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This year’s festival promises lots to savor, with nearly two additional weeks of fun–plus great Passholder perks & exclusives for you!

From Aug. 29 to Oct. 14, pick up a complimentary Chef Minnie magnet. Then be sure to add the first-ever Chef Remy magnet to your collection between Oct. 15 and Nov. 23! On your fourth visit to the festival, you can also receive a complimentary Passholder Chef Minnie wooden coaster* set. Magnets and coasters available at Mouse Gear and Disney Traders.

*Must present valid annual pass and photo ID. One Chef Minnie magnet, one Chef Remy magnet and one coaster set per Passholder. Available while supplies last. Must visit designated pickup location to receive magnets and coaster set. Not responsible for any lost, stolen or damaged magnets.
Throughout the Festival:
Use your 20% Passholder discount to purchase exclusive 
festival merchandise, including tees, caps, mugs, pins and more! Also, Passholders receive a 10% discount on Eat to the Beat Concert Series dining packages.

Exclusive Passholder Gift Card Offer!
When you buy this $100 Disney Gift Card, you can also receive a $10 bonus to use at select Table-Service restaurants at Epcot®! This Passholder-exclusive gift card can only be purchased at Mouse Gear, Disney Traders, the Bridge Kiosk and Port of Entry 8/29–11/23 while supplies last. Please note that Mouse Gear opens at 9 a.m., while Disney Traders, Port of Entry and the Festival Marketplaces open at 11 a.m.

Starting August 29:  Passholders can pick up an all-new complimentary Simba magnet at Discovery Trading Company in Disney’s Animal KingdomTheme Park.

Must present valid annual pass and photo ID. One magnet per Passholder. While supplies last. Must visit designated pickup location to receive magnet. Not responsible for any lost, stolen or damaged magnets.

August 29–September 12:  Passholders can enjoy special Disney PhotoPass® opportunities, including exclusive props at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park and Epcot®.

*Must present valid annual pass and photo ID to purchase gift card. One card can be purchased per transaction. 

Universal’s Epic Universe will offer an entirely new level of experiences that will forever redefine theme park entertainment. Guests will venture beyond their wildest imagination, traveling into beloved stories and through vibrant lands on adventures where the journey is as astounding as the destination. The new location will feature a theme park, an entertainment center, hotels, shops, restaurants and more. Ultimately, this expansion will create more space and freedom to let loose and create lasting memories with the people you love.

Here’s a peek at the logo, concept art and proximity map of Universal’s Epic Universe.

Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party, the new separate-ticket party in Disney California Adventure® Park, begins Sept. 17 for 20 select nights. You will be treated to an unforgettable night of Halloween fun packed with exclusive new experiences and entertainment, including the new “World of Color” show – “Villainous!” Today, we’re pleased to share some first looks at this nighttime spectacular!

Oogie Boogie (from “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas”) weaves a Halloween tale about a young girl (and all-new character created by Disney animator Eric Goldberg) named Shelley Marie. 

In “Villainous!,” Shelley has a decision to make about her Halloween costume for this year, and finds herself wondering if she could really be as strong and unique as some of her favorite Disney villains. This twisted tale carries Shelley on an unforgettable journey through devious encounters with The Queen, Ursula, Dr. Facilier, Hades, Jafar, Maleficent and more

Enjoy watching the villainous side of Disney characters through fountains, lights, lasers, projections and special effects. “Villainous!” shows you that, deep down, there’s a little villain in all of us.

Oogie Boogie Bash, which takes the place of Mickey’s Halloween Party, will feature other new experiences – including an interactive “Descendants”-inspired dance party, a stage show with Mickey Mouse, and a mysterious Disney villains walk-through experience.  

When you visit Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park this holiday season, you will find festive new entertainment and holiday décor in every land of the park, from DinoLand, U.S.A. to Pandora – The World of Avatar. On Discovery Island at the heart of the park, the magic of the holidays will truly come to life, with incredible experiences both day and night.

It all begins when Guests cross the bridge to Discovery Island, finding themselves in the midst of a celebration of winter, hand-crafted by the eclectic community of artists who make the island their home. The village is filled with sparkling white holiday decorations. Colorful, animal-inspired luminaries line the rooftops, and wireframe lanterns in the shape of beautiful birds can be found perched throughout the area.

A holiday gathering of winter animals – realized in the form of life-size, artisan-sculpted puppets – frolics on Discovery Island during the day. Reindeer, foxes, polar bears, penguins and more interact with Guests, accompanied by serenading musicians as they create a playful atmosphere of festive fun.

As day becomes night, the rooftop luminaries and bird lanterns all around Discovery Island bring a warm and festive glow to the entire village. At the center of everything, the Tree of Life awakens with a series of wintry tales, complemented by a familiar and heartwarming holiday-inspired musical score. Between awakening moments, the Tree of Life continues to shimmer and sparkle throughout the night, alive with the magic of nature and the spirit of the holidays.

Marvel Studios Avengers: Endgame is now available on Digital HD and Movies Anywhere! To celebrate, we have a variety of bonus clips featuring Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Hemsworth, along with the cast & crew! The film arrives on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray™, DVD and On-Demand beginning August 13th.

Deleted Scene: Take a Knee

Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/zDCLVGDStGA
 

Bonus Clip: RDJ Screen Test

Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/ptBpK77-j4M

Bonus Clip: Bloopers

Youtube Link:  https://youtu.be/0aZV6rviKyM

Bonus Clip: New Version of Thor

Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/VNaT6o22kb0

One difference between the Disneyland version of Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge and it’s counterpart in Florida is the inclusion of alcohol in Batuu.

In Disneyland, alcoholic beverages are only sold inside Oga’s Cantina whereas at Walt Disney World it will feature throughout the land.

Here are two options that will be available for guests at Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo:

What do you think of these drinks? Let us know on Twitter.

That’s right! Alcoholic Blue & Green Milk is Coming to Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

The ingredients seem to be the same for both with an added mix of Bacardi Rum to the Blue Milk and Tequila to the Green Milk.

What do you guys think about these? Are you interested in trying them or not? Let us know on Twitter.

For the first time ever, three of Disney’s signature streaming services, Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu, will showcase their variety of original and exclusive content through immersive show floor pavilions, live demos, never-before-seen content, and special experiences at D23 Expo 2019 in Anaheim, California. Guests will be the first to experience Disney+ before it launches in the U.S. on November 12. They will also get to step into the world of ESPN+ Original shows with an interactive exhibit, and discover costumes and show props from Hulu’s award-winning original content and on-demand streaming library.   Disney+ Pavilion On the Expo show floor, the Disney+ Pavilion will offer guests demonstrations of the live Disney+ app as experienced across mobile and connected TV devices, showcasing the unprecedented collection of entertainment from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and more. Guests will also see costumes and props from Disney+ Originals and have the opportunity to subscribe to the service with a special offer available exclusively to Expo attendees and D23 Members.   Off of the show floor, Disney+ will make its debut appearance in the 6,800-seat Hall D23 and D23 Expo Arena venues:   Disney+ First Look Showcase Friday, August 23, 3:30 p.m., Hall D23 Fans won’t want to miss this exclusive preview of Disney+ and its exciting slate of original films and series from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and more. Yvette Nicole Brown (Lady and the Tramp, Elena of Avalor) will host this star-studded presentation packed with never-before-seen content, surprise guests, performances, and reveals, including a first look at Lady and the Tramp, The Mandalorian, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, and many more.   High School Musical: The Musical: The Series Sneak Peek Screening and Panel  Friday, August 23, 5:30 p.m., D23 Arena Before the global phenomenon returns in a brand-new series on Disney+, Expo guests are invited to a special advance screening of the first episode and panel with the talented new cast on the arena stage.   ESPN+ Pavilion At the ESPN+ Pavilion guests will have the opportunity to see and connect with exciting original content, with two interactive exhibits dedicated to new programs making their ESPN+ debut this summer, Peyton’s Places (with five-time NFL MVP Peyton Manning) and SneakerCenter.   Peyton’s Places: Peyton’s Places is a 30-episode documentary series hosted by Peyton Manning, exclusively on ESPN+. Produced by ESPN+ and NFL Films, the series offers a fun, insightful tour through 100 years of football, following the sport and the league’s rise to an American cultural touchstone. For nearly a year, Manning has crisscrossed the country, visiting the people and places that have played an important part in the making of the NFL—highlighting memorable events, teams, players, and trends over the past century. Peyton’s Places begins streaming on ESPN+ in late July.   SneakerCenter: SneakerCenter is a series devoted to sneaker culture across sports, entertainment, and more. Told by the star athletes, artists, enthusiasts, and brands powering the global sneaker marketplace, each episode of SneakerCenter will be anchored by a unique narrative, supported by a rotating set of “mixtape-style” segments that take fans deep into every aspect of the sneaker movement. Directed by award-winning filmmaker and acclaimed author Bobbito García, a special preview episode featuring NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo is streaming now, with the full series premiering in the fall.   Hulu Pavilion The Hulu Pavilion will be home to more than 20 iconic costumes and artifacts, including the famous red robe worn by the likes of Elisabeth Moss in The Handmaid’s Tale, paintings featured in season one of Castle Rock, and George Clooney’s Catch-22 costume. In addition to costumes, visitors to the interactive exhibit will be able to get a close look at show props from upcoming Hulu Originals like Little Fires Everywhere and select shows found in Hulu’s streaming library, such as The Good Doctor, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, and The Goldbergs.   Disney+ Pavilion Stage Programming Additionally, the Disney+ Pavilion Stage will host three full days of panels, highlighting the service’s diverse originals and its collection of beloved movies and shows, along with special ESPN+ panel programming.   The tentative schedule is as follows with times subject to change:   Friday, August 23 10 a.m.            ESPN+ Presents Peyton’s Places Special Screening and NFL 100th Anniversary Trivia   12 p.m.            Walt Disney Animation Studios Panel with Eric Goldberg and Mark Henn   12:30 p.m.       The World According to Jeff Goldblum Q&A with Jeff Goldblum   1:15 p.m.         Phineas and Ferb Conversation with Dan Povenmire and Jeff “Swampy” Marsh   Saturday, August 24 10 a.m.            ESPN+ Presents SneakerCenter Panel moderated by show director Bobbito Garcia   11 p.m.            ESPN+ Presents SneakerCenter Demonstration by Mr. Cartoon   12 p.m.            Stargirl Performance and Panel   1 p.m.              The Simpsons Trivia with Yeardley Smith   1:15 p.m.         Marvel’s Hero Project Panel with Sana Amanat, Sarah Amos and Stephen Wacker   2:30 p.m.         Forky Asks a Question and Lamp Life Creative Panel with Val LaPointe, Bob Peterson, Mark Nielsen, and Marc Sondheimer   3 p.m.              Secret Society of Second Born Royals Q&A with Peyton Elizabeth Lee and Skylar Astin   Sunday, August 25 10:45 a.m.       Prop Culture Movie Prop Showcase and Q&A with Dan Lanigan, Jason Henry, Tony Swatton, and Fon Davis   11:15 a.m.       Be Our Chef Games with Angela Kinsey   12 p.m.            Monsters At Work Behind-the-Scenes Presentation with Bobs Gannaway and Ferrell Barron   12:45 p.m.       The Imagineering Story Conversation with Leslie Iwerks and Bob Weis   1:15 p.m.         Short Circuit Creative Panel   3:30 p.m.         Pixar’s SparkShorts Screening   5 p.m.              ESPN+ Hosted DJ Wrap   Single-day tickets for Friday and Sunday of D23 Expo 2019 are available for $89 for one-day adult admission and $69 for children 3–9. Gold Members of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club can purchase tickets for $79 for a one-day adult admission and $59 for children 3–9. Single-day Saturday tickets and three-day passes are sold out. For more information on tickets and D23 Expo 2019, visit D23Expo.com.   About D23 Expo 2019  D23 Expo—The Ultimate Disney Fan Event—brings together all the worlds of Disney under one roof for three packed days of presentations, pavilions, experiences, concerts, sneak peeks, shopping, and more. The event provides fans with unprecedented access to Disney films, television, games, theme parks, and celebrities. For the latest D23 Expo 2019 news, visit D23expo.com. Presentations, talent, and schedule subject to change. To join the D23 Expo conversation, be sure to follow DisneyD23 on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, and use the hashtag #D23Expo.   About D23  The name “D23” pays homage to the exciting journey that began in 1923 when Walt Disney opened his first studio in Hollywood. D23 is the first official club for fans in Disney’s 90-plus-year history. It gives its members a greater connection to the entire world of Disney by placing them in the middle of the magic through its quarterly publication, Disney twenty-three; a rich website at D23.com with members-only content; member-exclusive discounts; and special events for D23 Members throughout the year.   Fans can join D23 at Gold Membership ($99.99), Gold Family Membership ($129.99), and General Membership (complimentary) levels at D23.com. To keep up with all the latest D23 news and events, follow DisneyD23 on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Marvel Studios’ “Avengers: Endgame,” the climactic conclusion to an unprecedented, 11-year cinematic journey in which the Avengers take one final stand against Thanos, delivered the biggest opening weekend in history and is currently one of the highest-grossing films of all time. On July 30, Avengers fans around the world are invited to assemble once more for the in-home release of “Avengers: Endgame” on Digital in HD, 4K Ultra HD™ and Movies Anywhere, followed by a physical release on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray™, DVD and On-Demand beginning Aug. 13.

Fans who bring home “Avengers: Endgame” will gain hours of additional screen time with their favorite cast members and filmmakers who have shaped the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Bonus features include a tribute to the great Stan Lee; the tale of Robert Downey Jr.’s casting as Iron Man; the evolution of Captain America; Black Widow’s dramatic story arc; directors Anthony and Joe Russo’s experience at the helm of both “Avengers: Infinity War” and “Avengers: Endgame”; the making of an epic battle scene with the women of the MCU; the creation of Bro Thor; deleted scenes; a gag reel and more.

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By: Disney DestinationsJuly 30, 2019

Over the past couple of years, the Downtown Disney® District at the Disneyland® Resort has undergone an incredible transformation with new additions, refurbishments, and more. With all of these exciting changes, here’s a look at all of the new and existing restaurants you can find throughout the shopping, dining, and entertainment district. With so much to choose from, they’ll never go hungry when spending an afternoon in Anaheim! 

NEW DINING LOCATIONS

Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes and CrazyShake Window by Black Tap

Guests can take a bite out of a mouthwatering burger or sip on one of the restaurant’s famous CrazyShake milkshakes at Black Tap Craft Burgers and Shakes. With an atmosphere that will bring them back to the old-school days of hip-hop and pop, this brand-new bistro offers a savory selection of craft burgers as well as chicken sandwiches, wings, salads, vegan burgers, and veggies. In addition, you can go to town on one of their signature, whimsical, over-the-top milkshakes stacked with cake, cookies, and retro candies rolled in frosting! And for those just interested in the milkshakes, the CrazyShake Window located just outside the main entrance!

Ballast Point Brewing Co.

This new family-friendly brewery and kitchen features craft beer and a full menu of locally-inspired cuisine including Duck Confit Nachos, Baja-style Fish Tacos, and the Smokey Blue Burger featuring an 8 oz. Kobe and Chuck Blend patty with blue cheese, Applewood-smoked bacon, BBQ sauce, pickles, and crispy onions on a brioche bun. You can pair their meal with hand-crafted drafts ranging from crisp and bright lagers to award-winning IPAs. The restaurant is also located on the second floor and features a patio offering amazing views of the Downtown Disney District.

Naples Ristorante e Bar and Napolini Pizzeria

You can celebrate the charm, cuisine, and spirit of southern Italy at these classic Neapolitan eateries. Offering a second floor patio with sweeping views as well as a two-story dining room and an outdoor bar, they’ll feel inspired by the whimsical décor, open-air kitchen, and impressive wine cellar.  Whether you are sitting down for a meal filled with bold and satisfying Italian flavors or eating on-the-go with a make-your-own pizza, these two new restaurants are great options for anyone! 

Salt & Straw

You can discover taste-provoking ice cream at this family-run scoop shop! Here they’ll find handmade ice cream featuring small-batch flavors created with local, organic, and sustainable ingredients. Each month, Guests can also indulge in new limited-time specials showcasing flavors rooted in seasonality. 

Splitsville Luxury Lanes

You can grab a bite and bowling ball at this rock-and-rollin’ restaurant. This eclectic eatery fuses modern and retro elements for a fresh spin on food, music, and entertainment. From burgers and fries to sushi, pizzas, and more, they’ll find a wide variety of delicious items on the menu. You can dine tableside or chow down at one of the 20 bowling lanes available and on select nights, take in the sounds of live music while enjoying a great bar and patio seating. 

OTHER FAVORITE DINING LOCATIONS

Catal Restaurant

This relaxed and elegant restaurant sits at the center of the Downtown Disney District and features gourmet cuisine with homespun hospitality.

Earl of Sandwich

Inspired by a 250-year legacy of sandwich-making, here you will find an array of unique and delicious specialty sandwiches perfected by the inventor’s own family as well as salads, desserts, and more! 

Jamba Juice

You can refuel here with refreshing and revitalizing smoothies made with fresh fruits and veggies. 

La Brea Bakery Café and La Brea Bakery Express

If you love freshly-baked bread, they’ll love these popular locations! They can enjoy the craftsman-style café with artisanal sandwiches, fresh baked goods, healthful salads, and fresh California cuisine or try some fresh fare on-the-go from the express kitchen. Guests can even find a full breakfast menu here!

Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen and Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen Express

Here you can dine on delicious fresh seafood and Cajun-Creole cuisine made with flavorful ingredients and a proud family tradition of southern hospitality direct from Louisiana. And of course, it wouldn’t be a true New Orleans-style restaurant without beignets! 

Sprinkles Cupcakes

If you love cupcakes then they’ll love Sprinkles! Here they can try an irresistible variety of hand-crafted gourmet cupcakes, seasonal specialties and decadent cookie creations. 

Tortilla Jo’s and Taqueria at Tortilla Jo’s

Guests can savor south-of-the-border specialties in a vibrant setting with items like made-to-order guacamole, tacos, burritos, tamales, fajitas, and more. The Taqueria also features make-your-own tacos, bowls, burritos and more! 

Uva Bar

This swanky outdoor bar is a great place to sit back and relax while savoring Spanish-style tapas, entrées, craft beers, and signature cocktails. 

Wetzel’s Pretzels

Pretzel lovers won’t want to miss out on these freshly-baked pretzels with tasty dips, cheesy dog bites, pizza bits, and fresh-squeezed lemonade!

For more information, please call 714 781-DINE (714 781-3463).