The Disney Pixar Pals – and other popular characters – are celebrating summer at Hong Kong Disneyland.
Guests will find Mr. and Mrs. Incredible from The Incredibles, Woody and Buzz from Toy Story, Joy and Sadness from Inside Out, and Russell and Dug from Up in the Pixar Water Play Street Parade.
And, Mr. and Mrs. Incredible and Frozone are meeting guests in Tomorrowland along with Edna Mode!
In Adventureland, the new live show Moana: A Homecoming Celebration is happening each day.
And guests will also find many new snacks and drinks this summer at …

A new show starring Moana has opened at Hong Kong Disneyland.
The show, Moana: A Homecoming Celebration, features storytelling, dancing, puppetry, and music to tell the story of Moana after she returns to her village.
This is the first show at the Disney Parks to star Moana, and guests are invited to interact with the characters during the outdoor show.
The show features custom-made props including costumes that took more than a year to create.
Guests at Hong Kong Disneyland can also now meet Moana in Adventureland.
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Hong Kong Disneyland is celebrating a Carnival of Stars with new shows and entertainment and more!
The celebration started last week with the new We Love Mickey! Projection Show which transforms buildings along Main Street, U.S.A., each night in a colorful tribute to Mickey Mouse’s milestones.
More than 100 Disney characters will be at the Resort this spring including the debut of Black Panther, Spider-Man, and Groot.
And, the Disney Friends Springtime Processional features more than 30 characters. This summer the new Pixar-themed Water Play Street Party will help keep guests cool.
On March …

Walt Disney Animation Studios’ hit film Zootopia won the Academy Award for best Animated Feature at the 89th Oscars.
The film was nominated in the category alongside Moana.
Other nominations for Disney included best Original Song, ‘How Far I’ll Go,’ from Moana, best Short Film (animated) for Piper, and three visual effects nominations for Doctor Strange, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, and The Jungle Book.
Piper won the Oscar for best Short Film (animated) and The Jungle Book won for best Visual Effects.
ESPN won its first Oscar in the Documentary Feature category …

It was a big night for Disney at the annual Annie Awards this past weekend.
Disney animated films were recognized in 11 categories at the annual awards that “recognize animation’s biggest and brightest stars,” winning 12 awards.
Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Zootopia won six awards including Best Animated Feature.
Pixar Animation Studios’ Piper won Best Animated Short Subject, and Moana was honored for animated effects and voice acting.
Zootopia also won for character design, directing, storyboarding, voice acting (Jason Bateman), and writing in an animated feature.
Marvel’s Doctor Strange was awarded for Outstanding Achievement, Animated …

After you’ve stuffed yourself with turkey and all the trimmings, settle in for a Disney-themed Thanksgiving night with the new Magical Holiday Celebration program.
The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration is hosted by Julianne and Derek Hough and airs Thanksgiving night on from 8-10 p.m. on ABC and on the ABC app.
The show also features Descendants 2 star Sofia Carson, musical performances, and more.
The musical lineup includes Boyz II Men with Jojo, Alessia Cara singing “How Far I’ll Go” from Moana, Kelly Clarkson, Flo Rida, OneRepublic, and Trisha Yearwood …

Happy November! The Walt Disney World Resort is decking the halls for the holiday season and there’s a lot of news happening, so let’s check it out!
This year guests visiting Epcot’s Holidays Around the World will have a chance to enjoy more holiday-themed food and drink thanks to the addition of new marketplace booths.
The Walt Disney World Resort is preparing for this year’s holiday season with the start of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party tomorrow night (!!) and the parks are decking the halls.
You can check out the merchandise for …

The Disneyland Resort has announced several special merchandise events happening this month at the WonderGround Gallery in the Downtown Disney District.
The Artist in Residence for the month is Joey Chou. Fans can meet Joey on November 4-5, 11-2, and 27 from 7-10 p.m. each day.
On November 5 the WonderGround Gallery is hosting an Artist Showcase and Signing event with Joey Chou, Kristin Tercek, and Gregg Visintainer. The event is planned from 7-10 p.m.
Artist Kristin Tercek is also appearing at the WonderGround Gallery on November 5-6 from 2-5 p.m. each day.
And …

Beginning November 5, guests at Disney’s Hollywood Studios can catch a sneak preview of the new animated film Moana.
The sneak preview will be shown at the end of One Man’s Dream. The current sneak preview of Doctor Strange ends soon.
Moana tells the story of an “adventurous teenager who sails out on a daring mission to save her people.”
The film stars Dwayne Johnson as Maui, a demigod who meets Moana (voiced by newcomer Auli’I Cravahlo). Together the duo sails across the ocean so Moana can fulfill the ancient quest.
A sneak preview …

Guests at Disney California Adventure have a chance to catch an extended sneak preview of Moana beginning October 14.
The preview will be shown at the Bug’s Life Theater in Disney California Adventure, and will be presented in 3D with special in-theater effects.
Moana tells the story of “an adventurous teenager who sails out on a daring mission to save her people. During her journey, Moana (voice of Auli‘i Cravalho) meets the mighty demigod Maui (voice of Dwayne Johnson), who guides her in her quest to become a master wayfinder.”
The film was …