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Missing Candlelight Processional? We’ve got news for you!
Neil Patrick Harris Narrating the Candlelight Processional
We were pretty sad this year when we heard that Candlelight Processional in EPCOT had been canceled this year due to the global health crisis. But now, there’s a way we can get our sweet song fix AND support Disney Cast Members this holiday season!
The situation with the global pandemic is constantly developing. We’ve seen that COVID-19 testing kits can now be purchased online, and rules have recently changed out at Disneyland due to the stay-at-home order that is currently in place for Southern California.
California State Order Sign
Earlier today we also saw that Florida has received its first set of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccines and even administered the first vaccine to a nurse during this morning’s press conference. But, Florida isn’t alone in terms of receiving doses of the coronavirus vaccine. Late last night, California also received its first shipment of the vaccine.
Back in December, we were still taking in all the news that we got from Disney’s Investor Day. And, there is A LOT of content coming soon that we are really, really excited for!
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier ©Disney | Marvel
That means fans can expect Raya and the Last Dragon, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Loki, Encanto, Lightyear, Andor, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Ahoska, and more (that doesn’t even scratch the surface)! However, Disney has also announced that they will be streaming new shows that aren’t necessarily associated with the brand, including Sunny and Sister Act 3.
The situation with the global pandemic has been rapidly changing all around the world. Recently, Disneyland Paris and Hong Kong Disneyland closed again due to rising COVID-19 numbers in the area, and Southern California was placed under a regional stay-at-home order based on its ICU numbers.
Health Signage
There’s also been some news in terms of a COVID-19 vaccine, with the Pfizer vaccine approved and the expectation of thousands of doses being distributed to Florida soon, including many to Orlando. And today a vaccine milestone was reached — the first Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines have been received and administered in Florida.
As far as Disney accessories go, there’s a pair of Minnie ears for nearly every taste!
Wall of Minnie Ears
Whether you want ears for the holiday season, ears based on your favorite Disney princess, or ears to match the newest color trend, Disney’s got you covered! Ears have been such a popular Disney accessory that other brands have begun to release them as well, like Loungefly. Today we spotted a new pair available from Entertainment Earth — and they’re based on a classic Disney film!
The Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction collections have been INCREDIBLY popular this year!
Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Jungle Cruise Merch
With 12 series based on different classic Disney attractions, this collection has been selling out online and flying off the shelves in the parks all year long! We’ve seen series based on fan-favorites like Haunted Mansion and Peter Pan’s Flight, so it’s no surprise that guests want to rep their favorite attractions through Minnie ears, plushes, or backpacks. Now, an item from the Jungle Cruise series is back in stock online, so if you missed out the first time, you’ll want to check this out!
There have been SO MANY new pairs of Minnie ears lately!
Champagne Minnie Mouse Ears
Last week, we saw not one, not two, but THREE new pairs of ears land in the parks on the same day: the Champagne Minnie Ears, the Mermaid Minnie Ears, and the Cornflower Blue Minnie Ears! Not to mention the fact that the Christmas Sweater Minnie Ears FINALLY arrived in Disney World just a few days before that. And if you’re eyeing one of these new pairs of ears but can’t make it to the parks, don’t fear, we’re noticing them start to pop up online as well — this morning the Mermaid Minnie Ears made their way to shopDisney!
There have been SO many new Dooney & Bourke collections this year!
Dooney & Bourke Tangled Collection
Recently, we’ve seen Tangled, Disney Cats and Dogs, and even some festive holiday bags! And now, some of our favorite friends from the Hundred Acre Wood are getting their own Dooney & Bourke bags!
Although Disney’s Investor Day dropped all sorts of news about the films and shows coming soon, we’re still HIGHLY anticipating the release of Soul on Disney+ on Christmas!
Soul Merchandise
There’s less than two weeks away until we can jam out to Joe Gardner’s jazz music, and Disney has totally hopped on the merchandise train with new face masks, MagicBands, and more!
There’s no doubt that the holidays look a bit different this year in Disney World.
Castle Projections
With holiday cavalcades instead of parades, no New Year’s Eve fireworks, and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party cancelled, it can be easy to miss the past holidays at Disney. However, Disney has released a video of last year’s “Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks” for us to enjoy at home!
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