food IS a theme park
Thanks to The Mandalorian, Baby Yoda, aka Grogu, aka The Child, is just about EVERYWHERE right now.
Baby Yoda
We’ve seen Baby Yoda plushes, Baby Yoda T-shirts, Baby Yoda Rice Krispie Treats, and a Baby Yoda Photopass opp! We can’t escape the Baby Yoda!
Disney Parks all over the world closed last year, with Disneyland remaining closed, while others have reopened and shut down again.
Main Street, U.S.A.
Although Disney World has remained reopened since last summer, COVID-19 cases in Florida have steadily been on the rise. According to First Coast News, the White House Task Force has now recommended that Florida should close all gyms, bars, and restaurants in the state.Â
Up fans: we’ve got BIG news for you!
Festival of the Arts
The new Up designer ears by Darren Wilson debuted at EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts on January 22nd, and WOW were they stunning. But if you don’t live close to Disney World, you weren’t able to grab a pair for yourself — until now.
EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts has LOTS of unique finds.
Festival of the Arts
We’ve seen live entertainment, hidden characters, and a paint-by-number mural! But the exhibits often have some amazing wares to show off, too. After all, the stunning artisanship is what makes Festival of the Arts so…artsy. Today, we found something we have to show you!
Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at Disney Springs!
Disney Springs
And, we’ve got plenty of merchandise, food, and construction updates to share with you. So, what are you waiting for? Let’s jump right on in!
Ashley Eckstein is not just the voice of Ahsoka Tano in Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars: Rebels, she’s also the founder of the geek fashion label Her Universe.
Ahsoka Tano White Lightsaber Hilts
She’s also made many appearances at Disney World, signing Ahsoka lightsaber hilts and judging Halloween contests at The Edison. Many fans have spotted her just hanging out in the parks, too! Now fans have another chance to meet Ashley!
Back in December, restaurants in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District faced another round temporary closures due to a regional Stay-At-Home order mandated by the California Governor. And, it wasn’t until recently that California lifted the order, meaning that outdoor dining can return to the state.
Downtown Disney
This means that active eating and drinking are allowed again at Downtown Disney as long as guests are stationary and physically distanced. In response, we’re now starting to see restaurants announcing their reopening dates. And, today three joined the list and are set to open at the end of the month!
Disney Vacation Club members are being treated to some special things this year in celebration of DVC’s 30th Anniversary.
Magic Kingdom
So far, some special DVC merchandise has been released, there’s a virtual musical event that members will get to enjoy, and DVC members will also get to enjoy the member lounge at EPCOT all throughout 2021. And now, there’s a new park adventure just for DVC Members!
Disney+ has lots of new TV shows and movies on the way.
©Disney
We’ve recently gotten a trailer for the upcoming original Flora & Ulysses, binge-watched WandaVision, and got excited for everything coming to the streaming platform in February. But now we have even MORE Disney+ news for you!
This year, the Disney Vacation Club is celebrating its 30th Anniversary and members are being treated to all kinds of fun!
Journey into Imagination
So far, we’ve seen a shirt, magnet, and more released to celebrate the occasion. There’s also a musical virtual event called “We Go On” that is “made for members.” And NOW the Disney Vacation Club has shared that the DVC Member Lounge at the Imagination! Pavilion in EPCOT will be open throughout 2021!
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