To commemorate the 35th Anniversary of Epcot at Walt Disney World, the official Disney Fan Club – D23– has announced two special events for October 1st, 2017. Both events will be offered to D23 Gold and D23 Gold Family Members only. Here are the details on the two events: Fanniversary
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D23 Members can Dine with a Disney Legend This May
On May 12, 2017, D23 Gold and Gold Family Members will be able to have lunch with one of Walt Disney’s Right hand men, Marty Sklar. D23’s website describes Marty’s Legacy as such: “From writing historic scripts for Walt Disney to leading the creative teams that brought Epcot to life,
“Celebrate Gospel” Returns to Disney California Adventure Park on February 18
Disney California Adventure Park celebrates Black History Month along with the spirit and history of gospel music with “Celebrate Gospel” on Saturday, February 18, 2017. “Celebrate Gospel” features live musical entertainment that includes more than a dozen guest choirs and is in its eighth year at the Disneyland Resort. Performances
Disneyland Celebrates the Return of the Main Street Electrical Parade with New Commercial
It’s been years since The Main Street Electrical Parade has graced the pathways of Disneyland Resort, and everyone is so excited it’s coming back home to where it’s journey first began! Disney has released a new commercial that gives us all the feels about the Homecoming. Check out the
Grab a Special Parks Button to Celebrate Canada’s 150th Birthday
If you are Canadian, or just love our neighbors to the North, then you’ll want to be sure to grab a new Celebration Button at Epcot to mark the 150th birthday of Canada, eh? From now until July 1, 2017, commemorative buttons will be available to guests at Epcot’s Canada
‘Walt Week’ Being Celebrated by Disney Parks and Resorts
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts in conjunction with D23 launched an amazing new celebration yesterday called “Walt Week: Celebrating a Legacy of Imagination, Creativity, and Innovation.” Since December 15th 2016 marks the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney’s passing, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club is honoring Walt with a series of
Epcot’s Alpine Haus Showcases The Story Of The Christmas Tree
The tradition of having a Christmas Tree in our homes is celebrated around much of the world. Have you ever wondered where, and how, this tradition started? It is only fitting that Epcot’s new addition, Alpine Haus Food Kiosk, showcases The Story of the Christmas Tree with an intriguing display
Disney Legend Floyd Norman: An Animated Life Documentary Review
Did you know that Disney Legend Floyd Norman has a documentary movie currently showing in select theaters around the country? Floyd Norman: An Animated Life, is a documentary directed by Michael Fiore and Erik Sharkey. Floyd Norman has worked on such Disney movies as The Jungle Book, Mary Poppins, Toy
Building Facades Disappearing From Hollywood Studios Streets of America
The building facades, that line the Streets of America at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, are slowly disappearing. The Streets of America gave access to the Honey I Shrunk the Kids Movie Set Adventure, and Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show. They provided a cross-over to the Backlot Tour, which has disappeared
Liberty Tree Tavern’s Updated Dinner Menu Review
Did you know that Liberty Tree Tavern recently updated their Bill of Fare dinner menu? While some favorite food offerings have remained unchanged, or undergone some minor changes, you will find some others are no longer on the dinner menu and new offerings have been added in their place. Here is
Will Walt Disney’s first home be demolished?
The first home that Walt Disney rented in Los Angeles was sold and is now in danger of being demolished. The home is a small two-bedroom bungalow located at 4406 Kingswell Ave. It has been around for more than 100 years. In 1923 Walt Disney rented the home from his
Disneyland the Most Magical Place on Earth opened 61 years ago today
61 years ago, on July 17th, Walt Disney’s dream of opening a new concept of family entertainment had reached its reality. The highly anticipated opening of Disneyland was televised in a live broadcast on ABC, watched by 90 million viewers. At that time there were only five themed lands with
Not to be missed at Disney World – Magic Kingdom Flag Retreat Ceremony
While the crowds hurry along up and down Main Street trying to see and do it all, there is something that is too often overlooked by many, worth watching at the very least one time. Maybe you have not known of it in the past, but now you will! Every
10 Reasons Why We LOVE Magic Kingdom!
I have yet to meet a Disney fan who doesn’t love Magic Kingdom…most even say it’s their favorite. That’s a bold statement, I know. But it’s your favorite too, isn’t it? While this list is not exhaustive it includes what I have narrowed as my Top 10. If I
