DISNEY NEWS ROUNDUP: New Nighttime Show; Full Tiana Ride Video; Private Island Preview; Pride Month Foodie Guide; Attraction Reopening & More
Summer 2024 is here, and things are starting to heat up at Walt Disney World and on Disney Cruise Line. A new drone show is now running nightly at Disney Springs, and you don’t want to miss it. We’ve got new details on the upcoming Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and Country Bear Musical Jamboree. We’ve learned the reopening date of a popular attraction that has been closed for several months, and we’re gearing up to visit Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point this week! Catch all these stories and more below.
1 – New Drone Show Debuts at Disney Springs and It’s Amazing!
“Disney Dreams That Soar presented by AT&T” is a new nighttime drone show at Walt Disney World Resort this summer, running now through September 2. With nightly performances, the show illuminates the skies above Disney Springs utilizing state-of-the-art drones to feature beloved Disney characters. Set to a sweeping original soundtrack and iconic movie quotes from movies like “Peter Pan,” “Dumbo,” “Wall- E,” “Big Hero 6,” and “Star Wars,” the show celebrates taking dreams to the skies and the joy of flight. We were there opening night and were totally impressed with the new show! Catch our thought and tips for viewing at the link below.
Click here for more on the new drone show at Disney Springs and why you don’t want to miss it!
2 – Disney Released Full Ride-Thru POV Video of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
Spoiler Alert! Disney has released a full rid-though POV video of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Visit the link below to see Princess Tiana, other beloved characters, and all-new friends on a thrilling adventure, all set against the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration.
Click here to watch the full ride-thru POV video of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure!
3 – Follow Along as We Visit Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point with Disney Cruise Line!
We are so excited to announce that we’re about to set sail with Disney Cruise Line for a preview of Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point on the Disney Magic. We’ll be enjoying a quick yet fun, three-night Caribbean cruise with a stop at Nassau, as well as the new island destination. Be sure to follow us on Instagram for live coverage of the Disney Magic and, especially, the new island destination on Friday, June 7! After the cruise, we’ll also post plenty of articles on our website. Visit the link below for more on Disney Lookout Cay and how you can follow along this week!
4 – Disney H2O Glow After Hours Events Return to Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon
During Memorial Day Weekend, guests had a “glowing’’ good time at the first Disney H2O Glow After Hours event of the summer at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon. This after-hours party gives guests an opportunity to enjoy the tropical Disney water park with shorter wait times during 18 select nights during the summer. Learn more about the event below!
Click here for details on Disney H2O Glow After Hours at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon.
5 – Disney Eats Pride Month Foodie Guide 2024
June is Pride Month and Disney Parks are celebrating with limited-time food and beverage items you don’t want to miss. Visit the link below for all the details.
Click here for the Disney Eats Foodie Guide for June 2024 at Disney Parks.
6 – Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith Reopening in July
According to the Walt Disney World website, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith will reopen on July 27, 2024. The coaster has been closed for most of the year so far for routine refurbishment. No theming changes have been made.
7 – First Look at New Country Bear Musical Jamboree Costumes
This summer, the Country Bears are gearing up for a whole new show with a nod to Opry-style performances in Nashville. The Country Bear Musical Jamboree will feature renditions of classic Disney tunes reimagined across country music genres like bluegrass, pop-country, Americana, rockabilly, and more. Recently, Disney shared a first look at some of the new costumes coming to the show. Visit the link below for all the details.
Click here for a first look at the new Country Bear Musical Jamboree costumes!
8 – Captain Mickey Bow Art Revealed for the Disney Adventure
One beloved Disney Cruise Line tradition is to adorn the bow of each ship with a Disney character that embodies the ship’s unique spirit and personality. On the Disney Adventure, Captain Mickey will take the helm to lead magical journeys, setting sail from Singapore in 2025. Click here to check out the reveal, and stay tuned for more updates and sneak peeks!
9 – Pride Specials at Disney Springs Restaurants Benefiting The Center Orlando
Throughout June many restaurants at Disney Springs are celebrating the vibrancy of the LGBT+ community. Summer House on the Lake at Disney Springs will donate a portion of proceeds from every Jalapeño Business cocktail sold to The Center Orlando, which works to promote and empower the LGBT community and its allies through advocacy, education, information, and support. The cocktail features Casamigos Blanco, Dos Hombres, grapefruit soda and jalapeño agave.
The Patina Restaurant Group’s locations at Disney Springs are also participating with four unique and delicious cocktails. At the end of the month, Patina Restaurant Group’s Orlando locations will also make a donation to The Center Orlando. See below for drink descriptions.
Maria and Enzo’s, Enzo’s Hideaway and The Edison
- Seed & Sassy: Choice of 21Seeds Infused Tequila with club soda, served over fresh fruit and ice. $15
- Spicy Ms. Margarita: 21Seeds Cucumber Jalapeño Infused Tequila,Fresh Lime Juice & Simple Syrup with a lime wedge, cucumber slices & salted rim. $17
Morimoto Asia
Seed & Sassy and Spicy Ms. Margarita are offered, as well as two additional drinks:
- Mr. Margarita: 21Seeds Valencia Orange Infused Tequila, Fresh Lime Juice & Simple Syrup with a lime wedge, cucumber slices & salted rim. $17
- Proud Paloma: 21Seeds Grapefruit Hibiscus Infused Tequila, pink grapefruit juice & club soda, served with a slice of grapefruit & a sprig of basil. $15
What’s New and Happening Now at Walt Disney World Resort
Now Through August 31 (select nights) – Disney H2O Glow After Hours at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon
Click here for details on Disney H2O Glow After Hours at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon.
Now Through September 2, 2024 – “Dreams That Soar” at Disney Springs
Click here for more on the new drone show at Disney Springs and why you don’t want to miss it!
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.
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