Man Gets Surprised After Proposing in Disney World

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Magic Kingdom

There might not be a more special or magical place to propose or get married than at Walt Disney World. The name alone is synonymous with fairy tales and princesses, making it a perfect destination to celebrate true love. This is why we see so many proposals and weddings happen while at the Disney Parks.

While most proposals are pretty standard, typically in front of Cinderella Castle at the Magic Kingdom, a recent one will be sure to shock you as much as the future groom was.

Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom

A recent post on the r/Unexpected sub-Reddit has gone viral with 111 thousand upvotes. The video shows a Guest proposing to another Guest while at Walt Disney World, but this isn’t your typical Disney World proposal story. See the full video below:

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As shown in the video, the man gets down on one knee to propose, only to be left waiting while the woman remains standing. A few more seconds pass and the Woman still hasn’t said or done anything, until she pulls out something from her bag. Eventually, we find out that this is a baby shirt and that she’s pregnant, what a reveal!

Big Rat On the Loose in Walt Disney World Had Guests Running

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Magic Kingdom

Sometimes it’s not just the character interactions that can make for unique experiences at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort.

A resurfaced video from a character meet-and-greet with Baloo and King Louie of The Jungle Book (1967) at Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort went south when a rather large rat made it’s way straight through the meet-and-greet and had Guests running and dancing to avoid it.

TikTok user @disney_stuffbackup posted the resurfaced video.

Big rat runs through meet and greet. Vid cred 3generationsofdisney #animalkingdom 

#disneyparks #magickingdom #thejunglebook #baloo #disneytiktok

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Big rat runs through meet and greet. Vid cred 3generationsofdisney #animalkingdom #disneyparks #magickingdom #thejunglebook #baloo #disneytiktok

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As seen in the video, even the characters and Cast Members hilariously had a mini heart attack.

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Autistic Teen Leads Main Street Philharmonic in Christmas Day Parade

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Magic Kingdom

Seventeen-year-old Luke Barry of Mansfield, Massachusetts, was diagnosed with autism when he was just a toddler, and right around that time he also started to develop a passion for music. That passion has never abated, and the teenager is now the proud owner of more than 30 instruments — so many that his parents had to build a shed in their yard to house them all. It is this passion and Luke’s magnetic spirit that drew the attention of the higher-ups at Disney.

This year, during Luke’s Annual Christmas parade that he leads down a street in his town, members of the Walt Disney World Main Street Philharmonic sent Luke a message and asked him to join them as they played down Main Street, U.S.A. But this would be no ordinary performance that Luke would be leading — this would be the special Christmas Parade that was being filmed to premiere on Christmas Day.

You can watch the moment when Luke learned that he would be heading to the Most Magical Earth, along with his snare drum, via a video segment from WCVB5, a Boston-based news network.

Per WCVB:

“My favorite instrument over there is the trombone, I mean the snare drum,” Luke Barry said during the parade.

This year’s neighborhood parade was extra special for Luke, as he received a surprise invitation from the Main Street Philharmonic, Disney’s marching band at Magic Kingdom. Jilly Barry said it has been her son’s dream to march with the Main Street Philharmonic.

“Since you love music as much as we do, we’d be honored if you would join us and march with us through the Magic Kingdom. See you real soon!” the band said in a video message for Luke.

Luke’s family, friends and neighbors couldn’t help but shout for joy when seeing the big smile on his face after learning the news.

“Luke just brings that out in everybody. Like, he is a parade. He, himself, is a parade,” Jill Barry said.

“I’m going to Disney World!” Luke shouted.

The Magical Christmas Day Parade will be available to stream on Hulu beginning December 26, so you can watch Luke lead the Main Street Philharmonic down Main Street, U.S.A. over and over again!

Virtual Viewing of ‘Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks’ at Disney World

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Magic Kingdom

Merry Christmas! Disney has released a virtual viewing of “Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks,” recorded from the 2019 party.

From a Disney Cast Member;

We’re bringing more #DisneyMagicMoments to everyone at home with a special virtual viewing of the dazzling holiday spectacle – “Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks.”

For this pre-recorded viewing, you’ll virtually join host Minnie Mouse as the sky above Cinderella Castle sparkles with breathtaking fireworks to favorite holiday tunes like “Deck the Halls” and “We Wish You a Merry Christmas.”  This yuletide celebration, presented by Disney’s “Godmothered,” a magical holiday comedy starring Isla Fisher and Jillian Bell, streaming on Disney+, will get you in the spirit for the season!

Disney World Making Changes To Park Hours In 2022

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

Guests who are visiting Walt Disney World Resort in early 2022 may see a slight change in their plans.

If you’re planning to visit Disney World in mid-to-late February and are staying onsite at a Disney Resort, you should be aware of a change that was just recently made to Park availability.

Disney’s Extended Evening Hours, which is a perk for those staying at a Disney Deluxe Resort or a Disney Deluxe Villa Resort, will change beginning February 21.

The Extended Evening Hours began in October and give Guests of select Resorts an opportunity to enjoy the Parks after hours once per week.

Magic Kingdom originally held its Extended Evening Hours on Wednesday and EPCOT held its Extended Evening Hours on Monday. Beginning February 21, the two Parks will be switching nights.

Disney Extended Evening Hours

Disney’s official description of the Extended Evening Hours reads:

With the kickoff of the 50th anniversary, enjoy extended evening hours on select evenings in select theme parks when you stay at a Disney Deluxe Resort or, Disney Deluxe Villa Resort or other select hotels. This exciting benefit begins in October 2021—so you can celebrate the spectacular 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort!

Here is the list of participating Hotels and Resorts:

Disney Deluxe Resorts

Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts

Other Select Hotels

  • Walt Disney World Swan Hotel
  • Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel
  • Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
  • Shades of Green® on Walt Disney World®
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Just recently, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure was added to the lineup of available attractions at EPCOT for Extended Evening Hours.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom do not currently offer Extended Evening Hours.