Blog | What's Up Mickey https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/ Walt Disney World News, Rumors and WDW Photos Tue, 08 Sep 2026 18:46:26 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1 https://whatsupmickey.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/cropped-FaviconWhiteM-32x32.jpg Blog | What's Up Mickey https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/ 32 32 Walt Disney World Announces Details for the 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/walt-disney-world-announces-details-for-the-2026-epcot-international-festival-of-the-holidays/ Tue, 08 Sep 2026 18:46:26 +0000 https://whatsupmickey.com/?p=1702097 Walt Disney World has shared comprehensive details for the upcoming 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, which is scheduled to run from November 27 through December 30, 2026. The…

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]]> Disneyland Paris Announces 2026 World of Frozen Christmas and Holiday Offerings https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/disneyland-paris-announces-2026-world-of-frozen-christmas-and-holiday-offerings/ Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:43:18 +0000 https://whatsupmickey.com/?p=1701830 Disneyland Paris has officially announced its 2026 holiday lineup, bringing Christmas celebrations to World of Frozen in Disney Adventure World for the very first time. The resort-wide Disney Enchanted Christmas…

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]]> EPCOT Candlelight Processional Details Announced for the 2026 Festival of the Holidays https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/epcot-candlelight-processional-details-announced-for-the-2026-festival-of-the-holidays/ Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:30:14 +0000 https://whatsupmickey.com/?p=1701804 Walt Disney World has released details regarding the celebrity narrator lineup and dining packages for the upcoming EPCOT Candlelight Processional. The event is part of the EPCOT International Festival of…

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]]> Mayan Pyramid Sections Installed for Indiana Jones and the Myth of the Jade Serpent at Disney’s Animal Kingdom https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/mayan-pyramid-sections-installed-for-indiana-jones-and-the-myth-of-the-jade-serpent-at-disneys-animal-kingdom/ Sun, 06 Sep 2026 02:05:20 +0000 https://whatsupmickey.com/?p=1691501 Construction on Indiana Jones and the Myth of the Jade Serpent is reaching new heights at Disney's Animal Kingdom, with large sections of the attraction's Mayan-inspired pyramid now installed.

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]]> EPCOT Announces Reopening Date for Coral Reef Restaurant Following Closure https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/epcot-announces-reopening-date-for-coral-reef-restaurant-following-closure/ Sat, 05 Sep 2026 23:57:28 +0000 https://whatsupmickey.com/?p=1691131 Photo: Disney Guests planning a visit to EPCOT will soon have a concrete reopening date for the Coral Reef Restaurant. The popular dining venue is set to welcome diners back on November 4, 2026, following a temporary closure that begins on September 8, 2026. Walt Disney World previously scheduled the closure for an extended refurbishment […]

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]]> Scat Cat’s Club and Café Closing for Refurbishment at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/scat-cats-club-and-cafe-closing-for-refurbishment-at-disneys-port-orleans-resort/ Fri, 04 Sep 2026 20:54:44 +0000 https://whatsupmickey.com/?p=1686629 Photo: Disney Guests visiting Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter will need to adjust their dining and snacking plans this fall, as Scat Cat’s Club – Café and Scat Cat’s Club – Lounge are scheduled to close for a multi-month refurbishment beginning on October 6, 2026. While both locations are closing simultaneously, they will […]

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]]> Walt Disney World Announces Extensive New Fall Menu Additions Across Parks and Resorts https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/walt-disney-world-announces-extensive-new-fall-menu-additions-across-parks-and-resorts/ Fri, 04 Sep 2026 18:17:48 +0000 https://whatsupmickey.com/?p=1686088 Photo: Disney Walt Disney World is introducing a massive collection of new food and beverage options this fall, bringing creative flavor additions to theme parks, water parks, resort hotels, and Disney Springs. The seasonal lineup spans breakfast items, specialty churros, frozen slushes, milkshakes, and cocktails. Breakfast menus at resort quick-service locations are receiving whimsical updates […]

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]]> Lightning McQueen Arrives at Italian Grand Prix for Disney and Formula 1 Partnership https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/lightning-mcqueen-arrives-at-italian-grand-prix-for-disney-and-formula-1-partnership/ Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:18:25 +0000 https://whatsupmickey.com/?p=1682437 Photo: Disney Disney and Formula 1 are bringing Pixar magic directly to the track as part of their ongoing “Fuel the Magic” collaboration. Lightning McQueen is heading to Monza, Italy, for the FORMULA 1 GRAN PREMIO D’ITALIA 2026, marking a major milestone as the character takes on his biggest real-world racing trip yet. The timing […]

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]]> Grand Floridian Cafe Reopening Date Announced https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/grand-floridian-cafe-reopening-date-announced/ Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:00:07 +0000 https://whatsupmickey.com/?p=1681728 Photo: Disney The Grand Floridian Cafe at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is on track to reopen on November 2, 2026. Updated operating hours and dining reservation availability on the Walt Disney World website point to this early November return, showing dinner availability starting that day. Disney has not issued a separate announcement confirming […]

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]]> Disney Announces Major Room Refurbishment Timeline for Art of Animation Resort https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/disney-announces-major-room-refurbishment-timeline-for-art-of-animation-resort/ Thu, 03 Sep 2026 01:26:01 +0000 https://whatsupmickey.com/?p=1678060 Photo: Disney Walt Disney World has officially posted a refurbishment notice for Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, revealing a detailed timeline for a major room refresh. The extensive project is scheduled to begin in mid-June 2027 and will continue through October 2028. Originally opened in 2012, the value-tier property has not experienced a refurbishment of […]

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]]> ‘Disney Holiday Magic Quest’ Coming December 4 to Disney Channel https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/disney-holiday-magic-quest-coming-december-4-to-disney-channel/ Wed, 11 Nov 2020 18:57:58 +0000 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/?p=259205 Last week an interesting stage popped up in the forecourt area next to Cinderella’s castle, and then quickly vanished.  Leaving guests wondering if it was for some type of Christmas special.  Today, the mystery has been solved, and it’s great news for Disney Channel fans! A brand new holiday special is coming to the Disney […]

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]]> Disney’s Toys for Tots Campaign Gives Back to Families in Need https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/disneys-toys-for-tots-campaign-gives-back-to-families-in-need/ Tue, 10 Nov 2020 21:21:58 +0000 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/?p=259154 Toys for Tots will be shopping for 7 million children this holiday season and you can do your part by giving back.  Disney has made it easier for you to donate by partnering with Toys for Tots to provide presents for underserved communities through shopDisney and Disney stores. For more than 60 years, Disney has […]

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]]> VIDEO: Disney Releases Touching Holiday Animated Short and Mickey Mouse Plush https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/video-disney-releases-touching-holiday-animated-short-and-mickey-mouse-plush/ Mon, 09 Nov 2020 13:00:25 +0000 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/?p=258980 Disney releases heart touching 3-minute Holiday Animated Short titled “From Our Family to Yours”.  The short was created as a continued celebration of the 40-year anniversary between Disney and Make-A-Wish.  Along with this brand-new animated short is a lovable Mickey Mouse plush – which unlocks yet another donation to Make-A-Wish. This animated short highlights festive […]

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]]> VIDEO: Virtual Viewing of Disney Cruise Line’s ‘Frozen, A Musical Spectacular’ https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/video-virtual-viewing-of-disney-cruise-lines-frozen-a-musical-spectacular/ Sun, 08 Nov 2020 20:21:08 +0000 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/?p=259063 Wanna take a break?  I hear Arendelle is beautiful this time of year.  Disney just released another virtual watch party of their Broadway-style stage production, “Frozen, A Musical Spectacular.”  Spend a fun filled family night with Anna, Elsa Olaf and more, all hosted by Disney Cruise Line!   Just because you can’t board a Disney Cruise […]

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]]> PHOTOS: Holiday Magic Arrives at Walt Disney World Resort https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/photos-holiday-magic-arrives-at-walt-disney-world-resort/ Sun, 08 Nov 2020 18:01:03 +0000 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/?p=259058 It’s official!  The most wonderful time of the year has come to Walt Disney World Resorts, with a magnificently merry makeover at Magic Kingdom and special Christmas cheer spread throughout each park and Disney Springs.  The folks at Disney have unwrapped some exciting magical experiences, including special pop-up appearances by Santa Claus! After a year […]

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]]> Buena Vista Street Reopens to Guests November 19 at Disneyland Resort https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/buena-vista-street-reopens-to-guests-november-19-at-disneyland-resort/ Sat, 07 Nov 2020 18:37:23 +0000 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/?p=258719 Exciting news!  Beginning November 19 the Downtown Disney District will extend to shops and restaurants on Buena Vista Street in Disney California Adventure at the Disneyland Resort.  Buena Vista Street is a nostalgic themed land representing Los Angeles in the 1920’s and 30’s when Walt Disney first arrived in California.  The boulevard depicts a typical […]

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]]> Disney’s Live-Action ‘Mulan’ and Animated Version Coming to 4K, Blu-ray and DVD November 10 https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/disneys-live-action-mulan-and-animated-version-coming-to-4k-blu-ray-and-dvd-november-10/ Fri, 06 Nov 2020 21:21:27 +0000 https://whatsupmickey.com/?p=14153 Disney is releasing both its live-action and animated versions of Mulan on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD just in time for the holidays!  Giving fans their first chance to bring Mulan home on disc.  November 10 will also mark the first time fans will be able to see the animated Mulan in 4K Ultra […]

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]]> RECIPE: Make Disney’s POG Breakfast Juice at Home https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/recipe-make-disneys-pog-breakfast-juice-at-home/ Wed, 04 Nov 2020 14:01:51 +0000 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/?p=258601 POG juice lovers rejoice!  Disney recently shared their tropical pick-me-up recipe which is super easy and quick to make.  What does POG stand for, you may be thinking?  Passion fruit juice, Orange juice and Gauva juice.  This refreshing and sweet morning drink can be found at Aulani, Tusker House at Animal Kingdom and Ohana at […]

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]]> Disney, Lucasfilm and FIRST Inspire the Next Generation Innovators https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/disney-lucasfilm-and-first-inspire-the-next-generation-innovators/ Tue, 03 Nov 2020 16:00:10 +0000 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/?p=258690 Disney and Lucasfilm announced they are partnering up with FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology), the global nonprofit organization, once again for the 2020-2021 youth robotics season, FIRST GAME CHANGERS powered by Star Wars: Force for Change. In this year’s sports and fitness-themed season, students around the world will compete in robotics […]

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]]> Disney Junior’s “Mira, Royal Detective” Makes Special Disney World Appearance https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/disney-juniors-mira-royal-detective-makes-special-disney-world-appearance/ Mon, 02 Nov 2020 20:47:12 +0000 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/?p=258676 Mira recently paid a visit to Walt Disney World Resort, on a special case to track down her missing mongoose friends, Mikku and Chikku.  Her adventure, which took her through all four of the Disney theme parks, was being filmed for a special Disney Junior video celebrating Diwali, the holiday festival of lights in India. […]

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]]> VIDEO: How Walt Disney World Transforms from Halloween to Christmas https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/video-how-walt-disney-world-transforms-from-halloween-to-christmas/ Sun, 01 Nov 2020 16:07:59 +0000 https://whatsupmickey.com/?p=14054 Christmas is truly a magical time of the year, and it should come as no surprise that The Most Magical Place on Earth can transform from Halloween to Christmas overnight in just a few days.  Immediately upon closing all four theme parks, Disney cast members get to work changing out the decor which is stored […]

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]]> Disney Launches New Aulani Resort Mobile App https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/disney-launches-new-aulani-resort-mobile-app/ Sun, 01 Nov 2020 14:31:39 +0000 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/?p=258533 As Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, starts their phased reopening, and begins welcoming families back to the vacation paradise Disney has launched the Aulani Resort Mobile app to help guests maximize vacation time with their ‘ohana while safely enjoying all that Aulani Resort has to offer. With app in hand you can explore the […]

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]]> Disney Issues Statement on Entertainment and Indefinite Closures at Walt Disney World Resort https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/disney-issues-statement-on-entertainment-and-indefinite-closures-at-walt-disney-world-resort/ Sat, 31 Oct 2020 15:19:35 +0000 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/?p=258565 For many families Disney shows and entertainment make up a large part of the Walt Disney World experience and hold a special place in their hearts.  Guests from all over the world we were devastated to learn how many performers from fan-favorite shows have been laid off.  Leaving many to wonder when or even if […]

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]]> Rise of the Resistance Virtual Queue will Soon Allow Guests to Book from Outside Hollywood Studios https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/rise-of-the-resistance-virtual-queue-will-soon-allow-guests-to-book-from-outside-hollywood-studios/ Fri, 30 Oct 2020 15:04:15 +0000 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/?p=258436 Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance has been a fan-favorite since it debuted last year at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.  The attraction is massive with multiple ride systems that is unlike anything you’ve ever experienced. From the very beginning, Rise of the Resistance required a “boarding pass” to be obtained via a virtual queue.  The process […]

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]]> VIDEO: U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Soar Over EPCOT https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/video-u-s-air-force-thunderbirds-soar-over-epcot/ Thu, 29 Oct 2020 20:54:48 +0000 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/?p=258485 Guest who arrived early at ECPOT today were in for a real treat.  The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron – “The Thunderbirds” – flew over Walt Disney World Resort to kick off November’s National Veterans and Military Families Month and honor current, past and fallen military heroes.  While Disney did not announce the event, […]

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