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Walt Disney World Hours For Christmas Weekend

Spaceship Earth at EPCOT decked out for Festival of the Holidays, surrounded by festive signs, colorful gift boxes, and bright poinsettias.

With Christmas Weekend right around the corner, we thought that it might be helpful to compile a list of the hours at the Walt Disney World Theme Parks. The information here is for December 24, 25, and 26. Remember, hours can change, so double check in the My Disney Experience App. Magic Kingdom The Magic Kingdom will open at 9:00 ...

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Nine Disney+ Cold Night Suggestions

Winnie the Pooh in his iconic red sweater, accompanied by a young girl resembling Christopher Robin and Kanga wearing a stylish hat and red coat, ready to greet visitors at the Hundred Acre Wood attraction.

Now that winter is here and the days are short it makes sense to stay inside on cold nights. It also makes sense to take advantage of your Disney+ subscription. Courtney Potter and D23, the Official Disney Fan Club, have come up with nine suggestions of what to watch on a cold winter’s night. Some, but not all, of them ...

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Disney’s Blizzard Beach Is Closing for Two Days

Summit Plummet, Blizzard Beach’s iconic waterslide, plunges dramatically between snowy, rock-lined cliffs beneath a bright blue sky at Disney’s newly reopened water park.

Winter has officially arrived, which means that many people have headed to the Orlando area to find a little bit of warmth. Christmas is also just a few days away so the crowds have grown. If you’re at Walt Disney World and part of your plans include a day or two at Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park, double check before ...

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The Holiday Collection Streaming on Disney+

A whimsical, snow-dusted cabin illuminated under a night sky with "Disney+ Season’s Streamings" sparkling overhead, set in a magical blue-toned landscape reminiscent of Main Street, U.S.A. during the holidays, inviting guests to experience the Disney+ Holiday Collection—just like stepping into a winter wonderland at Disneyland or Walt Disney World.

Winter is officially here, and Christmas is just a few days away. Many people want to start a fire, make hot cocoa, and watch something on Disney+. The official Disney Fan Club, D23, has compiled the following list and information of what is included with the Disney+ Holiday Collection: All of your holiday streams will come true with Disney+’s second-annual ...

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It’s Almost Gino’s Birthday!

A majestic gorilla statue at the adventure park sits in profile, gazing into the distance amid rugged rock formations and illuminated by theatrical, soft lighting.

Who doesn’t love seeing the gorillas on the Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail at Disney’s Animal Kingdom? While there, you can learn about these magnificent animals as well as Disney Conservation Fund. One of the most popular gorillas is Gino, who has been at Disney’s Animal Kingdom since the Theme Park opened. Gino is about to turn 41! Scott Terrell shared ...

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Disney’s All-Star Sports Reopening Date!

Disney's All-Star Sports Resort

There’s good news for fans of Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort. An official opening date has finally been announced! Disney Parks posted the following on Twitter: Play ball! Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort will reopen to guests March 31, 2022. Guests can begin booking their stays starting Dec. 22. If you’re keeping score at home, that means all Walt Disney World Resort ...

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Voice Actress from Frozen Found Dead at Only 35 Years Old

A woman with flowing black hair and bangs, dressed in a charming red polka dot top, stands before a softly blurred backdrop—her lively expression evoking the enchanting spirit of your favorite Frozen voice actresses, as if ready to bring Disney’s magical characters to life.

We are sad to report that Sayaka Kanda, the voice actress of Anna from Frozen in the Japanese dub version, has died. According to a report by People she was found unconscious on Saturday lying in an outdoor space at the hotel she was staying at. After she was transported to the hospital, she passed away. Police are investigating her death as a probable ...

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Using Disney Genie+ at Disneyland in California

The yellow "Lightning Lane" sign with a bold black arrow pops amid festive Christmas decorations and sparkling ornaments at Disneyland California—highlighting Disney Genie+ as your ticket to holiday magic during the busy season.

This past week I was at Disneyland in California and decided to use the new Disney Genie+ system. There have been so many mixed reviews about it, so I wanted to try it out for myself and see if I thought it was worth the money or not. Disney Genie+ is now available at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland. They are ...

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VoluntEARS Distribute Thousands of Toys for Families in Need

A Disney VoluntEAR wearing a mask carefully packs toys into boxes for Toys for Tots, with the Disney Salute sign in the background showcasing the team's commitment to bringing magic and joy to families in need during the holiday season.

We always love stories that show that there is still good in this world. Disney VoluntEARS and Toys for Tots came together to help those in need for the holidays. Cappy Surette shared more with Disney Parks Blog.   National leadership of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Foundation paid a special visit to meet with Disney VoluntEARS Dec. 18 as ...

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Enter To Win A Paradise Grills Package

Tiki hut grill station featuring the bold "Paradise Grills" logo, nestled among lush trees and vibrant patio furniture—like stepping into a tropical theme park oasis, perfect for bringing island-inspired entertainment and festive gathering vibes to any event.

If you seem to win every contest you enter, you will want to see this. Give Kids the World is doing a contest with lots of incredible prizes. You will need to purchase entries, but the money will go to an incredible cause. Give Kids the World gives entirely free vacations to terminally ill children and their families. Don’t miss your chance to win a Paradise ...

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