PHOTOS: Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges Closed for Refurbishment, Wimpy’s and Lagoon Viewing Walled Off at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges has closed for refurbishment at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, one day earlier than scheduled. The walls erected around the attraction’s entrance also block off Wimpy’s and the lagoon viewing area. It’s not unusual for water rides such as Popeye & Bluto’s Bilge-Rat Barges to close briefly during the winter season … Read more

BREAKING: Disneyland Paris Cancels Pride and Electroland Events for 2021

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Both the Disneyland Paris Pride and Electroland events have been canceled for the summer of 2021. The Pride celebration was postponed in 2020 due to COVID-19 and then re-scheduled for June 12, 2021, coinciding with pride events all over the world. Disneyland Paris previously held a Pride celebration in 2019. Electroland, a party weekend featuring … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: “The Soul of Jazz: An American Adventure” Now Open at EPCOT

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“The Soul of Jazz: An American Adventure”, inspired by Disney and Pixar’s Soul, is now open in EPCOT. This new exhibit celebrates the history and culture of jazz as an African American art form. Walt Disney Imagineering worked with jazz experts and institutions to learn more about the history of jazz music and bring it … Read more

PHOTOS: New Disney nuiMOs Everyday Cosplay Collection Available at Walt Disney World Features Alice in Wonderland, Star Wars, and More

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As we have previously reported, new Disney nuiMOs outfits are launching on the first Monday of every month. Today’s “Everyday Cosplay” collection is designed by Ashley Eckstein of Her Universe and artist Wes Jenkins. Plus, there’s a new Valentine’s Day outfit! Valentine’s Dress – $12.99 Cheshire Cat “Mad Love” Outfit by Ashley Eckstein – $17.99 … Read more

PHOTOS: Sleeping Beauty Castle Covered in Scaffolding for Refurbishment at Disneyland Paris

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While Disneyland Paris remains closed until at least April, Sleeping Beauty Castle (Le Château de la Belle au Bois Dormant) is undergoing refurbishment to prepare for the park’s 30th anniversary in 2022. In an internal video shared with Cast Members, the castle could be seen covered in scaffolding. According to OutsidEars, new turrets for the … Read more

PHOTOS: Big Al’s Sign Missing from Kiosk in Magic Kingdom

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The sign for Big Al’s is now missing from the merchandise kiosk in Magic Kingdom’s Frontierland. The kiosk sits across from the Country Bear Jamboree. The sign featured Big Al with his guitar and it was surrounded by logs. The square where it sat is still visible on the kiosk roof. It’s possible the sign … Read more

PHOTOS: Construction Continues on New MouseGear, Club Cool, and More at EPCOT

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We’ve come a long way and still have a long way to go with the refurbishment and construction of EPCOT’s new World Celebration neighborhood. Once complete, the neighborhood will house Starbucks, Club Cool, a new quick-service restaurant, and the refurbished Mouse Gear. Windows and additional structural supports are being installed around Mouse Gear’s building. The … Read more

PHOTOS: Paul Bunyan and Bambi Art Visible in New Refurbished Rooms at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

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Disney’s Wilderness Lodge will not be reopening to regular guests until June 6, when newly-refurbished rooms will be available. We got to take a look at a remodeled test room back in 2019 and now we have a sneak peek of what the final room design looks like. Some of the rooms were visible through … Read more

WATCH: Pressing Issues Tonight at 8PM – Jungle Cruise Update, Entertainment Returning, Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover Delays, and Disneyland Legacy Passes

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Tonight on Pressing Issues, we will discuss the following topics: The upcoming makeover of both Magic Kingdom’s and Disneyland’s Jungle Cruise Some entertainment returning to Walt Disney World The Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover’s continuous delays Disneyland Resort Passholders becoming Disneyland Legacy Passes and more! Tune in live at 8:00 PM EST on our YouTube channel … Read more

PHOTOS: New Jim Shore “Jungle Cruise” Mickey Mouse Figure Available in Walt Disney World

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A week ago, we heard the news that Jungle Cruise would be getting a new story. While the beloved attraction has not yet closed for the makeover, fans might still want to grab some merchandise to tide them over when they aren’t able to ride the attraction. Walt Disney World has a new Jim Shore … Read more

PHOTOS: Class of 2021 Graduation Ear Headband Arrives at Walt Disney World

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Walt Disney World has released their class of 2021 graduation ear headband, so graduates can celebrate their achievements in style at Disney Parks. We found the ears at Gateway Gifts in EPCOT. Class of 2021 Ear Headband – $29.99 This blue ear headband has a small graduation cap on top. The ears are covered in … Read more

PHOTOS: Play! Pavilion Roofing Project Finally Complete at EPCOT

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For months now, we’ve watched the triangular tiles of the future Play! Pavilion in EPCOT be replaced. However, the roof replacement came to a halt more than a month ago with one old tile still remaining. Here’s what the one bright yellow tile has looked like on the old Wonders of Life Pavilion. Finally, the … Read more

PHOTOS: Facade Almost Fully Enclosed for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT

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Since we checked in a few days ago, Disney has made fast work enclosing the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind facade with wood panels. There’s plenty more work to be done at the construction site, but we can now see the shape of the building’s angled facade. More wood will be installed on the … Read more

Pop Warner National Championship Moving from Walt Disney World to Universal Orlando Resort

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Walt Disney World has been home to the Pop Warner National Championship week for several years, but the event is now moving to Universal Orlando Resort. Pop Warner’s annual Super Bowl and National Cheer and Dance Championships have been held in Orlando for 25 years. Beginning this year, they are partnering with Florida Citrus Sports … Read more

PHOTOS: Lettering Being Primed on Osceola Parkway Archway for 50th Anniversary Reimagining at Walt Disney World

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The 50th-anniversary reimagining of Walt Disney World’s Osceola Parkway entrance has been moving quickly. The archway and righthand sign are painted royal blue and work has begun on the lettering. Goofy and Mickey have yet to be touched in the reimagining process. Plastic has been removed from Minnie Mouse, meaning her sign is now complete. … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Ariel “The Little Mermaid” Dress and Loungefly Purse Arrive at Walt Disney World

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Look at this stuff, isn’t it neat? Your collection can be complete with this new dress and Loungefly purse inspired by Ariel in The Little Mermaid. Mermaid Dress – $128 This dress of course has a mermaid silhouette. Most of the dress is a deep blue with some pink on top. The pink section is … Read more