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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Unexpectedly Closed Again Today at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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UPDATE 11:45 a.m.: Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith is now open with a 120 minute wait at the time of publication. The saga of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster’s operational issues continues today as the ride failed to open this morning at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The coaster has become infamous lately for its on-again-off-again nature. … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: For the First Time in Forever, Olaf Returns to Celebrity Spotlight at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Just in time for the chilly weather here in Central Florida, Olaf has returned for a character sighting in Celebrity Spotlight at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. For the first time in forever (since March 2020), the sun-loving snowman is meeting and greeting guests indoors. Celebrity Spotlight is in Echo Lake, near Backlot Express. The queue begins … Read more

Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park Closed January 16 & 17 Due to Low Temperatures

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park will be closed once again on January 16 and 17 due to low temperatures. With temperatures forecast in the 60s, Disney has removed operating hours for the park. At this time, Typhoon Lagoon is scheduled to reopen on Tuesday, January 18. The water park reopened on January 2, and has … Read more

Merchandise Roundup 1/14/22: Sparkly Bag Charms, Weighted Pua Plush, and More

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Welcome to the merchandise roundup for January 14, 2022. Each day, Walt Disney World releases new merchandise, and we know you don’t want to miss a thing. Join us as we explore everything new at the Magic Kingdom. Castle Bike Shorts- $29.99 We spotted these new bike shorts adorned with colorful castle icons. Blue, white, … Read more

Menu Changes Coming to Jiko – The Cooking Place at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Jiko – The Cooking Place is reopening on February 17, and it looks like new items — and some old favorites — will be on the menu. Walt Disney World updated the restaurant’s menu this evening after the reopening was announced. Appetizers Removed Tibs in Brik Tour of Africa North African-spiced Scallops Mushroom Flatbread Curried … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: The Muppets “Rainbow Connection” Points of Light Show Debuts on Spaceship Earth – EPCOT Festival of the Arts 2022

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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New this year to the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is a special version of the Points of Light show that takes place nightly on Spaceship Earth. Just announced earlier today, the new show features rainbow lighting to the soundtrack of The Muppets’ “Rainbow Connection.” “Rainbow Connection” is sang by Kermit and Miss Piggy. … Read more

PHOTOS: New Annual Passholder Exclusive 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts MagicBand Featuring Figment

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can purchase an exclusive design featuring Figment for the 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Annual Passholder Exclusive MagicBand – $39.99 Figment takes center stage on the box, with “Passholder” written across the bottom. This purple band is a limited edition of 1,000. Various artistic images cover the band, … Read more

PHOTOS: Dine in Style at the 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts with the New Figment Spork

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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You can eat your way around the world in style with a new Figment Spork (yes, you read that right!) at the 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Figment Spork – $2.50 This adorable purple spork sports Figment on the top, wielding a paintbrush. The festival logo is printed on the handle. We found … Read more

PHOTOS: Figment Popcorn Bucket Debuts at the 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Our favorite purple dragon finally has his own popcorn bucket! The 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts has begun, and the Figment popcorn bucket has arrived at Pop Eats! Like everyone else on the first day of the festival, we lined up to get Figment. Cast Members were ready for us, with counters full … Read more

PHOTOS: 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts MagicBand Debuts

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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We’re here at the 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, checking out all the new merchandise available, including the new MagicBand. 2022 Festival of the Arts MagicBand – $39.99 The design is part of the “make a masterpiece today” collection, featuring Figment, Mickey, and more. The MagicBand is a limited edition of 2,000. The … Read more

Preview the 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Annual Passholder Exclusive Hoodie

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Disney has given Annual Passholders a sneak peek at the new exclusive pullover hoodie celebrating the 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. The two-toned gray hoodie has “EPCOT International Festival of the Arts” on the left breast against a background of artwork and iconography. “Passholder” runs down the left sleeve. Disney did not release … Read more

Olaf Character Sighting Returns to Disney’s Hollywood Studios on January 15

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Everyone’s favorite scene-stealing, summer-loving snowman returns to Disney’s Hollywood Studios this weekend as Olaf will be available for character sightings beginning January 15, according to the Walt Disney World website. Celebrity Spotlight, Olaf’s home since 2016, is currently listed as “temporarily unavailable,” but showtimes have been added to the calendar. Olaf will return to Celebrity … Read more

Walt Disney World Begins Hiring for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Hiring has begun for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind as the new roller coaster approaches its summer opening. Though external hiring has yet to start, current Cast Members are being invited to apply to transfer to the new ride. No official opening date has been announced. Click here to see our latest construction update.

Garden Rocks Concert Series Returns to 2022 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, Full Lineup Released

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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The Garden Rocks Concert Series is returning for the 2022 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, and today, the full lineup of performers has been released. Last year, local Orlando bands replaced the series, but it returns this year with headliners including Kool & The Gang, Plain White T’s, and Simple Plan. March 4-5 – … Read more

Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon to Remain Closed Today Due to Cold Weather

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon will be closed again today due to low temperatures. These closures are not unusual during this time of year. The water park was scheduled to open at 10 a.m. this morning, but the current temperature in the area is 64°F according to the Weather Channel. The park was also closed yesterday, January … Read more

Despite Heavy Marketing, Magic Kingdom Locations with New 50th Anniversary Treats Are Closed, Selling Incorrect Items, or Aren’t Ready to Serve Them

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Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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Nine new 50th anniversary food and beverage items were announced to debut today at the Magic Kingdom, but guests searching for them at the park have faced a series of disappointments instead. The Always Tea Time Slush was set to launch at Cheshire Café, but the venue is closed for the season. Cast Members at … Read more

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