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Holiday — No Comments
17
Jun 13

Limited Time Magic Brings Fourth of July Early to Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World Resort guests won’t have to wait until the Fourth of July to celebrate America’s birthday. They can choose any day of Independence Week July 1-7 in the parks to experience the flag-waving spirit of the holiday – all part of Limited Time Magic.

It’s a red, white and blue extravaganza as Disney Parks honor America with a Fourth of July celebration like never before – and it lasts an entire week. A 14-minute fireworks spectacular rockets into the air above Cinderella Castle every night with “Disney’s Celebrate America! A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky.”

In this patriotic fireworks spectacular, dazzling comets and glittering bursts soar to a brand new musical score produced in a concert band style created to stir a sense of pride in being American, while at the same time, invite guests from around the world to feel part of the celebration.

Celebrate America! pays homage to all Americans and all who love the best of America. The fireworks spectacular takes place at 9 p.m. on July 3 and 4, and 10 p.m. on July 1, 2, 5, 6 and 7.

Walt Disney World guests are treated to a fun-filled spectacle as Goofy, Donald and Pluto dressed as a colonial fife and drum corps join a spirited procession down Main Street USA prior to the daily Celebrate a Dream Come True Parade at the Magic Kingdom. The rousing pre-parade features the Main Street Philharmonic, Citizens of Main Street and Walt Disney’s historic horse-drawn calliope. Plus Mickey Mouse is all dressed up for the occasion as he leads the popular daily parade.

The flag waving week continues with themed souvenirs such as USA shirts, trading pins, light-up star necklaces and patriotic Duffy costumes. Chefs will whip up tasty treats inspired by Americana including red, white and blue strawberry shortcake in the Magic Kingdom and apple pie filled cupcakes at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Downtown Disney.

What’s Your Favorite 4th of July Memory?

Epcot — No Comments
04
Jun 13

2013 Epcot Sounds Like Summer Concert Series Schedule at Walt Disney World

Summer sizzles at Epcot as some of the world’s greatest tribute bands rock the stage on select summer nights. Classic hits U2, The Bee Gees, The Police, and many more will rock during Sounds Like Summer concert series. The high-energy performances for Walt Disney World Resort guests take place at the open-air America Gardens Theatre in World Showcase.

The schedule (entertainment subject to change without notice):

June 9 to 15: Stayin’ Alive ~ A Tribute to the Bee Gees
June 16 to 22: Hotel California ~ A Salute to the Eagles
June 23 to 29: Mike DelGuidice & Big Shot ~ The Ultimate Billy Joel Tribute Show
June 30 to July 6: Slippery When Wet ~ The Ultimate Bon Jovi Tribute
July 7 to 13: SouthBound and Company ~ A Tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd
July 14 to 20: The Police Experience ~ A Tribute to The Police
July 21 to 27: 2U ~ A Tribute to U2

Show times are 5:30, 6:45 and 8:00 p.m. – except on July 4 when show times are 5:15, 6:30, 7:45 and 9 p.m.

Sounds Like Summer concerts are included with Epcot admission.

Magic Kingdom — No Comments
02
Jun 13

First Look at “A Pirate’s Adventure: Treasures of the Seven Seas” Interactive Experience at the Magic Kingdom

Walt Disney World Resort guests venture into the wilds of Magic Kingdom on a quest for treasure in “A Pirate’s Adventure: Treasures of the Seven Seas” — a new interactive experience where guests participate in pirate raids throughout Adventureland. Using pirate maps, guests engage in five different raids as they join Captain Jack Sparrow to fight off the Royal Navy, Captain Barbossa, headhunters, curses — and the greatest threat of all, Calypso, the sea goddess. “A Pirate’s Adventure: Treasures of the Seven Seas” is included in Magic Kingdom admission.

Disney's Hollywood Studios — No Comments
31
May 13

Where Can I Find Mike and Sulley from “Monsters University” at the Disney Theme Parks?

You know you’re going to want to get your photo snapped with the coolest cats from Disney’s upcoming flick “Monsters University” and you can find the two superstars, Mike and Sulley, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

All summer long, Disney-Pixar “Monsters University” stars Mike and Sulley drop in from MU to scare up monstrous fun for Walt Disney World Resort guests in an all-new collegiate setting. Guests can meet the dynamic duo and pose for photographs at the Monsters University Student Union on the Backlot at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Disney News / Magic Kingdom — 1 Comment
25
May 13

Cinderella’s Sand Castle Returns This Summer

“Celebrate the Magic” commemorates the start of a Monstrous Summer at Walt Disney World Resort, beginning May 24, at Magic Kingdom. The nighttime spectacular, which uses projections to transform Cinderella Castle into a kaleidoscope of Disney characters and stories, introduces a new summer segment including Lilo and Stitch, Ariel and Sebastian and more. Part of Limited Time Magic, the special show addition will last all summer long.