The sixth D23 Expo kicks off today and runs through August 25, 2019 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California.
D23 is the official fan club for The Walt Disney Company. Founded in 2009, the organization is known mainly for its biennial exposition event, the D23 Expo. The name D23 refers to D for Disney and 23 for 1923—the year Walt Disney founded the company.
This is where Disney make some of its biggest announcements for future plans for its Disney Parks, Walt Disney Studio productions and much more. Stay tuned all weekend as we attempt to bring you all of the breaking news from D23 2019.
With the August 29 debut of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and the 24thEpcot International Food & Wine Festival leading the way, the fall season will bring plenty of excitement to Walt Disney World Resort. The new Mid-Day Magic Ticket, available now, is a great value for families to take in the fun of Walt Disney World Resort theme parks.
Mid-Day Magic Tickets are valid for admission after 12 p.m. and were designed with guests’ flexibility in mind, with timing that helps meet their needs. Mid-Day Magic Tickets may be used at any of the four theme parks, allowing guests to catch a parade, enjoy a meal, experience favorite attractions, and then get ready for wondrous nighttime shows.
The fall and winter months will be a fantastic time to visit Walt Disney World Resort. Guests can climb aboard the fastest ship in the galaxy on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. They can taste their way around World Showcase during the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. They can enjoy the resort as it transitions into a winter wonderland in November and December, with holiday décor and festivities at all four theme parks.
The 2-, 3- and 4-Day Mid-Day Magic Tickets* are available for use on or before Dec. 15, 2019:
Two-day ticket from $88 a day, plus tax (from $176 total, plus tax)
Three-day ticket from $84 a day, plus tax (from $252 total, plus tax)
Four-day ticket from $79 a day, plus tax (from $316 total, plus tax)
Tickets are valid for one theme park per day. Prices are for ages 10 and older. The price varies based on selected start date. Lower prices may apply on certain dates. The two-day ticket expires four days after the selected start date. The three-day ticket expires five days after the selected start date. The four-day ticket expires seven days after the selected start date.
This holiday season there will be new entertainment and holiday decor for each land within the park. Guests will get to enjoy themed holiday experiences everywhere that they go.
From Disney Parks Blog:
It all begins when you cross the bridge to Discovery Island, finding yourself in the midst of a celebration of winter, hand-crafted by the eclectic community of artists who make the island their home. The village is filled with sparkling white holiday decorations. Colorful, animal-inspired luminaries line the rooftops, and wireframe lanterns in the shape of beautiful birds can be found perched throughout the area.
A holiday gathering of winter animals – realized in the form of life-size, artisan-sculpted puppets – frolics on Discovery Island during the day. Reindeer, foxes, polar bears, penguins and more interact with guests, accompanied by serenading musicians as they create a playful atmosphere of festive fun.
As day becomes night, the rooftop luminaries and bird lanterns all around Discovery Island bring a warm and festive glow to the entire village. At the center of everything, the Tree of Life awakenswith a series of wintry tales, complemented by a familiar and heartwarming holiday-inspired musical score. Between awakening moments, the Tree of Life continues to shimmer and sparkle throughout the night, alive with the magic of nature and the spirit of the holidays.
With Fall fast approaching it’s not too late to catch some of the recently opened experiences before they end
Here’s a look at what’s happening over the next few months across the Walt Disney World Resort theme park.
Mickey & Minnie’s Surprise Celebration at Magic Kingdom Park
Meet Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse together – in special celebratory outfits – in Town Square Theater as part of Mickey & Minnie’s Surprise Celebration. (Ends Sepember 30)
Discover seldom-seen Disney friends at the flagpole in Town Square. (Ends Sepember 30)
Entertainment at Epcot
Bid a fond farewell to “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth,” as the nighttime spectacular’s nearly 20-year run at World Showcase Lagoon draws to a close. (Ends September 30)
Take a musical journey through the cosmos with Star-Lord and Gamora during Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live! at the America Gardens Theatre. (Ends August 18)
An Incredible Celebration at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Leap into action at Pixar Place during “The Super Shindig” dance party with Mr. Incredible, Mrs. Incredible and Frozone. (Ends September 30)
“Hakuna Matata Time Dance Party” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Walk on the wild side during this raucous celebration where young adventurers let their inner animals roam free on the dance floor along with their pals Timon and Rafiki. (Ends September 30)
Several special experiences new to Walt Disney World in 2019 will continue into the fall and beyond, including:
Dance with favorite Disney pals in front of Cinderella Castle during “Move It! Shake It! MousekeDance It! Street Party” at Magic Kingdom.
Become a rookie racer and learn the rules of the road during Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Also at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, step into the world of Disney and Pixar’s “Monsters, Inc.,” or meet Edna Mode from Disney and Pixar’s “The Incredibles.”
Take in the grandeur of the Tree of Life at Disney’s Animal Kingdom as it awakens anew each night with scenes inspired by “The Lion King,” or snap a photo in front of special “Lion King” backdrops perfect for sharing on social media.
Also at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, see the nighttime show “Rivers of Light: We Are One,” now featuring additional imagery and familiar animal characters.
Disney unexpectedly announced a SECOND round of free dining offers. This is one sale that everyone goes nuts over – FREE Dining! You pay for your room and tickets, and Disney World will pick up the tab for your food. How awesome is that? Be aware that the number of rooms available for this promotion are always very limited and since this is Disney’s most popular sale those spots fill up fast!
Complete details on the Free Disney Dining offer and two other offers just released are below. Don’t miss out on these offers!
Offer #1 – FREE Dining Package
The free dining promotion has limited availability and will end when rooms allocated for this promotion sell out. The promotion is available for the following dates and with the following restrictions.
You must book travel by September 29, 2019
For arrivals most nights in the following date ranges
September 1 – 18, 2019
November 17 – 27, 2019
December 8 – 23, 2019
Requires a five-night minimum stay
Includes Park Hopper admission ticket
All guests in same room must be on the same package
Guests at Deluxe resorts will receive the standard Disney Dining Plan for free
Guests at Moderate and Value resorts will receive the Quick Service Meal Plan for free
Guests at Moderate and Value resorts may upgrade to the standard Disney Dining Plan for an additional fee
Excluded resorts include
Campsites
3 Bedroom Villas
Cabins at Copper Creek, Cabins at Wilderness Lodge and Bungalows at Polynesian
Little Mermaid rooms at Art of Animation
Children 3-9 must order from the children’s menu where available
Additional charges if more than two adults per room
Gratuities are not included
Advance reservation required
The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited
Offer #2 – Room Only Offer – Save Up to 20%
With this offer, you can enjoy distinctive Disney Resort Guest benefits and amenities – including early access toDisney FastPass+ planning, Extra Magic Hours, complimentary Resort transportation and entertaining amenities and save up to 20% off your room price!
Book travel by September 29, 2019 for travel most nights September 1, 2019 through November 7, 2019
Book travel by December 24, 2019 for travel most nights November 10, 2019 through December 24, 2019
Length of stay requirements may apply
Excluded resorts include
3 Bedroom Villas
Little Mermaid rooms at Art of Animation
Polynesian Bungalows
Copper Creek Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Advance reservation required
Additional charges if more than two adults per room
The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited
Offer #3 – Florida Resident Room Only Offer – Save Up to 25%
With this offer, you can enjoy distinctive Disney Resort Guest benefits and amenities – including early access toDisney FastPass+ planning, Extra Magic Hours, complimentary Resort transportation and entertaining amenities and save up to 25% off the price of your room!
You must book travel by December 24, 2019
For travel most nights September 1 through December 24, 2019
Length of stay requirements may apply
Excluded resorts include
3 Bedroom Villas
Little Mermaid rooms at Art of Animation
Polynesian Bungalows
Copper Creek Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge
Advance reservation required
Additional charges if more than two adults per room
The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited
