Disney Parks News
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7/17/2019 by Michael Ramirez
Today we commemorate 64 years since the opening day of Disneyland with festivities that included the “Happiest March on Earth” down Main Street, U.S.A.
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7/17/2019 by Jacqueline Logan
Did you know that Walt Disney World Resort is a popular field trip destination for student groups? Last week NBA basketball star Aaron Gordon took part in an innovative Disney Youth Education Series program at Magic Kingdom Park alongside 30 students from his Orlando foundation. The program, “Energy and Waves Physics Lab” is designed to […]
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7/17/2019 by Shawn Slater
When Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens August 29 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, this incredible new land will transport you to the planet of Batuu, where you’ll be able to live your own adventure in and around Black Spire Outpost. And when you’re “off planet” exploring the rest of the park, you can enjoy a variety of other great Star Wars experiences that celebrate the entire saga.
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7/17/2019 by Thomas Smith
With all of the new and soon-to-open experiences at Walt Disney World Resort, there are so many reasons to visit now and throughout the coming months.
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7/17/2019 by Alex Dunlap
We’re chilling out this summer with some deliciously refreshing cool treats at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort. If you’re looking for a way to cool off between all of your exciting activities in the parks, then this is the list for you! Between going on fantastical adventures and taking in one of the many entertaining shows our parks and resorts have to offer, you’ll definitely want to find ways to take a break and beat the heat. And what better way to do that than with a yummy frozen treat? Here’s a list with just a few ways to cool off on both coasts! And if you’re wanting to speed up your cool-downs, pay in advance and skip the line by mobile ordering your treat from select locations via the My Disney Experience app at Walt Disney World Resort and the Disneyland app on the West Coast.
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7/17/2019 by Michael Ramirez
Since opening on July 17, 1989, Splash Mountain has made a “splash” in the hearts of Disneyland Resort guests.
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7/17/2019 by Thomas Smith
In just a little over a month, the Anaheim Convention Center will open its doors to fans of The Walt Disney Company at the D23 Expo from Aug. 23 through 25. We’re hard at work planning to bring all our fans another exciting weekend packed with panels, presentations, displays, shopping and surprises, and D23 just shared more about what we have in store.
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7/17/2019 by Nikki Moreno
Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa offers something for everyone: Gorgeous ocean views, wonderful water play areas and kid’s spaces. Plus, Aulani has a variety of hotel and Disney Vacation Club accommodations, from comfortable rooms that sleep four to a three-bedroom Grand Villa that sleeps up to 12 of your loved ones.
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7/17/2019 by Shawn Slater
Now that we’re into the tail end of summer, it’s time to set our sights on fall, and that means the return of my absolute favorite event of the year, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! And this year will be particularly exciting with several returning favorites and some all-new experiences, highlighted by the debut of the incredible new “Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular.”
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7/17/2019 by Sarah Domenech
Is never too early to start planning your vacaciones familiares for this upcoming fall and holiday seasons!
At Walt Disney World Resort you can experience juntos the holiday magic that only Disney can provide with a great family room and ticket package offer.
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7/16/2019 by Kevin Rafferty, Jr.
The nation’s only living Iraqi War veteran to receive the Medal of Honor, Army Staff Sergeant David Bellavia, was honored during the daily flag retreat ceremony at Disneyland park July 13.
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7/16/2019 by mkilwein
As you saw from the story this weekend, stars of Disney’s “The Lion King,” JD McCrary (Young Simba) and Shahadi Wright Joseph (Young Nala), stopped by Walt Disney World Resort to celebrate the upcoming opening of their new film on July 19 and original motion picture soundtrack available now.
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7/16/2019 by Jonathan Frontado
What are some of the ways your family likes to have fun together? There’s a pretty high chance whatever you name is already offered on a Disney cruise. And the best part is that it’s all included!
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7/16/2019 by Sarah Domenech
We are so excited to share with you that Tony’s Most Merriest Town Square Party is returning this year to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! Reservations start today! The festive and joyous experience will take place from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. (beyond the party’s midnight end time!) at Tony’s Town Square Restaurant at Magic Kingdom […]
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7/15/2019 by Thomas Smith
We’ve previously shared some adorable Play Disney Parks pins to commemorate your digital achievements within the app, and now we’re excited to announce the launch of three new pins! Perfect for decorating your lanyard, backpack, hat and more, guests can now purchase these new pins for earning the following ride achievements at both Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort: High Seas Scallywag at Pirates of the Caribbean, Hitchhiking Ghost at Haunted Mansion and Star Tourist at Star Tours – The Adventures Continue!
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7/15/2019 by Scott Trowbridge
One of the incredible things about Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge that visitors to the planet Batuu admire is the amazing rockwork throughout the land. When we set out to make a real place in the Star Wars galaxy with its own unique geography, we came up with a planet that thousands of years ago was covered by giant trees that were thousands of feet tall. Although it is not quite known what happened to these trees many years ago, over time they became the petrified spires that one sees across the landscape. Black Spire Outpost was even named after one such spire, darker than all the rest and located in the center of the village area.
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7/15/2019 by Thomas Smith
The dawn of a new era in Disney transportation is right around the corner! On September 29, Disney Skyliner gondolas will take flight and officially begin transporting guests around Walt Disney World Resort.
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7/15/2019 by Thomas Smith
UPDATE: The entry period for this opportunity has closed. Keep your eye on the Disney Parks Blog for future opportunities! This summer, we’ve been celebrating the upcoming release of Disney’s “The Lion King” on the Disney Parks Blog with a variety of stories. Now, we’re offering the opportunity to be among the very first to […]
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7/15/2019 by Thomas Smith
As regular readers know, we’re celebrating “The Lion King” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom with current offerings such as Hakuna Matata Time Dance Party, photo opportunities featuring dimensional backgrounds and “Rivers of Light: We Are One,” the reimagined show introducing additional, stunning imagery and familiar animal characters from Disneynature films, along with a colorful tapestry of classic moments from Disney animation.
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7/15/2019 by Yolanda Cade
For centuries, the European Riviera has inspired visitors to relax, rejuvenate and play along the Mediterranean. At Disney’s Riviera Resort, projected to open December 2019, the history and charm that enchanted Walt and Lillian Disney, and so many others, will be yours to experience.