With Villains Unleashed now over and Halloween coming to Walt Disney World, there is a lot that has been happening in Disney lately. To catch up on everything that has happened this past week, just look below and you’ll see the biggest Disney news of the past week.
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Villains Unleashed – Full Report and Pictures From Event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
On the evening of Saturday, Aug. 23, 2014, the Disney Villains took over Disney’s Hollywood Studios in an event simply known as Villains Unleashed. While there have been a lot of complaints and a good bit of criticism about the event already, here is my full report on my attendance there along with a lot of pictures.
Halloween Decorations Start To Appear At the Magic Kingdom
A little over two weeks ago, the Halloween merchandise arrived at the Magic Kingdom and throughout Walt Disney World. With just a week left until the first Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, the Halloween decorations are now showing up at the Magic Kingdom, and it looks as if we could have a completely decorated Main Street U.S.A. very soon.
Disney Cracking Down On Vendors Selling Unlicensed Merchandise
The Walt Disney Company has really started cracking down on all unlicensed vendors selling unlicensed Disney merchandise. They have started searching through numerous online sites and sending out “Cease and Desist” letters and shutting down these stores.
More Villains Coming To Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Disney announced on Aug. 22, 2014, that the Disney Villains would have a much greater presence at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party too!
Refurbishment for Mickey’s PhilharMagic Extended By a Week
Another refurbishment in Walt Disney World for the month of September has been extended. Mickey’s PhilharMagic was originally scheduled to be closed for just under two weeks, but now it will be closed for around a total of three.
Disney Monorail Operating Schedule Revised For September
For those visiting the Walt Disney World Resort in September, be prepared with the knowledge of how your transportation is going to work. The Disney Monorail will have a different operating schedule starting on Sept. 1, 2014, and lasting throughout most of the month.
Disney’s Festival of the Masters Cancelled for 2014
For those that are used to enjoying Disney’s Festival of the Masters every year, there will be a huge disappointment for 2014. Due to the mass amount of construction happening for Disney Springs, the Festival of the Masters has been cancelled for this year
Halloween Night for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Sold Out Already
For those looking to attend Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom this year, I recommend buying your tickets now. We haven’t even hit September yet, and already Halloween night is sold out.
‘Move It! Shake It! Dance & Play It!’ Debuting This Fall at Magic Kingdom
A few weeks ago, it was revealed here at Doctor Disney that changes would be coming to the Move It! Shake It! Celebrate It! Parade at the Magic Kingdom. Now, it is known that this fall, guests will have a chance to be even more interactive with the brand new “Move It! Shake It! Dance & Play It!” Street Party.
Six New Retro Epcot Shirts Hit the Racks At Mouse Gear
In something that certainly excites me, there is some brand new retro Epcot merchandise that has appeared on racks at Mouse Gear. Making matters even better is that they are all retro Epcot shirts which come in short-sleeve tee-shirts, long-sleeve shirts, and even a sweatshirt.
Imagineers Reveal The Storyline Behind Disney Springs
Construction on Disney Springs is in full swing, and many have already noticed that if you’ve headed near the Downtown Disney area. Well, now there are more details coming out about what Disney Springs is all about and it’s truly coming about.
Two Refurbishments At Magic Kingdom in Question For the Fall
There are going to be a lot of refurbishments at Walt Disney World this fall, but there are two that are currently in question and no real confirmation can be found about them at this time. These two refurbishments are actually happening at the Magic Kingdom, but I can’t quite find confirmation as to whether or not they are actually happening.
MagicBands Can Now Be Purchased Without Linking To a Disney Ticket
Beginning, Aug. 19, 2014, guests will now be able to purchase MagicBands without having to automatically link them to a Walt Disney World ticket. This means that guests will now be able to purchase MagicBands as gifts or as many for themselves as they wish.
Elsa & Anna’s Boutique Coming to Disneyland Resort This Fall
There is more “Frozen” stuff coming your way, but it looks as if it is only going to be going the way of those out in California. It was revealed that Elsa & Anna’s Boutique will be coming to the Downtown Disney District, and it’s coming very soon.
Pictures of the Last Day of The American Film Institute at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
The American Film Institute Showcase at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has seen its time at Disney’s Hollywood Studios come to an end. The awesome movie-history showcase officially closed as of Sunday, Aug. 17, 2014, and Doctor Disney headed over there to get pictures of its final displays.
Sunrise Safari at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Ending at End of Year
For those that like a guided look of some beautiful animals early in the morning, you don’t have much longer to enjoy one of Disney’s special tours. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge will be bringing the Sunrise Safari tour to an end come the end of the year.
2014 Disney’s Night of Joy Lineup Announced For Magic Kingdom
Every year, Disney’s Night of Joy takes place over two nights in the Magic Kingdom, and it is an event not to be missed. This year’s musical lineup has now been announced and it’s less than a month until all the festivities begin.
