November Resort Activity Calendars

Run Disney Participant Discounts at Disney Springs

From October 31 to November 3, special offers and discounts will be available to all race participants in celebration of the Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend.

*25% off purchase at the following location:

•Tommy Bahama (one item only)

*20% off purchases at the following locations:

ALEX AND ANI (exclusions apply)

Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ (food and non-alcoholic beverages)

Columbia Sportswear

Cookes of Dublin

Häagen-Dazs (exclusions apply)

havaianas

Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea (exclusions apply)

JOHNNY WAS (one full price item only)

Luxury of Time by Diamonds International (jewelry only)

Paddlefish (food only)

Paradiso 37,  Taste of the Americas

Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant

SANUK

Shop for Ireland

Sperry (one full price item only)

Splitsville Luxury Lanes (food, non-alcoholic beverages, and bowling)

Sugarboo & Co. (one full price item only)

Terralina Crafted Italian (food only)

UNDER ARMOUR BRAND HOUSE (exclusions apply)

Volcom (exclusions apply)

*15% off purchases at the following locations:

Basin

Coca-Cola Store

Dino Store at T-REX (non-sale items)

EARL OF SANDWICH (food only)

Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop

Kipling

Superdry (exclusions apply)

Rainforest Cafe Retail Village (non-sale items)

Vera Bradley (exclusions apply)

*10% off purchases at the following locations:

Blaze Fast Fire’d Pizza (food and non-alcoholic beverages)

Crystal Arts by Arribas Brothers

Frontera Cocina

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar

Jaleo by José Andrés

Luxury of Time by Diamonds International (watches only)

Origins (Plus, enjoy complimentary in-store mini facials)

Planet Hollywood (includes alcohol)

Planet Hollywood Stargazers Bar (excludes happy hour)

Rainforest Café (entrées only)

STARBUCKS

Sprinkles

The BOATHOUSE (food only)

T-REX (entrées only)

UNOde50

YeSake (food only)

*Additional offerings will be available at the following locations:

The Art Corner by Artistic Talent Group – Enjoy 10% off any art supply purchase

The Art of Disney – Specialty sketches and custom medal framing for purchase

The Art of Shaving – 20% off your purchase of $150 or more

Coca-Cola Store – Enjoy a free 24 oz. fountain beverage with a purchase of $30 or more

Disney’s Wonderful World of Memories – Medal engraving for purchase

D-Tech on Demand at Marketplace Co-Op – Free personalization with purchase of a phone case or MagicBand

Erwin Pearl – 10% off your purchase of $150 or more

Oakley – $40 off any apparel or accessories purchase of $175 or more

Orlando Harley-Davidson – Free 22oz Sports Water Bottle with purchase of $50 or more

Pepe by José Andrés – Complimentary soft serve with purchase of $9 or more

Savannah Bee Company – Complimentary royal jelly body butter packet with any purchase

Sephora – Complimentary mini facial – choose between the “Peel Perfection” or “Mask Us Anything” facial

STK Orlando – Complimentary Lil BRG slider

The Polite Pig – Complimentary chef’s appetizer with the purchase of an adult entrée

TUMI – Receive a complimentary gift with purchase of $150 or more

UGG – 30% off artist customization

Wetzel’s Pretzels – Complimentary fountain drink with purchase of two food items

Wine Bar George – Buy one glass of wine on tap and receive one free (Choice of red, white or rosé up to $9. One per person per visit, per badge and/or medal. Valid with food purchase in dining room.)

Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill – Complimentary glass of Wolfgang Puck Chardonnay or Cabernet with purchase of entrée

Wolfgang Puck Express – Free frozen yogurt with a purchase of one entrée

NOTE: Participants must show race bib or finisher’s medal to obtain discounts or offers. Some exclusions apply; see location for details. While supplies last. Offers may not be combined with other discounts or promotions. Limit one free item per race participant. All offers and discounts are subject to change without notice and valid October 31 – November 3, 2019 only.

 

 

Disney Holiday Filming Schedule Released for Walt Disney World

The dates have been announced for the taping of ABC’s and Disney Channel’s annual holiday specials featuring live performances by musical acts at Walt Disney World.

The special’s filming will be taking place November 7, 9, and 10 and similar to last year, the shoot will be taking place at both Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Magic Kingdom.

At this time, ABC has not yet revealed who is set to host the special, nor who is set to perform.

Complimentary Makeovers On October 24!

Walt Disney World salons specialize in making guests feel their best during their vacation.

In addition to being great spots to relax and unwind, these salons also offer “Character Couture Packages” where stylists transform guests’ hair, makeup, and nails into designs inspired by classic Disney characters!

To give Guests a chance to see what Disney stylists can do, Character Couture will give complimentary makeovers to a limited number of guests visiting the DisneyStyle shop (located at Disney Springs) on Thursday, October 24, from 1-9 p.m.

Magic Kingdom to Close Early October 22, 2019

The Magic Kingdom Park will host a private event on Tuesday, October 22, from 7 – 11 p.m.

As a result, Tomorrowland will close to day guests at 5:30 p.m., while the rest of the park will close at 6 p.m.

Seasonal Treats Available at Resorts

Disney Resorts are getting into the Fall Feeling with seasonal treats!

*Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

Take a trip over to Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort to dig into something sweet! Don’t miss out on the Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake topped with spiced panna cotta and cranberry compote.

*Warm Cinnamon Rolls at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

Grab your closest friends and head over to Disney’s Wilderness Lodge to experience the Warm Cinnamon Rolls at Whispering Canyon Café. Served in a skillet, these freshly baked cinnamon rolls are finished with icing, walnut bourbon maple sugar, and a sugar crisp.

*Turtle Brookie at Disney’s Pop Century Resort

While traveling through the decades at Disney’s Pop Century Resort, stop by Everything POP Shopping and Dining to enjoy the Turtle Brookie. This scrumptious offering combines two Guest favorites—a brownie and chocolate chip cookie—into one fabulous dessert: the brookie!

 

 

October 2019 Resort Activity Calendars

Magic Kingdom 2019 Holiday Show Rehearsal Schedule

As the Magic Kingdom Park gets ready for the winter season, overnight rehearsals and tests for various offerings will take place through early November. Guests staying at nearby hotels should be aware that show-level audio and lighting may be used, and pyro will be included on some nights.

Parade rehearsals are currently expected to take place on the following dates:

• October 2
• October 14
• October 30
• November 5
• November 6

Castle stage rehearsals (occasionally including pyrotechnic effects) are expected to take place

October 25 – November 1 and November 3 – November 7, while Rockettower Plaza Stage rehearsals will take place on October 16, 28, 30-31.