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Downtown Disney Marketplace Bus Queue Lines – Photos
With the closure of the Westisde bus stop at Downtown Disney, the amount of people at the Marketplace bus stop is increasing. We think the queue lines were always needed, but it has made the area much more orderly.
Here are some photos of the queue lines early in the morning before the crowds.
The area just for All-Star Resorts!!
Photos of Saratoga Springs Resort Bridge to Downtown Disney
Take a look at the latest photos from the construction of the bridge from Saratoga Springs Resort to Downtown Disney.
Downtown Disney Construction – Photo Update: July 2014
Take a look at some of the ongoing construction as Downtown Disney Transforms into Disney Springs.
Video – Tour the Marketplace Co-Op in Downtown Disney Marketplace
A few weeks ago, Disney officially opened the doors to the Marketplace Co-Op, the newest retail location in Downtown Disney Marketplace at Walt Disney World Resort. This flexible space location will be a testing ground for new retail shop concepts, products and guest experiences.
Updated Construction Photo at Downtown Disney
take a look at the construction going on at Downtown Disney as the transformation to Disney Springs continues.
Photo: Katie Gilarde
Summer Fun Sizzles at Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort
Summer is in full swing at the Disneyland® Resort with the Downtown Disney® District Summer Celebration. From music and food to sports and shopping, there’s something for everyone!
The summer fun begins with “Dole Days of Summer” Hawaiian Night. This evening event features Hawaiian-themed entertainment in the Paradise Plaza. Plus, in partnership with Dole, Downtown Disney District dining locations will offer fresh, new menu items – including a Pineapple Mojito at Tortilla Jo’s, Mango Chicken Salad at La Break Bakery and Banana Split Dazzler at Haagen-Dazs. “Dole Days of Summer” Hawaiian Night will take place on Friday evenings now through mid-July, with the exception of July 4, 2014.
Downtown Disney District is the perfect place to celebrate Father’s Day weekend, June 14-15, 2014. Dads and kids can spend quality time together at RIDEMAKERZ where they can build one ride and have extra fun creating a second ride for free with freewheel street chassis, stock rims and stock tires.
From June 12-July 13, 2014, soccer fans can catch all the World Cup action at ESPN Zone where a special breakfast menu is offered during morning games. Plus, fans can stock up on all their World Cup merchandise including team jerseys, vintage soccer t-shirts and ESPN soccer scarves.
As soccer ends, sports fans can turn their attention to a beach volleyball exhibition and tournament hosted at Downtown Disney District, July 16-20, 2014. Pro sand volleyball legends will be on hand for this exciting event.
And, special additions to the Saturday outdoor entertainment at Downtown Disney District round out the summer fun, including:
- July 26 – DJ Wendy spins beach and surf tunes
- Aug. 2 – Catch a Wave (surf beach band)
- Aug. 9 – Ele (Latin band)
- Aug. 16 – Island Reggae (steel drum band)
Marketplace Co-Op Opens at Downtown Disney
The Marketplace Co-Op is now open at Downtown Disney® Marketplace at the Walt Disney World® Resort.
This new merchandise location features a variety of unique, authentic and original items developed especially for Disney Parks. Guests can browse through six different boutiques within the Marketplace Co-Op, including:
- Beautifully Disney – Make-up, fragrances and beauty accessories
- Cherry Tree Lane – Accessories for the sophisticated woman, including scarves, bags and jewelry
- D-Tech on Demand – Personalized and customizable electronic accessories
- The Trophy Room – Vintage-inspired sports apparel and collectibles
- Disney Centerpiece – Housewares with a touch of Disney
- Zoey and Pickles – Latest trends in fashion and glamour for young girls
Video – Downtown Disney – Car Masters Weekend
Car Masters Weekend, now in its fourth year, is the perfect way to celebrate Father’s Day as Downtown Disney hosts a classic car show with a modern twist June 14-15, 2014. Featuring all things “Cars,” the event also showcases celebrity appearances, interactive exhibits, unique event merchandise and exciting entertainment for the whole family.
The event will take place at Downtown Disney West Side from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. For more information, visit DisneyCarEvent.com.
High-Octane Fun Rolls into Downtown Disney for Car Masters Weekend June 14-15
Father’s Day fun kicks into high gear at Walt Disney World Resort as Downtown Disney hosts Car Masters Weekend June 14-15, 2014. Showcasing a classic car show with a modern twist, Car Masters Weekend features all things “Cars” plus special celebrity appearances, interactive exhibits, unique event merchandise and exciting entertainment for the whole family.
Downtown Disney West Side guests can cruise past more than 100 classic, muscle and exotic vehicles from across the country at the Downtown Disney Car Show presented by Meguiar’s. Fans also can judge their favorites along with the experts, culminating in an award ceremony Sunday. Joining in the “Cars” fun, Richard Petty Driving Experience at Walt Disney World Speedway will be unveiling two new full-size custom character cars, created by Disney•Pixar “Cars” creative director Jay Ward. The #28 Aiken Axler and #80 Sage VanDerSpin cars will be used in the new Piston Cup Junior Ride-Along program, available for bookings beginning June 14. Disney•Pixar “Cars” and “Cars 2″ characters Lightning McQueen, Mater and Finn McMissle also will be stopping by the event for meet and greets.
Revving up the fun, Ward and legendary automotive designer Chip Foose will host celebrity chat shows on the Event Expo Stage throughout the weekend. Foose, who contributed to the design of Ramone in the “Cars” film, also will have a Foose Design Vehicle on display and will be on-hand for autograph sessions with the purchase of Chip Foose-designed event merchandise.
Soaring above the world of “Cars,” Disney•Pixar “Planes: Fire and Rescue” is making a landing at Downtown Disney for this special weekend before opening in theatres July 18. “Planes: Fire and Rescue” filmmakers Roberts “Bobs” Gannaway and Ferrell Barron will be making special appearances in the Car Masters Expo for chat shows and autograph sessions. Fire safety activities and a fire truck from Reedy Creek Improvement District will accompany carnival booth-styled games to round out the fire and rescue-themed fun.
Guests also can race over to the Chevrolet Performance Mobile Tour throughout the weekend for photos inside one-of-a-kind vehicles and some of Chevrolet’s exciting new vehicles including the Corvette Stingray Coupe, Camaro ZL1 Coupe and Volt.
Additional fun-fueled Car Masters elements include: exotic vehicles and stock cars on display from the Richard Petty Driving Experience at Walt Disney World Speedway; demonstrations on car care and complimentary samples from Meguiar’s; an opportunity to play the new Disney Infinity 2.0; specialty event merchandise; food and beverage from popular dining locations and the Downtown Disney food trucks; Disney•Pixar “Cars” topiaries; performances by Duncan Yo-Yo Professionals and National Yo-Yo Champions; and DJ’s spinning classic-car tunes from the ’50′s and ’60′s. In addition, fans can purchase tickets for an all-day “Cars” and “Cars 2″ movie marathon at AMC Downtown Disney 24.
The event will take place at Downtown Disney West Side from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. For more information, visit DisneyCarEvent.com.
