food IS a theme park
It’s been an exciting week for food in Disney World. That’s because four EPCOT Food & Wine Festival food booths finally opened this week, and we’ve been making our way around them to get you reviews! Also, Hurly-Burly over at Disney’s BoardWalk finally opened, and we got to attend the grand reopening of Turf Club Bar & Grill.
Kirschwasser Torte
In the meantime, we noticed a few other changes at Disney World restaurants, particularly on their menus, so let’s see what’s changed this week.
New food JUST arrived at Magic Kingdom in Disney World! The Diamond Horseshoe has officially transformed into a cowboy-themed lounge for a limited time this fall.
The Diamond Horseshoe Pop Up Lounge
The Diamond Horseshoe Lounge just opened with a brand-new menu, and we’re trying EVERYTHING so you can find out if this spot is still worth a visit on your next trip to Liberty Square!
Christmas at Disney World comes with a very important logistical question: Where, exactly, should you meet Santa? Because the answer is not quite as simple as you might think. Some Santa meets require a theme park ticket. One requires a separately ticketed Christmas party. A couple involves meals that can turn your Santa photo into a surprisingly serious line item on the vacation budget. And then there are a few places where meeting Santa doesn’t technically cost anything, although you may pay for it in time and patience instead.
Santa!
So, we’re ranking Disney World’s 2026 Santa experiences from the ones we’d have the hardest time recommending specifically for Santa to the ones we’d choose first.
Get your pre-orders in — these new Loungefly bags may fly off the shelves!
BoxLunch
BoxLunch delivers banger Loungefly products time and time again, and it’s about to release some really great options for Disney fans of all ages! Whether you want to get a new Loungefly shipped to you or to your local BoxLunch store, these online pre-order options have got you covered.
When someone says they want to find some of the best dining in the Disney World parks, we know exactly where to send them — Disney’s Animal Kingdom!
We love new versions of classic snacks!
We know, we know, EPCOT is often what people think of first when it comes to mind when you think of great eats, but Animal Kingdom ranks at the top for us too! There are tons of unique snacks you can grab around the park, but sometimes, you’re looking for something that’s more classic and straightforward. There’s a new version of one of the most classic snacks that’s available for the Halloween season, and it’s both adorable and tasty!
Four more booths JUST opened at EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival, plus we’ve got full reviews of the other booths that have popped up during the fest and that brand new cheese exhibit.
Let’s eat!
Let’s head back to EPCOT!
If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to add a new Loungefly to your collection, today might be that day.
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We found several Disney Loungefly wallets on sale on Amazon right now. These are a fun way to show off your Disney fandom without splurging on a full-size backpack, and they’re easy to toss into a park bag, crossbody, or purse. Loungefly deals like these tend to disappear fast, so let’s take a look!
It’s not just Disney World where all your wishes come true, because Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe has finally brought guests an after-hours event, and it may be the BEST ONE we’ve ever been to!
Empty Ministry of Magic during after hours
Epic Universe’s very first after-hours event, called Universal Nights at Epic Universe, has finally arrived, and we wasted no time to go and check it out for ourselves. Universal Nights at Epic Universe is a hard-ticketed event takes place on October 3rd, 17th, and 24th, as well as November 6th and 20th. The event has a lot to offer, but now that we’ve had the chance to check it out, we can finally answer the question everyone’s been asking since it was announced. Is Universal Nights at Epic Universe worth it?
Picture this: you’ve spent all day at Disney World from rope drop to fireworks and broke world records for walking the most steps in one day in the brutal Florida heat. You’re more exhausted than you’ve ever been in your life, and you immediately become Sleeping Beauty in your comfy, cozy hotel bed with only one goal: sleep until noon. But what wakes you up bright and early the next morning? Construction!
There’s SO much construction at Disney World right now!
There are 22 hotels at Disney World, and ten are currently under refurbishment between room renovations, exterior maintenance, and structural updates. And just when we finally could see the light at the end of the tunnel, Disney quietly announced that two of these hotel refurbs have been extended!
It’s an ideal time to start shopping for holiday gifts and decorations thanks to all the ongoing deals on Amazon!
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Prime Big Deal Days are coming up on October 6th and 7th, but you can start the savings early — especially when it comes to Disney-themed Christmas tree ornaments.
Our handy (and portable!) ebook guides make sure you get the best deals and can plan a vacation of a lifetime.
