DISNEY NEWS ROUNDUP: Tiana Opening Date, How to Ride & Passholder Previews Announced; Preview of New Drone Show & More
This week, we finally learned the opening date for the upcoming Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom. Along with the opening date, we learned details on how to ride the attraction with information about a virtual queue and Disney Genie+ and got details on the upcoming annual passholder previews. Disney also shared a first look at the upcoming “Dreams that Soar” drone show coming to Disney Springs. Learn about all of these stories and more below.
1 – Opening Date for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Announced!
Drop on in with Princess Tiana this summer, as Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World on June 28! Tiana’s Bayou Adventure invites guests to join beloved characters Princess Tiana, Mama Odie, Louis, and all-new friends on a thrilling adventure, all set against the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. This new attraction will feature dozens of Audio-Animatronics figures, a foot-tapping soundtrack, and a celebration where everyone’s welcome. Learn more at the link below.
Click here for more on the announcement of the opening date for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure!
2 – Details on How to Ride Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Released!
Days after the opening date was announced for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, details were released on what you need to know before you go to ride the attraction. Information on a virtual queue, Disney Genie+, and more were released so guests know what to expect when the attraction opens on June 28. Learn more at the link below.
Click here for full details on how to ride Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom.
3 – Disney Releases First Look at Upcoming Drone Show Coming to Disney Springs
This week, Walt Disney World shared a sneak peek of “Disney Dreams that Soar Presented by AT&T,” a new nighttime drone show coming to Disney Springs. Running from May 24 to September 2, this innovative experience is the first of several new limited-time entertainment offerings debuting this summer at Walt Disney World Resort.
The footage is from a recent test session in France that shows how the skies over Disney Springs will come alive with larger-than-life images of classic Disney characters through the use of 800 state-of-the-art drones choreographed with iconic quotes from fan-favorite films such as Disney’s “Peter Pan,” “Dumbo,” “Wall-E,” “Big Hero 6,” “Star Wars” and more. Visit the link below for more!
Click here for photos and video of the upcoming “Disney Dreams that Soar” coming to Disney Springs.
4 – Walt Disney World Annual Passholder Preview Details Announced
This week, Disney announced details for Walt Disney World annual passholders previews for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. There will be six days annual passholders can attempt to preview the attraction. Learn more at the link below.
5 – Disney Ice Cream Merchandise Released at Disney Parks and DisneyStore.com
Fans of Disney ice cream and Disney merchandise will love the new Disney Ice Cream merchandise line now out in Disney Parks and DisneyStore.com. Learn more at the link below.
Click here for details on the new Disney Ice Cream merchandise line.
What’s New and Happening Now at Walt Disney World Resort
Now Through May 27, 2024 – EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival
Click here for the 11 things you don’t want to miss at the 2024 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival!
Click here to view our Instagram Story with photos and video from Opening Day!
Click here to view photos of the Menu Boards with pricing and Disney Dining Plan snack designations!
Now Open – Walt the Dream Statue & World Celebration Gardens
Click here for “New! World Celebration Gardens at EPCOT – 4 Reasons Not to Miss It!”
Now Open – ‘Luminous The Symphony of Us’ – New Nighttime Spectacular at EPCOT
Now Open – Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana – EPCOT
Click here for what you need to know about Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana
Coming to Walt Disney World
Summer 2024 – New and Returning Offerings We’re Excited About
June 28, 2024 – Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
Click here for details on the opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.
Click here for information on how to ride Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.
Click here for details on annual passholder previews for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.
Click here for storyline details of the upcoming Tiana’s Bayou Adventure.
2024 – Reimagined ‘The Little Mermaid’ Live Show Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios
New & Coming Soon to Disney Cruise Line
June 2024 – Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point – DCL’s Newest Private Island
Click here for the menus for Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point.
Itineraries in 2024-2025
Click here to learn more about 2024 Halloween and Holiday Cruises on Disney Cruise Line.
Click here to learn about Disney Cruise Line’s Early 2025 Itineraries.
Click here to learn about Disney Cruise Lines’ summer 2025 itineraries.
The Disney Treasure – Sailing December 2024
Click here to learn about the new Haunted Mansion-themed lounge coming to the Disney Treasure!
Click here to learn about the new and exclusive Broadway-style show coming to the Disney Treasure!
Click here for more details about “Disney The Tale of Moana,” coming to the Disney Treasure.
The Disney Destiny
Click here for all the details on the upcoming Disney Destiny, sailing in 2025.
For a no obligation, FREE Quote on a Disney vacation package, please contact our travel partner Magical Vacation Planner at 407-442-0227 (407-442-0215 for Spanish). You can also request a FREE quote online by Clicking HERE.