PHOTOS: Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade Reopens Free of Charge at Magic Kingdom

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After being closed for over a year, the Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade at Magic Kingdom has reopened. The Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade recently got new flooring as part of the boardwalk replacement throughout the land. A game of 35 shots at the Shootin’ Arcade previously cost $1, but it’s now free. Signs have been covered up to … Read more

Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser General Bookings Open on October 28, 2021

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The Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel will officially open to guests on March 1, 2022, and general bookings for voyages on the Halcyon will become available on October 28, 2021. Disney Vacation Club members, Passholders, and Disney Visa Cardmembers will be able to book early, but dates have not yet been announced. Star Wars: Galactic … Read more

BREAKING: Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Hotel Opening March 1, 2022

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Guests will be able to stay at the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel starting on March 1, 2022. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will immerse guests in the “Star Wars” universe, inviting them aboard the Halcyon starcruiser for a space adventure that includes a trip to Batuu in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Read more Star Wars: … Read more

VIDEO: Watch the Final Performance of ‘Happily Ever After’ Fireworks at the Magic Kingdom

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After just over four years (and most of a year without any performances), the “Happily Ever After” fireworks spectacular at Magic Kingdom is being permanently retired to make way for a new 50th anniversary show, “Disney Enchantment.” Join us for the final performance of “Happily Ever After” at Walt Disney World! Guests staked their claims … Read more

Sassagoula River Cruise Resuming Service to Disney Springs October 1

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The Sassagoula River Cruise will resume service to and from Disney Springs starting October 1. The boat service will be available from Disney’s Old Key West and Saratoga Springs Resorts, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. daily. It will be available from Disney’s Port Orleans Resort when it reopens later in October. The service had … Read more

Magic Kingdom Park Hours Extended October 1 Through 4

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Operating hours for Magic Kingdom have been extended for the park’s 50th anniversary on October 1 and the days after. Magic Kingdom will now close at 11:00 p.m on October 1 – 4. It was previously scheduled to close at 10:00 pm when hours were extended in early September. The park will still open at … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Watch the First Ever Performance of ‘Harmonious’ Nighttime Spectacular at EPCOT

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Yesterday, we said goodbye to “EPCOT Forever” (two years after saying goodbye to “IllumiNations”). Today, we’re saying hello to “Harmonious,” the brand-new nighttime spectacular playing on World Showcase Lagoon at EPCOT. Crowds gathered around World Showcase Lagoon to catch the show. Thirty minutes before showtime, the torches were lit. The show focuses on the five … Read more

PHOTOS: New Poison Apple, Winnie the Pooh, Queen of Hearts, ‘Oliver & Company’, and Limited Edition Figment ‘Magical Comics’ Pins at Walt Disney World

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New pins have arrived at EPCOT featuring items from “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” Winnie the Pooh, Figment, “Oliver & Company” characters, and a Queen of Hearts quote. Poison Apple & Heart Pin Set – $17.99 This set includes two “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” pins. The first is a heart that reads … Read more

PHOTOS: New Mary Blair-Inspired ‘Alice in Wonderland’ Crossbody Bag Flies Into EPCOT

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A new purse is now available as part of the Mary Blair-inspired “Alice in Wonderland” 70th anniversary collection. We found the purse at The Tea Caddy in the U.K. Pavilion of EPCOT. “Alice in Wonderland” Crossbody Bag – $49.99 The purse is pink with diamond stitching. It comes with a detachable crossbody strap. At the … Read more

SHOP: New Pre-Arrival Mickey Mouse Holiday MagicBand Now Available

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A new Mickey Mouse holiday pre-arrival MagicBand is now available to Walt Disney World Resort hotel guests and Annual Passholders. Mickey Mouse Holiday MagicBand – $25 The red plaid MagicBand has Mickey dressed up for the winter weather. The other side of the MagicBand has a snowman. It’s available as a pre-order for $25 compared … Read more

PHOTOS: Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures Joins the 50th Anniversary Fun With Themed Decorations at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Chester and Hester have dressed up their DinoLand U.S.A. shop, Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures, for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World. Upon entering is a sign for “The World’s Most Magical Celebration.” The “50” icon is made out of gold bottle caps. Above, there are gold pennants. The dinosaur in the center of … Read more

Tommy Kirk, Child Star and Disney Legend, Passes Away at 79

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Tommy Kirk, who starred in several Disney films as a child in the 1950s and 1960s, has passed away at the age of 79. Kirk started his career with Disney as Joe Hardy in the Mickey Mouse Club’s “The Hardy Boys: The Mystery of the Applegate Treasure.” He was known for films such as “Old … Read more

PHOTOS: New 50th Anniversary Pressed Pennies and Medallions Arrive at Magic Kingdom

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In addition to the 50th anniversary pressed pennies at EPCOT, new penny designs and medallions have arrived at Magic Kingdom for “The World’s Most Magical Celebration”. The machines can be found throughout the park, each with eight designs, four of which sport the 50th anniversary logo. The 50th anniversary pennies in this machine feature Winnie … Read more

PHOTOS: Final Section of Beast’s Castle at Be Our Guest in Magic Kingdom Being Painted

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A few weeks ago, scaffolding was removed, and refurbishment was mostly completed on the exterior of Be Our Guest in Magic Kingdom, but one section of wall at the front of Beast’s castle had yet to be repainted. Crew members are now working on the wall, so refurbishment should be officially completed soon. Though the … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disney Parks Halloween Balloon Floats Into Walt Disney World

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A new Halloween balloon has arrived at Walt Disney World. You’ll find it with balloon Cast Members on Main Street, U.S.A., in the Magic Kingdom. The double-layered balloon has an orange Mickey head balloon surrounded by a transparent balloon. One side features Mickey in costume. He is surrounded by bats and is carrying a stack … Read more

New Limited Release Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Pin Set Available to Disney Movie Insiders on October 1

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A new limited release 50th anniversary pin set will be available exclusively to Disney Movie Insiders starting October 1. The set includes a Mickey pin and a Minnie pin. Each mouse is dressed in their 50th anniversary costume. The set will cost 800 points. Check out more 50th anniversary pins: PHOTOS: Limited Edition Walt Disney … Read more