A new six-part nonfiction series exploring the history of Walt Disney and the iconic Disney brand will debut on Sunday, April 28 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on the History Channel. “How Disney Built America” is another in the “Built America Series” that includes The Toys, The Food, The Mega Brands and more. The series, produced … The post New History Channel series looks at ‘How Disney Built America’ appeared first on Disney Diary ..read more

A new temporary lounge at the Morocco Pavilion in EPCOT will open for a month and a half starting in May as part of V.I.PASSHOLDER Days. The lounge will be at the Restaurant Marrakesh and be open from May 1 to June 18, 2024 from noon to 8 p.m. daily. The lounge will off an … The post New temporary lounge opening for V.I.Passholder Days appeared first on Disney Diary ..read more

As Disneyland’s Pixar Fest approaches, visitors can anticipate a culinary adventure featuring menus inspired by iconic Pixar characters and films. Launching on April 26 and running through Aug. 4, 2024, Pixar Fest promises a fusion of fun and flavor across the resort. From the lively “Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!” parade to the captivating … The post Full menus released for upcoming Pixar Fest at Disneyland Resort appeared first on Disney Diary ..read more

runDisney today gave us a first look at some of the merchandise that will be available during the 2024 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend taking place April 18 – 21. The merchandise will be available at the runDisney Health and Fitness Expo at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex during the the following times and dates. Thursday, April … The post 2024 Springtime Surprise Weekend merchandise revealed appeared first on Disney Diary ..read more

The Downtown Disney District at Disneyland is getting ready to introduce a number of new restaurants, including three new Mexican dining experiences, plus the arrival of Din Tai Fung. Mexico’s first Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán is bringing authentic Mexican fare to the Downtown Disney District in May with three distinctive concepts Paseo, Céntrico and Tiendita. … The post Restaurant changes coming to Downtown Disney at Disneyland appeared first on Disney Diary ..read more

Disney is introducing us to another set of critters who we will meet when we head down the bayou later this summer on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disney World – a group of frogs. From Zydeco to Rara to Afro-Cuban jazz, you’ll hear all kinds of musical flavors from critters big and small around the … The post Meet the frogs performing Afro-Cuban music at Tiana’s Adventure appeared first on Disney Diary ..read more

As part of the expansion of Epic Universe, expected to open next year, Universal Orlando is opening two new resorts in the first two months of 2025 and released new details about them. Universal Stella Nova Resort will open on Jan. 21, 2025, and Universal Terra Luna Resort will open on Feb. 25, 2025. The … The post Universal Orlando reveals details about 2 new hotels/resorts appeared first on Disney Diary ..read more

The Briar Patch store at the former Splash Mountain in Magic Kingdom has been renamed Critter Co-Op as construction continues for the makeover to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, expected to open this summer at Walt Disney World. New signage has been put up in the exterior of the location, according to photos provided by Disney. What … The post Signs added for store at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disney World appeared first on Disney Diary ..read more

Disney is making changes to its Disability Access Service program offered at Disneyland and Walt Disney World intended to accommodate only those Guests who, due to a developmental disability like autism or similar, are unable to wait in a conventional queue for an extended period of time. “Disney is dedicated to providing a great experience … The post Disney World, Disneyland changing Disability Access Service program appeared first on Disney Diary ..read more

Tony-Award winner, Disney Legend and voice of Tiana, Anika Noni Rose, is releasing a new children’s picture book “Tiana’s Perfect Plan,” which sounds as if it is the storyline for the new “Tiana’s Bayou Adventure” expected to open this summer at Walt Disney World and later at Disneyland. If this is the storyline, then we … The post Is new ‘Tiana’s Perfect Plan’ picture book based on the new ride? appeared first on Disney Diary ..read more