We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Saturday, January 14, 2023.
Walt Disney World
Magic Kingdom
- Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom has reopened following a quick refurbishment.
- We smell new Munchlings, see overpriced Disney 100 Platinum ear hats and ear headbands, and spot the new signage at TRON Lightcycle Run in the latest photo report from Magic Kingdom.
EPCOT
- To our surprise and delight, the “Encanto”-themed food studio debuted a special breakfast menu this morning featuring a breakfast empanada and coffee.
- A trio of artists has set up shop near the Mexico Pavilion during the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts as part of the Disney Fine Art by Collectors Editions booths.
- Guests looking to pick up some Disney-inspired art of their own can find offerings at the newly-renamed Promenade Fine Art.
- The 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts has begun, and this year, the Mexico Pavilion is home to a showcase from Crystal Dombrosky Fine Art.
- For something with a pop twist, check out the Pop Gallery at the China Pavilion!
- McCullough Art is back for the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, with a booth featuring their Disney-inspired work located near the Refreshment Outpost.
- Art gets physical at the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts with the return of Spin Art to the Germany Pavilion, just steps from the Outpost.
- Disney animation lovers have a haven at the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts with the return of former Disney artist William Silvers‘ booth at the Germany Pavilion.
- Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company has created four specialty beverages for the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts.
- Connections Eatery has decided to get in on the fun happening around the park, and for the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, there is a new drink available.
- Looking for a piece of personalized art at the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts? Check out Name Works, which has returned to the Germany Pavilion.
- Thomas Kinkade Studios is back for the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts with two booths, one near the Germany Pavilion and another at the Italy Pavilion.
- One of the returning booths to the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is The Art of David E. Doss, whose work can be found at The American Adventure.
- Noah Fine Art is back for the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts.
- During the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, the France Pavilion is home to Coleman Art, where a pair of artists are on hand to kick off the festival.
- For a look at a galaxy far, far away during the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, head to Acme Archives!
- There’s something for everyone at Rob Kaz Art during the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts.
- The beauty of nature is celebrated at Simone Amaduzzi Photography, located near the Canada Pavilion during the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts.
- One of the mainstays of EPCOT’s art scene is HAF2Paint, so it only makes sense that they’d be back for the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts!
- One of the artists making their EPCOT International Festival of the Arts debut in 2023 is Joe Ledbetter, who brings his uniquely-styled vinyl figures to the Canada Pavilion.
- The 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts finds a new location for Paola Gracey’s booth, as it’s been relocated to the Italy Pavilion.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- See artwork added to Round-Up Rodeo BBQ, a Beaded Minnie Mouse Ear Hat, menu boards for the Festival of the Arts, & more in the latest photo report from Disney’s Hollywood Studios and EPCOT.
Walt Disney World Resort Hotels
- Two weeks after the grand opening of the Carousel Coffee at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn, a few more decorations have been added to the otherwise bland shop.
New Merchandise
- Look at this stuff, isn’t it neat? Any “The Little Mermaid” collection will be complete with this new Princess Ariel seashell ear headband.
- If you collect “Star Wars” tiki mugs, you’ll want to grab this new one from Geeki Tikis inspired by pilot-turned-DJ droid R-3X.
- Lionel has released their Disney 100 Years of Wonder model train collection for pre-order online.
- A new Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster hoodie and youth shirt have parked at Rock Around the Shop in Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
- The new “Garden Goodness” and “Fruity Finds” Disney Munchlings collections have started to arrive at Walt Disney World.
- We recently found new Disney 100th anniversary plush, pins, ornaments, and more arriving at the Walt Disney World Resort.
Other Walt Disney World News
- New Disney Visa Card designs have debuted, including one honoring 100 Years of Wonder, the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company.
- A man claimed his gun was stolen by Cast Members on his Walt Disney World vacation last year, according to a newly released sheriff’s report.
Disneyland Resort
- A 4th edition of the HippopotoMai-Tai tiki mug has been released at Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar at the Disneyland Hotel.
- Performances of “Fantasmic!” at Disneyland Park have been canceled through February 2, 2023.
- If you collect “Star Wars” tiki mugs, you’ll want to grab this new one from Geeki Tikis inspired by pilot-turned-DJ droid R-3X.
- Lionel has released their Disney 100 Years of Wonder model train collection for pre-order online.
Shanghai Disneyland
- Judy Hopps has replaced Thumper as the rabbit character in the Garden of the Twelve Friends at Shanghai Disneyland.
Hong Kong Disneyland
- Celebrate the Lunar New Year at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort with new limited-time treats inspired by Duffy and friends.
That’s it for today; we hope you enjoyed this Daily Recap. Thanks for stopping by, and we’ll see you tomorrow!
