t avoid the Disney Springs Area Hotels. These hotels are still on Disney property but are run by third parties, all vetted by Disney itself. Disney Springs They have similar perks to Disney World Resorts, like transportation to the parks, early entry, and some even have more benefits like free breakfast. There’s a major deal happening at these hotels, including rooms that start at $82 per night! Seven of the hotels are offering promotions until November 23rd, including: DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Orlando — $122/day Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando — $127.99/day Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace — $197/day Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista — $164/day Hilton Inn Orlando — $86/day Renaissance Orlando Resort — $89/day Wyndham Garden Lake Buena Vista — $82/day ©Drury Hotels What are some of the perks for the hotels? All of them have complimentary transportation from the hotels to the Disney World theme parks, early entry which gets you into the parks an extra 30 minutes early in the morning, the abiliity to book tee times up to 90 days in advance with discounts on greens fees and rental equipment at all four Disney World Golf courses, and an exclusive booklet featuring discounts from select Disney Springs restaurants, shops, and kiosks. Wyndham Garden Lake Buena Vista ©DisneySpringsHotels There’s so much happening in the parks right now to take advantage of! EPCOT is currently hosting the Food & Wine Festival, featuring many food booths around the park offering limited-time food. Don’t forget to check out the Eat to the Beat Concert Series, where you can see some of your favorite bands and artists performing for no additional cost in the America Pavilion. © DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Orlando – Disney Springs Area Let’s not forget it’s about to become a Floridian winter wonderland! Soon, buildings will be lined with Christmas lights, with massive trees everywhere, and stunning gingerbread houses at lots of the Disney resorts. Even if you’re not staying at the Disney hotels, you can come to the resorts, grab a meal, and enjoy the decorations. ©Renaissance Orlando Resort and Spa Don’t want to go through all of the stress of booking your Disney World trip alone? Reach out to our friends at Small World Vacations! Their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings, compare discounts, and figure out which one works best for your travel party, dates, resort, and touring plans. And, they share expert tips and first-hand advice with you about your magical vacation. Make sure you keep following Disney Food Blog for more! EVERYTHING CONFIRMED FOR THE 2025 DISNEY WORLD HOLIDAY SEASON DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO What’s your favorite resort to stay at when going to Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post The Secret To Getting Hotel Rooms on Your Disney World Vacation first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney’s Animal Kingdom almost never lets us down when it comes to snacks, and so when we saw a new snack was coming to The Smiling Crocodile, we REALLY hoped we wouldn’t be disappointed. Tree of Life in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Arepas were just added to the menu over here, but they’re only served for FOUR HOURS each day. You know what we have to say to that? Well, after trying these, we say that that’s NOT ENOUGH, Disney! Which of these arepas would you grab? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: Exhibits A and B of This Disney World Snack Spot Is SO Underrated first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

An group that includes activist investor Jana Partners and NFL player Travis Kelce says it has accumulated one of the largest ownership stakes in Six Flags Entertainment and intends to press the company’s leadership on ways to improve the struggling amusement park operator’s business. Related Articles Ex-Amazon driver sues civil rights agency for dropping her case following Trump’s executive order ‘Massive legal siege’ against social media companies looms Costco tested members with higher fees. The results are in OpenAI launches web browser to compete with Google Chrome Citi Foundation is putting $25M toward tackling young adults’ unemployment and AI labor disruptions Jana said Tuesday that the investor group now owns an economic interest of approximately 9% in Six Flags. The group plans to “engage” with Six Flags’ management and board of directors to discuss ways to enhance shareholder value and improve visitors’ experience. Shares in the Charlotte, North Carolina-based Six Flags surged 17.7% on the news. The shares added another 5.1% gain in after-hours trading. Even with Tuesday’s rally, the company’s shares are down about 47% so far this year. Six Flags reported a loss of $319.4 million for the first half of the year. The company said attendance fell 9% in the three months ended June 29, due partly to bad weather and a “challenged consumer” in most of the markets it operates in. The investor group also includes consumer executive Glenn Murphy and technology executive Dave Habiger. Kelce, tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, said in a statement that he grew up going to Six Flags amusement parks. “The chance to help make Six Flags special for the next generation is one I couldn’t pass up,” he said. View the full article

EPCOT is a virtual WELLSPRING of great restaurants, and you can literally dine around the world without ever leaving the park. Dessert, anyone? Well, we recently decided to take a jaunt across the pond (aka World Showcase Lagoon) to check out some dining in the U.K. Pavilion, so we’re inviting you to join us as we grab some traditional British fare at Rose and Crown Pub and Dining Room. Atmosphere As we previously stated, you’ll find Rose and Crown in the U.K. Pavilion in the World Showcase. You’ve probably noticed the pub in that pavilion, but there’s also a restaurant attached to that pub where you can dine on some British favorites. Rose & Crown Pub and Dining Hall Inside, you’ll find a cozy and inviting restaurant with lots of wood finishes and traditional British decorations. This is giving real English pub-meets-restaurant vibes that will make you feel right at home thanks to a ton of details. The vibe here is cozy Be sure to take a moment to check out some of the wall decor and knick-knacks. The decor is so authentic This dining room also features an outdoor area, too, with great views of World Showcase Lagoon. Are you thinking what we’re thinking? Yep, this is a great place to book a reservation for later in the evening to get a great view for EPCOT’s nighttime show. Outdoor dining But enough about the restaurant — what’s on the menu here? Menu The menu here features traditional English food, including a Scotch Egg, Bangers and Mash, Fish and Chips, Shepherd’s Pie, Sticky Toffee Pudding, and more. The menu And now, onto the main event — the food! Eats First up, we ordered the Scotch Egg, This is a Golden-fried Hard-boiled Cage-free Egg wrapped in Sausage with Mustard Sauce for $15. This is CLASSIC British food. Fun fact: No one can narrow down exactly when or where the dish was invented. But who cares when it’s as tasty as this one is? It’s like breakfast that you can eat at any time. It’s hearty, it’s full of protein, and it can be shareable. It’s served cut in half, too, in case you DO want to share. Scotch Egg For the entree, we went with the Shepherd’s Pie. Again, another classic. This one is made with Ground Beef, Seasonal Vegetables, English Peas, and Mashed Potatoes with Irish Cheddar for $29. It’s comfort food at its finest and is a hearty entree to fill your belly with warmth. Shepherd’s Pie It’s also heavy, but that’s pretty much on brand for this restaurant (in other words, be sure you bring an appetite when you visit). We’ll admit that we shared this between two people because it was a lot. So hearty Finally, we had to order the Sticky Toffee Pudding with Custard, Caramel, and Crunchy Honeycomb Pieces for $9.50. We’re going to tell you right now…it’s good. It’s warm, it’s got that syrupy stickiness that doesn’t stick to your teeth. It’s soft and moist, but there’s a nice crunch with the honeycomb pieces. PERFECTION. SO good Again, though, this just added to the already heavy meal we had, so we were about ready for a nap after. Worth it, though? ABSOLUTELY. Maybe book this for a dinner over a lunch, though. Nosh or Not This Disney World restaurant is a must-visit if… You’re really hungry. This is hefty food that’s going to fill your belly pretty quickly, so if you’re not hungry for a large meal, you might want to skip. You want a great view. Whether you just want a great view of World Showcase Lagoon or EPCOT’s nighttime show, you can get a great seat for both outside at this restaurant. You want an authentic English pub and restaurant vibe. This is about as authentic of a British meal you can get in Disney World, and both the food and the atmosphere will make you think you’ve traveled across the ocean. You should skip this Disney World spot if… You want something quick. This is a table service restaurant, but if you’re wanting some British food quickly, head on over to Yorkshire County Fish Shop for some classic Fish and Chips instead. You have picky eaters in your group. There’s not a lot of variety on the menu here, so if you have a picky eater to feed, you might want to skip. You want a light meal. This is anything but a light meal. It’s very hearty and heavy and may leave you feeling a little weighed down after. Overall We’ve been fans of the Rose & Crown Pub and Dining Room for some time now because it really is a good example of great international dining within the confines of EPCOT. The experience feels real to the British experience, and the food is comforting, if a bit heavy. If that’s what you’re looking for and you arrive at Rose & Crown Pub and Dining Room, you’ve come to the right place. In the meantime, we’ll be on the lookout for more restaurant updates from Disney World and beyond. Make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and more! The Best Restaurants in Disney World in 2025 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you eaten at this Disney World restaurant before? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: I Spent on Dinner in the U.K. Pavilion in EPCOT, and I’d Do It Again in a Heartbeat first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you have flown to Disney World before, there is a pretty high chance you flew through the Orlando International Airport (MCO). Orlando International Airport is the busiest airport in Florida and one of the busiest in the United States. Well, some big changes are coming to the airport over the next 10 years, and we have the details! Orlando International Airport The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) recently unveiled a new strategic vision to guide the future of the airport over the next 10 years. The vision is built around four pillars: Customer Experience, Community, Infrastructure, and People. This plan was developed during months of extensive research, collaboration, and input, and was approved during a board meeting on October 15th. We are taking a look at some of the highlights of the plan and how the changes might impact your future Disney World trips! The airport has developed goals for each of its four foundational pillars: Customer Experience, Community, Infrastructure, and People. When examining the goals that will most impact travelers, the Infrastructure goals are the most impactful. By 2030, MCO plans to increase the available public parking by 8,000 spaces, complete the construction of a new baggage handling system for Terminals A and B, complete the airside 2 gate expansions, and add additional passenger conveyance in Terminal C. Additionally, the airport anticipates completing Terminal C, Phase 2 construction by 2035. Orlando International Airport Additionally, changes are coming to the terminal names. Currently, the terminals at Orlando International Airport are Terminals A, B, and C, but eventually they will be renamed to Terminals 1, 2, and 3 to improve clarity and consistency. Welcome to the Orlando International Airport The airport is also working to develop at least one new cargo processing facility and increase non-aeronautical revenue by 30%. Other goals include launching a Business Incubator at MCO, achieving a 20% increase over the 2025 baseline employee engagement, and restoring stormwater structures. The airport is also hoping to attain a 5-star Skytrax rating, which is a global rating system that ranks airports on quality of service and other standards. Southwest at MCO We are pleased to see Orlando International Airport continuing to improve, making traveling through the busiest airport in Florida better — and our Disney World trips easier! Stay tuned to DFB for more news about the Orlando International Airport! Sorry, But You’re Doing the Orlando Airport All Wrong Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think about these changes coming to the Orlando International Airport? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! The post NEWS: Orlando International Airport Reveals Future Changes first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Who’s ready for a little bit of happiness on their feed? ©Disney A new special is coming to Disney+ featuring our favorite royal sisters, and I would be lying to you if I said I didn’t already have it marked in my calendar. LEGO Disney Frozen: Operation Puffins is coming to Disney+ on October 24th. ©Disney This special takes place after Frozen, following Anna and Elsa as they settle into their life in Arendelle while trying to make the castle feel like home. The sisters are working towards new traditions and royal duties but the Duke of Weselton could threaten their peaceful kingdom. ©Disney Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Josh Gad, and Alan Tudyk are reprising their original roles as Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and the Duke of Weselton. ©Disney I’m so excited to relive my Frozen dreams and watch it with my favorite toy brand, LEGO. Did you see that Frozen Ever After is getting a major refurbishment in EPCOT at Disney World? Frozen Ever After animatronics Disney is currently working on updating the audio animatronics on the ride to be like the ones in Hong Kong Disneyland. Right now, they project the faces onto a blank space but coming in early 2026, the faces will be redone to look more like the cartoon. ©Disney Mark your calendars for October 24th to be the first to watch the special, and keep following the Disney Food Blog for more Disney news. CONFIRMED: A POPULAR DISNEY+ PERK IS BACK Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you a Frozen fan? Tell us your favorite part of the franchise in the comments. The post Why Every 'Frozen' Fan Is Watching Disney+ on October 24th first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World is a place for EVERYONE — we’re talking tiny little babies, young adults celebrating their 21st birthdays, and even grandparents. That’s what we love about it! If you’ve got a trip to Disney World coming up, you might need some new theme park outfits. What better way to celebrate a family vacation, right? Well, we’re here to help! Walt Disney World We rounded up a list of some of our favorite shirts for Disney grandpas. What’s a Disney grandpa? ANYONE! Whether you’re a first-timer, a longtime Disney fan, or a supportive family member tagging along for the fellow Disney Adults in your life, you need a nice shirt to wear to the parks. Come with us to see what’s available now. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get the Disney Best Grandpa Ever T-Shirt ©Amazon You can’t go wrong with the classics! We’re starting our list with a shirt for the best Disney grandpas out there — they deserve it! The shirt is 100% cotton, ensuring comfort and quality. It comes in a variety of colors, so there’s something for everyone. View on Amazon This Disney Grandpa Distressed T-Shirt is SO fun! ©Amazon Wear it proudly! This one comes in 14 colors, ranging from neutral navy to sapphire blue. Whether you’re gifting this to a Disney grandpa you love or buying it for yourself, this is sure to put a smile on your family’s face. View on Amazon We love the Disney Best Friends T-shirt ©Amazon We’re big fans of 100% cotton t-shirts around here, and we love it even more when they feature Mickey Mouse AND Donald Duck. What better Disney duo for a Disney grandpa than the two O.G.s! This one is under $20, so it’s a great deal. View on Amazon Or, you can grab the ’50s Retro TV Prime Time Dining T-Shirt ©Amazon Planning a visit to Disney’s Hollywood Studios? This is the shirt for you! The design is a nod to the iconic ’50s Prime Time Cafe restaurant in Disney World, which is the ultimate nostalgic dining spot for Disney fans. View on Amazon Don’t forget the Mickey Mouse Club Vintage T-Shirt ©Amazon Who remembers the Mickey Mouse Club? Represent the leader of the Club with this classic vintage-inspired t-shirt. It comes in 12 colors, so you’ve got plenty of options. The shirt is simple enough to match ANY outfit, or can be layered under a button-down shirt. View on Amazon And finally, there’s The Muppets Fozzie Bear T-Shirt ©Amazon Calling all Disney jokesters! Fozzie Bear mastered the art of Dad Humor, so this is the perfect shirt for Disney grandpas who never fail to make people laugh. This premium t-shirt is made of lightweight fine jersey fabric, making it a great option to wear in the Disney theme parks. View on Amazon We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! The post The Tees Disney Grandpas Are Wearing to Disney World Right Now first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It may only be October for us, and we’re preparing for spooky season, but at Give Kids The World Village, an 89-acre, nonprofit “storybook” resort in Central Florida where children with critical illnesses and their families are treated to weeklong, cost-free vacations, something is being celebrated every day! Holiday Lights at Give Kids the World As the holiday season is right around the corner, we got the incredible opportunity to check out the village’s signature Christmas Lights and learn about some of the special events happening at the village this holiday season! We look forward to these incredible holiday lights every single year, because WOW are they beautiful! Just look at how above and beyond they go to make this Village truly feel like a winter wonderland. Holiday Lights at Give Kids the World Give Kids the World Village is hosting several events this holiday season that you can attend! Join Give Kids The World Village in changing lives and spreading joy by attending their festive and merry holiday fundraising events! All proceeds will help fund weeklong, cost-free vacations for children with critical illnesses and their families. First up is the Gingerbread Run happening on November 8th at 6pm. During this event, you can walk, run, roll, or stroll through the gorgeous lights at the village. There will also be a DJ and local food trucks to grab tasty bites from! You can register online here. Can’t attend in person? There is also the option to participate as a virtual runner! If ice cream for breakfast sounds like a good time, then you need to add Ice Cream for Breakfast with Santa to your calendar. This event is happening on December 6th and 7th. The village is inviting the community to the village to enjoy some ice cream and meet Santa. Join Give Kids The World Village for their annual Ice Cream for Breakfast with Santa, it’s the perfect way to kick off the holiday season. Indulge in ice cream sundaes, holiday crafts, mini golf, rides, and more! Plus, photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, along with Village characters! Tickets start at just $20. ©Give Kids the World The village is also hosting Holiday Nights on December 20th and 21st from 6 PM until 10 PM. You can enjoy the village lights and holiday music from CFCArts. There will also be food trucks, and the rides will be open! General admission is $40 for adults and $30 for children. You can get tickets for this event right here. ©Give Kids the World There are also other ways you can support Give Kids the World Village this holiday season! Give Kids the World offers an Adopt-a-Tree program, allowing families, businesses, organizations, schools, and clubs to decorate a tree on-site. Not only will you help support Give Kids the World, but your brand will also be displayed during the holiday season! ©Give Kids the World Finally, you can also support Give Kids the World by purchasing products from Theme Park Candles. This local business, based in Clermont, offers a variety of products, including an entire line dedicated to the smells of Give Kids the World Village. And 50% of their profits are donated to Give Kids the World! You can find scents inspired by Disney and Disney Princesses. These are perfect for bringing a bit of Disney to your home, or getting some as gifts for others. Holiday Lights at Give Kids the World We also had the chance to explore the area known as the Avenue and check out some of the rides here (yes, there are rides!). This area truly is incredible, and we’re so grateful it’s here to bring families who have been through so much unforgettable vacations. Holiday Lights at Give Kids the World We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest news around Orlando during the upcoming holiday season, so stay tuned to DFB! If You Love Holiday Light Shows, Here’s Where You Need to Go in Orlando Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever seen these incredible lights? Tell us in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Give Kids The World Village to attend their media preview of their holiday season. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post One of Our Favorite Holiday Light Displays Is Back Near Disney World – Here’s How You Can See It! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Who’s ready to grab their wallets and spend more money than they probably should on Disney souvenirs? We know we are! ©Disney We told ourselves we’d be good and limit our spending, but then Disney just came out with TONS of new ears and Loungefly bags that we can’t get enough of. We have a feeling some of these will sell out FAST online, so be sure to grab them while you can! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Perfect Ears for Winter! ©Disney If you’ve been on the hunt for the perfect ears for this winter season, but don’t want them to be holiday themed, the Winter Blue Minnie Ears are a perfect fit. They’re a very, very light blue, and remind us of the winter season with one glance. We love that the sparkly bow brings it all together, and we suggest pre-ordering them now before they’re officially released on November 15th! Pre-order them here! Can’t Forget The Backpack to Match! ©Disney Who doesn’t need a backpack to match their ears, right? The Winter Blue Minnie Mouse Sequined Loungefly Mini Backpack is a fantastic addition to your Loungefly collection, especially if you want one for the winter season. It also perfectly matches the ears, all the way down the the sparkly front pocket, ears, and bow on the front. Check it out! Create The Ultimate Zootopia 2 Outfit! ©Disney We love Judy Hopps just as much as you do and are so looking forward to Zootopia 2 hitting theaters in November. To celebrate the release of the film, why not grab the Judy Hopps Loungefly Ears right now to prepare! The band itself is made of a fuzzy blue fabric, as is the bow in the middle, and Judy herself on in the middle of the ears, which look like chocolate frosted donuts. Check it out! ANOTHER Matching Bag! ©Disney It gets better though — there’s also a matching bag for these ears as well! The Judy Hopps Loungefly Mini Backpack is made of almost entirely fluffy fabric, so be careful when setting it down so it doesn’t get too dirty. We love that the front pocket is her police uniform, but the top of the bag is her cute face, complete with her ears. It’s perfect for fans of the movie franchise! Check it out! This One’s Going FAST ©Disney Talk about a pair of ears going fast — the Pink Milk Minnie Ears were just released, and at the time of writing, they’re currently sold out! However, we often see Disney release more of popular ears like this later on, so we suggest checking back frequently — we know we will be, because these are ADORABLE. Check to see if they’re back! Red For The Holidays! ©Disney Now if you are looking for something that yells the holidays, but that you can also wear year-round if you just love the color red, the Red Minnie Mouse Sequined Ears are calling your name. The ears themselves have sequins all over, while the bow in the middle is made of a slightly sparkly red felt. Can you imagine wearing them in all your Disney holiday photos? Imagine how cute they’ll look! Check it out! BaubleBar Shines Once Again! ©Disney BaubleBar almost always wows us with their ears, and the Minnie Mouse Reindeer Ears are no exception. These are brown ears with silver gems all over, with a red plaid bow in the middle and two reindeer ears covered in Christmas trees behind it! There’s a lot going on, but in the best way. These are totally for the major holiday fans — we’ll definitely be grabbing ourselves a pair. Check it out! We’ll be keeping you updated on all the latest Disney merchandise news, just like we always do, so stay tuned to DFB! The post We're Spending Our Entire Paycheck On These New Disney Ears and Loungefly Bags first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Each week, we scour Amazon to find the latest Disney merchandise and steepest Disney deals the massive e-tailer has to offer… and today we’ve found some GOOD ones! ©Amazon With December 1st fast approaching, time is running out to pick up a NEW Advent Calendar for the 2025 Holiday Season. However, Amazon currently has a slew of Disney options available, including some BRAND NEW calendars that are ALREADY on sale! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. NEW Bluey Book Bundle Advent Calendar ©Amazon Bluey is back, this time with a NEW version of this popular Advent calendar featuring 24 mini-books (including a special Christmas story for Christmas Eve) as well as other stories, including Christmas Swim, Shadowlands, Mini Bluey, how-to-draw books, and more. The best part? It’s ALREADY on sale. View Price on Amazon Disney Mini-Brands Advent Calendar ©Amazon A Disney-specific take on the popular Mini-Brands line, this calendar features 24 iconic Disney minis from Marvel, Pixar, Star Wars, Mickey Mouse & Friends, and Disney Princesses, including Mickey Mouse, Grogu, Stitch, Buzz Lightyear, Elsa, and Venom. View Price on Amazon Disney Princess Pop-Up Advent Calendar ©Amazon This pop-up Christmas Tree features 25 compartments filled with removable and displayable ornaments, including Cinderella’s glass slipper, Tiana’s water lily, Rapunzel’s frying pan, as well as a 28-page softcover guidebook containing “fascinating facts” about the Disney Princesses and their ornaments. View Price on Amazon Mickey & Friends Advent Calendar ©Amazon Each of the 12 Advent Calendar perforated windows holds a single ornament that correlates to a Christmas tradition discussed in the storybook. Then, “as each family tradition is completed, you can hang the ornament to decorate the 3D tree!” The calendar includes a 32-page hardcover picture book with an original story 3D tree with a star tree topper, and festive decorations. It also includes 12 ornaments, 50 stickers, and 18 inches of tinsel, along with 12 interactive family Christmas tradition activities and a coloring and activity Book with crayons. View Price on Amazon Doorables Advent Calendar ©Amazon This NEW Advent calendar includes 24 surprise compartments that include miniature Disney character figures with unique holiday-themed designs and poses like Snowman Jack Skellington, Angel Stitch, and other festive character designs. This one is selling FAST, and is on sale now! View on Amazon Thomas Kinkade Puzzle Advent Calendar ©Amazon This Advent Calendar contains 24 mini-puzzles that, when complete, create one 1,000-piece puzzle, all with Disney artwork from legendary painter Thomas Kinkade. View Price on Amazon Princess Storybook Collection Advent Calendar ©Amazon This calendar includes 24 small paperback books that are individually wrapped in a paper sleeve, with each featuring beloved Disney Princesses in “both festive settings and their timeless tales.” View Price on Amazon If any of these Advent Calendars are how you want to count down to Christmas, get over to Amazon NOW! Stay tuned to DFB for more coverage of Holiday deals! The post Amazon Has NEW Disney Advent Calendars on Sale NOW! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are LOTS of construction walls up in Disney World right now! You will find walls up around Pueblo Esperanza in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Piston Peak National Park in Magic Kingdom, the new Monsters, Inc. land in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and various other spots where construction is happening in Disney World. There are also some walls up in Toy Story Land in Disney’s Hollywood Studios around what has been rumored to be a new snack stand, and today, we got a FIRST LOOK at this new spot! Something has “popped” up in Hollywood Studios! We have been keeping a close eye on this spot, curious about what would pop up. Well, now we have our first look at the new snack stand that has “popped” up over the top of the construction wall! Disney hasn’t officially confirmed that it is a new snack stand yet, but based on what we are seeing, we are pretty confident it will eventually be a snack stand. We are getting our first look at what is being built behind the walls in Toy Story Land! A segment of the new building is now visible above the wall, and we can see part of a popcorn bucket. It is a knocked-over popcorn bucket, and we can make out part of the name saying “and Snacks.” We are thinking this wording on the side of the building is pretty good confirmation it will be a snack stand! It is a popcorn carton! We are loving the theming, and it fits right in inside Toy Story Land. If this location is indeed a snack stand, we are going to make a wild guess that we will likely see some popcorn here. But we are also hopeful that it might offer more variety, too. Maybe some fun treats that feature popcorn? Only time will tell! We see you! There is also another spot that is surrounded by construction walls across from the knocked-over popcorn bucket. We still can’t see anything above the walls over there, but we are guessing it could be some sort of seating area for the new snack stand. However, only time will tell what this area will be! Disney hasn’t officially announced the new snack stand yet, nor has it revealed when it will open. We’ll keep you updated as we learn more about this new Toy Story Land location. Galaxy’s Edge-side construction Stay tuned to DFB for all your Disney World news! These 10 Tricks Will Change the Way You Do Disney’s Hollywood Studios Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What type of food would you like to see at this new snack stand? Let us know in the comments! The post FIRST LOOK at the New Snack Stand in Disney’s Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We hope you’re ready for some early Christmas shopping! Christmas decor in the Magic Kingdom 2024 Disney dropped a bunch of new Christmas Loungefly items, and now all we want for Christmas are these! Some are available on Amazon, some are available on Loungefly’s website, and all are adorably festive. Take a look at all the new Loungefly items! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get these Loungefly Mickey and Minnie Holiday Ears ©Amazon Check out this adorable Mickey and Minnie Loungefly Holiday Ear Headband! The ears feature Mickey and Minnie, and they’re out skating. The detail in the setting is gorgeous, and the design of the characters is nostalgic. We love the added button decorations on the headband, as well as the bow with the snowflake in the middle. Add this to the wishlist! View on Amazon This Mickey Holiday Loungefly Backpack ©Disney Next, we have this Mickey Holiday Loungefly Backpack! The bag features a Mickey head at the center. The all-over festive print design reminds us of wrapping paper — the design features trees, wreaths, presents, stockings, and more. You’re going to love the inside print, which sees Mickey and Minnie doing all sorts of winter activities outside. View on Amazon We love this Holiday Loungely Tote Bag ©Disney This Mickey and Minnie Holiday Loungefly Tote Bag is a part of the same collection — and we’re obsessed! The bag has the same all-over print design as the Loungefly backpack. However, the standout is the front flap pocket, which features Pluto pulling a sled carrying Mickey and Minnie. Is this not the cutest tote bag you’ve ever seen? View on Amazon Or, you can grab this Loungefly Holiday Wallet ©Disney We were surprised to see how big this holiday collection is, but we’re not complaining. It continues with this cute Loungefly Mickey and Minnie Holiday Flap Wallet! Mickey and Minnie are enjoying the snow as they sled down the hill on this wallet. Look at the cute Mickey snowman in the background! This wallet has a zipper and a flap opening. If you’re going to be doing lots of shopping this holiday season, do it in style! View on Amazon Then there’s this Holiday Loungefly Crossbody Bag ©Disney The last piece of the collection is this Minnie Holiday Loungefly Crossbody Bag! Similar to the other items, this bag features an all-over print of iconic and classic Christmas decorations. The style of the bow on top of the bag gives us a “nutcracker” vibe (maybe it’s the shape). This has to be the cutest holiday crossbody bag we’ve seen! View on Amazon Take a look at this Mickey and Minnie Christmas Loungelfy ©Disney Let’s make our way over to the Loungefly store online, where they have this Mickey and Minnie Christmas Loungefly Backpack! The backpack features the iconic Disney couple holding up ornaments. Look closely, the ornaments they are holding up are of each other, how cute! The mini backpack is a Loungefly exclusive, so you’ll only find it on their site. The bag is so festive! View online Don’t forget this Christmas Loungefly Crossbody Bag ©Disney This Minnie Mouse Christmas Loungefly Crossbody Bag works for a day at Disney, or a night out for a fancy holiday evening! The bag features the same holiday ornaments as the backpack. The polka dot flap and Minnie ears and bow really pop. We love the bags’ shades of festive red. This item can also only be exclusively bought on the Loungefly website! View online And finally, there’s this Minnie Loungefly Christmas Wallet ©Disney This Minnie Mouse Loungefly Christmas Wallet is the last piece of this collection! It also features the ornaments, polka dot design, and Minnie ears and bow. Just like the other two, this is an exclusive item to the Loungefly website. If you turn the wallet around, you’ll find Mickey and Minnie wearing Santa hats and holding up presents! View online We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! The post Disney x Loungefly Release 2 New Holiday Collections — See Them Here first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney’s actually brought an ICONIC Pixar animated house to life! ©Disney If you’ve ever found yourself wishing you could live at Disney World or Disneyland but didn’t want to relocate to central Florida or Anaheim, California, Storyliving by Disney could be just the answer you’ve been searching for! These new Disney-inspired communities are springing up across the nation in various states, with one of the latest to be constructed in Palm Springs — Cotino. The post Disney Shares First Look INSIDE 'Incredibles' House at New Storyliving by Disney Community first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

In case you missed it, there are major ride changes coming to Disneyland and Disney World next summer. ©Disney Soarin’ Around the World is flying away, and we’re welcoming Soarin’ Across America in its place. When a beloved attraction undergoes a change, Disney fans will always express their feelings, and we’ve gathered some of our favorite responses to these changes. Coming summer 2026, the new show will have iconic elements that make Soarin’ as amazing as it is, including the flight, the sights, the score, and even the scents. The Walt Disney Imagineering team is already hard at work capturing new scenes for the show. ©Disney Both coasts are getting the change in Disney California Adventure and EPCOT for this celebration of America’s 250th birthday. ©Disney When going through the comments on Disney Parks’ Instagram and our very own Disney Food Blog page, it seems like a lot of people are questioning…why. Some say, “We want California back,” and Soarin’ Over California, the original version, is usually the fan favorite. We’ve seen it come back for seasonal festivals, but it hasn’t consistently been around in a while. Soarin’ Over California One person commented, saying, “I hope Sam Eagle gets invited to do the pre-show with Patrick,” and we can’t help but agree! With the closure of MuppetVision, the Muppets are moving over to Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, and we’re hoping Sam Eagle made the move. If not, we’ll be pretty thrilled to see him and Patrick Warburton, who did the preshow safety spiel together. ©Disney Others say, “Can we pick a different country?” Some are concerned because a majority of the guests coming to Disneyland and Disney World are from the United States. These guests have seen these sights and don’t want to go on a ride to see what they’re already familiar with. Soarin’ Around the World A few also said “glad it’s temporary,” but some are happy that there will be no more wonky Eiffel Tower. Do you think we’re still getting a wonky Statue of Liberty? Eiffel Tower Now it’s your turn! Tell us what you think of this change in the comments, and make sure you keep following Disney Food Blog for more. ALL THE NEW RIDES AND ATTRACTIONS AT DISNEY WORLD IN 2025 AND BEYOND Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW The post "No One Asked for This" -- Disney Fans React to HUGE Soarin' Changes first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When it comes to EPCOT festivals, it can be hard to choose a favorite! 2025 Festival of the Arts We’re still celebrating the Food and Wine Festival, plus we have the Festival of the Holidays to look forward to before the year ends. While we aren’t trying to speed up time, we are ridiculously excited that Disney has finally confirmed the dates for the 2026 International Festival of the Arts! Get ready to grab your paint brushes and easels because it’s time for the Festival of the Arts! The artistic EPCOT festival will run from January 16th to February 23rd. Festival of the Arts! Disney hasn’t shared many details about the 2026 Festival of the Arts just yet, but we’re expecting tasty food booths, incredible art on display, fun concerts, and all the souvenirs we could probably ever want. While it can be hard to choose our favorite festival, we won’t deny that this one has a special place in our hearts! Liquid Nitrogen Minnie cake pop with berry sponge cake, white chocolate ganache, and colorful chocolate splats We’re excited for the return of the Disney on Broadway concert series, where stars perform some of the classic songs from beloved shows in the America Gardens Theater. We’re also anticipating that you’ll be able to hear musical performances daily in World Showcase Plaza, see acrobatic performances each day, and even witness art performances where you’ll see artists paint Disney characters in minutes! Side walk chalk art! Something new coming to the festival is that there will be exciting activities designed for the whole family based on collecting Disney Loracada Trading Card Game. There will be ways to showcase the beautiful artwork on each card, and Disney says this is “just a taste of what’s to come.” We love the artwork on the cards! If you aren’t sure what snacks, sips, or entertainment are right for you, you can check out our FULL Guide to the EPCOT Festival or the Arts right here! We break down each snack, drink, and more in this complete guide that’s easy to use to plan ahead or even during your park day. We can’t wait to see the full list of food and drinks for this festival, which we expect will drop closer to the festival dates. In the meantime, we will be enjoying two more EPCOT festivals! Be sure to keep following DFB for more Disney news and updates. EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you excited about this festival? Tell us in the comments! The post DATES ANNOUNCED for the 2026 EPCOT Festival of the Arts first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hey New Yorkers, and those planning on being in New York on November 7th, have we got an event for you! ‘Disney Adults’! Our founder AJ Wolfe is coming to the Big Apple to sign copies of her book, Disney Adults: Exploring (And Falling In Love With) A Magical Subculture. So if you would like to get a copy of the book AND meet AJ, here’s your chance. Yep, that’s right, AJ is coming to Barnes & Noble on 5th Avenue in NYC at 12 PM on November 7th! Mark those calendars because here’s your chance to meet the voice behind DFB! Tickets are $35 per person, which includes admission PLUS your own copy of Disney Adults. ©Barnes and Noble So what’s the book about? Well, it’s about US, Disney Adults and Disney Adult culture: “Disney Adults: Exploring (And Falling In Love With) A Magical Subculture” takes you through Disney Adult culture by telling stories, history, why it offends, and why it matters.” GET TICKETS NOW This is a great opportunity to not just meet AJ, but to also get a GREAT book, and connect with other Disney Adults. Get tickets now while they’re available! Stay tuned to DFB for more. This EPCOT Imagination Pavilion Ride Is in Desperate Need of a Redemption Arc Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be at the Disney Adults signing in New York? Sound off in the comments! The post Why Disney Fans Are Marking Their Calendars for November 7th first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Festival Dates and a Few Details to Inspire You The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts will run for 39 days in 2026. There’s no better way to fuel up your creativity and spark a dose of inspiration than by attending the 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts! At Walt Disney World, we’re always dreaming up our next work of art, and this festival is the ultimate celebration of art in all its colorful forms. Before the masterpiece is fully revealed, get ready to mark your calendar with this year’s festival dates and explore returning experiences. 2026 EPCOT Festival of the Arts Dates The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts made its debut in 2017, making it one of EPCOT’s newest seasonal celebrations. Known for blending visual, performing, and culinary arts, it has quickly become a guest favorite filled with interactive photo ops, unique food creations, iconic paint-by-numbers murals, and artwork by Disney artists displayed throughout the park, plus the one-of-a-kind DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series. This year, you can once again let your creativity run wild from January 16 until February 23. Experience Disney on Broadway at EPCOT During the Disney on Broadway Concert Series, the America Gardens Theatre in the American Adventure pavilion comes alive with unforgettable performances. Musical stars return to EPCOT to perform the iconic songs they helped bring to life on Broadway stages alongside other show-stopping favorites. Every two weeks, a new pair of performers takes the spotlight, making each visit to the festival a fresh experience. Stay tuned for the full lineup of stars, which will be revealed soon. The concerts take place several times daily, providing you with ample opportunities to enjoy your favorite performances. Admission is included with EPCOT park entry, with seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. For those seeking guaranteed seating, dining packages will be on sale starting on a later date, allowing guests to enjoy a meal at select EPCOT restaurants before the show. Food Studios Each year, the Food Studios at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts showcase culinary creativity at its finest, blending the artistry of flavor with picture-perfect presentation. For the 2026 edition, guests can look forward to savoring over 20 Food Studios located throughout the park. Be sure to check back on the Disney Parks Blog for the official Disney Eats Foodie Guide for all the delicious details! Join Figment’s Brush with the Masters Scavenger Hunt Figment is back and hiding inside famous works of art around World Showcase! With its mix of imagination and discovery, this scavenger hunt is a wonderful way for kids to learn about art in a hands-on way while adults have just as much fun searching the pavilions and unlocking a keepsake at the end. Purchase your map and stickers at Creations Shop, Disney Traders, or World Traveler, then set off on your artistic journey around World Showcase. Keep an eye out for Figment-themed picture frames tucked into each pavilion’s artwork and add the matching sticker to your map when you spot him. Once you’ve completed your masterpiece, head back to Disney Traders, Creations Shop or World Traveler to pick up a special keepsake! See You Soon at EPCOT International Festival of the Arts 2026 Whether you’re an art lover, foodie, Broadway fan, or family looking for hands-on fun, the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts has something to spark everyone’s imagination. Get ready for creative favorites like Animation Academy, the Expression Section: A Paint by Number Mural, Artful Photo Ops, exclusive festival merchandise, and so much more. Additionally, the magic of collecting the Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game will be coming to the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts with exciting activities designed for the whole family showcasing the beautiful artwork on each card. And this is just a taste of what’s to come! We Ate: Festival Favorites at EPCOT Food & Wine 2025 READ MORE Save Up to $250 Per Night with This 2026 Disney World Package READ MORE Perfect Pairings: A Stroll Through Emile’s Fromage Montage 2025 READ MORE The post 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts: Dates and Offerings Revealed appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

Monsters are coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios! A brand-new Monsters, Inc. themed land is coming to Hollywood Studios, and NEW permits were just filed for construction. The land will be located in the Muppets Courtyard area, which began a phased closure in May 2025, and the entire area was closed as of June 8th, 2025. This includes Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano, Muppet*Vision 3D, and PizzeRizzo. A new ‘Monsters, Inc’ land is coming! Disney hasn’t yet announced an opening timeline for the new Monsters, Inc. land, which appears to be named Monstropolis based on an exhibit that is located inside Walt Disney Presents in Hollywood Studios. However, progress is definitely being made in the area, and we spotted TWO new permits for construction! The first permit is for Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano, and it is for “general construction.” The permit was filed by Walt Disney Imagineering for work to be done by PCL Construction Services, Inc. We are thinking this is the start of the transformation for the new Monsters, Inc. land, but “general construction” permits could be for just about anything, so we don’t know exactly what work they will be completing. But something is definitely happening at Mama Melrose’s! Mama Melrose’s The second permit is very similar to the first, except it is for Pizzerizzo. The permit is also for “general construction” and was filed by Walt Disney Imagineering with PCL Construction Services, Inc. listed as the contractor. Again, “general construction” is a very vague description, and we don’t know what the permit is for specifically, but based on what we know, it is likely related to Monstropolis. PizzeRizzo The story of the land will pick up after the events of the popular Pixar film, and humans have now been invited to visit. So far, we know the new land will feature Disney’s very first suspended roller coaster, which is inspired by the door scene from Monsters, Inc. Disney has already started putting up construction walls and fencing off an area where Cast Member parking used to be located to build this new roller coaster. ©Disney The land will also feature a new theater show. Based on concept art, we are also expecting there to be a Harryhausen’s Restaurant in this new land. Of course, we will keep you updated as we learn more about this new land! ©Disney Stay tuned to DFB for all your Disney World news! 20 Big Changes Disney Has Already Announced for 2026 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What Disney World construction project are you most excited about? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! The post NEW Permits Filed for Monsters Inc. Transformation in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The holiday season is just around the corner, and the festivities have already started right here on the Disney Parks Blog! If you’re like us and are eagerly counting down the days to the most wonderful time of the year, advent calendars are one of my favorite ways to get into the holiday spirit and start each day with a surprise. We’ve rounded up some of the best advent calendar options inspired by fan-favorite brands including Disney Princess, Star Wars, and Disney Stitch to help you find the right fit for your family (or your fandom). Each offers 12 or 24 days of festive fun – featuring a variety of characters in the form of books, figurines, plush, and more. Each advent calendar is packed with surprises that make opening them each morning a magical mystery. Whether you’re looking for toddler-friendly toys or collectible trinkets, we have an advent calendar option for fans of all ages. So, grab your cocoa and let’s explore the ways you can count down to the holidays this year! 2025 Disney Advent Calendars Disney Store Star Wars Miniature Legacy LIGHTSABER Hilts Countdown Calendar Count down to Christmas with this 12-day calendar, featuring detailed mini replicas of the Legacy Lightsaber Hilts belonging to legendary Star Wars characters including Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, and Yoda. Each is carefully presented in a stackable display crate and comes with a display card, making this the perfect advent calendar for collectors. SHOP NOW LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar 2025 You don’t have to travel to a galaxy far, far away to celebrate the holidays thanks to this LEGO Star Wars advent calendar. The gift set is perfect for the Star Wars fans in your life, with 24 unique building toys (including lots of droids) that allow you to create your own droidsmith workshop. With a Star Wars-inspired surprise for every day, this set offers fun, festive activities for the entire family to enjoy in the run-up to the holiday season. SHOP NOW LEGO Disney Frozen Advent Calendar 2025 This Disney Frozen advent calendar from LEGO allows you to build the wonder of Arendelle right in your home – no ice powers needed. Inside you’ll find Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff micro doll characters, Olaf and Sven characters, and two kitten characters. This is such a cute and creative way to count down to the holidays! SHOP NOW Disney Princess Enchanted Christmas Official Pop-Up Advent Calendar Open up a storybook of enchantment this holiday season with the Disney Princess advent calendar, which contains a pop-up Christmas tree and 25 ornaments showcasing items like Cinderella’s glass slipper, Tiana’s water lily, and Rapunzel’s frying pan. There is also a guidebook filled with facts and trivia so you can learn something new each day. SHOP NOW Funko Bitty Pop! Disney Princess Holiday Advent Calendar This Funko Bitty Pop! Calendar is full of teeny tiny treasures, all paying tribute to our favorite Disney Princess characters. Over the course of 24 dazzling days, you can open the boxes to reveal 10 Bitty POP! collectibles, nine stackable display pieces, three holiday accessories, one keychain case, and one pin case. SHOP NOW Fisher-Price Little People Disney Princess Advent Calendar Keep the princess party going and let your little one’s imagination shine bright this season with the Fisher-Price Little People advent calendar. With five Disney Princess character figures and 19 play pieces, as well as an ornament, kids can unwrap a new toy each day that can be added to the festive holiday scene. SHOP NOW Disney Store Once Upon a Story 24-Day Countdown Calendar Micro Figure Set Make the countdown to Christmas even more magical with this micro figure set celebrating some of our favorite fairytale friends! 24 play figures and props from beloved films such as Beauty and the Beast, Frozen, Tangled, and The Princess and the Frog are waiting to be revealed behind each numbered compartment. SHOP NOW Disney Stitch Advent Calendar Get ready for 24 days of magic and mischief as you follow Stitch, Angel, and their intergalactic friends through this festive storybook advent calendar. The colorful calendar includes 24 short stories, allowing young readers to embark on a hilarious and heartwarming holiday adventure every day. SHOP NOW Disney Store The Muppet Christmas Carol 12-Day Countdown Calendar The Muppet Christmas Carol is a classic holiday movie, and this advent calendar brings the charm and nostalgia of the film right to your home. 12 intricately designed character plushes are hidden behind each window and door, including Kermit the Frog as Bob Cratchit, Miss Piggy as Emily Cratchit, Ebenezer Scrooge, and the Ghost of Christmas Past! SHOP NOW Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas: Christmas Town Advent Calendar Step into Christmas Town and celebrate the season, Skellington-style, with this frightfully fun Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas countdown calendar. The keepsake calendar is all treats (and maybe a few tricks), with 25 days of gifts such as mini books, note cards, and ornaments to unveil. SHOP NOW Funko Bitty Pop! Marvel Holiday Advent Calendar Suit up for a super-powered countdown and gear up for a heroic holiday with this Funko Bitty Pop! Advent calendar. 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SHOP NOW Maybe you’re looking for princesses, plushes, or petite collectible items – with so many cheerful countdowns to choose from, there is something for every Disney fan this holiday season. These advent calendars are more than just gifts, they are memories waiting to be made and merry moments to be celebrated, with lots of surprises in store. But don’t wait too long to get the festive fun started – these calendars are popular picks, and they won’t stick around until Christmas! Disney and Macy’s Holiday Collection: Jewelry and Accessories READ MORE New Disney Frozen Pandora Charms and More Products READ MORE Disney Store’s Top Toy Picks for 2025 Holidays READ MORE The post 2025 Gift Guide: Count Down to Christmas with These Disney Advent Calendars appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

As people who go to Disney World nearly every day, we’re constantly searching for ways to save on our visits — whether they’re day trips for work or full-on vacations. Cinderella Castle From hotel room discounts to ticket deals to savings on merchandise and dining, we’ve tried all the regular discounts before, and maybe you have as well. But one of our favorite tips requires a trip to Target! For several years now we’ve been reminding you that if you have a Target REDCard, you can save 5% when purchasing Disney gift cards. You can purchase them in values from $25-$500, and that means that if you use your REDCard to get the maximum savings, you would be saving $25 total on that $500 gift card. Gift Card! Now, one of the best strategies with this deal is to purchase multiple gift cards over time to save up for your trip. You can use them in the parks to get souvenirs, food, or pay for experiences. You can often use them to pay in the My Disney Experience or Disneyland apps as well! Sam’s Club sometimes has discounted gift cards. But if you’re hoarding gift cards ahead of your trip, it can be difficult to keep track of all of them and the various balances on them as you use them. Have you ever just given up on using your gift cards when they only have a couple bucks left on them? I know I have, and I have left a TON of money on the table! That’s where our biggest tip comes in! As you gather your gift cards, go to disneygiftcard.com/mycards/list-of-cards and start saving them to your account. From there, you can combine gift cards and name them — making it easier to keep track of what you’re spending. Disney Gift Cards! On that website, you can view your balance for each card, assign it a name, and check your transaction history. Note that the maximum value for a Disney gift card is $1000, so if you’ve purchased cards totaling more than that amount, you’ll have to spread it over multiple cards. Disney gift card So the next time you’re saving up for a Disney trip, use these tricks to get a head start on your budgeting! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World and Disneyland Resort tips. I Go to Disney World Every Day, and People Always Ask How I Can Afford It Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever purchased gift cards ahead of time for your trip? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney Expert Reveals the SECRET Trick They Use Before Their Trip – And It Saves You Hundreds of Dollars first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

I don’t know about you, but I feel like Disney+ is always on in my house. Whether I’m watching a childhood favorite or discovering a new series, Disney+ has become my go-to for streaming (especially with the Hulu add-on!). ©Disney About a year ago, we saw a price increase, and today officially marks the start of another. We’re sharing all the details you need to know before checking your next bill. Starting with just Disney+, the previous price with ads was $10 a month, and it is now going to $12. For ad-free, the previous price was $16 and is going to $19. That’s about a 20% increase for the option with ads and a little less than 19% for the ad-free version. ©Disney For the Hulu and Disney+ bundle, the ad-supported version is going from $11 to $13, and the ad-free version is staying the same at $20. That’s an 18% increase! Here are a few more price changes with different Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN bundles: Hulu (with ads) — $10 to $12 ESPN Select (with ads) — $12 to $13 Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN (with ads) — $17 to $20 Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN (no ads) — $27 to $30 Hulu with Live TV, Disney+, and ESPN (with ads) — $83 to $90 Hulu with Live TV, Disney+, and ESPN (no ads) — $96 to $100 Hulu with Live TV (with ads) — $82 to $89 ©Disney On the Disney+ support page, it says that Legacy subscribers with Disney+ Premium, Hulu, and ESPN Select bundle will pay $25 instead of $22, and those with the Hulu Plus Live TV legacy plan will have their plan raised from $88 to $95. These plans are not currently available to new customers, and if you’re unsure whether you’ll see a price increase, make sure to check your email to see if your bill will be affected. With the prices going up, make sure you’re taking advantage of Disney+ perks! These are available to subscribers and include entry to sweepstakes, free membership subscriptions, giveaway items, and more. ©Disney What do you think about these price increases? Are you seeing added benefits? Tell us your thoughts in the comments, and make sure you keep following Disney Food Blog for more. A NEW PERK JUST DROPPED FOR DISNEY+ SUBSCRIBERS Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW The post Disney+ Just Got MORE Expensive first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Your next flight could feel very different soon, thanks to a new perk coming from Southwest! ©Southwest Airlines Travelers, we’re FINALLY getting a change in our flights that we actually want to see. As frequent flyers ourselves, we’ve spent a lot of time trying to break up the monotony of a long, cramped flight, and we’ve even come across a few products we refuse to fly without in our future travels. But in a world where so much is changing so quickly, Southwest is offering FREE WiFi to some of its passengers, and it’s happening soon! Which perks do you consider when planning your next flight for business or vacation? Tell us in the comments below! The post NEWS: Major Southwest Airlines Change Starts SOON first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article