12 – Primeval Whirl Now Being Demolished at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Last summer, Disney announced the permanent closure of Primeval Whirl at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The attraction has sat almost untouched for almost a year and a half. However, that changed this week when Disney began to demolish the attraction. No announcement has been made on the future of this space in DinoLand USA.
13 – Electrical Water Pageant Joins “The World’s Most Magical Celebration”
The beloved Electrical Water Pageant joins in the fun of “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” with new celebratory scenes featuring a towering castle, swirling pixie dust and a version of the celebration anthem song, “The Magic is Calling,” bookending the full traditional show as it sails nightly across Seven Seas Lagoon and Bay Lake. Stay tuned for more on the EARidescent updates to the Walt Disney World Resort classic.
14 – Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Update
Disney continues welcoming Guests back to Disney Resort hotels, such as at Disney’s All-Star Resorts, where Disney recently reopened the Music and Movies themes.
At this time, Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort will remain closed while Disney takes the opportunity to refresh the Sports theme area, and they look forward to sharing a new reopening date for rooms in the Sports theme at a later time.
Guests with upcoming reservations will receive communication via email and to modify their stay, at no additional charge. This modification will have no impact to other vacation experiences that may be booked, such as Theme Park reservations or dining.
As a reminder, Disney’s Port Orleans Resorts opens next month for our Guests, with bookings available beginning October 14 for Riverside and October 28 for French Quarter, subject to availability.
15 – Celebrate ‘Muppets Haunted Mansion’ at Walt Disney World and Disneyland
“Muppets Haunted Mansion” is an all-new show coming to Disney+! Walt Disney World and Disneyland are celebrating. Disney Cast Member Leigh Slaughter shares all the details below:
You may have recently heard that an all-new original Halloween special, “Muppets Haunted Mansion,” will debut exclusively on Disney+ starting Oct. 8. Check out the trailer for this funny and thrilling production featuring all of your favorite Muppets as you’ve never seen them before:
“Muppets Haunted Mansion” takes place on Halloween night, when Gonzo is challenged to spend one very daring night in the most grim grinning place on Earth … the Haunted Mansion. This marks the Muppets’ first-ever Halloween special and features three new original songs, “Rest In Peace,” “Life Hereafter” and “Tie The Knot Tango,” a star-studded Muppets cast, celebrity guest stars and special appearances, and frightful fun for the entire family.
But you don’t have to wait until Oct. 8 to celebrate the fun and excitement of this new special. If you are going to Disneyland Resort or Walt Disney World Resort before then, make sure to check out these spooky activities:
At Walt Disney World Resort:
Available now at PizzeRizzo at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you’ll want to try one of four different and delicious eclairs, some of which were inspired by the Muppets stretching portraits featured in “Muppets Haunted Mansion.”
Also at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, starting on Oct. 1, you can see exclusive content from “Muppets Haunted Mansion” in the pre-show for Muppet*Vision 3D .
Over at Magic Kingdom Park, beginning Oct. 8, look out for a special Magic Shot that the Disney PhotoPass photographer in front of the Haunted Mansion can add to your photo. You might spot a familiar face floating around your photo as Madame Pigota!
At Disneyland Resort:
Currently at the Magic Key Holder event at Disneyland park, Key Holders can find some fun photo opportunities. Starting Oct. 1, there will be additional photo opportunities near the Esplanade. Check out the uniquely themed Honda Ridgeline that is wrapped to resemble the wallpaper designs that were created especially for “Muppets Haunted Mansion.” Honda is the official vehicle of the Disneyland Resort.
Also beginning Oct. 8, you can visit an exhibit with exclusive content from “Muppets Haunted Mansion” inside the Main Street Opera House, near the pre-show area for Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln .
Disney Music Group:
Disney Music Group will feature the songs from “Muppets Haunted Mansion” on their Halloween playlist, starting Oct. 8. Visit disneymusic.co/DisneyHalloweenPL for more information.
And make sure to watch “Muppets Haunted Mansion” starting Oct. 8, and streaming only on Disney+!
For additional information on Disney+, please visit disneyplus.com .
16 – Disney Parks to Celebrate Disney+ Day on November 12
Disney+ is celebrating Disney+ Day on November 12 and Disney Parks will be feature special offerings during the day. Visit the link below for more.
Click here for more details on Disney+ Day on November 12.
17 – Disney Cruise Line Updates Pre-Sailing Testing Requirements
The Disney Cruise Line Know Before You Go has been updated to reflect the following change: The pre-trip COVID-19 test should be a NAAT test, rapid PCR test or lab-based PCR test. Rapid antigen and antibody tests are not accepted. Learn more about new health and safety guidelines and requirements for Disney Cruise Line by clicking here.
18 – “EARidescent” Disney Visa Card Design Arrives for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary
How about some Cinderella Castle bling on your Disney Visa credit card by Chase? If you are a current Disney Visa cardholder, you just need to log in to your account and select the new design. Likewise, if you apply for a new Disney Visa car, you’ll be able to select the design once you are approved.
What’s New and Happening Now at Walt Disney World Resort The New Normal – Visiting Walt Disney World During the Current Covid Restrictions
Click here for what you need to know about visiting Walt Disney World during the current Covid restrictions.
New Openings at EPCOT – As Part of the Historic Transformation of EPCOT
Click here for our review of Space 220 at EPCOT and what you need to know about this amazing new restaurant!
Click here for details on the all-new Club Cool at EPCOT.
Click here to learn about the new flagship shopping location at EPCOT – Creations Shop.
Now Through November 20, 2021 – 2021 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival
Click here for the seven reasons you don’t want to miss the 2021 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival.
Click here for photos of the menu boards with pricing for easy planning.
Click here for full menus and lots of photos of items available.
Click here for our Instagram Story with photos of food and beverage items, merchandise, and more.
Now Through October 31, 2021 – Disney After Hours Boo Bash at Magic Kingdom
Click here for our review and the 14 things you need to know about “Disney After Hours Boo Bash.”
Click here to see our Instagram Story with photos and video from our time at Disney After Hours Boo Bash.
Click here for details on where to find Halloween treats at Walt Disney World this fall.
Coming Soon to Walt Disney World October 1, 2021 – The Most Magical Celebration – 50 Years of Walt Disney World
Click here for details on “The Most Magical Celebration,” which begins on October 1, 2021, on the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World and runs for 18 months.
October 1, 2021 – Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure & France Pavilion Expansion Opens
Click here for our review and what you need to know about Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure.
Click here for what you need to know about the new La Creperie de Paris restaurant and expanded France pavilion.
October 1, 2021 – Steakhouse 71 at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Click here for menus of Steakhouse 71 – opening soon at Disney’s Contemporary Resort.
Upcoming Resort Reopenings
October 14 – Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – River Side October 28 – Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter Fall 2021 – Disney Genie – New Planning Tools, Paid Access to New Lighting Lane
Click here for the news announcement about Disney Genie.
Click here for your top 16 questions and answers about the new Disney Genie, Genie+, and Lightning Lane.
November 8 – December 30, 2021 – Holiday Season at Walt Disney World
Click here for details on the 2021 holiday offerings at Walt Disney World.
Click here for details on the new “Disney’s Very Merriest After Hours” at Magic Kingdom.
Click here for details on the Candlelight Processional returning for the 2021 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays.
Spring 2022 – Star Wars Hotel
Click here for Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser-What We Know So Far About the Upcoming Star Wars Themed Hotel Coming to Disney World
Now Through 2022 and Beyond – EPCOT Reimagined
Click here for what we know about the New EPCOT and what’s coming!
New and Coming Soon to Disneyland Resort Disneyland Resort – Now Open
Click here for details on the reimagined Snow White’s Enchanted Wish – now open!
Halloween Time is Back This Fall at Disneyland Resort
Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure – Now Open
Click here for more on the Avengers Campus! Now open at Disney California Adventure!
Click here for details on food and beverage offerings inside Avengers Campus.
Click here for information on merchandise available inside Avengers Campus.
Fall Season at Disneyland Resort – Now Through October 31
Click here for details on the fall season at Disneyland Resort!
Holiday Season at Disneyland Resort – November 12, 2021 – January 9, 2022
Click here for details on the holiday season at Disneyland Resort.
Click here for all the information on the all-new Disney Merriest Nights at Disneyland Park.
Coming Soon to Disney Cruise Line Return to Cruising
Click here for details on Disney Cruise Line’s return to sailing and the new safety protocols that are in place.
The Disney Wish
Click here for an overview of the next Disney Cruise Line Ship – The Disney Wish – Coming Summer 2022
Click here for information on bookings for the inaugural season in summer 2022.
Click here for more information on new dining experiences on the Disney Wish.
Itineraries in 2022
Click here to learn about Summer 2022 Itineraries on the Disney Cruise Line
Click here to learn about Early 2022 Itineraries on the Disney Cruise Line
Click here to learn about Marvel Day at Sea and Star Wars Day at Sea in Early 2022
Click here to learn about Halloween and Holiday Themed Cruises in fall 2022
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