Tickets on sale for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 2013

Tickets are now on sale for the 2013 Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, running from Nov 8 to Dec 20.

Registration open for the Tower of Terror 10-Miler Weekend

Registration has opened for the 2013 Tower of Terror 10-Miler weekend marathon event in March.

VIDEO: Joe Flacco celebrates Super Bowl win at the Magic Kingdom

Super Bowl MVB Joe Flacco visited the Magic Kingdom yesterday to celebrate the big win of the Baltimore Ravens, flagged by Mickey Mouse in his own football uniform.

VIDEO: Festival of the Masters begins at Downtown Disney

The 2012 Festival of the Masters has started at Downtown Disney, with over 130 artists displaying their creations. As part of the festival, Disney have released a video showcasing some of the offerings at this years event.

Road closures for the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror 10-Miler tonight

Tomorrow, the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror 10-Miler will be taking place, and will cause a number of road closures and restrictions around Walt Disney World. Below is a list of the affected areas.

'Celebrate The Magic' to replace 'The Magic, The Memories, and You!' from November 2012

We reported last week that Disney were closing the popular 'The Magic, The Memories, and You!' night time projection based show. It's now been confirmed that a new show, titled 'Celebrate the Magic' will be launched in its place from November 2012. The new show will incorporate the same technology and special effects of its predecessor, 

"'Celebrate the Magic' takes us on a journey to the heart of the most beloved Disney stories and characters,"” said Show Director Katy Harris. "This amazing show will magically transform Cinderella Castle with spectacular projection effects, choreographed to a new music soundtrack. The show will be full of emotion and storytelling, proving that, with imagination and magic in our hearts, anything is possible."

The final showing of 'The Magic, The Memories, and You!' will take place on Labor Day (September 3) at both the Magic Kingdom, and at Disneyland. Whilst 'Celebrate The Magic' will be a Magic Kingdom exclusive, Disney have confirmed that "it's a small world" holiday will be returning to Disneyland "later this year".

2012 Candlelight Processional celebrity narrator list updates

We announced the 2012 Candlelight Processional celebrity narrator lineup last month, however as has been the case almost every year, there are a few minor changes. 

Isabella Rossellini has been removed and replaced with Geena Davis. There are also three new additional celebrities added for previously unannounced dates; Amy Grant, Andy Garcia and James Denton.

With these updates, the provisional line-up now looks like this:

• Nov. 23–25: Geena Davis(Actress and former fashion model)
• Nov. 26–29: Neil Patrick Harris (Emmy Award-winner, Broadway star and TV host)
• Nov. 30–Dec. 1: Whoopi Goldberg (television host, actress and comedian)
• Dec. 2-4: Andy Garcia (Actor)
• Dec. 5-7: TBA
• Dec. 8-11: James Denton (Actor)
• Dec. 11–13: Jodi Benson (singer and actress)
• Dec. 14–16: Olivia Newton John (singer and actress)
• Dec. 17-19: TBA
• Dec. 20–22: Trace Adkins (Award-Winning Country music artist)
• Dec. 23–25: Gary Sinise (actor and musician)
• Dec. 26-28: Amy Grant (Singer)
• Dec. 29–30: Marlee Matlin/Jack Jason (Academy Award-winning actor and TV star)

New Epcot Segway Tour & Breakfast to debute on September 17

Disney have announced that from September 17 2012, a new Segway Tour, "Keep Moving Forward", will be in operation at Epcot. The new tour "explors Walt Disney's vision for a better tomorrow - and the results of that vision: The Florida Project and Epcot". The tour is three hours long and includes a complete Segway training lesson, breakfast at the Sunshine Seasons restaurand, an in-depth tour of the World Showcase, and an exclusive Disney pin.

The new tour will cost $99 (plus tax) for guests aged 16 or over. For guests aged 16-17, a parent or gardian must sign a waver. Disney Vacation Club members and Annual Passholders are eligable for a 1§5% discount.

Guests wishing to book, or find out more information should call (407) WDW-TOUR (939-8687).

Annual Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic returns for 2012

For the last three consecutive years, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin has been running the Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic, a 2 day event showcasing some of the top food, wine and beers from around the world. 

The event includes seminars conducted by members of the hotel's award-winning team of food and beverage experts. The event will also feature appearences from celebrity chefs Michael Mina and Todd English.

Guests wishing to attend can purchase tickets at http://www.SwanDolphonFoodandWineClassic.com . Tickets for guests are:

• All-inclusive package - Room accommodations and event passes - from $285 for two adults.
• Advance purchase event-only tickets, including unlimited food and beverage samples on the causeway - $80 per person
• Seminars - $45 per person, per class

(prices inclusive of tax)

2012 Night of Joy full line-up and schedule released

Disney have released the full line-up and schedule for the 2012 Night of Joy at the Magic Kingdom. Full details are as follows:

Performing Friday, September 7, 2012:

• Casting Crowns 
• Chris Tomlin
• NEEDTOBREATHE 
• RED
• Francesca Battistelli 
• Brandon Heath 
• Royal Tailor 
• Disciple

Performing Saturday, September 8, 2012: 

• MercyMe
• Third Day 
• Kutless 
• Chris August
• Lecrae
• Yolanda Adams
• Thousand Foot Krutch
• Dara Maclean

Those wishing to attend can get the full details and tickets on the official website.