And now Mulan has a release date. That was the big news yesterday afternoon as the Mouse House announced that their live-action remake/adaptation of Mulan would be debuting in theaters on Nov. 2, 2018.
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Last Chance to see Main Street Electrical Parade at Walt Disney World before it ‘Glows Away’ Oct. 9
An enduring Disney Parks classic, the Main Street Electrical Parade, will take its shimmering farewell trip through Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World in Florida on Oct. 9, 2016.
Since making its Florida premiere in 1977, the parade has become one of the most beloved entertainment spectacles anywhere. Watching the Main Street Electrical Parade has to become a rite of passage with parents and grandparents eager to share the nostalgic experience with their children. Families will have one more chance to see the parade and share this special memory, on select nights, before it departs.
The vibrant parade, a perennial favorite with Disney guests, will next travel cross-country to Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif., for a limited engagement beginning early next year.
Brought to light in the early 1970s, the original Main Street Electrical Parade helped establish a Disney Parks reputation for innovative, trend-setting live entertainment. As lights go down along the parade route, the parade brings a variety of beloved Disney animated feature films to life through three-dimensional floats covered with approximately half a million colorful LED twinkling lights. The parade’s iconic musical theme, the electrically synthesized “Baroque Hoedown,” is interwoven with favorite Disney themes. It all adds to the unique upbeat excitement of the procession.
Some of the parade’s most impressive scenes are the 23-foot-tall Clock Tower over Cinderella’s Ball, complete with elegant ballroom dancers in light-covered costumes; the smoke-breathing, tail-wagging Pete’s Dragon; and the 108-foot-long red, white and blue flag finale. Other characters who make appearances include Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, Alice in Wonderland, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs and, of course, Mickey Mouse.
The Main Street Electrical parade at Walt Disney World Resort will not appear during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party nights. Walt Disney World guests interested in seeing the parade before it departs on Oct. 9 can check for the latest parade dates and times on WaltDisneyWorld.com or in the My Disney Experience app.
EXPERIENCE KA WA’A – A LŪ’AU AT AULANI, A DISNEY RESORT & SPA
Beginning November 2016, you can enjoy an exhilarating and enchanting cultural journey celebrating the legends, people and natural wonders of Hawai’i during KA WA’A – A Lū’au at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa. It’s an unforgettable evening of family entertainment as only Disney can offer.
The festivities begin on Hālāwai Lawn with pre-show activities. Then, you can get ready for a full evening of song, dance and storytelling as they enjoy a lavish Hawaiian feast. The buffet dinner includes a carving station with suckling pig and prime rib, fresh local seafood, authentic island fare and enticing Asian specialties, plus family-friendly offerings, kids’ selections and a decadent dessert bar.
KA WA’A Lū’au is currently available only to Guests of Aulani. Performances are held on select nights, weather permitting. Seating will be assigned upon arrival. The experience lasts approximately 3 hours.
The price for general seating is $119 for adults and $79 for children (ages 3-9). The price for VIP seating is $159 for adults and $109 for children (ages 3-9). VIP seating includes early seating at 5 p.m. General seating begins at 5:15 p.m. The prices include gratuity. Cancellations must be made 48 hours in advance. Reservations can be made by calling 808-674-6850 from 12 pm.-8 p.m HST daily.
Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings & Honeymoons Celebrates 25 Years of Making Dreams Come True
Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings & Honeymoons, the global brand synonymous with creating wedding and honeymoon dreams come to life, is celebrating its 25th anniversary during a 12-month celebration.
Since 1991, the expert team at Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings & Honeymoons has helped to create and execute fantasy engagements, weddings and honeymoons, delivering everything couples may dream about for an unforgettable event. Couples may choose from a variety of magical settings and destinations around the world, including theme parks, breathtaking beaches and grand ballrooms.
In honor of 25 years of making couples’ dreams come true, enchanting new products, experiences and fashion will roll out as part of this yearlong celebration, including:
- A new wedding experience that offers the ultimate fairy tale come true – an after-hours wedding in Magic Kingdom Park. This exclusive experience allows couples to wed in a private ceremony at Cinderella Castle, followed by an enchanted reception filled with dancing and world-class entertainment. This customized evening affair is the latest addition to the Wishes Collection.
- All-new princess wedding gowns inspired by the unique styles of Mulan and Pocahontas. The arrival of the new dresses will mark the first time brides everywhere will have the chance to wed in attire inspired by any of the 11 Disney princesses.
- Two anniversary collection bridal gowns adorned with glittering crystals, recently announced at bridal fashion week, draw inspiration from two of Disney’s most iconic princesses, Cinderella and Belle.
- New custom tiaras, designed exclusively for Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings in celebration of 25 years of fairy tales, were created by the Enchanted Disney Fine Jewelry Collection. The design of these two headpieces mirrors the look and style of the matching Belle- and Cinderella-themed dresses.
“At Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings & Honeymoons we’ve helped make countless couples’ dreams come true,” said Korri McFann, Marketing Director for Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings & Honeymoons. “As we celebrate 25 years of love, magic and happily ever after, we wanted to craft new offerings that would help make this our most enchanted year to date. From wearing a dress fit for a princess to walking down the aisle culminating in a beautifully lit castle of dreams, we’ve found more ways than ever before to make fantasy a reality.”
Walt Disney World Tropical Weather Update
Based on the most recent forecasts for Hurricane Matthew, Walt Disney World theme parks, water parks, Disney Springs, miniature golf courses and ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex will remain closed through Friday, Oct. 7. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom Theme Park is also canceled for tonight.
Star Wars Land Update: How Stormtrooper Battle Escape Will Be Different From Every Other Ride
As construction on Star Wars Land has gone vertical in Anaheim, we are beginning to learn more information about Disneyland’s upcoming immersive spaceport experience. The ride queues for the land’s two E-ticket attractions will feel less like a long line and more like a storytelling experience that brings park visitors through many different environments.
RADIATOR SPRINGS: A HAPPY PLACE BY SAM ALLEN
As seen in Disney•Pixar’s “Cars” films, Radiator Springs is a happy place with friendly residents ready to help out anyone driving through town.
Watch – Magic Kingdom B-Roll: 45th Anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort
Walt Disney World Resort marked its 45th anniversary Saturday, Oct. 1, 2016, with a flurry of 45 beloved Disney characters in a colorful fanfare at Magic Kingdom Park. The celebration hit a high note with a special live arrangement of “When You Wish Upon a Star,” underscored by a burst of pyro magic and colorful streamers shot high above the Kingdom.
After Hours At Disney Parks’ ENCHANTED TIKI ROOM
Disney Parks’ iconic pseudo-Polynesian animatronic attraction the Enchanted Tiki Room is getting new life – and a back-story – in a new comic book title from Marvel’s Disney Kingdoms line.
SAVE UP TO 25% ON ROOMS AT SELECT WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT HOTELS THIS WINTER
Our Clients can save up to 25%* on rooms at select Walt Disney World® Resort hotels for stays most nights Dec. 15 – 23, 2016 and Jan. 1 – April 8, 2017 when they book Oct. 3 – Dec. 21, 2016.
Booking Window:
Oct. 3 – Dec. 21, 2016
Travel Window:
Dec. 15 – 23, 2016 and Jan. 1 – April 8, 2017
Full List of Disney Resort Hotel Exclusions:
Campsites, 3-bedroom villas, The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Villas and Bungalows, Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort – The Little Mermaid Standard Rooms. Additional exclusion for Dec. 15 – 23, 2016 only: Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter.
Contact Travel Agents, Scott and Becky Donahue, of Wish Upon a Star With Us to plan and book your vacation.
