Last week 100 Toy Story fans gathered at Disney’s Hollywood Studios to celebrate the release of Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4” with a special advance screening followed by a big surprise.
Stars of the film, including Tom Hanks as Woody, Tim Allen as Buzz Lightyear, Annie Potts as Bo Peep, Tony Hale as Forky, Christina Hendricks as Gabby Gabby, and Keanu Reeves as Duke Caboom, made an unforgettable surprise appearance after the screening.
This year’s Mickey’s Not-so-Scary Halloween party runs from August 16-November 1 on select nights at Magic Kingdom. Disney has announced an awesome new experience featuring Cruella de Vil at Tony’s Town Square Restaurant which sounds amazing.
You can now book the all-new event, the perfect place to mix and mingle with Cruella de Vil and be part of her circle of puppies, aka friends! Enjoy a fun, festive atmosphere, with themed background music and décor, and a great view of Town Square.
Beginning at 9:30 p.m., this new and special experience will allow you to pop in and out at your leisure and indulge in savory hors d’oeuvres with a taste from the Witches Cauldron—a kettle of gooey and creamy spinach dip with ciabatta crostini, assorted Halloween flatbreads and more! In addition, there will be sweet treats such as chocolate-dipped strawberries, cheesecake and mini cannoli, Kanine Krunchy cake and Mini De Vil brownies and a variety of beverages including beer and wine selections and more!
You will also have access to a special reserved viewing area for the truly enchanting “Mickey’s Boo-To-You” Halloween Parade at 11:15 p.m., featuring some of Cruella’s villainous pals.
After the parade, the fun continues at Tony’s where you can hang out until 12:30 a.m.
Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way is available for $99 per person (plus tax).
Seating is available for guests as they dine on a first come, first serve basis and shared seating is encouraged amongst guests to enjoy both the food and company the party has to offer.
Part of going to Disney World is understanding when is the best time to go that has the best weather. We have never taken a summer trip to Disney for this very reason, we didn’t want to deal with the Florida summer heat (and crowds). So what part of the year has the best weather for a Disney vacation?
Here’s some key weather points to keep in mind for the answer to that question;
Sunscreen is needed all year long – There’s really no way of getting around this. Florida is called the Sunshine State for a reason. Even on cooler days, the sun can still beat you up. Apply regularly.
It rains….frequently – Rain is a common part of being in Florida, and there is really no time of the year where it really stops. There are some months that are a part of the rainy season but rain is pretty common most months, if not most days. However, don’t let this be a deterrent. In the summer when it’s hot and humid, expect a rain shower in the afternoon. Be prepared, but it will soon pass then you can get back to the Disney Magic.
Rainy months, June-September – This is the time of the year when the various tropical storms are brewing and send a lot of precipitation to the area. The short showers are still common, but if a big storm system is working through, it could rain almost daily for a several days, possibly your entire vacation. Hurricane season begins June 1 and runs through November 30. While a hurricane in June and July is rare, the chance of a hurricane in August and September certainly increases.
HOT HOT summers, June-September – The summertime is extremely hot. The sun is beating you down and the humidity is melting you. During these months, you should definitely make sure to stay hydrated and pack all loose, light and comfortable clothing that will hold up comfortably to sweat or getting rained on. Pack as much light, moisture-wicking clothing as possible to wear during this time, and you’ll be glad you did.
Fall cooldown?….Maybe, October & November – Where I live, fall means cooler temperatures, autumn leaves, and apple cider. Not so much in Florida. It is still pretty hot in Orlando and everything is still lush and green due to the constant sun and warm temps of Florida. As it gets deeper into fall the evening temperatures start to get a little bit cooler. Hurricane season can also extend into these months as well.
Let it Snow!…nope, December-February – Average highs are in the low 70s. A cold day is in the upper 50s or lower 60s. It is extremely comfortable and the sun doesn’t feel near as warm, but it’s still a refreshing change from the frigid, cold temps where I come from. During the day, you can likely be comfortable in shorts, but by nighttime you’d likely get a little bit chilly.
Spring Break, March-May – The temperatures and clothes recommendations are almost identical to the recommendations for fall. It is a good idea to prepare to dress like it is summer and then have a light jacket handy. You are less likely to get rained out during this season, too, which can be a relief to some.
No matter what time of year you go, there is always something to worry about it terms of weather. Our recommendations here at A Walk With the Mouse is Spring or Winter. If weather is the only factor, these are the nicest months.
“Guardians of the Galaxy-Awesome Mix Tape Live” is back this summer at Epcot.
From now until August 18, you can catch “Guardians of the Galaxy – Awesome Mix Live!” five times a day at the America Gardens Theatre at Epcot and see Star-Lord and Gamora in person as a 7-piece alien band brings timeless classics from the 70s and 80 to life. Baby Groot even makes an appearance!
While an alien band from Xandar plays favorite hits from Awesome Mix Volumes 1 & 2, you and your family can sing, dance and celebrate with a few out-of-this-world eats and sips created just for this intergalactic concert.
