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Frozen Summer Games Returns This May to Blizzard Beach
Guests who enjoyed the Frozen Summer Games last year will be happy to know that it is returning this year! Not only is it returning, but there will be some added photo opportunities.
Hollywood Studio News: Meet Olaf in the New Celebrity Spotlight
With all the closings happening at Hollywood Studios, in preparation for the new lands, it can be hard to justify spending money on a ticket for a day in the park. However, Disney is adding somethings to make it worth your while and one of those experiences is available now.
Hollywood Studios News: Ice Palace Boutique Opening During Frozen Summer Fun
Starting July 26, guests ages 3-12 at Disney World will be able to visit the Ice Palace Boutique in Hollywood Studios. They will have the choice of different packages themed to either Anna or Elsa from the very popular movie.
Frozen Summer Fun Starts Soon at Hollywood Studios
According to Disney Parks Blog, Frozen Summer Fun will start this Wednesday at Hollywood Studios and there this is lots planned for this summer long event.
Here is a list of what you can see:
- Frozen Royal Welcome – This happens twice a day and it’s a parade with Anna, Kristoff, Elsa, Olaf, and more. Plus, Elsa is on a new ice palace float. That will be pretty cool to see!
- Olaf’s Summer Cool Down – This Olaf’s new show and he will bring some friends with him to have some summer fun with everyone. The really cool part is that Olaf will share a burst of snow from his personal snow cloud with the audience!
- Frozen Fever – You can catch the animated short at the ABC Sound Studio and there will also be a look behind the scenes of how the film was made.
- For the First Time in Forever: A “Frozen” Sing-Along Celebration – Catch this show at the Hyperion Theater and expect to see all-new in-theater effects and there will also be special appearances by Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff.
- “Frozen” Fireworks – This will happen after the “Coolest Summer Ever” Dance Party. Olaf, Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff will end the day with a grand finale of an awesome fireworks show to the music of (what else) “Frozen.” Expect a flurry of snow during this show too!
The event will run from June 17 to September 7, 2015.
Thanks for reading!
*Liz*
Source: Disney Parks Blog
Details Emerge About the New Frozen Ride
This is exciting news for Frozen fans, because it’s the first look at the “Frozen Ever After” ride that is coming to Norway in Epcot.
According to the Wall Street Journal, the ride will take you back to the movie, but without retelling the story. Guests will encounter Anna, Elsa, Kristof, Olaf, and the Snowgies during the ride.
Another fun fact is that the ride vehicle and the path of the ride will remain the same. The scenes will, of course, be different and will features scenes relevant to Frozen.
In the article, it goes into some detail about the queue line revealing that guests will walk by Wandering Oaken’s Trading Post (and yes, you will hear Oaken’s famously hearty “yoo-hoo!” as you pass by).
The setting for the ride is described as a winter festival that takes place in the summer. The article describes the layout for the ride and the first scene (after boarding the ride vehicle) guests will see are Olaf and Sven setting up for the festival.
Next, you will make your way to Troll Valley to see Grandpappy Troll telling the store of Anna and Kristof to a group of troll children. Also in this scene are Olaf, Anna, and Kristof, singing and ice skating.
Elsa’s appearance is next and she will be singing “Let It Go” from the balcony on her ice castle. Wouldn’t be a Frozen ride without that song showing up at least once! Expect elaborate effects that will create simulated snow crystals that fly around the room for this part.
Marshmallow will also appear during the ride. He’ll be yelling “Let It Go” in time with Elsa’s song. This is the second to last scene of the ride.
The final scene is where you will see fireworks and Elsa, Anna, Olaf, and Kristoff will give you a wave as you pass by.
The audio-animatronic characters are expected to be cutting edge, because Disney will be using new technology for them. The new technology includes projectors pointed at their faces for more lifelike animation. The same animation was used for Seven Dwarfs Mind Train.
The placement of this ride has been received with very mixed reactions. Some love the addition and some are still angry at the replacement of Maelstrom. We’ll have to wait and see if this boosts attendance for Epcot when it opens in 2016.
Are you planning on riding “Frozen Ever After” when it opens?
Thanks for reading!
*Liz*
Source: Wall Street Journal
New Commemorative T-shirt for the 24-Hour Party
This year for the 24-hour kick-off party to the “Coolest Summer Ever” there will be a pretty “cool” commemorative T-shirt available.
The kick-off party starts this Friday, May 22, at 6 a.m. and runs until 6 a.m. on Saturday, May 23. People are encouraged “Snow Their Disney Side” during this event.
The commemorative T-shirt features Olaf, who is the host for the party, but the really fun part is that the ink on the T-shirt changes color when it is exposed to sunlight.
Guests can find this shirt in the Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom. Those that cannot attend the party will be able to purchase the T-shirt online from May 22-31 at DisneyStore.com/ParkEvents.
Once the party kicks off, Disney is encouraging everyone to share their pictures and join the conversation on Instagram and Twitter. Just use #Disney24 and #CoolestSummer to join in!
Thanks for reading!
*Liz*
Source: Disney Parks Blog
More Details Released for 24-Hour Coolest Summer Ever Kick Off Event
We are almost a week away from the 24-hour kick off to the “Coolest Summer Ever” and more details about the event are starting to be released. Here is a rundown of what to expect at the event:
- Special appearances in the Welcome Show with Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, and Olaf joining in the fun to welcome everyone into the park!
- There will be a flag ceremony at dawn in Town Square and it will feature the Reedy Creek Honor Guard.
- Have a favorite Disney Channel star? Look for them during the “Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade” at 3 p.m. Some stars from Disney Channel shows will be acting as Grand Marshals for the parade.
- From 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. you can head over to Rockettower Plaza in Tomorrowland as DJ Frost will be leading a dance party with music videos from Disney Channel stars. Not only that, but there will also be sneak peeks of upcoming Disney Channel Original Movies “Teen Beach 2” and “Descendants.”
- After the dance party, Rockettower Plaza will be playing sing-along screenings of Disney’s “Frozen” from midnight-4 a.m.
- Just before the 11 p.m. and 1 a.m. performances of Main Street Electrical Parade you will see Olaf, Kristoff, Anna, and Elsa put the Magic Kingdom “on ice.”
- If you feel like dancing then you should join the Frontierland Dance Party, near Country Bear Jamboree, from 2 a.m. – 6 a.m or the “Up All Night” Dance Party at Cinderella Castle from 2 a.m. – 5:45 a.m. You will find some of your favorite Disney friends dancing the night away in their PJs!
- At the end of the 24th hour, head to Town Square for a special final moment.with Mickey and his friends!
This sounds like an amazing event! Are you going?
Thanks for reading!
*Liz*
The Coolest Summer Ever 24-Hour Event Happens May 22 [VIDEO]
“The Coolest Summer Ever” is set to kick off on May 22 with a 24-hour event. Check out this fun video from Disney Parks Blog! Are you going?
Source: Disney Parks Blog
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“Frozen Fever” Goodies Coming to Disney Parks
With the popularity of the “Frozen Fever” short, Disney has decided to offer some special treats for a limited time. They are available now at Disneyland Resort and will be available at Walt Disney World starting April 8th.
Anna’s Happy Birthday cupcake looks pretty good. It’s vanilla with blue buttercream frosting, marshmallows, snowflake candies, and it has a white chocolate Olaf on the top.
Here is where you can get this cupcake:
- In Disneyland
- Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe
- Market House
- Pacific Wharf Cafe
- Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Cafe
- The Coffee House
- In Walt Disney World
- Main Street Bakery
- Gaston’s Tavern
- Starring Rolls Cafe
- ABC Commissary
- Sunshine Seasons
- Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe
- Boardwalk Bakery
- Beach Club Marketplace
- Contempo Cafe
- Gasparilla Island Grill
- Landscape of Flavors
- The Mara
Another new treat is Olaf’s Perfect Sundae Day. This is a birthday cake-flavored ice cream with lots of hot fudge, mint marshmallows, brownie pieces, whipped cream, and sprinkles.
Here is where you can find this delicious looking treat:
- In Disneyland
- Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor
- Clarabelle’s
- In Walt Disney World
- Plaza Ice Cream Parlor
- Hollywood Scoops
- Beaches & Cream Soda Shop
The special treats don’t end there. At select table-service restaurants you will be able to order an ice-cream cake that is inspired by Princess Anna’s birthday cake.
Here is where the ice cream cake is available:
- In Disneyland (individual ice cream cakes available)
- Carnation Cafe
- Wine Country Trattoria
- Storytellers Cafe
- Steakhouse 55
- Walt Disney World Resort (a slice of ice cream cake)
- Trattoria al Forno
- Captain’s Grille
- The Wave … of American Flavors
- Sanaa
- Coral Reef Restaurant
Source: Disney Parks Blog