In this edition of Theme Park Bits: Prepare to stand still while eating at Walt Disney World. Merchandise discounts galore for Annual Passholders and Disney Cast Members. Epcot’s expansion has been shifted. And more! As Walt Disney World continues to operate at limited capacity, there are plenty of changes afoot. One of the biggest changes involves a surefire revenue stream for the Disney parks: food and drink. Now, don’t worry, it’s not going away. But you might have already thought of a specific problem: to eat and drink, you can’t have a mask on your mouth and nose. And when you’re at Disney World, you’re… ...Read full story

In this edition of Theme Park Bits: Universal CityWalk Hollywood is back open. How will Universal handle Halloween Horror Nights in a pandemic? And more! We’re now on the other side of the reopening of major theme parks in the United States, such as Universal Studios Orlando and SeaWorld. So far, it’s been a mixed bag – head over to social media, and you’ll see examples of people taking off masks, ignoring social distancing guidelines, and even being told to ignore those guidelines by park employees. Of course, we’re powering on and continuing these reopenings, because…America. On … ...Read full story

In this edition of Theme Park Bits: Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway is getting FastPass+. A Disney ride got an unexpected…amputation of sorts. And more! Thanks to a well-known Super Bowl halftime performance, we all know about the phrase “wardrobe malfunctionâ€�. Such malfunctions can even befall the best and most dedicated performers at the Walt Disney World Resort. No, I’m not talking about…y’know, a living, breathing human. I am instead referring to one of the Audio-Animatronic characters at the Carousel of Progress, whose hand fell off in the middle of a recent performance. It’s easy to laugh at this, especially the photo that was snapped by an intrepid guest. But here’s the thing: the Carousel of Progress … ...Read full story

In this edition of Theme Park Bits: runDisney has unveiled an exclusive new club. Prepare for Disney Villains After Hours with some special cuisine. And more! It’s rare that Theme Park Bits ever highlights one of arguably the most popular traditions at the Disney theme parks: running events. (That may be due to the fact that this writer is not himself a runner / a person who is in shape.) But you may be the kind of person who enjoys running and takes part in runDisney-sanctioned events in the parks. Well, this news is for you: starting February 18, you can buy a membership into their exclusive new club, Club runDisney. You’ll get benefits extending from October 2020 to September 2021, including … ...Read full story

In this edition of Theme Park Bits: Get ready for a new Cirque du Soleil show at Disney Springs. Learn more about the trackless Beauty and the Beast ride at Tokyo Disneyland. Play through the world of Indiana Jones on your smartphone. And more! Even before it was called Disney Springs, the shopping and entertainment complex in Walt Disney World has had, as one of its flagship options, a Cirque… ...Read full story

In this edition of Theme Park Bits: A new poster has been revealed for Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway. Take a look at Downtown Disney’s holiday theming. Legoland has some changes afoot. And more! Disney’s Hollywood Studios isn’t just getting a new Star Wars attraction in the weeks to come. They’re also in the works on the Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway attraction, featuring the Disney XD versions of those beloved characters in a ride replacing the venerated Great Movie Ride. And now, we have an attraction poster that doesn’t … ...Read full story

In this edition of Theme Park Bits: Mickey’s PhilHarMagic at DCA has a new marquee. Six Flags has announced its new rides for 2020. Droid policies have changed at Galaxy’s Edge. And more! Over at Disney California Adventure, Mickey’s PhilHarMagic is a fairly new addition (and it’s a generally wonderful show if you haven’t seen it). To go along with the new show, it’s received a new entrance and digital marquee. The show, placed right behind and next to the Award Wieners hot dog stand, now has a more direct entryway, with tables flanking it. It’s kind of a shame that Disney never gave the original show, Muppet-Vision 3D, the … ...Read full story

In this edition of Theme Park Bits: The arrival of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is upon us. The TSA might crack down on one of the Galaxy’s edge souvenirs. Get special PhotoPass shots in the new land. And more! August 29 marks the official opening date of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in a Disney theme park. Well, OK, it’s been open in Disneyland for a few months, but now it’s arriving at the Walt Disney World Resort in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Unsurprisingly, Disney is going all-out to celebrate the arrival of this… ...Read full story

In this edition of Theme Park Bits: A redesign may be coming to Disney California Adventure’s Hollywood Land. Meet the lead of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Get ready for the holidays at Walt Disney World this year. And more! If you’re visiting the Disneyland Resort this week, you might have noticed construction walls up around part of the… ...Read full story

In this edition of Theme Park Bits: The big day is finally arriving for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, and they’ve got craft beer. The Adventureland sign has returned to Disneyland. Universal’s nighttime Harry Potter show is returning this summer. And more! As you know, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is now open at Disneyland. It’s a very exciting time for anyone who loves the stories of a galaxy far, far away, whether you’re able to be there for rope-drop on opening day or not. Once you’re there, you’ll likely want a frosty cold beverage. Ogg’s Cantina may have funky-sounding beer names, but much of the beer will be provided by big-name craft breweries like Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. and Ballast Point… ...Read full story

In this edition of Theme Park Bits: Mickey’s PhilharMagic is coming to Anaheim. Disneyland has announced a new, Pixar-themed…parking lot. A new fireworks show is coming to the Magic Kingdom this Halloween. Disney Springs is introducing a new sports experience. And more! We start with some truly exciting news in Anaheim. Starting next month in Disney California Adventure, you can experience the delightful 3-D movie Mickey’s PhilharMagic. For the uninitiated who haven’t experienced this musical experience at Walt Disney World, Mickey’s PhilharMagic is a wild and… ...Read full story

In this edition of Theme Park Bits: Watch the ride record for Universal’s Jurassic Park – The Ride get broken with a marriage proposal. Find out which opening-day attraction at Islands of Adventure is soon due to close forever. Drink spills are up at Walt Disney World as restaurants stop circulating plastic lids and straws. Learn how you can celebrate the 25th anniversary of Hocus Pocus in style at Disney this Halloween. See the list of… ...Read full story