Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2022 Edition

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More Drinks With Liquor Added to Magic Kingdom

Now, two new drinks with liquor have arrived at Tony’s Town Square Restaurant in Magic Kingdom:

• Little Italy Cocktail: Knob Creek Rye Whiskey, Amaro Averna Siciliano Liqueur, Sweet Vermouth, garnished with Luxardo Cherries
• Limoncello Sidecar: Caravella Limoncello, Cointreau Liqueur, Laird’s Applejack Brandy, Lemon Juice

 

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Latest look at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort DVC tower construction site​

Here is a latest look at the new Disney Vacation Club tower construction site at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort.





*click for additional pics

 

[HokieRaven5]

Rise of the Resistance Is Currently CLOSED in Disney World, After Showing a 7 HOUR Wait

 

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Magic Kingdom and EPCOT Hours Extended in October, November, and December 2022​

Magic Kingdom and EPCOT hours have been extended for the last few days of October, throughout November, and in early December 2022.

Magic Kingdom​

Magic Kingdom will now open at 8:00 a.m. instead of 9:00 a.m. on October 30 and 31. Early entry for hotel guests will then begin at 7:30 a.m. The park will be closing for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at 6:00 p.m. on both days.

Magic Kingdom will also open an hour earlier at 8:00 a.m. on November 8, 10, 11, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 22, 27, 29, December 1, and 2.
The park will still open at 9:00 a.m. on November 4 – 7, 9, 12, 13, 16, 19, 21, 23 – 26, 28, 30, and December 3.

However, Magic Kingdom will remain open late for an extra hour until 11:00 p.m. on these days.

Extended evening hours for deluxe resort guests on November 16, 23, and 30 will now be from 11:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.

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EPCOT​

EPCOT will now open at 8:30 a.m. instead of 9:00 a.m. every day (except November 6) from October 30 through November 24. It will still close at 9:00 p.m.

 

[Bibbobboo2u]

Does anyone know how many Fantasmic shows were held each night in the past, and was the show limited to only certain nights? Do you think they will at least initially have it every night due to pent up demand and the need for more night time entertainment options? Any guess on the return of Fantasmic dining packages? Can you tell that I am interested? Would love to have this for our December trip!!!

 

[jpeterson]

Does anyone know how many Fantasmic shows were held each night in the past, and was the show limited to only certain nights? Do you think they will at least initially have it every night due to pent up demand and the need for more night time entertainment options? Any guess on the return of Fantasmic dining packages? Can you tell that I am interested? Would love to have this for our December trip!!!

It used to be every night and it was 2 shows a night at least some of the year (maybe all year, I don't recall).

 

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Watch Now! planDisney Podcast Talks All Things Holidays at Walt Disney World​

 

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Animal Kingdom Hours Extended in October, November, and December 2022​

You can enjoy the wilds of Disney’s Animal Kingdom a little longer this fall and winter now that hours have been extended in late October, all of November, and early December.

Animal Kingdom will now open an hour earlier, at 8:00 a.m., and close an hour later, at 8:00 p.m., on October 30, November 4 – 14, November 17 – 28, and December 1 – 3. Early entry for hotel guests will begin at 7:30 a.m. on these days.

 

[Bibbobboo2u]

It used to be every night and it was 2 shows a night at least some of the year (maybe all year, I don't recall).

Thank you!

 

[snikki]

....Nevermind

 

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DVC Members: (received an email)

Join us for Halloween fun!​

Gather as a community inside the Atlantic Dance Hall on Disney’s BoardWalk to pose for festive photos with Halloween-costumed Disney Characters and enjoy a sweet treat during this complimentary Disney Vacation Club event, presented as part of Membership Magic. DISNEY VACATION CLUBHALLOWEEN MEET & TREAT When: 10/21, 10/22, 10/28 & 10/29 Where: Atlantic Dance Hall at Disney’s BoardWalk Who: Eligible Members with a qualifying Disney Resort hotel reservation No Registration Required. Admission is subject to capacity limits. NO RESORT PARKING available specifically for this event. Check DisneyVacationClub.com for eligibility and other important information.​

 

[Momma of 4]

Animal Kingdom Hours Extended in October, November, and December 2022​

You can enjoy the wilds of Disney’s Animal Kingdom a little longer this fall and winter now that hours have been extended in late October, all of November, and early December.

Animal Kingdom will now open an hour earlier, at 8:00 a.m., and close an hour later, at 8:00 p.m., on October 30, November 4 – 14, November 17 – 28, and December 1 – 3. Early entry for hotel guests will begin at 7:30 a.m. on these days.

Of course our AK day is 11/16 maybe that just means it will be less crowded and people will pick the longer days to go

 

[Haley R]

I was just updating my payment information since this is the first time I will have to pay since the beginning. Man I loved that three-year deal! I'll see what they charge me next month.

I was hoping for another multi-year deal but it doesn’t look like that’s gonna happen

 

[princesscinderella]

Idk if anyone has the answer to his but I took a screenshot awhile back showing my Disney+ account would renew for $69.99 in November. I just got an email today saying it’ll renew for $79.99. Does anyone know if I can still get that $69.99 price somehow?

I got the same email too

 

[jpeterson]

I got the same email too

As did I and in my account page it still says $69.99

 

[Genie+]

Rise of the Resistance Is Currently CLOSED in Disney World, After Showing a 7 HOUR Wait

It used to boggle my mind frequently seeing FoP hit over 200 minutes and 300 minutes. Over 400 is a new one though. And thankfully FoP is seeing lower and less frequent extremes than year 2 and 3. Maybe RotR is going through the same growing pains.

Does anyone know if RotR is actually closed, as in not operational? Or is just the line closed.

 

[Tom_E_D]

Does anyone know how many Fantasmic shows were held each night in the past, and was the show limited to only certain nights? Do you think they will at least initially have it every night due to pent up demand and the need for more night time entertainment options? Any guess on the return of Fantasmic dining packages? Can you tell that I am interested? Would love to have this for our December trip!!!

Over the years I've been going to WDW, I can remember when it was 2 shows per night and when it was 2 shows per week, but for the most part, it was 1 show per night. If you want a prediction (my own personal wild guess), I think it'll open as 2 shows per night through the busy holiday season ,then drop to 1 show per night after New Year's Day.

 

[Bibbobboo2u]

Over the years I've been going to WDW, I can remember when it was 2 shows per night and when it was 2 shows per week, but for the most part, it was 1 show per night. If you want a prediction (my own personal wild guess), I think it'll open as 2 shows per night through the busy holiday season ,then drop to 1 show per night after New Year's Day.

That's what I was thinking, as well. There is so much pent-up demand for more entertainment, and the show holds such a large crowd that I am hopeful there will be 2 shows per night from opening date through year-end. Thanks for the input!

 

[HokieRaven5]

Actor Robbie Coltrane dies at 72

Scottish Actor Robbie Coltrane, who played Hagrid in the Harry Potter films has just passed away at the age of 72.

*He had the roles of Lord Dingwall in Disney/Pixar’s Brave as well as The Duke in Disney’s The Adventures of Huck Finn

 

[jesskeys91]

Animal Kingdom Hours Extended in October, November, and December 2022​

You can enjoy the wilds of Disney’s Animal Kingdom a little longer this fall and winter now that hours have been extended in late October, all of November, and early December.

Animal Kingdom will now open an hour earlier, at 8:00 a.m., and close an hour later, at 8:00 p.m., on October 30, November 4 – 14, November 17 – 28, and December 1 – 3. Early entry for hotel guests will begin at 7:30 a.m. on these days.

The calendar in the app is still showing closing at 7 the whole week of Nov 27-Dec 3