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Mickey Mouse 90th Anniversary Limited-Time Celebrations Announced for Disney Parks Around the World
Mickey Mouse is turning 90 years young this year and Disney Parks are preparing for a birthday party like no other! With a milestone this big, one party simply will not do! That’s why Mickey’s birthday celebration will span across the globe with a series of events at all Disney Parks sites around the world.

These parties are in addition to the previously announced World’s Biggest Mouse Party – a limited-time, global celebration of Mickey and Minnie – as well as ‘Mickey: The True Original Exhibition’ in New York City.

Here is a list of the celebrations you can expect from Disney Parks around the world:
- Walt Disney World Resort in Florida will celebrate Mickey’s birthday from November 16-18 with special merchandise and food & beverage items as well as the chance for guests to celebrate at Magic Kingdom Park during the “Move It! Shake It! Dance & Play It!” Street Party, sing “Happy Birthday” along with the Dapper Dans on Main Street, U.S.A., and join in a special birthday dance party at Rockettower Plaza Stage in Tomorrowland. Then in 2019, Walt Disney World will continue celebrating when World’s Biggest Mouse Party comes to the resort.
- Disneyland Resort in California will host a celebration cavalcade for Mickey Mouse on November 18, featuring some of his special friends and the Disneyland Band, starting at “it’s a small world” and pausing for a special moment at Sleeping Beauty Castle before continuing down Main Street, U.S.A., to Town Square. The party continues when World’s Biggest Mouse Party begins at Disneyland Resort in 2019.
- Disney Cruise Line will join the celebration when World’s Biggest Mouse Party takes to the seas in 2019.
- Shanghai Disney Resort will be the first to kick off World’s Biggest Mouse Party with a brand-new Mickey-themed float at the opening ceremony of the Shanghai Tourism Festival on September 15 to commemorate the Shanghai launch of World’s Biggest Mouse Party. At Shanghai Disneyland, a giant birthday card will be installed next to “Storytellers” statue, featuring birthday wishes from Mickey’s pals. From November 16-18, guests will enjoy themed food and merchandise offerings as well as the opportunity to sing “Happy Birthday” to Mickey just before the nighttime spectacular show each evening, all culminating with a special nighttime birthday spectacular at Enchanted Storybook Castle on November 18.
- Hong Kong Disneyland will begin its World’s Biggest Mouse Party activations on Mickey’s birthday, November 18, with commemorative park tickets, special food & beverage and merchandise, a hotel room overlay and “We Love Mickey” projection show through February 2019. And Hong Kong Disneyland guests will receive special birthday stickers, available only on November 18.
- Tokyo Disney Resort will join the celebration this fall with special decorations and merchandise.
- Disneyland Paris will celebrate the World’s Biggest Mouse Party this fall and into winter with new holiday season entertainment and special surprises.
“Mickey: The True Original Exhibition,” an interactive art exhibit, will open in New York from November 8, 2018 – February 10, 2019. This immersive, pop-up art exhibition is inspired by Mickey’s status as a ‘true original’ and his global impact on popular culture and art. From his beginning in black and white in Steamboat Willie to the technicolor world of more than 100 cartoon shorts, exhibition guests will step into an unforgettable journey of Mickey moments reimagined.

“As Walt said, ‘I only hope that we never lose sight of one thing—that it was all started by a mouse’,” said Bob Chapek, Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Consumer Products. “From ‘The True Original Exhibition’ to a year-long celebration in our parks around the world, we are honoring the deep connection that families and fans have made with Mickey and Minnie Mouse for nearly a century.”

Mickey’s 90th is definitely a “mouse”-do this fall! With so many birthday parties to choose from, one question remains: which will you be a part of?
August 20, 2018
Disney Junior Star Vampirina Is Coming to Disney Parks for Halloween Time

If you have little ones who love Disney Junior then you know who Vampirina is and now she is making her way to Disney Parks, just in time for Halloween!

After debuting last fall on Disney Channel and Disney Junior, “Vampirina” has become one of the newest hit series for kids and families, ranking among the top five series on TV among girls ages 2 – 5.

Starting September 30, Vampirina will begin making visits to Walt Disney World Resort, where she’ll join her pals for breakfast at Disney Junior Play ‘n Dine. Later this fall at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you’ll have a chance to meet her in the Animation Courtyard, and of course, she’ll be part of the fun at the all-new “Disney Junior Dance Party!”

Vampirina will be arriving at Disneyland Resort this fall for Halloween Time as well. You’ll get to meet her at Disney California Adventure park starting September 7, and Vee will also be making special appearances during the Frightfully Fun Parade at Mickey’s Halloween Party, offered select nights September 19 through October 31. Later this year, she will also join the high-energy cast of “Disney Junior Dance Party!”

“Vampirina” blends spooky fun, heartfelt storytelling and Broadway-caliber music in stories that follow Vampirina (aka “Vee”) as she faces the joys and trials of being the new kid in town, including making friends and attending a new school in the human world. Along the way, Vee learns that it may be easier to blend in with her peers, but it’s more valuable to celebrate the qualities that make each individual unique.

August 3, 2018
Disney Plans to Eliminate Plastic Straws From Theme Parks By 2019

Disney is sharing another important step in their journey of environmental stewardship. By mid-2019, The Walt Disney Company announced today they will eliminate single-use plastic straws and plastic stirrers at all owned and operated locations across the globe, amounting to a reduction of more than 175 million straws and 13 million stirrers annually.

The Walt Disney Company’s commitment to environmental stewardship goes back to our founding more than 60 years ago. Walt himself said that “conservation isn’t just the business of a few people. It’s a matter that concerns all of us.” Disney taken that message to heart and is acting on that commitment in big and small ways around the world.

In fact, since 1995, the Disney Conservation Fund has directed more than $70 million to reverse the decline of wildlife around the world. We’ve also reduced our net greenhouse gas emissions by 41 percent in 2017 and diverted nearly 50 percent of waste from landfills and incineration in 2017, making significant progress on our long-term goal of attaining a net zero greenhouse gas emissions and zero waste, while conserving water resources.

In addition, over the next few years Disney Parks will be transitioning to refillable in-room amenities in their hotels and on their cruise ships, reducing plastics in guest rooms by 80 percent. They will also reduce the number of plastic shopping bags in their owned and operated parks and on Disney Cruise Line, offering guests the option to purchase reusable bags at a nominal price. Finally, Disney will complete their work to eliminate polystyrene cups across their global owned and operated business.

“These steps are part of our long-term effort to reduce single-use plastics, and we will continue recycling and responsibly disposing single-use waste that cannot be eliminated,” according to Disney.

“Eliminating plastic straws and other plastic items are meaningful steps in our long-standing commitment to environmental stewardship,” said Bob Chapek, Chairman, Disney Parks, Experiences, and Consumer Products. “These new global efforts help reduce our environmental footprint, and advance our long-term sustainability goals.”

“Disney has always been inspired by nature – and it is a uniquely powerful brand that inspires, educates, and entertains, all at the same time,” said Dr. M. Sanjayan, CEO of Conservation International. “Today’s announcement is more than about reducing single-use plastic waste, it’s also about showing millions of kids and adults from around the world the many ways we can change our daily habits to care for the oceans and protect nature that sustains us all. It also builds on Disney’s longstanding commitment to conservation and environmental stewardship, a legacy that stretches from the highlands of Peru to the islands of the South Pacific.”

July 26, 2018
New Haunted Mansion Ears Materializing At Disney Parks

Disney has been stepping up their ear game lately and if you’re a Haunted mansion fan then the newest Haunted mansion inspired Mickey ears and Minnie headbands appearing at Disney Parks will have you screaming with ghoulish delight.

The new headwear has three different designs. The first is a Mickey ear hat inspired by the Hatbox Ghost complete with his iconic white hair, gold tooth and top hat.

There are also a couple of Minnie Ear head bands that are to die for. There is a perfect pair that features the Haunted Mansion wallpaper pattern on the ears with a bow made from the same pattern as the Cast Member costumes complete with a lace lining and a gargoyle.

Another pair draws inspiration from Ally Gal herself. The ears are subtle and classy and share the same pattern as the Tightrope Girls dress with a pink sheer bow.

July 21, 2018
Florida Couple’s ‘Disney Park Guide Map’ Inspired Wedding Gains Social Media Attention

Central Florida residents and self-proclaimed theme park fanatics, Ben and Kylie Story’s jaw-dropping Disney Parks Maps inspired wedding attire grabbed quite a lot of attention when it hit social media a few weeks ago.

But let’s back up at bit. Ben and Kylie met a few years ago while working at a local theme park. The couple had their first date at another theme park. And then…

“Our second date, we visited Hollywood Studios and decided to buy the wedding ears as a laugh,” Ben said. “Little did we know that we’d be using those same hats at our Epcot bachelor/bachelorette party!”

Ben, who regularly attends the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) convention in Orlando, often creates special themed jackets to wear to the convention to really get into an adventurous spirit. Since theme parks have been – and continue to be – such a big part of their lives, Ben decided to create a very special jacket themed after Disney Park guide maps to wear for their 2018 wedding.

But creating one inspired by our park maps was no small task – it required three months of searching for the proper material, and then sewing and tailoring before it was finished.

When Kylie heard about Ben’s plan, she decided to get into the park spirit, too, designing her bridal bouquet out of park maps – and even hiding a few Hidden Mickeys in there.

“The bouquet just seemed so perfect. It will last a lifetime [and] represents our greatest hobby,” Ben said. “We headed to Disneyland as part of the honeymoon so there were even Disneyland maps in there!”

The couple says they still get compliments on their wedding attire – especially when Ben wears his jacket out to the park for a day. But they don’t mind. “Life is short, so why not have a little bit of fun and stand out from the crowd!” Ben said. Check out the video below for more on the Story family.

July 12, 2018
New Sparkly Iridescent Minnie Ears Coming To Disney Parks Are Gorgeous

Disney has been on a streak of releasing trendsetting Minnie ears recently, including Rose Gold, Rainbow, Millennial Pink and even Mickey Ice Cream ears, and now they’ve just revealed their new Iridescent Minnie Ears and they’re totes adorbs.

Fans will be swooning over these unicorn-inspired, Lady Gaga-esque, oh-so sparkly set of ears coming this summer to the Disney Parks! They are cute and fashionable and go with almost any outfit.

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These new ears are cute and fashionable and feature a structured bow at the front that shines with shades of blue, pink, and purple as you move to different angles, and a soft pink velvet lining for comfort.

Disney hasn’t released how much these beauties will cost, but they will probably set you back about $25 as other Minnie ears are usually similarly priced.

June 24, 2018
New Ice Cream Bar Ears Are The Next Must Have For The Parks
If you’ll be wearing these new Minnie ears then you have great taste! Disney just dropped Ice Cream Bar inspired Minnie Ears and you’re definitely going to want to scoop these up!

Disney had a lot of success with their Minnie Ears recently capitalizing on all the latest color trends. But with the newest release by Disney, they are going back to the classics and capitalizing on our love for Disney Snacks

The Mickey Ice Cream Bar is one of the most beloved Disney Parks treats. It’s one of those classic snacks that every Disney fan has to try, and now, the Mickey ice cream bar is taking on a whole new stylish form – Ears! Yes, your beloved ice cream treat has been transformed into a new must-have accessory that’s perfect for summer.

The sparkly sequined ears feature a bright on-trend pink bow. And no don’t worry, they’re not ripped! They just have an adorable bite taken out of one ear. Looks just when I bite into one of these delicious treats!

You can find these must-have new ears starting next week at Disneyland Resort, and starting in July at Walt Disney World.

Take a look back at some of the most popular ears Disney has released recently:
June 21, 2018
Disney Announces $2.3 Billion Expansion For DisneySea

Tokyo Disney Resort announced major details Thursday in the planned expansion of Tokyo DisneySea. The theme park is getting a $2.3 billion overhaul and adding a port for Frozen, Tangled and Peter Pan.

The new port will be the park’s eighth and is scheduled to open in 2022 as well as new 475-room deluxe hotel that will be connected to the area.

Tokyo DisneySea is the only Disney theme park inspired by the myths and legends of the sea and is known to guests for its seven themed ports: Mediterranean Harbor, American Waterfront, Port Discovery, Lost River Delta, Arabian Coast, Mermaid Lagoon and Mysterious Island. This newest port will be themed to magical springs that lead to a world of Disney fantasy and will include four new attractions.

Guests will discover the kingdom of Arendelle after the events in “Frozen,” once the kingdom has opened its gates to visitors. A heartwarming new attraction will take guests by boat to experience the story of Elsa and Anna while enjoying iconic songs from the hit film, and a new restaurant will be located inside Arendelle Castle.

Another new area will invite guests into the charming forest where Rapunzel’s tower awaits. Guests can board gondolas for a romantic tour of Rapunzel’s “best day ever” as she journeys with Flynn to the lantern festival for an unforgettable finale. Also on the menu is a restaurant inspired by the hideout of the humorous band of thugs in the movie.

A new deluxe resort hotel will also open inside Tokyo DisneySea as part of this latest expansion plan. Themed to Disney fantasy, the hotel will rise above and around the magical springs of the new themed port, featuring 475 deluxe and luxury guest rooms, two restaurants and a merchandise shop.

This new project marks another major step in the evolution of Tokyo Disney Resort, on the heels of the 35th Anniversary “Happiest Celebration!” and the ongoing Tokyo Disneyland development. Stay tuned for more details on these worlds of fantasy coming soon to Tokyo DisneySea!

June 14, 2018
Star-Spangled Americana Collection Now Available for Summer Fun at Disney Parks

With Flag Day being celebrated on June 14 and Independence Day only a few weeks away, guests visiting Disney Parks this summer have plenty of options for getting into the patriotic spirit. Recently, Disney Parks Merchandise joined the star-spangled, summer celebration by releasing the Americana merchandise collection. Bathed in red, white, and blue, these new products are the latest on-trend offerings created especially for Disney Parks.

“Mixed with images Mickey and Minnie Mouse, this brightly colored assortment is the perfect accent to summer fun,” explained Katie Thompson, Global Merchandise Strategy manager at Disney Parks Merchandise.

Guests looking to add Americana flair to their homes will find drinkware, a dessert plate, mugs, pillows, dish towels and more. Each item contains little details such as Mickey Mouse-shaped silhouettes or stylish embroidery. Eagle-eyed Guests may spot a red hidden Mickey icon in the star-shaped dish filled with white stars.

From T-shirts and dresses to striped Spirit Jerseys and pullovers, adults and kids will discover fresh and fashionable apparel and accessories painted with a patriotic color palette.

New headwear joins the mix with a wide-brimmed straw hat complete with embroidered lettering, or a baseball cap which features a metal bottle cap with bottle opener on the bill.

Fans of handbags by Dooney & Bourke will love the Crossbody bag, wallet and tote, each containing patriotic stylings and images of Mickey Mouse in red, white and blue.

Adorable plush of everyone’s favorite sweethearts and collectible Disney pins round out this collection of Americana “must-haves.”

Look for these products in shops at Disney Springs in Walt Disney World Resort including World of Disney, Marketplace Co-Op and Disney’s Pin Traders. Guests may also find the collection at the World of Disney in Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort, and via ShopDisney.com.

June 13, 2018
Celebrate ‘Peter Pan’ With New Disney Parks Collection by PANDORA Charms Available June 4
Is “Peter Pan” among your favorite Disney films? The adventurous tale of Peter Pan, Wendy and the Lost Boys will mark its 65th anniversary in early June.

In honor of the milestone, Disney Parks Collection by PANDORA has created three new park-exclusive charms that will be unveiled at both the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts on June 4.

The charms, which were inspired by Peter Pan and the pirate ship, the clock, and Fantasyland will be available at the following locations:
- Uptown Jewelers at Magic Kingdom Park – (grab it early on June 1)
- Mouse Gear at Epcot – June 4
- Ever After at Disney Springs – June 4
- La Mascarade d’Orleans at Disneyland Park – June 4
June 2, 2018