Universal Epic Universe Sweepstakes & More: Daily Recap (9/11/24)

Universal Orlando Resort is hosting an Epic Universe sweepstakes, a Disneyland Paris Cast Member works double duty in park operations and as a DJ, a scammer was arrested for pretending to be an Oriental Land Company employee, Wayne Brady lived out his dream to be part of the Dapper Dans — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, September 11, 2024.

Walt Disney World

Magic Kingdom

Five men in colorful striped vests and blue pants, some singing. A man in a similar outfit smiles at the camera with the text "I'm a Dapper Dan!" displayed next to him. Catch these Dapper Dans performing live at Magic Kingdom!

The replacement of Adventureland pavement has reached Skipper Canteen.
Wayne Brady performed with the Dapper Dans for his freeform series “Wayne Brady: The Family Remix.”

EPCOT

A large geodesic dome structure surrounded by trees and several people walking in a circular plaza area under a partly cloudy sky.

Our September 10 photo report covers Test Track construction, new Pins, new Disney Eats and Stitch Attacks Snacks collections, and tiny village drama.

New Merchandise

A hand holds a Disney-themed die-cut car magnet featuring a blue oval design with intricate patterns reminiscent of a Cast Member Nametag. Other similar magnets are displayed in the background, adding to the charm.

New holiday-themed personalizable Cast Member nametag-inspired magnets are available at Disney Springs.

Disneyland Resort

Three images display a small, gold sequin-covered Minnie Mouse backpack with a golden bow. The Loungefly backpack, labeled from "Disney Parks," has an interior shown with white foam.

Disneyland Resort has a new gold sequin Loungefly collection including a backpack and wallet.
Disneyland hosted a multi-day “Star Wars” adventure for Make-A-Wish kids.

Tokyo Disney Resort

Two individuals, both wearing masks, sit in the back of a vehicle. Japanese text overlays the image, suggesting they are suspects in a Disney-related fraud case.

A woman was arrested for impersonating an Oriental Land Company employee and scamming others out of thousands.

Disneyland Paris

Two images side by side: on the left, three Disney Cast Members smiling and posing outside in a park; on the right, a crowded indoor scene with vibrant multicolored lighting, people dancing to the beats of a Nightlife DJ.

Disneyland Paris highlighted a Cast Member who works double duty in park operations and as a Disney Village DJ.

Entertainment and Media

An older man in a dark military uniform stands with a solemn expression. A blurred, illuminated circular background is visible behind him.

A film producer and friend of the late Peter Cushing is suing Lucasfilm for recreating Cushing’s likeness using CGI in “Rogue One.”

Universal Studios

Universal Orlando Resort

Artist's rendering of Epic Universe theme park featuring areas like Super Nintendo World, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, and How to Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk, labeled and colorful, opening in 2025.

Fans can enter to win a five-night vacation including a visit to Epic Universe.

Universal Studios Hollywood

A sinister figure with glowing red eyes, sharp teeth, and long, white hair stares menacingly. The mouth is dripping with pinkish substance.

We shared our full video of the Monstruos 2: Nightmares of Latin America haunted house.
And our full video of the Universal Monsters: Eternal Bloodlines house.

WDW News Today

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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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