Category Archives: Disney

Sounds Like Summer at Epcot Gardens Theatre

Posted on June 16, 2012 by john

The Sounds Like Summer concert series at Epcot is underway and continues through July 28. The series features entertainers paying tribute to popular artists. The schedule includes The Ultimate Billy Joel Experience June 18-23, a tribute to the Bee Gees … Continue reading →

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Florida To Be Represented at 2012 Food & Wine Festival

Posted on June 4, 2012 by john

The 2012 Food and Wine Festival at Epcot begins September 28 and runs until November 12 making it the longest festival in the 17 years it has been presented – 46 days. For the first time, the state of Florida … Continue reading →

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Last Days for Snow White’s Scary Adventures

Posted on May 26, 2012 by john

According to an article in the Orlando Sentinel, Snow White’s Scary Adventures will end on Thursday, May 31. The popular attraction is one of the original rides in the Magic Kingdom. The area will be redone as Princess Fairytale Hall, … Continue reading →

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Looking Forward to the New Fantasyland?

Posted on May 24, 2012 by john

Disneyworld’s expansion of Fantasyland is moving right along and the second half of Dumbo the Flying Elephant and the Casey Jr. Splash ‘n’ Soak Station is opening in July. Later this year, probably around the holidays, Under the Sea – … Continue reading →

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Night of Joy at the Magic Kingdom

Posted on May 17, 2012 by john

Walt Disney World has announced the performers for the 30th edition of Night of Joy in September. The Christian-music event takes place from 7:30pm to 1am on September 7-8 and requires a special ticket. Chris Tomlin, Casting Crowns, Francesca Battistelli, … Continue reading →

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“Eat to the Beat” Performers Announced by Disney

Posted on May 17, 2012 by john

Performers for the 2012 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival have been announced by Walt Disney World. Concerts are presented every evening at the American Gardens Theatre and are included in the regular admission. The schedule is Sept. 28-30: Night … Continue reading →

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Tickets Now Available for Disney Holiday Parties

Posted on May 17, 2012 by john

Tickets for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party are now on sale. Both events require separate tickets from the regular admission to the Magic Kingdom. Dates for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this year are Sept, 11, … Continue reading →

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Star Wars Weekends Returning to Disney

Posted on April 7, 2012 by john

The immensely popular Star Wars Weekends will return to Disney’s Hollywood Studios for four weekends in May and June. Check The Disney Blog at http://thedisneyblog.com/ for a list of celebrity guests and http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/hollywood-studios/special-events/star-wars-weekend/ for more information.

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Fantasyland Expansion at Disney World

Posted on March 23, 2012 by john

It’s described as the biggest-ever expansion of the Magic Kingdom when Fantasyland doubles its size with a 26-acre addition. Some portions of the project may open later this year but it may not be entirely done until 2014. We’re already … Continue reading →

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Flower and Garden Time at Epcot

Posted on March 1, 2012 by john

The Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival featuring flowers, gardens, topiaries, live music and educational events returns to Walt Disney World on March 7 and continues through May 20. http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/epcot/special-events/epcot-international-flower-and-garden-festival/?CMP=VAN-DPFY12Q2FlowerandGarden0001

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