All the Disney Parks in One Podcast
Disney Parks Podcast Show #876- Disney New For The Week Of June 16, 2025
In today’s show, we have news about 2025 Halloween at Disneyland: Oogie Boogie Bash Dates, Walt Disney World Officially Announces New Polynesian Village Resort Entrance, and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.
Disney Parks Podcast Show #873- Disney New For The Week Of May 26, 2025
In today’s show, we have news about New Rooms at Port Orleans French Quarter, Everything We Know About ‘Disney Starlight’, and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.
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.
Disney Parks Podcast Show #868- Disney New For The Week Of April 21, 2025
In today’s show, we have news about new details on the Disney Destiny cruise ship, updates about Disney Lakeshore Lodge, and so much more on today’s Disney Parks podcast.
Key Takeaways from this week’s show:
Victoria & Albert’s at Grand Floridian has retained its MICHELIN Star for over 20 years.
Capa at Four Seasons Orlando keeps its Michelin Star, led by Chef Malyna Si, Florida’s only female Michelin-starred chef.
Pride Lands dining show aboard Disney Destiny features Lion King-inspired entertainment and African-fusion cuisine.
De Vil’s lounge offers Cruella-themed cocktails in a fashion-forward piano bar setting.
The Sanctum is a Doctor Strange-inspired lounge with interactive magical mixology.
Edna Á La Mode Sweets serves character-themed desserts with fun photo ops on Disney Destiny.
The new “Disney Hercules” stage show debuts on Disney Destiny, and it features updated music, costumes, and puppetry.
Loki, Cruella, Dr. Facilier, and Maleficent headline villain-themed experiences aboard Disney Destiny.
Smugglers Run ride updates coming May 22, 2026, including Grogu, The Mandalorian, and new destinations.
Disney Lakeshore Lodge construction is underway near Fort Wilderness; opening is planned for 2027.
Stitch’s meet-and-greet at Disneyland Paris now uses a virtual queue system.
Additional Paris characters (Mickey, Olaf, Princesses, Star Wars) will join the virtual queue soon.
Hong Kong Disneyland celebrates its 20th Anniversary with a year-long event starting June 28, 2025.
“Friendtastic!” parade and “Momentous” nighttime drone/fireworks show featured in HKDL celebration.
The new Sorcerer Mickey-themed guest room will open at Tokyo Disney Ambassador Hotel on October 13, 2025.
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:
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).
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.
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.
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.
New Treats at Disney’s Pop Century Resort (April 4):
New ice cream and dessert offerings like sundaes, shakes, and cake bars.
Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic (Nov 14–15, 2025):
Unlimited tastings from 23 restaurants, live music, and celebrity chef appearances.
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.
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!
Disney Parks Podcast Show #862-Disney New For The Week Of March 24, 2025
In today’s show, we have news about Three Incredible Dining Experiences Coming Soon to Disneyland Resort, the New Disney Vacation Club Lounge Opens at Magic Kingdom Park, and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.
Disney Parks Podcast Show #861-Disney New For The Week Of March 17, 2025
In today’s show, we have news about Bluey Coming to the Parks, BDX Droids Coming to Disney World, and so much more on today’s Disney Parks Podcast.
Disney Parks Podcast Show #860-Interview With Donald W. Ballard, Author of Disneyland Hotel Books
Welcome to the Disney Parks Podcast, where we explore the stories behind Disney’s history! Today, we’re joined by Donald W. Ballard, historian and author, whose passion for the Disneyland® Hotel began in the 1970s.
In 1998, he set out to document its rich history, uncovering the visionary work of Jack Wrather, the hotel’s original owner, and his striking parallels to Walt Disney. Through years of research and rare memorabilia, Don has preserved the magic of the hotel’s golden era.
Join us as we dive into his journey, the evolution of the Disneyland® Hotel, and the memories that make it iconic!” Welcome to the show, Donald
