AUTHOR: Jackie Gailey

Senior Editor for The DIS and DCL Fan | Disney Vacation Club Member | Thrilled to have been a '13/'14 planDisney Panelist | Lover of all things Disney; the Magic of Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and especially Disney Cruise Line | ºoº



Disney’s New A Cappella Group, D Cappella, Debuts on American Idol’s First Ever Disney Night

Disney Music Group’s new a cappella singing sensation, D Cappella made their debut appearance Sunday night on the hit ABC music competition series, American Idol. The seven-member group performed classic Disney songs throughout the show’s Disney Night themed episode, including favorites from The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King, and Aladdin. The group’s co-creator, Disney’s New A Cappella Group, D Cappella, Debuts on American Idol’s First Ever Disney Night

Tune Into ABC Wednesday, May 2 for a Special Line Up of Toy Story Land Segments

This Wednesday, May 2, Good Morning America will kick off a full day of ABC special segments that will feature the much-anticipated Toy Story Land, opening June 30 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The exclusive access starts with a live welcome from the all-new 11-acre Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World Resort, hosted by Paula Tune Into ABC Wednesday, May 2 for a Special Line Up of Toy Story Land Segments

Harveys to Hold Steamboat Willie Signing Event May 4 & 5 at Walt Disney World

Dana and Melanie Harvey, the couple behind the Harveys Seatbelt Bags, are heading to the Walt Disney World to celebrate their Steamboat Willie collection release at the Ever After Jewelry Co. in Disney Springs. Event dates and times are as follows: Friday, May 4: 5:00 p.m. – 8 p.m. Saturday, May 5: 5 p.m. – 7 Harveys to Hold Steamboat Willie Signing Event May 4 & 5 at Walt Disney World

Wheel of Fortune Celebrates 35th Anniversary from Walt Disney World Beginning April 30

Wheel of Fortune is getting ready to bring the magic of Disney Parks to its viewers beginning tonight through Friday, May 4! Pat and Vanna are heading out on a journey that will take viewers on a tour of the Walt Disney World Resort starting with their set at Epcot. Next, they’ll head over to Wheel of Fortune Celebrates 35th Anniversary from Walt Disney World Beginning April 30

Disney’s Hollywood Studios to Offer Daily Extra Magic Hours in July and August 2018

Last week, we told you about Extra Magic Hours coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom nearly every morning during the months of May and June and today, we’re happy to report that in July and August, guests who are staying at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels will be given access to Extra Magic Hours daily Disney’s Hollywood Studios to Offer Daily Extra Magic Hours in July and August 2018

Disney Invites Guests to Celebrate Japan’s “Children’s Day” at Epcot on May 5

One of the best things about visiting the World Showcase in Epcot is that you never know what kinds of interesting things you might happen upon during your time there. With eleven countries represented, there is bound to be something special going on. Every year on May 5th, Japan celebrates Kodomo no hi or “Children’s Disney Invites Guests to Celebrate Japan’s “Children’s Day” at Epcot on May 5

Star Wars Half Marathon-Inspired Treats and Exclusive Discounts Available This Weekend

Those who are participating in the Star Wars Half Marathon Weekend that begins today at Walt Disney World Resort can feed their own dark sides with Star Wars-themed chocolate treats from The Ganachery at Disney Springs. These special items will only be available this weekend at the runDisney Health and Fitness Expo held at ESPN Star Wars Half Marathon-Inspired Treats and Exclusive Discounts Available This Weekend

D23 Announces Mickey’s of Glendale Shopping Experience in Florida

A Mickey’s of Glendale pop-up shop is coming to Disney’s Contemporary Resort on Saturday, June 9, 2018. The shop will be available based on a limited number of one-hour shopping windows where D23 Gold and Gold Family Members will be given the opportunity to sign up for a single one-hour window. This store is typically private for Cast Members as D23 Announces Mickey’s of Glendale Shopping Experience in Florida

Ellen DeGeneres Wants Her Animatronic and on May 5, She’ll Have the Chance to Buy It

The Ellen’s Energy Adventure attraction closed for good on August 13, 2017, to make way for a Guardians of the Galaxy-themed attraction. You might remember that Ellen DeGeneres addressed the whereabouts of her audio-animatronic on her show back in September when she heard about the attraction’s closure. She stated that she wanted her “robot” back Ellen DeGeneres Wants Her Animatronic and on May 5, She’ll Have the Chance to Buy It