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The 3 O’Clock Parade Is Moving To An Earlier Time Slot at Magic Kingdom Park Again

Last year, the three o’clock parade was moved to an earlier time slot to accommodate the holiday season in Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World. Starting next week the parade will change times once again.

Beginning August 17, 2018, Disney’s Festival of Fantasy Parade at Magic Kingdom will start at 2pm daily. This will allow the park to offer more time to after hour ticketed events like Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party.

It’s a running joke, among Disney cast members and fans, that guests are always asking; “What time is the three o’clock parade?” even though it’s almost always at three o’clock and it’s commonly referred to as the three o’clock parade.

Regardless of what time it’s at you don’t want to miss this parade. The Festival of Fantasy is one of the best parades to hit Main Street, U.S.A. At this parade you’ll celebrate the stories you love with a magical mix of floats, costumes and original music.

Paying homage to the unbridled magic and vivid pageantry of Fantasyland and its many inhabitants, the Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade is a thrilling sight-and-sound spectacular that winds its way through the streets of Magic Kingdom park each afternoon.

Be sure to check the Times Guide at Magic Kingdom park for the performance schedule. This is an outdoor parade and subject to cancellation due to inclement weather. In addition, showtimes are as always are subject to change.

August 10, 2018
New Spooky Experiences Coming to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Disney World

The most wonderfall time of the year is just around the corner, and this year you have yet another reason head to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom Park as this year they have added a few new twists and treats to your evening.

The Mad Tea Party will take you for a colorful ride as new lighting and effects give a new spin on the night. Depending on the color of your costume, you too could transform under the new dancing lights. How cool is that?

On Pirates of the Caribbean, new pirates invade the experience, interacting with sailing guests who will join the search for “Gunpowder Pete.”

On Space Mountain, explorers will hurtle through deep space as a new soundtrack and special effects transform the adventure.

Also new this year, Storybook Circus welcomes the Storybook Circus Disney Junior Jam, a dance party featuring some of your favorite Disney Junior Characters, including Doc McStuffins!

As always, keep your eyes open for dancing ghosts, the Headless Horseman, plus Mickey, Peter Pan and many of your favorite characters in the themed parade. Then turn your eyes to an eerie-lit castle to see the skies above come alive with a magical fireworks extravaganza and a spectacle that definitely goes bump in the night. Plus, the night comes alive with the return of the spellbinding “Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular” castle show, where the Sanderson Sisters take “stage fright” to another level. And, as you already know, there are plenty of sweets for all trick-or-treaters, even allergy-friendly options!

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party will transform Magic Kingdom Park select nights August 17–October 31, 2018. Tickets start at $75 in advance or $85 at the gate, if available.

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June 22, 2018
OFFICIAL: Talking Mickey Meet and Greet Now Gone From Magic Kingdom

As we reported back in January, there have been rumors of the Talking Mickey Mouse Meet and Greet getting the hook at Disney World. Well those rumors proved true last week and the Talking Mickey Mouse Meet and Greet at Town Square Theater in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World has now gotten the silent treatment permanently.

Back in 2013 guests were amazed when Magician Mickey Mouse started interacting and talking with them. Looking dapper in his magician suit, Mickey could carry on conversations, blink, say cheese for the camera, and even perform magic tricks with guests.

Reports are that the closure is due to multiple issues, including technical difficulties, cost and general confusion from guests since other Mickey characters in the park do not talk.

For the curious guests that may ask why Mickey isn’t talking anymore, cast members have a cute little response prepared stating that Mickey no longer talks is because he needs to rest his voice for all of his show appearances that he makes around Walt Disney World.

Mickey will continue to meet guests at this location, but from now on he will no longer communicate with guests in the same way.

May 23, 2018
New Purple Wall Slush Getting Served Up Magic Kingdom
If your a fan of the ever popular Purple Wall at Magic Kingdom then you must have your “Meet me at the Purple Wall” hat and MagicBand to take that perfect selfie in front of the famous wall. Now to complete the ensemble Magic Kingdom is serving up a new Purple Wall inspired drink that will make that coveted photo-op even better!

This is every Purple Wall fan’s dream come true! Starting May 21 there’s a PURPLE WALL SLUSH coming to Tomorrowland Terrace which is the quick service restaurant located right next to the Purple Wall itself.

This taro tea slush comes with tapioca boba pearls, whipped cream, and purple sprinkles, and matches the famous wall perfectly!

If you’re a Purple Wall fanatic or you’re just hearing about it for the first time you can take a look back at previous articles about the Purple Wall Fever below!
May 15, 2018
Alcohol Now Served at All Table Service Restaurants in Magic Kingdom
Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World was alcohol free since it opened in 1971, until Be Our Guest restaurant opened in 2012. Several more locations began selling alcohol after the seal had been broken and now all of the Table service restaurants in the park all sell alcohol.

After Be Our Guest opened the taps other restaurants followed not too long after. In 2016 four other restaurants four more restaurants were added to the list including, Cinderella’s Royal Table, Liberty Tree Tavern, Skipper’s Canteen and Tony’s Town Square.

Then, not to be out done, just last week The Crystal Palace and The Plaza Restaurant joined the list of table service restaurants in Magic Kingdom to serve alcohol. It seems Disney has completely lifted their self-imposed Magic Kingdom prohibition with a total of eight restaurants that now serve alcoholic beverages.

Here is a complete list of all eight restaurants where guests aged 21 and over can now enjoy a glass or wine or beer.
- Jungle Navigation Co. Ltd. Skipper Canteen – Beer, Red/White Wine, Home Made Spiced Sangria, Jungle Navigation Shandy
- The Crystal Palace – Beer, Hard Cider, Red/White Wine, Mimosas
- The Diamond Horseshoe – Beer, Red/White wine
- Liberty Tree Tavern – Red/White Wine, Sparkling Wine Cocktail, Beer, Hard Cider
- The Plaza Restaurant – Beer, Red/ White Wine, Sangria, Sparkling Wine
- Be Our Guest – Beer, Red/White Wine, Sparkling Wine
- Tony’sTown Square Restaurant – Beer, Red/White Wine
- Cinderella’s Royal Table – Specialty Wine Cocktails,Mimosa with Paul Cheneau Lady of Spain Cava and Orange Juice, Bellini with Canella Prosecco and Peach Juice, Beso del Sol Sangria,Champagne & Sparkling Wine, Red/White Wine, Beer
Selections vary by restaurant but include drinks like beer, wine, ciders, mimosas, and sangria. According to Disney, these beverages have been specially selected for each restaurant’s unique menu.

There are currently no plans to sell alcohol at any of the stands around the park. what are your thoughts about Disney selling alcohol in Magic Kingdom? Let us know in the comments below.
May 14, 2018
New Menu at The Diamond Horseshoe at Magic Kingdom

There is a brand new menu coming to The Diamond Horseshoe in Magic Kingdom Park! If you want to get your fill of all the tasty details, then this blog is for you. From hearty sandwiches, salads, and platters to delicious desserts, there are new fixins for everyone to enjoy, and it all starts this Wednesday, May 16!

Starting with the A la Carte menu, we’ve got an array of sandwiches, salads, platters and sides that are sure to fill yer belly, like the Carved Beef Brisket Sandwich with creamy coleslaw served on a brioche bun. Other sandwiches include Creamy Turkey Salad Sandwich that’s served on multigrain bread with lettuce and tomato, or you can try the Grilled Chicken Thigh Sandwich with BBQ mayo, lettuce, tomato and onion served on a Kaiser roll.

And for the BBQ-lovers cattle-ranchers out there, you’ll love the BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich with mac and cheese and crispy onions served on a brioche bun. Or you can even just get the Mac and Cheese with bbq pulled pork, crispy onions, and green onions!

If yer lookin’ for a lighter option, then there’s always the Mixed Green Salad with cucumber, tomato, onion, and honey shallot vinaigrette. You can even add your choice of any meat to top it off.

Of course, we can’t forget the finger-lickin’ platters! Served with your choice of two sides and cornbread, there’s the Carved Beef Brisket Platter, the Smoked BBQ Pulled Pork Platter, the Grilled Chicken Thighs Platter, and even a Vegetable Platter with a choice of four sides!

And there’s plenty of sides to choose from, like the Potato Salad with grilled onions and a serrano dressing or Creamy Coleslaw with red and green cabbage. There’s also Jalapeno Cheddar Corn Bread with honey chipotle butter, Mac and Cheese, Corn on the Cobb with cheese, Corn Fritters, paprika, lime, and cilantro, and BBQ Baked Beans. Or chow down on a fresh House Salad or Watermelon Salad.

In addition, for cowpokes ages 21 and over, these frontier food favorites can be paired with classic American beers and wines. Enjoy a traditional lager style beer or a robust Pinot Noir while you chow down on a plentiful platter of Carved Beef Brisket, Smoked BBQ Pulled Pork, or Grilled Chicken Thighs.

After getting your fill of dinner, you might be hankering for some sweet stuff. On the dessert menu are some tasty dishes – Buttermilk Chocolate Cake with bourbon glaze, Peaches and Cream Cheesecake with streusel topping, and a classic Blueberry Cobbler with lemon and mint cream and oat topping.

Now, if you’ve been out on the ranch all day and your stomach is rumblin’ for more, you might be interested in the All-You-Care-To-Enjoy appetizer, entrée, and dessert platters.

Start out with the Appetizer Platter with Mixed Green Salad, Watermelon, Cucumber, and Tomato Salad, Potato Salad, and Jalapeno Cornbread.

For the Entrée Platter, you can enjoy hearty helpings of Carved Beef Brisket, Smoked BBQ Pork, and Grilled Chicken Thighs accompanied with Mac and Cheese, Corn on the Cobb, Creamy Coleslaw, and BBQ Baked Beans.

The Dessert Platter will fill your belly to the brim with Buttermilk Chocolate Cake, Peaches and Cream Cheesecake, and Blueberry Cobbler.

So come and get it! Mosey on over to this Old West music hall and try this delicious new menu for yourself starting May 16. The Diamond Horseshoe is open daily for lunch and dinner from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.

May 14, 2018
Festival Of Fantasy Dragon Catches Fire At Magic Kingdom

The Maleficent dragon float from the Festival of Fantasy Parade burst into flames today at the Magic Kingdom.

The head of the dragon which spits flames daily on its parade route went up in flames after an apparent malfunction with the float While guest looked on in awe.

Guests immediately took to the internet posting pictures and videos of the fire.

Festival of Fantasy Dragon on Fire at Magic Kingdom https://t.co/vI7BqbNZVq pic.twitter.com/3zH808NPcS

— Disney Tourist Blog (@DisTouristBlog) May 11, 2018

Lucky it appears that the fire was quickly extinguished and there are no reports of any injuries. The only injury is to the dragon float itself. It’s badly damaged and we will have to see if Disney repairs it or scraps it after this incident.

Here it is. Freshly charred dragon after it caught fire during today’s Festival of Fantasy parade at Magic Kingdom. #festivaloffantasy #magickingdom #disney pic.twitter.com/I4pZquCKV2

— Matthew C. Bayer (@matthewcbayer) May 11, 2018

Take a look the video below to get a look for yourself.

There is no word as of yet to the exact cause of the fire.

May 11, 2018
Disney Files Permit For Another Magic Kingdom-Area Project

Disney filed another permit on Monday with the South Florida Water Management District seeking to use a 30-acre site south of the theme park for temporarily stockpiling fill. The project which is named in the documents as “Stolport Stockpile” plans to use the area for “temporary stockpiling of earthwork”.

The project is most likely named “Stolport Stockpile” because it sits just east of the old STOLport. The Lake Buena Vista STOLport, or “Short Takeoff and Landing” port was built in 1971 to serve as a private airfield for Walt Disney World guests and employees.

This immediately brought up speculation about if the project might have something to do with a revamp of the airport, but documents included in the filing show it appears to be related to Disney’s “Project 89”. Disney filed permits for “geotechnical work” at the site of Disney’s former River Country water park back in March.

According to those permits, Disney is going to “Conduct geotechnical investigation to assess the suitability of subsurface soils”. In layman’s terms, they will be drilling to evaluate the soil conditions at the River Country site.

No one knows for sure what Disney’s plans for the area are, but many have speculated that a new Magic Kingdom resort could be in the works and it’s likely another DVC resort. At this point Disney hasn’t released any information about what either project is for.

May 10, 2018
New ‘Disney After Hours’ Dates Now Available for Magic Kingdom Park
Cant get enough time in the parks? You’re not alone! Everyone wants to spend a little extra time in the magic when they can and luckily today, Disney has just announced dates and times for “Disney After Hours“.

“Disney After Hours” is a ticketed event that is limited to a small number of guests. At Magic Kingdom Park that means little to no wait at 25 plus attractions and experiences. That includes favorites like Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid, Space Mountain and many more. Oh, and get this: the ticket allows park entry as early as 7 p.m., which gives you time to enjoy the fireworks before heading off to the attractions. Yeah, it’s really that awesome!

Today, I’m excited to share the latest dates for “Disney After Hours” at Magic Kingdom Park, check it out below!
- Thursday, June 28, from 10 p.m.- 1 a.m.
- Saturday, June 30, from 10 p.m. – 1 a.m.
- Saturday, July 7, from 10 p.m. – 1 a.m.
- Monday, July 9, from 10 p.m. – 1 a.m.
- Saturday, July 14, from 10 p.m. – 1 a.m.
- Saturday, July 21, from 10 p.m. – 1 a.m.
- Saturday, July 28, from 10 p.m. – 1 a.m.
- Saturday, August 4, from 10 p.m. – 1 a.m.
- Saturday, August 11, from 10 p.m. – 1 a.m.
- Thursday, August 30, from 9 p.m. – 12 a.m.
- Thursday, September 20, from 9 p.m. – 12 a.m.
May 2, 2018
Disney Unveils New Purple Wall Design at Magic Kingdom
The paint has dried and the selfie taking has begun! On Monday, Disney unveiled it’s new purple wall in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom Park in Walt Disney World. The newly redesigned wall now features an updated purple color scheme in still makes for an Insta-worthy photo-op.

For Disney it may have “all started with a mouse”, but for Instagrammers, the #DisneyWall trend all started with a wall – a purple wall to be exact… So many guests found the purple pigment of this wall to make an ideal Instagram background that the wall quickly earned its own hashtag – #purplewall – and became a sought-after photo stop for guests visiting the park.

If you’re looking to get a picture with the new purple wall you can find it just down the ramp from Tomorrowland Terrace toward the entrance to Tomorrowland. Right when you hit the turn into the land, you’ll see the Purple Wall on your right.

See the posts below for more on #DisneyWalls around Disney Parks:
April 10, 2018