Frightfully Festive Halloween Photo fun at Disney PhotoPass Studio in Disney Springs

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September 13, 2019

If you’re looking for frightfully festive Halloween photos, the Disney PhotoPass Studio at Disney Springs has got you covered!

In addition to standard portrait backdrops and a wide variety of Disney-themed virtual backdrops, this studio offers virtual backdrops that celebrate this spooky time of year.

If you need to fill even more dead space in your photo album, you can unearth backdrops that feature scenes from the Haunted Mansion.

Reservations are not required to visit the studio, and if you have Memory Maker or Memory Maker One Day, photos captured here are included as part of your entitlement!*

Just bring a ghoulish smile to the Disney PhotoPass Studio at Disney Springs, and the photographers will use their tricks to give you a few treats!

Jack Black Celebrates His 50th Birthday At Disneyland

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Monique Lopez

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September 13, 2019

Jack Black Celebrates His 50th Birthday At Disneyland

Comedic actor, Jack Black, recently celebrated a big birthday. What better way to spend a 50th birthday than at the happiest place on Earth, Disneyland.

Jack Black has started in many famous films like The School of Rock, Nacho Libre and most recently, the reboot of Jumanji. He as also made his mark in music. Black has also had his hand in producing some films and guest starring in many television series. On top of all of that, he has a pretty successful YouTube channel.

When it came time for Black to celebrate his 50th birthday, he wanted to challenge himself and take his fans along the journey with him. Jack Black decided to take on what he calls, “The Disney 50 Challenge”. The 50 refers to roughly about how many attractions there are at the Disneyland Resort. Also, with Black celebrating his 50th birthday, it seemed fitting.

The premise of the challenge was to experience 50 attractions at the resort in just one day. However, Black admits that himself and his family had two days to complete the challenge. They visited Disney California Adventure park and Disneyland park. They even got to experience the new Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge land. Overall, Jack Black looked like he had a great time and an ever better birthday.

Check out Jack Black’s video below

Source: YouTube

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STAR WARS: Galaxy’s Edge The Official Black Spire Outpost Cookbook

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Danielle

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September 12, 2019

From a galaxy far, far away comes an exciting new cookbook inspired by the cuisine from the exciting new Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge themed lands! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge: The Official Black Spire Outpost Cookbook is the ultimate source for creating out- of-this-world meals and treats from Black Spire Outpost and beyond.

This amazing new cookbook releases November 5, 2019, and retails for $35.00. Written from the unique culinary perspective of Strono “Cookie” Tuggs, the head chef at Maz Kanata’s castle on Takodana, this cookbook provides Star Wars fans with a wealth of delicious galactic recipes for home cooks of all skill levels.

Engaging, fun, and informative, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Cookbook is the definitive guide to the delectable cuisines of a galaxy far, far away.

ABOUT THE CONTRIBUTORS:

Strono “Cookie” Tuggs is a galaxy-renowned chef, best known for being head cook at Maz Kanata’s castle on Takodana (before it was destroyed). He now owns and operates a food freighter serving countless planets across the galaxy. Tuggs boasts near-encyclopedic knowledge of the galaxy’s culinary delights, born of decades of travel, research, and a love of the holovids of the legendary chef Gormaanda. This is his first cookbook.
Chelsea Monroe-Cassel is the coauthor of the bestseller A Feast of Ice and Fire: The Official Game of Thrones Companion Cookbook, The Elder Scrolls: The Official Cookbook and the author of World of Warcraft: The Official Cookbook. Her work is a synthesis of imagination and historical research. This passion has led her to a career of transforming imaginary foods into reality. She greatly enjoys foreign languages, treasure hunting, history, and all things related to honey.
Marc Sumerak is an Eisner and Harvey award–nominated writer and editor. His recent work for Insight includes Hidden Universe Travel Guides: The Complete Marvel Cosmos, Guardians of the Galaxy: Creating Marvel’s Spacefaring Super Heroes, and Ghostbusters: Ectomobile: Owner’s Workshop Manual.

STAR WARS: Galaxy’s Edge The Official Black Spire Outpost Cookbook, is available for pre-order now! It retails for $35.00, and will officially launch November 5, 2019.

Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert Parties Rising In Price

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April Crews

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September 12, 2019

Starting February 1, 2020 – the prices of three of Disney World’s dessert parties will be raising their price. This includes the Fireworks Dessert Party at Tomorrowland Terrace, the Fireworks Dessert Party with Plaza Garden Viewing, and the Magic Kingdom After Fireworks Dessert Party.

Desserts included:

Chocolate-dipped strawberries
Disney character-themed desserts
Hand-scooped ice cream
Create-your-own cookies and cupcakes
Ooey gooey toffee cake
Action station s’mores
Savory snacks,
like house-made eggrolls and spinach dip

Fireworks Dessert Party with Plaza Garden Viewing

The Plaza Garden party begins at the restaurant with desserts. When it’s time for fireworks everyone moves to the grassy viewing area (Standing room only) This view is straight on to the castle and allows you a great view of the castle’s projections.

Pricing:

Now through January 31, 2020: $84 per adult (ages 10 and up); $50 per child (ages 3 to 9), tax included. Starting February 1, 2020: $99 per adult (ages 10 and up); $59 per child (ages 3 to 9), tax included

Magic Kingdom After Fireworks Dessert Party

This party is a little different in comparison to the garden viewing. The party doesn’t begin until the fireworks. Everyone gathers in the Plaza Garden (also standing room only) and then after the fireworks, you’ll enjoy dessert.

Pricing:

Now through January 31st, 2020: $69 per adult (ages 10 and up); $41 per child (ages 3 to 9), tax included Starting February 1st, 2020: $79 per adult (ages 10 and up); $47 per child (ages 3 to 9)

Fireworks Dessert Party at Tomorrowland Terrace

This party is located in the Tomorrowland Terrace and has reserved seating available. This view is off-centered compared to the other two.

Pricing:

Now through January 31st, 2020: $84 per adult (ages 10 and up); $50 per child (ages 3 to 9), tax included Starting February 1st, 2020: $99 per adult (ages 10 and up); $59 per child (ages 3 to 9), tax included

First look at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind ride vehicles!

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Chip

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September 12, 2019

We have a first look at the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind ride vehicles coming to Epcot at Walt Disney World!

As you can see in the video above – provided by Walt Disney Imagineering – each individual cab in the attraction’s OmniCoaster ride system will direct your eyes to the story happening around you. Instead of whizzing by the action, the system will fully immerse you in the attraction’s story from the minute you take off.

At Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind the adventure will start in the “Galaxarium,” a planetarium-like exhibition that explores the similarities and mysteries of the formation of Earth’s galaxy and Xandar. You’ll be invited to learn more about Xandar’s treasures – until the moment when the Guardians of the Galaxy arrive, and adventures across the cosmos ensue.

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will open in time for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort in 2021.

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BLACK TAP TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL CHEESEBURGER DAY WITH FREE ALL-AMERICAN BURGERS

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Chip

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September 12, 2019

Black Tap is going BIG this National Cheeseburger Day (September 18) and offering FREE cheeseburgers!

The first 100 guests in line will receive a voucher for a free All-American burger at Black Tap Anaheim. To keep the party going after the first 100 burgers are sold, any customer who purchases a meal on September 18 will receive a complimentary soft drink.

Burger lovers who can’t make it on September 18 can come try Black Tap Anaheim’s September special, The Truffle Burger. The Truffle Burger is a prime burger with smoked gouda, arugula, black truffle mayo, and a truffle vinaigrette ($19).

LEGO Ideas: Ratatouille LEGO Set, Inspired By Gusteau’s Restaurant

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Danielle

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September 12, 2019

It’s that time again, time to check out another fabulous Disney inspired LEGO Ideas project! Today we’re checking out the project for the Ratatouille LEGO Set, which is inspired by the most famous restaurant in france, Gusteau’s! Not only has the designer of this set envisioned the restaurant, they have also added figures of Remy, Linguini, and Collette!

The designer “Brickproject”, has titled this set Ratatouille: Open The Doors! The designer of this set is a french Disney Pixar lover, who fell in love with them film when they watched it. The love for this film led them to create a LEGO mini-figure scale set of the kitchen of the movie.

Unsure of what part of the film to recreate, the Restaurant or the kitchen. The designer decided to make a reduced version of the kitchen with a small restaurant part, since most scenes of the movie take place in the kitchen. As you can see the main part of the set is the kitchen, but there is a restaurant facade built up around the outside.

It took a full week to finish the whole building. In the end, the project contains 2853 bricks with 4 minifigs: Linguini Alfredo, Colette Tatou, Skinner, Anton Ego and a micro fig of Rémy!

There are also some easter eggs in the build! For instance on the rooftop you can see a mini “rat restaurant” scene from the last scene of the movie. The designer also added a custom street sign, called “Rue Ratatouille”.

If you love this fun Ratatouille LEGO Set idea, be sure to give it support on the LEGO Ideas Website!

Adorable Dogs Dress Like Sanderson Sisters from “Hocus Pocus”

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Katelyn G

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September 12, 2019

Have you ever seen anything more adorable than these dogs from @2husketeers dressed like Winifred, Sarah, and Mary Sanderson?

The two cute-as-can-be huskies invited their labrador friend for dress up last year for Halloween! Their costumes are complete with wigs, Winnie’s spellbook, and a fantastic autumn backdrop with fall leaves included!

“Hocus Pocus” is my (and many others’) personal favorite Halloween movie of all time. Adding in dogs mixed with anything Disney is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

What do you think of this adorable trio? Check out @2husketeers for more puppy content!

Source & Photo Credit: @2husketeers

Classic Marvel Shows To Return To The Screen Thanks to Disney+

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April Crews

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September 12, 2019

Millennials rejoice, Marvel titles such as X-Men, Spider-Man, The Incredible Hulk, and Fantastic Four will be added to Disney+. Now we can finally relive our childhood Saturday mornings watching cartoons and eating cereal.

Disney+ will have classic Marvel animated series like X-Men ‘92, Spider-Man ‘94, Spider-Woman ‘79, Spider-Man ‘81, Spider-Man and his Amazing Friends, Iron Man ‘94, Fantastic Four ‘94, Incredible Hulk, Silver Surfer, and Spider-Man Unlimited. pic.twitter.com/Yzj3DiZtwg

— Disney+ News (@MoreDisneyPlus) September 12, 2019

Disney+ Updates on Twitter announced that these titles and many others will be a part of the never-ending catalog of Disney TV shows on the Disney+ streaming site.

As you may remember back in August, Disney announced its streaming service. Launching on November 12, 2019, Disney+ will be the dedicated streaming home for movies and shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and more, together, for the first time.

Photo Credit: Disney+/The Walt Disney Company/D23/Image Group LA and https://twitter.com/moredisneyplus

New Arendelle Aqua Beverages Have Arrived in Disney Springs

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Katelyn G

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September 12, 2019

Check out these adorable Arendelle Aqua beverages in Disney Springs!

Arendelle Aqua is the newest color trend in the Disney universe. Inspired by Elsa’s frozen fractals, this ice blue/green color is making fans everywhere swoon.

From spirit jerseys and backpacks, to frozen alcoholic beverages and cupcakes, Arendella Aqua is taking over Walt Disney World. The two newest members to the aqua family are sparkling beverages in Disney Springs.

First, find a sparkling beverage at Amorette’s Patisserie. If this is anything like the Millenial Pink Celebration Toast, there’s alcohol involved! The drink is finished with a blue chocolate Mickey-ears topper and served in a delightful champagne glass.

The next sparkling beverage can be found at The Daily Poutine. This drink looks like a frozen Arendelle Aqua slushy with striping of silvery-white goodness spread throughout. Disney has yet to announce the flavors and ingredients for this Arendella Aqua treat, so stay tuned!

Which one of these Arendelle Aqua beverages are you setting your sights on?

Check out the latest color collection, #ArendelleAqua, inspired by @DisneyFrozen❄—available now at World of Disney and DisneyStyle at @DisneySprings! Swing by Amorette's Patisserie and The Daily Poutine for sparkling beverages that will complement your new look. ?✨ pic.twitter.com/TJOyPB3zGe

— Disney Springs (@DisneySprings) September 12, 2019

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Roar in the New Year at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Chip

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September 12, 2019

You can ROAR in the New Year at Disney’s Animal Kingdom this holiday season as the Theme Park will be open until midnight to celebrate New Year’s Eve on December 31, 2019.

Celebrate the New Year with specially-themed food and beverage offerings and much more! Celebrate the New Year’s Eve as the park stays open until midnight with kicking DJs and will also include special countdown-to-midnight on the Tree of Life!

Here are the details:

Throughout the night, you’ll find special New Year’s Eve-themed food and drinks, while DJs in Asia, Discovery Island and DinoLand U.S.A. will keep the party pumping!

As midnight approaches everyone can gather around Discovery Island and Asia to watch a special New Year’s Eve countdown on the iconic Tree of Life. Energetic music and lighting displays will welcome in 2020.

Guests can also get into the fun with special pin trading opportunities, plus a limited-edition New Year’s Eve pin available beginning that evening. Subject to change and based on availability.

The park’s New Year’s Eve celebration will cap off a thrilling season of all-new holiday experiences at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Be on the lookout for festive new décor in every land, enjoy unforgettable winter projections on the Tree of Life, get into the holiday spirit with your favorite characters in DinoLand U.S.A. and more. Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a place you will want to visit this holiday season!

To learn about everything happening at Walt Disney World on New Year’s Eve, visit DisneyWorld.com/NewYearsEve.

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High School Dance Team Performs Avengers ‘Infinity War’ and ‘Endgame’ for Homecoming Assembly Dance

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Kaitlyn

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September 12, 2019

High School Dance Team Performs Avengers ‘Infinity War‘ and ‘Endgame‘ for Homecoming Assembly Dance. The Performing Arts Crew Dance Team (PAC) at Walden Grove High School in Sahuarita, Ariz. performed a 7 min routine revolving around the storylines of Marvel’s Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame.

The viral performance was coordinated and choreographed by coach Kristi Lopez. If this group looks a bit familiar that’s because this same Dance Team has gone viral before with performances about Harry Potter, The Wizard of Oz, and a combination of Pixar films.

Check out their Marvel-ous performance in the video below:

Be sure to check back here at Chip and Company for all things Marvel!

Photo Credit: YouTube