Park Hours and Theme Park Availability for Disney World's 50th Anniversary!

Park Hours and Theme Park Availability for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary!

It’s finally here — Disney World will turn 50 years old in just one week, on Friday, October 1st. The 50th Anniversary Celebration has been a long time coming, and we can’t wait to check out all of the new entertainment, dining experiences, merchandise, and more!

Cinderella Castle

Are you heading to Disney World next week to celebrate? If so, it’s important to double-check those park hours as well as the current Park Pass Reservation availability so you can anticipate how crowded it could get, plus plan your days out in the parks!

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ALERT! Disney World Just Dropped a NEW Park Food MagicBand!

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We’re not exactly subtle about the fact that we LOVE Disney World food.

Dole Whip!

Premium Mickey bars, Dole Whips, Mickey waffles, plastic cheese…it’s all got a very special place in our hearts. So when we found this new MagicBand, we almost couldn’t contain our excitement! It’s the most perfect MagicBand for people like us who can’t get enough of delicious Disney World snacks. And you might qualify for a special discount on it as well! [Read more…]

Do YOU Qualify for Disney World’s New Port Orleans Resort MagicBand?

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Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — both the French Quarter and Riverside sides — are set to reopen in just a few weeks!

Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter

Reservations for these spots are also already open. Guests staying at Disney World’s resort hotels and Annual Passholders sometimes have the ability to buy some MagicBand designs early or at a special discount. Well, if you’re a huge fan of Disney’s Port Orleans Resort, there’s a new MagicBand design you might just have to check out!

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Song Details, Runtime, and More Announced for EPCOT’s New Fireworks Show

By Kelly Oliveros 1 Comment

In just a few days, not one, but TWO brand new fireworks shows will debut in Disney World — Harmonious at EPCOT and Disney Enchantment at Magic Kingdom.

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So far, we’ve gotten a peek at the music that’ll be used in these shows, information about showtimes, and details about how you can watch these shows at home. But, now we’ve got even more details to share with you about Harmonious and just what to expect from this new nighttime spectacular!

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Magic Kingdom’s New Fireworks Show Will Transport Guests Through A Mary Blair-Inspired Sequence!

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Disney World is turning 50 years old this year! And in case you haven’t noticed, the whole resort is getting ready to put on a HUGE 50th Anniversary Celebration.

The 50th is almost here!

And there is SO much going on at the parks in anticipation of the big day. We’ve seen golden statues all over the resort, we’ve watched Cinderella Castle get a 50th anniversary update, we noticed a birthday cake and topiary appear at Magic Kingdom, and we’ve seen testing for the upcoming Disney Enchantment fireworks show!

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PHOTOS: Will You Get the Latest Disney x Starbucks Items Before They Sell Out?!

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A LOT of new 50th Anniversary merchandise was released in Disney World recently.

LOTS of merchandise!

We found new Minnie ears, a gorgeous Starbucks tumbler, and plenty of other goodies to celebrate Disney World’s 50th. But wait, there’s MORE! Some NEW Disney World x Starbucks souvenirs have arrived in the parks and we have a feeling these (like any of the other Starbucks x Disney items) could sell out quick!

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UPDATE: Find Out What’ll Be CLOSED In Disney World Next Week

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We see construction around the parks and hotels pretty often in Disney World.

LOTS of scaffolding at Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster

Since Disney is constantly updating and refurbishing the hotels, attractions, and rides, sometimes they can be shut down or at least partially closed for a bit. We’re looking at what’s going to be CLOSED for refurbishments this week in Disney World so that you can be prepared before your upcoming vacation.

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Disney World Is Seeing a COLD FRONT Ahead of the 50th Anniversary

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Are you ready for a whole new month in Disney World?

Cinderella Castle

We sure hope so, because it’s coming! If you’re kicking off October in the Most Magical Place on Earth, you might want to know what kind of weather you can expect. Don’t worry, we’re here to help! This is a FULL update on the weather in Disney World next week AND how to prep for the forecast.

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PHOTOS: You Won’t Find Disney’s Latest 50th Anniversary Decorations in the Parks!

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50th Anniversary decorations are all over the place in Disney World right now.

Love This Pair!

We’ve seen lots of golden character statues, banners in all of the parks, signs at the entrance to Disney World, and even new Cinderella Coach pumpkins taking over Main Street, U.S.A. It’s practically impossible to ignore the big celebrations that are starting October 1st. But Disney’s newest 50th Anniversary decorations aren’t in the parks at all! In fact, they’re not even on Disney World property.

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Early Theme Park Entry Will Start SOONER Than Expected in Disney World

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The 50th Anniversary is set to bring all kinds of new things to Disney World.

We’re Going to Disney World!

One of the perks that will be available starting on October 1st is Early Theme Park Entry. This special benefit gives all guests staying at Disney World Resort hotels and select other hotels the chance to enter any Disney World theme park 30 minutes early on any day! As we noted above, this perk was set to begin on October 1st, but it looks like plans have changed.

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