VIDEO: Walt Disney Imagineer Shares Another Behind-the-Scenes Look at ‘Harmonious’ Soundtrack

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Earlier today, Disney shared a video and information about the soundtrack for “Harmonious,” the new nighttime spectacular coming to EPCOT. Now, a new TikTok video from Disney Parks shows Walt Disney Imagineer and music producer Yaron Spiwak working behind-the-scenes on the soundtrack. The video shows Spiwak working on the musical arrangement at World Showcase Lagoon … Read more

Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade, Fireworks, Dates, and More Details Announced for “Disney Very Merriest After Hours”

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Just like Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is being replaced with an After Hours event this year. “Disney Very Merriest After Hours” will take place on select nights in November and December: November: 8, 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19, 21, 23, 28, 30 December: 2, 3, 5, 7, 9, … Read more

Walt Disney World Theme Park Hours Released Through October 30

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Walt Disney World hours have been released through October 30. Hours were previously released through October 23. Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom is currently scheduled to open at 9:00 AM daily. It will close at 8:30 PM on October 24, 26, and 29. It will close at 9:00 PM on October 25, 27, 28, and 30. … Read more

Figment Gold Statue Confirmed for Disney Fab 50 at Walt Disney World

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Figment has been confirmed to be a member of the Disney Fab 50 Character Collection. Disney Legend Tony Baxter confirmed Figment’s gold statue via the Disney D23 Instagram. We already suspected Figment would be included in the collection based on concept art for Orlando International Airport’s Disney display. Check out our full list of Disney … Read more

VIDEO: Disney Shares Preview of EPCOT’s “Harmonious” Soundtrack

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“Harmonious” will finally debut on October 1 at EPCOT with what promises to be an incredible soundtrack. According to Disney Parks Blog, the soundtrack was produced remotely through over 100 recording sessions in nine countries and five U.S.A. states. Almost 240 musicians, artists, composers, arrangers, cultural consultants, and vocalists contributed to the show, which features … Read more

PHOTOS: New Halloween Horror Nights Merchandise Arrives at All Hallows Eve Boutique in Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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With the opening of the All Hallows Eve Boutique in Universal’s Islands of Adventure comes a whole bunch of new Halloween merchandise. Let’s take a closer look at some of these frightful items! Most of the store’s Beetlejuice merchandise is the same as last year. That includes this unique mug. In addition to the new … Read more

Walt Disney World Swan Reserve Hotel Opening Delayed to End of September

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Previously scheduled to open on September 1, the Walt Disney World Swan Reserve hotel will now be opening in late September. Guests with reservations impacted by this delay will receive communication directly from the hotel to arrange for alternative accomodations.

BREAKING: Space 220 Restaurant Finally Opening in Mid-September at EPCOT, First Detailed Look Inside

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Earlier rumors pointed to Space 220 Restaurant opening on October 1 at EPCOT, but we now know the unique new dining location will open sometime in mid-September. An exact date has not been announced. Space 220 Restaurant has been under construction for years but was delayed multiple times even before the COVID-19 closure. Watch Zach … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: All Hallows Eve Boutique Opens Bringing Horror Nights to Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Though we will have to wait for the Halloween Horror Nights Tribute Store at Universal Studios Florida, Friday the 13th has brought us a spooky surprise: the All Hallows Eve Boutique in Universal’s Islands of Adventure. The doors of the boutique are dressed up with Halloween icons, like skulls, cats, and owls. Inside, skeletons loom … Read more

New Cirque Du Soleil Show “Drawn to Life” Debuting November 18 at Disney Springs

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After a year of delays, the new Cirque du Soleil show “Drawn to Life” is now set to debut on November 18, 2021 at Disney Springs. Cirque du Soleil CEO Daniel Lamarre had previously said “Drawn to Life” would likely open this fall and the location was recently hiring a sales coordinator, so it seems … Read more

PHOTOS: Pavement Laid Outside Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in EPCOT

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Since our last construction update, a stretch of pavement has been laid outside Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in EPCOT. The pavement is to one side of the short concrete walls making a triangle in front of the attraction. This will create a courtyard housing the Xandarian ship. The foundation of the ship was … Read more

Disney+ Reaches 116 Million Subscribers

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Though Disney+ subscriber growth reportedly stalled this year, it has now reached 116 million subscribers, surpassing the expected 113 million. Disney+ continues to grow with original shows, including those set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and film releases. Although, Scarlett Johansson is currently suing Disney regarding the Disney+ release of “Black Widow.” One of the … Read more

COVID-19 Outbreak at Reedy Creek Fire Department, First Responders Lack Support

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According to a report from the Orlando Sentinel, there has been a COVID-19 outbreak at Walt Disney World’s local Reedy Creek Fire Department, but first responders are not receiving support. Two employees tested positive at the end of July and 10 total have contracted COVID-19. At least two who have tested positive were already vaccinated. … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Walls Surround Poseidon’s Fury at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Poseidon’s Fury at Universal’s Islands of Adventure has been “temporarily closed” since August 9, 2020, due to physical distancing. It’s the only Universal Orlando Resort attraction that hasn’t reopened since, other than the now permanently closed A Day in the Park with Barney, leaving fans worried about the attraction’s fate. Its status remains unsure as … Read more

Full List of Haunted Houses, Scare Zones, and Live Entertainment Revealed for Halloween Horror Nights 30 at Universal Orlando Resort

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With today’s final haunted house announcements, we now know every house and Scare Zone that will be at Halloween Horror Nights 30 at Universal Orlando Resort. Haunted Houses The Haunting of Hill House: Welcome to Hill House, a structure more alive than its ghostly inhabitants. Inside these walls echo the haunted footsteps of those trapped … Read more

The Wicked Growth: Realm of the Pumpkin Haunted House Coming to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort

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The Wicked Growth: Realm of the Pumpkin will be one of the haunted houses coming to Halloween Horror Nights 30 at Universal Orlando Resort this year. An evil rot has taken root in the land. It’s time once again for the rise of the Pumpkin Lord who grows Halloween like a malignant vine. His minions … Read more