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Disney Parks Podcast Show #871- Disney New For The Week Of May 19, 2025

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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.


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    Disney Parks Podcast Show #865-Disney New For The Week Of April 07, 2025

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    Disney Parks Podcast Show #865- Disney News For The Week Of April 07, 2025

    In today’s show, news about New Airport Luggage Transfer Service Piloting at Select Disney Resorts, New Show, Character and More Entertainment Coming to Disneyland Resort This Spring, and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.

    Key Takeaways from this week’s show:

    1. Downtown Disney Expansion:

      • Lululemon will open a store offering athletic apparel, footwear, and accessories in the former ESPN Zone.

      • Nectar Life will bring vegan, plant-based bath products, launching with a pop-up store this spring.

      • Bopo Go! will open a boba tea café inspired by Asian convenience stores, offering bubble teas and snacks.

      • Two new restaurants by Michelin-starred Chef Joe Isidori:

        • Arthur & Sons Steak and Bourbon (steakhouse).

        • Pearl’s Roadside BBQ (North Carolina-style barbecue).

    2. New Airport Service:

      • Starting April 3, Disney Resort guests can drop off luggage at Orlando International Airport for direct delivery to Southwest Airlines.

      • Available at select Disney Resorts for guests with flights departing after 1 p.m.

    3. Water Park News (Walt Disney World):

      • Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon water parks will open May 21–September 7.

      • H2O Glow After Hours returns at Typhoon Lagoon, with tickets available.

    4. New Entertainment at Disneyland:

      • New show: Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live! from May 16.

      • Meet-and-greet with Rex from Toy Story on June 1.

      • Returning events: Pixar Pals Playtime Party and Stitch’s Interplanetary Beach Party Blast from May 23.

    5. New Treats at Disney’s Pop Century Resort (April 4):

      • New ice cream and dessert offerings like sundaes, shakes, and cake bars.

    6. Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic (Nov 14–15, 2025):

      • Unlimited tastings from 23 restaurants, live music, and celebrity chef appearances.

    7. D23 Event – A Goofy Movie 30th Anniversary Tour:

      • Themed events and screenings of A Goofy Movie from May 3–August 28, 2025, in over 20 U.S. cities.

    8. Monsters, Inc. Land Construction Delay:

      • The construction of a new Monsters, Inc.-themed land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been delayed, though it is still expected to move forward soon.

    A lot of exciting new offerings and events across Disney locations!


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    Disney Parks Podcast Show #843-Disney New For The Week Of December 02, 2024

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    Disney Parks Podcast Show #843-Disney New For The Week Of December 02, 2024

    In today’s show, we have news about New Haunted Mansion Experiences at Disneyland, Disney Lakeshore Lodge opening in 2027, Headline News, and so much more.

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    NEWS: Walt Disney World Will Begin Charging Resort Guests for Overnight Parking

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    Disney is expected to soon announce that their resort hotels will be charging guests for overnight vehicle parking.

    Guests bringing a car to Walt Disney World may rethink their plans when they have to pay for overnight parking at a Disney hotel.
    Guests bringing a car to Walt Disney World may rethink their plans when they have to pay for overnight parking at a Disney hotel.

    The new policy would require guests to pay for overnight parking, per night, at all of the Disney owned resort hotels at the Walt Disney World Resort. Disney Vacation Club guests staying using their points would not have to pay for parking as part of a new membership perk.

    Prices have not yet been revealed for the overnight parking, but it will depend on the type of resort (value, moderate, and deluxe will all have different pricing). A start date has also yet to be announced.

    Valet parking prices at resorts will also be raised as part of these changes. These changes will not affect guests visiting resorts for dining, shopping, or otherwise. The paid parking is only for vehicles staying at the resorts overnight.

    What do you think of this change , leave us a comment below!

    Disney Parks Podcast Show #438 – Disney News For the Week of March 12, 2018

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    Disney Parks Podcast Show #438 – Disney News For the Week of March 12, 2018

    In this episode, Tony and Parkhopper John discuss Jon Favreau creating Star wars series, Pixar Kids Experience,  Discoveryland Theatre, and so much more

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    Disney Parks Podcast Show #433 – Disney News For the Week of February 26, 2018

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    Disney Parks Podcast Show #433 – Disney News For the Week of February 26, 2018

    In this episode, Tony and Parkhopper John discuss Pinocchio Village Haus Table Service Dinner Buffet, Tropical Hideaway Coming to Disneyland’s Adventureland, Behind the Music of Together Forever-A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular, and so much more.

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