Yehaa Bob Jackson to Host Virtual New Year’s Eve Party

Posted on by Mathew Corn Uncategorized

Via DisneyFanatic.com

Since Disney’s Port Orleans Resort is one of the resorts to remain closed during Walt Disney World’s phased reopening, many Disney Cast Members have been let go from their positions. One iconic Disney “character” was Port Orleans entertainer, Yehaa Bob Jackson. As we previously shared, after 23 years with Walt Disney World, Bob was let go. But… this doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy his tunes! That’s right, Yehaa Bob will host a virtual New Year’s Eve party so we can tune in.

As shared via Bob Jackson’s Facebook page: “Join us right here tomorrow night (Dec. 31) at 11pm EST for a virtual NYE party! We’re saving you a front-row seat. C’mon, and join us!!”

While it might not be the same as experiencing Yehaa Bob Jackson at River Roost Lounge, we’ll take what we can get! Anyone else planning on pouring a drink and finishing out 2020 with Bob?

New Year’s Eve Offerings at Disney Resorts

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Disney Resorts

New Year’s Eve is fast approaching! Walt Disney World usually goes out with a bang, but this year is looking much different with COVID-19 and Disney’s phased reopening. All four parks are scheduled to close prior to midnight on December 31 with no fireworks or special offerings currently available inside the parks. Disney has updated their website however to show special New Year’s Eve Offerings at Disney Resort Hotels.

As shared on the Walt Disney World website:

New Year’s Eve at Your Disney Resort Hotel: Ring in the New Year during your stay! Discover a variety of festive offerings at select Disney Resort hotels on December 31, 2020:

  • Create your own in-room celebration with food, beverages and other celebratory items available for purchase
  • Disney Floral & Gifts holiday baskets are available for purchase, including champagne and room décor, along with hats and noisemakers
  • Select Resort merchandise locations will be open late on December 31—until after midnight—and will sell champagne in full and individual-sized bottles, along with board games and other activities to enjoy in-room
  • Fireworks (previously recorded) streaming on in-room TV and the My Disney Experience app—including Minnie’s holiday fireworks, Candlelight Processional and New Year’s Eve Fireworks
  • Scavenger hunts and New Year’s Eve crafts, varying by Resort locations
  • Quick-service restaurants, pool bars and lounges at Disney Resort hotels will be open late—until after midnight—on December 31

These New Year’s Eve offerings are subject to availability and subject to change.

Epcot Forever Brings in The New Year @ Epcot

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Epcot

Happy New Year! Earlier in 2019, we got to see “EPCOT Forever” debut after the final showing of IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth. It’s a divisive show amongst fans, but it’s all we’ve got until the debut of “HarmonioUs” in Spring 2020, and for the new year, it is debuting its first and last New Year’s Eve countdown!

You can check out the full video of the “EPCOT Forever” New Year’s Eve countdown below!

First New Year’s Eve Trees Of Life Countdown @ Animal Kingdom

Posted on by Mathew Corn Animal Kingdom

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is celebrating its first-ever New Year’s Eve and is doing it big with DJ dance parties, exclusive Limited Edition pins, and special lighting displays.

New this year is a countdown on the iconic Tree of Life. Guests had viewing access around Discovery Island and Asia, and we were there to catch this special presentation. We don’t know whether this will be making a reprise next year, so here’s a special first look at the countdown:

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New Year’s Eve Fireworks Show At Magic Kingdom

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Magic Kingdom

Before “Happily Ever After,” there was “Wishes”… but before “Wishes”, there was “Fantasy in the Sky.” This fireworks spectacular, originally developed for Disneyland Park in 1958, was the first Disney castle fireworks show, and it started out as rudimentary as Cast Members manually firing hand flares, but over time, it developed into the amazing nighttime spectacular we know today––and paved the way for newer, better shows.

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The fireworks spectacular began nightly showings at the Magic Kingdom in 1976 shortly after Walt Disney World opened, and while it was retired in 2003 for the now-defunct fan-favorite “Wishes”, it still holds a special place in many of our hearts.

You can catch “Fantasy in the Sky” every New Year’s Eve at the Magic Kingdom, often with early showings on the 30th to accommodate for high crowds. Tonight seemed like the perfect night to experience the fireworks spectacular, and we have the full video of the show:

“Fantasy in the Sky” features songs from some of the most beloved Disney films, including “Peter Pan,” “Pinocchio” and “Aladdin,” as well as favorite songs from attractions like “it’s a small world” and The Haunted Mansion. Be on the lookout for a special New Year’s Eve finale.

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You can catch “Fantasy in the Sky” fireworks tonight at 11:50 PM for New Year’s Eve.

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