Here's How Disney College Program Participants Are Saying Goodbye in Disney World (Warning: You Might Cry)

Here’s How Disney College Program Participants Are Saying Goodbye in Disney World (Warning: You Might Cry)

Today is the last day Disney World will be open until the end of the month due to the Coronavirus outbreak (and we’re getting pretty emotional).

Cinderella Castle

While many guests will miss visiting the parks during this time, the Disney College Program participants are officially having to say goodbye. Along with other Disney programs, the Disney College Program is temporarily being shut down due to the park closures. And, while the kids in the programs have to bid farewell to the magic for now, they have all brought a little bit of their own pixie dust into Magic Kingdom today.

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Spotted! The Mickey Mouse Club Ear Bowl Has Popped Up Somewhere Else in Disney World!

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Hi, All! If you're looking for information related to the current closures and their effect on the Disney Parks, click here for all the up-to-date details and click here for answers to dozens of reader FAQs. Here at DFB our thoughts are with all who have been affected. While the parks are closed, we will continue reporting and writing articles our readers will need and use once the parks reopen. Thank you for your support.

Oh, Mickey, you’re so fine! You’re so fine, you blow our mind!!

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We LOVE all things Mickey Mouse in Disney World! While we especially love Mickey bars, Mickey pretzels, and Mickey cookies, now there’s the PERFECT way to take home (or take outside before it melts) some ice cream in a Mickey souvenir!

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Salt and Straw Temporarily Changes Its Hours in Downtown Disney

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Disneyland has officially closed until the end of the month (and we miss it already!).

Salt & Straw in Downtown Disney

However, Downtown Disney is open for guests already in Disneyland to dine and shop while they relax! But, along with the change in operating hours in Downtown Disney, one of our favorite ice cream shops is tweaking their schedule too!

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Some Jaleo Restaurants are Temporarily Closing Due to Health Concerns

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With the parks at Disney World preparing to close amid coronavirus concerns, some Disney Springs locations are still considering next steps.

Jaleo

As of press time, Disney Springs will remain open during the park closure, but some individual locations are still choosing to temporarily shut their doors. Some stores have announced that they will be temporarily closed and House of Blues is cancelling several scheduled events. Another location that might be impacted is the Spanish restaurant, Jaleo.

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Here Are the Transportation Options Available At Disney World During the Lengthy Closure

By Brianna LeCompte 1 Comment

With the parks closed until at least the end of March in response to the coronavirus outbreak, Disney World has scaled back the transportation options available to guests.

Epcot

The Disney World parks will be closed from the end of the day on Sunday, March 15th through at least the end of the month. While Disney Springs and Disney Resort Hotels are scheduled to remain open at press time, it appears there will likely be reduced transportation options available. PLEASE NOTE: This post has been updated with NEW information regarding Walt Disney World transportation as of March 16, 2020.

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House of Blues in Disney Springs Announced Event Cancellations Due to the Coronavirus Outbreak

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House of Blues has announced event cancellations in response to the coronavirus outbreak.

House of Blues in Disney Springs

As the situation with the coronavirus continues to progress, House of Blues in Disney Springs has announced that they will be cancelling some upcoming events to protect guests and crew members.

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News! Some Disney Springs Stores Are Closing as a Health Precaution!

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Today is the last day that Disney World will be open until the end of the month (sad face) due to the Coronavirus closures.

Disney Springs

Although Disney Springs will be open during this time, different locations are taking precautions to protect guests. While the AMC Theatre has lowered its showtime capacity and the Paella Block Party has been postponed, stores have started to announce closures in response to the outbreak.

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News: Orlando International Airport TSA Officer Tested Positive for Coronavirus

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We know this has been a deeply troubling time for many families impacted by the Coronavirus. We’ve heard of several parties forced to cancel or reschedule trips to Disney World along with Disney Cast Members being sent home in an effort to protect guests from COVID-19.

Orange County International Airport

We have received news that we felt needed to be shared with any readers who have been been passing through the Orlando International Airport in the midst of the latest events.

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ALL the Disney NEWS and REVIEWS This Week: Here’s Everything You NEED To Know!

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We’ve been hard at work in the parks scoping out all the latest news for you and today we have all the details on what’s happening due to the ongoing Coronavirus closures and more.

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic ALL Disney Parks will be closed until the end of the month. See all of our coverage HERE.

Cinderella Castle

We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in…

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What’s New at Disney’s Art of Animation, Pop Century, and All-Star Resorts: New Drinks, Mulan Merch, PLUS a McDonald’s Update!

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We’ve got a brand-new Disney World update for you! We did some resort hopping to see what we could find at Disney’s Art of Animation, Pop Century, and the All-Star Resorts!

Cars Building at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

And just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, we found some festive drinks and merchandise!

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