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UPDATE: The welcome show no longer has hours listed for October 1st. Instead, hours are not listed until October 4th. We’ll be on the lookout for more updates.
There are quite a few things happening in Disney World on October 1st!
The big day is almost here!
It’s the 50th Anniversary of Disney World, so there are going to be decorations, special entertainment, and new offerings around all four parks. Now, it looks like a fan-favorite show may be returning that day as well!
Looking for BBQ? Loads of Disney merchandise? Cupcakes? Giant cookies? Well, then Disney Springs is the place to go!
Disney Springs
There are a multitude of shops and restaurants you can check out throughout Disney Springs. And now there’s one more shop you can add to your list to check out!
We’re constantly keeping an eye out for special deals and discounts at Disney World and Disneyland.
Sleeping Beauty Castle
Disney trips can be expensive, so any way to save money is a big deal! We found a new discount available at Disneyland Resort that you’ll want to check out as you plan your upcoming vacation.
There are lots of things to do on Disney World property, but sometimes you might find yourself looking for a hotel, convenience store, restaurant, or something else near Disney World, but off property. That’s where the Flamingo Crossings shopping center can come in.
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Disney has been working on the planning of the Flamingo Crossings shopping center for quite some time now. The shopping center is located just a few minutes from Disney World property and is already home to some hotels and a new housing area for Disney’s College Program participants. It is also set to feature restaurants, shops, and more that Disney guests can enjoy within a close distance from the parks. Now, more retailers have been announced for this space!
Today marks the first day that guests did not need to obtain a boarding pass to ride Rise of the Resistance at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Rope Drop Crowds
And as a result, we saw some crowds and some pretty hefty wait times for the attraction that is currently only using a standby-only line. But there will soon be a few ways to beat the line!
The more, the merrier! Duffy and Friends are welcoming a seventh member to their club next week — a sleuthing fox named LinaBell!
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LinaBell’s adventurous nature makes her the perfect addition to Duffy’s social circle, which currently consists of ShellieMay, Gelatoni, StellaLou, CookieAnn, and ‘Olu Mel.
October 1st is a little over a week away, and we’re doing our best to prepare for the big day!
It’s going to be a big day in Disney World!
In case you’re not caught up on the latest details, next week is Disney World’s big 50th Anniversary, and it’s bringing some exciting new offerings to the parks! We’ll get two new fireworks shows, a daytime show, special decorations, a new restaurant, AND a new ride. And if you’re hoping to check out the new ride, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, then we’ve got some important information you need to know!
Halloween is in full spooky swing at the Disney parks.
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As part of this season, a new Muppets Haunted Mansion Halloween special is coming to Disney+ on October 8th. The show will feature original songs, celebrity appearances, and, of course, lots of Muppets. You can watch the official trailer for it now. But Disney+ isn’t the only place where you’ll see Haunted Mansion Muppets — it’s planning to take over a popular Disney World attraction’s pre-show as well!
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance remains one of the most popular rides in Disney World.
Rise of the Resistance
Until recently, the only way to experience this attraction, however, was to tap those fingers VERY quickly and try to get one of a limited number of available Boarding Groups. But, starting today, September 23rd, Disney paused the use of Boarding Groups for Rise of the Resistance. That means you can now just hop in the regular standby line to get in on all the Star Wars fun. Just how long did it take us to ride the ride today? We’re sharing all of that information with you right here!
It’s hard to believe that October is right around the corner.
Mickey Pumpkin
With Boo Bash in Disney World and Oogie Boogie Bash at Disneyland, we’ve already been celebrating the Halloween season recently. But there’s a NEW way to get in the spooky mood that’s coming soon to Disney+. You can watch the official trailer for it now!
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