May the 4th may have come and gone, but there’s a VERY good reason to celebrate being a Star Wars fan today.

Rey and Chewie

Even better, you don’t even need to visit Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to celebrate. That’s because the BIG Star Wars event that is happening right now is an online FLASH SALE, and it’s all about lightsabers. So head on over to shopDisney because you can now get 30% off select lightsabers. Say what?

Yep, you can now save 30% off on some lightsabers — but ONLY for today. That even includes the Legacy Darksaber Set, just like the one you can see in The Mandalorian. Are you worthy enough to wield the Darksaber?

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This set includes the blade, hilt, and stand. The blade also lights up. The hilt is detachable and can be worn on a belt.

Buy the Legacy Darksaber Set Here

You can also now grab the Darth Vader Legacy Lightsaber Collectible Set. This set also comes with a blade, hilt, and stand.

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You can push a button on the hilt to make the blade light up in red, just like Darth Vader. Come to the Dark Side…while it’s on sale!

Get the Darth Vader Legacy Lightsaber Collectible Set Here

If you lean more toward the Light Side, you can also get the Obi-Wan Kenobi Legacy Lightsaber Collectible Set on sale. This set includes an Obi-Wan Kenobi Legacy Lightsaber Hilt, a Light-Up Lightsaber Blade, Display Stand, and Lightsaber Belt Clip.

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Say “hello there” by wielding the iconic weapon of one of the most legendary Jedi to ever live — AND it’s on sale!

Buy the Obi-Wan Kenobi Legacy Lightsaber Collectible Set Here

These and more lightsabers are on sale, so be sure to head on over to shopDisney NOW to grab this deal!

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Disneyland Resort is in the midst of some big changes and something NEW has just been announced.

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A new store is making its way to Avengers Campus, Splash Mountain has permanently CLOSED to become Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, and one restaurant is in the process of becoming a Tiana-themed spot. But now there’s something new to look forward to if you plan to visit Disneyland Resort in the evening!

A brand new Pixar film — Elemental — is set to be released on June 16th, 2023, and soon Disney California Adventure Park will have a nighttime addition themed to the movie.

Starting June 2nd, a NEW water short — called Elemental Connection — will be available to watch at Disney California Adventure Park!

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The “water short” will highlight the stories and characters from Elemental, and will be presented as a pre-show to the park’s typical nighttime water show, World of Color — ONE.

There will be projections across screens of water, fountains, and music. It’ll only be available for a limited time and will run just about 2 minutes.

Disney says that in seeing the show, “you’ll see that stepping out of your element may help you uncover who you really are, just like Ember and Wade.”

For those not familiar with Elemental, the new Pixar movie will follow Ember and Wade, two unlikely friends that end up sharing a lot in common. Ember is a fiery woman with a predestined fate — to own her family’s shop. She’s heard her whole life that “elements do not mix,” but begins to question the mantra when she meets Wade, a “go-with-the-flow” guy who encourages her to live her life to her own standards.

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Tickets for the film are available to buy and we’ve seen merchandise released for it too.

Be sure to stop by Disney California Adventure to catch the pre-show themed to the film before it’s gone! For more Disneyland updates, click here to learn about the NEW snacks coming to the resort, and see how one Disneyland hotel is dramatically CHANGING.

Will you be checking out this pre-show? Tell us in the comments.

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Are you a Disney World Annual Passholder?

Disney World Annual Pass

Do you enjoy all the perks that come with being a Passholder, like free parking at all four theme parks, Pass renewal discounts, early access to new rides, and more? What about those food and merchandise discounts? If you enjoy those perks, you’re about to enjoy them EVEN MORE.

We previously told you that for a limited time, Disney World Annual Passholders discounts will be INCREASED. Well, today is the DAY that’s happening. From May 31st to June 30th, you’ll be able to save EVEN MORE on dining and shopping in Disney World!

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So how much will you be able to save? Well, instead of the usual 20% off at Disney-owned- and -operated merchandise locations, you’ll get 30% off! However, you will need to make sure you have your Passholder card and a valid government ID with you at the time. You can also link your Annual Pass to the My Disney Experience app to get that discount using Mobile Checkout at select stores.

Mobile Checkout

At Disney World restaurants, the discount will increase from 10% to 20% — but remember this tip: if you purchase snacks and drinks from SHOPS throughout Disney World, the food actually counts as merchandise and you’ll get 30% off instead.

Save on food, too!

So if you’re an Annual Passholder, it might be the PERFECT time to go on a shopping — and eating — spree! As always, we’ll keep you updated on ALL Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for more.

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A new pre-show inspired by Pixar’s “Elemental” will debut ahead of “World of Color – ONE” at Disney California Adventure on June 2, 2023.

Elemental Connection

The pre-show, titled “Elemental Connection,” will showcase the story and characters of “Elemental.” It will play in front of “World of Color – ONE” for a limited time.

“Elemental” will be in theaters on June 16, 2023, so we can expect the pre-show to last at least through the film’s release. Read more about “Elemental” below.

Elemental

“Elemental” is described as follows: ”In a city where fire, water, land, & air residents live together, a fiery young woman & a go-with-the-flow guy will discover something elemental: How much they have in common.” It stars Mamoudou Athie and Leah Lewis as Wade and Ember, respectively. The screenplay is by Brenda Hsueh and it’s produced by Denise Ream. Pixar veteran Thomas Newman composed the score.

It’s directed by Peter Sohn, who previously directed Pixar’s “The Good Dinosaur.” Sohn drew on his youth as a child of immigrants growing up in 1970s New York City for the story of “Elemental.”

The first full trailer for “Elemental” was released in March. It will be in theaters on June 16, 2023.

“Elemental” is coming out a year after Pixar’s last film, “Lightyear,” a “Toy Story” spinoff. Another “Toy Story” sequel is in the works.

After “Elemental,” Pixar’s sci-fi adventure “Elio” is on the release schedule for March 2024, followed by “Inside Out 2” in June 2024.

World of Color – ONE

World of Color premiered as part of Summer Nightastic! in 2010. It’s performed on the water in front of Pixar Pier using 1,200 water fountains, lights, fire, lasers, fog, and projections on mist screens.

“World of Color – ONE,” the latest iteration of World of Color, debuted as part of the Disney 100 Years of Wonder celebration, honoring 100 years of The Walt Disney Company. The show features moments from across Disney’s varied franchises. It tells a new story of how a single action, like a drop of water, creates a ripple that can grow into a wave of change. The show’s original song, “Start a Wave,” is available for streaming.

Some Pixar Pier attractions are now operating during “World of Color – ONE” for the first time.

Previous “World of Color” pre-shows include the Lunar New Year 2023 tag, “Hurry Home.”

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Walt Disney World has reopened 2024 vacation bookings after having to pause sales due to overwhelming guest demand.

2024 Vacation Bookings

Disney opened 2024 vacation bookings early this morning but quickly paused all sales via phone and online. Guests trying to book saw messages stating, “Room, package and ticket bookings are currently paused online and over the phone. Bookings will resume as soon as possible.”

Similar problems happened last week, as guests desperately swamped the reservation systems attempting to book voyages aboard the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser.

A virtual waiting room to book 2024 vacations online is now open a few hours later, although a message saying bookings are paused still appears and the approximate wait time is “recalculating.”

As Disney states, to retain your place in the waiting room, don’t refresh the page or hit the back button.

With bookings opening today, guests can reserve a Disney Dining Plan for the first time in three years.

Disney Dining Plan

The Disney Dining Plans will return on January 9, 2024.

There are two plans as part of the program: Disney Dining Plan and Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan. The first includes table-service restaurants. Read about Disney Dining Plan pricing.

Check out the full list of Walt Disney World restaurants participating in both Disney Dining Plans.

Read more details about the Disney Dining Plan.

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