We’re getting to that super busy time of year in the Disney news cycle! Last week we had news about the Food and Wine Festival and the Candlelight Processional, plus so much more.
The 2017 Epcot Food and Wine Festival kicks off August 31 this year (!!!) and last week we found out that The CHEW is coming back this year. And they’re bringing a new marketplace booth called Earth Eats.
The Candlelight Processional doesn’t happen until November but we have news on the preliminary list of narrators and it’s time to …

Happily Ever After debuted earlier this spring at the Magic Kingdom and guests can now find merchandise inspired by the new nighttime fireworks spectacular.
The new slate of commemorative merchandise incorporates elements from the show poster that was created by Brett Owens, Senior Graphic Designer with Disney Parks Live Entertainment.
Guests can see the show’s poster under the train station as they enter the Magic Kingdom.
The poster features characters that are key to Happily Ever After in addition to Cinderella Castle.
Guests who want a copy of the poster for their home will …

The Alice in Wonderland-themed ‘Gone Mad Party’ is returning to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa!
The party takes place on Wednesday nights near the Gasparilla Island Grill at the resort.
As of press time the party is planned for the remaining Wednesdays in June – so if you’re visiting after this month be sure to check with the hotel for additional dates.
The Gone Mad Party is free for everyone – you don’t need to be a guest of the hotel to attend.
Guests attending the party can watch the Happily Ever After …

Summer has officially arrived at the Walt Disney World Resort!
Disney’s Animal Kingdom is the place to be this summer thanks to the opening of Pandora – The World of Avatar.
This all-new, immersive land whisks guests to Pandora, inspired by the film Avatar. Two new attractions are located in Pandora – Avatar Flight of Passage and the Na’vi River Journey. Dine at Satu’li Canteen and grab a drink at Pongu Pongu.
And, don’t forget about the Rivers of Light nighttime show at the Animal Kingdom.
Over at Disney’s Hollywood Studios guests can enjoy …

If you can’t make it to the Magic Kingdom for the opening night of Happily Ever After, you can watch a live stream of the new nighttime spectacular from home.
The Disney Parks Blog is hosting a live stream of the first night of Happily Ever After on May 12 beginning at 8:55 p.m. ET.
The new nighttime spectacular is replacing Wishes, which will end its run on May 11 at the Magic Kingdom.
Happily Ever After – the third fireworks show in the history of the Magic Kingdom – will feature fireworks, …

The Magic Kingdom’s new nighttime spectacular, Happily Ever After, debuts Friday, May 12.
The new nighttime show will replace the popular Wishes fireworks show, which will end its run on May 11.
Happily Ever After will include fireworks, pyrotechnics, lasers, hand-drawn animation, original music, a new theme song, and more.
The show tells the story of chasing one’s dreams and finding “your happily ever after.”
Last week the team behind Happily Ever After performed a run-through of the show and you can check out the video of the run-through here.
Happily Ever After will be …

Summer at the Disney Parks is quickly approaching and guests can look forward to new experiences on both coasts!
At the Walt Disney World Resort, Pandora – The World of Avatar is opening May 27 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and at Disneyland Resort the new Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! also opens on May 27!
Pandora – The World of Avatar will transport guests to the world of Pandora from the film Avatar.
The land will feature floating mountains, bioluminescent plants, and two new attractions: Avatar Flight of Passage and the …

A new nighttime spectacular is coming to the Magic Kingdom on May 12 when ‘Happily Ever After’ debuts.
The new show is replacing fan-favorite Wishes, which will be shown for a final time on May 11.
Recently, Disney gave guests a preview of the new theme song for Happily Ever After, titled (what else?) “Happily Ever After.”
The song is performed by country music artist Angie Keilhauer and singer Jordan Fisher. Fans might recognize Fisher’s voice from the Moana soundtrack or the 2016-winter 2017 cast of Hamilton on Broadway.
You can check out a …

Wishes – the fan-favorite fireworks show at the Magic Kingdom – is ending its run on May 11. But you can catch a live-stream of the show on Thursday, March 23.
The Disney Parks Blog is hosting the live-stream of Wishes starting at 8:55 p.m. ET.
A new nighttime spectacular, Happily Ever After, is replacing Wishes on May 12.
The new show will feature fireworks, lasers, light projections, and Tinker Bell flying out of the castle. Happily Ever After will celebrate many Disney films including Aladdin, Brave, Frozen, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, …

Whew! What a busy week it’s been in the world of Disney news! We have updates about Rivers of Light, a new nighttime show at the Magic Kingdom, and so much more. Let’s dive right in!
After nearly a year-long delay, the Rivers of Light nighttime show at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is opening on February 17! The show is currently in “soft open” which means you be able to see it before Friday.
If you’re making plans to see the Rivers of Light you can also book a dining package that includes …