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Disney Parks Podcast # 897 – An Interview with Authors Ry & Skyla Castles book – I Love Disneyland

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Disney Parks Podcast # 897 – An Interview with Authors Ry & Skyla Castles, book – I Love Disneyland

Today we’re joined by Ry and Skyla Castles—the creative duo behind Sometimes Castles! Ry, a lifelong Disneyland fan and marketing pro, grew up making magical memories at the parks. Skyla, an influencer marketing specialist and proud SoCal transplant, discovered her own Disney passion after moving west. Together, they’ve built Sometimes Castles, an online community that shares insider tips, hidden gems, and all the food and fun that make Disney parks unforgettable. Whether it’s entertainment, events, or park secrets, Ry and Skyla are here to help you feel like a true Disney expert!”

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    Disney Parks Podcast Show #896- Disney New For The Week Of October 20, 2025

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    Disney Parks Podcast Show #896- Disney New For The Week Of October 20, 2025

    In today’s show, we have news aboutMickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2025 Date, New Gordon Ramsey Gastropub Coming to Downtown Disney and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.


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      Disney Parks Podcast Show #893- Disney New For The Week Of September 29, 2025

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      Disney Parks Podcast Show #893- Disney New For The Week Of September 29, 2025

      In today’s show, we have news about Disney Villains Take Over Hong Kong Disneyland this Halloween, 2026 Disney After Hours Dates announced, and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.

      • Hong Kong Disneyland: Villains Takeover Halloween party, shows, haunted cruise, character meet-and-greets, themed food and merchandise (Now–Nov 2).

      • Disney After Hours 2026: Late-night park access at Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, and EPCOT with rides, characters, and snacks.

      • DVC Member Exclusives: Hoop Dee Holidays (Dec 2025) and Moonlight Magic 2026 events.

      • Disneyland Paris: Minnie’s Dream Factory show debuts Feb 2026.

      • Disneyland: Daisy Holiday Pajama Party (Nov 17–Jan 6) and Breakfast With Santa reservations now open.

      • Shanghai Disney Resort: Spider-Man coaster and Marvel land under construction; Soarin’ attraction expanding.


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        Disney Parks Podcast Show #890- Disney New For The Week Of September 08, 2025

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        Disney Parks Podcast Show #890- Disney New For The Week Of September 08, 2025

        In today’s show, we have news about Updates on Tropical Americas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, El Capitan Theatre Hosting a Triple Feature for the Release of Tron Ares, and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.




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          Disney Parks Podcast Show #889- Disney New For The Week Of September 01, 2025

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          Disney Parks Podcast Show #889- Disney New For The Week Of September 01, 2025

          In today’s show, we have news about Walt Disney Audio-Animatronics Figure Coming to the Carousel of Progress, New Color Palette Announced for Cinderella Castle and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.




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            Disney Parks Podcast Show #888- Disney New For The Week Of August 25, 2025

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            Disney Parks Podcast Show #888- Disney New For The Week Of August 25, 2025

            In today’s show, we have news about Avast Ye! The Beak and Barrel Details,  Better Zoogether! Opens Nov. 7 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.


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              Disney Parks Podcast Show #887- Disney New For The Week Of August 18, 2025

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              Disney Parks Podcast Show #887- Disney New For The Week Of August 18, 2025

              In today’s show, we have news about the Minnie Van Airport Service Expanding to Deluxe Resorts, Stitch Mummy Popcorn Bucket Coming to Disney Parks and Disney Cruise Line and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.


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                Where to Find Characters at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2025

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                A boo to you and you and you and you, happy Halloween! Tonight, we’re conjouring up the first Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party of the season. Whether you’re joining us at Magic Kingdom this evening or in the upcoming few weeks, this guide will help you find your favorite characters while at the party. Just keep in mind, encounters are never guaranteed and are subject to change.

                Big Al meets guests in Frontierland at Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party for special ticketed event

                Will Characters Be Meeting Throughout the Park?

                Yes! In addition to seeing some of your favorite characters in Mickey’s “Boo-to-You” Halloween Parade at 8:15pm and 11:15pm, you can also visit them when they aren’t in the parade in Main Street, U.S.A., Adventureland, Frontierland, Liberty Square, Fantasyland, and Tomorrowland.

                👀 But keep on the lookout! You may see a few additional friends roaming around the park in addition to enchanting event entertainment…

                Mickey Mouse at Town Square Theater for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party

                Where to Meet Characters at MNSSHP

                Main Street, U.S.A.
                • NEW! Minnie Mouse joins Mickey Mouse in Halloween Attire: Town Square Theater
                • Jack Skellington and Sally: Town Square Theater
                Adventureland
                • Aladdin, Abu, Princess Jasmine, and Genie: Agrabah Marketplace
                • Captain Jack Sparrow: Caribbean Plaza
                Frontierland
                • Shaker, Wendell, and Big Al: Roaming around Frontierland
                Fantasyland
                • Alice, Mad Hatter, Queen of Hearts, Tweedle Dee, and Tweedle Dum: Outside the Mad Tea Party
                • Anastasia, Drizella, and Lady Tremaine: Fantasyland
                • Ariel and Eric: Near Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid
                • Belle: Enchanted Tales with Belle Queue
                • Gaston: Near Gaston’s Tavern
                • Pluto: Entrance to Storybook Circus
                • Daisy and Goofy in Halloween Attire: Pete’s Silly Sideshow
                • Pooh as a Bumble Bee, Piglet as a Butterfly, Eeyore as a Clown, and Tigger as a Pirate: Pooh’s Thotful Spot
                Tomorrowland
                • Stitch in his Rock ‘n’ Roll Costume: Across from Monster’s Inc. Laugh Floor
                Donald Duck at MNSSHP in Halloween Costume

                Where to Find Unique Character Sightings

                Make sure your camera is ready because in addition to character greetings, you might run into spirits of the Haunted Mansion who like to travel beyond the mansion on these frightful evenings.

                • Disney Villains
                  • Mother Gothel: Market Street, Party Entrance (timing varies on select nights)
                  • Cruella De Vil: Market Street, Party Entrance (timing varies on select nights)
                  • Maleficent: Princess Fairytale Hall Queue
                  • Evil Queen: Princess Fairytale Hall Queue
                • Haunted Mansion Residents
                  • Hitchhiking Ghosts: Frontierland Balcony and the Diamond Horseshoe Stage (varies throughout the evening)
                  • Miss Carlotta, Madam Renatta, and Broome the Butler: Haunted Mansion Graveyard
                • Other Disney Characters
                  • Donald Duck in his Halloween Costume: Mickey’s PhilharMagic
                  • Romeo McGrowl: Country Bear Musical Jamboree

                Who is in Mickey’s Boo to You Halloween Parade?

                Looking for an opportunity to see multiple characters at once? Twice a night, you can watch more than 50 pals stroll from Frontierland to Main Street, U.S.A.to the captivating tunes from Mickey’s Boo to You Halloween Parade.

                Find your favorite spot and get ready to wave and dance alongside wicked villains, ghastly ghouls, and other iconic performers like the Haunted Mansion Gravediggers and Hitchhiking Ghosts.

                • Mickey and Friends
                  • Mickey Mouse
                  • Donald
                  • Minnie Mouse, Daisy and Clarabelle Cow dressed as the Sanderson Sisters
                  • Chip ‘n’ Dale
                  • Pluto
                  • Goofy
                • Disney Animation Princesses and Princes
                  • Snow White
                  • Princess Jasmine
                  • Prince Aladdin
                  • Rapunzel
                  • Flynn Rider
                • Disney Villains
                  • Captain Hook
                  • Mr. Smee
                  • Ursula
                  • Flotsam and Jetsam
                  • Cruella De Vil
                  • Horace and Jasper
                  • Queen of Hearts
                  • Pain and Panic
                  • Oogie Boogie from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas 
                  • Anastasia and Drizella
                  • Dr. Facilier
                  • Bowler Hat Guy
                  • Foulfellow
                  • Gideon
                  • Jafar
                  • Maleficent
                  • The Queen
                  • Mother Gothel
                • Disney Parks Characters
                  • Haunted Mansion Gravediggers
                  • Constance Hatchaway
                  • Hitchhiking Ghosts
                  • Wendell, Big Al, Shaker, and Romeo McGrowl
                • Other Classic Characters
                  • Dopey
                  • Alice
                  • Mad Hatter
                  • Pooh
                  • Tigger
                  • Lost Boys
                  • Peter Pan
                  • Wendy
                  • Tinker Bell
                  • Captain Jack Sparrow
                  • Captain Hector Barbossa
                  • Clara Cluck
                  • Vanellope von Schweetz
                  • Ralph

                Which Characters are in the Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular?

                Add a little mischief into your evening with a stop by Cinderella Castle to watch the Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular. At this spellbinding show, you’ll see The Sanderson Sisters, and other dastardly villains in this musical celebration.

                Jack Skellington Character for Meet and Greets at Walt Disney World

                See More Frightful Friends

                In addition to all the spooky sights and Halloween delights listed earlier, make sure to hit the dance floor with favorite Disney Jr. characters or rock out to your favorite “Zombies” songs at the Zom-Beats Bash. Once a night, you can even see Jack Skellington as the skies come alive in Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular. 

                🎃 Get your costumes and trick-or-treat bags ready, the festive fun is here and it’s not too late if you’re looking for the perfect party date! Stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog for more updates on Halloween characters, merch, and entertainment news.