Disney has confirmed that a DVC lounge is replacing the Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade at Magic Kingdom, a new Matterhorn tiki mug is coming to Disneyland, and a new “Change Your Ticket” feature was added to the Disneyland app — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, June 13, 2024.

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Magic Kingdom

A new Disney Vacation Club member lounge will replace the Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade at Magic Kingdom.
A closing date for the Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade was announced alongside further details for the lounge.
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom had a delayed opening on the first day of Annual Passholder previews.
Cast Members of The Crystal Palace at Magic Kingdom have debuted their new costumes.

EPCOT

A large, dimly lit restaurant filled with diners seated at tables with red and gold chairs. In the background, a pyramid structure and a smoking San volcano are visible under a dark, blue-lit sky.

San Angel Inn Restaurante in the Mexico Pavilion of EPCOT has new seating.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios

A hand holds a plate with a large chocolate Lightning McQueen Sundae, covered in sprinkles and a whipped topping, set against a backdrop of a colorful mural at Disney's Hollywood Studios.

Among the new Pixar-inspired treats available at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is the Annual Passholder-exclusive Lightning McQueen Ice Cream Sundae.

New Merchandise

A display of themed merchandise featuring Disney characters Stitch and Minnie Mouse, including plush toys, headbands, a shirt, and a pin set—all with a pink and donut theme inspired by Disney Eats.

Disney’s Yacht Club Resort at Walt Disney World has a new series of apparel by Vineyard Vines.
The new donut-inspired Disney Eats and Stitch Attacks Snacks collections have arrived at Walt Disney World.

Other Walt Disney World News

A Navy veteran passed away after ignoring chest pains to give his family a perfect visit to the Magic Kingdom — here’s how you can help his children.
A helicopter was spotted filming and/or taking photos above Walt Disney World on the morning of Thursday, June 13.

Disneyland Resort

A blue and white ceramic mug in the shape of a growling snowman with "TRADER SAM'S ENCHANTED TIKI BAR" text. Another mug has "5TH ANNIVERSARY" and "EXPEDITION" text with mountain and rope designs.

A new Matterhorn 65th Anniversary Abominable Snowman tiki mug will be available from Trader Sam’s at Disneyland Resort on June 20.
The Orange County Register has confirmed that Disney California Adventure will reduce performances of Warriors of Wakanda: The Disciplines of the Dora Milaje and Citizens of Buena Vista Street.
A new feature on the Disneyland Resort website and app makes it easier for guests to make changes to tickets they have already purchased.

Tokyo Disney Resort

A plush toy shaped like a monorail. The toy is white with blue and grey detailing, featuring small, dark blue designs resembling mouse ears on the windows.

Tokyo Disney Resort is releasing a new map-inspired merchandise collection in three series. The first, inspired by two Tokyo Disneyland lands and three Tokyo DisneySea ports, will be released on July 11.
Tokyo Disney Resort has a new merchandise collection, “Go-Go-Go! with Disney Vehicles,” inspired by Disney ride vehicles and transportation.

The Walt Disney Company

Left: Bob Iger. Right: Governor Ron DeSantis.

Disney officially dropped their federal lawsuit against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis after they and the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District successfully created a new development agreement.
Before registration opens next month, runDisney shared details of this year’s Virtual 12Ks of Christmas, including a first look at one of the medals.

That’s it for today; we hope you enjoyed this Daily Recap. Thanks for stopping by, and we’ll see you tomorrow!

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