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Jollywood Nights is full of many different opportunities to explore, and we’re trying to hit them all tonight! Jollywood Nights There are multiple different shows to enjoy, too many snacks and drinks to count on two hands, and not to mention all the rides you can do, characters you can meet, and merchandise you can buy! But is this ONE experience, which often takes up a good bit of time during the party and can be very difficult to get into, really worth the time and money? We found out! Jazzy Holidays is a returning offering from last year’s event. It takes place at the Hollywood Brown Derby and is a speakeasy-inspired jazzy lounge where Advance Dining Reservations are highly encouraged due to its popularity and limited capacity. Jazzy Holidays We were lucky enough to get to experience this party exclusive last year, and with so many new offerings on the menu this year, we knew we had to try it out again! Atmosphere Similar to the regular Hollywood Brown Derby, this restaurant has a more elegant feel to it without being too over-the-top. There’s festive holiday decor all around, and the jazzy music really elevates the scene. The restaurant has various Christmas decorations up including garlands and lights. Jazzy Holidays The ambiance is elevated and cozy, and it could be easy to spend a lot of time enjoying the atmosphere. The music is lovely and just adds to the overall feel of the restaurant. Jazzy Holidays Now, let’s take a look at what we got to eat! Menu We got quite a few things to try out and we are excited to dig in! Full Spread First up on our list was the Chorizo Arancini with parmesan dust and salmorejo tomato sauce. This dish costs $14. Chorizo Arancini These were tasty and we thought that the addition of the chorizo made these arancini more exciting than your average ones. The chorizo added a great amount of spice and complexity to the arancini. The tomato sauce tasted light and fresh. Overall, though, it wasn’t a huge standout on the menu. It was yummy, but it wasn’t anything special. Chorizo Arancini The Hamachi Crudo was also on our list — it’s made with caper aïoli, Dijon-avocado mousse, and citrus-champagne vinaigrette. You can get it for $17. This dish was light and did not taste too fishy at all. It was very salty, but the avocado mousse helped cut through that saltiness. We thought the vinaigrette was too salty for this dish and overpowered all the other flavors. Hamachi Crudo The Jazzy Holiday Slider caught our eye as well. It’s made with Bison and pork, onion jam, dulce gorgonzola, bibb lettuce, and a brioche roll. Jazzy Holiday Slider We thought these sliders were perfectly cooked and had a warm pink in the center. We do wish there would have been some more onion jam on the slider as it was tasty, but there wasn’t enough. The gorgonzola came through in the perfect amount. These burgers were tender, and we overall really enjoyed them! Jazzy Holiday Slider The Sticky Chicken Wings with sweet-and-spicy soy were also on our radar, so we knew we had to give them a try. These guys cost $15. Sticky Chicken Wings These chicken wings were one of our favorite dishes we tried. Our only complaint with these is that they were more like chicken lollipops than drums, and we would have rather had drumsticks. The sauce was really tasty. It was sticky and savory with some smokiness to it. The house made ranch was absolutely delicious and it is what really won us over on this dish. This dish could have been smothered in the ranch and we would have been perfectly content. The pickled veggies were not our favorite, but the ranch more than made up for it! Sticky Chicken Wings Our first drink of the night here was the Spiced Pear Martini. It is made with Grey Goose Vodka, spiced pear syrup, and lemon juice and costs $17.50. The martini was a sweet martini with a slight tartness and some acidity to it. You don’t really taste the alcohol in this drink, but it definitely has a strong spiced flavor to it. Spiced Pear Martini We also tried the Peppermint Schnapps Sipping Chocolate, which is made with Tito’s Handmade Vodka and Peppermint Schnapps. This drink costs $17.50. Peppermint Schnapps Sipping Chocolate We thought this was a very delicious alcoholic hot chocolate. The liquor in this drink gave you a good amount of burn that helped to balance out the sweetness of the hot chocolate. The hot chocolate itself was also tasty, and it tasted like it was made with higher quality chocolate. The drink was creamy and had just the right amount of sweetness. Peppermint Schnapps Sipping Chocolate One of the non-alcoholic options here is the Holiday Mickey Hot Cocoa, which is house-made hot cocoa topped with whipped cream, caramel-chocolate brownie Mickey ears, and holiday sprinkles. If you’ve got kids with you, this very well may be the one they’re most excited about. This drink costs $5.49. Holiday Mickey Hot Cocoa The hot chocolate tasted like it was made with high quality chocolate and had a lovely, deep chocolate flavor. This drink is so much fun with the brownie Mickey ears, sprinkles, and whipped cream. Overall We really enjoyed our time at Jazzy Holidays and the ambiance is fantastic. While it is such a great experience, it is a bit hard to justify doing a table service experience during Jollywood Nights. You only have a limited time to see everything that the event has to offer, and this experience will take a bit of time. Knowing what you want to order ahead of time and letting your waiter know that you would like a quicker experience can definitely help move things along, but it is hard to say that this is a must-do when there is so much else to see at Jollywood Nights. Jazzy Holidays We really enjoyed the food and the ambiance but hesitate to say it is worth your time when you only have five hours at Jollywood Nights. Be sure to stay tuned to DFB tonight — we’ll be bringing you our latest party updates as they happen! Check out ALL the food we tried at tonight’s event! DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including: The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Get All the Details About Disney Jollywood Nights Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which of these options are you planning on getting? Tell us below! The post REVIEW: Is Jazzy Holidays Really Worth The Time at Jollywood Nights? We Found Out! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Jollywood Nights We’re officially in the holiday swing of things in Disney World! As part of the celebrations, we’ve come to Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios for its second year, and we’re checking out ALL the special offerings. One of the new things on the list this year is a special holiday-themed show! For the first time in 2024, Disney’s Hollywood Studios is offering an ice skating show called “Glisten!” Located right on Hollywood Boulevard, this show happens at 8:15PM, 9:15PM, 10:30PM, 11:15PM, and 12:15AM during Jollywood Nights. Glisten! Showtimes You’ll find the performance area right in front of the Chinese Theater and it looks like an ice-skating rink! The show is performed by international champion skaters, and it’s set to a soundtrack of holiday and Disney songs. Glisten! The show is about 15 minutes long, so it is not super long which makes it easier to fit into your evening. There is lots of standing room available, so you don’t need to show up super early to stake out a spot or anything like that. We love the Christmas vibes! Overall, we thought the show was a lot of fun and we definitely recommend adding it to your agenda at Jollywood Nights. The show features skaters and there are also projections on the Chinese Theater. The dancers were very talented and while they were some slight hiccups, we know the show will become more polished as the season goes on. Glisten! The skating is more of a dancing skating, kind of like a High School Musical choreography. We do wish there was a bit more traditional skating elements, but it was still a very enjoyable show. There were some very impressive lifts, and we could tell the skaters were having a good time. It was fun and the ice skating made it feel so Christmas-y. Look at that lift! Plus, it is a short show that doesn’t require a huge time commitment to get a spot for. You can walk up right as it is starting and likely be able to find some space by the stage. There are also five showtimes each night, so you can choose the one that fits best in your schedule. Glisten! Thanks for coming along with us to Glisten! We really enjoyed this new entertainment offering and we recommend you check it out if you’re going to Jollywood Nights this year. Stay tuned to DFB for more fun from the event! Click Here to Learn All About Jollywood Nights! DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including: The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Get All the Details About Disney Jollywood Nights Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you going to Jollywood Nights this year? Tell us in the comments! The post We Just Watched Disney World’s Newest Show and We Have THOUGHTS first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Happy holidays, everyone! We are ready for a jolly good evening! We are so excited to be checking out Jollywood Nights in Disney’s Hollywood Studios tonight — there’s so much entertainment to enjoy, decorations to admire, characters to meet, and of course, food to eat! If you’re heading to the party later this month and want to already have planned out what you’d like to grab, check out our reviews of everything we ate below! We’ll continue to update this post as we review snacks throughout the night, so stay tuned for more! Trolley Car Cafe First up, we’re starting off with a sweet treat at Trolley Car Cafe! Trolley Car Cafe Over at the Trolley Car Cafe, we grabbed the Agent P Croissant for $5.29! This is a Waffle croissant dipped in caramel-chocolate and topped with mint cream, a chocolate hat, and M&M’S Milk Chocolate Candies. This was heavy on the mint chocolate flavor so if you don’t love mint, we say skip. Agent P Croissant The pastry itself left us wanting more. We had high hopes for the waffle/croissant combo, but this didn’t deliver for us. We were first in line, but they tasted stale already which was disappointing. We do give this snack extra points for the tiny hat in honor of Perry himself. The theming of this snack is cute, but it was not our favorite. Dockside Diner Next up, for any plant-based eaters out there, this is for you! Dockside Diner You’ll want to head over to Dockside Diner where you can try the Samosas for $5.29, which are Potato and pea stuffed samosas with curried chickpeas, herb “crema,” and tomato-pomegranate chutney. Jollywood Nights Menu The samosas themselves are two small triangles flanking the chickpeas and chutney. The dollops of herb crema are deliciously fresh, not salty, and add a nice cooling contrast to the spiced chickpeas. If you’re sensitive to spice, salt, or seasonings, we want to warn you—these little puffs pack a serious punch. Most of the heat and salt come from the curry-spiced chickpeas, which are delicious but really rely on the tomato pomegranate chutney to be more palatable for the average taste, especially for those with a sensitivity to strong flavors. Samosas Speaking of the chutney, we didn’t detect any pomegranate flavor at all; it’s very tomato-forward and reminds us of pico de gallo, minus the heat. While we enjoyed it, we were expecting a hint of pomegranate, so our one critique is we would have loved to have the pomegranate. Baseline Tap House For something new, we’re going over to Baseline Tap House! Baseline Menu Here you can grab the Macaroni and Cheese Croquette for $5, which is fried macaroni and cheese with aïoli dipping sauce! Macaroni and Cheese Croquette You get two croquettes with an order, which for $5 is not bad in our opinion. The croquettes were crispy on the outside and filled with a pretty standard mac and cheese inside. One of the best deals! The aioli sauce is very strong in flavor. The heat really hit us at first, which we didn’t mind, but if you aren’t a fan of heat, skip this one. Sauce We appreciate the combo of these two together as it makes a delicious snack. While it’s not exactly unique, we like that it’s affordable and still light enough to not be too heavy leaving you room to try more snacks! Cheesy! We also tried the Beer Margarita for $17.50, which is a blend of Patrón Silver Tequila, Cointreau Orange Liqueur, and lime juice topped with Scrimshaw Pilsner served over ice. We felt like this is really pricey for what it is. It is margarita forward, but bubbly tasting beer notes on the back end of the sip. Beer Margarita This wasn’t anything unique to us and for that reason, we’d skip this again. We would love to see them add something to make this festive like different colors or even a glow cube for this price. ABC Commissary We were able to find some favorites here at the ABC Commissary so let’s get to it! Full Spread One of our favorite quick-service spots in Hollywood Studios has a few different options to try, and we started with the plant-based Cauliflower Taco for $4.49. This is made with Chili pepper-lime dusted fried cauliflower on top of a corn tortilla with diced onions, cilantro, and a chipotle cashew “crema.” plant-based Cauliflower Taco This really knocked our socks off! This has a lot of flavor for a plant-based snack and we thought it tasted like meat. The cauliflower was fried perfectly. The corn tortilla tasted fresh and authentic to us, which we really appreciated. All the flavors worked really well together and we would highly recommend this, especially if you are a plant-based eater! Our reporter wanted to go back and order more because she couldn’t get enough of this snack. The creme tasted so great! If you’re looking for something sweet, you can try the Taco ‘bout a Holiday Cookie for $5.79! This is a cranberry cheesecake-filled chocolate cookie dipped in cranberry-white chocolate topped with pistachio whipped cream, gold crispy pearls, chocolate holly leaf décor, and holiday sprinkles. Taco ‘bout a Holiday Cookie This was a hit for us too. Not only is the theming adorable, but it actually is something we enjoyed eating. While we can’t find anything about the cookie being spiced, we got notes of almost a gingerbread flavor to it and we loved it. The cranberry paired really well with that flavor. Delicious! The Coquito for $9 is also available here. This is made with Coconut cream, coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, Bacardí Rum, and Captain Morgan Original Spiced Rum topped with cinnamon. Coquito This one was where we were disappointed. Since the drink had two different brands of rum in it, it was very rum-heavy. Rum was the only flavor we tasted and was really missing the balance of flavor from the coconut cream and milk. This was not a hit for us For $9, we do think this could be a good beverage option, especially if you enjoy rum as it is one of the cheaper cocktails you’ll find. Returning Items Several returning items are back at this year’s event as well! Take a look at our past reviews for these. First up, Fairfax Fare brought back the Holiday Turkey Popover, which is made with roasted turkey and creamy mashed potatoes topped with gravy, cranberry chutney, and chives in a house-made popover. This was basically like all of Thanksgiving dinner in one little snack. The turkey was very tender and juicy, and the cranberry sauce was sweet and complemented it well. However, the mashed potatoes made the whole thing pretty mushy, especially after it sat a while. We didn’t love that consistency. Holiday Turkey Popover The ‘Just the Sides’ Popover is also back in 2024. This one is made with macaroni & cheese and savory collard greens with ham topped with cornbread crumbs in a house-made popover. The mac and cheese was creamy and delicious! There’s a bit of a smokey taste to the greens, which we liked. All of it is served inside a bread roll, which was nice and flaky on the outside. ‘Just the Sides’ Popover For dessert, grab the PB&J Doughnut, which is a glazed doughnut with creamy peanut butter and grape jelly dipped in dark chocolate topped with crushed house-made salt and vinegar chips. This doughnut wasn’t our favorite. It wasn’t quite sweet enough, since there wasn’t enough glaze on the outside. The peanut butter is sticky but smooth, and the jelly is pretty standard. The doughnut itself had a great texture — very soft — but we wished it had more glaze to make the whole thing sweeter. PB&J Doughnut Muppets fans, get ready! Kermit’s Frozen Banana Bliss, which is a non-alcoholic drink made with frozen banana and white chocolate with caramel swirls topped with matcha whipped cream and sprinkles, has also returned! There’s a pretty strong banana flavor, but it was a little bit weird. It almost tasted like matcha, with a really earthy flavor. We liked the caramel sauce mixed in! Kermit’s Frozen Banana Bliss Lastly, you can snag the Mistletoe Martini again! This is made with Tito’s Handmade Vodka and St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur mixed with cranberry juice and topped with fresh cranberries and mint leaves. This was pretty much a spruced-up cranberry martini. It’s sweet but very dry, and the cranberry flavor is strong. The sprig of mint adds a little bit of flavor as well. Mistletoe Martini Epic Eats brought back their iconic funnel cakes! That’s right — the Spicy Korean Chicken Funnel Cake is a classic funnel cake topped with spicy fried Korean chicken and pickled vegetables. Regardless of the added kimchi, this is still chicken and waffles, which is never a bad thing. The kimchi does add a nice fresh take to the typical pairing, though, and the sauce has a sweet tanginess to it. It serves up great crunchy and crispy textures that we love, but we didn’t notice any spice at all. We would order this over and over. Spicy Korean Chicken Funnel Cake For the sweet tooth out there, check out the S’mores Funnel Cake! It’s a mini-funnel cake topped with giant roasted marshmallow with chocolate and marshmallow sauce, topped with chocolate curls and cinnamon cereal…and yes, it’s as sweet as it sounds! I guess that’s what you get when you load a funnel cake up with marshmallow. The gooey topping really overwhelms the other flavors that are trying to sneak out in the dessert. The funnel cake itself is good and crispy on the outside and nice and soft on the inside. Once you get a few bites in, you can find a hint of chocolate. If you’re a fan of marshmallows and sugar, this one’s for you! The Brisket Reuben Funnel Cake did not make the cut this year. S’mores Funnel Cake Although Dockside Diner introduced the new Samosas this year for us to try (as reviewed above), several of last year’s items are still on the menu. That includes Spicy Pimento-Kimchi Dip which is topped with chives and served with fresh house-made wonton chips. This is a unique fusion of classic foods combining the savory soul food classic and a popular Korean condiment. Pimento Cheese — traditionally made with shredded Cheddar, mayonnaise, and pimentos. It’s commonly served with crackers and vegetables or as a sandwich filling. Kimchi is a traditional Korean dish made with salted and fermented vegetables, usually cabbage with ginger and garlic and some Korean chili flake (gochugaru) for a little kick. So does this marriage of Korean + Southern cuisine deliver? Well, we sure loved it! It’s creamy and has a very mild spice to it. The topping is the only bit of kimchi that we could find on the dish, and it has a bit of acidity to it like you’d find in slaw. Kimchi Pimento Cheese Dip Poutine Potato Bites topped with gravy, brisket, mozzarella curds, and chives are also back! Last year, we were a bit disappointed with this dish. The flavors and textures just didn’t work together as well as we wanted them to. The curds were also rubbery — which added an unpleasant texture to the dish. The brisket was inconsistent — good in some places but not so great in others. The tots were just regular ol’ tots. Poutine Tots For a sweet treat here, you can grab the Christmas Tree Cookie Stack — a vanilla cookie stack filled with pistachio buttercream, cranberry, and raspberry jam topped with sprinkles and a yellow candy star. This was interesting! The pistachio flavor was definitely there but was very subtle. The cookie was vanilla-flavored but we picked up on some notes of cinnamon. The cranberries were nice and sweet! This treat is easily sharable. Christmas Tree Cookie Stack Sandy Claws Hot Cocoa AKA dark chocolate hot cocoa topped with cherry whipped cream is around as well. It’s a DELICIOUS drink. It’s thick, creamy, and tastes like real hot chocolate — not the packaged stuff. The cherry whipped cream tastes more like grenadine than tart cherry, and it works well with the hot chocolate. Sandy Claws Hot Chocolate It’s back!!! The ICONIC Christmas Gertie Cookie can be found at various lounges and outdoor snack carts this year! This is a sugar cookie with mint icing, and it’s good, but it’s even better for photos. The cookie is soft but also has a crunch! It’s pretty sweet as it is an iced sugar cookie. It was served with ice cream last year, however, it seems it’s just the cookie for 2024. But we aren’t complaining! It’s Gertie! Also, the legit SPICY Buffalo Chicken Spring Rolls have returned to Market this year! These are Fried spring rolls served with a jalapeño-ranch dipping sauce and fried rice noodles. Be prepared. These are ACTUALLY spicy. Like, our mouth was still burning a few minutes later. The chicken inside is in little chunks, and there’s a significant amount of spicy buffalo flavor. The ranch is nice as a side but doesn’t cool them down much, so you’re gonna need a drink to wash these spring rolls down. This was a great little snack if you want something with a kick. It’s not ridiculously hot, but it’s spicy in terms of Disney standards. Buffalo Chicken Spring Rolls We can’t wait to explore the rest of this exciting event, so stay tuned to DFB for the rest of our fun-filled night! It’s Time! Come With Us to the Opening Night of Jollywood Nights 2024 at Disney World! DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including: The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Get All the Details About Disney Jollywood Nights Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which of these are you planning on trying? Tell us in the comments! 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We are here at Jollywood Nights to bring you everything you need to know about this year’s event. Jollywood Nights! We are ready to meet the characters, try the snacks, and give you the scoop on whether this holiday party is worth your time and money! But, we know events like these wouldn’t be possible without the incredible work of Cast Members and we love how Disney is showing them a little holiday cheer during the event. This year Cast Members were given a special Jollywood Nights border to go around their name tag. Here’s Mike from Baseline Tap House showing his off. Mike at Baseline Tap House You can see the gold border says Disney’s Jollywood Nights and is surrounded by stars. This is giving us the Hollywood vibes. We love that something so little can add so much. Name Tag Border If you are going to a holiday party this year at Disney World, appreciate your Cast Members. They are truly the magic behind each event and they should feel appreciated! We’ll be bringing you more from the event so stay tuned to DFB. We’re LIVE from Jollywood Nights! DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including: The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Get All the Details About Disney Jollywood Nights Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What are you most looking forward to this holiday season at Disney World? Let us know below. The post You Have to See This Fun Cast Member CHANGE at Disney's Jollywood Nights! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The holiday season has arrived at Disney World! Jollywood Nights Last night, we attended the first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party of the season in Magic Kingdom, and tonight, we are in Hollywood Studios for the first Jollywood Nights of 2024! This after-hours event is back for the second year! This party features specialty entertainment, snacks, character meet and greets, and generally shorter ride wait times. Let’s take a look at what the crowds and wait times are looking like this year at the very first party! This post will be updated throughout the night with a look at crowds and wait times around the park, so be sure to check back for the latest! Jollywood Nights is a separately ticketed event that takes place on 13 select nights from November 9th to December 21st. The party takes place from 7:30 PM to 12:30 AM, but you can enter the park as early as 6 PM. When we arrived at the party, there were plenty of people also taking advantage of being able to spend some time in Hollywood Studios before the party officially starts. Crowds at the entrance Once we were scanned in to the park, we were taken through the Fantasmic! bypass which is located to the right when you first walk through the turnstiles. We didn’t remember this being a thing last year and we really thought it helped with the initial crowds. Crowds in the bypass After the bypass we ended up on Sunset Boulevard where it definitely felt somewhat crowded. Although keep in mind, the event hasn’t started yet, so day guests are also still in the park. Sunset Boulevard Crowds Since this is a specialty ticketed event, the capacity is limited, which helps keep ride wait times down. We took a look at the wait times 15 minutes before the park closed for regular guests at 6:45PM, so we could compare these to wait times once the party starts! The highest waits were for Slinky Dog Dash (80 minutes) and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance (65 minutes). Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster had a 45-minute wait, and all the other attractions in the park had a 30 minute or less wait time. ©Disney While the wait times for the rides weren’t too bad overall, we were surprised when we headed over to try and meet Santa Duffy at 7PM and found out that the wait was already 50 minutes! We have a feeling Santa Duffy is going to be a popular character to meet. Already 50 minutes to meet Santa Duffy at 7PM At 7:30PM, when Jollywood Nights officially started, wait times dropped significantly. The highest wait times were for Slinky Dog Dash (60 minutes), Meet Disney Stars at Red Carpet Dreams (60 minutes), and Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance (35 minutes). Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster was only 25 minutes, Tower of Terror was 13 minutes (which is essentially a walk-on), and everything else was 10 minutes or less. ©Disney We will be keeping track of the crowds and wait times all night long at Jollywood Nights, so make sure to continue to stick around and stay tuned to Disney Food Blog to stay up to date on all the latest holiday happenings at Jollywood Nights! Everything You Need to Know About Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including: The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Get All the Details About Disney Jollywood Nights Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be going to Jollywood Nights this year? Let us know in the comments! The post This Is Where You Will Find the LONGEST Line at Disney Jollywood Nights first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The holidays are officially here…at least at Disney World! Happy Holidays! Tonight, we are heading to the first night of Jollywood Nights this year! We have some new things to see and try so be sure to follow along with us on social media as we share our evening with you. We now have our first look at the 2024 map so let’s take a look! Planning a Disney World vacation? Our friends at Small World Vacations, have decades of experience planning Disney vacations and help you put together an itinerary that is PERFECT for your family! We now have a first look at the Jollywood Nights map and we are so excited by all the exciting experiences throughout Disney’s Hollywood Studios! This is more of a booklet than a traditional map…and we love it! Jollywood Nights Map Inside the map, we’ll find an overview of what we can expect from the evening and what all we can find inside of the booklet. Inside the map First up, entertainment! Here you’ll see a breakdown of all the entertainment offerings from the evening including the times. We love how this is at the front of the booklet, making it easily accessible throughout the event. Entertainment Times Next, we can see some photos of the entertainment options, which is so helpful since this event is still new. This gives guests an idea of what to expect. Entertainment Photos Next, we see a list of all the character greetings available listed by section of the park. Characters Next, we have a list of attractions and a legend for the park map. Attractions You’ll be able to see the full park layout next with icons to help you find anything you need! Event Map We see that a star on the map indicates where you can find special event offerings. Special Event Offerings Up next, merchandise! This helpful page shows you not only a list of stores selling merchandise but photos of some of the party-exclusive items as well. Merchandise Don’t forget about those complimentary event photos throughout your night! We love that these are included in your ticket price! FREE Event Photos One thing that elevates this holiday party is the specialty dining that is offered. Speciality Dining You can also find a list of event snacks and beverages as well! You know we’ll be trying out everything new this year, so stay tuned for full reviews. Snacks! Finally, we end with the adorable Ollie, our mascot of the evening! Hi Ollie! We are going to be bringing you a lot of videos, photos, and stories from the event so be sure to follow along with us at DFB! It’s Time! Come With Us to the Opening Night of Jollywood Nights 2024 at Disney World! DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO Are you going to Jollywood Nights this year? Let us know below! The post The Jollywood Nights Map Just Got a SERIOUS Upgrade in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Time to get Jolly! We are ready for a jolly good evening! After a somewhat rocky first year, a new and (seemingly) improved Jollywood Nights has returned to Hollywood Studios for a second year. Did Disney work out all the kinks of this highly anticipated Holiday event? We are here to find out! This post will be updated throughout the evening as we experience more of Jollywood Nights, so make sure to keep checking back for the latest updates! We are at the FIRST night of Disney Jollywood Nights 2024 and, of course, we are taking you all along with us! The event runs from 7:30PM until midnight, but with party tickets you can get into Disney’s Hollywood Studios beginning at 6PM. So, we made sure we were at the entrance and were ready to go by 6PM. Opening night here we come! Jollywood Nights is a separately ticketed event that happens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on select nights from November 9th through December 21st. New additions at Jollywood Nights this year include Glisten! “a stunning show on Hollywood Boulevard where international champion skaters perform breathtaking routines set to a vibrant holiday soundtrack”, a rockin’ dance party at Pixar Place, a behind the scenes look at The Muppet Christmas Carol, new Character experiences, an exclusive Wondermade sweet treat, special event merchandise, and “Spot the Mandalorian” in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. We are checking out everything that Jollywood Nights has to offer so let’s head in! Crowds on opening night Getting Started With a party ticket, you can enter Hollywood Studios as early as 6PM. You will scan into the parks and then be given a wristband to show that you are staying for the event. Once we were scanned into the park, we made our way through the Fantasmic! bypass and got to see Ollie the Gingerbread Man on the way. Ollie The Gingerbread Man We ended up on Sunset Boulevard and were able to enjoy a lovely view of The Hollywood Tower Hotel. Now that we are inside, it is time to get the party started. Although the party doesn’t officially start until 7:30PM, but we can enjoy all that Hollywood Studios has to offer until then. Crows on Sunset Boulevard Party Map You will also be able to pick up your party map once you are inside of Hollywood Studios! It will have all the information you need including details about entertainment, which attractions are open, dining locations, and more! Plus, it has Gertie on the front being adorable, so you really can’t say no to picking one up. The Party Map The map inside will give you a detailed look of all the locations of interest during the party! You will be able to take a look at Entertainment Highlights and see where you can meet characters, find PhotoPass photographers, and more. Event Map The map this year is jam-packed with information, and it is a hefty guide! It truly has all the information about the event, so you will want to make sure you pick one up on your way in. A few of the entertainment offerings We will be updating this page as we experience everything Jollywood Nights has to offer this year! Stay tuned to DFB for more coverage! Find out everything you need to know about Disney Jollywood Nights! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you attending Jollywood Nights this year? Let us know in the comments below! The post It's Time! Come With Us to the Opening Night of Jollywood Nights 2024 at Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney has been dropping even MORE news today at the D23 Expo in Brazil! ©Disney We have been getting quite a bit of news out of D23 Brasil including new concept art for Magic Kingdom’s nighttime parade, a look at the Villains that will be coming to Magic Kingdom, and new details about the Pirates of the Caribbean Tavern. D23 Brasil is happening from November 8th through November 10th, and we have been keeping a close eye on it for news being announced! Today we got a bunch of news about upcoming films and TV shows, and we are rounding up all the news for you! New Concept Art for Avatar: Fire & Ash To start off, we got a look at some new concept art for Avatar: Fire & Ash. The newest installment in the Avatar series is set to debut in theaters on December 19th, 2025. ©Disney So, while we may have over a year before we can watch this new movie in theaters, Disney did give us some more things to look forward to. ©Disney During D23 Brasil, Disney revealed FIVE new pieces of concept art for the movie. ©Disney We have to say that the concept art is looking gorgeous! ©Disney Now just to wait over a year to be able to see the movie in theaters. Release Date for Andor Season 2 We also found out the release date for the second season of Andor. While we still have a few months to wait, now we can at least mark our calendars for the return of this show! Andor Season 2 will be streaming on Disney+ beginning April 22nd, 2025. ©Disney Sneak Peek at Daredevil Born Again Charlie Cox and Vincent D’Onofrio took the stage and gave the audience the chance to see a sneak peek of Daredevil Born Again. This new television series is set to debut on March 4th, 2025. ©Disney New Trailer for Captain America: Brave New World There are even more sneak peeks, too! We also got a new trailer for Captain America: Brave New World which is hitting theaters on February 14th, 2024. Special Look at Thunderbolts That is not all though! David Harbour presented the audience with a special look at the Thunderbolts movie which will be coming to theaters on May 2nd, 2025. The Future of Marvel Television Brad Winderbaum also took the stage to discuss the future of Marvel television. He talked about everything from What If Season 3 to Daredevil Born Again. Look at B2EMO from Andor B2EMO also joined the presenters on stage! This droid from the Andor series took the stage and showed itself off to attendees! ©Disney Remi Malek Talks About The Amateur As well, Remi Malek came on stage to talk about his upcoming film, The Amateur. In this movie, a CIA cryptographer blackmails his agency in order to go after a terrorist group who killed his wife. The movie is expected in theaters April 11th, 2025. ©Disney We are continuing to stay tuned to D23 Brasil, and we will make sure to keep you updated with any more news that comes out of the event. Make sure to stay tuned to DFB for all of your Disney news! Read about all the announcements that were made at the D23 Expo in Anaheim earlier this year! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What announcement are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney Just Made 6 Big Announcements About Upcoming Movies and TV Shows first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Every week, we report the average Disney World wait times in every park so that you can be prepared for your next trip to Orlando! Magic Kingdom Disney World’s wait times returned mostly to normal this week, led by TRON Lightcycle / Run, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, Avatar: Flight of Passage, and Slinky Dog Dash. Take a look at this week’s average wait times! Magic Kingdom Wait Times Wait times at Magic Kingdom shot mostly back up to normal this week, led by TRON Lightcycle/Run jumping double digits, back up to a mark near 70 minutes. The Jungle Cruise, in it’s Holiday overlay variant the Jingle Cruise, also retuned to a large wait time. (REMINDER: Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is currently only available with a virtual queue.) Mine Train TRON Lightcycle / Run — 67 minutes Seven Dwarfs Mine Train — 55 minutes Peter Pan’s Flight — 46 minutes Jingle Cruise — 46 Minutes Space Mountain — 35 minutes Haunted Mansion — 34 minutes Big Thunder Mountain Railroad — 31 minutes Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh — 31 minutes We LOVE this ride! Pirates of the Caribbean — 25 minutes Astro Orbiter — 24 minutes Enchanted Tales with Belle — 24 minutes Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin — 24 minutes “it’s a small world” — 20 minutes Barnstormer featuring the Great Goofini — 17 minutes Magic Carpets of Aladdin — 16 minutes Dumbo the Flying Elephant — 15 minutes Mickey’s PhilharMagic — 14 minutes Liberty Square Riverboat — 13 minutes The Astro Orbiter closes when bad weather is on the way. Tomorrowland Speedway — 13 minutes Country Bear Musical Jamboree — 13 minutes Enchanted Tiki Room — 11 minutes Mad Tea Party — 11 minutes Carousel of Progress Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover — 12 minutes Prince Charming Regal Carrousel — 9 minutes Carousel of Progress — 5 minutes Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse — 4 minutes Tom Sawyer Island — 4 minutes Hall of Presidents — 2 minutes A NEW Mickey Popcorn Bucket Is Now in Magic Kingdom;But There’s a Catch EPCOT Wait Times The wait times in EPCOT followed the same path as Magic Kingdom, with wait times increasing including Remy’s hitting an hour wait. (NOTE: Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind does not currently use a standby queue, so it’s not included here.) Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure — 60 minutes Frozen Ever After — 53 minutes Soarin’ — 36 minutes The Seas with Nemo and Friends — 18 minutes Mission: SPACE — 16 minutes Turtle Talk with Crush — 16 minutes Gran Fiesta Tour starring The Three Caballeros Living with the Land — 16 minutes Journey into Imagination — 16 minutes Spaceship Earth — 15 minutes Gran Fiesta Tour — 12 minutes Test Track, Awesome Planet, Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along, Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival, Impressions de France, and Reflections of China had no wait times this week. EPCOT Has a BIG Festival of the Holidays Problem, and I’m Formally Requesting a Solution ASAP Animal Kingdom Wait Times Animal Kingdom’s Flight of Passage saw a jump back up to 60 minutes, though the rest of Animal Kingdom only saw minimal gains. Kilimanjaro Safaris Avatar Flight of Passage — 61 minutes Na’vi River Journey — 45 minutes Kilimanjaro Safaris — 39 minutes ©DIsney Expedition Everest — 22 minutes Dinosaur — 18 minutes Kali River Rapids — 17 minutes It’s Tough to Be a Bug — 10 minutes TriceraTop Spin — 6 minutes The Boneyard — 0 minutes “This Is Literally Fall in a Cupcake!” Disney’s New Animal Kingdom Snack Is a 10/10 Hollywood Studios Wait Times Hollywood Studios‘ Slinky Dog Dash jumped up to an OVER 70-minute average wait this week, becoming the busiest ride at Disney World. Slinky Dog Dash Slinky Dog Dash — 71 minutes Rise of the Resistance — 53 minutes Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster — 46 minutes Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway — 46 minutes Tower of Terror — 40 minutes Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run — 39 minutes Toy Story Mania — 38 minutes Alien Swirling Saucers — 30 minutes Star Tours Muppet*Vision 3D — 10 minutes Star Tours — 9 minutes Walt Disney Presents — 3 minutes ALERT! The HUGE Christmas Tree Has ARRIVED at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Stay tuned to DFB for more updates from Disney World! We Didn’t Think This FREE Disney World Souvenir Could Get Any Better, But It Just Did! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW How long would you wait for your favorite ride? Let us know in the comments below! The post A Popular Disney World Coaster's Wait Times INCREASED 29% This Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The holidays are right around the corner! How is it already November? Happy Holidays from Disney World! If you are stuck on gift ideas this season, don’t worry. While finding a unique gift for your Disney family and friends can be tough, we are making it a little easier for you. We found 32 Disney gifts for you and they are all under $20! So grab your credit card and let’s get shopping. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Mickey Claw Clip ©Amazon Need an easy stocking stuffer for the Disney-loving gal in your life? This Mickey-inspired claw clip is perfect! If they are anything like me, they love to keep claw clips in their Disney bag for an easy hairstyle in the parks when it gets hot. View on Amazon The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook ©Amazon The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook is filled with recipes replicating your favorite dishes, snacks, and more from the Disney parks. The book is filled with over 100 recipes that you can bring to life in your own kitchen. You’ll find recipes for fan favorites like Ronto Wraps and Fruit Waffle Sandwiches. This makes the perfect gift for any Disney foodie like us! View on Amazon Disney x Kitsch Heatless Curl Rods ©Amazon Ready to wake up like a Disney Princess? These heatless curl rods will give you bouncy curls overnight! They’re perfect for doing the night before a park day for a seamless hairstyle. They are made of satin material so they make sleeping on them a breeze. You’ll even see some Disney Princess silhouettes on the curlers. View on Amazon Mickey Mouse View Master 3D ©Amazon If you really want to throw it back, you can grab the View-Master Mickey Mouse Deluxe Set, which comes with three different reels! One reel celebrates Mickey’s Birthday, one has scenes from The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, and the other is Steamboat Willie. It’s great to share with your kids, too, and show them a big part of your childhood. View on Amazon Pretty Princess Game ©Amazon This dress-up jewelry game is perfect for ages 5+. The Disney Princess Edition board game includes over 20 plastic jewelry pieces and a crown that players can wear during the game. But watch out for the Cursed Ring — a player can’t win the game while wearing it! It’s a great game that little ones could play at family gatherings, playdates, and slumber parties. View on Amazon Lightning McQueen Remote Control ©Amazon Racers, get your engines ready! This Lightning McQueen remote control car will have kids of all ages engaged. This full-function R/C features 2.4Ghz, USB charging technology, and a pistol grip controller. Grab a few of these to have your own Piston Cup race at home. View on Amazon Mickey Mouse Hallmark Journal ©Amazon This 6″x 8″ journal is adorable featuring a classic design of Mickey Mouse on the faux leather cover. There are even some Mickeys on the pages inside. With 160 pages, you can fill this with your Disney vacation plans, write down your holiday memories, or even holiday recipes. View on Amazon Mickey Mouse Kitsch Hair Clips ©Amazon These 4 hair pins are adorable featuring Mickey, Minnie, and their classic gloves. These are advertised as “No Dent Hair Clips” meaning they leave no creases in your hair to keep flyaways & bangs out of your face during makeup application. These would be great to wear in your hair in the parks too to keep your hair in place during those hot and humid days. View on Amazon Simple Modern Disney Water Bottle ©Amazon A favorite water bottle for Disney fans is the Simple Modern line from Amazon! These bottles come in a variety of patterns, including this fun Ariel design. The kid-sized water bottle is great for your little ones, as it stores 14oz at a time. It would work perfectly as a stocking stuffer for little ones. View on Amazon Beat the Parents Board Games ©Amazon One of my favorite things about the holidays is spending time with family and playing board games. This Beat the Parents game is perfect for family game nights and will get everyone involved. Beat the Parents is for 4 players and for ages 8+. Move around the gameboard, completing the active challenges and drawing challenges to test your Disney expertise. The first team to cross the finish line wins! View on Amazon Bicycle Mickey Mouse Playing Cards ©Amazon Speaking of games, these Bicycle Mickey Mouse playing cards are great for so many games. We love the classic black and gold design on the cards. There are also other characters to choose from like Donald, Stitch, and Moana. View on Amazon Mickey Mouse Holiday Fur Socks ©Amazon I can just see myself cozying up by a fire with these Mickey Slipper Socks. The fluffy, faux teddy fur material is super soft to the touch, and the squishy foam sole provides support with every step. Stretchy elastic hugs the ankle without being restrictive. These fit Shoe Size 4-10.5 View on Amazon Disney Princess Water-Based Nail Polish ©Amazon Spoil the little princess in your life with a Disney Princess nail polish set. It includes 15 different water-based shades that are alcohol-free. To remove, simply peel off dried polish to remove it from the nails. This is for kids 3+. View on Amazon Lightning McQueen Slippers ©DisneyStore The embroidered art of the Piston Cup champ on the top of the slippers and the classic ”95” flame patch on the side make these slippers a clear winner. They have. a padded insole and non-slip sole to ensure a secure and comfy fit. Any little Cars fan would love to receive these. View on Disney Store Anxiety Inside Out 2 Tote ©DisneyStore Inside Out 2 took the cinema by storm this year. Anxiety quickly became a beloved character by Disney fans and now you can gift this canvas tote with the character on it. Fill the tote with other gifts too to make the perfect gift. View on The Disney Store Mickey Mouse Baseball Cap ©Amazon This baseball hat is a great gift with its simple design of Mickey Mouse. It comes in 5 different colors so you can choose the perfect one. They are 100% cotton and adjustable making them a great choice to wear at Disney or even around your home. View on Amazon Minnie Mouse Sparkle and Sing Plush ©Target Kids will be able to sing and dance along as Minnie Mouse sings “Minnie’s Bow-Toon Are Waiting for You!” This interactive plush features pink hearts on her shoes and her signature matching bow. View on Target Disney Animators’ Little Rapunzel Tower ©Target This playset includes 10 pieces including Rapunzel, Flynn, and even a frying pan! The tower carrying case opens up to become a landscape play environment. Kids can recreate their favorite scenes from the film. View on Target Our Adventure Scrape Book ©Amazon Give the gift of memories this holiday season with this UP-inspired scrape book. There are 40 pages to fill with memories from your own adventures. I love the idea of gifting this already filled in with your own photos with that loved one. View on Amazon Minnie Mouse Car Coaster Set ©BoxLunch Add a dash of Disney to your car with this coaster set! These black and red coasters feature Minnie Mouse in her iconic bow, inside a trimmable circle you can fit into your car. These would make a great stocking stuffer for anyone who can drive! View on BoxLunch Mickey Mouse Sketch Storage Jar ©BoxLunch Your loved one can add an animator’s touch to their bathroom with this storage jar! It’s designed with sketches of Mickey Mouse alongside handwritten notes. We love that this Disney accessory is topped with a Mickey ear lid. You could even fill the storage jar with cute bathroom items like nail polish, travel-sized makeup, and more to add more to the holiday gift. View on BoxLunch Minnie Mouse Sneakers ©Walmart These Minnie Mouse Court Low-Top Sneakers are a whimsical blend of timeless style, designed to capture hearts and catch eyes. These sneakers pay homage to the beloved Minnie Mouse character while offering a fresh and modern twist on classic court-style footwear. They come in 10 different sizes, including half sizes! View on Walmart BaubleBar Kid’s Character Headband ©BaubleBar This cute accessory features an off-center Disney character adornment, making for an adorable addition to their outfits all season long. You can choose between Mickey, Minnie, Daisy, Donald, Pluto, and Goofy. This is a great gift to add some Disney Style. View on Baulbebar Minnie and Mickey Crossbody Bag ©Amazon This passport bag features an all-over print of the classic Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse icons, making it a stylish and practical accessory for Disney any fan. Measuring 6 x 8 inches, this crossbody bag is lightweight, thin, small, and easy to carry, perfect for travel or everyday use. We love the idea of using this bag on your travel days in the airport to organize your essentials. View on Amazon Mickey and Minnie Watercolor Ramen Bowl Set ©Amazon We love the idea of this unique gift. It has a beautiful watercolor design of Mickey and Minnie on the bowl. This bowl is 20 oz and comes with chopsticks. It’s microwave-safe, dishwasher-friendly, and made with BPA-free plastic. The perfect gift for the ramen-loving, Disney fan in your life. View on Amazon 3D Illusion Castle Night Light ©Amazon This 3D Castle night light comes with a remote control and touch control to adjust the 7 color changing or 16 different colors. It also allows you to adjust the brightness with the dimmer on the remote control. Adding this to any child’s room will bring the magic right to their room like they are watching Happily Ever After every night at bedtime. View on Amazon Guess in 10 Game ©Amazon Another game to bring the family together this holiday season! With Guess in 10, you’ll divide yourselves up into teams or play one-on-one, while asking up to 10 questions to guess the Disney character on the Game Card! Is the character an animal? Does this character wear a blue gown? Be the first player to win 7 Game Cards! Average playtime is 20 minutes which is perfect to play while those Christmas cookies bake. View on Amazon Mickey Mouse Squishy Light ©Amazon This gift is great for kids. The Mickey Mouse light features the iconic ears of Mickey Mouse. The soft and squishy silicone design adds to the charm and is perfect for any Disney fan. It changes to 13 colors and can auto-fade in between the colors. View on Amazon Disney Princess Board Book Set ©Amazon This 12-book set explores the different qualities that make a princess special. Be adventurous with Moana, determined with Tiana, curious with Ariel, and more! They also come in a carrying case making it perfect to travel with. View on Amazon Mickey Mouse Mug and Warmer ©Amazon If you have a busy teacher, mom, or dad in your life, they will thank you for this gift. Give the gift of a nice warm cup of coffee this year. This mug and warmer set features a classic Mickey Mouse. View on Amazon Stitch Jewelry Bag ©Amazon This adorable Stitch zippered jewelry organizer has a wraparound zipper closure. The jewelry organizer pouch includes 2 interior zip pockets and a gathered elastic slip pocket to protect and separate jewelry pieces. This is great for the loved one on the go. View on Amazon Disney What Do You Meme Game ©Amazon For the game players in your life, you can’t go wrong with the Disney edition of Meme the Game. 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What’s happening, Disney?! Main Street, U.S.A. is closed in the Magic Kingdom, the Festival of Fantasy parade is canceled, and the park is completely sold out of Park Pass reservations. Something BIG is happening! Holidays in Disney World Well, there’s actually a perfectly reasonable explanation for it all. On November 9th, Disney’s ABC film crews were spotted in Magic Kingdom. Now that the holiday season is here, we know exactly what’s going on: ABC is filming for the annual Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade show! Want to see what a sold-out park looks like on the first day of filming? Let’s take a look! We arrived at Magic Kingdom bright and early and noticed that the My Disney Experience app stated, “There are no showtimes today” for the Festival of Fantasy parade. ©Disney Additionally, our view of the Cinderella Castle looked different. The castle area was blocked by bushes, and there were large lights pointed towards the stage. The Cinderella Castle looks different! Here’s a closer peek at the stage. Hey, it looks like a crew of Cast Members was hard at work preparing for the stage! Film crew in Magic Kingdom It really felt like we were getting a behind-the-scenes look at how the show is made! How interesting! Now, what exactly is Disney filming? Each year, Disney airs a special show on ABC to celebrate the holidays! In fact, the show is described as an “annual Christmas celebration with heartwarming stories, dazzling celebrity performances and of course, the Christmas Day Parade!” It’s our one chance to see the iconic Once Upon a Christmastime Parade on TV. On November 9th, Disney was filming a daytime performance of its Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party parade for the show. Once Upon a Christmastime Parade Naturally, most people tried to stake out a spot on Main Street, U.S.A., before the parade, but Disney had other plans. Around noon, Cast Members started directing people away from Main Street. The area was reserved for Cast Members who registered for special parade viewing. Crowds in The Emporium store Main Street, U.S.A. was totally closed off to those without special parade access. Luckily, Frontierland and Liberty Square were open for anyone in the park to catch the parade. If you head over to Frontierland, you’ll have a great view of the parade; in fact, the parade starts next to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, so you’ll be among the first to see the show. Frontierland parade viewing We’ll be sure to update this post with more details as the parade begins in Magic Kingdom! In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. EVERYWHERE You Can Find Free Cookies and Hot Cocoa at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including: The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Get All the Details About Disney Jollywood Nights Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Do you watch this parade on Christmas Day? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Main Street, U.S.A. Is CLOSED in Magic Kingdom, and We Know Why first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

For the first time ever, Disney is doing something only Disney can do and bringing the biggest fan celebration ever to Brazil. Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro took the stage to share what’s on the horizon for Disney Cruise Line, Walt Disney World, and Epic Games. In case you missed it, here are some fun moments from the show: Brazilian Celebrity Larissa Manoela Opens the Show! In what was truly a celebration of Disney, actress and singer Larissa Manoela kicked off the show bringing Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse out for the crowd. A Special Performance in Celebration of Moana While diving into what guests can expect aboard the Disney Treasure — setting sail soon! — the crowd was treated to a special Moana performance in Portuguese. Welcome “Disney Starlight”! And speaking of Moana, when the brand-new nighttime parade, “Disney Starlight” arrives at Magic Kingdom next year, it will include a stunning float featuring the iconic heroine! The Brazilian fans were blown away from this first look at a new rendering of the float. Yo ho, me hearties! Raise a glass and a hearty shout at this spirited tavern that will extend the Pirates of the Caribbean story. Take a peek at another new space guests will find inside, and there are going to be some special surprises that Pirates fans will love. Excitement for Epic Games Collaboration We are heading toward exciting new territory — imagine a place where your favorite Disney characters and worlds converge into one connected universe, and you can watch, play and even create your own Disney stories. Check out this video shared exclusively with the audience in Brazil. A Finale to Remember To close out the show, Larissa returned once again to sing one of her favorite songs, “When You Wish Upon a Star.” She was joined on stage by favorite Disney characters, including a very special guest — Jose Carioca! Missed out on any of the D23 Brazil excitement? Find more updates here! The post D23 Brazil: All The Best From Disney Experiences appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

Listen, Christmas is almost here and that means you’ve got no time to waste on the Christmas list! ©Amazon And since you said you were on the hunt for a new tablet for your little one, well, we’ve rounded up some of the best deals on Amazon Fire Tablets for Kids from Amazon for your consideration! So, let’s not waste another minute. Time to check them out! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Check Out This Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids tablet for 56% OFF ©Amazon First up and right off the bat, how can you beat getting an Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids tablet for over 50% off? We could go on and on about battery life and all the kids content they’ll be able to access, but you know all that, so this one’s a serious contender! Get it here! Check Out This Amazon Fire 7 Kids tablet for 50% OFF ©Amazon Now, if your kiddo doesn’t need ALL the bells and whistles, but still could use a solid kids tablet, this Amazon Fire 7 Kids tablet really fits the bill. And, at 50% off, this one comes in as the least expensive (and possibly best value) on this list. Get it here! Check Out This Amazon Fire 10 Kids tablet for 42% OFF ©Amazon Last up, if you’re looking for the latest and greatest, then this Amazon Fire 10 Kids tablet is the one for you! And getting it at 42% off really does sweeten the deal. Get it here! In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest deals on Disney products, so stay tuned for more. Did you know we have a Disney-themed Amazon Storefront? Check it out!The post Amazon Fire Tablets Are On Sale For Up to 56% Off TODAY first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Ahoy there, mateys! Exciting news is coming your way from Disney World! Magic Kingdom Disney just revealed new concept art for the new Pirates of the Caribbean themed lounge coming to Magic Kingdom. Yep, we are STOKED to spend some time in a new Pirates of the Caribbean-themed space because It’s A Pirate’s Life For Us! If it’s a “Pirates life” for you, too, then this new lounge is the one for you. The brand-new Pirates of the Caribbean lounge is a first-of-its-kind experience that “will extend the story of Pirates of the Caribbean.” Check out the NEW concept art just released. We now have a better idea of what this new space will look like. ©Disney Here’s the previous concept art we’ve seen. This tavern is going to be SO COOL. An all-new lounge themed to Pirates of the Caribbean will open at Magic Kingdom in 2025. ©Disney Pirates of all ages can gather to “tell their tales,” while enjoying some “grogs and grub.” At the 2024 D23 Expo, we learned that this lounge will be opening in 2025 (no, we don’t have a more specific date, but we’re anxiously awaiting for Disney to announce it). ©Disney It is only a matter of time until we are enjoying the new lounge and singing “yo ho, yo ho, a pirate’s life for me!” at the top of our lungs. This new Pirates of the Caribbean lounge isn’t the only new thing coming to Disney though. In fact, there is A LOT coming and it can be hard to keep it all straight. So, make sure to check out our video that covers EVERY new Disney ride and when it’s opening: Stay tuned to DFB for all your Disney World news and continued updates as we get closer to the opening of this new lounge! Take a DEEP DIVE into the concept art for this new Pirates of the Caribbean lounge! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be making a stop at this new Pirates of the Caribbean lounge? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Disney Shares NEW DETAILS on Pirates of the Caribbean Tavern in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s time to go SHOPPING! Now through Saturday, Target is offering some BIG deals on toys, clothing, games, and more. It’s the perfect time to get a head start on your Christmas shopping. ©Target We’ve compiled a list of the BEST deals for under $15. These items are perfect for Disney fans, so whether you’re shopping for yourself or for someone you love, check them out before they’re gone! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Tonies Disney The Little Mermaid Audio Play Figurine ©Target The Tonies Ariel figure is on sale now! This one includes three songs from the animated film, so you and your little one can sing along to the classics. View on Target Toddler Girls’ Frozen Elsa Nightgown ©Target The nightgown is SO cute! The dress was made for Elsa fans. Pack it for Disney, or your little ones can wear it for bedtime — it’s super versatile! View on Target Toddler Girls’ 4pc Snug Fit Disney Princess Cotton Pajama Set ©Target Up next, this four-piece pajama set is on sale for 30% off! The set comes with two pairs of princess pajamas. Each pair includes both a long-sleeve top and cozy pajama pants. View on Target Bluey Snug Fit Pajama Set ©Target Hooray! We found a pair of Bluey pajamas on sale! The set comes with a short-sleeve tee, sleep shorts, and pajama pants. You can wear these in the summer AND the fall thanks to the fun options included here. View on Target LEGO Marvel Spidey vs. Green Goblin Super Hero Toy ©Target This set is EPIC! The LEGO playset comes with Spier-Man, Green Goblin, and Ghost-Spider minifigures. How fun! View on Target Tonies Disney Pixar Cars Mater Audio Play Figurine ©Target There’s another Tonies figure on sale now! This Mater figure from the classic Cars movie plays songs like “Our Town,” “Sh-Boom,” “Behind the Clouds,” and “My Heart Would Know.” View on Target LEGO Disney Frozen Elsa’s Frozen Treats ©Target This is ADORABLE! The LEGO set comes with Elsa and the Snowgie as they serve us some cool treats. That little ice cream toy cart features interchangeable decorations and plenty of sweet treats. Get it while it’s on sale! View on Target Women’s Disney Winnie the Pooh Slippers ©Target A pair of cozy slippers sounds like a GREAT Christmas gift for Disney fans, don’t you think? These soft, comfy slippers feature a fun Winnie the Pooh design, and they’re 30% off now! View on Target Disney Frozen Icy Tea Set ©Target Time for a Frozen tea party! The set comes with a teapot and lid, four teacups, and four teaspoons. Score a 30% deal now before the sale ends. View on Target Spider-Man Wired Over-Ear Headphones ©Target Who said headphones had to be BORING?! We love this pair of Spider-Man headphones, complete with a fun Spider-Man design and 3.5mm jack. View on Target Toddler Cars Lightning McQueen Top and Bottom Set ©Target What a FUN two-piece set this is, especially at 15% off! The set includes a short-sleeve beige t-shirt and shorts. View on Target Toddlers Disney Minnie Mouse Tutu Skirt Set ©Target OK, we know a LOT of little ones will love this set! Both the long-sleeve tee and tutu skirt are included, and at 45% off, this is a great deal! View on Target Marvel 16″ Backpack Set with Lunch Bag ©Target Now is the time to plan ahead and get a new backpack for your little one! This set is 35% off now and comes with a 16″ backpack, detachable lunch bag, water bottle, zip case, and matching key fob. View on Target Disney Minnie Mouse Bucket Hat ©TargetGreat news — this hat is 25% off now! It’s reversible, too, so you can style it however you want. Check it out online now! View on Target Nightmare Before Christmas Zero Women’s Coin Pouch ©Target Halloween may be over, but there’s still plenty of the holiday season left to rock this adorable coin purse! The design, which features Zero’s face, is so cute! This wallet will make a great gift for fans of The Nightmare Before Christmas. View on Target In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney deals, so stay tuned for more. Check out our Amazon Storefront for more Disney items!! The post 15 Disney Items Under For Early Holiday DEALS At Target first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Buckle up; we’ve got some BIG Disney news to share. Whether you’re planning a trip to Disney World, waiting for an update on a major Disney project, or counting down the days til your next vacation, you need to hear this. Disney World Disney just dropped some BIG news, and Disney fans already have a LOT to say about this announcement. OK, we won’t keep you in suspense any longer: it’s about the new Villains land coming to Magic Kingdom. Disney just dropped a few more details about that new expansion! Disney blew our MINDS in August when the company announced that the ONE THING WE’VE ALWAYS WANTED TO SEE IN DISNEY WORLD is actually happening. That announcement was that a land themed around Disney’s villains would be coming to Magic Kingdom. We even later learned where that land would be in the park (behind Big Thunder Mountain Railroad). IT’S REALLY HAPPENING! ©Disney Well, Disney is now busy dropping announcements at D23 Brazil, and the company revealed which villains will inspire that land. It’s not clear exactly HOW these characters may be featured, but it looks like Disney plans to use some of the biggest and baddest villains. ©Disney Let’s just take a look at this photo posted by @omelete. We see the Queen of Hearts, Jafar, the Evil Queen, Yzma, Cruella, Captain Hook, Maleficent, Gaston, Mother Gothel, Ursula, Hades, Chernabog, and Maleficent as a Dragon. WHOA! ©omelete We can’t wait to learn more about the new land. In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. We Think We Know Where a LOT of Disney’s $60 Billion Investment Is Going Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you excited about this news? Let us know in the comments! The post BREAKING: FIRST LOOK at the Villains Inspiring Magic Kingdom’s New Land first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve been so excited about the new nighttime parade coming to Magic Kingdom ever since it was announced back in August. Magic Kingdom This new nighttime parade is called Disney Starlight, and we know it’ll feature the magic of the Blue Fairy from Pinocchio, along with characters from Encanto, Frozen, and Peter Pan. We’ve also known that the parade will be “brought to life by the magic of the Blue Fairy,” but that’s about all we’ve known for a few months. But NOW we’ve got more details you need to know about! D23 Brazil is happening right now, and we’ve been getting some pretty big announcements about Disney movies, parks, and more! During the Parks and Experiences panel, we learned a little more about Disney Starlight, and Disney confirmed that a Moana float would be coming to the nighttime parade. We also saw the first concept art of this new float, which features Moana on her sailboat above some beautiful waves. ©Disney The new nighttime parade will debut in summer 2025 in Magic Kingdom. We’ve previously seen concept art for other floats, including a Peter Pan float and an Encanto float. ©Disney Looking for more recent Magic Kingdom news? Check out our posts below! More Recent Magic Kingdom News! NEWS: Disney Shares NEW DETAILS on Pirates of the Caribbean Tavern in Magic KingdomBREAKING: Disney Reveals NEW Concept Art for Magic Kingdom’s Nighttime ParadeA Major Disney World Refurbishment Is One Step Closer To REOPENINGTwo ICONIC Disney Characters Get NEW Looks for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas PartyEVERYWHERE You Can Find Free Cookies and Hot Cocoa at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party We’ll be sure to keep you updated with all the latest news, so stay tuned to DFB! Read more about Disney Starlight here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you excited about this new parade? Tell us in the comments! The post BREAKING: Disney Reveals NEW Concept Art for Magic Kingdom’s Nighttime Parade first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It is no secret that Disney World can get crowded, which can sometimes result in longer wait times for rides and attractions. Crowds in Magic Kingdom While it may seem like every season is busy season at Disney World, we tend to see higher crowd levels around school breaks like spring break, summer break, and the upcoming holiday breaks. While the influx of crowds can make ride wait times longer than average, you may be surprised to find out that sometimes the longest lines in the park are not for a ride. There are times when Disney hits the mark and makes adorable merchandise that creates a very high demand. For example, when the Disney World 50th anniversary merchandise was released in the park, there were crowds of people trying to get their hands on this historic merchandise. Eventually, Disney had to put purchasing limits in place to avoid selling out of items. 50th Anniversary Finale Collection Now, when Disney thinks a new merchandise collection will be popular, they utilize a Virtual Queue to limit and manage crowds while shopping. We saw this recently happen for Hollywood Studio’s 35th anniversary. Hollywood Studios 35th merch! But it is not just limited edition t-shirts and pins that draw crowds; popcorn buckets are insanely popular at Disney World, and for good reason, as some of Disney World’s latest popcorn bucket releases are adorable. Plus, you can enjoy discounted popcorn refills when you present your bucket to outdoor vending popcorn carts. Popcorn Cart Now, Disney World is no stranger to long popcorn bucket lines. For example, in 2022, for the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, POP Eats was home to the Figment popcorn bucket. Lines for the bucket were hours long, and eventually, inventory ran out. EPCOT eventually restocked it for next year’s festival, and you were able to pick up the bucket via Mobile Order. Disney learned from this, and this year, for the Festival of the Arts, the new Figment popcorn bucket that featured the Imagination Pavilion was available via Mobile Order. Figment Popcorn Bucket from 2022 and 2023 As we approach the holiday season, Disney announced that three new popcorn buckets will make their way to Disneyland, and they are super cute! First up is this Sulley popcorn bucket. ©Disney There is also a gingerbread house popcorn bucket! ©Disney And finally, there is a Mickey Mouse elf popcorn bucket! ©Disney While these popcorn buckets have not yet been confirmed for Disney World, it is safe to assume that some new holiday buckets will eventually make their way over to the East Coast, and just like other popcorn bucket releases, these are going to be popular and draw long lines. Popcorn Bucket line So, how can you get your hands on a new popcorn bucket? Well, to start, many people will rush to the parks on the first day they are released. This creates long lines when you could be using the time waiting for a popcorn bucket to ride an attraction. We always have reporters in the parks watching out for new releases, so make sure to continue to follow along with Disney Food Blog as we will post updates on when and where new popcorn buckets are available. Popcorn bucket line In most cases, new popcorn buckets may only be available at one popcorn cart at the start of the day, and then they will make their way to other carts. So do not stress if one popcorn cart runs out of inventory. In most cases, they will restock or be available at another cart. Popcorn Cart This was the case at Disneyland when the Halloween Vampire Stitch popcorn bucket was released. Disneyland was prepared for it to be popular, and they sold it all over the park in multiple ways; for example, depending on where you bought it from, it could come with cotton candy or popcorn to accommodate more locations to sell it. Vampire Stitch Popcorn Bucket Overall, our biggest tip is to pack your patience and don’t give up! If you see a short line, we recommend getting in it right away, as eventually, a longer line will form. If Disney does utilize Mobile Order this year, make sure to purchase it first thing in the morning to ensure you are able to get your hands on a popcorn bucket. You can always push the pick-up time back if you can’t make it to your original time slot. Short line for popcorn buckets We have our fingers crossed that these adorable Christmas popcorn buckets will make their way to Disney World, and if they do, remember these tips to help you snag the popcorn bucket you want! For all the latest Disney news and tips, make sure to continue to follow along with Disney Food Blog! Best Disney Popcorn Buckets OF ALL TIME Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Do you like to collect Disney popcorn buckets? Let us know in the comments!The post WARNING: The Longest Line You'll Wait in on Your Next Disney World Trip WON'T Be for a Ride first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World is about to be in a bit of a transformation. Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy New lands are coming to Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, AND Disney’s Hollywood Studios. New Cars attractions will be available at Magic Kingdom, and an all-new show is headed to Hollywood Studios. And that’s not even everything! However, to make way for several of these new things, some classic attractions have had to close. For example, Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy closed for good in Hollywood Studios on October 8th, but at least now we’re starting to see steps being taken for the new show to open! Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy The Cars-themed show featuring Lighting McQueen permanently closed on October 8th, 2024, to make way for a brand-new Villains show. Sunset Showcase The Cars show was previously housed in the Sunset Showcase building, but the last day for guests to enjoy it was October 7th. The new Villains show is supposed to debut in the summer of 2025. We’re always watching for more details about the new show, and we recently spotted a casting call for Cruella de Vil, Captain Hook, and Maleficent! Seems like Disney is making progress on the new production. Read about the NEW Villains show coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios! These attractions will remain closed for now, along with others around Disney World. Keep reading to find out what else will be closed the week of November 9th through November 16th. Magic Kingdom Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade We had to say goodbye to an opening day attraction on June 23rd. Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade with construction walls around it The Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade was around for generations and provided simple fun to all who played. Now, the attraction has closed to make room for a new Disney Vacation Club lounge. This lounge will be the third in Disney World, joining one in EPCOT and one at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Disney has not yet announced when the new lounge will open. Reviewing These New Magic Kingdom Confectionery Treats Was Truly a Roller Coaster Ride Tomorrowland Terrace Tomorrowland Terrace is a quick-service restaurant that has been closed since the 2020 pandemic-related closures, but even before that, this spot was only occasionally open. Tomorrowland Terrace Once in a while, you’ll see the dining room open as a rest area (and it’s still being used for the Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert Parties), but it’s usually all roped off and empty. Tomorrowland Terrace Disney hasn’t announced when this spot could finally reopen, but we’ll be watching for updates. If you’re looking for a nice spot to hang out in Disney World and sit down for a rest, this could be it! REVIEW: Disney, Here’s Our Petition to Add More Loaded Tots to This Magic Kingdom Restaurant EPCOT Test Track Test Track closed on June 17th, and Disney is giving this ride a BIG makeover! Test Track Construction Disney has shared that the new version of Test Track will take inspiration from the old ride, World of Motion, that was originally there when the park opened in 1982. Disney recently shared more details at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Experience, including an opening timeline! We’ll be able to ride Test Track once again in 2025. EPCOT Has a BIG Festival of the Holidays Problem, and I’m Formally Requesting a Solution ASAP Restaurant Marrakesh Restaurant Marrakesh is currently closed as a dining location in the Morocco pavilion of EPCOT’s World Showcase, and there’s no word yet on when the restaurant could fully reopen. Restaurant Marrakesh However, it is currently open as the Florida Blue Lounge during the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival. So, if you’re in the Morocco Pavilion, check it out to see if it’s open. We’re watching for updates on when the full restaurant could reopen! 2 NEW Food Booths Announced for the 2024 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Hollywood Studios Voyage of the Little Mermaid Voyage of the Little Mermaid is currently closed in Disney World. But we recently spotted some construction walls up at the building along with a new permit filed! Voyage of the Little Mermaid Disney is going to introduce a new, updated show in this spot, though it will still be themed to the animated movie The Little Mermaid! The new show will be called “The Little Mermaid — A Musical Adventure,” and it is now coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Summer 2025. The Little Mermaid: A Musical Adventure Disney still hasn’t announced an official opening date for the new show, but it has been postponed from its Fall 2024 opening timeline. It will be a “fully reimagined theatrical production inspired by the Walt Disney Animation Studios classic.” NEW LOOK at “The Little Mermaid” Show Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Typhoon Lagoon Blizzard Beach officially welcomed guests back on November 4th! That same day, Typhoon Lagoon closed its gates for the season. Typhoon Lagoon Typhoon Lagoon will likely be closed throughout the winter until sometime in the spring. Disney has been having one water park open at a time seasonally since 2020. In the meantime, you can enjoy the slopes at Blizzard Beach this winter! Click here to learn all about Typhoon Lagoon Disney World Hotels Everything POP Shopping & Dining — Disney’s Pop Century Resort The Everything Pop Food Court will continue its refurbishment for the time being. Everything Pop Since July 29th, Everything Pop has been getting some work done. The refurbishment was supposed to end on September 29th. However, Disney updated the refurbishment timeline to extend it to November 30th. This means the food court should have been back to full and normal operation, but that’s not the case. However, we did stop by and noticed a few updates — it’s looking really good so far! Guests can grab food at several counters and on mobile order, as well as use the limited seating while work is being done. World Premiere Food Court — Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort The World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort has been undergoing refurbishment since July. All-Star Movies This food court closed for refurbishment on July 1st and was set to reopen on July 31st. Currently, the Disney World website only lists the Rialto coffee shop as being closed for refurbishment until the end of November 2024. SEE INSIDE the Newly Renovated Rooms at This Popular Disney World Hotel Looking for more resources to help you get ready for your upcoming trip? 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We’ve Got Everything You Need to Know The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Disney World Vacation A Month-by-Month Guide to Planning Your Disney World Trip Tips, Hints, Lists, and Videos for Planning the BEST Disney World Trip Learn About the Disney Park Pass System The Ultimate Disney World Packing List Everything You Need to Know About Lightning Lanes Insider SECRETS for Your First Trip to Disney World A Complete Look at the Current Disney Discounts and Deals The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox! Click Here to Subscribe When is your next Disney World vacation? Let us know in the comments! The post A Major Disney World Refurbishment Is One Step Closer To REOPENING first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s finally here! Fireworks during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party We visited the first night of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, and you know we’re here covering it all to help you prepare for your trip to the party. That means we’re trying all the snacks, checking out all the merchandise, and all the entertainment. There’s so much to experience that you’ll likely want a way to commemorate your night, which is why you shouldn’t miss these photo opportunities! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party runs on select nights from November 8th through December 20th and takes place from 7PM to 12AM each night (with entry to Magic Kingdom beginning at 4PM for those with party tickets). Throughout the night, you’ll be able to see a variety of party-specific entertainment, which includes some great photo opportunities! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Some options are set up as photo ops around the parks, while others are only available with specific PhotoPass Cast Members. As you head through each area of the park, you’ll find one or the other, but if there’s one your particularly after, this breakdown will help you figure out where you’ll want to go! Main Street U.S.A. Let’s start with one of the most iconic Disney Christmas Card photos EVER! This exclusive photo op is located at the hub of Main Street, U.S.A., near Cinderella Castle. PhotoPass Cast Members are stationed here, too, so they can take those family photos for you! Magic Kingdom Photo Op You can also find a TON of PhotoPass Cast Members lining Main Street, U.S.A., throughout the evening. These Cast Members may also have some fun surprises to enhance your photos, like props and Magic Shots! If you’re hoping for a party-exclusive Magic Shot, ask the Cast Member what they can do for you. Tomorrowland Over in Tomorrowland, we spotted another photo op! This one is located near the Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor. Tomorrowland Photo Op The sign reads “Merry Stitchmas” and features our favorite friends from Lilo & Stitch. Make sure to check it out if you’re in the area! Fantasyland Fantasyland is filled with PhotoPass Cast Members, too! How fun! If you’re lucky, you might run into a princess or two as well! Liberty Square In the past, Disney offered a special Muppets-themed Magic Shot in the Liberty Square area. ©Disney Ask a PhotoPass Cast Member if they have any special Magic Shots — you never know what they might have! Adventureland Magic Kingdom is full of fun photo ops! Keep your eyes peeled all around the park. Photo Op We experienced everything there is to see at the party, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more details! We’re LIVE from Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party — follow along with us here! DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including: The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Get All the Details About Disney Jollywood Nights Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which photo spot is your favorite? Tell us in the comments! The post Do NOT Skip This FUN Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Perk! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Okay, so you’re in the middle of planning a trip to Disney World — and yes, it can be A LOT. Are you flying to Disney World? So you’ve figured out your budget. You might have already booked your hotel and decided on what theme park tickets you’ll need for your trip. Maybe you’re planning what you want to wear. But HOW are you getting to Disney World? Will you drive? Will you take a train? Will you fly? For so many, flying is the best option, and we just wanted to let you know that there’s now a NEW nonstop flight available to Orlando! Need help with all that Disney World planning stuff? Let our friends at Small World Travel do all the planning for you! According to WBTV, budget carrier Avelo Airlines has added new nonstop flights to several cities from Concord, North Carolina. That includes a flight to Orlando, more specifically Orlando/Lakeland, FL (LAL) on Thursdays and Sundays. ©Avelo Airlines Granted, the Lakeland airport might not be as convenient as Orlando International Airport, but it could save you money. You’ll also need to figure out how to get from the airport to Disney World. You have several options, including renting a car, taking a train to Kissimmee, FL (you’d still need to travel from there to Disney World), or using a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft. Uber This new flight by Avelo, though, is still an option to consider if it could save you some money! Stay tuned to DFB for more. Flying with Southwest or Spirit? You Need To Know Their Hardcore Carry-On Baggage RULES DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO Would you consider flying into the Lakeland Airport to save money on your Disney trip? Why or why not? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: A Popular Budget Airline Is Adding a NEW Nonstop Flight to Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

With less than two months in 2024, you can basically count down the days until your 2025 Disney World trip! Disney’s Animal Kingdom With such little time left for all the preparations, we wanted to offer a helping hand! If you’re still trying to figure out which Disney World you want to book a stay at in 2025, you’ll want to know about the ones that you’ll want to stay clear of. Let’s dive right in! Without further ado, let’s get right into the list of Disney World hotels that you’ll want to avoid in 2025 and why! Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort Who doesn’t love hopping into their Disney World hotel pool (I know we do)? Speaking of pools, the Fantasia Pool over at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort will undergo routine maintenance from January 2025 to April 2025. Fantasia Pool While the refurbishment is happening, you can still enjoy a day by the pool at the Donald Duck pool since it will still be open. If you are wanting to stay at a hotel where all the pools will open, you will want to stay clear of this hotel until May 2025. Bay Lake Tower Next, Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort will be undergoing room refurbishment work from September 2024 to September 2025 (yes — a whole year!). Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort During the construction, you can expect to see and hear the construction work in Bay Lake Tower. Also, you might be instructed to take detours. Typically Disney is really good about not doing any work early in the mornings or late in the evenings. Hoping to avoid construction at your hotel, then steer clear of The Contemporary next year. Port Orleans French Quarter Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter has been getting a facelift recently. The room refurbishments taking place at the French Quarter were originally scheduled to be completed by the end of November, but now the plans have changed. According to the Disney World website, the project is now expected to last through Spring 2025. (We’ll be keeping an eye on the refurbishment schedule and keep you posted!) New rooms at Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter As of the moment, the room refurbishments have already been completed in some areas (Buildings 1 and 2), but if you’re planning on staying at this hotel over the next few months, just keep in mind that there’s no guarantee you’ll get an updated room (but you will likely be paying the same price as someone who is in a refurbished room). Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Even though the Island Village Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas and Bungalows will be opening this December 2024, the construction around the resort won’t be stopping any time soon. Construction progress Disney stated that the construction will go on until 2026, as with the other properties undergoing construction, just plan on hearing construction noise during the day should you plan on staying there. So you can expect construction in the area for quite some time. Wilderness Lodge If you’re planning a stay at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort, there is a major refurbishment taking place on the exterior of the hotel. Wilderness Lodge Construction work began back on August 5th and will still continue for the foreseeable future (meaning you’ll see and hear construction work during the daytime hours). Unfortunately, Disney hasn’t shared the scope of the work or when it will be completed, and there are indications that there will be even more work happening at the resort throughout the year. Disney’s Yacht Club Lastly, Disney’s Yacht Club Resort will also be undergoing room refurbishment work from January 2025 through May 2025. Disney hasn’t shared how extensive the work will be (we’ll keep you posted). Disney’s Yacht Club Additionally, the Stormalong Bay and Shipwreck Pool (which are shared by both Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts) will undergo routine maintenance from January 2025 to June 2025. These pools are consistently some of the top pools at the Disney World resorts (many stay just for the pool). As before, expect to hear construction noises during the day. This pool really is the shining star of this hotel, so if you were planning to stay for this experience, you will likely want to stay somewhere else! Stormalong Bay Now, if you still want to spend time at a pool, the Tidal, Admiral, and Dunes Cove leisure pools will still be open. Stormalong Bay at Disney’s Beach Club Those are just a couple of closures in 2025 at Disney World that you should plan around. Until then, keep it right here at DFB for the latest Disney news! 2025 Dates You Should Know If You’re a Disney World Fan Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you planning on a Disney World trip in 2025? Let us know in the comments. The post The Worst Disney World Hotels for 2025 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video covering all the latest Disney news! The parade is a must! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party has kicked off the holiday season in Disney World, NEW shows are coming to the parks that star our favorite Pixar characters, resort gingerbread displays are complete, and so many new holiday treats. All the latest Disney Parks news is coming up right now on DFB Guide. By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/subscribe.png So check out the video and then let us know: Which Disney news of the week are you the most excited about? The post DFB Video: Latest Disney News: First Christmas Party of the Season, New Encanto & Coco Shows & MORE! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It takes a lot of work to keep a theme park running in tip-top shape — and a lot of employees to do it. Orlando Sign Orlando is home to several theme parks and not all of them are quite as large as Disney World or Universal. Some may not be filled with roller coasters and rides, but that doesn’t mean they’re not worth checking out! You might not want to apply for a job at one in particular, though, and you’ll soon find out why. A new study of theme parks in the United States has revealed which ones had the highest work-related incidents in 2023. The study, which was conducted by OnFocus, used data from the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) to find out which attractions were the safest and most dangerous places to work. The Incredible Hulk Coaster And, among the nation’s most dangerous is WonderWorks Orlando. WonderWorks is a science-focused indoor amusement park that combines education and entertainment, featuring over 100 different exhibits. While it’s not a traditional theme park with roller coasters like Disney World, it’s still a pretty popular attraction in Orlando. But, this data has revealed it may not be the safest place to work. ©WonderWorks Of the 10 least safe U.S. theme parks by incident rate per 100 employees, WonderWorks Orlando comes in second place with a 16.83 incident rate out of 100. The only theme park to beat WonderWorks was DTZIP, LLC, a zipline attraction based out of Las Vegas, Nevada. WonderWorks had 101 employees on average throughout 2023, and 17 total incidents were reported over the year. ©WonderWorks The report notes, “On the flip side, parks such as WonderWorks Orlando and DTZIP LLC are raising alarms with incident rates as high as 16.8 and 19.35 per 100 employees, respectively. These figures indicate that nearly one in six workers at some of the most popular attractions is experiencing an issue—something that shouldn’t be ignored.” Also noteworthy is Dollywood’s presence on the list of 10 least safe U.S. theme parks by incident rate per 100 employees, with the HeartSong Resort taking spot nine out of 100. ©Dollywood Disney Parks and Resorts had an incident rate of 7.66 per 100 employees in 2023, while Universal Orlando’s incident rate was 5.11 per 100 employees. Cinderella Castle We’ll keep an eye out for more theme park safety updates — so make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest news and more! NEWS: Disney Takes Second Place in New Theme Park Survey — #1 Will Surprise You! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you been to WonderWorks Orlando? Tell us in the comments. The post NEWS: Orlando Theme Park Is Among Nation's Most Dangerous for Employees first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s the mooost wonderful time of the yyeeaarr! Tonight is the opening night of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Magic Kingdom, and we are here bringing you full coverage of all the festivities. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party There is so much to experience at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and the exclusive character meet and greets are one of the things that makes the party special. We are taking you along with us to see all the special characters you can meet during the event! Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a separately ticketed event that happens on select nights in Magic Kingdom from November 8th through December 20th, 2024. The party features a variety of entertainment options, themed food and drink, cookie stops, exclusive merchandise, and special character meet and greets. Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Not only are we checking out all the festive food and experiencing the entertainment options, but we are also on a quest to check out the exclusive character meet and greets. We tracked down Anna and Elsa, dressed in their holiday best! Now, you don’t see that every day! Anna and Elsa Sleeping Beauty herself Aurora was out in Fantasyland with Prince Phillip. Hi guys! Not only can you find characters at designated meet and greet spots, but you also never know when you might come across a special character roaming in their holiday best, and at several of the special dance parties scattered across the park. These include at Club Tinsel… Club Tinsel …and during the Disney Junior Jingle Jam! Disney Junior Jingle Jam In addition to spotting some special characters out and about, you can also head over to Storybook Circus to meet the one and only, Santa Claus. Storybook Circus is transformed into Santa’s Christmas Carnival, where you will find Santa Claus and friends from the North Pole. Santa can also be found during the parade! Santa!! If you want to see even more about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, make sure you check out our video all about last year’s event, and stay tuned as we will be posting a full video about this year’s event as well! Stay tuned to DFB for FULL coverage of the opening night of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, ALL of the party’s characters, and all of your Disney World news! Find out why this year’s Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is MORE complicated! DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including: The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Get All the Details About Disney Jollywood Nights Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What character are you most looking forward to meeting at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party? Let us know in the comments! The post Two ICONIC Disney Characters Get NEW Looks for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article