What could make this summer even better? How about fireworks! Both Disney World and Disneyland guests can start enjoying the magic of fireworks in July.
Key highlights:
July 1 marks the start of nightly fireworks at Magic Kingdom Park and EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort with both “Happily Ever After” and “EPCOT Forever”
July 4 marks the return of “Mickey’s Mix Magic” nightly at Disneyland Park at the Disneyland Resort
Since 1957 guests visiting have enjoyed fireworks that are the perfect way to end the evening at a Disney park.
Yesterday, June 15, Walt Disney World officially updated their website with the new face covering policy. Masks are no longer required for vaccinated guests except while on Disney transportation. Check out updated policy, including an updated chart for fully vaccinated guests vs. guests who are not fully vaccinated, below.
Face Coverings: While face coverings are required for all Guests while in Disney buses, monorail and Disney Skyliner, they are now optional in most areas for Guests who are fully vaccinated. While we do not require proof of vaccination, we expect Guests who are not fully vaccinated to continue wearing face coverings in all indoor locations and upon entering and throughout all attractions and transportation. All face coverings (whether disposable or reusable) should:
– Be made with at least 2 layers of breathable material
– Fully cover the nose and mouth and secure under the chin
– Fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face
– Be secured with ties or ear loops and allow the Guest to remain hands-free
Face coverings should not contain valves, mesh material or holes. Costume masks are not considered appropriate and are prohibited from being worn, in alignment with our existing rules. Face coverings may have an integrated transparent plastic panel to aid in viewing the wearer’s mouth. These face coverings should:
– Be a fabric face covering featuring a solid plastic panel containing no openings that is attached to the fabric on all sides using tight knit stitching
– Meet all face covering requirements listed above
The website goes on to share updated chart for fully vaccinated guests vs. guests who are not fully vaccinated:
We can’t believe the day has actually arrived! We’ll keep you posted as Disney continues to make updates to their policies with CDC and local health official guidelines in mind.
As you plan your vacation to Walt Disney World you’ll want to keep an eye on your My Disney Experience App for the latest update in park hours. The Walt Disney World website now shows parks hours have been released through August 21! As you plan your vacation to the most magic place on earth, here are the current posted park hours for June 6 – August 21, 2021.
Magic Kingdom:
June 6 – 26: 8:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
June 27 – 30: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
July 1 – 31: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
August 1 – 13: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
August 14: 9:00am to 6:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 6pm)
August 15 – 21: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
EPCOT:
June 6 – 30: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
July 1 – 17: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
July 18 – 31: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
August 1 – 21: 11:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
Disney’s Hollywood Studios:
June 6 – 30: 9:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
July 1 – 31: 9:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
August 1 – 21: 9:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
Disney’s Animal Kingdom:
June 6 – 20: 8:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
June 21: 8:00am to 6:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 6pm)
June 22: 8:00am to 5:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 5pm)
June 23 – 26: 8:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
June 27: 8:00am to 5:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 5pm)
June 28 – 30: 8:00am to 6:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 6pm)
July 1 – 31: 8:00am to 6:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 6pm)
August 1 – 21: 8:00am to 6:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 6pm)
Keep checking the My Disney Experience App before visiting as Disney has been known to add extra hours as dates draw nearer. Just be sure to snag your Park Pass reservations as soon as you know which date you are looking to experience a select parks.
Keepers named the zebra foal ‘Dash’ because of his “spunky spirit” and a stripe on his shoulder identical to one on his mother. Some lucky guests got to see mom Heidi give birth to Dash while riding Kilimanjaro Safaris in May.
Dash and his older sister Asha were both born as part of the Species Survival Plan program, which is overseen by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. The program ensures responsible breeding and genetic diversity of hundreds of animal species.
With Tusker House Restaurant at Disney’s Animal Kingdom scheduled to open on June 20, Disney has now released the full menu and pricing for breakfast, lunch and dinner. While the buffet at Tusker House is officially gone for now, the family-style menu is brimming with African-inspired flavors. While you dine Donald Duck and friends will visit the dining room and greet guests from afar with this modified character dining experience.
Breakfast
Tusker House Restaurant Breakfast Pricing: $42 per adult, plus tax and gratuity; $27 per child, plus tax and gratuity
Breakfast Offerings include:
Pastries Basket with Safari Bread, Multigrain Croissants and Cornbread served with Whipped Butter, Nutella, and Strawberry Preserves.
Fresh Fruit with Honey Yogurt sauce
Breakfast Platter with Potatoes, Scrambled Eggs, Mickey and Simba-shaped Waffles, Bacon, Sausage, Durban Chicken-Egg Curry with Jasmine Rice
Lunch & Dinner
Tusker House Restaurant Lunch & Dinner Pricing: $55 per adult, plus tax and gratuity; $42 per child, plus tax and gratuity
Starters:
Assorted House-made Breads served with Hummus, Coriander and Mango Chutney
African Inspired Salads: Kachumbari and Arcadian Green Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette Dressing
Entrée:
Moroccan Spiced Beef
Cape Malay Green Curry Shrimp
Spit-Roasted Herb Chicken
Berber Marinated Pork
Sides:
Green Beans with Carrots and Corn
Roasted Potatoes
Jasmine Rice
House-made Macaroni and Cheese
Desserts: Animal Inspired Mini Desserts
Several mocktails, cocktails, beer and wine are available as well. Check out the full list here.
Ready to book your breakfast, lunch, or dinner? Bookings start Friday, June 4. Don’t wait to make your reservation as we suspect Tusker House will be as popular as ever with its return!
