90-plus performers in vibrant costumes will soon bring the “Magic Happens” parade to life when it debuts in Disneyland® Park on Feb. 28. This all-new daytime spectacular celebrates moments of magic that are at the heart of so many Disney stories.
Drawing inspiration from modern fashion runways and adding a uniquely Disney flair, these pieces are on the cutting edge of design and technology. Our creative costume team gave us a tour as the team was fitting, stitching and fabricating a few of these elaborate creations. Check out the video below for this behind-the-scenes peek:
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The Disney Parks Merchandise Team is now offering MADE—a new and expanded way to customize and create your own Disney merchandise. With MADE, guests will now be able to create customized apparel, including short and long-sleeved T-shirts, (even Disney Springs designs) from a library of Disney art to celebrate everything from family vacations, birthdays, seasonal holidays and more. (Don’t worry, guests will still be able to customize phone cases, MagicBands, magnets, and commemorative bricks as well.) Purchases are ready for pick-up in just a few hours or conveniently delivered to a Disney resort or shipped home.
Guests will start to see this new brand transitioning at current D-Tech on Demand locations inside our retail stores including:
Magic Kingdom Park – Tomorrowland Light & Power Co.*, Frontierland Trading Post, and Curtain Call Collectables
Disney’s Hollywood Studios – Star Wars Launch Bay and Celebrity 5 & 10 Shop
Disney Springs – Marketplace Co-Op* and NBA Experience
Disneyland Resort – Star Wars Launch Bay and Star Traders
(*At this time, customized apparel options are available exclusively at Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. and Marketplace Co-Op.)
New designs and art will be continually added to the MADE experience throughout the year.
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Join us at the Epcot® International Flower & Garden Festival and get your Donald Duck with Spike the Bee magnet (available 3/4–4/19) and Orange Bird magnet (available 4/20–6/1)—complimentary Passholder exclusives available at Mouse Gear. Plus use your 20% discount on exclusive Passholder apparel and merchandise to add to your collection.One Donald Duck magnet and one Orange Bird magnet per Passholder. Available while supplies last. Must visit Mouse Gear and must present your valid annual pass and photo ID to receive the magnets. Not responsible for any lost, stolen or damaged magnets.
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The time has come to celebrate American barbecue at the NOW OPEN Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue hosted by Coca-Cola at EPCOT®! In the heart of The American Adventure pavilion, a glorious restaurant named after the regal-est eagle, Sam the Eagle of The Muppets, joins our ever-growing collection of dining establishments around World Showcase.
This distinctly patriotic fast-casual restaurant has won the honor of hosting “Sam’s Centennial Cook-Off: A Salute to All Cook-Offs but Mostly Barbecue,” a competition fit for all patriots and pit masters. The contest brings a variety of classic backyard barbecue selections from across the country together to battle it out for Sam’s top award.
On the menu are BBQ dishes such as Kansas City smoked chicken, Memphis dry-rub pork ribs, North Carolina chopped smoked pork butt, and a Texas beef brisket sandwich. If you are those looking for a lighter option, the Power Greens Salad is a great choice, too, with fresh citrus fruit, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, and radishes drizzled with a fresh citrus vinaigrette and topped with chilled pulled chicken. There is also a delicious plant-based BBQ Jackfruit Burger served on garlic toast.
Outside, the outdoor bar and patio is a great place for you to sit back and enjoy a selection of all-American beverages, too! The drink menu features craft brews and ciders from across the country on draft as well as wines from the west coast, Coca-Cola fountain beverages, and specialty regional cocktails like the Tennessee Lemonade with whiskey and peach or the non-alcoholic Berry Punch with white grape juice, strawberry, peach, and blackberry.
In addition, at a nearby merchandise cart, you will be able to browse a selection of exclusive merchandise featuring none other than Sam the Eagle. Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue is NOW OPEN at EPCOT! You are welcome to come on down and celebrate the art of American BBQ.
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As the new “TRON Lightcycle Run” motorbike roller coaster readies to open at the Magic Kingdom later this year (or early next year), the rest of Tomorrowland is in the midst of a multi-year update that may be far larger than most fans had previously realized.
In Disney and Pixar’s original adventure, “Onward,” teenage elf brothers Ian and Barley Lightfoot embark on an extraordinary quest after being given the chance to spend one more day with their late father. And soon, they’ll be making another epic journey…to meet you!
On March 5, Ian and Barley will make their Disney Parks debut as part of the Disneyland After Dark: Pixar Nite special event, and beginning the next day – the same day “Onward” hits theaters – you will be able to meet them daily at Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure® Park.
Set in a suburban fantasy world, “Onward” introduces us to Ian Lightfoot, a 16-year-old elf who yearns for the father he lost before he was born. Ian is sweet and determined with the best of intentions, but his lack of confidence and nervous energy trips him up more often than not. Ian is convinced that if only he had his father’s guidance, his life wouldn’t be so complicated and messy.
Ian’s older brother Barley Lightfoot is a big, boisterous 19-year-old elf who loves magic and immerses himself in fantasy role-playing games. He’s a free spirit who may be slightly more passionate about the past than the present. When their late father inadvertently sends Barley and Ian on an epic quest together – one highlighted by mystery and magic – Barley fires up his beloved and mostly dependable van Guinevere and never looks back.
Disney and Pixar’s “Onward” releases in U.S. theaters on March 6, 2020, so make plans to see the movie and then head to Disney Parks to say “Hail, fellows!” to Ian and Barley! First, be sure to check out the latest products inspired by the film, available now on the Shop Disney website and at Disney Parks around the world.
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With Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge now fully open, and the opening of Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railroad attraction just weeks away, the future of Disney’s Hollywood Studios still has very little actually confirmed by Disney.
Big news from Walt Disney World Resort – Cinderella Castle is about to get even more magical!
Just like how Cinderella herself transformed into a princess when the animated classic was released 70 years ago this week, her namesake castle at the heart of Walt Disney World Resort will soon be made over with bold, shimmering and regal enhancements befitting the park so many hold so near and dear to their hearts. We are so excited to also share this beautiful concept image with you which shows the castle featuring a brand-new color scheme created by Walt Disney Imagineering for Cinderella Castle.
Above is an incredible concept image of what the newly enhanced Cinderella Castle will look like when work is completed.
Starting today and continuing through summer, you may notice this exciting work taking place as these stunning enhancements begin. But don’t worry! They’ll still get to catch all of our castle favorites like Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire and Happily Ever After.
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