New Pin Trading Event at Animal Kingdom for New Year’s Eve

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December 26, 2019

There’s a new pin trading event at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to celebrate New Year’s Eve!

If you are looking for a “pinteresting” way to enter 2020, look no further! The Animal Kingdom will be hosting a family-fun pin trading experience on Tuesday, December 31st, 2019.

You can check out trading boards with over 90 pins each in Africa, Asia, DinoLand, U.S.A, and Discovery Island. These pin displays will feature Hidden Mickey pins and pins from Disney Parks around the world. You can trade at these displays during the following times:

1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
2:45 – 3:45 p.m.
5:45 – 6:45 p.m.
7:30 – 8:30 p.m.

You will only have ONE MINUTE to trade two of your Disney pins for two of the displays.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom will also be offering a special 2020 commemorative pin at the event for purchase. You can snag this limited-edition New Year’s Day pin starting at 7pm. There were only 1,000 of these pins made soothes are definitely rare!

You can head to Discovery Trading Company at 7am to get a numbered wristband that will allow you to purchase (up to) 2 of the limited-edition pins once 7pm rolls around. The pin will also be available at Discovery Trading Company.

Source: Disney Parks Blog.

New Years Eve: Fantasy In The Sky Fireworks Show Live Stream

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Ana Leal

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December 26, 2019

This year is almost over and what better way to say goodbye to 2019 and welcome 2020 then with an amazing fireworks show!

If you are lucky enough to be in Florida then you have to head over to Magic Kingdom Park for the annual New Year’s Eve firework show “Fantasy in the Sky” filled with amazing music from your favorite Disney movies and 360 fireworks!

But if you are not in Florida don’t worry! Disney Parks will bring the show to you with a live stream of the magical fireworks display.

Here is the live stream:

Credit: Disney

R2-D2 Roaming Around Batuu in Disneyland

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Jenna-lee Languirand

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December 26, 2019

R2-D2 Roaming Around Batuu in Disneyland Star Wars Galaxy’s edge was designed to make guests feel fully submerged in the land of Batuu. You don’t even see the other rides and areas in the park while you are visiting The Black Spire. The thematic experience is truly out of this world, even down to the trash cans. Characters are roaming about the land from Chewbacca to smugglers, and stormtroopers. Matter of fact Chewie is in the background of my picture from last week, making you feel like you are right in the story. The past few days in the Anaheim location there has been a fan favorite roaming around the planet, R2-D2 has been making appearances in part of a ”play test” as Disney is calling it.

He has been spotted around the Millennium Falcon, beep bopping and rolling away, while taking pictures with visitors. This has been part of the innovation and design plan for Disney to have droids roaming the land.

Currently you can spot a few stationary droid, and some in the droid depot, including a $25,000 remote controlled R2, but this will bring a new level of immersion to the land. Also a droid-driven coke stand has popped up, adding a unique way to get a refreshment.

We hope this means that R2 will stick around for guest interaction, and make way for other droids to start roaming the land as well. That is still uncertain as this is still in the testing phase, but Disney officials have mentioned that this has been part of the vision for the land from the start. Disney is constantly looking for new ways to fascinate guests in their experiences.

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Photo courtesy: LucasFilms

You Can Purchase an Inflatable Millennium Falcon for $10,000

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Kaitlyn

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December 26, 2019

You Can Purchase an Inflatable Millennium Falcon for $10,000. Ever dreamed of owning the Millennium Falcon? Now is your chance! Magic Jump Inflatables have a new offering and it’s the most beautiful hunk of junk in the galaxy. Magic Jump Inflatables and Disney have collaborated to offer this unique “bounce house” experience with a price tag hovering around $10,000 USD.

“Magic Jump’s official STAR WARS Millennium Falcon Hyperspace Jump Experience is the most unique inflatable attraction in the galaxy — and it’s unlike any playland, combo unit or obstacle course ever seen before. It’s an inflatable version of the Millennium Falcon, the legendary spaceship in Star Wars made famous by Han Solo and Chewbacca for its many adventures…and for famously making the Kessel Run in less than 12 parsecs.”

“The exterior features a comprehensive application of the actual graphics of the Millennium Falcon’s armored hull, while the interior contains iconic features seen in Star Wars movies. Passengers will encounter a Chewbacca inflatable as they enter and an R2D2 inflatable replica and C-3PO graphic as they jump their way around the ship. Passengers will feel the rush as they imagine piloting the Millennium Falcon like Han Solo and Chewbacca as they explore the cockpit area; pretend to operate the cockpit’s master control panel with its gears, switches, and buttons; and eject themselves down a small slide. In the main cabin, they’ll come across inflatable pop-up obstacles such as a bunk, storage container, and holo-map where they can see a holographic-like rendering of the Death Star. Passengers can step up to the laser cannon turret where they can pretend to defend against Imperial forces, and they can also pretend to play dejarik at the hologame table. The pièce de ré·sis·tance is the climber/slide in the center of the ship with ceiling hatch graphic showing explosive battle with a Star Destroyer and TIE fighters.”

Would you enjoy this for a Star Wars themed party or wedding? Who would you invite to explore the Millennium Falcon with? We would love to hear your thoughts in the comments! Be sure to check back here at Chip and Co for all things Star Wars.

Featured Photo Credit: Magic Jump

‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ Star Teases Interest in Reboot

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Kaitlyn

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December 26, 2019

‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ Star Teases Interest in Reboot. Actor David DeLuise who portrayed the Russo’s father, Jerry Russo, teased fans with a fan made Wizards of Waverly Place promo photo along with photos from his time on the series and asked, “You guys want a reboot? Let’s do this !!”

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Wizards of Waverly Place easily became a hit Disney Channel Series in 2007 and ran through 2012 as a series, with a television special surprising fans in early 2013. The series starred Selena Gomez as Alex Russo, David Henry as Justin Russo, Jake T. Austin as Max Russo, Jennifer Stone as Harper Finkle, Maria Canal Barrera as Theresa Russo, and David DeLuise as Jerry Russo.

“Alex Russo and her brothers Justin and Max come from a long line of wizards and now must master their newly learned powers or lose them forever. Their dad, Jerry, gave up his powers when he married their mortal mom, Theresa. The family business is Waverly Sub Station in busy Manhattan, and the three young wizards get into all sorts of crazy situations as they grow up facing typical teen challenges like school, friends, family and magic.”

With other popular Disney Channel Series getting reboots such as That’s So Raven and Lizzie McGuire, it makes total sense that the cast and fans are onboard to see The Russo’s reunite for a new season or series. Many fans have even presented the idea of the reboot being streamed via Disney’s new streaming service, Disney+.

There is no word from Disney or the cast about the potential reboot of the series, but we LOVE the idea of a reboot for Wizards of Waverly Place!

What do you think of a WoWP reboot? Would you want to see the series return to Disney Channel or Disney+? We would love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Be sure to check back here at Chip and Co. for all things Disney!

Featured Photo Credit: Disney Channel

Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker Makes $376.2 Million Global Debut

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Ana Leal

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December 26, 2019

The force was strong with The Rise of Skywalker!

The epic conclusion of the nine episode saga had an amazing box office weekend making $177.4 million domestically and $198.8 million internationally for a total of $376.2 million globally. Not bad at all!

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is the 12th biggest domestic debut of all time and the 3rd this month. But that’s not all, this year Disney had several movies making over $100 million during their opening weekend like Avengers: Endgame and The Lion King making The Rise of Skywalker the 3rd biggest opening weekend debut for the company.

The movie did amazing internationally as well, going up to the #1 American film in nearly all markets with a second or third place in others.

Reviews of the movie are also great with an 86 percent on Rotten Tomatoes.

Credit: The Walt Disney Company

New M&M Store is coming to Disney Springs!

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Chip

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December 26, 2019

Furthering its vision to create unforgettable experiences across the globe through the world’s most iconic chocolate brand, Mars Retail Group announced today the relocation of its existing M&M’S experiential store from Orlando to Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort. Construction is expected to begin immediately with an anticipated 2020 grand opening date.

The new state-of-the-art store at Disney Springs will be one of five M&M’S experiential stores owned and operated by Mars Retail Group, bringing the best experience of the M&M’S Brand to life in locations across North America, Europe and Asia. These include locations in New York, Las Vegas, London and Shanghai.

“Disney Springs is one of the most popular retail destinations in the country, making it the perfect location for our new M&M’S experiential store,” said Patrick McIntyre, Director of Global Retail at Mars Retail Group. “Guests will be fully immersed into an interactive chocolate experience that will create more moments and more smiles through the colorful fun of M&M’S.”

The new store will be located in the West Side of Disney Springs, with parking in the Orange Parking Garage accessible through the direct exit ramp from I-4 to Disney Springs.

R2D2 Decal Kit Brings The Force To Your Kitchen And Beyond

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Danielle

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December 26, 2019

If you’re looking for ways to add a little magic to your kitchen, you’ll love this Etsy find! This R2D2 Decal Kit lets you bring The Force to your kitchen, by disguising your KitchenAid, or other stand mixer! You can also get creative with the kit, and dress up other items too.

I have a white KitchenAid myself, and I always think it is just so plain. It won’t be so plain anymore though, because this is totally the Droid I am looking for! This would also pair nicely with my Millennium Falcon Waffle Maker too. The Etsy shop GoodMommuLTD even offers instructions for how to perfectly transform your mixer with the kit too!

Plus, that is not the only transformation you can use this kit for! The Etsy page shows off this kit used on bikes, and even scooters! I’m sure the possibilities are endless for optimal Droid production!

You can find this fun R2D2 Decal Kit online at the GoodMommyLTD Etsy shop now!

Would you transform your KitchenAid or stand mixer with these galactic decals? I know that this is exactly what my white Kitchen Aid has been in need of for sure!

May the Force be with you!

Disneyland Resort Welcomes Rose Bowl Game-Bound Teams, Oregon and Wisconsin

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Chip

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December 26, 2019

The No. 6 Oregon Ducks and the No. 8 Wisconsin Badgers have won berths in the 2020 Rose Bowl presented by Northwestern Mutual in Pasadena, Calif., and their first stop along the way was a traditional visit to the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., on Thursday, Dec. 26.

The teams will play in the 106th Rose Bowl Game on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020. Oregon finished the regular season with an 11-2 record and claimed the Pac 12 Conference title, while Wisconsin won the Big Ten West, finishing the season with a 10-3 record. Before meeting on the field, the teams met for their first official pre-game appearance, and only joint appearance of bowl week, at the Disneyland Resort.

A press conference was held in the historic Opera House on Main Street, U.S.A. Featured in the press conference was Oregon head coach Mario Cristobal along with Oregon players: linebacker Troy Dye, quarterback Justin Herbert, defensive tackle Jordon Scott and offensive lineman Calvin Throckmorton. Also featured was Wisconsin head coach Paul Chryst along with Wisconsin players: running back Jonathan Taylor, linebacker Chris Orr, offensive lineman Tyler Biadasz and linebacker Zack Baun.

This year’s Rose Bowl Game will be the sixth meeting between the Wisconsin Badgers and the Oregon Ducks and second time in The Granddaddy of Them All. The Badgers and Ducks met in the 2012 Rose Bowl Game with Oregon emerging victorious, 45-38.

More details released on the new Marvels’ Avengers Campus coming to Disney’s California Adventure in 2020

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Chip

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December 25, 2019

New details have been released today on the new Avengers Campus coming to Disney’s California Adventure in 2020!

This campus is set up by the Avengers to recruit the next generation of Marvel Super-Heroes.

Avengers Campus is home to the Worldwide Engineering Brigade – also known as “WEB” – which will house our new Spider-Man experience, the first Disney ride-through attraction to feature this iconic Marvel Super Hero.

During an open house at WEB, the aspiring inventors are excited to invite you for a test drive of their latest invention: the “Web-Slinger” vehicle, which allows you to sling webs just like Spider-Man! The attraction gives you a taste of what it’s like to have actual superpowers as you help Spider-Man collect Spider-Bots that have run amok.

Avengers Campus will also feature Pym Test Kitchen. Just as Ant-Man and The Wasp use “Pym Particles” to grow and shrink just about anything, Pym Technologies is using the latest innovations to grow and shrink food at this eatery.

You will also find heroic encounters throughout the campus, including Black Widow, Ant-Man and The Wasp, Doctor Strange, the Guardians of the Galaxy, Super Heroes from Wakanda and Asgard, and Iron Man.

As Super Heroes continue to assemble at the campus, one of its iconic buildings will be the Avengers Headquarters where you should be on the lookout for Avengers in action.

Stay tuned to learn more about the Avengers Campus coming to Disney’s California Adventure!

New Styles From The Vera Bradley Mickey Paisley Collection

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Danielle

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December 25, 2019

Earlier this fall Vera Bradley released an exclusive collection with Disney that was a beautiful blend of Mickey, Disney castles, and Paisley. The Vera Bradley Mickey Paisley Collection was absolutely gorgeous, and it looks like a few new styles in that print are now available!

Disney Springs showcased three new styles on twitter, including an umbrella just in time for rainy days. Just like the original styles, these feature Mickey Mouse, and the Disney Castle amongst a swirl of vibrant paisleys.

The sling pack is great for on the go while touring the Disney Parks, or even running errands around town. It offers lots of pockets, and comfortably sits across the body.

There is also a smaller crossbody bag that is just too cute. I love a bag like this for lunch with friends, or date night.

You can find these exclusive new Vera Bradley Mickey styles now at Disney Springs!!

Cast from the National Tour of Disney’s “Frozen” to perform live during the 2020 Rose Parade

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Chip

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December 25, 2019

The Pasadena Tournament of Roses is excited to announce that the 131st Rose Parade presented by Honda on Wednesday, January 1, 2020 will include a mid-parade performance from the North American tour cast of Disney’s FROZEN, the hit Broadway musical currently playing a nine-week engagement through February 2, 2020, at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles.

Stars Caroline Bowman (Elsa) and Caroline Innerbichler (Anna) will lead the entire North American tour company of FROZEN in an exclusive performance of “For the First Time in Forever” live at the intersection of Colorado and Orange Grove Boulevards.

Following the performance, several of the show’s stars will continue down the parade route in a sleigh decorated by FTD, the Official Floral Company of the Tournament of Roses, and featuring California Grown flowers.

For millions of viewers around the world, the Rose Parade is an iconic New Year’s Day tradition. This year’s theme, “The Power of Hope,” celebrates the profound influence of hope in the world. Through hope, we can aspire to be our best and in turn, inspire those around us to reach higher. Join us on Wednesday, January 1, 2020, to experience the floats, bands, and equestrians as they parade down Colorado Blvd.