What’s Up Mickey https://whatsupmickey.com/ Walt Disney World News, Rumors and WDW Photos Mon, 09 Mar 2026 03:07:50 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://whatsupmickey.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/cropped-FaviconWhiteM-32x32.jpg What’s Up Mickey https://whatsupmickey.com/ 32 32 ‘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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]]> First Look: Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew Coming Soon to Disney Springs https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/first-look-everglazed-donuts-cold-brew-coming-soon-to-disney-springs/ Wed, 28 Oct 2020 14:32:50 +0000 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/?p=257887 Disney shared a first look at the newest sweet spot coming to Disney Springs.  Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew, a specialty food and beverage location will soon be opening on the West Side of Disney Springs adjacent to Splitsville and is conveniently located near to the Orange Parking Garage. The overall design will have a […]

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]]> White Rhino Kendi Gives Birth at Disney’s Animal Kingdom https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/white-rhino-kendi-gives-birth-at-disneys-animal-kingdom/ Tue, 27 Oct 2020 19:08:38 +0000 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/?p=258194 Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park recently welcomed a baby white rhinoceros.  Both mother, Kendi, and her yet-to-be-named calf are doing great and being monitored by keepers.  Kendi, who was the first rhino born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in 1999 was paired with dad Dugan to bread through a Species Survival Plan.  Rhinoceros are the world’s […]

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]]> Scare Up a Delicious Oogie Boogie Trifle and Mike Wazowski’s Eyeball for Halloween https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/scare-up-a-delicious-oogie-boogie-trifle-and-mike-wazowskis-eyeball-for-halloween/ Mon, 26 Oct 2020 15:37:41 +0000 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/?p=257830 Looking for a couple easy to make and frightfully good deserts for a not-so-scary Halloween party?  You’re in luck!  Disney Creators share their favorite recipes that are sure to be crowd pleasers. The first is a take on my kid-favorite “worms and dirt”.  Click the links below for step-by-step instructions to get you started! Lil’ […]

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]]> Trick or Treat Disney’s The Haunted Mansion with the Mars Wrigley Treat Town App https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/trick-or-treat-disneys-the-haunted-mansion-with-the-mars-wrigley-treat-town-app/ Mon, 26 Oct 2020 15:14:11 +0000 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/?p=258047 Looking to scare up some Halloween fun from home this year?  You can not virtually trick-or-treat The Haunted Mansion using the Mars Wrigley TREAT TOWN app. TREAT TOWN is a first-ever digital trick-or-treating experience and the perfect way to keep a classic Halloween tradition alive with your family. Whether you sign up to be a candy […]

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]]> Disney and Make-A-Wish Celebrate 40 Years with Wishes Come True Blue Color Collection https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/disney-and-make-a-wish-celebrate-40-years-with-wishes-come-true-blue-color-collection/ Sat, 24 Oct 2020 13:29:40 +0000 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/?p=257933 To honor the 40-year relationship between Disney and Make-A-Wish, Disney has announced they we are launching three all-new product offerings – each with a charitable component – over the next few months.  First up, Disney has debuted the latest color collection, Wishes Come True Blue. The Wishes Come True Blue color collection is already in […]

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]]> Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Begins Jan. 8, 2021 https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/taste-of-epcot-international-festival-of-the-arts-begins-jan-8-2021/ Fri, 23 Oct 2020 16:25:37 +0000 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/?p=257894 Disney has confirmed next years International Festival of the Arts is coming back!  The festival begins January 8, 2021 and will run through February 22, 2021.  The Broadway Concert Series, a guest-favorite, will sadly not be part of the festival in 2021.  The global celebration of the visual, culinary and performing arts has been renamed […]

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]]> DVC Raises Minimum Point Requirement for Perks to 125 https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/dvc-raises-minimum-point-requirement-for-perks-to-125/ Thu, 22 Oct 2020 16:50:42 +0000 https://whatsupmickey.com/?p=13669 Disney Vacation Club has raised the minimum point purchase to 125 for new buyers who want to be eligible for membership perks and extras.  In a few short years the points have rapidly climbed from the minimum requirement of just 25 points.  In 2018, the minimum was raised to 75 points and in 2019 was […]

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]]> PHOTOS, VIDEO: Disney Helps Make-A-Wish Grant Their 500,000th Wish https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/photos-video-disney-helps-make-a-wish-grant-their-500000th-wish/ Wed, 21 Oct 2020 17:10:49 +0000 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/?p=257775 Disney and the Make-A-Wish Foundation granted their first wish together 40 years ago at Disneyland Resort.  Since then they have made more than 140,000 wishes come true. While these unprecedented times have caused a temporary suspension of in-person wish experiences, they have also created opportunities to grant wishes in a whole new way.  For the […]

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]]> Magic Kingdom Tomorrowland PeopleMover Refurbishment Extended into January 2021 https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/magic-kingdom-tomorrowland-peoplemover-refurbishment-extended-into-january-2021/ Tue, 20 Oct 2020 18:41:41 +0000 https://whatsupmickey.com/?p=13541 Here we are, less than a week later with another delay.  As Han would say, “I’ve got a bad feeling about this.”   Guests will now have to wait until January 02, 2021 before boarding the fan-favorite Tomorrowland PeopleMover at Magic Kingdom.  This is the fourth date change since the refurbishment was announced.  At this points […]

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]]> Legacy Lightsabers from Cal Kestis, Count Dooku and Ahsoka Tano Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge https://whatsupmickey.com/blog/legacy-lightsabers-from-cal-kestis-count-dooku-and-ahsoka-tano-coming-to-star-wars-galaxys-edge/ Tue, 20 Oct 2020 14:45:37 +0000 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/?p=257667 Last month Disney enlisted fans to vote for which legacy lightsaber they would hope to see offered at Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, and the results are in!  Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order gamers rejoice.  You’ll be able to add Cal Kestis’ lightsaber to your personal collection this fall. But that’s […]

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