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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Favorite details from my quick peek at new Carousel of Progress concept art during a media panel: On daughter Patty’s 1985 bedroom walls are rough sketches of David Bowie’s Heroes cover photo and Depeche Mode poster w/ circa ’84 logo. 👏 Walt Disney Imagineering on the impeccable music taste.🤘

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Disney has announced a major overhaul to Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress at Walt Disney World that will update all scenes to new time periods, moving through the 1969 moon landing, Halloween 1985, New Year’s Eve 1999, and a new far-future finale.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

Closer look at new blasters and ride vehicles coming to Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom. The ride will follow the same path and will still spin as before. Ride vehicles will have screens and blasters will be handheld.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

A new meet-and-greet with Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde is coming to Discovery Island at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. They will meet at the Zoogether Day Gathering Spot in new Zootopia 2 outfits. First look at new costumes.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

Setlist teased for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World: During the ride “you’ll hear The Electric Mayhem playing some of the most iconic, rockin’ hits... Hopefully G Force Records will release a concert setlist soon!”

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

New concept art showing enhancements coming to Big Thunder Mountain Railroad: bat-filled cave and Rainbow Caverns, plus deeper storytelling around founder Barnabas T. Bullion.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

Zootopia: Better Zoogether! will open in the Tree of Life Theater at Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World on Nov. 7, 2025.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 19/07/2025

Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away is having a soft open performance tonight at 9pm at Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. The new nighttime parade officially debuts on July 20 at 9pm.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 17/07/2025

I am begging Walt Disney World to give TRON Lightcycle Run a red TRON: Ares overlay with the Nine Inch Nails soundtrack when the film comes out.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 17/07/2025

Disney released the new trailer for TRON: Ares today, featuring Nine Inch Nails single “As Alive As You Need Me To Be.” 🎧Single out now, soundtrack out Sept 19 🎬 Film opens Oct 10

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

Universal has announced a second Universal Horror Unleashed location — Chicago! The new year-round immersive horror experience debuts first in Las Vegas on Aug. 14, 2025. The venue will be on Chicago Avenue at the former Tribune Distribution Center, between River North and West Town.

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Barack Obama @barackobama.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

On Juneteenth, we celebrate freedom and recommit ourselves to the work that remains undone. We remember that even in the darkest hours, there is cause to hope for tomorrow’s light.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

Test Track reopens at Walt Disney World on July 22.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 14/06/2025

Chicago on the eve of No Kings Day: Pride shines bright. A tower is swallowed by fog. The name below begins to fade.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

Halloween Time returns to Disneyland Resort Aug. 22–Oct. 31, and Plaza de La Familia returns to Disney California Adventure Aug. 22–Nov. 2. Oogie Boogie Bash returns to DCA select nights Aug. 17-Oct. 31. Tickets on sale to public June 26, Inspire Magic Key pre-sale June 24, all Magic Keys June 25.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

Disney shared details and concept art for a new parking and transportation hub coming to the east side of the Disneyland Resort. The hub will provide 6,000 parking spaces plus a pedestrian bridge over Harbor Boulevard and new esplanade experience. Construction slated to begin in fall of 2026.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

The new Avatar area coming to Disney California Adventure will be built in the current Hollywood Backlot area. No construction timeframe for Avatar, but Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! will close in early 2026.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

Disneyland Resort has announced that the new Coco attraction coming to Disney California Adventure will be near Paradise Gardens Park and Pixar Pier, in areas that are currently “predominantly backstage.” Construction begins backstage this fall.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

Rivers of America, Tom Sawyer Island, and the Liberty Belle will all close at Magic Kingdom on July 7 (last day to experience is July 6). Here’s a new look at the Cars-themed replacement in the works.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away will debut at Magic Kingdom on July 20, 2025. Here’s a first look at the finale float and Mickey, Minnie, and Goofy’s costumes.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

First look at Disney Starlight merch.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance makes an appearance on the facade of ‘it’s a small world’ during ‘Tapestry of Happiness,’ a projection show celebrating 70 years of Disneyland attractions. The show officially debuts May 16, 2025. #disneyland70

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

Just announced: 2025 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party will run select nights Aug. 15 to Oct. 31. Tickets on sale May 15 for guests staying at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, and Shades of Green. On sale May 22 for all other guests.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

GEO-82 souvenir glasses will be available for purchase via mobile order for guests with reservations at GEO-82, opening June 4 at EPCOT. Reservations for the adult-exclusive lounge open May 6.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

The new adult-exclusive GEO-82 lounge opens at EPCOT at Walt Disney World on June 4; reservations open May 6. Menu features signature cocktails and globally inspired small plates. Menu first look: disneyparksblog.com/wdw/disney-e...

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 21/04/2025

Walt Disney World vacation bookings for 2026 will be available starting April 22. New offer for 2026: Walt Disney World hotel guests who buy the dining plan with their package for all adults (10 and up) in the party get free dining for kids in their party (ages 3-9).

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

New planet, details, concept art revealed for Mandalorian & Grogu Smugglers Run update coming 5/22/26. Hondo will send crews from Batuu to Tatooine to track a deal btw ex-Imperials and pirates. Crews then choose next stop: Endor, Bespin, or Coruscant. Engineers get a role upgrade: caring for Grogu.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

Sam Witwer will star in “Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord,” a new animated series coming to Disney+ in 2026. The new series is set after the final season of The Clone Wars.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

Star Wars: Starfighter — a standalone Star Wars film set 5 years after The Rise of Skywalker — will star Ryan Gosling as a brand-new character. Directed by Shawn Levy, the film hits theaters May 28, 2027 and production starts this fall. #StarWarsCelebration

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

“Disney Hercules,” the new live stage production coming to the Disney Destiny, will debut a new song, “Shooting Star.” The song was originally written for the animated film.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

First look at concept art of Hercules battling the hydra in the new live stage production “Disney Hercules,” coming to the Disney Destiny. Disney Cruise Line

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

First look at stateroom artwork and fish extenders coming to the Disney Destiny.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

First look at Hero Minnie, who will debut and do meet and greets on the Disney Destiny.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

First look at new concept art of the Sanctum on the Disney Destiny.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

First look at new concept art of Loki in the Grand Hall of the Disney Destiny.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

Sneak peek at new merch coming to the Disney Destiny, setting sail on its maiden voyage Nov. 20, 2025.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

Tickets are now on sale for “Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith,” returning to theaters on April 25 to celebrate the film’s 20th anniversary. In US and select international theaters for 1 week only. A new Fandango color variant of the re-release poster by @mattferguson.bsky.social debuted today.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

Universal Epic Universe preview tix on sale for April 17-May 8 for Universal Orlando Passholders, active 2025 Military Freedom Pass Ticket Holders, Universal Rewards Signature VISA Card members. Guests @ Universal Orlando hotels can buy preview tix if available at their hotel Vacation Planning Ctr.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

Reservations at Universal Helios Grand Hotel, which has a dedicated entrance to Universal Epic Universe, are now open for stays starting April 16, 2025.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 05/04/2025

Some first looks around Universal Helios Grand Hotel, steps from Universal Epic Universe. Both open May 22, 2025. 1. Lobby 2. Flora Taverna 3. Bar Helios 4. Lotus Lagoon

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 05/04/2025

Incredible views of Universal Epic Universe from a 6th-floor guest room at the Universal Helios Grand Hotel. 🤩 #epicuniverse

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better.net @better.net · 01/04/2025

The Kinks were unapologetically authentic — and they changed rock forever. Now playing at @chicagoshakes.bsky.social, Sunny Afternoon captures the rise of The Kinks in a musical that hits like a rock concert. Read why the show is a must-see in @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social’s story at better.net!

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

New Walt Disney World deals available to book starting March 27: • 50% off kids 3+-day tickets for visits May 27–Sept. 20, 2025 • 3-day, 3-park (1/day) ticket (EPCOT, DHS, DAK) from $89/day, valid April 6–Sept. 22, 2025

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom is getting major updates: new show scene, updated ride vehicles w/ handheld blasters and enhanced effects, and new character, “support-bot,” Buddy. The ride will close in August for updates and reopen in 2026.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure and Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After, the new stage shows coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, both open May 27, 2025.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

A Disney Vacation Club Welcome Home Center, “Château de Voyage,” is opening in the Canada pavilion at EPCOT this spring. It will include a model room of Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows and a space to learn more about DVC membership.

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

Disney Vacation Club McKim's Mile House - A Member Lounge opens today in Frontierland at Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. Open daily from 11am to 6pm, the lounge offers seating, complimentary soft drinks, Wi-Fi, charging, and Member Services Advisors.

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Sam Carter @cartarsauce.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

He’s living it up today

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Brooke McDonald @brookegmcdonald.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

Disney has announced that the Spaceship Earth-themed lounge coming to Epcot, named “GEO-82,” will be an adults-only, by-reservation space for guests 21 and up. The lounge will serve, cocktails and small plates. Menu and reservation details and opening date still to come.

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