Month: May 2024

Disney Shares Look at New Mickey & Friends Meet and Greet Coming to EPCOT

As Disney prepares for the opening of CommuniCore Hall on June 10th, they have shared a glimpse of the upcoming meet and greets on the disneyparks Instagram account, giving fans a first glimpse inside the experience at the Mickey & Friends meet and greet area.

Mickey & Friends Meet and Greet

Mickey & Friends section of CommuniCore. Hall from the outside

In the video, dubbed “the most magical photobomb on earth” a Cast Member is seen setting up a camera. She is called away, and Mickey immediately appears and waves at guests. After Mickey departs, Minnie Mouse appears and waves, and after she departs, Goofy does the same. The Cast Member returns, but the characters are no longer there.

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The characters appear in front of a green backdrop, where a stylized version of the Imagination Pavilion is visible, with a monorail track in front of it.

A vibrant mural at EPCOT featuring a tropical scene with palm trees, red flowers, and a modern glass building. The backdrop includes a gradient sky with clouds, framed by two archways on either side, making it a perfect spot for Character Meet and Greets.
A vibrant mural at EPCOT featuring a tropical scene with palm trees, red flowers, and a modern glass building. The backdrop includes a gradient sky with clouds, framed by two archways on either side, making it a perfect spot for Character Meet and Greets.

Mickey Mouse himself appears first, making a playful pose before heading backstage.

A person in a Mickey Mouse costume stands with arms outstretched in front of a colorful background depicting a park scene, reminiscent of popular Disney Character Meet and Greets.

Once Mickey leaves the meet and greet, Minnie Mouse appears, followed by Goofy.

A person in a Minnie Mouse costume is posing with one arm raised in front of a colorful, cartoonish backdrop with trees, flowers, and a building at an EPCOT Character Meet and Greet.

A person dressed as Goofy waves in front of a colorful, cartoon-themed backdrop with flowers and trees during one of Disney's character meet and greets at EPCOT.

CommuniCore Hall will be the home to a new permanent Mickey & Friends meet and greet space. Currently, Mickey and Minnie meet guests at the Imagination! Pavilion, Donald Duck appears at the Mexico Pavilion, and other friends appear sporadically throughout World Celebration.

Are you ready to meet Mickey and all of his friends?

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PHOTOS: Walk Through the Tokyo DisneySea Fantasy Springs Hotel Guest-Exclusive Fantasy Springs Entrance

We took a walk through the Fantasy Springs Entrance available exclusively to guests staying at Tokyo DisneySea Fantasy Springs Hotel.

Fantasy Springs Entrance

Fantasy Springs Entrance with columns leading to a building with pink and cream façade details and a teal sign above. The area is roped off with no people present.

Guests staying at the Fantasy Springs Hotel will have their own dedicated entrance into the new themed port. This Fantasy Springs Entrance is outside of Tokyo DisneySea and takes guests directly into Fantasy Springs via covered walkways.

It is different from the Fantasy Springs Entryway, which is between Lost River Delta, Arabian Coast, and Fantasy Springs and features rock formations inspired by “Peter Pan,” “Frozen,” and “Tangled.”

Fantasy Springs officially opens on June 6, though it has had soft opening guest preview dates sporadically in the weeks leading to June 6.

Entrance to Tokyo DisneySea, featuring an ornate, pastel-colored building facade and decorative metal gate.

The entrance is on the Grand Chateau side of Fantasy Springs Hotel and allows for direct Fantasy Springs entrance and exit at any time during park hours. To enter, guests must have a valid park ticket to Tokyo DisneySea and proof of stay at Fantasy Springs Hotel. Those wishing to re-enter must have their hand stamped by a Cast Member upon exit.

A group of people waits in line at an ornately decorated entrance gate, featuring green accents and intricate designs, likely entering a theme park or similar location.

The arched tunnels allow for a view of the magical springs as guests walk through the entrance.

An ornate sign with a green background and text reading "Frozen Ever After" stands near a construction area with orange cones, ropes, and metal structures. Trees and bushes are in the background.

Work around the entrance is not fully complete, but will likely be all clear prior to the grand opening of the land. Here, you can see construction supplies surrounding a golden-framed tip board.

An entrance to Bayside Station with construction scaffolding inside and tape indicating restricted access. A potted plant and a street lamp are on either side of the entrance.

The Fantasy Springs Entrance is just across the way from Bayside Station, a Disney Resort Line monorail station. This stop is also the closest option for Tokyo Disney Resort Toy Story Hotel and Tokyo Disney Resort Official Hotels.

A group of people stand under a white, decorative archway adorned with gold chandeliers. Some people are dressed in costumes. The archway leads to an entrance with a sign displaying text in the background.

The whimsical feeling of Fantasy Springs begins as guests pass through, with gold filigree details painted onto the ceiling.

Three framed posters against a stone wall, featuring "Frozen," "The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh," and "Peter Pan's Never Land Adventure," displayed in ornate, gold-colored frames.

Posters for attractions found inside Fantasy Springs hang on the wall in ornate gold-colored frames, including Anna and Elsa’s Frozen Journey, Fairy Tinker Bell’s Busy Buggies, and Peter Pan’s Never Land Adventure.

A building wall with two ornate lanterns and a decorative plaque in the center featuring the letters "TS.

Just before you enter into Fantasy Springs, there is a plaque with the initials of the land: FS.

For everything you need to know about Fantasy Springs, you can check out our full guide, as well as our guide to experiencing the land with Standby Pass or Disney Premier Access.

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Magik and Psylocke Feature in Variant Covers for Marvel Comics’ “X-Men #1”

The X-Men’s new “From the Ashes” era arrives on July 10th with the debut of Jed MacKay and Ryan Stegman’s X-Men #1. Fans can prepare for the hotly anticipated issue with two variant covers by acclaimed cover artists John Tyler Christopher and Peach Momoko. What’s Happening: In the wake of Krakoa’s fall, Cyclops leads a new team […]

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Amy Poehler Attends Sydney Premiere of “Inside Out 2”

As June 14th approaches, Inside Out 2 held its Australian premiere this week showcasing one of the main stars of the film. What’s Happening: ABC News reports that Amy Poehler attended the Sydney premiere of Inside Out 2 on Monday night. The event, held at the Sydney Opera House, saw the Joy voice actress perfectly tailored for the […]

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Video: “The Acolyte” Cast and Creator Share Their Favorite Star Wars Characters On “Good Morning America”

Today via its various social media feeds, the Disney-owned morning show Good Morning America shared a video of the cast and creator of Lucasfilm’s live-action series The Acolyte talking about their favorite Star Wars characters. What’s happening: Good Morning America has shared a new video to its social media feeds and YouTube channel, featuring the cast and creator […]

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Millie Gibson Shares Her First Day on the Set of “73 Yards” in New “Doctor Who” Featurette

Travel back to 2022 and to Millie Gibson’s first day on the set of Doctor Who with a newly released video diary from the production of “73 Yards.” What’s Happening: Although it was the fifth episode in terms of broadcast, “73 Yards” was actually Millie Gibson’s first episode recorded when she started with Doctor Who. The […]

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Filmmakers Mark Nielsen and Kelsey Mann Discuss How They Expanded Riley’s Mind For “Inside Out 2”

Deadline sat down with the filmmakers of Inside Out 2 to discuss how they expanded Riley’s mind for the upcoming Pixar sequel. What’s Happening: With the upcoming release of Disney/Pixar’s Inside Out 2, Deadline interviewed filmmakers Kelsey Mann and Mark Nielsen on “opening new doors in the world” of Riley’s teenage mind. Inside Out 2 will continue following […]

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Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Gets New Paint and Lighting One Month Before Grand Opening

With just a month until its June 28 grand opening at Walt Disney World, construction at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure appears to be in its final stages, with loads of small details being worked on.

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Construction Update

Several people walk near a brown wooden building with a red facade and a sign that reads "Frontierland." The area has trees, fences, and posters on display. The entrance to Tiana's Bayou Adventure can be seen.

Starting at Frontierland Railroad Station and the future home of the attraction’s entrance, new lighting has been installed on the entrance marquee.

A wooden structure with a red exterior and a balcony is shown. Scaffolding is set up beneath the balcony, and there are plants and hanging lanterns in the foreground.

The new light fixture can be seen just between the two frames, which will be for Lightning Lane and Standby wait times. It matches the figures on lampposts in the area.

A construction worker wearing a safety vest and helmet stands on scaffolding near a building facade, with foliage and theme park decorations visible in the background.

A crew member could be seen working on the fake foliage above the sign, which has been filled out even more since we first saw it being installed.

Construction site with scaffolding, building materials, and equipment next to a landscaped area and pathway.

In a view from above, you can get a different look at both the light fixture and the greenery.

An empty boat ride track with a sign indicating "we are testing dive" and promising it will open later in the summer is surrounded by trees and greenery.

We noticed quite a few locations were getting painted. Paint supplies could be seen in the flume area after the drop.

A brightly painted building features a colorful mural on one side. The scene includes ladders and construction equipment, suggesting ongoing work. Trees and a boardwalk are also visible.

Moving over to the Tiana’s Foods barn in the queue, crew members were actively working on multiple projects.

A wooden building with yellow and beige siding features purple double doors, an outdoor staircase, and several wall-mounted lanterns. A "Wet Floor" sign is positioned near the entrance.

The double doors on the side of the barn have been painted purple, matching the newly painted window frames over the barn’s Main Entrance sign.

Construction workers performing maintenance on a building at an amusement park. A ladder, traffic cones, and caution tape surround the area. A sign above the door reads "MAIN ENTRANCE.

The signs on the doors of the barn warning of a “Fifty-foot plunge ahead” have been covered to prevent damage while painting is done. A crew member appeared to be working on painting wood just beyond those doors. The interior second set of doors has been painted green to match the first set.

Outdoor area under construction with ladders, caution tape, traffic cones, and various equipment next to a building marked "Main Entrance." Trees and fencing are visible in the background.

Additionally, caution tape has been added to the floor in multiple locations in this area. Further back, crew members continue to work on wiring the lamp and speaker posts in the back queue.

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New Art Added to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Construction Walls with One Month To Go Until Official Opening

One month from today, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will officially open at the Magic Kingdom. With just a few days to go until previews of the attraction begin, the finishing touches are being put in place around the exterior. Even though they’ll soon be coming down, some jazzy new art has been added to the construction walls […]

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