food IS a theme park
The 50th Anniversary Celebrations have officially kicked off in Disney World!
Cinderella Castle
New restaurants, rides, snacks, and more have arrived. But what about the things that WON’T be available this October? Let’s take a look at all the hotels, rides, and shows that will be CLOSED in Disney World this next month.
Holidays in Disney Parks can feel extra magical, from the decorations and new merchandise, to special events like Candlelight Processional.
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What if there was a place you could visit and feel that Disney holiday magic all year? We’ve got a bit of that in Disney World with select shops that offer holiday merchandise year-round, like Ye Olde Christmas Shop in Magic Kingdom. Well, Disneyland visitors are in luck, because soon they’ll be able to step into a new holiday store, open all year!
October is here, friends!!
Cinderella Castle
The first full month of fall has arrived in Disney World, and we’re hoping it will bring some cooler weather with it! A lot of people are heading to Disney this month for the 50th anniversary, so if you’re planning on being a part of that group, you need to know all the new and exciting things happening! Here are the 5 best things to do in October in Disney World.
Ugly Christmas sweater season has begun! In October?! Yes, in October!! Both Disneyland and Disney World can get pretty cold in the winter, and it’s generally a good idea to pack a sweater or two if you’re visiting during the holiday season!
Don’t forget to pack a sweater if you’re visiting during the holiday sesaon!
And what’s better than wearing matching “ugly” sweaters in a Disney Park!? Disney just released some really great “ugly” holiday sweaters and they could be perfect for a holiday Disney trip or just for some awesome family photos at home!
After years of waiting, Space 220 finally opened in EPCOT!
The Lift-Offs, also known as the Appetizers at Space 220!
During our trip to the Centauri Space Station we tried everything (yes, EVERYTHING) on the dinner menu. We’re talking all 7 appetizers, all 7 entrees, and all 5 desserts (oh, and 2 bonus add-on items too). We’ve already shared our full dinner review, but now we’re sharing our ultimate ranking of every single item on the Space 220 dinner menu from WORST to BEST!
Quick service restaurants, table service restaurants, signature dining, character dining, lounges, snack carts, specialty drinks, festival booths, exclusive treats — (*deep breath*) — whew! There are a LOT of places to eat and things to snack on in Disney’s theme parks.
Let’s try it out!
If Disney’s offered it, the DFB team has been there to try it. We shared photos, reviews, and our best dining tips about all of these restaurants and food options, and we’ve also learned a LOT about Disney dining along the way.
Does anything say Halloween more than the classic movie Hocus Pocus? We think not!
Hocus Pocus Plushes
And we love this time of year because we usually get a lot of fun Hocus Pocus merchandise! So far, we’ve seen some fun mugs, Crocs, and even makeup! But now, there are some new Hocus Pocus collectibles on shopDisney that fans will put a spell on you!
Disney World’s 50th anniversary kicked off on Friday and there are so many ways to celebrate!
Cinderella Castle in its 50th Anniversary decor!
We’ve watched new fireworks, tried a ton of new food, seen new merchandise, and so much more! Another way Disney is celebrating is through music. And now, you can listen to the special song created for the 50th anniversary at home!
We admit it, sometimes our imagination can get the best of us!
Happily Ever After Fireworks
Our team knows the ins and outs of the parks like it’s our job (because it is!), so we’re well aware that Disney is dedicated to guest safety and has TONS of precautions in place. But we still have some, well, wild fears that can creep their way into our minds, even though we “know better.” Here are the 15 most irrational Disney World fears of the DFB team!
Happy 50th anniversary, Disney World! We’re so excited about the big celebration that’s happening at the parks!
Cinderella Castle in its 50th Anniversary decor!
And to quote Mickey Mouse, “Oh, Boy!” It has been a busy past few days. We’ve been checking out the new character cavalcade, the new character EARidescent outfits, the SNACKS (ALWAYS the snacks), and more! And of course, we’re SO excited about the NEW Disney Enchantment Fireworks!
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