Shannen Michaelsen 
May the 4th brought us some new styles from a galaxy far, far away to Vera Bradley at Disney Springs with the launch of new Star Wars items! For the occasion, items in three new Star Wars prints debuted: Far, Far Away, Far Far Away Light Vs. Dark, and Far, Far Away Medallion. A photo … Read more
A new Universal Studios-branded camouflage tote bag is now available at Universal Orlando Resort. Camouflage Tote – $38 The tote is camouflage with solid green handles. “Universal Studios” is embroidered in white on the center of one side. It zips closed, but there are gaps on the ends. The interior is white and green. We found … Read more
Moana will be the next princess featured as a limited edition doll in the Disney Designer Collection. The doll will be available for purchase on shopDisney on May 10, 2022. She will be available on May 10 at 7:00 a.m. PT on shopDisney. The Moana doll is designed by Nontra Null. Moana wears a ballgown … Read more
A new keychain inspired by Tomorrowland is now available at Disneyland Resort. Tomorrowland Keychain – $11.99 The keychain is silver, with an atom design. “Tomorrowland” is across the atom. It has a key ring and a lobster claw clip. Check out this new Tomorrowland shirt and this new Tomorrowland Minnie ear headband.
Construction continues on The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort as new Disney Vacation Club Resort Studios are created. Scaffolding surrounds this building and the staircase at one end has been completely dismantled. Even the staircase supports are now gone. The roof of the staircase remains. Shingles have been removed from some areas. The weather-proof … Read more
As part of the major refurbishment of Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, the walking bridges at Stormalong Bay are being refurbished. The bridges closed in March. In April, walls, scaffolding, and tarps completely surrounded one bridge. This bridge remains blocked from view as work continues. Construction walls are now going up next to the second bridge, … Read more
In addition to all of the new May the 4th merchandise, Disney’s Hollywood Studios also has a new line of general “Star Wars” apparel. We found this collection in Keystone Clothiers. “Star Wars” Youth Sweatshirt – $34.99 This sweatshirt is white, with black at the neckline, sleeves, and waist. All of this apparel has the “Star … Read more
Two new shirts, a water bottle, and a satchel are available for purchase at Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities in Disneyland. Dark Side Tee – $39.99 This black shirt has red designs across the shoulder reminiscent of Darth Maul. A red feather-like logo is on the back. Imperial Sweatshirt – $44.99 This black sweatshirt has the Empire logo … Read more
Some new merchandise has arrived at Droid Depot in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland, just in time for May the 4th, “Star Wars” Day. R2-D2 Metal Dome – $29.99 This R2-D2 dome can be attached to a Droid Depot R-unit. The dome lights up just like R2. Droid Builders Tee – $39.99 This orange tee reads … Read more
Alaska Airlines and Disneyland Resort have joined forces to debut a new aircraft with decorations inspired by Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. The plane shines in “space black” with the Millennium Falcon on the tail and TIE fighters across the side. Both the Disneyland and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge logos hover above the windows. This represents … Read more
Lucasfilm is launching Obi-Wan Wednesdays starting May 25, two days before the premiere of “Obi-Wan Kenobi” on Disney+, to reveal new products inspired by the show each week. Obi-Wan Wednesdays will run through June 29, revealing new toys, apparel, action figures, accessories, books, comics, and more. Fans can visit ObiWanWednesdays.com at 10 a.m. PDT / 1 … Read more
Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities at Disneyland Resort is now selling Asajj Ventress’ reforged lightsaber in honor of May the 4th. Reforged Asajj Ventress Legacy Lightsaber – $159.99 As opposed to the original Asajj Ventress lightsaber that debuted when Galaxy’s Edge opened, this hilt is a replica of the saber Ventress forges for herself after being cast out … Read more
To celebrate May the 4th, Amorette’s Patisserie at Disney Springs is now selling lightsaber-inspired eclairs. Lightsaber Eclairs – $8 each Each eclair is $8 or you can get a box of all five for $32. The box slides open. The lightsabers on top are just white chocolate, but each eclair has a different flavor corresponding to … Read more
No details or a timeframe have been announced, but Walt Disney World has confirmed that Star Wars Launch Bay will eventually reopen at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Star Wars Launch Bay closed in March 2020 with the rest of Walt Disney World Resort due to COVID-19. It only reopened to be used as a Relaxation Station … Read more
Osceola County residents have filed a complaint in Florida federal court claiming that, by signing the law to dissolve special tax districts including Reedy Creek Improvement District, Governor Ron DeSantis has violated their rights. The Florida legislature passed the law after The Walt Disney Company opposed the “Don’t Say Gay” bill. Disney’s Reedy Creek Improvement … Read more
Plexiglass dividers have finally been removed from the queue of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The dividers were previously attached to the railings in the final room of the queue, after the pre-show. The railings are now looking worse-for-wear. Plexiglass dividers were removed from most attractions and queues last year and … Read more
