The Signature Collection Lion King Coming To Blu-ray and Digital HD

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July 16, 2017

The Signature Collection Lion King Coming To Blu-ray and Digital HD

Today at the D23 Expo we received the news that The Lion King is joining the Walt Disney Signature Collection. It will be released on Digital HD August 15th and Blu-ray on August 29th. The Lion King will include special features that haven’t been released before.

The Walt Disney Signature Collection is the newest line of Blu-ray and Digital HD video releases that began on February 2, 2016 with Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Later releases to this collection include Beauty and the Beast, Pinocchio and Bambi.

Disney is also working on a live action Lion King film with director Jon Favreau. The movie is currently scheduled to hit theaters on July 19, 2019.

Bonus Features:

BLU-RAY, DIGITAL*:

Brand New Sing-Along Version
Audio Commentary – View the film with commentary by producer Don Hahn and co-directors Roger Allers and Rob Minkoff.
Visualizing a Villain – Against a backdrop of live dancers and the animated “Be Prepared” sequence, artist David Garibaldi paints a masterpiece of evil.
The Recording Sessions – Watch rare footage of the actors recording their roles, matched with the final animation. Intro by Roger Allers and Rob Minkoff.
Nathan and Matthew: The Extended Lion King Conversation – Nathan Lane (Timon) and Matthew Broderick (Adult Simba) offer candid and hilarious insights into their Lion King experiences.
Inside the Story Room – Co-directors Roger Allers and Rob Minkoff present archival footage of five original story pitches.

o Circle of Life – See how color creates emotion and meaning in the film’s iconic opening.

o Simba & Nala – See how elements proposed in story meetings evolve into what appears onscreen.

o Simba Takes Nala Out to Play – …And, sometimes what seems funny in story meetings never makes it into the film!

o Hakuna Matata – Co-directors Roger Allers and Rob Minkoff sing, act and dance their hearts out as they pitch the “Hakuna Matata” sequence.

o Rafiki and Reflecting Pool – Co-directors Roger Allers & Rob Minkoff pitch a sequence that became the emotional heart of The Lion King to Producer Don Hahn.

Music & More – Sing along to your favorite songs from the movie!

o “Circle of Life”

o “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King”

o “Be Prepared”

o “Hakuna Matata”

o “Can You Feel the Love Tonight”

Galleries

o Visual Development – Explore a gallery of striking artwork that inspired the movie’s look and feel.

o Character Design – Trace the development of the film’s unforgettable characters through early concept art drawings.

o Storyboards – Examine storyboards created in the development of “The Lion King.”

o Layouts – Feast your eyes on layouts created in the development of “The Lion King.”

o Backgrounds & Layouts – Journey through a gallery of landscape paintings that shaped the world of “The Lion King.”

Classic Bonus Features (Digital Only) – These offerings from prior home entertainment releases include hours of bonus material, such as bloopers, audio commentary, deleted and alternate scenes, and in-depth journeys into the music, film, story, animals and stage show.

Will you be adding The Lion King to your home movie collection? I know I will!

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Mickey’s Blue Bayou Halloween Dining Package Coming to Disneyland This Fall

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July 16, 2017

Halloween Blue Bayou

It’s almost time to for Disneyland visitors to reserve their place for the fun-fill Mickey’s Halloween Party which will be running on select nights from September 20 – October 31, 2017. This year’s Halloween Party promises to be bigger and better than ever as guests even have the ability to visit Disney California Adventure Park for up to 3 hrs before the festivities start with their party tickets! But if there’s one thing in particular that captured our attention it was the news that the Blue Bayou will be offering a Mickey’s Halloween Dining Party during this year’s party dates.

Details on what will be included in this year’s Blue Bayou dining package remain a bit scarce however it is rumored that the package will include a 3 course prix fixe menu as well as VIP viewing for the Frightfully Fun Parade. We expect costs to be comparable to the Fantasmic! Dining Package that the Blue Bayou also runs.

Expect more details to be released about this exciting package offer in the weeks ahead. In the meantime Annual Passholders are able to book their Halloween party tickets on July 17th with admission opening up to the general public on July 24th.

For the latest news and info regarding this year’s party line-up keep following along with Chip and Co.

Mickey's Blue Bayou Halloween Dining Package Coming to Disneyland This Fall

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Dates Announced for Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland

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July 16, 2017

Not to get lost in all the excitement from the D23 Expo, dates have been announced for this years’ Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland. This year’s party ticket includes entrance to both Disneyland Park AND California Adventure up to three hours prior to the start of the party. Also included for this year is unlimited PhotoPass downloads of photos taken during the party

Join Mickey and friends for a happily haunted happening filled with Halloween fun and Disney magic at Disneyland Park. On select evenings this fall, get in the spirit as we turn the Park into the ultimate family night out!

Howl-iday Highlights at Disneyland Park:

Ride of the Headless Horseman, a haunted herald who leads the Frightfully Fun Parade down Main Street, U.S.A.—presented exclusively during Mickey’s Halloween Party
Halloween Screams, a supernatural fireworks celebration presented exclusively during Mickey’s Halloween Party (weather permitting)
Trick-or-treat stations offering candy and healthy goodies
A chance to meet, greet and pose with some dastardly Disney Villains and popular Disney Pals decked out in Halloween costumes
New for Mickey’s Halloween Party: Souvenir Disney PhotoPass photos taken during the event, with unlimited PhotoPass downloads to enjoy later
New for Mickey’s Halloween Party: Ability to visit both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park with special event ticket during Mickey’s Halloween Party—entry to either park begins 3 hours before the Party start time

Purchase your tickets starting July 24—or July 17 for Annual Passholders. Booking ahead of time means you won’t miss out on this popular celebration and—for several party dates—can save you money over the same-day admission price. On select nights, Passholders can save even more.

Your ticket lets you enjoy both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park for up to 3 hours before Mickey’s Halloween Party starts. Then you’ll be trick-or-treated to 5 hours of fright-astic fun at Disneyland Park, including special Halloween-themed attractions, Character Greetings, fireworks, the Ride of the Headless Horseman and more.

Mickey’s Halloween Party Dates and Times	Advanced Ticket Price	Annual Passholder Ticket Price	Date-of-Event Ticket Price
Wednesday, September 20, 2017 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM	$95.00	$85.00	$105.00
Friday, September 22, 2017 7:00 PM to midnight	$105.00	$105.00	$105.00
Monday, September 25, 2017 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM	$95.00	$85.00	$105.00
Wednesday, September 27, 2017 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM	$95.00	$85.00	$105.00
Friday, September 29, 2017 7:00 PM to midnight	$105.00	$105.00	$105.00
Tuesday, October 3, 2017 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM	$105.00	$105.00	$105.00
Friday, October 6, 2017 7:00 PM to midnight	$105.00	$105.00	$105.00
Tuesday, October 10, 2017 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM	$105.00	$105.00	$105.00
Friday, October 13, 2017 7:00 PM to midnight	$105.00	$105.00	$105.00
Tuesday, October 17, 2017 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM	$105.00	$105.00	$105.00
Friday, October 20, 2017 7:00 PM to midnight	$120.00	$120.00	$120.00
Tuesday, October 24, 2017 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM	$105.00	$105.00	$105.00
Friday, October 27, 2017 7:00 PM to midnight	$120.00	$120.00	$120.00
Tuesday, October 31, 2017 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM	$120.00	$120.00	$120.00

Sounds like a spook-tacular time!

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Sparkle and Shine with a Glittering Minnie Mouse Cap

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July 16, 2017

Glittering Minnie Mouse Cap

When checking out one of my favorite Disney Instagram pages the other day I stumbled upon something that was just too cute. I saw a link to a page with this Glittering Minnie Mouse Cap by Mouse Vibes and fell in love! Of course once I went to their page I found even more irresistible sparkly caps!

Sparkle and Shine with a Glittering Minnie Mouse Cap

This black and white hat features a sparkling glitter Minnie Mouse, that is topped off with a glitzy sequin bow! The hats come in youth and adult sizes so anyone can wear them or even do a Mommy & Me set with. If the red bow wasn’t cute enough, you can also choose pink, or gold bows instead. The 3D bows are absolutely adorable, but sometimes not for everyone so there are Minnie caps with flat glitter bows too. There’s so many beautiful caps, so be sure to check out my faves below!

These are so fun, I know I would wear them every where and all the time, and not just when I go to the parks. Where would you wear this Glittering Minnie Mouse Cap?

Sneak Peek of ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ at the #D23Expo is Nothing Short of Amazing

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July 16, 2017

Guests at D23 Expo’s Walt Disney Live-Action Movie Panel were surprised when the entire cast of “Avengers: Infinity War” showed up on stage. Here is the list of who showed up for the panel:

Josh Brolin (Thanos)
Paul Bettany, (Jarvis, who is now Vision)
Elizabeth Olsen (Scarlet Witch)
Pom Klementieff (Mantis)
Karen Gillan (Nebula)
Dave Bautista (Drax)
Don Cheadle (War Machine)
Sebastian Stan (Winter Soldier)
Anthony Mackie (Falcon)
Benedict Cumberbatch (Doctor Strange)
Tom Holland (Spider-Man)
Chadwick Boseman (Black Panther)
Mark Ruffalo (Hulk)
Chris Hemsworth (Thor)
Robert Downey Jr. (Iron Man)

In addition to the stars appearing on stage, guests were privileged to see a sneak peak clip of the upcoming movie. Here is what we learned from the clip about the new movie:

It began with team Guardians of the Galaxy, when a man collides into their ship. That man?
Thor!!!!!!! With the short hair he has in the Thor: Ragnarok trailer! The Guardians bring Thor into their ship and try to wake him up.
Thor says “Something is terribly wrong.” Uh-oh.
We see Thanos with the Infinity Gauntlet! AHHHHH!!!!!
We see hair raise up on Peter Parker’s arm as he looks out of school bus.
We see Spider-Man in his super advanced suit standing on some sort of aircraft!
We see Cap with a beard!
We see Doctor Strange with the Guardians of the Galaxy and Iron Man looking really worried!
We see Loki with the Tesseract

Want to see how it all went down? Check it out here:

How pumped are you for this movie to be released now?!

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Intriguing New Star Wars: The Last Jedi Poster Collection Released

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July 16, 2017

Star Wars: The Last Jedi is coming to theaters December 15th 2017, and a collection of intriguing new charcater posters has just been released. The posters feature the six main characters from the movie, all clothed in red. With only half of each character’s face in view, and an overall look of an unfinished painting, they leave us wanting more. The poster above features Rey, take a look below for the five other posters in the collection:

Finn

Poe Dameron

Kylo Ren

Luke Skywalker

General Organa

The mysterious feeling these posters give have me even more excited about the premiere of Episode VIII, this Winter! I am hoping a new trailer will be released sooner rather than later, but you can view a behind the scenes look here. Do you plan on seeing Star Wars: The Last Jedi in theaters?

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Photo & Video Tour “Disney Skyliner” Gondola System Construction Begins Along Hourglass Lake

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July 16, 2017

We have all been hearing about the new gondola transportation system to be built at the Walt Disney World Resort. During a visit to Pop Century yesterday, we noticed that construction has begun for this new mode of transportation. The walkway between Pop Century’s 1950’s section and Art of Animation’s Little Mermaid section is where this process appears to have begun. Take a look at our photo & video tour of the “Disney Skyliner” Gondola System Construction that has begun along Hourglass Lake.

Take a walk along Hourglass Lake from Pop Century’s 1950’s buildings. You will approach the construction area at the bend just prior to the Art of Animation’s Little Mermaid buildings.

The bend in the walkway now has fencing on both sides. Concrete has been poured and metal poles have been put into place.

Trees have been removed along the water and construction markings have been put in place.

The walkway as seen from the Art of Animation heading back towards Pop Century.

The end parking area for the Pop Century’s 1950’s is now cordoned off with chain link fencing. There are construction vehicles and equipment housed in this space now.

Construction Workers were working Saturday morning along Century Drive as seen from the Hourglass Lake/Resort side….

and from the vantage point along Century Drive as we exit near the Disney Security checkpoint.

As you head towards Generation Gap Bridge, you can see the weighted green flotation devices and construction markings in this particular area. As indicated in earlier reports, Guests are supposed embark, and debark, at the Bridge. Could this location over the water be where the Disney Skyliner Station will be build then for that purpose? We will certainly keep you posted as more information becomes available.

The view from Generation Gap Bridge facing the “Disney Skyliner” construction area. You can now see straight across as the trees have been removed.

As you exit Pop Century, and turn right onto Victory Way heading towards Buena Vista Drive, there is construction that has begun here as well. This location cuts through to Victory Way. Caribbean Beach Resort is just on the other side of this location.

If you turn onto Victory Way from Buena Vista Drive, heading towards Osceola Parkway, on the right, directly across from the Victory Way photos seen above, is this area that is being cleared too.

See our video tour of the “Disney Skyliner” construction area along Hourglass Lake here:

This concludes our photo and video tour of the “Disney Skyliner” Gondola System Construction as it begins along Hourglass Lake. Check it out if you will be staying at the Pop Century or Art of Animation in the near future. Stay tuned here to the Chip and Company page for updates on the new “Disney Skyliner” construction project as they become available.

What do you think of this new form of transportation soon to be gracing the skyline of the Walt Disney World Resort? Please leave your comments in the box below.

Mission: SPACE Attraction Will Feature A New Green Mission

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July 16, 2017

Mission: SPACE Attraction Will Feature A New Green Mission

It was announced at the D23 Expo Parks and Resorts Panel that many new exciting changes are coming to Walt Disney World over the next few years. Luckily some of these changes we won’t have until 2019 to enjoy.

The Mission: Space attraction located in Future World at EPCOT is currently closed for refurbishment without a clear end in sight. The good news is that when it does open the Green side (non-spinning) will feature a new mission designed for the whole family to comfortably enjoy. They said that “guests are going to blast off for an orbital adventure around the planet.”

Stay tuned to Chip and Co. for more updates!

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Pixar Fest is Coming to Disneyland Resort in 2018

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July 16, 2017

Pixar Fest

At this weekend’s D23 Expo, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Bob Chapek announced new entertainment coming to Disneyland Park for Pixar fans! Coming in 2018, Pixar Fest is a limited-time combination of special characters, entertainment, and an all-new fireworks spectacular over Sleeping Beauty’s castle featuring beloved Pixar characters.

Pixar Fest

In addition to the fireworks show, Chapek announced that the Pixar Play Parade will be returning to Disneyland Resort at Disneyland Park as part of the Pixar Fest celebration. Paint the Night Parade will move to Disney California Adventure with an extended parade route.

Pixar Fest is Coming to Disneyland Resort in 2018

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15 Exciting Disney Parks and Resorts Announcements Made At D23 Expo

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July 16, 2017

Disney announced so many exciting things at the D23 Expo! New attractions, restaurants, entire lands to explore, and fully immersive resorts. Chip and Co was at the convention sending out live updates as we heard each piece of breaking news. But in case you missed any of it I’ve put together this article that sums up all 15 huge announcements.

“Making your dreams come true is who we are and what we do,” said Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Bob Chapek this afternoon in Hall D23 at D23 Expo, as he kicked off Walt Disney Parks and Resort’s presentation for 6,800 Disney fans who had gathered to hear what’s new and what’s next at Disney parks and resorts around the world.

Take a peak inside the D23 Expo Disney Parks and Resorts presentation to get an overview of things to come:

From new ways to experience Pixar at Disney California Adventure and new details about the Star Wars-themed lands under construction at Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, to an incredible assortment of new attractions and experiences planned for Walt Disney Resort in time for its 50th anniversary in 2021, there’s so much to look forward to at Disney parks and resorts in the comings months and years. It’s the stuff that Disney dreams are made of!

#1 “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge” – The official name of the new Star Wars-inspired lands

New details were revealed about the immersive Star Wars-themed lands that will open in 2019 at Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, including their name—Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. The lands are set in a remote trading port on the edge of wild space, a name that represents all the unknown adventure happening within.

Guests will find themselves in the middle of the action, whether they’re piloting the Millennium Falcon or aboard a Star Destroyer inside a hangar bay. “The scale of this attraction is unlike anything that we’ve ever done before,” Chapek said of the new lands, which raise the bar on everything that has come before.

Walt Disney Imagineer Scott Trowbridge told Disney fans, “This is a living place, a place where your choices matter.” Guests might see some “galactic credits” come their way, or they could end up on the list of a local bounty hunter.

There’ll, of course, be a cantina for unique drink concoctions (including blue milk!) with a familiar face playing DJ: the droid Rex—who’ll hopefully have more success as a DJ than he did as a star speeder pilot for Star Tours. “What could go wrong?” asked Trowbridge.

Both lands will open in 2019, but Chapek revealed today that guests of Disneyland park will be the first to visit Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.

#2 Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway
It was all started by a mouse, Chapek reminded us, before he pointed out that the most famous mouse of all has never had his own attraction—until now. Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway will allow guests to step through the movie screen and find themselves inside a Mickey Mouse cartoon short in an exciting new attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

The attraction will have an all-new story and a catchy, lovable song, Imagineer Kevin Rafferty detailed; explaining that Walt Disney Imagineering is partnering with the team at Disney Television Animation to create the attraction, which he said, will be a “mousterpiece.” Rafferty said the Imagineers are calling the new experience “2½ D”—no glasses are required to turn the flat world of the Mickey cartoon shorts into a “dimensional display of amazingness.” Plus, he revealed one exciting secret that we’re going to take as a challenge: Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway is going to have more hidden Mickeys than any other attraction anywhere in the universe. We can’t wait to start counting!

Big Plans for Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th Anniversary
2021 marks the 50th anniversary of the Walt Disney World Resort, and for a milestone that big, it’s never too early to start planning… especially when you’re planning something huge!

The teams are thinking big when it comes to Epcot, Chapek said, as they continue to realize the original vision of the park while making it more timeless and relevant than ever before. Imagineer Tom Fitzgerald, who worked on the original plans for Epcot, stressed that Epcot will always be a place where “the real becomes fantastical and the fantastical becomes real.”

Two new attractions are planned for Epcot:

#3 Ratatouille

This new ride will be coming to the France Pavilion, similar to the attraction that opened at Disneyland Paris in 2014.

#4 Guardians of the Galaxy

This brand-new E-ticket attraction will also open in time for the big anniversary. If you’re wondering why Epcot seemed like the perfect place to set the Guardians, it was revealed today that Peter Quill (aka Star-Lord) actually paid a visit to the park when he was a young boy. This promises to be an “out-of-this world adventure” with roots in an Epcot story.

#5 A new Green Mission at Mission: SPACE

And in other Epcot news, this new experience allows guests to soar over Earth.

#6 Space Themed Restaurant

Guests will also be able to dine at a brand-new restaurant that will be adjacent to the Mission:SPACE. The restaurant will allow guests to travel high above the earth and enjoy “great meals and an even greater view.”

#7 Tron Coming to Magic Kingdom

Of course, there’ll also be lots new to celebrate at Magic Kingdom park, beginning with the opening of a newTron attraction in time for the big 5-0, as well. The highest-rated attraction at Shanghai Disneyland, TRON Lightcycle Power Run is a coaster-style attraction where riders board a train of two-wheeled Lightcycles for a thrilling adventure. When the attraction opens, in time for the 2021 festivities, it will be located in an area near Space Mountain.

#8 New Theater Venue at Magic Kingdom

Also coming to Magic Kingdom is a new live entertainment theater based on the iconic Willis Theater in 1920s Kansas City. “We aim big when it comes to celebrating milestones,” Chapek said.

#9 Disney’s Hotel New York, The Art of Marvel

Disney’s Hotel New York, The Art of Marvel, planned for Disneyland Paris, would make Tony Stark proud, Chapek noted. The reimagination of Disney’s Hotel New York will transport guests into the action-packed world of Super Heroes, with comic art, Super Hero costumes, and more.

#10 Star Wars-Themed Resort Announced

If you’ve ever dreamed of truly living your own Star Wars adventure, the Star Wars-themed resort announced today will bring your wildest dreams to life. “It’s unlike anything that exists today,” Chapek said. “From the second you arrive, you will become a part of a Star Wars story! You’ll immediately become a citizen of the galaxy and experience all that entails, including dressing up in the proper attire. Once you leave Earth, you will discover a starship alive with characters, stories, and adventures that unfold all around you. It is 100-percent immersive, and the story will touch every single minute of your day—and it will culminate in a unique journey for every person who visits.”

#11 New Transportation Offerings at Walt Disney World Resort

The Walt Disney World Resort is roughly the size of the city of San Francisco, Chapek noted, so having additional ways to get around is only going to make a guest’s visit more magical. But two new forms of transportation were announced today that come with their own unique versions of Disney magic.

Vehicles themed to Minnie Mouse will soon take guests from point to point around Walt Disney World by land, while the new Disney Skyliner will get them where they’d like to go by air. With gondolas themed to beloved Disney characters, the Disney Skyliner will connect Disney’s Art of Animation, Pop Century, and Caribbean Beach resorts and other locations with Disney’s Hollywood Studios and the International Gateway at Epcot.

#12 Disney Cruise Line Fleet is Growing

Two new ships for Disney Cruise Line are currently under construction, and Chapek announced today that a third is planned as well, bringing the fleet’s total to seven ships! “We decided two ships wouldn’t be enough to hold all of the exciting new experiences we have been dreaming up to take family cruise vacations to a whole new level with immersive Disney storytelling, world-class family entertainment, and imaginative innovations that are fantastically fun and uniquely Disney,” Chapek said. “By the time all three new ships are sailing, we’ll have nearly doubled the size of our existing fleet.”

#13 Toy Story Land to Open in Summer 2018

The highly anticipated land coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios will open next summer, it was announced today.

#14 Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure

Chapek introduced a special guest to help unveil all of the exciting plans to bring new Pixar experiences to Disney California Adventure. “We’re going to have a home at Disney California Adventure,” Walt Disney and Pixar Animation Studios Chief Creative Officer John Lasseter said. The park’s pier will receive a new name and a new look as Pixar Pier allows Walt Disney Parks and Resorts to bring even more favorite characters to life. Starting next year, Pixar Fest will include a new fireworks spectacular, special characters, and entertainment moments. Also next year, the Pixar Play Parade will move to Disneyland park in order to make way for the fan-favorite Paint the Night parade, which will move to Disney California Adventure—with a brand-new float.

This fall, guests will see how their favorite Radiator Springs characters celebrate Halloween in Cars Land. For fans this means no trick—only a treat!

#15 Super Hero universe at Disney California Adventure park

“I am Groot,” announced Baby Groot during today’s presentation—revealing a big announcement that Chapek translated to share that the Guardians of the Galaxy will have super company at Disney’s California Adventure park. With Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout! the highest-rated attraction at Disney California Adventure after just two months, Chapek announced that Spider-Man and the Avengers will be joining them for a new, immersive super hero universe at the park.

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New Circle-Vision Film Coming to Epcot’s China Pavilion

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July 16, 2017

China Pavilion

The D23 Expo‘s Disney Parks and Resorts panel has provided us with plenty of exciting news as to the enhancements being made at Walt Disney World’s Epcot park. Plenty of re-imagining will be going on in Epcot’s Future World, but there was news on an update coming to the China Pavilion as well.

An announcement was made that Disney is creating a new film for the China Pavilion in Epcot’s World Showcase. The updated film will replace Reflections of China, and will be the first “seamless” Circle-Vision show. There has been no official date set for the new show’s debut.

New Circle-Vision Film Coming to Epcot's China Pavilion

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Haul-oween Celebration Coming to Disney California Adventure’s Cars Land

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July 16, 2017

A ton of Disney Parks news was announced Saturday, July 15th at the D23 Expo 2017, and there are many exciting experiences and attractions coming to Disneyland Resort including Pixar Pier, Pixar Fest, and a new Super Hero universe. Also announced during the Parks and Resorts panel, was some spook-tacular news about Disneyland Resort’s Halloween Time!

In celebration of Halloween, this Fall Radiator Springs will become the spookiest little town in Carburetor County, when Disney California Adventure’s Cars Land celebrates with Haul-oween! Cars Land will receive a special Halloween overlay, the entire land will be decorated for the holiday and you will see your favorite Radiator Springs residents dressed in costume.

Haul-oween Celebration Coming to Disney California Adventure's Cars Land

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