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News: Disney World’s Rise of the Resistance Reportedly Won’t Use Boarding Groups At Reopening

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It’s been quite the day so far with exciting news coming out of Disney World. For those itching to get back to Galaxy’s Edge when Disney’s Hollywood Studios reopens in Disney World on July 15, they may be happy to know that many of the major attractions and shops will be open.

Lieutenant Beck on Rise of the Resistance

And yep — the reopening list includes the fan favorite Rise of the Resistance! This attraction has been the must-ride choice since it opened in December of 2019.

But we’re also getting word of another MAJOR development that will change the way we’ve come to experience “getting in line” for this ride!

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Character Interactions Won’t Be Planned or Scheduled — But Here’s Where You’ll Find Them When Disney World Reopens!

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We’ve learned a LOT about Disney World’s theme park reopenings this week.

Buzz Lightyear

Since Disney announced that many of our favorite entertainment options would be unavailable (shows, parades, and character meet and greets) we’ve been wondering how we’ll interact with characters and performers in the reopened parks. Yesterday, we learned that characters will be VERY present in the reopened parks, and today, we’ve got even MORE info!

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Here’s How You’ll Interact With the Characters When Disney World Reopens!

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Disney World isn’t even open yet, but the last few hours have sure been a crazy ride!

Big Thunder Mountain

And here’s the thing: now that the proverbial flood gates have opened, Disney World info seems to be gushing OUT! In addition to finding out Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival is now starting July 15th, MagicBands will no longer be given to resort guest for free next year, and Mickey’s-Not-So-Scary Halloween Party being canceled, even more details about Disney World’s attractions and entertainment have come spilling out!

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NEWS: Here’s the Full List of Tours That Will Not Be Available When Walt Disney World Reopens

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Walt Disney World Resort will begin reopening to guests at select Resort hotels on June 22nd followed by the theme parks beginning on July 11th.

Cinderella Castle

While we have known for some time that — upon initial reopening — experiences around the Resort will see modifications (and, in some cases, will be unavailable), we are getting a full picture of what that means for specific offerings and special events. For instance, it was just announced that Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party has been canceled for this fall. (The Epcot Food and Wine Festival, however, will return SOON!). [Read more…]

The Ultimate List of Disney World Dates You NEED to Know Before You Go

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It seems like there’s always something special happening at Disney World!

Mickey Mouse

But even though some three-day weekends and holidays tend to bring heavier crowds to Disney World, you really need to know about these more unique events if you’re trying to avoid lots of people!

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Here’s What Qualifies — and Doesn’t Qualify — as a Mask in Disney World!

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As the Walt Disney World theme parks welcome guests again, it’s only natural that there are questions GALORE!

Early Morning at Cinderella Castle

There are a LOT of new guidelines and policies to keep up with. Don’t worry if you’re still super confused, because we’ve got ya covered…literally!

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Happy Birthday, Galaxy’s Edge! Here’s What’s Happened in ONE FULL YEAR Of Disney’s “Star Wars Lands”

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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.

 

Can you believe it’s already been a FULL year since Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opened in Disneyland? The ambitious new land, which takes guests to the Black Spire Outpost on the planet of Batuu, first opened to guests on May 31, 2019.

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

Let’s take a look back on all the developments, speculations, excitement, and anticipation leading up to the official opening day of Galaxy’s Edge AND what has happened in its first year!

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NEWS! Revised Park Hours Posted for Disney World’s Planned Reopening!

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After a lengthy closure, Disney World has submitted a proposal for reopening the parks!

Magic Kingdom

Disney World has proposed a reopening date of July 11th for Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom, followed by a reopening date of July 15th for Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Upon reopening, guests will need to make a reservation in order to visit the parks, and some entertainment such as parades, fireworks, and character meet-and-greets will be temporarily suspended.

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Can You Conquer These 5 Disney World CHALLENGES?

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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.

 

We all have a little bit of a competitive streak (Disney board games are the bomb.)!

Cinderella Castle and Main Street, U.S.A. in Disney World

That’s why conquering Disney World challenges is so satisfying. These are some of the BIGGEST challenges out there that we dare you to complete during your next Disney vacation!

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Just How Well Do You REALLY Know Disney World’s Hollywood Studios?

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From a new name to new lands, Disney World’s Hollywood Studios has gotten its fair share of changes over its lifetime.

‘Star Wars’: Galaxy’s Edge

While we remember some of the good ole’ days with the Backlot Tour and celebrate the new gems with Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Hollywood Studios has SO many details that you might not know about.

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