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Here’s What Happens in Disney World…After Dark!

When planning your Walt Disney World vacation you’re probably thinking about sunny Florida days filled with early morning rope drops, afternoon parades, and mid-day splashes in the pool. But the fun doesn’t stop when the sun sets at Disney World and there’s SO MUCH to do after dark!

Cinderella Castle at Night

Our good friends at Small World Vacations (our preferred travel partners here at DFB!) have some great tips for making the most of your nights at Disney World – including tips on the best dessert parties, nighttime shows, and much more!

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It’s a WICKED Time at Disney VILLAINS After Hours in Magic Kingdom

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Disney Villains are taking over Magic Kingdom for Disney Villains After Hours!

Disney Villains After Hours

Disney After Hours events are extra-ticket events which offer guests the chance to enjoy the parks – along with included snacks and more — after closing hours at three Disney World Parks: Animal Kingdom, Magic Kingdom, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Limited guest capacity for these events offer guests the chance to enjoy popular park attractions with little-to-no wait. [Read more…]

More Disney After Hours Dates Announced for Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, and Hollywood Studios

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Disney After Hours events offer guests the chance to enjoy the parks after closing hours at three Disney World Parks: Animal Kingdom, Magic Kingdom, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Limited guest capacity for these events allows guests to enjoy popular park attractions with little-to-no wait.

Slinky Dog Dash Wait Time at Hollywood Studios After Hours

Another highlight of these extra-ticket events is complimentary ice cream, popcorn and select beverages included in your admission. [Read more…]

Sneak Peek! May the 4th Merchandise Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney Springs

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In just a couple of days, you’ll be hearing this now-familiar Star Wars fan greeting: “May the 4th Be With You!”

May the 4th Be With You Pins ©Disney

What’s now become known as “Star Wars Day” is quickly approaching. And to celebrate the occasion, Walt Disney World will be releasing a few pieces of limited time merchandise!

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Mark Your Calendar: Dates for Disney Villains After Hours Coming to Magic Kingdom This Summer

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You may have already heard the wicked news that Disney After Hours at Magic Kingdom will be turning into Disney Villains After Hours this summer from June 6th through August 8th.

Disney Villains After Hours ©Disney

With the release of tickets for Disney Villains After Hours this morning comes information on the specific dates for this limited-time special event, which are as follows: [Read more…]

Wicked Details Revealed for Disney Villains After Hours at Magic Kingdom: “Villains Unite the Night” Show And More!

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Our Villain-loving selves are screaming because we don’t have to wait too much longer to see our favorite Disney Villains in action in Magic Kingdom, thanks to the new Disney Villains After Hours extra-ticket event held on select wicked nights this summer.

Disney Villains After Hours ©Disney

Disney has just revealed more details about the previously announced event which will include, among other special offerings, the debut of a new show: “Villains Unite the Night!”

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Disney VILLAINS Coming to Select After Hours Events at Magic Kingdom!

By AJ and the DFB Team 11 Comments

Disney After Hours events offer guests the chance to enjoy the parks – along with included snacks and more — after closing hours at three Disney World Parks: Animal Kingdom, Magic Kingdom, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Limited guest capacity for these events offer guests the chance to enjoy popular park attractions with little-to-no wait.

Disney Villains After Hours ©Disney

And now, Disney has just announced that select After Hours events in Magic Kingdom will feature a very wicked enhancement: Disney VILLAINS will be featured at Disney After Hours in Magic Kingdom from June 6-August 8! [Read more…]

More Dates Added for Disney After Hours in Walt Disney World Parks With Two Special Celebration Nights

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Disney After Hours events offer guests the chance to enjoy the parks – along with included snacks and more — after closing hours at three Disney World Parks: Animal Kingdom, Magic Kingdom, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Limited guest capacity for these events results in little-to-no wait for attractions, experiences and character greetings.

After Hours materials in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Today Disney has announced that more dates have been added to these popular events for each of the three parks. And, in addition, two special celebration nights have been announced for Disney’s Hollywood Studios. [Read more…]

The Ultimate Survival Guide for the BUSIEST Days in Disney World

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Not only is it almost the Most Wonderful Time of the Year in Walt Disney World… it’s also still the BUSIEST Time of the Year!

Magic Kingdom during the Holidays

Crowds are so thick it can be hard to walk in some areas of the park, and wait times get up to over 5 hours!

5-hour wait times for Flight of Passage in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

And if your plans for 2019 include a trip to Walt Disney World during peak crowd seasons such as Spring Break, the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, or even a long holiday weekend such as Memorial Day, then we’ve got some information that can help.

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DFB Video: Is Disney World After Hours Worth It?

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Hi, there! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re discussing whether Disney World After Hours events are worth the money!

After Hours in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Currently, three Disney World parks offer After Hours events: Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, and Magic Kingdom. These extra-ticket events offer limited-to-no wait times at popular attractions in the parks due to capping the event at a low guest capacity, and snacks and beverages are also included. These events, however, do come with a fairly high price tag. So today we’re discussing if Disney World After Hours might be worth it for your group in our latest DFB YouTube Video! [Read more…]