Since the release of “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” in December, the film’s presence has spread throughout Walt Disney World, particularly with a new exhibit at Star Wars Launch Bay and new scenes added to Star Tours at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
“The Rise of Skywalker” phone case designs are now available at D-Tech on Demand kiosks at Walt Disney World. Let’s take a closer look at the new designs.
All of these phone cases are the standard D-Tech on Demand price of $29.99 with an additional $5 option for personalization.
Do you have a box of Mickey ice cream bars in your freezer? If so, we have some info you’ll want to know: you can now also enjoy Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Sandwich at home!
Nestle has released the Mickey Mouse Ice Cream Sandwich.
Like Nestle’s at-home Mickey Mouse ice cream bar, this one very closely resembles the ice cream found in Disney Parks. The sandwich is a chocolate wafer with a cookies and cream center that mimics Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Sandwich.
Bonus: It’s also made with light ice cream! Since it’s smaller than the original, it’s only 180 calories per sandwich.
The box has the text, “Celebrate Your Birthday With Mickey!” We’ll keep a watch to see if this is a theme that will also appear on other at-home Disney food items.
It appears as though roaming droids in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge could be a possible reality soon, as an R2-D2 unit has been spotted roaming through the lands at both Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
As reported by The Orange County Register, the droid is being used in “play tests” as part of an ongoing process that looks at new ways for guests to experience and interact with the Disney Parks. According to Disney officials, though, the experiences being tested may or may not end up as actual theme park offerings.
R2-D2 has been spotted roaming near the entrance of Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at Disneyland park and around the land at Walt Disney World, based on the photo below:
One of the earliest announced offerings for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge was roaming droids, though they didn’t make it to the final version when the lands opened this year at both resorts. Roaming aliens were also teased in pre-opening footage at D23 Expo 2019, but those didn’t make it to the final product, either.
Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Bob Chapek was asked about this earlier this year:
Currently, unless you happen upon one of these tests, you can only interact with Artoo inside Droid Depot at Galaxy’s Edge, and meet BB-8 in Star Wars Launch Bay at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. These play tests are the droid’s first journey outside of Droid Depot at both parks. According to the Register, the test at Disneyland saw cast members walking alongside Artoo as he made his way around Galaxy’s Edge.
runDisney announced this morning it is altering its marathon course due to heat; the modifications will only affect those still on the course. Race times will still be recorded and racers will receive medals.
runDisney has also posted this advisory:
WEATHER ADVISORY
We are expecting warm weather and high humidity during the 2020 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend. Those participating in this event should keep the following tips in mind:
Stay well hydrated prior to races by alternating water and electrolyte-based hydration options.
Choose light clothing/costumes for your races, and ensure any headwear is breathable and allows heat to escape.
Throughout your race, hydrate by alternating water and electrolyte-based hydration options and be conservative of your pace as to not overextend yourself. This may not be the event to attempt your personal best.
Slow down and ask for assistance at any signs of heat illness, including dizziness, light-headedness or nausea. Heed these warnings seriously.
As a reminder, all medical stations will have the appropriate flag color displayed according to existing heat conditions. For more information, please reference the Event Safety page in the Digital Event Guide
Any adjustments to the race are at the discretion of the Event Management team and are for everyone’s safety. All of us at runDisney hope you have a safe and magical run!
