Disney Reiterates “Festival Area” and Not Pavilion Building is Coming to World Celebration in EPCOT

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In a press release, Disney once again referred to EPCOT’s new festival home as an “area” instead of a “center”, confirming the multi-level festival pavilion project was canceled. The festival center was originally announced as part of the overhaul of EPCOT and was featured in concept art. In July of last year, amidst many construction … Read more

PHOTOS: 50th Anniversary Towel, Mickey Park Pal, Photo Album, and More New “World’s Most Magical Celebration” Merchandise Available at Walt Disney World

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Even more 50th anniversary merchandise has arrived at Walt Disney World. We found a new towel, water bottle, photo album, Park Pal, snow globe, and pressed coin book in the Emporium at Magic Kingdom. 50th Anniversary Towel – $29.99 This merch matches the blue Celebration Collection. Each item is limited to two per guest. 50th … Read more

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Reopening November 5 at Disneyland

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After a two-month refurbishment, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Disneyland Park will be reopening on November 5, 2021. The coaster closed on September 7 with a “fall 2021” reopening scheduled. The Disneyland website now lists hours for the attraction starting on November 5.

Chicken Dinner Cupcake Trio, Mission to Mars Burger, and More Among 150 New Menu Items, Popcorn Buckets, Mugs, and Sippers Coming to Walt Disney World for “The World’s Most Magical Celebration”

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150 new menu items are coming to Walt Disney World Resort to mark the 50th anniversary and “The World’s Most Magical Celebration.” Some are theme park classics while some will be inspired by Walt Disney’s favorite dishes. Of the 150-plus new items available, examples include: Cheese Fries with Walt’s Chili at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme … Read more

Future World is No More, “Neighborhoods” Have Now Replaced 1982 Land at EPCOT

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We learned a few years ago that, as part of the major overhaul of EPCOT, Future World would be divided into “neighborhoods”. Disney has now announced that the neighborhoods will officially debut with “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” on October 1, though on the Walt Disney World website, the neighborhoods are actually already listed. EPCOT … Read more

PHOTOS: “Sweetest Spoon Showcase” Window Displays Preview Story Details of the New Main Street Confectionery in Magic Kingdom

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The Main Street Confectionery will be reopening in just a few days, and the windows of the sweets shop are getting new displays. One small window now shows off a table of pastries and confections. Nearby, this window is all about “The Sweetest Spoon Showcase.” Banners read “Mars proudly presents The Sweetest Spoon Showcase Featuring … Read more

PHOTOS: Main Street Cinema Closes to Become 50th Anniversary Vault Collection Shop at Magic Kingdom

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With the Main Street Confectionery about to reopen, the Main Street Cinema is no longer selling sweets and treats at Magic Kingdom. Instead, the cinema will soon house the new Vault Collection. The store is now closed to receive a retro-inspired overlay. The marquee still says the cinema is now showing “sweets & treats” but … Read more

Canada Far and Wide in Circle-Vision 360 Reopening November 21 at EPCOT

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Canada Far and Wide in Circle-Vision 360 will be reopening in the Canada Pavilion at EPCOT on November 21. The attraction closed on June 27 and the theater has since housed Appleseed Orchard at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. With the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival concluding on November 20, the movie … Read more

VIDEO: Hear The Full “You Are The Magic” Theme Song from NEW Disney Enchantment Fireworks as it’s Performed Live at Magic Kingdom

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This morning, we saw Mickey and friends performing Disney Enchantment’s new theme song, “You Are The Magic”, live on the Cinderella Castle stage in Magic Kingdom. Mickey and the gang were dressed up in their 50th anniversary garb, and were joined on stage by Philip Lawrence and Kayla Alvarez, whose voices will be heard in … Read more

PHOTOS: Cast Members Now Wearing EARidescent 50th Anniversary Name Tags at Walt Disney World

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Earlier this year, we learned that Cast Members at Walt Disney World would be getting new EARidescent name tags commemorating the resort’s 50th anniversary. Distribution of the name tags began this month and now we’re starting to see Cast Members sport the new look. The name tags feature the 50th anniversary logo and “The Most … Read more

PHOTOS: Dark Brown Staining Added to Elements of Frontierland Railroad Station in Magic Kingdom

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We’ve been keeping an eye on the Frontierland railroad station as it is refurbished ahead of Magic Kingdom’s 50th anniversary next week. Most of the front of the station has now been restained or repainted for a fresher look. The entire front and sides of the station were painted a fresh coat of red. The … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Continues on New Quick-Service Restaurant and Bakery in EPCOT

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Creations Shop and Club Cool are now open at the center of EPCOT, but construction continues next door on the new quick-service restaurant and Starbucks. From the Monorail, we can see just how big the construction area is for work on both the dining locations and Journey of Water. Most of the building has been … Read more

Snickers, Dove Chocolate, M&M’s & More Collide with Classic Disney Treats on NEW Menu for Main Street Confectionery at Magic Kingdom

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The menu has been released for the Main Street Confectionery at Magic Kingdom, now sponsored by Mars Wrigley, which will reopen on September 29 after a lengthy refurbishment. In addition to “interactive opportunities” and a candy wall of M&M’s and Skittles, there are several new treats that guests will be able to try at the … Read more

PHOTOS: 50th Anniversary Blend K-Cup by Joffrey’s Now Available in Walt Disney World Resort Hotel Rooms

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Walt Disney World hotel rooms usually come stocked with some tea and coffee selections to use with a provided Keurig coffee maker. Guests will now find a K-Cup of a special Walt Disney World 50th anniversary blend by Joffrey’s at their room’s coffee station. The dark coffee comes in a cup with a blue top … Read more

Walt Disney World Releases Full Virtual Queue Details for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT

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Walt Disney World has released full details about the virtual queue for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, which will debut with the attraction’s grand opening on October 1. Various groups have had the opportunity to preview the attraction in the past month. Here’s how guests will use the virtual queue to experience Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure:  Guests with … Read more

PHOTOS: Early Theme Park Entry Begins at EPCOT

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As part of “The World’s Most Magical Celebration”, Walt Disney World hotel guests can now enter all four theme parks 30 minutes early every day. With EPCOT opening at 11:00 AM, we got to the park at about 10:00 AM to see how early entry would go. Early entry guests were directed to the right. … Read more