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By Beth Deitchman
The Year of the Pig is nearly upon us, and Shanghai Disney Resort is hosting an unforgettable Chinese New Year celebration from January 19–February 19. Guests from near and far can experience an abundance of offerings and activities that celebrate Chinese customs and, thanks to a little Disney magic, will create fun new memories for families and friends of all ages.
Decorating one’s home for the holiday is a time-honored Chinese New Year tradition, and Shanghai Disney Resort will also dress its most festive best. Look for shades of red and gold throughout Shanghai Disneyland, along with vibrant Mickey lanterns, Chinese couplets, floral garlands, peach flowers, paper decorations, and more throughout the resort. You’ll also want to keep an ear out for Chinese New Year melodies that complete the immersive New Year experience for guests.
On Mickey Avenue, favorite characters will don their newest Chinese New Year costumes to take pictures together in front of special New Year-inspired photo backdrops. In addition to Mickey and his pals, Duffy, ShellieMay, Gelatoni, and StellaLou, be sure to spot Goofy in his God of Fortune costume, adding extra energy and excitement to the festivities.
And in honor of the Year of the Pig, one of our favorite porcine pals—Hamm from the Toy Story films—will be in the spotlight, signifying luck and good fortune. In the Garden of the Twelve Friends, the pig zodiac will also be adorned with golden coins and red couplets, creating a special photo opportunity for guests. A beautiful archway and spinning centerpiece in the Gardens of Imagination will also help create happy holiday memories as guests pose for pictures with family and friends.
On select evenings at the Resort, the nightly showing of Ignite the Dream: A Nighttime Spectacular of Magic and Light will be topped off with the Chinese New Year 2019 Firework Celebration: A Feast of Love and Light. Look to the skies on January 25–26, every day from February 4–10, and on the Lantern Festival on February 19. Every morning during the celebration, Mickey and Minnie will preside over a customary drum ceremony near the Storytellers Statue to bring good fortune and happy wishes to the start of the day. Mickey and his pals will also gather in Celebration Square throughout the day for a special high-energy performance of Shanghai Swing that just might inspire guests to swing along.
The Garden of the Twelve Friends transforms for the holiday into the Wishing Garden, where guests can write their New Year wishes on wish cards and hang them in special locations around the garden area to send out their hopes and dreams for a prosperous year ahead.
At the Wishing Star Market in Disneytown, a special Chinese New Year carnival will feature traditional Chinese snacks, festive décor, charming photo locations, and the Wishing Star Skating Rink, where guests will glide their way to memories that will last a lifetime.
For the first time ever, on February 4 and 5, guests visiting Once Upon A Time Adventure at Enchanted Storybook Castle will hear a Shanghainese narration of the attraction’s opening scenes. The new soundtrack was recorded by Pan Hong, who previously provided the attraction’s Mandarin voiceover.
The celebration for the senses extends to the taste buds, and the Resort has planned special reunion dinners on February 4 and 5. Families and friends can gather for this longstanding tradition in the Cinderella Ballroom at the Shanghai Disneyland Hotel, where the festivities include special activities for children and a live screening of the Chinese New Year Gala on televisions throughout the ballroom.
Lumière’s Kitchen in the Shanghai Disneyland Hotel hosts a Chinese New Year Feast from February 3–10, featuring a magnificent buffet and photo opportunities with Disney friends. There are also festive food offerings in Shanghai Disneyland throughout the celebration at Wandering Moon Restaurant, the Royal Banquet Hall, Remy’s Patisserie, and Il Paperino.
Guests will come home with lasting memories from this year’s Chinese New Year celebration, but there will also be more than 40 limited-edition Chinese New Year merchandise items that might be impossible to resist. The new Chinese New Year merchandise collection takes inspiration from customary colors and symbols in the Chinese culture. Vibrant red and gold hues reflect joy and prosperity, while the golden pig, lantern designs, couplets, gold ingots, and other traditional elements help create a diverse array of holiday gift choices. Plus, Lucky Bags are back this year, filled with exclusive holiday merchandise inspired by Hamm the pig. Among the must-have items are plushes, fashionable fleeces, dazzling Minnie headbands, limited-edition Chinese New Year Pins, and so much more.
The festivities begin this Saturday, January 19. Visit ShanghaiDisneyResort.com for more information.
Enjoy this recipe from the Epcot International Festival of the Arts.
Serves 4
PORK BELLY
1/4 cup salt
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon black pepper
2 pounds pork belly
2 teaspoons olive oil
TOMATO JAM
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 tablespoons diced onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pound plum tomatoes, diced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
Coarse salt, freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves
SOUS VIDE EGG
4 large eggs
ROMAINE PURÉE
1/2 cup frozen spinach leaves, thawed
3/4 cup chopped romaine lettuce
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
HERB CRUMB
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
GARNISH
Dijon mustard
Micro basil, optional
FOR PORK BELLY:
FOR TOMATO JAM:
FOR SOUS VIDE EGG:
FOR ROMAINE PURÉE:
FOR HERB CRUMB:
TO SERVE:
Cook’s Note: If you don’t have a sous vide machine, just soft-boil the eggs on the stovetop. Bring a saucepan of water to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Using a slotted spoon, carefully lower eggs into water one at a time. Cook 6 minutes (set a timer!). Transfer to an ice bath for 2 minutes to make them easier to peel.
What to drink: Try a smooth Cabernet Sauvignon from Washington State.
This recipe has been converted from a larger quantity in the restaurant kitchens.
The flavor profile may vary from the restaurant’s version.
All recipes are the property of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc.,
and may not be reproduced without express permission.
By Karina Schink
Lunar New Year is quickly approaching, and we are ready to usher in the Year of the Pig (Pua is going to be so happy!). From the yummy treats and eats to special visits from a legendary Chinese warrior, here is everything happening at Disney California Adventure’s Lunar New Year Celebration from January 25 to February 17, 2019.
Events
Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession
Not only is she a girl worth fighting for, she is the girl fighting. Fa Mulan and her trusty(-ish) sidekick Mushu are here to celebrate. This is one of our favorite Lunar New Year traditions. From all of the brightly colored costumes, to the dragon, drummers, and dancers, it’s a spectacle, we for one, don’t want to miss.
And this year, in honor of the new Year of the Pig, three famous (little) ones will be joining the procession, fully clad in their own festive garb!
Food
Paradise Gardens Park is getting a makeover during the celebration, and the best part? It’s all because of food! You’ll be able to feast on a delectable array of Asian-inspired fare.
Lucky 8 Lantern
Prosperity Bao & Buns
Longevity Noodle Co.
Red Dragon Spice Traders
Your new year will already be off to a great start with all of these tasty treats, and to make it even better, you can make your culinary trip last longer with the 2019 Lunar New Year Sip and Savor Pass.
Your pass will consist of a commemorative credential and six coupons redeemable for food and beverage offerings (not including alcohol) at these select Lunar New Year Marketplace locations:
You can purchase the Sip and Savor Pass for $39 at Elias & Co., Kingswell Camera Shop, Festival Gifts, the Sip and Savor Cart and at each Lunar New Year Marketplace.
Paradise Garden Grill
If you’re looking for a bigger meal, you can head over to Paradise Garden Grill where the restaurant will be serving a very special Asian-inspired menu during the celebration.
So, be sure to plan your trip for Disney California Adventure’s Lunar New Year (and avoid bringing dishonor on your cow), because this is going to be one celebration you don’t want to miss.
By Beth Deitchman
On any stroll through a Disney park, there is magic in the details—and parkgoers embrace that spirit in the most fashionable ways. Today, Vogue.com transforms its popular Street Style coverage into Main Street Style in celebration of the World’s Biggest Mouse Party at Disney Parks for Mickey’s and Minnie’s 90th anniversary. The digital hub showcases character-meets-couture looks at every resort around the world, featuring Disney’s Main Streets in California, Florida, Paris, and Hong Kong and on Mickey Avenue in Shanghai and the World Bazaar at Tokyo. Visit Vogue.com now to see how stylish park goers, influencers, and models bring their own blend of pixie dust to Disney parks, and for your own fashion inspiration.
Vogue traveled to every Disney resort with famed fashion photographer Dan Roberts, who captured a gorgeous gallery of photos that spotlight new park merchandise inspired by the true original himself, Mickey Mouse. You can find these pieces and more, such as the Disney x Levi’s Mickey Mouse Jacket, at the parks or on shopDisney.com. Luxury designers and brands such as Yves St Laurent, rag & bone, and Shinola have also invited Disney fan fashionistas to celebrate Mickey and Minnie’s magical milestones in style.
“Disney fans around the world have come together to celebrate 90 years of Mickey and Minnie and it’s inspiring to see how these beloved characters are incorporated into personal style,” said Jill Estorino, executive vice president of global marketing and sales for Disney Parks, Experiences and Consumer Products. “This collaboration with Vogue is the perfect tribute to Mickey and Minnie’s impact on fashion and pop culture, and we hope fans will continue to celebrate through the year with the World’s Biggest Mouse Party.”
You can continue to celebrate 90 years of Mickey Mouse throughout the parks and on Disney Cruise Line, including these special, limited-time celebrations:
By Beth Deitchman
By A blockbuster end to Marvel Studios’ most shocking cliffhanger of all time… A new chapter in the iconic Skywalker Saga… Favorite toys and Frozen friends embark on new adventures and the circle of life continues. The Walt Disney Studios will once again make movie magic in 2019, and you won’t want to miss a minute of it. Here are all of the dates you need to circle in red on your calendar, in order of release.
Marvel Studios’ Captain Marvel—March 8
Oscar® winner Brie Larson stars in the all-new adventure that takes us back to a time in the Marvel Cinematic Universe that we haven’t experienced until now—the 1990s. When a galactic war between two alien reaches Earth, Carol Danvers finds herself and small cadre of allies at the center of the maelstrom. Captain Marvel takes us along on Danvers’ journey to become one of the universe’s most powerful heroes.
The film also stars Samuel L. Jackson, Ben Mendelsohn, Djimon Hounsou, Lee Pace, Lashana Lynch, Gemma Chan, Rune Temte, Algenis Perez Soto, Mckenna Grace, with Annette Bening, with Clark Gregg, and Jude Law.
Marvel Studios’ Captain Marvel is produced by Kevin Feige and directed by Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck. Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Jonathan Schwartz, Patricia Whitcher and Stan Lee are the executive producers. The story is by Nicole Perlman & Meg LeFauve and Anna Boden & Ryan Fleck & Geneva Robertson-Dworet, and the screenplay is by Anna Boden & Ryan Fleck & Geneva Robertson-Dworet.
Dumbo—March 29
Our spirits soared at first sight of the peculiar pachyderm in the trailer for the all-new adventure from Disney and visionary director Tim Burton. Dumbo takes the classic story we know and love and expands upon it. Colin Farrell stars as former circus star Holt Farrier, who, along with his children, Milly (Nico Parker) and Joe (Finley Hobbins), is tasked by circus owner Max Medici (Danny DeVito) with caring for a certain baby elephant with oversized ears—ears that enable Dumbo to take flight. Our hero’s unlikely talent captivates crowds and launches an incredible comeback for Medici’s circus… and also attracts the attention of persuasive entrepreneur V.A. Vandevere (Michael Keaton), who is determined to make Dumbo the star of his new and exciting entertainment venture. Dumbo takes to the air with the talented aerial artist Colette Marchant (Eva Green) by his side, and we discover that the elephant’s new home may have a dark side…
Tim Burton (Alice in Wonderland) directs from a screenplay by Ehren Kruger (Ophelia, Dream House). The film is produced by Justin Springer (TRON: Legacy), Kruger, Katterli Frauenfelder (Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children, Big Eyes) and Derek Frey (Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children, Frankenweenie).
Penguins—April 17
The newest film from Disneynature is all about Steve. Celebrate Earth Day by journeying to icy Antarctica to follow an Adélie penguin as he and millions of other would-be penguin dads each embark on a quest to build a nest, find a life partner and start a family—facing challenges along the way that include killer whales and leopard seals. Penguins hails from the filmmaking team behind Bears and Chimpanzee.
Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Endgame
When the trailer for Avengers: Endgame debuted just a month ago, Disney fans around the world stopped what they were doing to enjoy a first glimpse at the eagerly anticipated film, making it the most-viewed trailer in history in its first 24 hours. We’re counting the days until we find out what will happen next for Iron Man, Cap and Black Widow—not to mention the rest of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. And in the meantime, we’ll continue watching the trailer, searching for clues…
Aladdin—May 24
Make way for Prince Ali, fabulous he, Ali Ababwa! Disney’s Aladdin, a thrilling and vibrant live-action adaptation of the animated classic, opens in theaters this spring. Mena Massoud (Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan) brings to life the charming street rat, alongside Will Smith (Ali, Men in Black), who stars as the larger-than-life Genie. Naomi Scott (Power Rangers) plays the courageous and self-determined Princess Jasmine; Marwan Kenzari (Murder on the Orient Express) is powerful sorcerer Jafar; Navid Negahban (Legion) is the Sultan, Jasmine’s overly concerned father; Nasim Pedrad (Saturday Night Live) is Princess Jasmine’s free-spirited best friend and confidante; Billy Magnussen (Into the Woods) plays the handsome and arrogant suitor Prince Anders; and Numan Acar (The Great Wall) plays Hakim, who commands the palace guards and serves as Jafar’s right hand man.
The stellar team behind Aladdin includes director Guy Ritchie (Sherlock Holmes, The Man from U.N.C.L.E.), who also wrote the screenplay with John August (Dark Shadows, Big Fish); producers Dan Lin (Sherlock Holmes) and Jonathan Eirich (Death Note) and executive producers Marc Platt (La La Land) and Kevin De La Noy (The Dark Knight Rises). The film features a score from eight-time Academy Award® winner Alan Menken (Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid), as well as new recordings of the original songs written by Menken and Oscar-winning lyricists Howard Ashman (Little Shop of Horrors) and Tim Rice (The Lion King) and two new songs written by Menken and Oscar and Tony® Award-winning songwriters Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (La La Land, Dear Evan Hansen).
Toy Story 4—June 21
Woody, Buzz and the gang are back, and there’s a new “toy” in town: Forky, a disposable spork, who adamantly insists he is not a toy (though Bonnie would beg to differ). In this highly anticipated return to the Toy Story world, a road trip adventure alongside old and new friends will show Woody how big the world can be for a toy. Josh Cooley (Riley’s First Date) directs; Jonas Rivera (Inside Out, Up) and Mark Nielsen (associate producer, Inside Out) are Toy Story 4’s producers.
The Lion King—July 19
Director Jon Favreau led audiences on a breathtaking journey to the jungle in the 2016 blockbuster The Jungle Book, and he’s now bringing us to the African savanna in The Lion King, which also utilizes pioneering filmmaking techniques to bring to life treasured characters in a whole new way. As Simba, the young lion who is destined to be king, Donald Glover leads an all-star cast that includes Beyoncé Knowles-Carter as Nala, James Earl Jones as Mufasa, Chiwetel Ejiofor as Scar, Seth Rogen as Pumbaa and Billy Eichner as Timon.
Artemis Fowl—August 9
In Disney’s adaptation of Eoin Colfer’s beloved book, 12-year-old genius Artemis Fowl—who hails from a long line of criminal masterminds—embarks upon a search for his father, who has mysteriously disappeared. Artemis’ journey takes him to an ancient, underground civilization that is home to a powerful, hidden race of fairies who may have had something to do with his father’s disappearance.
Artemis Fowl is directed by Kenneth Branagh and stars Ferdia Shaw, Lara McDonnell, Tamara Smart, Nonzo Anozie, with Josh Gad, and Judi Dench. Judy Hofflund and Branagh produce with Angus More Gordon and Matthew Jenkins serving as executive producers. The screenplay is written by Conor McPherson.
Frozen 2—November 22
This November brings a sequel worth melting for. Frozen 2 reunites the cast and creative team from the Oscar-winning 2013 film Frozen—the highest grossing animated film of all time—including actors Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Jonathan Groff and Josh Gad, who reprise their roles, as well as directors Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee.
Star Wars: Episode IX—December 20
The Walt Disney Studios will close out 2019 by taking moviegoers to a galaxy far, far away for the final installment of the Skywalker saga. Production on Star Wars: Episode IX got underway last August at London’s Pinewood Studios with J.J. Abrams directing, as well as co-writing the screenplay with Chris Terrio.
Daisy Ridley, Adam Driver, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Lupita Nyong’o, Domhnall Gleeson, Kelly Marie Tran, Joonas Suotamo and Billie Lourd are returning cast members, with Naomi Ackie, Richard E. Grant and Keri Russell joining the Star Wars galaxy. The new film will also feature actors Mark Hamill, Anthony Daniels and Billy Dee Williams, who reprises his role as Lando Calrissian; and through the use of previously unseen footage that was shot for Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Carrie Fisher will appear in Episode IX in the iconic role of Leia Organa.
The news that legendary composer John Williams will create the score, as he has for every previous chapter in the Star Wars saga since 1977’s A New Hope, was music to our ears.
Star Wars: Episode IX will be produced by Kathleen Kennedy, J.J. Abrams, and Michelle Rejwan, and executive produced by Callum Greene and Jason McGatlin.
By Karina Schink
It just got so much better down where it’s wetter because this year Disney’s The Little Mermaid is celebrating its 30th anniversary! In honor of this achievement, our favorite fins-to-feet story is being officially added into the Walt Disney Signature Collection!
And sha la la la, my oh my, this brand-new edition is better than ever before with a fin-tastic sing-along mode and over 45 minutes of new bonus features (including some “tails” from the distinguished composer himself, Alan Menken) for new and old fans alike!
You’ll also get a behind-the-seas view at the making of the film, a peak at all the gadgets & gizmos that Ariel and Walt Disney had in common, but that’s just the tip of the sandcastle!
This new Walt Disney Signature Collection washes up on shore on Digital, 4K Ultra HD, and Movies Anywhere on February 12, and on 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray on February 26.
By Karina Schink
Your New Year’s Resolution is already decided. 2019 will be your fittest year yet. And your Disney vacation is already booked. Well, there’s no need to let your Disney vacation make you “weight” to get to the gym because there are so many ways to stay fit on your magical trip!
While we’re sure that your trip to the Happiest Place on Earth will be nothing short or magical, we can think of a couple of ways to add in a sprinkle of pixie dust (and by that, we mean sweat).
Fitness Centers
Eureka Fitness Center – Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
The Fitness Center – Disneyland Hotel
The Fitness Center – Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel
Classes
If you prefer a more structured start to your day (and you’re an early riser) you can partake in any of these 45-minute instructor-led courses.
Rise and Stretch in the Park
Grand Morning Stretch
Mat Pilates
Fitness Centers
Zahanati Fitness Center – Animal Kingdom Lodge
Muscles & Bustles Health Club – Boardwalk
La Vida Fitness Center – Coronado Springs Resort
Olympiad Fitness Center – Contemporary Resort
Disney’s Grand Floridian Spa & Health Club – Disney’s Grand Floridian
R.E.S.T. Exercise Room – Old Key West Resort
Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa Fitness Center – Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
Sturdy Branches Health Club – Wilderness Lodge and Villas
Ship Shape Health Club – Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club and Villas
Running / Walking Trails
Wilderness Lodge
While we know you’ll never be short of your steps while visiting this magical kingdom, if you’re looking for a wilder trail, the Wilderness Lodge has mapped out running trails to satisfy your wandering needs.
This 2.5-mile trail starts at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and takes you on a roundabout journey through the resort and its campgrounds, so you can see an entirely new side to Disney.
Pop Century Resort / Art of Animation Resort
If you’re spending your vacation stay at the Pop Century or Art of Animation Resort, you can start off your morning (of cap off your evenings) with a walk around Hourglass Lake.
Epcot Resort
Your international travels to Epcot will be filled with tastes, sounds, and sights from cultures all across the globe. Make your adventure a globetrotting one by getting your steps in on Disney’s BoardWalk Canal Run, Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts Run, Crescent Lake Run, or Epcot Resorts Blvd. and Buena Vista Drive Run.
At Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, relaxation and fitness go hand-in-hand. There are so many ways to stay active during your stay. Whether you prefer a walk along the beach or a more structured class, there are options for everyone.
The resort is home to the Mikimiki Fitness Center. Open 24 hours a day, it is a full-service facility designed to meet your wellness needs.
If you’re looking for something different, you can also take part in Fitness and Yoga classes during your stay, (ranging from classes like Ocean Yoga to Beach Boot Camp and Paddleboard Yoga) or take part in the specialized training customized and designed by a professional specifically for you.
While you may wave goodbye to land for a couple of days during your upcoming Disney Cruise Line vacation, there’s no reason to leave your fitness goals on the dock!
Whether you’ve got stacks of medals at home, or you’re a runDisney newbie, the Castaway Cay 5K is the perfect way to maintain your fitness goals on vacation. All runners, walkers, and vacationers are invited to attend!
And here’s a pro tip for all of you runDisney aficionados: If you complete a Walt Disney World runDisney race before or after your visit to Castaway Cay, you can get a totally unique medal just for that achievement!
If your home away from home is Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort, then look no further for all of your fitness needs.
Guided Nature Walks
One of the many great things about staying at Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort is the beautiful island it calls home. On a Guided Nature Walk, you can learn about your natural surroundings. From the beaches to the marsh, you’ll explore all of the wonders of the island.
Bike Rentals
The island features hundreds of miles of scenic bike trails, including a 1.25-mile path that leads right to Disney’s Beach House. And with bike rentals on site, it’s the perfect way to go the extra mile on your vacation.
Fitness Center
Make sure to visit Bend & Stretch, Disney Hilton Head Island Resort’s very own fitness center featuring state-of-the-art fitness rooms.
Just two hours away from Walt Disney World, Disney’s Vero Beach Resort is the perfect Disney destination for your vacation. Here are all the ways to stay fit during your stay:
Golf & Tennis
While you may be staying right alongside the beach, there are also fields of green right around the corner. And by fields of green, we mean golf courses and tennis courts!
Bike Rental
If you’re looking to see more of those famous sandy beaches and rolling dunes, you can head over to Eb & Flo’s Rentals where you can rent a bike to carry you on your merry way. (and provide a killer workout while you’re at it.)
Fitness Center
Anchors A-Weigh Fitness Center is Disney Vero Beach Resort’s own gym for your daily exercise routine.
By Courtney Potter
New posters for Tim Burton’s upcoming adventure; a fan-favorite Disney Channel show is getting a second season; and Ant-Man and The Wasp make their way to Hong Kong Disneyland… Read more, along with other news from around Disney, in this week’s news briefs!
Welcome to 2019, a year in which we have so many fantabulous Disney (and Marvel, and Pixar, and Lucasfilm) movies to look forward to… Case in point: Dumbo, an all-new live action retelling of the classic animated film, as told through the eyes of director Tim Burton. And just as the new year dawned, we were gifted with a batch of new character posters for the film, featuring Holt Farrier (Colin Farrell), the former circus performer tasked with helping raise an elephant with some very special abilities; Max Medici (Danny DeVito), the circus owner who hopes Dumbo can attract some much-needed crowds; and the adorable newborn elephant himself.
Directed by Burton and written by Ehren Kruger (Ophelia, Dream House), Walt Disney Studios’ Dumbo is set to soar into a theater near you on March 29.
| D23 and Walt Disney Archives January 25, 2018 Lunch with a Disney Legend: Dave Smith February 16, 2018 D23’s Happily Ever After Brunch February 16, 2018 D23’s Magical Screening Series: Sleeping Beauty on the Lot February 16, 2018 D23’s Magical Screening Series: Sleeping Beauty at Walt Disney World August 23-25, 2019 D23 Expo 2019 Parks January 25-February 17, 2019 Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure March 1-April 23, 2019 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival March 6-June 3, 2019 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival Summer 2019 Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Opening at Disneyland Resort Fall 2019 Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Opening at and Walt Disney World Resort |
Studios March 8, 2019 Marvel Studios’ Captain Marvel opens in U.S. theaters March 29, 2019 Dumbo opens in U.S. theaters April 19, 2019 Penguins opens in U.S. theaters May 24, 2019 Aladdin opens in U.S. theaters June 21, 2019 Toy Story 4 opens in U.S. theaters July 19, 2019 The Lion King opens in U.S. theaters August 9, 2019 Artemis Fowl opens in U.S. theaters Television Fall 2019 Star Wars Resistance Season 2 Premiere on Disney Channel |
If there was ever a reason to make a trip to Hong Kong Disneyland—y’know, besides all the amazing attractions and delicious food offerings and exclusive merchandise and awesome people—it’s this: There’s a brand-new attraction coming to the resort, as part of its multi-year expansion, next month… and it brings with it some serious Marvel “street cred.” Read up on Ant-Man and The Wasp: Nano Battle! right here.
It’s set in the Star Wars universe right before the events of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and it’s a fan favorite that just announced a big second-season return! Read up on what you can expect from the Disney Channel animated series Star Wars Resistance (and take a gander at the show’s fun mid-season trailer) here at D23.com.
Yes, friends, we’re only a few months’ away now from the debut of Brie Larson as Carol Danvers in Captain Marvel… and if you’re anything like us, and are fascinated by how Larson trained to become a kick-butt hero, you need to take a look at the film’s brand-new featurette, above. You’ll see Larson in action, and hear why training for—and filming—those epic fight scenes was so memorable. The featurette also includes some fascinating interview clips with the film’s directors, Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck (Half-Nelson, Sugar).
Plus, if you’re the kind of moviegoer that likes to plan out your calendar, you’ll be happy to know that Captain Marvel tickets are now on sale everywhere! Produced by Kevin Feige, Captain Marvel rockets into cineplexes on March 8.
Speaking of Captain Marvel, D23 had the extreme pleasure of visiting the film’s set and chatting with several of its stars—including Jude Law, who costars as the leader of Starforce, an elite group of special Kree warrior forces. Check out what he had to say, in this very special and totally exclusive Q&A, right here at D23.com.
According to our pals at the Disney Parks Blog, a rare and truly exotic species of bird from the land known as Paradise Falls will soon make her stateside debut on the lush and fertile grounds of Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort.
Wilderness Explorers from across the globe (and all their pals) will be delighted to know that Kevin, the funny and colorful bird from Disney•Pixar’s UP, will be arriving at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in the next month! Senior Wilderness Explorer Russell and his furry friend Dug are already there, greeting guests and discovering various species of birds from around the world in their new show “UP! A Great Bird Adventure.” You can visit them daily on Discovery Island and catch their show at the Anandapur Theatre.
So make sure to keep an eye out for Kevin… thankfully, with those prismatic plumes, you can’t miss her!
Yes, we know, we’re only a week and change into 2019, but that doesn’t mean we can’t start planning some vacations for a year from now. (It’s always nice to have something to look forward to, right?) Thankfully, Adventures by Disney will be offering some incredible new trips in 2020, and we’re marking our calendars and making some plans as we speak… err, type.
Next year, ABD will offer more European river cruise sailings than ever before—including a brand-new vacation on the Rhone River! For the first time ever, guests will sail through southern France including Provence, a diverse region rich with cultural, artistic, historical and culinary delights. During the Rhone River vacation, Adventurers will explore ancient cities, quaint hilltop villages, fairytale castles, romantic vineyards, and so much more. This new river cruise joins ABD’s other offerings along the Seine, Rhine, and Danube rivers—amazing all-inclusive vacations that not only include the services of up to eight Adventure Guides (who are your hosts in each destination and onboard the ship), but also offer up the amenities of luxury river cruise stalwart AmaWaterways.
Stay tuned for more info on ABD’s new Rhone river cruise when it becomes available later this month.
By Karina Schink
January 14 is National Dress Up Your Pet Day, and we, for one, are very excited to celebrate by having the pleasure of “ooing” and “awing” over YOUR pets! That’s right, we all want to partake in the adorable joy that is your beloved animal friend (dressed up, of course!). Upload a purr-fect photo of your pet here, and you just might see that friendly face smiling back at you on January 14 as one D23.com’s featured friends. Now get snapping, because the cuter the better, and we’re not kitten around!
This campaign has ended. Check out D23.com for more Disney fun!