August 2021 – Page 19 – A Walk With The Mouse

Reopening of Three Disney Restaurants, Cause For Celebration!

Posted on August 8, 2021August 8, 2021 by Mathew Corn Disney Dining, Disney Parks

Despite some recent set backs in Central Florida with COVID-19 cases on the rise, causing Walt Disney World to return to the mask requirement for indoor locations, we are seeing Disney steadily keep the reopenings coming! There are several restaurants and attractions reopening this month, so we have a LOT to celebrate. Not only are we cheering on Disney’s reopenings – Cast Members are celebrating the return of these eateries as well! Recently, Walt Disney World once again opened the doors to three restaurants spread throughout Disney property.

As shared via Walt Disney World Cast & Community Facebook: “Cast Members all across Walt Disney World are celebrating the return of even more delicious dining establishments. From Spanish-inspired cuisine with a rooftop view at Toledo – Tapas, Steak & Seafood to scrumptious quick-service eats at Pizzafari and Columbia Harbour House — we are so excited to taste what’s on the menu and give the Cast Members a big “welcome back!’”

Still a fairly new table-service restaurant to the Disney mix, this restaurant serves up delicious Spanish-inspired dishes along with heavenly sips of wine and beverages. The roof-top dining allows for gorgeous views as well!

Pizzafari has a super kid-friendly and the air-conditioning can’t be beat. Pizzafari began greeting guests once again on August 2!

Lastly, Columbia Harbour House – a favorite quick-service restaurant in the Liberty Square portion of Magic Kingdom is once again open! We’re thrilled to have it back as of August 5.

Welcome back to all the fantastic Disney Cast Members that make it possible to reopen all of these experiences! While all three of these restaurants are very different dining experiences, they provide Disney fans more options which is what we’re all about.

Monsters, Inc Laugh Floor Reopens After 18-Months of Closure

Posted on August 8, 2021August 8, 2021 by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Magic Kingdom

Great news coming out of the Monster world as Walt Disney World’s extremely fun attraction, Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor at Magic Kingdom, has once again reopened their doors. Monsters, Inc. is just one of the many attractions/experiences scheduled to reopen this month. While Monster, Inc. Laugh Floor was on the calendar to reopen on August 8, Disney began soft openings on August 6 and guests are loving every minute of it! Not only do we see guests celebrating, but of course Disney Cast Members are excited to be back among the memories this attraction dishes out.

As shared via Walt Disney World Cast & Community Facebook: “HELLO, HUMANS! Mike Wazowski is once again welcoming humans to the Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor, and our very own monsters of comedy could not be more thrilled! Hey, do you know why you can’t give Elsa a balloon? Because she’ll let it go!”

If you’ve never experienced this Magic Kingdom park favorite, you don’t want to miss it! As shared Disney’s website, “Step inside the only laugh factory in Monstropolis and make your way into a comedy club hosted by Monster of Ceremonies Mike Wazowski. These scare-acters love to engage the audience. Don’t be surprised if you become part of the show!” Plus, if you have a good, clean joke you want shared, you can text it in to the show and they may just share it with the audience.

Welcome back to all the Cast Members and Disney fans that have long awaited Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor’s reopening after 18 months of being closed due to COVID-19. While we wish we could say we totally pandemic free, you’ll still need to follow along with Walt Disney World’s safety guidelines by once again wearing masks at all indoor locations on property. Is putting on a mask worth the Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor entertainment? Absolutely!

Cheshire Cat Statue Coming to Magic Kingdom as Part of “Disney Fab 50” Collection

Posted on August 7, 2021August 7, 2021 by Mathew Corn Disney Parks

The next member of the “Disney Fab 50” collection of character statues coming to Walt Disney World for its fiftieth anniversary has been announced… and it stars one fabulous feline!

Direct from Wonderland, the Cheshire Cat will have a statue at the Magic Kingdom. Walt Disney World President Jeff Vahle made the announcement on his Instagram account, accompanied by two cast members, Ben (who has been working at Walt Disney World since 1971), and LaTara (who has been working there for two years).

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New Halloween Jack-o’-Lantern and Minnie Mouse Witch Ear Headbands Arrive

Posted on August 7, 2021August 7, 2021 by Mathew Corn Uncategorized

Via wdwnt.com

Even though August has just begun, lovers of Halloween can get a jump start on the spooky season thanks to two new ear headbands now available on shopDisney!

For those who enjoy the eerie light and creative designs of jack-o’-lanterns, this headband features ears that have been replaced with padded Mickey Mouse pumpkins… each sporting their own pair of buffalo check-patterned ears.

The headband retails for $29.99, and can be found at this link.

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If you prefer to let out your inner Sanderson sister, this pair of witch-themed Minnie Ears are ready to cast their magic. The purple witch hat is covered with glitter, and accented with an orange bow and gold trim. But perhaps the most enchanting part of these ears is that the glittery ears themselves also contain purple LED lights to help you brighten up Halloween night. The ears sell for $27.99, and can be purchased at this link.

Disney Park Hours Update Shows EPCOT Will Soon Open Earlier!

Posted on August 7, 2021August 7, 2021 by Mathew Corn Animal Kingdom, Disney Parks, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom

Via DisneyFanatic.com

Several attractions and entertainment experiences have or are reopening this month. In September, you’ll have a last chance to watch “Happily Ever After” and “Epcot Forever” nighttime spectaculars. Visiting in October? Well, get ready to party as Disney launches The World’s Most Magical Celebration including a new nighttime spectacular at Magic Kingdom and another over at EPCOT. On top of all that, the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is still rocking and rolling, and Disney After Hours Boo Bash keeps things extra spooktacular! As you plan your vacation, you’ll want to take note that Walt Disney World has updated their park hours with an earlier opening time coming soon to EPCOT! Check out August 7 – October 23, 2021 park hours as noted below.

Magic Kingdom:

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

August 7: 8:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
August 8 – 9: 9:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
August 10 – 12: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
August 13: 8:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
August 14: 8:00am to 6:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 6pm)
August 15: 9:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
August 16 – 31: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 1 – 6: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 7: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
September 8 – 9: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 10: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
September 11: 9:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
September 12: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
September 13: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 14: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
September 15 – 16: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 17: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
September 18: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 19: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
September 20: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 21: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
September 22 – 23: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 24: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
September 25: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 26 – 29: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 30: 9:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
October 1 – 4: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
October 5: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
October 6 – 7: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
October 8: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
October 9: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
October 10: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
October 11: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
October 12: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
October 13 – 14: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
October 15: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
October 16: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
October 17: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
October 18: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
October 19: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
October 20 – 21: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
October 22: 9:00am to 8:30pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8:30pm)
October 23: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)

EPCOT:

August 7 – 8: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
August 9 – 12: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
August 13 – 15: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
August 16 – 19: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
August 20 – 22: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
August 23 – 26: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
August 27 – 29: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
August 30 – 31: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 1 – 2: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 3 – 5: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
September 6 – 9: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 10 – 12: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
September 13 – 16: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 17 – 19: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
September 20 – 23: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 24 – 26: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
September 27 – 30: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
October 1 – 23: 10:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm) *Previously opened at 11am

Disney’s Hollywood Studios:

August 7 – 25: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
August 26: 9:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
August 27 – 31: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 1 – 10: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 11: 9:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
September 12 – 28: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
September 29: 9:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
September 30: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
October 1 – 23: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)

Disney’s Animal Kingdom:

August 7: 8:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
August 8 – 13: 8:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
August 14: 8:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
August 15: 8:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
August 16 – 20: 8:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
August 21: 8:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
August 22 – 27: 8:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
August 28: 8:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
August 29 – 31: 8:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
September 1 – 30: 8:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
October 1 – 23: 8:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)

Keep checking park hours via the My Disney Experience App before visiting Walt Disney World, as you just never know if Disney is going to add an extra hour as your park day draws near.