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From Cruella to The Lion King, Disney has been making a LOT of live-action prequels and remakes of their animated classics!
Cruella ©Disney
Today, we got a release date for one of Disney’s upcoming live-action offerings!
It’s a busy season for Disney merchandise!
Halloween Merchandise
At the parks, we’ve got new items for the Food & Wine Festival at EPCOT, Halloween products, and things arriving early for the 50th Anniversary. On top of that, Christmas and the holidays are coming soon, so we can expect lots more stuff then. But if you can’t make it to Disney World, don’t worry — tons of new items are online now as well!
If you want to do some online Disney shopping, you have quite a few options to choose from right now!
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Currently, on shopDisney, you can find Halloween items, merchandise from your favorite shows and movies, and plenty of great accessories to wear to the parks. But if you’re tempted to whip out that credit card and start scrolling, wait just one minute, because there are some big ways to save that you need to know about!
Happy Friday everyone! Are you ready to catch up on ALL the big Disney news from this week?
Chip and Dale
Perfect! Then you’ve arrived at the right spot. From news about Annual Passes to all kinds of Halloween updates and photos of the adorable, new 50th Anniversary statues, there’s a lot to share this week. Let’s dive in!
Last night we got to attend the very first Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney California Adventure Park, and we’re in a Nightmare Before Christmas kind of mood!
Oogie Boogie
So, when we saw that the new Nightmare Before Christmas collectible keys and pins have FINALLY made their way online, we had to share the news! Disney collectible keys can be a really fun and unique way to celebrate your love for lots of Disney characters, movies, and more. So if you’re into Disney keys or just love Nightmare Before Christmas read on for ALL the info you need to know about these NEW items.
When you’re visiting the Disney parks, the My Disney Experience and Disneyland apps can make a big difference in your trip!
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Through these apps, you can see wait times, check out park maps, secure boarding groups for rides, and so much more. One of the best features is the ability to Mobile Order your food, and now, even more locations are getting added to the list!
After months of being closed, shows have started to reopen and return to Broadway.
©Lion King on Broadway | Disney
We’ve already shared a look at the vaccination and testing requirements for Broadway shows, and the dates that 2 Disney on Broadway shows will return. But, what if you can’t make it to New York? No problem! You can actually be a part of the grand re-opening of one classic Disney on Broadway show right from the comfort of your couch!
Want to get the inside scoop on what NEW movies will be released by Star Wars, Marvel, Disney, and Pixar? Ready to get some HUGE news about upcoming Disney parks projects? Want to do some serious shopping, meet Disney stars, and more?
Bob Chapek ©Disney
Then you’ll want to stop by the D23 Expo — The Ultimate Disney Fan Event! The next D23 Expo will be held in Anaheim, California on September 9th through the 11th, 2022. To attend this fan event, you’ll need to grab tickets and now we know just when those tickets will go on sale!
The Disney+ series The Mandalorian has proven to be a huge hit with Star Wars fans.
Baby Yoda Bakpacks
Not only is season 3 of the show coming soon, but one of the show’s breakout stars, Grogu (aka The Child, aka Baby Yoda) is EVERYWHERE. We’ve already seen our share of Grogu merchandise and Grogu snacks, but now we’re about to see a GIGANTIC baby Yoda hovering over New York!
It’s September now, which means Halloween is less than two months away!
Mickey Pumpkin at Disneyland
While some of us like to celebrate the Halloween season in a big way, others might prefer to show their spooky side in a more subtle way. We searched the internet for the best Halloween t-shirts for people who don’t want to go full spooky, so let’s get into it!
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