PHOTOS, VIDEO: The Soul of Jazz Exhibit Comes to Downtown Disney District

The Soul of Jazz: An American Adventure exhibit has traveled across the country from EPCOT to Downtown Disney District. It visited three U.S.A. museums on the way. In Downtown Disney District, the exhibit opened on June 1 in the former ESPN Zone building. There were band students visiting the exhibit when we arrived. The opening … Read more

Repainting Begins on Exterior of Mickey’s PhilharMagic in Magic Kingdom

After refurbishing the marquee last year, Disney is now repainting the rest of the exterior of Mickey’s PhilharMagic. The edge of the roof overhang has been freshly painted blue, with rope-like gold running across it. The overhang is decorated with music notes. The support poles and decorative crowns also look freshly painted. The crowns are … Read more

Well and Wagon Appear at Halloween Horror Nights House Construction Site in Universal Studios Hollywood

The façades of multiple Halloween Horror Nights houses (no longer just mazes) have come together at Universal Studios Hollywood. Curious George Parking Garage Tents There are two long black tents in this parking lot. During our most recent visit, we saw a well. The well looks like stone, with a wooden frame around it that … Read more

Prime Parking Raised to $60 at Universal Orlando Resort

Prime parking at Universal Orlando Resort has been raised back up to $60 as we enter the summer season. Prime parking was $50 for most of May. It is usually raised to $60 during busy seasons, like summer, late December, and Spring Break.

New Polka-Dot Minnie Mouse Dress and ‘Main Street Electrical Parade’ Dress at Walt Disney World

Two new dresses by The Dress Shop have arrived at Walt Disney World. The first is a polka-dot, black and white Minnie Mouse dress, while the second celebrates 50 years of the “Main Street Electrical Parade.” Polka-Dot Minnie Mouse Dress – $128 This dress has a split design. Most of it is black with large … Read more

New Goofy 90th Anniversary Plush and Pin at Walt Disney World

Celebrate the 90th anniversary of Goofy with a new vintage-style plush and limited edition pin available at Walt Disney World. Limited Edition Goofy 90th Anniversary Plush – $34.99 Goofy is wearing his first color outfit, with an orange hat and vest. Though he was introduced in 1932, the cartoons were still in black and white. … Read more

Season Two of ‘Star Wars: The Bad Batch’ Premiering on Disney+ September 28

Season two of “Star Wars: The Bad Batch” will premiere on Disney+ on September 28. The trailer for the second season was released during Star Wars Celebration last weekend. “The Bad Batch” follows Clone Force 99, a group of clones with genetic mutations, immediately after Order 66. Dee Bradley Baker voices most of the clones, … Read more

New Rainbow Pride Stitch Plush at Disneyland Resort

Celebrate Pride Month with a cute and cuddly new rainbow Stitch plush from Disneyland Resort. We found this Stitch plush at Elias and Co. in Disney California Adventure. Pride Stitch Plush – $34.99 Stitch is covered in an ombre rainbow. His nose and eyes are purple, while the inside of his ears is dark blue. … Read more

New Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission Breakout Mug at Disneyland Resort

A new mug inspired by Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission Breakout! is available in the Super Store featuring Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure. Guardians of the Galaxy Mug – $22.99 Each side of the mug features the silhouette of a different Guardian (or two) in their electrified display cases. When filled with hot liquid, … Read more

‘The Incredibles’ Loungefly Mini Backpack Speeds Into Disneyland Resort

A super new Loungefly mini backpack themed to “The Incredibles” has arrived at Disneyland Resort. We found it in World of Disney at Downtown Disney District. Incredibles Loungefly Mini Backpack – $75 The backpack is blue, with red fabric around the zippers. The Disney Parks x Loungefly plaque on the front is also red. The backpack … Read more

Most Construction Walls Removed From Around The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure at Disney California Adventure

Construction walls went up around The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure in Disney California Adventure last month. Most of the walls have now been removed. The ride has remained open during the exterior construction. It looks like the pavement next to the building was replaced. The new pavement is lighter than the old pavement. … Read more

New Golden Starbucks Bottle Available at Disneyland Resort

A shiny new golden Starbucks bottle is available at Disneyland Resort. This bottle is also available at Walt Disney World and matches the 50th anniversary EARidescent Shimmer Collection. We found it in the Emporium at Disneyland Park, alongside the rest of the EARidescent Shimmer merchandise. EARidescent Shimmer Starbucks Bottle – $29.99 The metal bottle has … Read more

New Starry Sunglasses Minion Popcorn Bucket Available at Universal Studios Hollywood

Another Minion popcorn bucket, this one wearing star-shaped sunglasses, is taking over Universal Studios Hollywood. Minion Popcorn Bucket – $25.99 The yellow minion has his hands up in celebration. His star-shaped glasses have red frames and blue lenses. With the press of a button on the side of the glasses, they also light up. The … Read more

REVIEW: Mediocre New Pride Tart Arrives at Woody’s Lunch Box in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

June is Pride Month and Walt Disney World is celebrating with merchandise and treats. At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, a new pride lunch box tart is available at Woody’s Lunch Box in Toy Story Land. Pride Lunch Box Tart – $4.29 Guava-filled Pastry coated in Purple Vanilla Fondant and topped with Rainbow Sprinkles, Sour Ribbon Candy, … Read more

New Balloon Bucket Hat and Socks Join Vault Collection at Walt Disney World

Complete your balloon-inspired outfit with a new bucket hat and socks, part of the 50th anniversary Vault Collection at Walt Disney World. This hat and socks match the previously released balloon Spirit Jersey. We found them in the Main Street Cinema at Magic Kingdom. Balloon Bucket Hat – $29.99 The hat is white, with colorful … Read more

Merchandise Kiosk Reopens, Face Painting Station Removed at Pandora – The World of Avatar in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

The merchandise kiosk near the entrance to Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom has reopened. We found merchandise at the kiosk that has been sold out from Windtraders for a while. There are mostly toys and figures. The face painting station, Colors of Mo’ara, has been removed and converted into more merchandise … Read more