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Character meet-and-greets have returned to “normal” in many spots around Disney World, but not all of them are back just yet.
The Tree of Life
There are some meet-and-greet locations and character dining restaurants that aren’t back yet, but as the days go by more and more things are changing in Disney World. Soon a character meet-and-greet spot will be back open in Disney’s Animal Kingdom and we’ve got the details right here!
There are some REALLY interesting people in the Disney parks.
Disneyland Park
No, we’re not talking about the guests or the random celebrities we spot from time to time — we’re talking about the Disney characters! We’re used to spotting Mickey Mouse and the princesses, and though we love them dearly, we get a little extra excited when we see those “rare” characters out and about. This week, we’re adding to that list with a very cool sighting in Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge!
Seeing a Disney character in Disney World is a BELOVED pastime, right up there with eating Mickey Pretzels and riding the PeopleMover!
Mickey!
Make no mistake, there are LOTS of classic characters we NEVER get tired of spotting (and HUGGING!) in Disney World, but we also get excited about spotting a RARE character!
We’ve been finding out a TON of news about the EPCOT Transformation today!
EPCOT construction
Disney just shared a new look at the Moana attraction coming to the park, and they revealed new gardens and festival areas that will be in the center of the park. But, the fun isn’t over yet, because there is even MORE exciting news!
If you’re heading to Disney World soon or even just relaxing on your couch at home and thinking “I wonder what’s going on at Disney World right now?” — we’ve got ALL the updates you need right here!
Heading to Disney World Soon?
From mask rule changes to important updates on a bill that could change the way Disney World functions, there’s a lot to catch up on this week. So, let’s get started!
Hey there, DFB friends! We’re here with what’s new in Magic Kingdom!
Cinderella Castle
In just a few days there have been a lot of changes in Magic Kingdom! There was a very short-lived pre-parade, a selection of treats inspired by candy bars, and we can’t forget to mention the return of traditional character meet-and-greets! Read all about it here!
Disney World has changed a LOT over the last five years, and it wasn’t all due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cinderella Castle
Five years is a long time, even if a global pandemic never happened, and there have been a number of big changes in Disney World. If you haven’t visited Disney World in five years, you might be REALLY confused when you arrive, so we’re here to go over all the changes!
You can get really busy with rides, food, shopping, and entertainment when you’re in Disney World, but you shouldn’t miss out on meeting characters while you’re in the parks!
Hi, friends!
Character meet and greets have been back in a modified way for a while, and soon, they’ll be going back to how they were before the shutdowns in 2020. This means you’ll be able to hug Mickey again and get autographs from Pluto! You’ll also be able to stand next to characters for photos, so you’ll probably want to grab some good pics, and we’re here to help you out when it comes to planning!
March was a BIG month of news for Disney World and lots of news can sometimes make for surprises!
Walt Disney World
From dining changes to health measure updates and more, let’s take a look at the four most unexpected things that happened in Disney World in March!
🚨 Get ready! The way you meet your favorite Disney characters in the parks is CHANGING…again!
Hey There Mickey!
Prior to the pandemic, meeting Mickey, the Disney princesses, and other iconic characters was full of hugs, autographs, and regular face-to-face contact. Of course, the situation with COVID-19 changed all of that. After the parks reopened, fans got the chance to see Mickey and friends…but only from a distance. Then, more traditional meet-and-greets returned, but they were still riddled with changes including (importantly) distancing requirements, no hugs, and no autographs. We later heard that the face-to-face meet-and-greets we’re all used to would soon be returning to Disney World (and got a hint about it yesterday) and now we’ve got BIG news!
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