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“Walt the Dreamer” Statue Dedication On Dec. 4, 2023 Walt Disney Legacy Award recipient Cast Members were among the first to see the all-new “Walt the Dreamer” statue that debuted as a focal point of the stunning World Celebration Gardens. In a memorable dedication moment, EPCOT Vice President Kartika Rodriguez was joined by the Walt Disney World Ambassadors, Imagineer Scott Mallwitz and the Voices of Liberty to celebrate the original dreamer, Walt Disney. Guests can explore the gardens beginning Dec. 5, 2023 at EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Abigail Nilsson, Photographer)

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“Walt the Dreamer” Statue Dedication @ EPCOT

December 4, 2023 Jason @disneygeek.com EPCOT

On Dec. 4, 2023 Walt Disney Legacy Award recipient Cast Members were among the first to see the all-new “Walt

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Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Holiday Happenings

November 29, 2023 Jason @disneygeek.com christmas, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin

Holiday Happenings at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin This holiday season, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin

Beginning Dec. 5, in celebration of Walt Disney’s birthday, guests visiting EPCOT will be able to explore World Celebration Gardens including Dreamers Point, where they can sit beside a new statue of the original dreamer himself. The bronze statue titled “Walt the Dreamer” represents Walt later in his life when he was imagining ideas for the Florida Project and what ultimately became EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kent Phillips, Photographer)

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EPCOT World Celebration Gardens Including Dreamers Point To Open Dec 5th

November 28, 2023November 28, 2023 Jason @disneygeek.com EPCOT

World Celebration Gardens, ‘Walt the Dreamer’ Debut Dec. 5 at EPCOT Beginning Dec. 5, in celebration of Walt Disney’s birthday,

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Book Review: People Behind the Disney Parks – Stories of those honored with a window on Main Street, U.S.A.

November 26, 2023November 26, 2023 Jason @disneygeek.com Disneyland, magic kingdom, Main Street USA

People Behind the Disney Parks – Stories of those honored with a window on Main Street, U.S.A. is an outstanding

Asha from “Wish” Arrives at Walt Disney World, Coming Soon to Disneyland Resort & Disneyland Paris Asha from the Walt Disney Animation Studios film “Wish” is now greeting guests in EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and will soon make her way to Disneyland Park in California and Walt Disney Studios Park in Disneyland Paris. At Walt Disney World Resort, guests can dream big with Asha in a special location near the entrance to World Showcase. Beginning November 22 at Disneyland Resort, Asha will appear outside The Royal Hall in Fantasyland, bringing with her a touch of the magical kingdom of Rosas as Star’s playful glow lights up the area. Asha will head to Disneyland Paris later in the month. (Abigail Nilsson, Photographer)

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Asha from Wish @ Disney Parks

November 1, 2023 Jason @disneygeek.com Disneyland, Disneyland Paris, EPCOT, Wish

Asha from “Wish” Arrives at Walt Disney World, Coming Soon to Disneyland Resort & Disneyland Paris Asha from the Walt

As part of Disney’s enduring respect for those who serve in the military and their families, Walt Disney World Resort hosted the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds for a flyover of Magic Kingdom Park and EPCOT on Oct. 30, 2023. The event marks the arrival of National Veterans and Military Families Month in November. (Kent Phillips, Photographer)

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U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Fly Over Walt Disney World Resort

October 30, 2023October 31, 2023 Jason @disneygeek.com EPCOT, magic kingdom

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Oct. 30, 2023) As part of Disney’s enduring respect for those who serve in the military

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Walt Disney World Holiday Preparation Preview & Details

October 23, 2023 Jason @disneygeek.com christmas

Sneak Peek: Walt Disney World Resort Prepares to Welcome the Holidays LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Oct. 23, 2023) – Preparation

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Walt Disney World Annual Passport Price Increases & New Park Hopping Rules

October 11, 2023October 11, 2023 Jason @disneygeek.com

This morning Walt Disney World increased the prices for their annual passes. Parking rates at the parks increased $5 too.

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Walt Disney World Has Welcomed More Than 300 Animal Births in the Past Year

September 20, 2023 Jason @disneygeek.com disney's animal kingdom, Fort Wilderness

New Residents at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park – and Beyond – Embody the Magic of Nature at Walt Disney

Test Track will be reimagined at EPCOT in Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Imagineers, along with teams from Chevrolet, are reaching back into history for inspiration from the original World of Motion and bringing that spirit of optimism to the next iteration of the Test Track attraction. More details to come in the future. (Disney)

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Destination D23 – Disney Parks Videos

September 10, 2023 Jason @disneygeek.com

Disney Parks has released a series of videos and shorts on YouTube highlighting the announcements made at the Destination D23

Walt Disney Imagineering is planning to reimagine Dinoland U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park into a new land inspired by a region sometimes referred to as “tropical Americas.” As part of their research, Imagineers are looking at some of the most biodiverse areas on the planet in the regions just north and south of the equator in the Western Hemisphere – the northern part of South America, stretching up into Central America. New experiences inspired by “Encanto” – the Academy Award winning Walt Disney Animation Studios film – and the fan-favorite adventurer Indiana Jones are being considered for the reimagined land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Disney)

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Walt Disney World Resort Announcements from Destination D23 2023

September 9, 2023 Jason @disneygeek.com disney's animal kingdom, EPCOT, magic kingdom

At the Destination D23 Event held at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Disney Parks announced a number of Walt Disney World coming

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Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana To Open at Epcot October 16, 2023

September 9, 2023 Jason @disneygeek.com EPCOT, Moana

Adventure Awaits When Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana Opens Oct. 16, 2023, at Walt Disney World LAKE BUENA VISTA,

Next The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE kicks off July 27 and runs through November 18, 2023, at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Guests can sip and savor from nearly 30 Global Marketplaces throughout the event, which celebrates delicious diversity in global food and drink, including the Pickle Milkshake at Brew-Wing Lab at the Odyssey. (Steven Diaz, Photographer) The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE kicks off July 27 and runs through November 18, 2023, at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Guests can sip and savor from nearly 30 Global Marketplaces throughout the event, which celebrates delicious diversity in global food and drink, including Unnecessarily Spicy, Yet Extremely Tasty Scotch Bonnet Pepper-Curry Wings with Cool Cucumber Yogurt at Brew-Wing Lab at the Odyssey. (Matt Stroshane, Photographer) The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE kicks off July 27 and runs through November 18, 2023, at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Guests can sip and savor from nearly 30 Global Marketplaces throughout the event, which celebrates delicious diversity in global food and drink, including Canadian Filet Mignon served with Mushrooms, Boursin Black Truffle & Sea Salt Mashed Potatoes and a Boursin Black Truffle & Sea Salt Whipped Butter at the Canada Global Marketplace. (Matt Stroshane, Photographer) The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE kicks off July 27 and runs through November 18, 2023, at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Guests can sip and savor from nearly 30 Global Marketplaces throughout the event, which celebrates delicious diversity in global food and drink, including the plant-based Guava Cake with Whipped Cream and Coconut at Shimmering Sips hosted by CORKCICLE. (Matt Stroshane, Photographer) The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE kicks off July 27 and runs through November 18, 2023, at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Guests can sip and savor from nearly 30 Global Marketplaces throughout the event, which celebrates delicious diversity in global food and drink. Guests can also experience Emile’s Fromage Montage, a delicious food stroll featuring several cheesy goodies from the Global Marketplaces. Simply pick up a Festival Passport and collect stamps by purchasing five of these items. Once you’ve gotten them all, head over to Shimmering Sips for a special redemption prize. (Harrison Cooney, Photographer) The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE kicks off July 27 and runs through November 18, 2023, at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. New at the festival this year, Brew-Wing Lab at the Odyssey invites guests to go on a flavorful adventure featuring the culinary creations – and madcap mishaps – of Muppet Labs. With Dr. Bunsen Honeydew and his trusty partner Beaker as their hosts, festival goers can sample concoctions that include both traditional chicken wings and plant-based options. (Steven Diaz, Photographer) The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE kicks off July 27 and runs through November 18, 2023, at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. New at the festival this year, Brew-Wing Lab at the Odyssey invites guests to go on a flavorful adventure featuring the culinary creations – and madcap mishaps – of Muppet Labs. With Dr. Bunsen Honeydew and his trusty partner Beaker as their hosts, festival goers can sample concoctions that include both traditional chicken wings and plant-based options. (Steven Diaz, Photographer) The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE kicks off July 27 and runs through November 18, 2023, at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. New at the festival this year, Brew-Wing Lab at the Odyssey invites guests to go on a flavorful adventure featuring the culinary creations – and madcap mishaps – of Muppet Labs. With Dr. Bunsen Honeydew and his trusty partner Beaker as their hosts, festival goers can sample concoctions that include both traditional chicken wings and plant-based options. (Steven Diaz, Photographer) The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE kicks off July 27 and runs through November 18, 2023, at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. New at the festival this year, Brew-Wing Lab at the Odyssey invites guests to go on a flavorful adventure featuring the culinary creations – and madcap mishaps – of Muppet Labs. With Dr. Bunsen Honeydew and his trusty partner Beaker as their hosts, festival goers can sample concoctions that include both traditional chicken wings and plant-based options. (Steven Diaz, Photographer) The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE kicks off July 27 and runs through November 18, 2023, at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. New at the festival this year, Brew-Wing Lab at the Odyssey invites guests to go on a flavorful adventure featuring the culinary creations – and madcap mishaps – of Muppet Labs. With Dr. Bunsen Honeydew and his trusty partner Beaker as their hosts, festival goers can sample concoctions that include both traditional chicken wings and plant-based options. (Steven Diaz, Photographer) The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE kicks off July 27 and runs through November 18, 2023, at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. New at the festival this year, Brew-Wing Lab at the Odyssey invites guests to go on a flavorful adventure featuring the culinary creations – and madcap mishaps – of Muppet Labs. With Dr. Bunsen Honeydew and his trusty partner Beaker as their hosts, festival goers can sample concoctions that include both traditional chicken wings and plant-based options. (Steven Diaz, Photographer) The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE kicks off July 27 and runs through November 18, 2023, at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. New at the festival this year, Brew-Wing Lab at the Odyssey invites guests to go on a flavorful adventure featuring the culinary creations – and madcap mishaps – of Muppet Labs. With Dr. Bunsen Honeydew and his trusty partner Beaker as their hosts, festival goers can sample concoctions that include both traditional chicken wings and plant-based options. (Steven Diaz, Photographer) The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE kicks off July 27 and runs through November 18, 2023, at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. New at the festival this year, Brew-Wing Lab at the Odyssey invites guests to go on a flavorful adventure featuring the culinary creations – and madcap mishaps – of Muppet Labs. With Dr. Bunsen Honeydew and his trusty partner Beaker as their hosts, festival goers can sample concoctions that include both traditional chicken wings and plant-based options. (Steven Diaz, Photographer) The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE kicks off July 27 and runs through November 18, 2023, at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. New at the festival this year, Brew-Wing Lab at the Odyssey invites guests to go on a flavorful adventure featuring the culinary creations – and madcap mishaps – of Muppet Labs. With Dr. Bunsen Honeydew and his trusty partner Beaker as their hosts, festival goers can sample concoctions that include both traditional chicken wings and plant-based options. (Steven Diaz, Photographer)

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2023 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival (July 27 – Nov 18)

July 26, 2023 Jason @disneygeek.com EPCOT

Delicious Adventures Await as the 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Begins at Walt Disney World Resort Indulge in

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