Plenty of Press Releases for 8/18/08

Here is a collection of press releases just made available by Walt Disney World. First off is some details about the Night of Joy event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: The 26th Night of Joy at Walt Disney World Resort will have lots of “news” surrounding a lineup featuring a “Who’s Who” of Christian music Sept. … Read more

Mickey and Minnie Get New Halloween Costumes

In an official press release today: LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — When the Disney characters dress up for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this September and October, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will be debuting a whole new look.  Mickey has traded his scarecrow costume for stunning purple and orange eveningwear fit for a Halloween ball.  … Read more

“He’s a Legend???”

According to our good friend Jim Hill of Jim Hill Media, former CEO of the Walt Disney Company, Michael Eisner, will be honored as a 2008 Disney Legend. While I expect a number of our readers to react rather harsh to this award, I personally never had a problem with Mr. Eisner’s work. In fact, … Read more

WDW Gets Stormstruck?

Hurricane Fay may make Monday a very interesting day for everyone at the Walt Disney World Resort. While it is still unknown what impact, if any, the storm will have on the Resort’s regular operations, they seem to be prepared: “It’s business as usual at Walt Disney World Resort. We’re continuing to monitor the weather,” said … Read more

Food & Wine Fight

Culinary greats will put their spatulas to the test in an elaborate cook-off Sept. 26-27 – during the opening weekend of the 13th annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival – in a quest to represent the United States at the prestigious Bocuse d’Or World Cuisine Contest. Eight two-person teams will turn up the heat … Read more

New Walt Disney World Resort Discounts Now Available

Here are some details on some new discounts Walt Disney World will be offering for those visiting in the fall this year: If guests purchase a provided 5-night, 6-day Magic Your Way package, they’ll get accommodations for five nights at a select Disney Value Resort or a select Disney Deluxe Villa Resort and a 6-day … Read more

“That is Our Dino!!!”

In case you didn’t get the Dinosaur attraction joke in the article title, here are some details on Downtown Disney’s newest resident: A two-story tall dinosaur is pictured August 13, 2008 being transported on a flatbed truck past a pedestrian crossing sign at the Downtown Disney entertainment district at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake … Read more

Details on Tinker Bell Movie Passholder Event

Registration for the Walt Disney World Passholder advanced screening of the Tinker Bell movie will be opening on August 19, 2008. The four screenings will take place on September 27 and 28 at 10:00 AM & 2:00 PM inside the Magic Kingdom, inside the Exposition Hall. You can register for the event If you have … Read more

More Details on Disney World’s 40th Anniversary

While we are still a little more than 3 years away from the 40th anniversary of the Walt Disney World Resort on October 1, 2011, there are many rumors of new additions to the Disney theme parks that are becoming more and more likely. We have already told you about the plan to renew classic … Read more

Temporary Dining Changes

Some temporary changes to dining at the Magic Kingdom are coming during the busy free dining plan season. According to the DIS: TOMORROWLAND TERRACE On August 24, 31 and September 7 and 14, the Tomorrowland Terrace will be serviing a buffet dinner from 5:30 to 9:00pm. The menu will include Chimichurri Beef Loin carved to … Read more

World of Disney New York Moving in 2010

Some Disney related news coming out of New York today, the Walt Disney World Company owned World of Disney Store in New York City may be on its way off of Fifth Avenue: Walt Disney Co. announced Friday that it will not renew its lease for its World of Disney store at 711 Fifth Ave. … Read more

Last Chance to Enter

Today is your last day to enter and win a 4 night/ 5 day stay at a value resort at Walt Disney World as part of the WDW News Today Magical Memories Contest sponsored by Magical Travel (pretty long name). Be sure to head on over to the WDW News Today Community Forums right away … Read more

Stomp The Main Street?

Seems Walt Disney World is about to hold a rather unusual special event later this month: LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla – On August 29, the Walt Disney World Resort will quake as the first annual Disney Step Classic kicks off at Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex. High School and College Step teams will compete … Read more

Talkin’ Timon

Here is some video captured by our own John Corigliano of the new living-character head that Timon in Festival of The Lion King at Animal Kingdom is now sporting:

Minor Update: Sounds Late

In a minor update, the refurbishment of Sounds Dangerous Starring Drew Carrey and Golden Age Souvenirs at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been extended to include today. The attraction and the small shop are scheduled to re-open tomorrow with little to no major changes. Stay tuned to WDW News Today as more becomes available on this story.

Monsters Inc. Sequel and Attraction in Development

It appears that Pete Docter and the people at Pixar are keeping busy working on some Monsters Inc. projects, according to IGN: The collective clever clogs over at Pixar are hinting that one of their most successful flicks —Monsters Inc. — could soon receive the sequel treatment. Speaking to MTV, Pete Docter, the director of the original, … Read more