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Join Sam and Greg for another magical week of Disney news, events, and stories! Greg heads to EPCOT this week to explore the Festival of the Holidays and sample the futuristic Prototype Experiential Cookies of Tomorrow—a sweet innovation you won’t want to miss and a special Epcot Gingerbread Spaceship earth show... Disney Parks Blog reminded us of all the new offerings set to open at Walt Disney World in 2025; we'll dig in. Plus, we’ll look back at how a rainy Thanksgiving morning couldn’t dampen the Disney spirit. And in entertainment news, Moana 2 shattered box office records over the Thanksgiving weekend, proving the ocean still calls! Oh, and don’t worry—Sam has all the details on that little Star Wars Disney+ thing that has everyone buzzing. Catch it live, and don’t forget to bring your questions and holiday cheer! 🌟   Youtube https://youtube.com/live/bnJzyGLYfoY

Moana 2 has officially hit theaters! Find out where you can meet Moana across Disney Parks to celebrate the release. EPCOT is gearing up for the Festival of the Holidays, and we've got all the details on what to expect. Experience the magic of Wicked at Disney Springs and explore the latest holiday merchandise in the parks. We're also venturing beyond Disney to highlight the holidays at Universal Orlando, including the fan-favorite Earl the Squirrel, exclusive tribute merchandise, and the ever-festive Grinchmas! Plus, we’ll give you a sneak peek at what to watch for during tomorrow’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, including Disney magic and special surprises. All this and so much more—don’t miss it! 🎄🎥✨ youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DKjmJoKRdmk

Big changes are coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Join us for a special report as we cover TODAY's announcement of the location of the new Monsters, Inc. land, which will feature a suspended door vault coaster, plus dining, shopping, and a new theater show. We’ll also dive into the Muppets’ big move to Sunset Boulevard, where they’ll take over Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster with a music festival-themed attraction. Please get the latest details on these updates and what they mean for the park's future. Tune in live! Join Sam and Greg for this Special Report. Youtube Version https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Mcd2luHVo8

Popcorn Buckets: Santa at Animal Kingdom, Gingerbread at Yacht Club, updates at Soarin, Disney Treasure, and so much more.

The holiday magic is officially here! This week, we're bringing you a rundown of the festive fun lighting up Walt Disney World! 🎅✨ Get the inside scoop on the premiere of Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and all the holiday cheer at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in the Magic Kingdom! 🎉 Over at Disney Springs, the Christmas Tree Stroll returns with beautifully themed trees, and we're making stops at select Disney Resorts to check out the gingerbread displays, including the spectacular Mickey’s Christmas Carol Carousel at Disney’s Beach Club Resort. The holidays wouldn’t be complete without Santa, and he’s now ready for meet-and-greets at Hollywood Studios! 🎁 Plus, check out all-new holiday entertainment with Juggling Elves, the Holiday Spirit Band, and Seasons Jukebox for even more festive fun! Youtube Video HERE:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gkkyc_G885c

Join Sam and Greg live for This Week at Walt Disney World as they dive into all things holiday magic at the parks! 🎄✨ The holiday season has officially arrived, and they’re covering everything you need to know. Greg starts with breakfast in Pandora at Animal Kingdom, checks out holiday merch at Magic Kingdom, and heads to the Grand Floridian to see the spectacular Gingerbread House. Plus, get a sneak peek at the Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic, the reopening of Blizzard Beach, and a look at the sought-after popcorn buckets at Disneyland. And what’s all the buzz about “The Aztec Eagle”? Tune in to find out and get the scoop on all things Disney this week with Sam and Greg! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/live/TmAQzKRtyW8?si=heSuvjdlUS2JziMt  

Get ready for a packed week of spooky Disney magic! Halloween is in full swing, and the legendary Headless Horseman haunts Disney’s Fort Wilderness! We spotted Muppet Ghosts, and Cake Bake Shop is now serving sweet treats on the Boardwalk. Over at EPCOT, the Ocean Explorer kiosks at The Seas with Nemo bring an extra splash of fun, while the DVC Member Lounge nears completion at the Imagination Pavilion. New holiday merchandise is filling shelves in the parks, and we spotted fresh pavement at Hollywood Studios and new MagicBand+ magic at the Frozen Sing-Along Celebration. Disney Springs is getting into the holiday spirit, too, as the Star Wars Trading Post makes room for Santa! And don’t miss the jaw-dropping new giant cheese stick at Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs. To top it all off, the Grand Floridian is starting construction on its iconic 25th annual gingerbread house. Stick around for a nostalgic look at the 1983 Disney Halloween Treat holiday special to round out a truly magical week! Youtube https://www.youtube.com/live/VSCCMx7lXPM?si=OMBmAtudWjyJkJYu

`In this week’s episode, we’ve got a ton of Disney magic to share! First, we’re recapping the D23 Walt Disney Archives Halloween Scream event at Disney Springs 🎃👻 Then, it’s all about the holidays at Walt Disney World, from the Candlelight Processional with newly announced celebrity narrators to the Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom Hollywood studios, and Beyond the Parks. Christmas is almost here!!! Then, Lightning Lane Premium launches, giving you easier access to your favorite attractions for a cost—but how much? Also, big news for Minnie Mouse—she’s making her debut as a balloon in this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade! 🎈 ✨ The Walt Disney Company has donated $3 million to help with Hurricane Milton relief efforts. 💙🤝 It’s a jam-packed episode, so tune in and catch all the latest Disney news with Sam and Greg! 🌟 Youtube https://www.youtube.com/live/XMCDEnjh5BA?si=TTh-k_QMBF5yXjuY  

In this week's episode, we cover the closure of TriceraTop Spin and Fossil Fun Games at Disney's Animal Kingdom, plus new merch, the latest Muppets magnet, Steakhouse 71’s anniversary breakfast, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad’s one-year refurb, and more! https://www.youtube.com/live/bWk8CIYOGhY?si=_AzumMaciHtWr8D-  

Central Florida Prepares for Hurricane Milton - Safety First! As Hurricane Milton approaches, safety is the top priority. If you're in the area, please follow local guidelines for hurricane preparedness, take shelter, and stay safe! This week, we'll dive into what you can expect when you return after the storm, and there's plenty to look forward to! What's New at Walt Disney World? We’ll look at some of the latest updates around the parks, starting with the Halloween Alien Sippers—spooky fun in a cup! Over at Disney’s Pop Century Resort, a brand-new food court has opened, offering fresh bites for guests. Military Honor Merch is back in time for Veterans Day, and Disney Villains Family Crests have arrived in EPCOT’s United Kingdom Pavilion The construction walls at Disney’s Boardwalk are down, and the Cake Bake Shop is almost ready to open. We’ve got a sneak peek at the menu! Meanwhile, the Disney Skyliner celebrates its 5th anniversary, and the popular Muppet Labs photo ops have returned to the Brew-Wing Lab at the Odyssey (no-touching, please!). And, with a little over three weeks to go until Halloween, Christmas merchandise has already dropped at Walt Disney World. Of course, Greg was among the first in line to check it all out! Stay safe, and join us this week on This Week at Walt Disney World for all the latest updates!   Youtube Link: https://youtube.com/live/aCIcGpPNgws