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New Star Wars Events at Disney World This Spring and Summer

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Star Wars Events at Disney World

We just can’t get enough Star Wars, can we? A whole new generation has now fallen in love with Star Wars thanks to The Force Awakens. Star Wars is a big draw for many families at Disney World so you may want to check out these new Star Wars events at Disney World this spring and summer.

New Star Wars Nighttime Show is Sure to be a Blockbuster!

Following the extraordinary popularity of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Walt Disney World Resort is unveiling even more new Star Wars themed entertainment at Disney’s Hollywood Studios starting this spring – including one of the most elaborate fireworks and projection shows in the park’s history.

Just in time for spring, that “galaxy far, far away’’ will be closer than ever with the April 4th arrival of the newStar Wars live entertainment experience Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away and a menacing First Order stormtrooper procession at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. And to kick off summer, the park is launching a new nightly fireworks and projection show called Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular that will eclipse anything of its kind in the park’s history.

These new Star Wars entertainment elements, coupled with other recently-added Star Wars experiences, make Disney’s Hollywood Studios the place for fans to celebrate their Star Wars passion.

Here are details on these latest entertainment features coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios this spring and summer:

Now Available:

  • Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away: This new live, stage show celebrates iconic moments from the Star Wars saga with live vignettes featuring popular Star Wars characters, such as Kylo Ren, Chewbacca, Darth Vader and Darth Maul. The show will take place multiple times each day at the Center Stage area near The Great Movie Ride.
  • Stormtroopers march: At various times each day, the menacing Captain Phasma will lead a squad of First Order stormtroopers as they march in formation from Star Wars Launch Bay to the Center Stage area in an intimidating demonstration of the First Order’s indomitable strength.

SUMMER:

  • Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular: As the next generation of the current Star Wars-inspired fireworks show, this blockbuster nightly show, unprecedented in Disney’s Hollywood Studios history, will light up the sky with Star Wars-themed fireworks, lasers, light projections and other special effects combined with Star Wars-themed music and iconic characters and scenes from throughout the saga.

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Through these state-of-the-art special effects that project onto the nearby Chinese Theatre and other surrounding buildings, guests will gaze at the twin suns of Tatooine, push through a field of battle droids, navigate through an asteroid field, soar down the trench of the Death Star and deliver the final blow to destroy Starkiller Base. The show, which will unfold through a series of acts, will be punctuated by a tower of fire as well as powerful spotlight beams that create lightsabers in the sky.

These latest Star Wars experiences join other new Star Wars elements recently launched at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, such as Star Wars Launch Bay. Since its debut in December, Star Wars Launch Bay has become a popular and central location where guests immerse themselves in the Star Wars saga through themed galleries, large-scale artifacts and Star Wars character encounters, including recently-added Kylo Ren, the menacing character from Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

Other recent additions that have attracted legions of fans since their December debut include:

  • Star Wars: Path of the Jedi, a cinematic reel celebrating the Star Wars
  • The enhanced Star Tours – The Adventures Continue that includes new characters and a new journey from Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
  • The reimagined Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple, featuring new characters, including the Seventh Sister from the Disney XD series Star Wars Rebels.
  • The “Symphony in the Stars: A Galactic Spectacular,’’ a nightly fireworks show set to Star Wars-themed music that will be reimagined as Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular this summer.
  • First Order stormtrooper patrols.
  • Star Wars-inspired food and beverage offerings.

With these new entertainment elements, Walt Disney World Resort guests can enjoy even more extensions of the record-setting movie Star Wars: The Force Awakens and further immerse themselves into the Star Warsgalaxy like never before. Each entertainment element offers guests a uniquely immersive Star Warsexperience, all adding to an unforgettable day and night at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

And more Star Wars experiences are on the way with the upcoming Star Wars-themed lands planned for Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort in California. Guests can join the conversation online using #StarWars. Which one of these Star Wars events at Disney World are you most excited to see?

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New Frozen Holiday Premium Package Available at Hollywood Studios

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During the summer, Disney was offering a Frozen premium package that included a preferred viewing area for the Frozen fireworks, which lasted through September. Now for the holidays, Disney is introducing a new Frozen Holiday Premium Package that will be available at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The Frozen Holiday Premium Package will be available select dates November through January. The package includes reserved seating for the Frozen sing along show, a dessert party, and more!

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The Frozen Holiday Premium Package is available on the following dates:

  • November 7 – 19
  • November 21 – December 9
  • December 11 – January 4, 2015

The Frozen Holiday Premium Package also includes the following experiences and gifts:

  • Reserved seating for a performance of “For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration” at the Premiere Theatre
  • Reserved Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights viewing
  • Frozen-themed dessert party (featuring mini Anna cupcakes and mini Elsa cupcake, among other delicious treats)
  • A holiday themed lithograph
  • “Frozen” pin

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The Frozen Holiday Premium Package costs $89 per adult and $59 per child (ages 3 – 9), plus tax. That cost does not include theme park admission, which is required to participate in the package.

Are you planning to purchase the Frozen Holiday Premium Package this year?

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Book the Frozen Summer Fun Premium Package to See Anna and Elsa

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Disney’s Hollywood Studios is hosting Frozen Summer Fun beginning today through September 1, 2014. Everyone’s favorite royal sisters are hosting a variety of exciting activities and events including a new procession, sing-along, merchandise shop, snow activities, nighttime fireworks spectacular and more, all celebrating Disney’s hit film, Frozen. Due to the popularity of the film, Disney is now offering a Frozen Summer Fun Premium Package to give you reserved viewing areas for Anna and Elsa.

The Frozen Summer Fun Premium Package is available every day through September 1, 2014 (with the exception of August 23). The Frozen Summer Fun Premium Package will provide guests with reserved viewing for three of the park’s most anticipated new experiences. This package is the best way to see Princess Anna and Queen Elsa without having to worry about the crowds.

Guests who book the Frozen Summer Fun Premium package will check in at Min and Bills Dockside Diner beginning at 10:30 a.m. and then enjoy refreshments and reserved viewing for Anna & Elsa’s Royal Welcome procession at 11:00 a.m. Later on, they can enjoy reserved seating at one showing of For the First Time In Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration, which is offered between 12:30-7 p.m. The evening will end with an exclusive dessert party from 8:30 – 10:00 p.m. in a reserved area for viewing of the nighttime Frozen fireworks spectacular.

Please note that Anna and Elsa’s Royal Welcome procession and the dessert party offer a reserved viewing area, but no seating is available.

The Frozen Summer Fun Premium Package costs $59 for adults and $34 for children (including tax and gratuity) and can be reserved immediately.

Would you like to attend Frozen Summer Fun or purchase the Frozen Summer Fun Premium Package? We can help!

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Frozen Summer Fun at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Frozen Summer Fun

The Walt Disney World Resort is getting even cooler this summer by celebrating it’s latest hit film, Frozen! You can enjoy Frozen Summer Fun all summer long at Disney’s Hollywood Studios!

“The hot and the cold are both so intense, if you put them together, it just makes sense!”

Disney has created a new experience this summer for Walt Disney World Resort guests visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The story of “Frozen” will take center stage at Disney’s Hollywood Studios by offering brand new, immersive experiences beginning July 5 and continuing through September 1, 2014.

You can find highlights of Frozen Summer Fun below:

  • Olaf on Summer Vacation – Everyone’s favorite snowman, Olaf, is having the time of his life on his very first summer vacation! He will chime in throughout the day to update you on all of his adventures. Plus, you can pick up your very own Take-Along Olaf from various locations in the park because Olaf would love to join you on your summer vacation.
  • Anna and Elsa’s Royal Welcome – Anna and Elsa will arrive at Hollywood Studios in a royal processional every day at 11:00 a.m. as part of their goodwill tour of neighboring kingdoms. The royal sisters will make their way down Hollywood Boulevard in a horse-drawn sleigh. Kristoff will join in the fun along with a flurry of skaters, skiiers, ice cutters and more! The entire procession will culminate in a special moment at the Sorcerer’s Hat Icon Stage to officially welcome the visiting royalty to this kingdom of Hollywoodland.
  • For the First Time in Forever: A “Frozen” Sing-Along Celebration – You can cool off inside the Premiere Theater, where Anna and Elsa will join the Royal Historians of Arendelle for a fun and comedic retelling of the unique history of their Kingdom, filled with delightful, sing-along moments from “Frozen.”
  • Wandering Oaken’s Trading Post & Frozen Funland – Inside Soundstage One, Oaken and his cousins have created a Frozen Funland fill of cold weather activities, unique photo opportunities, and more! There’s a frozen pond with ice skating demonstrations, wintertime fun for kids in the “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?” play area, a “big summer blowout” with plenty of “Frozen” merchandise, and special “Frozen”-inspired food and beverage offerings.
  • “Coolest Summer Ever” Dance Party – A dance party will take over the area around the Sorcerer’s Hat Icon Stage at 5:30 p.m. each day with a DJ, live band, and more! The band plays a variety of classic and contemporary summer rock & roll hits, as well as a cool, rocking medley of “Frozen” favorites.
  • “Frozen” Fireworks Spectacular – Everything wraps up at 9:45 p.m. when Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, and Olaf come together at the Sorcerer’s Hat Icon Stage for a grand finale to the day’s festivities. The grand finale is an awe-inspiring fireworks display set to the glorious music of “Frozen!”

Would you like to attend Frozen Summer Fun at Disney’s Hollywood Studios? It’s not too late to plan your trip! Plus, there are still great discounts available for select dates. Request your quote on the right side of the page!

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Schedule for Star Wars Weekends 2014

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Disney has recently announced the schedule for Star Wars Weekends 2014, including the list of celebrities that will be in attendance! Celebrities who are planned to attend include Star Wars actors and actresses from the past (from the Star Wars film saga), present (from the popular animated series, Star Wars: The Clone Wars) and even the future (from the eagerly anticipated Disney XD animated series Star Wars Rebels).

Disney had previously announced that acclaimed voice actor James Arnold Taylor will be the official celebrity host of this year’s Star Wars Weekends. Ashley Eckstein, voice of Ahsoka Tano in The Clone Wars and a former Walt Disney World Resort parade performer who is now a successful fangirl fashion designer, will host of a special “Behind The Force” show each weekend, too. “Behind The Force” will showcase some of the main cast members from Star Wars Rebels.

Also of note: Weekend V will feature the most Star Wars celebrities to appear at one time in the event’s history.

Here’s the schedule for Star Wars Weekends 2014 for the celebrities in attendance (subject to change):

Weekend I: May 16-18 

  • Ahmed Best: Jar Jar Binks (Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace; Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones;Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith; Star Wars: The Clone Wars)
  • Peter Mayhew: Chewbacca (Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith; Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope; Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back; Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi; Star Wars: The Clone Wars)
  • Vanessa Marshall: Hera Syndulla (Star Wars Rebels)

 

Weekend II: May 23-25

  • Warwick Davis: Wicket W. Warrick (Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi); Wald (Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace)
  • Jeremy Bulloch: Boba Fett (Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back; Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi); Capt. Jeremoch Colton (Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith)
  • Tiya Sircar: Sabine Wren (Star Wars Rebels)

 

Weekend III: May 30-June 1

  • Ray Park: Darth Maul (Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace)
  • John Ratzenberger: Major Bren Derlin (Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back)
  • Taylor Gray: Ezra Bridger (Star Wars Rebels)

 

Weekend IV: June 6-8

  • Mark Hamill: Luke Skywalker (Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope; Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back;Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi); Darth Bane (Star Wars: The Clone Wars)
  • Ray Park: Darth Maul (Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace)
  • Billy Dee Williams: Lando Calrissian (Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back; Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi)
  • Taylor Gray: Ezra Bridger (Star Wars Rebels)

 

Weekend V: June 13-15

  • Dee Bradley Baker: Captain Rex/the Clones, Bossk and several additional characters (Star Wars: The Clone Wars)
  • Cat Taber: Padmé Amidala and several additional characters (Star Wars: The Clone Wars)
  • Tom Kane: Yoda, the series’ narrator and several additional characters (Star Wars: The Clone Wars)
  • Matt Lanter: Anakin Skywalker and several additional characters (Star Wars: The Clone Wars)
  • Steve Blum: Zeb Orrelios (Star Wars Rebels)

Are you attending Star Wars Weekends this year? Who are you most excited to see?

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Star Wars Weekends 2014 Just Announced

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May the Force Be With You! The Disney Parks Blog has finally officially released the dates for Star Wars Weekends 2014. This is THE event for Star Wars fans of all ages. This annual event is held at Disney’s Hollywood Studios select weekends every spring.

You can gather your favorite droids, nerf herders, walking carpets and scoundrels to make plans to attend Star Wars Weekends 2014.

Star Wars Weekends will be held every weekend (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) from May 16-June 8, 2014.

  • Weekend I: May 16 – 18, 2014
  • Weekend II: May 23 – 25, 2014
  • Weekend III: May 30 – June 1, 2014
  • Weekend IV: June 6 – 8, 2014

Star Wars Weekends combines the power of the Force and the magic of Disney into a galactic special event that has become a fan favorite through the years. Star Wars Weekends features the largest collection of official Star Warscharacters found at any theme park in the world, star conversations with Star Wars celebrities, a Death Star-sized motorcade through the park and plenty of entertainment fun for guests of all ages.

Check back for more updates and details as they are released. You can also check out disneytheforce.com for the latest event information.

Contact us to book your vacation to visit during Star Wars weekends 2014 and receive a special gift!

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New Lounge at The Hollywood Brown Derby at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Disney has recently opened a new patio lounge at The Hollywood Brown Derby Restaurant at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This is a great spot to stop at and enjoy a beautiful afternoon or evening relaxing at the park under the shade of one of their big umbrellas.

The new lounge serves wine, beer, cocktails, martinis, Champagne, wines, Scotch and Grand Marnier as well as lighter menu offerings. “Small bites” are available on the menu, including artisanal cheeses, charcuterie, duck confit tacos, steamed Prince Edward Island mussels, Derby Cocktail with jumbo lump blue crab, black tiger shrimp, avocado and a horseradish-tomato juice, and two Derby Sliders – a Wagyu beef slider with cognac mustard aïoli, smoked gouda cheese, bacon and avocado; and a house-made chorizo slider with chipotle mayo, manchego cheese, pickles and crispy onions.

You can also just stop by for dessert and try the Chocolate Three Ways (praline milk chocolate cream, crunchy ganache and orange-chocolate mousse), a banana-white chocolate toffee tower on a cocoa-almond cookie and bananas Foster, or strawberry Champagne cheesecake.

Seating is first-come, first-served, with no reservations required. The Tables in Wonderland discount is accepted, but Disney Dining Plan is not applicable.

Siera is a Disney travel specialist and would love to help you plan your next Disney World vacation at no cost to you! Request your free, no obligation quote on the right side of the page or email spreadingmagic@gmail.com for more information. 

The American Idol Experience: Juniors Edition at Hollywood Studios

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For the very first time, kids between 6 and 13 years old have the chance to audition for and sing on-stage at the American Idol Experience at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The American Idol Experience: Juniors Edition is part of Disney’s year long Limited Time Magic promotion.

Auditions will be held each day through August 18 from park open through 4 p.m. The American Idol Experience: Juniors Edition show is held each evening at 6 p.m. Kids who are selected for the Juniors Show will receive a Hollywood-style showbiz treatment including cosmetology, a vocal training session, and walk-through rehearsal before taking the stage in front of the live audience. However, they will not receive a “dream ticket” to skip the line at a real American Idol audition.

Talented kids can choose to perform one of the following songs:

  • “Ain’t Too Proud To Beg”
  • “Best of Both Worlds”
  • “Breakaway”
  • “Bubbly”
  • “Circle of Life”
  • “The Climb”
  • “Colors of the Wind”
  • “Drops of Jupiter”
  • “Go the Distance”
  • “I Want You Back”
  • “Life is a Highway”
  • “Love Story”
  • “One Thing”
  • “Part of Your World”
  • “Reflection”
  • “Rock With You”
  • “The Story of Us”
  • “Stuck like Glue”
  • “This is Me”
  • “Walking on Sunshine”
  • “You’ll Be in My Heart”

Siera is a Disney travel specialist with Destinations in Florida. She would love to help you plan your next Disney vacation so you can enjoy Disney’s year-long Limited Time Magic promotion! Request a free, no obligation quote on the right side of the page or email spreadingmagic@gmail.com for more information! 

Monsters University Homecoming at Hollywood Studios

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Make way for a Monsters University Homecoming celebration at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florda! The Monsters University School of Scaring is hosting a campus bash inspired by Disney•Pixar’s Monsters University and it all goes down every evening at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. You can hit the quad where you will hear your DJ—”Monster of Scaremonies”—spinning the latest beats, and take part in a series of fun activities. Then, get pepped up as the Monsters University cheerleaders pop in to lead the Monsters University Fight Song before those monsters of rock, Scare Supply, take the stage. You will even enjoy a medley of monstrous mash-ups and then laugh along when they are joined on stage by everyone’s favorite scarers, Mike and Sulley. It’s a pep rally of epic proportions, and it’s all part of Disney’s Limited Time Magic!

Plus, don’t forget that you can see Mike and Sulley’s dorms at Disney’s California Adventure park or the Monsters University Student Union at Disney World’s Hollywood Studios as part of the Disney parks monstrous summer!

Have you seen Disney-Pixar’s Monsters University yet? What did you think?

Would you like to plan your Disney World vacation so you can experience the Monsters University Homecoming at Disney’s Hollywood Studios? Email Siera at spreadingmagic@gmail.com today to take advantage of the great deals available!