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The heartbeat of Black Spire Outpost, Oga’s Cantina is a place where even the blaster-bolt scorches on the walls tell a story. You can gather to share your own tales from around the galaxy as they enjoy exotic beverages served in unique vessels and listen to spirited musical entertainment from DJ R-3X, the former droid pilot from Star Tours. Whether sidling up to the cantina’s counter or sliding into one of the establishment’s back booths, this is the best place to catch up on local gossip, make a new friend or form a new alliance.

For the adults, the Fuzzy Tauntaun is a mix of peach vodka, peach schnapps, orange juice and tangerine, and pure cane sugar that topped off with a dab of “buzz button tingling” foam. And yes, you can let you know, it will make your lips tingle! The Jedi Mind Trick is another guest favorite. This drink fuses fruit flavors of grapefruit, white grape juice, lime juice.

The kids can try Jabba Juice, which is captured fresh from a creature that inhabits Oga’s daily (that tastes like Simply Orange with pineapple, kiwi, and cantaloupe). It’s topped with blueberry popping pearls. Another must-have for guests of all ages is a Blue Bantha, that’s the land’s Blue Milk served chilled with bantha-inspired vanilla-butter sugar cookie on top. Yum!

When Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opened last year, people couldn’t stop talking about all the weird and wonderful food offered at the land. Sure, rides are exciting and all, but we’re talking about things like Ronto Wraps and Oi-Oi Puffs here! At the top of the food chain (lol) we have Blue and Green Milk drinks, as guzzled by Luke Skywalker in the movies.

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When choosing the right snack at a Disney park, every family has a different answer.

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“Magic Happens,” the new, daytime parade will debut in Disneyland Park® on Feb. 28 for you to enjoy. Before the first float rolls out onto Main Street, U.S.A., get a little glimpse at how the creative team designed the stunning floats that will help to bring these magical stories to life.

Senior Art Director Scott Shaffer recently gave a workshop tour as they were creating some of the nine newly designed floats. As seen in the video below, the floats are in various stages of production. From the almost complete “The Sword in the Stone” unit to the beginning stages of the “Sleeping Beauty” finale, it’s awe-inspiring to see these innovative, moving works of art coming together.

With the opening of two heavily hyped Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge lands, the Force continues to be strong at Mickey’s theme parks on both coasts. The Dec. 5 debut of Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, part of Walt Disney World in Florida, rounded out the initial phase of the revolutionary land in grand style.

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Disney’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge park is now selling space sporks for $11, despite the utensils being free of charge when the park opened.

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Although the Fastpass+ system has changed a lot at both Disney World and Disneyland over the years, Fastpasses are still a great value for both theme parks and a cool way to make sure you and your family can get on a few major rides with only a short wait.

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It’s almost the tastiest time of year for foodies as the Disney California Adventure® Food & Wine Festival returns to the Disneyland Resort®! From Feb. 28 to April 21, you can enjoy the California-inspired festival with a classic Disney twist. They will get to experience specialty eats and sips, culinary experiences and entertainment that will satisfy any palate.

This year, the Festival Marketplace will welcome back some favorite marketplaces, such as Avocado Time and Cluck-A-Doodle-Moo. The best way for you to enjoy all of the marketplaces is to purchase the popular Sip and Savor Pass, which includes eight opportunities to try all of their favorite and new palate discoveries! Over at Sonoma Terrace, they can enjoy a new limited-time expanded wine and beer menu under the relaxing shade. The festival continues at the Paradise Gardens Bandstand and Palisades Stage with live music.

You will want to make sure they experience “Jammin’ Chefs,” where their favorite Disney characters join in on some cooking themed musical fun.

Over at the Hollywood Backlot Stage, they can learn how to add some sizzle into their kitchen as Disney and celebrity chefs share their secrets and tips to preparing their favorite dishes during cooking demonstrations. On select days, you can even join Chef Daniella Malfitano for a special demonstration dedicated to family-friendly cooking.   

If the kids want to take control in the kitchen, they can with Chef Goofy at Jr. Chef. On select days, kids can create their own treats with the supervision of Chef Goofy at the Hollywood Backlot Stage. Additionally, make sure they stop by the craft stations throughout the festival! 

The excitement continues with new signature events that take the culinary storytelling experience to new temperatures. Reservations fill quickly, so make sure you claim their spot today! Take a look at this years experiences below:

NEW! Disney Culinary Adventure Tour – On Wednesdays and Thursdays during the festival, you have the opportunity to take a behind-the-scenes tour of one of the many kitchens in Disney California Adventure Park. They’ll learn from guest chefs as they prepare menus and see how the festival comes to life! 

Winemaker Reception – You can indulge their senses with exquisite food and wine pairings as a professional winemaker explains the grandeur of their experience at Carthay Circle Restaurant.  

• Enjoy the tasting of Skywalker Vineyards on Mar. 20 
• Enjoy the tasting of Fess Parker Winery on Mar. 27 
• Enjoy the tasting of Silverado Vineyard on Apr. 10 

Winemaker Dinner – You can embark on an unforgettable 5-course meal and wine pairing at Steakhouse 55 while learning from their very own vintner on March 18. 

Wine, Beer & Spirits Seminars – On Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays during the festival, you can visit Sonoma Terrace to partake in wine, beer and spirits seminars. They’ll learn from winemakers, brewmasters and distillers as they quench their thirst and learn what goes into making their favorite sips. 

There is so much for you to enjoy at the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival this year. From California-inspired tastes and sips to the indulgent Winemaker Dinner, there is something for everybody!

For events taking place in Disney California Adventure Park, valid theme park admission is required. Additional fees and advanced reservations for seminars, demonstrations and events may be required, and space at the events is limited. Full payment is due at time of booking, and there are no cancellations, exchanges or refunds. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to consume alcohol and to participate in some events; valid photo ID required. Subject to restrictions and change or cancellation without notice.

By: Disney DestinationsJanuary 24, 2020

This year, the popular Disney on Broadway Concert Series returned to the 2020 Epcot® International Festival of the Arts – and guests are loving it!

We’re happy to share that we’ll present a live stream of one of these concerts, which will take place on Saturday, January 25. That evening’s Disney on Broadway Concert Series concert will feature performances by Broadway stars Alton Fitzgerald White and Kissy Simmons (“The Lion King”), Heidi Blickenstaff (“The Little Mermaid”) and Gavin Lee (“Mary Poppins”). 

The live stream will begin at 7:55 p.m. on Disney Parks Blog. 

You can enjoy daily performances as a part of the Disney on Broadway Concert Series, headlined by Broadway stars who reprise favorite songs from past performances in award-winning Disney shows. 

All concerts are included with Theme Park admission. Upcoming performances include: 

• Jan. 26, 28, 29; Feb. 1, 2, 5 and 6 – Kara Lindsay (“Newsies”) and Kevin Massey (“Tarzan”)
• Jan. 27, 30, 31, Feb. 3, 4, 7 and 8 – Liana Hunt (“Newsies”) and Adam Jacobs (“Aladdin”)
• Feb. 9 – Special performance featuring Lindsay, Massey, Hunt and Jacobs
• Feb. 10, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22 and 23 – Ashley Brown (“Mary Poppins”) and Josh Strickland (“Tarzan”)
• Feb. 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20 and 21 – Syndee Winters (“The Lion King”) and Michael James Scott (“Aladdin”)
• Feb. 24 – Special performance featuring Brown, Strickland, Winters and Scott.

For a limited time beginning February 7, you can get an early glimpse of scenes from “Onward” visiting Disney Parks. Sneak peeks of the film will be shown in the Tomorrowland Theater at Disneyland Park® and as part of the Walt Disney Presents attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios®. You can also catch this special look at a part of the film aboard Disney Cruise Line®, during select sailings in February and early March.

Set in a suburban fantasy world, Disney and Pixar’s “Onward” introduces two teenage elf brothers – Ian & Barley – who embark on an extraordinary quest after being given the chance to spend one more day with their father.

Here’s a special message from Academy Award-winner Octavia Spencer, who plays the Manticore in the film.

“Onward” releases in theaters on March 6, 2020.