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Disney Parks Podcast Show #878- Disney New For The Week Of June 30, 2025
In today’s show, we have news about Disney App Updates Make Booking Dining Reservations Easier, Walt Disney World Quietly Reopens ‘Hall of Presidents’ Attraction at Magic Kingdom, and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.
Disney Parks Podcast Show #872- An Interview with Film Director & Animator Jerry Rees
Today’s guest is Jerry Rees — a visionary director, animator, writer, and producer whose work spans beloved Disney classics and groundbreaking entertainment experiences. Jerry directed the animated cult favorite The Brave Little Toaster, contributed to films like Tron, The Fox and the Hound, and The Black Cauldron. He brought his storytelling magic to Disney theme park attractions worldwide. We’re thrilled to dive into his creative journey and hear the stories behind the magic.
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Disney Parks Podcast Show #871- Disney New For The Week Of May 19, 2025
In today’s show, we have news about Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Dates, California Grill Cast Members Celebrate 30 Years and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.
Key Takeaways from this week’s show:
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party returns to Magic Kingdom from August 15–October 31, 2025, with trick-or-treating, themed shows, characters, and early entry starting at 4 PM.
Event highlights include Mickey’s Boo-to-You Parade, Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular, fireworks hosted by Jack Skellington, and a Zombies 4-inspired dance party.
Tickets go on sale May 15 for select hotel guests and May 22 for the general public, with discounts for Annual Passholders and DVC Members.
California Grill celebrates 30 years of fine dining at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, spotlighting longtime cast members and their legacy of guest relationships.
EPCOT Food & Wine Festival runs from August 28–November 22, 2025, with 35+ food marketplaces, a cheese trail, scavenger hunt, live concerts, and themed boat ride additions.
The Beak and Barrel, a pirate-themed tavern in Magic Kingdom’s Adventureland, will feature animatronic bird Rummy, magical decor, and themed dining spaces.
Hollywood Gardens Restaurant opens at Disneyland Paris offering American fare in a redesigned World Premiere area, soon to become Disney Adventure World.
New Disney resort planned in Abu Dhabi on Yas Island will be Disney’s first Middle Eastern park, blending local culture with immersive, tech-enhanced experiences.
Fort Wilderness bus routes are changing due to construction; Orange and Purple routes are now combined, possibly increasing travel times within the resort.
Toy Story Midway Mania gets 70th Anniversary upgrades with high-point targets (up to 7,000 points), available from May 16, 2025, through summer 2026.
The Little Mermaid—A Musical Adventure is likely joining Lightning Lane when it opens May 27, giving guests an option to skip lines via Multi Pass.
