Walt Disney World at Capacity March 13 – 19

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

If you have plans to visit Walt Disney World next week, we sure do hope you have Park Pass Reservations! If not, you likely won’t be able to enter any of the four Walt Disney World parks, unless Disney decides to open up more Park Pass availability.

Currently, the Park Pass calendar is showing no parks available March 13 – March 19 for all three tiers of ticket holders including Theme Park Ticket Guests, Resort Guests, and Annual Passholders. First up, Theme Park Ticket Guests has noted “no parks available” for March 13 – 19 as shown in the screen shot below:

Next, you’ll see Disney Resort Guests also has “no parks available” for March 13 – 19:

Last but not least, Annual Passholders have “no parks available” March 13 – 19, but the capacity for Annual Passholders also carries through to March 20:

Hopefully you have your Park Pass Reservations already secured! As previously shared, the Disney CEO has confirmed park capacity will remain at 35% with rise depending on COVID-19 vaccination rate. That said, FastPasses have yet to return which means you can plan for lengthy waits despite the 35% capacity. The lines do keep moving however, just be sure to tackle your must-do attractions first!

Walt Disney World Park Hours Released Through May 22, 2021

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Planning your visit 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 May 22! As you plan your vacation to the most magic place on earth, here are the current posted park hours for March 10 – May 22, 2021.

Magic Kingdom:

  • March 10: 9:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
  • March 11: 9:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
  • March 12 – 13: 9:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
  • March 14 – 27: 8:00am to 9:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 9pm)
  • March 28- 31: 9:00am to 6:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 6pm)
  • April 1 – 30: 9:00am to 6:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 6pm)
  • May 1 – 22: 9:00am to 6:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 6pm)

EPCOT:

  • March 9 – 11: 11:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
  • March 12 – 13: 11:00am to 10:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 10pm)
  • March 14 – 27: 11:00am to 11:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 11pm)
  • March 28 – 31: 11:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
  • April 1 – 30: 11:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
  • May 1 – 22: 11:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)

Disney’s Hollywood Studios:

  • March 10 – 11: 9:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
  • March 12 -21: 9:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
  • March 22 – 27: 9:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
  • March 28 – 31: 10:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
  • April 1 – 30: 10:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
  • May 1 – 22: 10:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)

Disney’s Animal Kingdom:

  • March 10 – 11: 8:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
  • March 12: 7:00am to 7:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 7pm)
  • March 13 – 27: 8:00am to 8:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 8pm)
  • March 28 – 31: 9:00am to 5:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 5pm)
  • April 1 – 30: 9:00am to 5:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 5pm)
  • May 1 – 22: 9:00am to 5:00pm (Park Hop: 2pm to 5pm)
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Video Showing Making of a 40-Ton Sand Sculpture at Walt Disney World

Posted on by Mathew Corn Animal Kingdom, Disney Parks

Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Raya and the Last Dragon” releases this Friday and there are many ways to celebrate the new film at Disney Parks and at home! One way Disney is celebrating is with a special 40-ton sand sculpture now at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Check out the celebration details and video as shared below by DisneyParksBlog.

‘Raya and the Last Dragon’ travels to the fantasy world of Kumandra, where humans and dragons lived together long ago in harmony. But when an evil force threatened the land, the dragons sacrificed themselves to save humanity. Now, 500 years later, that same evil has returned and it’s up to a lone warrior, Raya, to track down the legendary last dragon to restore the fractured land and its divided people. However, along her journey, she’ll learn that it’ll take more than a dragon to save the world—it’s going to take trust and teamwork as well.

At Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, guests can take a photo with a 40-ton sand sculpture at Discovery Island Stage, learn to draw new characters at The Animation Experience at Conservation Station or enjoy several new tasty treats, all inspired by the film. Here’s a look at the making of the sand sculpture that took two artisans three days to carve.

Gear up for adventure with new product available at shopDisney.com, Disney stores, Walt Disney World Resort and Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort.

And coming soon, Downtown Disney District will debut a new art installation designed by Walt Disney Imagineering Concept Designer, Xiao Qing Chen. Qing was born and raised in Malaysia and drew inspiration for this artwork from the film and her heritage. Qing’s design intent for the piece is to celebrate differences by respecting, accepting and embracing everyone’s uniqueness and strengths. Keep watching the Disney Parks Blog for more details.

Walt Disney World Is Hiring Full Time Bus Drivers

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After much uncertainty and massive layoffs, we’re excited to see Walt Disney World is now seeking full time bus drivers for their transportation department. If you have what it takes, you could be taking Disney fans to and from some of the most magical places on earth. 

As shared on DisneyCareers: The Walt Disney World® Resort is recruiting Transportation Bus Drivers who are positive, dependable and focused on maintaining the safety of our guests as they travel throughout multiple routes within our parks and resorts. As a part of our passionate team, you would be expected to observe Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and other state and local traffic laws, and meet Department of Transportation Physical Standards.

A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is not necessary to be considered for the Transportation Bus Driver role, but will be required if hired into the role. If selected, you will receive paid training to obtain your CDL and the cost of the CDL will be reimbursed by the company. Candidates must obtain/have a valid Florida Driver’s License to begin the CDL process.

Transportation Bus Drivers receive a starting rate of $17.00/hourly

For more of this job description and/or to apply, visit DisneyCareers.com.

Annual Passholders Get Some DINO-Sized Fun at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Hello Disney Passholders! We previously shared the news that Disney is offering a Passholder Exclusive at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Don’t miss taking advantage of the “DINO-sized” fun happening at the park! Cast Members took to social media to share a photos and details of what to expect.

As shared via Walt Disney World Ambassadors Instagram: “Passholders! Have you heard the news? Right now on weekdays through March 19 at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, you can enjoy a variety of exclusive offerings, as well as the return of a quack-ulous complimentary magnet featuring Donald Duck. Check out our story and follow along as we explore all the dino-mite fun happening around DinoLand U.S.A.”

Walt Disney World Cast and Community also took to Facebook to share the following: “Cast Members are welcoming Annual Passholders for some DINO-sized fun at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! On weekdays through March 19, Passholders can enjoy a variety of exclusive offerings, including the return of a “quack-ulous” complimentary magnet featuring Donald Duck.”

Here are the details! On weekdays (Monday through Friday) through March 19, 2021, Passholders can head to DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park to find a variety of Passholder-exclusive offerings (while supplies last, operating hours vary by location):

  • Head to Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures to try your luck at Fossil Fun Games with a special promotional offer: buy 3 game tickets and receive a complimentary retired, non-Disney plush consolation prize (Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures opens one hour after Park Open to 4:00 PM; Fossil Fun Games is open 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM)
  • Try 4 exclusive beverages available for purchase at Restaurantosaurus Lounge—Tyrannosaurus Wreck, Fossil Fuel, Pterodactyl Punch and Triceraberry Pop* (open 10:30 AM to Park Close)
  • Enjoy an exclusive cookie featuring Donald Duck, available for purchase at Dino-Bite Snacks (open 10:30 AM to Park Close)
  • Receive a complimentary Donald Duck magnet, which makes its return for pick-up in DinoLand U.S.A. (limit one magnet per passholder; Annual Passholder must be present to pick-up magnet; available from Park Open to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday only)