Category Archives: 2017

Disney to Live Stream The Dedication of Pandora: The World of AVATAR at Animal Kingdom

This Wednesday, May 24th, Disney will be hosting a Dedication Ceremony for Pandora – The World of Avatar. The Disney Parks Blog will start the live stream for the dedication at about 9:25 AM eastern time. Pandora: The World of AVATAR officially opens on May 27th, 2017 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

SeaWorld Orlando: New Virtual Reality Roller Coaster & nighttime celebration open in June

Kraken VR, which is currently closed, will re-open with a new story, entrance, queue, loading area and choices to ride wearing uniquely designed virtual reality headsets. Orlando’s only floorless roller coaster will be themed on a huge mythological underwater beast being unleashed from the depths of the sea.

Star Wars Resort Experience Possibly Coming to Walt Disney World

Here is what we know about the expected events and experiences that would be available: 2-night immersive Star Wars experience. Personal character interactions with live performers, similar to “streetmosphere” interactions at other Disney parks. Personal interactions with popular Star Wars characters. Unique story experience, which will develop over the duration of the stay. Unique programs…

Orlando City Soccer Schedule

2017 Orlando City Soccer schedule March 5 vs. New York City FC, 5 p.m. (ESPN) March 11 at New England, 2 p.m. (MLS) March 18 vs. Philadelphia, 7:30 p.m. (MLS) March 20-28 FIFA window April 1 at Columbus, 4 p.m. (UniMas) April 9 vs. New York Red Bulls, 4 p.m. (ESPN) April 15 vs. LA Galaxy, 3…

“The Shining” coming to Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights 27

Starting on September 15th on select nights through November 4th, Halloween Horror Nights 27 can almost guarantee this to another must-attend event. What else can you expect to experience at HHN 27? Well, one of the most requested haunts is FINALLY becoming a reality. Yes, a house based on The Shining will be coming to…

Sneak Peek of Disney Pixar’s “Cars 3” Coming to Disney Hollywood Studios

Guests will be able to view this sneak preview in 3D, as well as a display of artwork and character maquettes used in the production through June 25. Disney·Pixar’s “Cars 3” hits theaters on June 16. This new preview will replace the Pirates of the Caribbean sneak peek that is currently being shown.

Walt Disney World to Introduce “Day Cruise Around the World”

This new experience will be offered daily from Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. Guests will step aboard at Bayside Marina that will take them around Crescent Lake and the World Showcase Lagoon. Bagged snacks and soft drinks will be included along the way, but guests can also purchase additional items through private dining. Each boat will…

New Fireworks Show Forces Magic Kingdom to Shift Times for Move It, Shake It, Dance & Play It Street Party

The new daily scheduled showtimes are as follows: 12:30PM 5:40PM (moved from 5:45PM) 7:00PM (moved from 7:45PM) It is possible that due to the popularity of the new fireworks spectacular it will require further changes to the performance schedule.

Stitch Meet-and-Greet in the Magic Kingdom Moving On May 21

The new Stitch meet-and-welcome area will be in Tomorrowland. As of now it hasn’t been determined where precisely the meet-and-welcome area will be in Tomorrowland, however visitors can hope to meet with Stitch there until the end of summer.

Avatar Flight of Passage Explanation and Ride Vehicles, Pandora – The World of Avatar

This is an explanation in one of the pre-show rooms on how the “Avatar Flight of Passage” attraction in Pandora – The World of Avatar works, and how to enter the seats