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Limited Time Fun Coming To Walt Disney World In 2019

Disney just announced a whole slew of limited time offerings for 2019 that will keep guests in the party mood from January to September! We'll have more information coming for you about the exciting new events as Disney expands the details, but here's a peek at how Walt Disney World will be celebrating all year long in 2019.

Walt Disney World Resort Seeks Permission to Develop More Wetland Areas

The Walt Disney World Resort is seeking permission to develop 575 acres of wetland area, an increase from the original 350 acres it had planned to develop on the resort property over the next 30 years. The development plan has been filed with the South Florida Water Management District.

Contemporary Christian Music Celebrates A Night of Joy In The Magic Kingdom

For the 33rd year Contemporary Christian musicians and their fans will flock to the Magic Kingdom in September to celebrate a special weekend of faith and music. Disney's Night of Joy 2015 is on the schedule once again for two fantastic nights of celebration, September 11 and 12, 2015. A stunning group of talented artists includes Night of Joy veterans raising their voices right along side newcomers to this annual hard ticket special event.

Holiday Magic Starts at Walt Disney World Resort with Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights

Holiday Magic Starts at Walt Disney World Resort with Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights. As the holiday season quickly approaches, the Walt Disney World Resort has some festival and magical events planned for guests.

Raglan Road Hosting the Great Irish Hooley During Labor Day Weekend

If you're searching for good food, great music, and maybe some Celtic dance this weekend at the Walt Disney World Resort, then you need to stop at Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant for a big Irish celebration.

The Great Irish Hooley - which is Irish slang for a party or celebration - is returning for a second year after great success last year. The event will feature traditional Irish food from celebrity chef Kevin Dundon, live music, and even dance workshops.

Celebrating 30 Years of Disney VoluntEARS

This month marks the 30th anniversary of Disney VoluntEARS, the global, company-wide initiative that provides Disney Cast Members with the chance to contribute their time and make a positive impact on their communities.

Celebrate Animal Kingdom’s 15th Anniversary on Earth Day, April 22

Disney's Animal Kingdom - the largest animal theme park in the world - opened to the public on Earth Day, April 22, 1998. This year marks the park's 15th anniversary and there's a "wild" celebration planned.

Walt Disney World Limited Time Magic: Week 1

Last month Disney announced Limited Time Magic will be taking place throughout 2013 with 52 weeks of magical experiences big and small. These special experiences will appear and then disappear as the next special surprise debuts. Each week a new, fun adventure awaits guests headed to the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida.

Celebration Woman Holds Guinness World Record for Mickey Mouse Memorabilia

A Celebration, Florida, woman is the holder of the Guinness World Record for Mickey Mouse Memorabilia with over 4,000 items of the iconic mouse. And you thought you were a Disney fanatic!

Janet Esteves, 57, first nabbed the record in 2006; at that time, she had over 2,100 Mickey items. Now, her record-holding collection weighs in at 4,127 items - and Esteves believes she has at least 2,000 more items yet to be cataloged and counted.

Independence Day Offerings at Walt Disney World

It wouldn't be Independence Day without fireworks, and Disney's certainly got those covered this year. For those of you lucky enough to be in and around Walt Disney World on the 4th of July, here's a look at what Mickey and company are planning to help celebrate.

Magic Kingdom will be showing its "Disney's Celebrate America! A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky" twice: July 3 and 4. This patriotic take on fireworks will light the up the night both dates at 9 p.m.

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Disney Floral and Gifts Launches A Brand New Website

Disney Floral and Gifts has just launched a brand new website making it easier than ever to add a little magic to your life. This redesign brings easier navigation for you to find your special something, and even includes a Custom Gift Builder for those that want to make sure the recipient has everything they need to make a dream come true. You can now search the site by Character, Holiday, Special Events, In-Room Celebrations and much more!

Limited Time Magic: Week 36

Join the Citizens of Main Street U.S.A. in a Fall Trolley Show at the Magic Kingdom. Starting today, September 1st guests can enjoy the finest fall seasonal songs as the Citizens celebrate the arrival of autumn.

Pass through the gates at Magic Kingdom park, and the harvest celebration begins with this festive ode to one of our favorite times of year. This delightful taste of Limited Time Magic!

Limited Time Magic: Week 35

This week at Walt Disney World the Limited Time Magic is celebrates the "Dog Days of Summer" with the final days of a rockin' Tomorrowland party.

Head on over to Rockettower Plaza Stage in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom and move to the groove to the tunes of DJ K-9. Disney pups like Pluto, Bolt and Dug will show you how to shake it. Lilo's "dog" Stitch will crash the party while you enjoy all the fun games, tasty food and refreshing cool zones.

Celebrate America With A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky On Video

Happy Independence Day to all of our friends and readers in the United States. Walt Disney World can be a patriotic place all year round but on the Fourth of July it sparkles just a little bit brighter with that red white and blue spirit. At the heart of the celebration the Magic Kingdom's Fireworks are designed to be at their most beautiful and impressive to those standing in the hub in front of Cinderella Castle.

Limited Time Magic: Independence Week Fun at Walt Disney World Resort

On Monday we talked a bit about ways to celebrate the 4th of July at Walt Disney World without having to manage the intense crowds at the Parks. Today, we're diving into the thick of it so that you can know where to head inside the Disney Parks to get your red, white and blue on for an entire week during a special events!

Walt Disney World Limited Time Magic: Week 20

A very brief Limited Time Magic celebration this weekend! Saturday's coronation of Merida into the court of 'official" Disney Princesses was a jubilant celebration complete with a visit from my favorite Disney Mom of all, Queen Elinor, who placed the lovely tiara on her daughter Merida's head. Sadly, rumor has it that this would be Queen Elinor's one and only appearance.

2013 Expedition Everest Challenge

The Forbidden Mountain beckons guests deep within Disney's Animal Kingdom, inviting them to adventure and inspiring them to reach new heights. You too can face the mountain and meet the Yeti like never before in runDisney's Expedition Everest Challenge!

Disney Weddings Series: The Memories Collection

It's true that for the right price Disney can make just about all of your wedding dreams a reality. With several package collections and almost limitless customization options Disney Fairytale Weddings have the ability to make grand dreams come true for even the fussiest of Princess. But what if that's not what you're looking for? Is there a Disney Fairytale Wedding option for couples that want a intimate private event?

Star Wars Weekends Returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studios May 17-June 9

For four weekends each spring, Star Wars fans (and fanatics) converge on Disney's Hollywood Studios for Star Wars Weekends. This year, the intergalactic celebration starts May 17 and continues until June 9.

While the guest list is still a work in progress we can report that Ray Park who starred as the Sith warrior Darth Maul is scheduled to appear during Weekend I and Weekend II, and Warwick Davis who portrayed Ewok Wicket W. Warwick is scheduled for Weekend III and Weekend IV.

Ticketed New Years Eve Events at Walt Disney World

If you are headed to Walt Disney World for New Year's Eve but don't want to fight the crowds on Main Street USA, there are many venues across property just waiting to celebrate with you! 2013 will be the year of Limited Time Magic and you'll have to act fast to catch many special fleeting moments of merriment that will surprise and delight Disney Parks guests with something new each week in 2013!