DirecTV Subscribers Could Lose Disney TV Networks if New Deal Isn’t Reached

According to Variety, Disney’s TV networks could no longer be available to DirecTV subscribers as early as this Sunday if they cannot come to an agreement. What’s Happening: Disney’s TV networks including ESPN and ABC might no longer be available to DirecTV subscribers as early as Sunday if they cannot come to a renewed distribution deal. DirecTV’s […]

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Are You REALLY a Magic Kingdom Fan If You Don’t Have This Shirt?!

“.. Just a dream away…”

Carousel of Progress

There are many famous quotes among Disney fans, though few are more beloved than “There’s a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow.” The phrase, which comes from the Sherman Brothers song written by the Sherman Brothers for the iconic Carousel of Progress attraction, has become a rallying cry for the optimistic worldview that many see exemplified by the Disney company when they’re at their best. 

We’re Celebrating “There’s a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow” with a Brand-New Merchandise Collection! 

We’ve emblazoned the legendary lyric on a series of products that make perfect wear for a day at the Magic Kingdom or simply lounging around the house. 

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There are tee shirts

sweatshirts

tank tops 

children’s clothing

… and even a onesie!

There are also accessory options, like a sipper glass

… or a coffee cup, to ensure an each morning is the start of a great big beautiful day. 

You can even outfit your smartphone with a bright new case if you so choose!

Our NEW merchandise collection will ensure that you truly do have a “Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow” shining at the end of every day!

Shop The Collection Here

Heading to the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival? We Can Help!

2024 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Guide

If the festival feels overwhelming to you and you don’t know where to start, check out our 2024 DFB Food & Wine Festival Guide! With over 250 pages of information, you’ll learn everything you need to know about the festival all in one place! And since it’s digital, you can bring it WITH you on your phone! That way, if you’re confused and get stuck, you have our guide right at your fingertips.

Grab the Guide right here!

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Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation.

Whether you’re a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever!

Will you be grabbing this new merch? Tell us in the comments!

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Walt Disney World Hosting Parade Celebrating the Lake Mary Little League Team at Magic Kingdom

The Lake Mary Little League team will be celebrating its Little League World Series Championship with a parade at the Walt Disney World Resort. What’s Happening: The Lake Mary Little League team will celebrate the Little League World Series Championship with a parade at Magic Kingdom Park. Thousands of guests will wave and cheer as the team […]

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Exclusive: Disney Legend Tony Baxter Discusses His Love of “Mary Poppins” and Latest Disney Fine Art Release in New Interview

Tony Baxter is a Disney Legend in the truest sense of the term. Every day, Disney Parks guests can experience some of the classic attractions he’s had a hand in bringing to life. Now, those guests will also have a chance to display a different type of Baxter’s work in their homes. Disney Fine Art […]

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SeaWorld San Diego Debuts the First Ever Howl-O-Sprint 5K

Registration is now open for SeaWorld San Diego’s first ever Howl-O-Sprint 5K. What’s Happening: SeaWorld San Diego’s Howl-O-Scream is introducing a 5K running and walking event. This will go through all of the Halloween decor before the park opens to the general public. Howl-O-Sprint 5K will start at 7:00 a.m. on Sunday, October 20th, and registration […]

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Photos/Videos: Characters You’ll Encounter at Oogie Boogie Bash in 2024

The Disneyland Resort’s fan-favorite after-hours event, Oogie Boogie Bash, keeps Halloween fans of all ages coming back year after year. One of the event’s biggest draws is the plethora of villainous characters lurking about. Some are available for meet and greets, while others are only available in passing via treat trails or parades. This guide […]

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The BIGGEST Reason Disney’s Oogie Boogie Bash Sells Out So Fast Every Year

Happy Oogie Boogie Bash, friends!

Oogie Boogie sign above Disney California Adventure

We look forward to this event all year and we can’t believe it’s finally here! We love all the exclusive snacks and entertainment we get to experience during this event, as well as, of course, the trick or treating! Kids and adults have tons of fun traveling through the Treat Trails around Disney California Adventure and getting all the candy possible and meeting Disney villains while they do it. Here’s where you can find all the treat trails around this year’s event!

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At the entrance to each trail, you’ll find a Treat Trail Entrance Marker, OR you can look for them marked on your Oogie Boogie Bash map — they’re marked with a black cauldron!

A closer look

And these aren’t just any trails — you’ll also be able to spot your favorite Disney villains along each one! This year, there are 12 of treat trails, and you can find the following villains at each one:

  • Yokai from Big Hero 6 (San Fransokyo Maker’s Market at San Fransokyo Square)

Yokai

  • Sid from Toy Story (Near Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff at Pixar Pier)

It’s Sid!

  • Judge Doom (Near Soarin’ Around the World at Grizzly Peak)

Judge Doom was new in 2023

  • Mad Madam Mim (Bountiful Valley Hideaway)

Madam Mim

  • Agatha Harkness (Ancient Sanctum in Avengers Campus) — P.S.: She has a new outfit this year!

Looking good, Agatha!

  • Ernesto de la Cruz (Hyperion Theater Courtyard in Hollywood Land)

Ernesto!

  • Oogie Boogie (Disney Animation Building)

Oogie Boogie Bash

  • Cars Land
  • Buena Vista Street
  • World of Color (Paradise Gardens Park)

Vampire Mater!

We saved the newest ones for last! Both Hades and Dr. Doofenschmirtz made their debut at Oogie Boogie Bash this year.

  • Hades (Hades Hideaway at Hollywood Land)

  • Dr. Doofenshmirtz (Disney Theater at Hollywood Land)

While Disney will give you a bag to collect all your candy in, it’s relatively small, so we do recommend bringing a larger bag with you if you REALLY want to take advantage of all the candy!

Treat Trail!

We’re bringing you all the latest Oogie Boogie Bash news, so stay tuned to DFB!

Learn everything there is to know about Oogie Boogie Bash here!

What’s your favorite treat trail at Oogie Boogie Bash? Tell us in the comments!

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FIRST LOOK at the 2024 Oogie Boogie Bash Map at Disneyland!

Who’s ready to oogie and boogie all night long?

Oogie Boogie sign above Disney California Adventure

The most hauntingly fun event is back, from August 25 – October 31, 2024, Oogie Boogie and his Disney Villain friends are back to host Oogie Boogie Bash over at Disney California Adventure!

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All nights have already sold out for this event so it is extremely popular, and with all its offerings, we totally get it! This event features Trick-or-Treat Trails where partygoers can encounter Villains along the path, Disney characters roaming the party dressed in their Halloween best, and bash-exclusive treats and entertainment.

©Disney

The event has a special map where you can check out all the goodies the bash has to offer, and here’s a look at all it includes! Before we dive into this year’s map, if you prefer to use your phone, there are signs up with a QR code that takes you to the event guide digitally.

The event guide is available digitally

The first thing we noticed off the bat is that the map looks different than previous years! Here’s the 2023 version…

Oogie Boogie Bash 2023

…and here’s the 2024 version! It’s folded differently so that it’s easy to slip into your park bag. We like it!

The cover has the year and time of the event along with the Oogie Boogie Bash logo. Park maps are one of our favorite souvenirs, especially because they are FREE! The info on the front makes it a great keepsake to look back on later.

The front

When you unfold the first part of the map, you’ll stumble across some Disney+ and Hulu ads. But the most important part here is the food and novelty section! While Oogie Boogie Bash keeps several restaurants in the park open, there are only a few exclusive items at the event. The list includes:

Let’s open it up, shall we?

The map also points out the Minnie Mouse Hocus Pocus Sipper which is available at locations around the park.

Food options

Unfold it again and you’ve got the full park map! This will be your full guide to the event with a list of villainous treat trails and other entertainment information like Villains Grove and the Frightfully Fun Parade. Don’t forget — the parade is your chance to see the Headless Horseman!

Map

If you look closer, there are cauldrons on the map with numbers that represent the treat trails. There are also several camera icons on the map and that’s where you’ll find PhotoPass opportunities!

A closer look

We are so excited that Oogie Boogie Bash is finally here and can’t wait to see what else is in store!

Stay tuned as we bring you all the latest in Disney news and updates.

You Won’t BELIEVE the NEW Oogie Boogie Bash Villains Disney Just Debuted!

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Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation.

Whether you’re a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever!

Are you going to Oogie Boogie Bash this year? We’d love to read about it in the comments!

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ALERT: An EXTREMELY Special Parade Is Happening in Magic Kingdom This Week!

There are a lot of special events in Disney World.

Hello, Dreamers!

Some of them are more prominent and obvious guests, such as after hours parties like Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Others though are quieter, like children having their Make-A-Wish trips and getting to take part in exclusive experiences, or one-day-only parades that celebrate select accomplishments. We just found out one of those special parades is on its way to Magic Kingdom THIS WEEK to celebrate something really amazing!

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Have you ever heard a professional athlete state they’re going to Disney World or Disneyland after they win a big championship? Sometimes Disney even has exclusive parades to celebrate the entirety of an athletic team, where park guests can wave hello to them and cheer for their accomplishments.

Anaheim Duck Days

And that’s what’s about to happen again, but for an athletic team that’s MUCH younger than who we normally see. But their accomplishment is no less impressive — the Little League World Series Championship has been around for 77 years, and for the FIRST time ever, the Lake Mary Little League team took home the win this past Sunday!

©Daytona Beach News Journal

That’s right! On August 25th, the Lake Mary Little League team beat Taoyuan City, Chinese Taipiei in a 2-1 score with a bunt in the second extra inning, according to The Daytona Beach News-Journal, winning them the championship. And just like their pro-sports heroes, the team will now get to parade down the Magic Kingdom parade route to wave to fans and celebrate their win. 

 

This one-time parade will take place this coming Thursday, August 29th at 1:30PM. If you’re in the parks and find yourself in the area, be sure to stop for a moment and cheer on these young athletes and celebrate their accomplishments with them!

Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney World news!

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Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation.

Whether you’re a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever!

What’s your favorite special parade you’ve ever seen in Disney World? Tell us in the comments!

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Book Review: “Our Shouts Echo” is A Dark Comedy Full of Wit and Charm

Winner of the 2024 Coretta Scott King-John Steptoe New Talent Award, author Jade Adia returns following the success of her debut novel, There Goes the Neighborhood (check out our review). Adia’s second novel, Our Shouts Echo, is a coming-of-age story about 16-year-old Niarah Holloway, a Los Angeles transplant whose plans to build a doomsday shelter in her […]

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