Tomorrowland Update (4/27/17)

Guests visiting the Magic Kingdom Park in the near future will be able to enjoy new entertainment around Tomorrowland.
Later this spring, Guests can journey over to the Rockettower Plaza Stage (which is found between Space Mountain and Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress) and join in an intergalactic dance party. The DJ will be spinning fresh tunes and making sure this party is out-of-this-world! To make way for “Cosmic Dance Party,” the INCREDIBLES Super Dance Party will close on Monday, May 1.

While the INCREDIBLES Super Dance Party will no longer be available starting May 1, Guests will be able to meet Mr. Incredible at a temporary greeting location in Tomorrowland, May 1-18, 2017.

Additionally, a new, interactive robot character is surprising and entertaining Guests near the Rockettower Plaza Stage. Showbot, a robot from another Galaxy, is fascinated by Earth and Earthlings and want to learn all he can about us and our culture (please, note that some are reporting that the test involving this new character may already be over, but we will keep you updated).

What is new and what is coming to Walt Disney World this summer

This summer season, guests can discover a magical mix of new and unforgettable experiences throughout Walt Disney World Resort, with an all-new land and evening show at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, a dazzling new show at Magic Kingdom Park, epic entertainment at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and world-class dining at Disney Springs.

Here are the exciting new ways guests can explore Walt Disney World Resort this summer:

Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Guests can travel to an otherworldly destination this summer: Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. When it opens May 27, this new land will give guests the chance to explore a mystical world of bioluminescent rainforests, floating mountains and soaring Banshees. In collaboration with filmmaker James Cameron and Lightstorm Entertainment, Disney is bringing to life the fantasy world of Pandora, inspired by Cameron’s epic film AVATAR.

Guests will discover two main adventures. Avatar Flight of Passage sends guests flying above the jungles of Pandora on a Mountain Banshee, and Na’vi River Journey, is a family-friendly boat ride that sails down a sacred river hidden within a glowing rainforest for an unforgettable encounter with a Na’vi Shaman.

Hungry adventurers can recharge at Satu’li Canteen, the main dining location in Pandora, or Pongu Pongu, a drink kiosk with a design as eclectic as its expat owner. Shoppers can stock up on Na’vi cultural items, toys, science kits and more at Windtraders.

And after the sun sets, Disney’s Animal Kingdom guests can discover rich new experiences throughout the park, starting with the new nighttime show, Rivers of Light. This visually stunning after-dark experience celebrates the majesty of nature and the connection between animals and humans. It’s a dramatic visual blend of water, fire, light and imagery all choreographed to an original musical score.

Magic Kingdom Park
Starting May 12, guests will be treated to one of the most elaborate fireworks displays ever created – a brand-new show called “Happily Ever After.” It will feature the latest in fireworks, pyrotechnics and projection technology, plus fresh animation, and a new musical score and theme song.

“Happily Ever After” will take guests on an inspiring journey filled with heart and humor, as Cinderella Castle itself becomes part of the story. Dazzling projections bring heartfelt Disney stories to life on and around the iconic castle. The 18-minute spectacle will feature moments from beloved Disney films such as “The Little Mermaid” and “Aladdin,” as well as modern blockbusters “Moana” and “Zootopia.”

“Happily Ever After” will be presented nightly, with show times varying based on park hours.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios
A new limited-time concert event debuts May 26. “The Music of Pixar LIVE! A Symphony of Characters” will showcase memorable music from Pixar Animation Studios films, with appearances by beloved Disney•Pixar characters. A live orchestra provides the soundtrack for this 40-minute concert that will be presented three times nightly at Theater of the Stars (following regular daily performances of “Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage”). The show also will include appearances by Woody, Jessie, Mike and Sulley, the Incredibles and more.

Day or night, new Star Wars experiences are immersing guests in the world of this iconic saga. Guests can now interact with BB-8, the loyal droid from “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” as well as other Star Wars characters inside Star Wars Launch Bay. New authentic props from “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” are also featured in Star Wars Launch Bay, and the new AWR Troopers from “Rogue One” now appear in the daytime stage show “Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away.”

Disney’s Water Parks
Guests can cool off on a whitewater adventure aboard Miss Adventure Falls, a brand new family-style raft attraction at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park. Guests are immersed in the story of Captain Mary Oceaneer, a treasure hunter who roamed the seven seas in search of undersea artifacts – until a rogue storm marooned her ship and treasures at Typhoon Lagoon.

At Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park, the “Frozen” Summer Games return from May 26 – Aug. 13. Kristoff and Olaf will be available for a special character greeting and photo opportunity, making Blizzard Beach the only place where guests can meet Kristoff at Walt Disney World Resort. During the friendly competition, guests will be able to participate in ice-pail relays, a snowball toss and much more snowy fun.

Disney Springs
The culinary scene at Disney Springs continues to evolve with more exciting food and beverage locales, including The Polite Pig and Paddlefish, both open now.

Featuring modern barbecue cuisine prepared in an open kitchen, The Polite Pig serves up Southern sides like mac-and-cheese and smoked corn and a hearty selection of craft beers and cocktails. There’s also a bourbon bar offering more than 50 selections. The Polite Pig is the newest concept from award-winning Orlando Chefs James and Julie Petrakis who own local favorite restaurants The Ravenous Pig and Swine & Sons.

Guests can also step aboard Paddlefish, Disney Springs’ iconic 1800’s paddleboat that’s been reimagined into a modern yacht experience. Paddlefish offers guests a delectable menu of fresh seafood, steaks and chops for lunch and dinner, as well as a delectable Sunday brunch. A new rooftop lounge serves up a late-night menu as well as fantastic views of the water and Disney Springs.

Disney Resort Hotels
Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort opens as the newest Disney Vacation Club Resort on July 17. Inspired by the legendary mining and railroad history of the Pacific Northwest, guests will come “home” to rustic elegance with these new studios, villas and waterfront cabins.

At Disney’s BoardWalk, there’s an enchanting new dining experience at Trattoria al Forno, the Bon Voyage Breakfast, featuring beloved Disney characters including Rapunzel, Flynn Rider, Ariel and Prince Eric. Guests can make reservations by visiting DisneyWorld.com/dining or by calling 407-WDW-DINE. Cost is $34 for adults and $20 for children.

Dapper Day Special Offers at Disney Springs

From April 28 through April 30, Guests will step out in style as part of Dapper Day, an unofficial gathering in celebration of sophisticated fashions. Participants have planned meet ups throughout Walt Disney World Resort, including a Dapper Day Eve visit to Disney Springs on Friday, April 28. On April 28 only, all Guests dressed to impress at Disney Springs will be able to take advantage of a variety of special discounts, offers, and special entertainment for the occasion.

Here you are just some of the great deals that Guests will be able to enjoy as part of this special event:

•Fountain Stage, 7 p.m.-midnight: Enjoy swing dance music and a special drink menu with classic-inspired cocktails
•Chapel Hats: In-store photo booth
•Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC: Free mini cupcakes for dapper-dressed Guests
•Kiehl’s: Complimentary mini-facials by appointment, relaxing hand massages, instant skin refreshers
•MAC: Free mini makeovers
•Sephora: Free mini makeovers, $5 coupon to Chapel Hats with purchase
•Starbucks: 10% discount for dapper-dressed Guests and special themed drinks for Dapper Day
•Amorette’s Patisserie: Special dessert, featuring a mini dome cake enrobed in a dark chocolate glacage and decorated as a fascinator cocktail hat

While visiting Disney Springs, Guests will also be able to show off their style at the Disney PhotoPass Studio in the Marketplace and take photos with classic and virtual backgrounds of favorite Disney scenes.

WDW Times Guides for April 23-29 2017

Disneyland & DCA Times Guides for April 28-May 4 2017

Dapper Day Offerings Planned

From April 28 through April 30, Guests will step out in style as part of Dapper Day, an unofficial gathering in celebration of sophisticated fashions.
Participants have planned meet ups throughout Walt Disney World Resort, including a Dapper Day visit to Magic Kingdom Park on Saturday, April 29. While this is not a Disney-sponsored event, a number of unique offerings will be available to Guests, such as boxed lunches, floral offerings, specialty cupcakes, additional merchandise, and more.

●Picnic in the Park

Guests may enjoy a Saturday afternoon picnic in the park on Saturday, April 29. Boxed lunches available at Tomorrowland Terrace, 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., with a special reserved picnic area in the East Plaza Garden.

Lunch comes with house-made chips, fruit cup, Dapper Rose cupcake, fountain beverage, and a choice of:

•Fried Chicken
•Chicken Caesar Salad
•Greek Salad Wrap
•BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich

Kids’ Meals are also available with a side of house-made chips, Go-Go SqueeZ, mini Dapper Rose cupcake, kids’ fountain beverage, and a choice of:

•Chicken Strips
•Uncrustables Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich

Pricing is $14.99 for adults, $9.99 for children 9 and younger.

●Specialty Cupcakes

Guests will love these specialty sweet treats, which look almost too good to eat!

“Hats off to Spring” Cupcakes – Vanilla cupcake with vanilla buttercream, or chocolate cupcake with mocha buttercream. Each cupcake is topped with a sugar cookie sandwich filled with raspberry jam and coated in white chocolate.
Dapper Quartet (four small cupcakes served together) – Two vanilla and two chocolate cupcakes with vanilla buttercream and fondant bowties, with colors matching the Dapper Dans on Main Street, U.S.A.

●Pop-Up Dress Shop in the Emporium

For a limited time, select merchandise from The Dress Shop on Cherry Tree Lane at Disney Springs will be available in the Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A. The Dress Shop on Cherry Tree Lane is a new collection that combines vintage style with modern fits. The Dress Shop draws inspiration from classic Disney characters and theme park attractions including Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room, “it’s a small world,” Minnie Mouse, Snow White, and Alice.

●Floral offerings on Main Street, U.S.A.

A variety of corsages and rose wands from Disney Floral & Gifts will be available for purchase on Main Street, U.S.A. near Uptown Jewelers.

Upcoming Refurbishments at Animal Kingdom

Multiple areas of Animal Kingdom will be under construction in the coming weeks.
Construction to enhance the Serka Zong Bazaar merchandise location began today (Monday, April 17, 2017) and will continue through May 12.

During construction, the location will remain open. In addition to that, the FastPass+ touch points and entrance queue area at Kilimanjaro Safaris will undergo refurbishment from April 17 through May 12. A secondary queue will be used during the entire duration of this construction project.

Finally, the tiger exhibit in the Maharajah Jungle Trek will undergo habitat enhancements through Friday, May 5. During this time, the tigers will be kept backstage and the viewing areas will be inaccessible to guests.

WDW Times Guides for April 16-22 2017

Disneyland & DCA Times Guides for April 21-27 2017

Fire Restrictions in Place Across WDW Property

Due to dry weather conditions, there are currently fire restrictions throughout Central Florida. As a result, campfires at all Walt Disney World Resorts will not be available.
Charcoal grills, where available, may not be used. Guests will be able to use personal propane grills at their sites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground during this time; however, they may not use personal fire pits, charcoal grills, wood grills, tiki torches, or other similar items, as the restrictions currently apply to all open flames.