Yes, it’s STILL the “Hap-Happiest Season of ALL” in Magic Kingdom!
Santa Claus in Magic Kingdom
And while we’re taking in all the seasonal snacks and Santa Sightings (AND making sure we mail our letters to ol’ St. Nick, while we’re at it), we’re also checking out WHAT’S NEW in Magic Kingdom!
Magic Kingdom Restaurant and Food Updates
The Crystal Palace
Did you know that The Crystal Palace is reopening to guests again in just a matter of days?
The Crystal Palace
Though this table service spot won’t be offering Character Dining upon its initial reopening, it WILL be serving up a new family-style meal!
Outside The Crystal Palace
We noticed that physical distancing markers — or distancing dots — have been placed outside of the restaurant ahead of the welcoming of guests again starting on Sunday, December 13th.
Distancing Markers near The Crystal Palace
We can’t wait to bring you our review when it reopens this weekend!
See the full MENU for the new meal at The Crystal Palace here!
The Friar’s Nook
Heading over into Fantasyland, we happened upon a Cast Member stationed at the entrance to the queue for The Friar’s Nook.
The Friar’s Nook
The cast member was writing down guests’ orders before they reached the ordering counter with the goal of making the process move faster.
Cast Member assisting at The Friar’s Nook
What’ll it be for you at the Nook? Would you go for the Loaded Buffalo Chicken Tots or Creamy Bacon Mac & Cheese?
Loaded Buffalo Chicken Tots
Doesn’t sound like you can go wrong either way to me!
See our latest review of The Friar’s Nook here!
Main Street Confectionery
Though the Baby Yoda Krispy Treats hit the snacking scene a little while ago, this was our first time spotting them at the Main Street Confectionery.
Baby Yoda Krispy Treats
By the way, are you all caught up on The Mandalorian? The newest episode is out today, y’all!
Check out these Force-filled Krispy Treats here!
Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates
The Emporium
Are you stuck when it comes to ideas for how to fill Fido’s stocking this Christmas? Well, the Emporium has a couple of new items to help you out!
Monorail Squeaky Toy
The Disney Tails pet accessories line now features a MONORAIL Squeaky Toy!
Monorail Squeaky Toy
It’s $17.99.
There’s also a Disney Tails Rain Jacket to keep your furry friend dry during inclement weather.
Disney Dogs Pet Rain Jacket
And it’s covered with…
Disney Dogs Pet Rain Jacket
… MORE FURRY FRIENDS! This Disney Dogs Rain Jacket is $34.99.
Disney Dogs Pet Rain Jacket
Fido is lucky to have you! 
Frontier Trading Post
This was also the first time we could recall spotting the WonderGround Gallery figurine featuring Mr. Toad at the Frontier Tradining Post.
Mr. Toad Figurine
They had the Partners Statue vinyl figure up for grabs, too. (Each one is $29.99.)
Partners Statue Figure
And that’s the latest from Magic Kingdom! But someone wants to say, “See You Real Soon,” before we go…
Minnie and Mickey in Magic Kingdom
And if you’re wondering what else is new in Walt Disney World this week…
See What’s New in Disney Springs by clicking here!
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