PHOTOS: New 50th Anniversary and Holiday Precious Moments Dolls Available at EPCOT

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New Precious Moments Disney dolls with 50th anniversary and holiday outfits have arrived at EPCOT for the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. These dolls can be found at a merchandise kiosk outside The American Adventure. The dolls mostly resemble iconic Disney characters. The holiday dolls are in pink dresses with red cloaks. The 50th … Read more

PHOTOS: New ‘Toy Story’ Apple Watch Band Available at Walt Disney World

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Another new Apple Watch band has arrived at Walt Disney World. This one features Woody and Bullseye from the “Toy Story” franchise. “Toy Story” Apple Watch Band – $34.99 Woody and Bullseye are set against a series of yellow, blue, and red stripes with stars. We found this band in Frontier Trading Post at Magic Kingdom.

PHOTOS: New ‘Pocahontas,’ Dory, ‘Flubber,’ and ‘Chicken Little’ Pins at Walt Disney World

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Four new open edition pins featuring unique Disney characters are now available at Walt Disney World. We found these pins at the Pin Traders stores in EPCOT and Disney Springs. Dory Pin – $9.99 The first pin features Dory from “Finding Nemo” with the diving mask reading “P. Sherman 42 Wallaby Way Sydney, NSW.” Chicken Little … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Candlelight Processional Returns With Auli’i Cravalho Narrating at EPCOT

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After being absent from last year’s “Taste Of” celebrations, the Candlelight Processional has returned to EPCOT for the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. The first celebrity narrator of this season is Auli’i Cravalho, the voice of Moana. The Candlelight Processional is located in the America Gardens Theatre at the American Adventure Pavilion. There … Read more

PHOTOS: New Minnie Mouse and Disney Princess Jewelry Sparkles at Magic Kingdom

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Walt Disney World has new jewelry inspired by Minnie Mouse and some of the Disney Princesses. We found all of this jewelry in Sir Mickey’s at Magic Kingdom. Most items are labeled as sterling silver. Minnie Head Hoop Earrings – $39.99 Minnie Head Stud Earrings – $39.99 Minnie Head Necklace – $39.99 Minnie Pearl Earrings and … Read more

PHOTOS: Gingerbread Display Opens at The American Adventure in EPCOT

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The final gingerbread display has opened at Walt Disney World this season. Guests can find this three-“house” display in the rotunda of The American Adventure in EPCOT. The three gingerbread creations represent the Lincoln Memorial, The American Adventure, and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial. In honor of the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World, … Read more

Hours Extended at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Animal Kingdom in Mid-December

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Hours in mid-December have been extended at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Magic Kingdom On December 12, 14, 16, and 17, Magic Kingdom will open at 8:00 a.m. instead of 9:00 a.m. It will still close at 8:00 p.m. on these days. On December 13, 15, and 18, it will still open at … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Spaceship Earth Lights Up for the Holidays at EPCOT

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As announced earlier today, Spaceship Earth has a new lighting package just for the holiday season. It debuted today during the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. After the regular Beacons of Magic display, festive bells ring, and Spaceship Earth transforms for the holiday season. Colorful designs take over the icon, including classic red … Read more

PHOTOS: New Limited Edition 2021 Candlelight Processional Pin at EPCOT

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A new limited edition pin is now available at EPCOT for this year’s Candlelight Processional. We found it in Pin Trading Headquarters. Limited Edition Candlelight Processional Pin – $19.99 It has a limited edition size of 4,000. The pin features Mickey conducting the processional with a Christmas tree and candles behind him. Check out the … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Walls Moved, World Discovery Walkway Opened Near Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT

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Construction walls have been removed from around the World Discovery walkways in front of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT. The Cosmic Rewind courtyard is still blocked by walls, but there is more space for guests to walk through the area near Mission: SPACE. New trees and grass have been planted throughout the … Read more

ViacomCBS Acquires Majority Stake in Disney-Owned Spanish Networks

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ViacomCBS Networks International (VCNI) has acquired a majority stake in Fox TeleColombia and Estudios TeleMexico, both owned by The Walt Disney Company. ViacomCBS International Studies (VIS) will operate Fox TeleColombia and Estudios TeleMexico in collaboration with their founding family. VCNI will have access to the studio operations in Mexico and Colombia. The acquisition is expected … Read more

PHOTOS: Crews Currently Working on ‘Harmonious’ Barge in World Showcase Lagoon at EPCOT

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Although “Harmonious” debuted at EPCOT almost two months ago, crew members were working on one of the barges in World Showcase Lagoon today. There were two construction vehicles to the sides of one of the taco-shaped barges. The vehicles were on barges of their own. Crew members seemed to be working on the arm that … Read more

PHOTOS: Hand-Pulled Candy Canes and More Sweet Treats Return to Disneyland Resort

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Hand-pulled candy canes will be returning to Disneyland Resort this year on select days next month. Other sweet treats will also be available for the holidays. A tradition since 1968, candy canes at Disneyland Resort are hand-crafted during the holiday season – from mixing the ingredients to hand-pulling, rolling, and twisting the candy. The result … Read more

VIDEO: Spaceship Earth to Debut New Holiday Light Show for EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

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Imagineer Zach Riddley has shared a sneak peek of a new holiday light show that will illuminate Spaceship Earth during the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. Watch the video above or directly on Instagram. The limited-time holiday lights will run alongside the 50th anniversary Beacon of Magic through December 30, 2021.

PHOTOS: New VelociCoaster Ride Vehicle Wooden Model Available at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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A new snap-together wooden model set of a Jurassic World VelociCoaster ride vehicle is now available at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. VelociCoaster Wooden Model – $40 When assembled, the model makes a ride vehicle which seems to hover, tilted forward. The base reads “VelociCoaster.” The very detailed model even includes lap bars and vehicle mechanics. … Read more

PHOTOS: New Limited Release Pins for the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

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Three new pins inspired by “Olaf’s Frozen Adventure” are now available for the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. The pins are available in Creations Shop at EPCOT. Limited Release Olaf Pin – $19.99 Limited Release Olaf & Sven Pin – $15.99 Limited Release “Feels Like Home” Pin – $15.99