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EPCOT International Festival of the Arts to celebrate 30 years of Disney on Broadway
Read full article: EPCOT International Festival of the Arts to celebrate 30 years of Disney on BroadwayWalt Disney World will once again showcase its delightfully artistic side through culinary cuisine and visual displays but it appears that the performing arts will take center stage at the 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts.
Central Florida has some unique rules for flying drones. Here’s some key regs
Read full article: Central Florida has some unique rules for flying drones. Here’s some key regsNews 6 uses a helicopter for most of the aerial views that you see on our broadcast news programs. But in certain cases, we sometimes use a drone.
New images show state inspection of Disney World monorail
Read full article: New images show state inspection of Disney World monorailNewly-released images from the Florida Department of Transportation show engineers conducting the state’s first-ever inspection of the Walt Disney World monorail system shortly after FDOT was granted oversight authority last year.
EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival to bring the spring in March, 1st performers announced
Read full article: EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival to bring the spring in March, 1st performers announcedWinter may be near, but Walt Disney World tempted fans with a dream of spring Wednesday, announcing the dates for the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival.
Gary Sinise Foundation brings families of fallen heroes together at Magic Kingdom
Read full article: Gary Sinise Foundation brings families of fallen heroes together at Magic KingdomMore than 700 families are at Walt Disney World this week for the Gary Sinise Foundation's annual Snowball Express program.
Heading out to Orlando’s attractions? Here’s how to navigate I-4 at World Drive
Read full article: Heading out to Orlando’s attractions? Here’s how to navigate I-4 at World DriveThis iconic intersection near major attractions like Walt Disney World is known for its heavy congestion and frequent lane changes, making it a hotspot for accidents.
Disney chefs offer tips and tricks for the perfect holiday feast
Read full article: Disney chefs offer tips and tricks for the perfect holiday feastThe holidays have arrived, which for many means a family feast is in order. To help everyone create the perfect spread, a pair of Disney chefs are offering their expertise.
Amidst the hustle and bustle, this Disney World tradition honors veterans every day
Read full article: Amidst the hustle and bustle, this Disney World tradition honors veterans every dayAt 5 o'clock nightly, just within the park entrance, guests and cast members stand at attention for one of Disney’s longest traditions when the American flag is lowered, folded into a triangle, and then given to a veteran or the family of a veteran.
Ex-Disney worker accused of hacking computer menus to add profanities, errors
Read full article: Ex-Disney worker accused of hacking computer menus to add profanities, errorsA former Disney worker has been arrested based on a complaint that says he hacked into servers at Walt Disney World in order to manipulate computer menus.
Disney World raises annual pass prices across the board. What you need to know
Read full article: Disney World raises annual pass prices across the board. What you need to knowNew prices for annual passes were unveiled Wednesday on the Walt Disney World website, with costs going up between $30 and $100, depending on the pass.
Ralph Macchio, Brendan Fraser among 2024 EPCOT Candlelight Processional narrators
Read full article: Ralph Macchio, Brendan Fraser among 2024 EPCOT Candlelight Processional narratorsWalt Disney World has just announced the star studded list of celebrity narrators for the 2024 season of EPCOT’s “Candlelight Processional”.
Disney introduces faster, pricier skip-the-line pass: Here’s how much it’ll cost you
Read full article: Disney introduces faster, pricier skip-the-line pass: Here’s how much it’ll cost youJust months after Disney World announced changes to its Lightning Lane program, the theme park will add another option for those willing to pay extra to skip the line.
No, Hurricane Milton did not flood Disney World in Florida. Here’s the truth about these viral images
Read full article: No, Hurricane Milton did not flood Disney World in Florida. Here’s the truth about these viral imagesSome images are going viral online showing what appears to be a heavily flooded Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World in Orlando.
PGA Family Golf Championship happening at Walt Disney World this weekend
Read full article: PGA Family Golf Championship happening at Walt Disney World this weekendWith Hurricane Helene past Central Florida, participants in the PGA Family Golf Championship look forward to a fun weekend at Disney's Palm Course.
Disney, Universal, more: These Central Florida attractions are closing due to Helene
Read full article: Disney, Universal, more: These Central Florida attractions are closing due to HeleneHere is a list of attractions that have announced closures due to Tropical Storm Helene as well as hurricane policies in place at Florida theme parks.
‘Do you remember?:’ EPCOT’s Cosmic Rewind to play ‘September’ on repeat on Sept. 21
Read full article: ‘Do you remember?:’ EPCOT’s Cosmic Rewind to play ‘September’ on repeat on Sept. 21In a post on its Instagram account, Walt Disney World announced that “September” by Earth, Wind & Fire will play on repeat on Sept. 21.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Disney’s menu of Hispanic and Latin American cuisine
Read full article: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Disney’s menu of Hispanic and Latin American cuisineGet a taste of Hispanic culture at Disney World and Disney Springs as their culinary team brings the flavors of Latin America to Central Florida.
‘The needs of our business:’ Disney Aspire tuition program cuts off master’s enrollment, sets date for funding caps
Read full article: ‘The needs of our business:’ Disney Aspire tuition program cuts off master’s enrollment, sets date for funding capsDisney Aspire, a tuition program credited by many cast members as a reason why they began working for Disney in the first place, has cut off new applications to its master’s degree programs and plans to institute funding caps before year’s end.
Annual back-to-school drive at Walt Disney World supports A Gift for Teaching
Read full article: Annual back-to-school drive at Walt Disney World supports A Gift for TeachingVolunteers at Walt Disney World sifted through thousands of school supplies as part of the company's annual back-to-school drive supporting A Gift For Teaching.
‘It’s just amazing:’ Lake Mary, Disney plan big parades for Little League World Series champs
Read full article: ‘It’s just amazing:’ Lake Mary, Disney plan big parades for Little League World Series champsYou can't miss the magic in Lake Mary, and you won't want to miss the "once in a lifetime" celebration the city has in store for the team that just won the Little League World Series.
Newest expansion at Disney’s Magic Kingdom means Tom Sawyer’s Island is going away
Read full article: Newest expansion at Disney’s Magic Kingdom means Tom Sawyer’s Island is going awayAt D23 Expo this past weekend, Disney unveiled its biggest expansion to the Magic Kingdom yet, with a Frontierland expansion themed around the franchise “Cars” and a land dedicated to Disney’s villains.
Monstropolis, Villains, ‘Cars,’ oh my: Here are the new lands and more coming to Disney World
Read full article: Monstropolis, Villains, ‘Cars,’ oh my: Here are the new lands and more coming to Disney WorldAs this year's D23 Disney fan event wraps up in California, here's the impact we can expect to feel at our theme parks in Central Florida.
Seeing the science in action: Tour de Turtles tradition lives on at Disney’s Vero Beach Resort
Read full article: Seeing the science in action: Tour de Turtles tradition lives on at Disney’s Vero Beach ResortTour de Turtles is an educational event that follows the migration of sea turtles from their nesting beaches to their feeding grounds.
Florida Disney resort worker pleads guilty to stealing over $180K by refunding guest accounts
Read full article: Florida Disney resort worker pleads guilty to stealing over $180K by refunding guest accountsProsecutors said the woman had been an accounting technician at Shades of Green, a resort for U.S. servicemembers located on Disney property.
Here’s how many visitors go into debt during their Disney trips. Would you?
Read full article: Here’s how many visitors go into debt during their Disney trips. Would you?According to the data, 24% of visitors to Disney’s theme parks have gone into debt for the trip. But certain parents have it far worse.
DeSantis appointees approve new $17B deal with Disney. 5th Florida theme park on the way?
Read full article: DeSantis appointees approve new $17B deal with Disney. 5th Florida theme park on the way?Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ appointees have given final approval to an agreement that buries the hatchet between Disney and the governing district for Walt Disney World.
Orange County mayor promises transportation sales tax relaunch in 2024 State of the County address
Read full article: Orange County mayor promises transportation sales tax relaunch in 2024 State of the County addressOrange County Mayor Jerry Demings will highlight the county's accomplishments and challenges over the last year.
5th major theme park? With fight over, DeSantis appointees, Disney set to invest $17B in Florida
Read full article: 5th major theme park? With fight over, DeSantis appointees, Disney set to invest $17B in FloridaMonths after Disney and Gov. Ron DeSantis’ appointees agreed to end their legal fight, the two sides are set to approve an agreement that could result in the company investing up to $17 billion into its Florida resort.
Disney set to invest up to $17B in Florida parks now that fight with DeSantis appointees has ended
Read full article: Disney set to invest up to $17B in Florida parks now that fight with DeSantis appointees has endedMonths after Disney and Gov. Ron DeSantis’ appointees agreed to end their legal fight, the two sides are set to approve an agreement that could result in the company investing up to $17 billion into its Florida resort.
Disney faces another lawsuit over water slide ride after ‘painful wedgie’ incident
Read full article: Disney faces another lawsuit over water slide ride after ‘painful wedgie’ incidentRecords show that earlier this month, a guest went tubing on the Humunga Kowabunga: a high-speed waterslide with a near-vertical, five-story drop.
More traffic headaches coming to Horizon West due to construction of State Road 516
Read full article: More traffic headaches coming to Horizon West due to construction of State Road 516Horizon West is a growing community near Walt Disney World. There are new homes, apartment buildings, shops, and schools, and that means more traffic headaches.
Dates, dining details revealed for 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival
Read full article: Dates, dining details revealed for 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine FestivalThe 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE takes place at Walt Disney World Aug. 29 through Nov. 23.
🍿 It’s a smell world after all: New ‘Smellephants’ installed at Magic Kingdom
Read full article: 🍿 It’s a smell world after all: New ‘Smellephants’ installed at Magic KingdomDisney has revealed a first look of the installation of “Smellephants on Parade," a search-and-sniff experience at the Magic Kingdom.
Springtime Surprise Weekend to wrap up runDisney race season at Walt Disney World Resort
Read full article: Springtime Surprise Weekend to wrap up runDisney race season at Walt Disney World ResortTaking place April 18 - April 21, runDisney’s Springtime Surprise Weekend draws inspiration from Disney films such as “Peter Pan,” “Up,” “The Lion King,” and “Lilo & Stitch.”
The princess and the frogs: More critters revealed for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure
Read full article: The princess and the frogs: More critters revealed for Tiana’s Bayou AdventureIn the months leading up to the opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, Disney Imagineers have been giving guests a taste of what’s to come by introducing original attraction characters.
Changes coming to Disney’s Disability Access Service at theme parks. Here’s how it impacts waiting in lines
Read full article: Changes coming to Disney’s Disability Access Service at theme parks. Here’s how it impacts waiting in linesDisney updated its Disability Accessibility Services (DAS) program. The new changes will go into effect May 20 at Walt Disney World and on June 18 at Disneyland in California.
What’s beyond Big Thunder? Plans for the largest Magic Kingdom expansion yet
Read full article: What’s beyond Big Thunder? Plans for the largest Magic Kingdom expansion yetDuring a recent project unveiling, Disney Imagineering teams spoke about a $60 billion investment plan, most of which will go into the theme parks.
Disney allowed to pause its federal lawsuit against Florida governor as part of settlement deal
Read full article: Disney allowed to pause its federal lawsuit against Florida governor as part of settlement dealAn appellate court has granted Disney’s request for a two-month pause in its federal lawsuit against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and his appointees to Walt Disney World’s governing district.
🚪It’s legit! Old Disney Fort Wilderness cabins for sale, fully furnished
Read full article: 🚪It’s legit! Old Disney Fort Wilderness cabins for sale, fully furnishedWould you want to own a piece of Disney world property? News 6 spotted an ad on Facebook Marketplace advertising the sale of ‘Tiny House Resort Cabins.’ Look familiar? It’s actually the cabins once housed at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground for about 25 years.
Man sues Disney after Magic Kingdom ferry crash throws him into trash can
Read full article: Man sues Disney after Magic Kingdom ferry crash throws him into trash canAccording to the lawsuit, there was no warning provided to passengers prior to the collision, and one passenger was even knocked unconscious.
Florida governor’s allies say a settlement has been reached in lawsuit over control of Disney World’s government
Read full article: Florida governor’s allies say a settlement has been reached in lawsuit over control of Disney World’s governmentFlorida governor's allies say a settlement has been reached in lawsuit over control of Disney World's government.
Orange County commissioners move forward with Disney affordable housing project
Read full article: Orange County commissioners move forward with Disney affordable housing projectCommissioners in Orange County agreed Tuesday to send a plan for an affordable housing project that would be built by Walt Disney World onto the next step.
Neon nights return at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon with H20 Glow After Hours
Read full article: Neon nights return at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon with H20 Glow After HoursWalt Disney World Resort guests can get ready to have a “glowing’’ good time when Disney H2O Glow After Hours returns to Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon.
‘Like hosting a Super Bowl every day:’ Orlando named best sports business city
Read full article: ‘Like hosting a Super Bowl every day:’ Orlando named best sports business cityThe Sports Business Journal unveiled its list of best U.S. sports cities, and Orlando ranks No. 1. The announcement was made Monday at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort, one of more than 35 sports venues in the greater Orlando area.
Fight between Disney and DeSantis appointees over district control gets a July court hearing
Read full article: Fight between Disney and DeSantis appointees over district control gets a July court hearingThe court fight between Disney and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ appointees over control of Walt Disney World’s government won’t be decided until at least this summer, provided the two sides don’t reach a settlement beforehand.