Pirates of the Caribbean at the Magic Kingdom will close in early 2018 for a refurbishment which will include controversial changes to the Auction scene of the ride.
The attraction will be closed February 26th to March 18th, 2018, reopening on March 19th, 2018 with the new scene.
The new auction scene will feature an auction of goods rather than for a Pirate bride.
As Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party returns to Magic Kingdom Park on select nights from November 9th through December 22nd, so does exclusive merchandise that captures the joyful atmosphere felt during this holiday event.
Drawing inspiration from the whimsical spirit of the party, this year’s collection features festive elements guests may see during the event. Apparel and products range from T-shirts for adults and kids to a holiday ornament.
“We enjoy creating items that remind guests of their holiday event experiences because we know they love mementos that celebrate this special time of year,” says Cathy Dawson, merchandise product developer for special events at Disney Parks. Designed in a style reminiscent of holiday cards and graphics from the 1960s, the event artwork mixes images of wrapped gifts and Disney characters to evoke warm, nostalgic feelings of holidays past. “Shades of reds and greens serve as a nice canvas for fun images of Mickey and Minnie Mouse decked out in their holiday best,” says Dawson.
There are subtle nods to holidays of yore. A great example is the hooded sweatshirt with a dancing reindeer, a playful character seen in “Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade” that guests’ have adored for years.
New this year, Goofy and Clarabelle Cow take center stage on holiday sweater-style shirts and a decorative mug inspired by “Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration,” a live show in which Mickey and his pals hold an unforgettable holiday gathering celebrating friendship and music.
Disney pin collectors can decorate their pin lanyards for the holidays with limited edition pins and pin sets; while exclusive apparel and a limited release pin set give Annual Passholders more ways to celebrate the season during the party.
Rounding out the event exclusive assortment, guests will find a MagicBand presented in a scented decorative box.
Find these products and more in Magic Kingdom Park during the party at the shops listed below. Please note all items will be available while supplies last.
For more information and to purchase tickets to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, visit Disneyworld.com/ChristmasParty.
While the attraction was confirmed back in July, we have seen little in the way of preparations for the TRON Lightcycle Power Run attraction at the Magic Kingdom. This week, it appears that early site work has begun.
A set of construction walls has appeared behind the Tomorrowland Light & Power Company. Nearby, some flags have been placed in the ground to mark wiring or other utilities in the ground.
No exact opening date for the attraction has been stated, but it will open before the 50th anniversary of the Magic Kingdom in 2021.
The Lunching Pad in Tomorrowland at the Magic Kingdom is now serving a sweet alternative to their other stuffed pretzels, a warm salted caramel pretzel.
Rather than stuffed with any sort of cheese, this pretzel is stuffed with a warm caramel sauce, with the salted portion coming from the exterior of the pretzel. The pretzel includes a nice-sized cup of chocolate sauce as well. Without the sauce, the pretzel is solid, with a nice flavor the caramel and doughy pretzel, but the sauce is what makes this something truly special.
It is pretty rich and decadent, and I’m not sure any one person should or could eat a full pretzel because of this, but the combination of salt, caramel, and chocolate is perfection.
This is a serious new contender for best snack in the park, easily the best of the chocolate or caramel varieties. It’s plenty big to share and won’t disappoint in flavor.
Starting Saturday, October 28th, 2017, the backstage parking lot located between Main Street U.S.A. and Tomorrowland will be closed to Cast Members as Disney prepares to begin construction on the new live entertainment venue for the park.
AT D23 EXPO 2017, DISNEY PARKS CHAIRMAN BOB CHAPEK SHARES PLANS FOR A NEW ENTERTAINMENT VENUE COMING TO MAGIC KINGDOM PARK — Walt Disney Parks & Resorts Chairman Bob Chapek unveiled plans to build a new entertainment venue, inspired by the iconic Willis Theater as it looked in 1920s Kansas City, at Magic Kingdom Park. The theater is set to bring world-class entertainment to the Walt Disney World Resort.
The theater, inspired by the Willis Theater as it looked in 1920’s Kansas City, was announced at the D23 Expo 2017. The theater is expected to host broadway-style shows. No opening date has been set for the venue, nor has it been announced what show(s) the theater will hold.
Merchandise for the upcoming PIXAR animated film Coco has arrived at the Disney Parks…
The first place we have seen any merchandise for this movie was last night in The Emporium at the Magic Kingdom.
All of the plush is $24.99 each.
This playlet is also $24.99.
The mug is $15.99.
Some pins for sale as well.
All of this merchandise (except for the pins) can also be found at the Disney Store or online at ShopDisney.com.
While announced quite some time ago, we have heard little about the 4 planned Club 33 locations at Walt Disney World since. While not confirmed, it appears that the Magic Kingdom location for the exclusive club is finally under construction.
The remainder of the Adventureland Veranda restaurant that wasnât utilized by the Skipper Canteen appears to getting repurposed for Club 33.
The outside portion of the Veranda has had a large section of the awning removed to be rebuilt.
This area will likely be reconfigured to offer a view of fireworks at the Magic Kingdom. Some trees will need to be removed.
Disney has yet to confirm any of the Walt Disney World locations for Club 33.
Our latest photo report brings us to the Magic Kingdom for one last look at the Halloween season before Christmas settles in next week.
The last Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Part is on November 1st, and then it’s full speed to the Christmas season at the park.
A section of the Emporium is still behind tarps.
Items in the Vera Bradley Alice in Wonderland collection are buy one, get one 50% off at Uptown Jewelers.
The Little Mermaid collection is also available here.
A smaller version of The Dress Shop has opened towards Casey’s Corner. Many of the dresses, purses, and more from the Disney Springs shop can be found here now.
For some reason, this limited release shirt from ShopDisney is being sold in the parks concurrently. The location makes sense as this space was the House of Magic many years ago. Hopefully, more limited release shirts like this get released at the parks as well. Sadly, the matching MagicBand is online only.
The more confusing part is putting the shirt in a window that’s currently boarded up and no one can see…
Even though a few parties remain, any guest at the Magic Kingdom can now buy select items from the event.
As I said last year, I don’t agree with this. At least wait for the last party to end or send it to the outlets. It takes away one of the parks of the very expensive party ticket.
As we reported over the weekend, work has begun on what will likely be the Club 33 locations for the Magic Kingdom, the remainder of the old Adventureland Veranda.
The path into Adventureland is quite narrow right now due to the work.
Some are speculating that this work is actually for a permanent Moana meet and greet, but it seems way too extensive for something so minor.
Giant sections of awning that have been there since the 70’s have been removed. This wouldn’t be necessary for a meet and greet and could have been kept.
With a little tree clearing, the patio would offer some unique fireworks views for Club 33 guests.
All of the trees between Be Our Guest Restaurant and the village had to be removed due to hurricane damage.
In fairness, it doesn’t look terrible since all of the walls the trees covered are well-themed.
We’re still hoping they plant some new trees, at least to cover this speaker tower.
Work continues on the outdoor covered seating area at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe. Should open very soon.
Pecos Bill’s has added an menu with pictures… it’s a window cling.
Splash Mountain is still closed for refurbishment.
Some new holiday plush for sale. Goofy’s sweater features bulbs that actually light up.
You can get the blown-glass Monorail ornament personalized at Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe.
For some reason, they have a Haunted Mansion merchandise cart out in front of the store selling accessories. I suppose this is to capitalize on Halloween Party guests.
A number of new Princess items were released recently, including this Snow White line.
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Sir Mickey’s has the new Little Mermaid line as well.
The collection also includes this hoodie, $49.99.
Jasmine top, $36.99
Aurora top, $36.99
Belle long sleeve top, $44.99
There are also 4 new Tinker Bell shirts. They range in price from $36.99-39.99.
A large section of Sir Mickey’s is now selling items from Olaf’s Frozen Adventure.
This pillow is exclusive to the parks.
It retails for $27.99.
In a rather strange turn of events, the facade of the classic House of Magic shop on Main Street U.S.A. has returned.
This classic store opened with the park in 1971 before closing in 1995.
While the facade is back, the inside is still home to a section of the Emporium, but you will find the House of Magic shirt for sale here. The shirt was made to commemorate the return of this iconic building.
The new window display even pays homage to the classic shop.
The new facade is permanent and will remain on Main Street.
The Dress Shop in the Marketplace Co-Op at Disney Springs is currently previewing a new dress from Her Universe inspired by The Haunted Mansion…
The dress is inspired by the “Parasol Tightrope Girl” who appears in one of the stretching room portraits in the classic Disney Parks attraction. She famously walks a tightrope above a vicious crocodile in one of the four portraits in the ride. This dress, as well as another Mansion design and the Mad Tea Party tea cup dress, were announced previously at Star Wars Celebration 2017 in April of this year.
The dress itself will retail for somewhere in the $190-200 range, while the cape will be sold separately at a yet to be disclosed price.
The dress is set to be released sometime in November 2017.
