Sams Disney Diary

We're back! After a brief break, we're diving right into all the Disney magic you missed. The Disney Attraction Madness Tournament has moved from the Round of 64 through the Round of 32 to the Sweet 16—did your favorite make the cut? Before we get to that, Greg takes us on a tour of the 2025 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, covering CommuniCore Hall, festival merchandise, Spike the Be...

This week's show is packed with Disney news you won't want to miss. From the Festival of the Arts finale to the exciting launch of Disney Madness 2025, we've got everything covered.   Youtube Video  https://www.youtube.com/live/2GwaFbYQwE0?si=oaeZITTb1PiSnak7 Festival of the Arts Comes to a Spectacular Close The Epcot International Festival of the Arts wraps up with a breathtaking Disney on Broadw...

Disney surprised guests with Villaintines and Valentine's Day activities you won't want to miss. Plus, we're talking about the all-new carousel popcorn buckets, EPCOT's preparations for the 2025 Flower & Garden Festival with topiaries already popping up, and new pass holder magnets have arrived. Over at Magic Kingdom,a  new track has arrived for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, and big changes are h...

February 11, 2025 - This Week at Walt Disney World, Join Sam from Sam's Disney Diary and Greg at Fantasy Land News to go over this week's news from Walt Disney World. Including Magic Kingdom had the Super Bowl MVP Parade featuring Jalen Hurts from the Philadelphia Eagles. We were in Cinderella Castle Hub and Main Street USA for the whole ordeal, along with news from around the park. At Epcot, we s...

Tomorrowland construction continues, Big Thunder Mountain and Swiss Family Treehouse are getting updates at Magic Kingdom. EPCOT sees new walls in Canada, scaffolding in Mexico, and work near Spaceship Earth. New merchandise has arrived, including Class of 2025 Mickey Graduation Hats, the Most Magical Place on Earth collection, and Riviera Resort ears and Loungefly bags! At Disney Springs, AMC is...

Big changes are coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios! This week, Disney confirmed the final day for MuppetVision 3D* and the surrounding Muppets Courtyard locations—so we're diving into what's leaving and how it compares to concept art for the new Monsters, Inc. land. Plus, we'll check in on major construction updates at Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom, including a surprise new addition to Kilima...

This Week at Walt Disney World, It's all about the 2025 Epcot Festival of the Arts! This year's festival features the Once Upon a Stage debut: 30 Years of Disney on Broadway exhibit in CommuniCore Hall. Returning favorites like the Expression Section Paint-by-Numbers Mural, Chalk Art, Animation Academy, and Figment's Brush with the Master's scavenger hunt are back, alongside talented artists all a...

This week is packed with Disney updates, news, and history! Dinoland U.S.A. has officially closed as Disney's Animal Kingdom begins the first phase of its exciting new expansion. Over at Magic Kingdom, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is track removal, while more construction walls have been spotted throughout the park. Meanwhile, a crane has arrivd at Astro Orbiter. "Starport Seven Five," a nod to S...

Happy New Year from Sam and Greg! We're back from our holiday break and ready to kick off 2025 with all the magic happening at Walt Disney World! Here's what's on this week's live show: 🏗️ Construction Season: New year, new beginnings—aka construction walls! We'll take a closer look at the big changes coming to Walt Disney World in 2025 and how they might affect your plans. 🛍️ Greg's MK Merchandis...

Get ready for another exciting episode as we dive into the latest happenings at Walt Disney World! 🎄✨ The Festival of the Holidays is in full swing at EPCOT. Greg spotted brand-new 2025 merchandise hitting the parks—perfect for Disney fans gearing up for the new year! We've got updates on Club Cool, an adorable Tinker Bell merchandise drop, and… what's that? A mysterious crane near Big Thunder M...

Join Sam and Greg for another magical episode of This Week at Walt Disney World, where we're bringing you the latest news, updates, and a dash of fun from Disney Parks! Here's what we've got in store this week: Annual Pass Holder Recipe Cards, Exclusive Mufasa Collectibles at Animal Kingdom, The Gingeraffe at Animal Kingdom Lodge, Disneyland's 70th Anniversary Details, New Lions at Animal Kingdom,...

Join Sam and Greg for another magical week of Disney news, events, and stories! Greg heads to EPCOT this week to explore the Festival of the Holidays and sample the futuristic Prototype Experiential Cookies of Tomorrow—a sweet innovation you won't want to miss and a special Epcot Gingerbread Spaceship earth show... Disney Parks Blog reminded us of all the new offerings set to open at Walt Disney W...

Moana 2 has officially hit theaters! Find out where you can meet Moana across Disney Parks to celebrate the release. EPCOT is gearing up for the Festival of the Holidays, and we've got all the details on what to expect. Experience the magic of Wicked at Disney Springs and explore the latest holiday merchandise in the parks. We're also venturing beyond Disney to highlight the holidays at Universal...

Big changes are coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios! Join us for a special report as we cover TODAY's announcement of the location of the new Monsters, Inc. land, which will feature a suspended door vault coaster, plus dining, shopping, and a new theater show. We'll also dive into the Muppets' big move to Sunset Boulevard, where they'll take over Rock 'n' Roller Coaster with a music festival-them...

Popcorn Buckets: Santa at Animal Kingdom, Gingerbread at Yacht Club, updates at Soarin, Disney Treasure, and so much more.

The holiday magic is officially here! This week, we're bringing you a rundown of the festive fun lighting up Walt Disney World! 🎅✨ Get the inside scoop on the premiere of Jollywood Nights at Disney's Hollywood Studios and all the holiday cheer at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party in the Magic Kingdom! 🎉 Over at Disney Springs, the Christmas Tree Stroll returns with beautifully themed trees, a...

Join Sam and Greg live for This Week at Walt Disney World as they dive into all things holiday magic at the parks! 🎄✨ The holiday season has officially arrived, and they're covering everything you need to know. Greg starts with breakfast in Pandora at Animal Kingdom, checks out holiday merch at Magic Kingdom, and heads to the Grand Floridian to see the spectacular Gingerbread House. Plus, get a...

Get ready for a packed week of spooky Disney magic! Halloween is in full swing, and the legendary Headless Horseman haunts Disney's Fort Wilderness! We spotted Muppet Ghosts, and Cake Bake Shop is now serving sweet treats on the Boardwalk. Over at EPCOT, the Ocean Explorer kiosks at The Seas with Nemo bring an extra splash of fun, while the DVC Member Lounge nears completion at the Imagination Pav...

`In this week's episode, we've got a ton of Disney magic to share! First, we're recapping the D23 Walt Disney Archives Halloween Scream event at Disney Springs 🎃👻 Then, it's all about the holidays at Walt Disney World, from the Candlelight Processional with newly announced celebrity narrators to the Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom Hollywood studios, and Beyond the Parks. Christmas is almost here!!...

In this week's episode, we cover the closure of TriceraTop Spin and Fossil Fun Games at Disney's Animal Kingdom, plus new merch, the latest Muppets magnet, Steakhouse 71's anniversary breakfast, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad's one-year refurb, and more! https://www.youtube.com/live/bWk8CIYOGhY?si=_AzumMaciHtWr8D-  

Central Florida Prepares for Hurricane Milton - Safety First! As Hurricane Milton approaches, safety is the top priority. If you're in the area, please follow local guidelines for hurricane preparedness, take shelter, and stay safe! This week, we'll dive into what you can expect when you return after the storm, and there's plenty to look forward to! What's New at Walt Disney World? We'll look at s...

Join Sam and Greg for a jam-packed episode as they celebrate Walt Disney World's 53rd Birthday! It's a week full of exciting news and updates you don't want to miss. 🎂 Happy 53rd Birthday, Walt Disney World! – We're celebrating the anniversary of the Most Magical Place on Earth 🚀 Star-Lord Arrives at Cosmic Rewind – Star-Lord is debuting at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! 👗 Harry Styles...

This Week at Walt Disney World: September 25, 2024  Get ready for a jam-packed show! We'll dive into new Muppet pins, buttons, and stickers at EPCOT's Food and Wine Festival Brew Wing Lab—the newest Muppet magnet release. Space 220 introduces exciting new menu items, and we'll reveal what's taking over the NBA Experience location, at least temporarily. Plus, there are updates on Jollywood Nights a...

This Week at Walt Disney World, LIVE! With Sam and Greg. Join Sam and Greg for an exciting live episode as they explore this week's Disney highlights! Discover the latest addition to the Muppet Magnet 70th anniversary set, Greg's adventure at Universal Halloween Horror Nights, and new Star Wars Lego sets and Advent calendars. Check out the fresh Coco merch at Disney Springs, meet Miguel at EPCOT,...

This Week at Walt Disney World - September 11, 2024 We say goodbye to a Disney legend, celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Hoop Dee Doo Revue, and explore exciting new features at Jollywood Nights in Disney's Hollywood Studios, including more characters and Jazz Club reservations. At Magic Kingdom, Tron now offers standby access, while Disney's Animal Kingdom files for permits for the Tree of Li...