Disney’s ‘Mary Poppins Returns’ Film Memorabilia Gallery Now Open at Disneyland Park

The Art of Mary Poppins Returns exhibit is now open at Disneyland® Park. The limited-time gallery features original art, costumes, props and video clips from the most anticipated film this holiday season: Disney’s “Mary Poppins Returns,” coming to theaters Dec. 19, 2018.

Recently, star Lin-Manuel Miranda stopped by Disneyland to share a message with Disney fans – check it out below!

In the film, an all-new original musical and sequel, Mary Poppins is back to help the next generation of the Banks family find the joy and wonder missing in their lives following a personal loss. Emily Blunt stars as the practically-perfect nanny with unique magical skills who can turn any ordinary task into an unforgettable, fantastic adventure and Lin-Manuel Miranda plays her friend Jack, an optimistic street lamplighter who helps bring light—and life—to the streets of London.

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Disney Cruise Line and Adventures by Disney Earn Top Honors from Newsweek and Cruise Critic

With Disney Signature Experiences, you can enjoy an array of vacation options, including both ocean and river cruises, which continue to be recognized as the best by media.

Disney Cruise Line and Adventures by Disney® were both recognized as “Best for Families” in the 11th annual Cruise Critic Editors’ Picks Awards. The global team of Cruise Critic editors recognize the top companies in the cruise industry based on first-hand experience and industry knowledge. This is Disney Cruise Line’s fifth year to be recognized with this award and Adventures by Disney’s third consecutive win!

You may have also heard that Newsweek, one of America’s most iconic news magazines, also named Disney Cruise Line as No. 1 overall in its inaugural 2019 list of America’s Best Companies for Customer Service. Newsweek based its ranking on a survey of more than 20,000 U.S. customers with criteria such as customer focus and likelihood of recommending the service.

Disney Cruise Line began creating magical vacations for families in 1998 with its first ship, the Disney Magic and has since added the Disney Wonder, the Disney Dream and the Disney Fantasy. Three more ships are on the way in 2021, 2022 and 2023. Adventures by Disney provides immersive, hassle-free group guided vacation experiences to destinations on six continents, including river cruises within Europe.

At Disney Signature Experiences, these awards means so much to us since they demonstrate the dedication of the Cast and Crew to creating lifelong memories for families around the world.

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The Ultimate Guide to Disney World For The Holidays

Are you one for unlimited holiday festivities? Never mind the potential for 85 degree afternoons, and all that complimentary sunshine; year after year, Disney World is one of the best places to soak up those Christmas vibes, from nightly tree lightings, because one is never enough, to Santa sightings, to some of the most ambitious gingerbread houses ever attempted.

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Ugly Mickey sweaters? These are the must-have holiday items for Disney fans

There may not be snow in Florida, but at Walt Disney World, there’s no shortage of holiday spirit. From elaborately decorated Christmas trees to characters like Mickey and Minnie Mouse dressed in their holiday best, there’s holiday magic in the air all throughout the resort despite of the lack of chilly temperatures.

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Video: An Inside Look at New Disney Parks Technology, Personalized Experiences and More

Recently, Bob Chapek, Chairman, Disney Parks, Experiences and Consumer Products shared some exciting updates during the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions Expo (IAAPA). Today, we have highlights from Bob’s presentation that featured a first look at new technology coming to Disney parks, including more lifelike Audio-Animatronics figures and a new ride system for Epcot’s highly-anticipated “Guardians of the Galaxy”-themed attraction.

Stay tuned for future updates on technology and experiences featured in the video.

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Party with Pixar Pals and More as Disney’s Hollywood Studios Marks 30 Years

  • JUST ANNOUNCED! May 1, 2019, marks the 30th anniversary of Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The park will celebrate this milestone all year long, starting Jan. 18 with the reveal of a new 30th anniversary logo.
  • Pixar Avenue will be the place for guests to show off their inner Supers with The Incredibles. Guests will celebrate the heroic deeds of Mr. Incredible, Mrs. Incredible and Frozone, who will make appearances throughout the day during a party featuring lively music, dancing, interactive games and more Super fun. Guests will meet super-suit designer Edna Mode and see some of her greatest creations. They may also spot signs for the whereabouts of the youngest Incredible – the mischievous and multi-powered Jack-Jack.
  • A door to the monster world will open inside Walt Disney Presents, inviting guests to visit with Mike and Sulley from Disney•Pixar’s “Monsters, Inc.”
  • Guests will feel like honorary toys in the new Toy Story Land. Based on the beloved Pixar Toy Story films, the playful land features two new attractions – Slinky Dog Dash and Alien Swirling Saucers – as well as fan-favorite Toy Story Mania!
  • In addition, the new high-energy live show “Disney Junior Dance Party!” will feature characters from Disney Junior television series, including Vampirina, Doc McStuffins and many more.
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Feel the Love During ‘Hakuna Matata Time Dance Party’ at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

  • Guests will take a walk on the wild side at Disney’s Animal Kingdom during the “Hakuna Matata Time Dance Party,” featuring Timon and Rafiki from Disney’s “The Lion King.”
  • Each day on Discovery Island, the dance party will encourage young adventurers to let their inner animals roam free on the dance floor as a street band plays a fiery soundtrack in a World Beat style.

All this excitement will be here in two shakes of a mouse’s tail! To make sure no one misses a moment, guests will find a new countdown clock online at Disneyworld.com/nowmorethanever. It’s rolling down to when the fun begins on the morning of Jan. 18, 2019!

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More Broadway Music Than Ever at Epcot International Festival of the Arts

  • The Epcot International Festival of the Arts comes to life Jan. 18-Feb. 25, 2019, where guests will indulge in world-class culinary, visual and performance arts.
  • The Disney on Broadway Concert Series expands to seven days a week during the festival, providing more opportunities than ever before to hear pairs of Disney on Broadway stars sing favorite tunes from award-winning productions. The lineup will rotate regularly, featuring music from “The Lion King,” “Frozen,” “Beauty and the Beast” and other hit shows.
  • The festival will include 13 Food Studios, plus additional creative food and beverages around Epcot, featuring an expanded selection of delicious new tastes to savor.
  • Art collectors and Disney enthusiasts alike will find artwork for sale throughout the park, from the Art of Disney store to Festival Markets. In addition, special festival merchandise will be available at Mouse Gear and other Epcot locations.
  • The 2019 festival provides fun every day for the whole family, including performance artists, complimentary seminars, hands-on activities and Figment’s Brush with the Masters Scavenger Hunt.
  • While experiencing all the Epcot International Festival of the Arts has to offer, guests will want to spend another evening around World Showcase Lagoon taking in “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth,” which will be ending in the second half of 2019 to make way for an all-new nighttime spectacular.
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Mickey & Minnie’s Surprise Celebration Arrives at Magic Kingdom Park

  • Mickey & Minnie’s Surprise Celebration will honor those true originals, Mickey and Minnie Mouse, with new entertainment, merchandise and specialty food and beverages at Magic Kingdom.
  • JUST ANNOUNCED! Mickey and Minnie will greet guests together inside Town Square Theater, wearing all-new, colorful outfits for their special celebration.
  • JUST ANNOUNCED! Guests will enjoy Celebration Station inside Town Square Theater, where they may sign a guestbook to let Mickey and Minnie know, personally, how much fun they had during the party.
  • JUST ANNOUNCED! An all-new song, “It’s a Good Time,” will play several times daily as part of the new “Move It! Shake It! MousekeDance It! Street Party.” During this high-energy bash, singing hosts will invite guests to join in the fun with Disney pals including Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Goofy, and many others.
  • JUST ANNOUNCED! Mickey’s beloved dog, Pluto, will meet guests under the big top at Pete’s Silly Sideshow in Storybook Circus.
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Watch ‘Candlelight Processional’ Live from Epcot December 4 at 8:10 p.m. ET

For Guests visiting Walt Disney World® Resort during the holidays, “Candlelight Processional” at Epcot® is a must-do, chill-evoking live musical performance that celebrates the season and leaves entire families in awe. For the first time ever, our partners at the Disney Parks Blog are showcasing“Candlelight Processional”  live on Dec. 4, 2018, as part of their #DisneyParksLIVE stream series.

We will live stream the park’s 8:15 p.m. show with host actor Neil Patrick Harris, with our live stream starting just minutes before, at 8:10 p.m. ET, so you can get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to bring this beautiful show to life.

To tune into the live stream on December 4, simply visit the Disney Parks Blog at 8:05 p.m. ET that night.

We hope you join us as we celebrate the joy of the season.

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