Do you keep up with ALL Disney news?
It sure is hard, especially when there’s a big event like the D23 Expo, which came with a lot of announcements from Disney about the parks, upcoming TV shows, movies, and more. This week was quiet in comparison, but we’re breaking down the biggest news stories of the week.
Two Nighttime Experiences Returning to Animal Kingdom
Tree of Life Awakenings will be returning to Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This show features projections of animals on the Tree of Life, along with some animal stories. According to the Disney World calendar, the show will return on October 1st at 7:45PM. It’s not listed for every evening, though, so be sure to check the calendar for times.
Another nighttime experience returning is The Tree of Life: A Beacon of Magic offering, which is a special 50th anniversary show on the Tree of Life, featuring special light effects mimicking fireflies. On the Disney World calendar, we saw a time listed for the show as of October 1st at 7:45PM. This show also does not seem to run every night, so check the calendar if you want to see it!
2 Nighttime Experiences Are Coming BACK to Disney’s Animal Kingdom!
EPCOT 40th Anniversary Updates
Epcot turns 40 on October 1st, and we’re finally getting some details about the celebration. D23 will be hosting an exclusive event for D23 Gold Members, which will include early entry into EPCOT, priority rides all day on Living with the Land, entry to World Showplace for a mixer (which will include some beverages and snacks), and more! Tickets are now on sale for the event.
We also finally got a really good look at some of the special EPCOT 40th anniversary merchandise coming to EPCOT for the big celebration — note that some items will also be available on shopDisney.
Check Out EPCOT’s FULL 40th Anniversary Merchandise Collection
Characters Returned to Crystal Palace
Character dining just returned to Crystal Palace in Magic Kingdom for lunch and dinner, and with it came a MAJOR price increase. Before the return of characters, it was $39 per adult and $23 per child. Now, that price has increased to $59 per adult and $38 per child.
We also got word that character breakfast will return soon to the restaurant! You’ll soon be able to have breakfast with Winnie the Pooh and friends as of October 25th — reservations are now available!
NEWS: A Character Breakfast Is Coming BACK to Crystal Palace in Magic Kingdom
MagicBand+ Will Debut Soon in Disneyland
It’s official! MagicBand+ is coming to Disneyland! Disneyland guests will be able to purchase a MagicBand+ and sync it to their account in the Disneyland app. Then they’ll see it interact with World of Color in Disney California Adventure, Fantasmic! in Disneyland, and more! The Star Wars: Batuu Bounty Hunters scavenger hunt is also coming to Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.
There is no exact date for the debut of MagicBand+ in Disneyland, but Disney has stated it will arrive in the fall.
MagicBand+ Will Debut in Disneyland SOON
What’s Coming To Disney+ In October
Finally, if you’re looking to fill those fall nights in October with some great shows and movies, we now know about EVERYTHING coming to Disney+ that month.
The list includes some spooky movies like Marvel’s Werewolf By Night, more episodes of Andor, and more!
FULL LIST of Movies & Shows Coming to Disney+ in October
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$39 to $59. Wow a 66% increase in price. But guess what….the place will still fill up. Disney knows people will pay whatever they charge. They do not fear any backlash from their guests. I, for one, would like to see the porch of Crystal Palace empty for once and someone, anyone, at Disney saying “Oops. We misjudged them”. Think about it: You go to any major league baseball game. The tickets and the concessions are way overpriced. But every once in a while baseball teams throw you a bone and give away a bobblehead or a mini batting helmet or something. Disney takes and takes and then rubs your nose in it. And the public seems to respond by saying :”More please”. I just don’t get it.