Holiday popcorn buckets were announced, one was released, and the full Christmas menus for Disneyland Resort were revealed — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, November 4, 2024.

Walt Disney World

Magic Kingdom

A hand holds a festive popcorn bucket with a Disney character design in front of a decorated wreath and a castle in the background.

The 2024 holiday popcorn bucket is now available at carts in Magic Kingdom.
Disney has finished decorating Magic Kingdom for the holidays with the installation of toy soldiers and candy canes in Town Square.
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Walt Disney Imagineering shared a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of their first “Storytelling Window,” which brings Ichabod Crane to life in Magic Kingdom.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios

A large white tarp, resembling an auto draft of a creative concept, covers an area in front of a themed building with decorative architecture and lush greenery, all under a clear blue sky.

Crews have started installing the ice skating rink for “Glisten!,” a new skating show coming to Disney Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Disney Springs

Santa Claus stands cheerfully in a festive room, surrounded by a shimmering Christmas tree, an inviting wreath, and an ornately decorated sofa that gleams with holiday spirit.

Disney announced details of this year’s Santa Claus meet and greet at Disney Springs, which will once again utilize a virtual queue.

Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

Large, colorful stained glass artwork with blue and green abstract patterns, wooden frame with circular details, displayed in an indoor workshop setting.

More details of the new Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows have been revealed through the Disney Vacation Club Elements of Magic Sweepstakes.

New Merchandise

Three festive Disney-themed tumblers with holiday patterns and character designs, including Mickey Mouse and snowflakes.

New Disney Parks holiday Starbucks tumblers and bottles are available online from the Disney Store, and will likely be available at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort soon.
Walt Disney World has a new pair of shoulder plush inspired by the angel and devil on Kronk’s shoulders in “The Emperor’s New Groove.”
The Disney Eats gingerbread collection including a Spirit Jersey, ear headband, and Loungefly backpack is now available from DisneyStore.com.

Other Walt Disney World News

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We tried Walt Disney World’s new $329 line-skipping Lightning Lane Premier Pass.
Walt Disney World is offering discounted 2025 Disney Military Salute Tickets for a limited time.

Disneyland Resort

A festive Mickey Mouse figure holds a present, surrounded by greenery on the left. On the right, a red Mickey-shaped ornament with ribbon and holiday designs.

Disneyland Resort revealed the novelty souvenirs that will be available at dining locations and carts this holiday season.
Holidays at Disneyland Resort run from November 15 through January 6 and guests can enjoy special holiday food items during the celebration.
Disney released the full menus for the Disney Festival of Holidays at Disneyland Resort, which runs from November 15, 2024, through January 6, 2025.
Disneyland Resort has even more holiday merchandise, including Hanukkah items and Christmas decorations.

Entertainment and Media

A toy figure with tribal markings and white skull helmet holds ropes. Two people are pictured in small red boxes at the bottom corners.

AMC Theatres will have an exclusive Kakamora sipper available when “Moana 2” hits theaters this month.

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Magic Kingdom Adding 4th Ferryboat, Gingerbread Spaceship Earth

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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