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
Theme Park Bits: New Six Flags Rides, Galaxy’s Edge Droid Policies, and More
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
Theme Park Bits: Galaxy’s Edge Opens at Walt Disney World, TSA vs. Disney Souvenirs, and More!
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
Theme Park Bits: DCA Updates, Disney World Holiday Plans, and More
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
Theme Park Bits: Craft Beer in Galaxy’s Edge, a Nighttime Harry Potter Show, and More
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
Theme Park Bits: Mickey’s PhilharMagic in DCA, The NBA Experience, New Fireworks, And More
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
Theme Park Bits: ‘Ratatouille’ Ride Names, ‘Hocus Pocus’ Anniversary Goods, Couple Rides ‘Jurassic Park’ 62 Times
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
Theme Park Bits: ‘Jurassic Park’ Night at Universal, Working Mech Coming to Pandora: The World of ‘Avatar’
In this edition of Theme Park Bits: Stranger Things fans, now’s the time to mobilize to bring David Harbour to Halloween Horror Nights. The 25th anniversary of Jurassic Park has inspired a special two-night event at Universal Orlando. Dinosaurs evolved from birds so that gives Donald Duck license to invade Dinoland USA. Street … ...Read full story
Theme Park Bits: Life-Size ‘Star Wars’ Vehicles, Giant Pixar Ball Action, and Disney Parks on Google Street View
In this edition of Theme Park Bits: View official drone footage of the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge construction site. See fan-made Star Wars vehicles put together before your very eyes at Disneyland Paris. Florida parkgoers: get your $25,000 upfront membership fee ready for Club 33 at Epcot. Witness a giant version of the Pixar ball roll through the streets of San Francisco and New York. You don&#… ...Read full story
Here’s What a Disney Theme Park Looks Like in the Snow
The recent North American cold wave may have finally dissipated, but just because the blizzard is over in the U.S. and Canada doesn’t mean other parts of the world are safe from disruptive weather. In some places, shirtless and pantsless theme park denizens like Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck still find themselves retreating indoors to escape the ravages of cold weather. Until the next ice age comes, one thing Floridians and Californians will likely never get the chance to see in their own backyard is what a Disney park looks like in snow. This week, Tokyo was hit by its … ...Read full story
Exclusive: 50 Photos from Star Wars: The Last Jedi Disney World Premiere
Exclusive: 50 photos from Star Wars: The Last Jedi Disney World premiere Disney gave ComingSoon.net the opportunity to attend the Star Wars: The Last Jedi Disney World premiere at the AMC Theater in Disney Springs. We took 50 photos at the event, including some amazing cosplay, a few droids and maybe even a quick trip to the gift shop. Check out all the photos in the gallery below! RELATED: Star Wars: The Last Jedi Review #1 Star Wars: The Last Jedi is written and directed by Rian Johnson (Brick, Looper) and continues the storylines introduced in Star … ...Read full story
The Star Wars News Roundup for November 24, 2017
Star Wars news for the week of November 24, 2017 The purpose of this roundup is to put all the Star Wars news for the week of November 24, 2017 in one location. If you read this each week, you should be able to converse fluently with any Star Wars fan on everything from the latest Star Wars developments to the latest toys. And maybe you’ll even share with them something that they might have missed. Let’s get to it! The Last Jedi News and Rumors Rian Johnson has just confirmed this rumor (although it … ...Read full story