Nelson Peltz and Blackwells Capital lose their proxy fight with Disney, new concept art released for “Avatar” land coming to Disneyland Resort, and the first artwork for “Moana 2” released — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, April 3, 2024.

Daily Recap for 4/3/24

Walt Disney World

Magic Kingdom

Construction crews working to install a sign at Tiana's Bayou Adventure. WDWNT Daily Recap 4-3-24

This week, we spotted crew members preparing to install a Tiana’s Bayou Adventure sign at the attraction in Magic Kingdom.
A “Main Entrance” sign was also installed at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom.
The Walt Disney World Railroad experienced a delayed opening on Wednesday morning following a fire caused by Tuesday’s fireworks.

EPCOT

A hand holding up the Mickey Lederhosen Caramel Apple in the Germany Pavilion. WDWNT Daily Recap 4-3-24

A unique new Mickey lederhosen caramel apple is now available at EPCOT.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios

An overhead view of the entrees available at Mama Melrose's Ristorante Italiano. WDWNT Daily Recap 4-3-24

Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano recently made many changes to its menu, and we were there to try many of its new offerings.

Disney Springs

The new limited edition monthly cookie and cake slice from Gideon's Bakehouse. WDWNT Daily Recap 4-3-24

The limited edition April 2024 cookie and a new cake flavor have debuted at Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs, and we were there to review both.

Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

A two-photo collage of a drunk man and Disney's BoardWalk. WDWNT Daily Recap 4-3-24

A drunk man “got a beat down” after making fun of a guest with disabilities at Disney’s BoardWalk, according to police records.

New Merchandise

A three-photo collage of new Kate Spade bags featuring Snow White. WDWNT Daily Recap 4-3-24

A new collaborative collection between Kate Spade and Disney celebrating “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” is now available at Walt Disney World Resort.
A new Disney Bicoastal Adventures pin has landed on both coasts, celebrating Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room.

Other Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World has filed two new permits that are likely for the upcoming Disney Springs drone show, “Dreams That Soar.”
A new Walt Disney World offer will give Disney Visa Cardmembers a free dining plan for select 2024 arrival dates.

Disneyland Resort

During the 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, Disney CEO Bob Iger revealed a new concept image for the upcoming “Avatar” experience for Disneyland Resort.
The first decorative element for Pixar Fest 2024 has arrived ahead of the event at Disneyland Resort.