#DisneyMagicMoments: You’ve Got Friends in the Voices of Liberty from EPCOT
by Jeremy Schoolfield, Managing Editor, Walt Disney World Resort Public Relations
We could all use an extra bit of friendship, right? Well the Voices of Liberty from EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort are using their #VoicesFromHome to let you know you’ve got friends in them, even from afar.
This a capella group normally fills The American Adventure at EPCOT with patriotic melodies. Today, they’re using their musical talents to give you a #DisneyMagicMoment wherever you may be. In this new video, the Voices of Liberty reunite virtually for special performances of two beloved Disney tunes all about friendship: “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” and “Friend Like Me.”
Feel free to sing along, too, using your own #VoicesFromHome. And stay with us here as we unveil more #DisneyMagicMoments in the days ahead!
Tune in Sunday, May 3 to Food Network’s ‘Buddy Vs Duff 2’ Finale Challenge inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
by Michael Loughran, Sr Manager – Disney’s Yellow Shoes Creative Group
We’ve got big news for Star Wars fans and cake fans and even bigger news for Star Wars Cakes fans!
Earlier this year, Food Network’s “Buddy Vs Duff 2” final challenge, Buddy “The Cake Boss” and Duff “The Ace of Cakes” Goldman were summoned by stormtroopers from a galaxy far, far away. Kirstin Makela, Art Director with Walt Disney Imagineering, commissioned the award-winning bakers to create their biggest, most elaborate cakes yet to celebrate May the 4th – also known as Star Wars Day.
The judges reveal the winner of this year’s competition inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, hosted by the legendary Billy Dee Williams. Also on hand were Andi Gutierrez and Anthony Carboni from The Star Wars Show, the only monthly 20-minute(ish) look at all-things Star Wars, featuring news, behind-the-scenes features and special guests.
You’ve got to tune in to the 90-minute finale on Food Network Sunday, May 3 at 9pm | 8c to see these galactic, mouthwatering masterpieces!
For this special pre-recorded viewing of “Disney Illuminations” at Disneyland Paris, you’re front and center for the amazing special effects and fireworks at Sleeping Beauty Castle. Prepare to hold your breath and “ahhhh” as the show recreates iconic Disney moments in ways you never thought possible!
We hope you enjoy this virtual viewing of “Disney Illuminations” at Disneyland Paris and it brings a touch of Disney magic to your night. Keep checking back for more #DisneyMagicMoments coming to the Disney Parks Blog.
#DisneyMagicMoments: Check Out the Spectacular Colors of Spring at Disney Parks Around the World
by Thomas Smith, Editorial Content Director, Disney Parks
With the start of May, vibrant colors of spring take center stage at our Disney Parks around the world. Fresh buds bloom and plants take on new life during this magical season.
As part of our #DisneyMagicMoments, we’re sharing a special collection of new and past favorite Disney springtime flowers, topiaries and nature scenes with everyone at home.
Hong Kong Disneyland
Jungle River Cruise
Elephant topiaries at Hong Kong Disneyland
Fairy Tale Forest at Hong Kong Disneyland
Fairy Tale Forest at Hong Kong Disneyland
A journey through the enchanted Fairy Tale Forest and other areas at Hong Kong Disneyland is breathtaking in spring. Fairy Tale Forest is a whimsical garden featuring classic Disney Fairytales as living storybooks.
Disneyland Park
Storybook Land Canal Boats
‘it’s a small world’
Mickey’s Toontown
Pixar Pier
Cars Land
At Disneyland Resort, the flowers are bright and beautiful — from Fantasyland to Cars Land, including a strikingly colorful entrance to Disneyland park. Disneyland Resort President Rebecca Campbell recently snapped the Disney California Adventure park images on her Instagram account.
Shanghai Disney Resort
Shanghai Disney Resort
Shanghai Disney Resort
Nature blooms in vivid color this time of year at Shanghai Disney Resort, as cherry and plum blossoms, apple floral archways, tulips, roses and more transform the landscape into a fantastic natural wonderland.
Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland Paris
Walt Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Paris
At Disneyland Paris, lush, colorful flowers spiral out from the hub of Disneyland Park at the foot of Sleeping Beauty Castle, better known here as Le Château de la Belle au Bois Dormant.
Even at Walt Disney Studios Park, guests are greeted with lively poppies at the feet of one of only five Partners statues around the world depicting Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse together.
Castaway Cay
And at Castaway Cay, which is reserved exclusively for Disney Cruise Line guests, the island is a Bahamian paradise during spring with stunning plants and trees.
Character Topiaries at Walt Disney World Resort
‘Toy Story’ Topiaries at Walt Disney World Resort
‘Frozen’ Topiary at Walt Disney World Resort
‘The Lion King’ Topiaries at Walt Disney World Resort
Remy Topiary at Walt Disney World Resort
The start of May at Walt Disney World Resort is also when our whimsical character topiaries come to life. The selection of horticulture spring masterpieces at EPCOT usually include new characters and returning favorites.
Cliffs of Moher
This time of year, a favorite Adventures by Disney vacation spot – the Cliffs of Moher in Ireland – will give you goose-bumps with breathtaking flowers in an area of immense natural beauty.
Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa
And at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, the gorgeous landscape is filled with plants and brilliant green trees and offers unforgettable scenes of beauty.
We hope you enjoy this special look at the colors of spring at Disney parks around the world and remember, “The wonders of nature are endless,” Walt Disney. Keep checking back for even more #DisneyMagicMoments coming to the Disney Parks Blog!
5 Tips for Navigating Life with the Child Ahead of the Premiere of Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian
by Thomas Smith, Editorial Content Director, Disney Parks
Recently, the all new trailer for Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian took the galaxy by storm. If you haven’t seen it already, check it out here:
Premiering Monday, May 4, with new episodes available every Friday onDisney+, the adventurous new series will offer fans the opportunity to join executive producer Jon Favreau as he goes behind the scenes of the first season of The Mandalorian. Packed with never-before-seen footage, interviews, and more, the eight-episode documentary series will explore unique elements of the first live-action Star Wars television show, from the filmmaking process to the series’ groundbreaking technology.
With the new series and May the 4th right around the corner, now is a great time to honor one of the fan-favorite characters from The Mandalorian – the Child. If you recently welcomed the Child into your home or are expecting the Child’s arrival any day now, here are some helpful tips on ways to integrate the Child into your everyday life:
The Child is a curious and mysterious alien! Show us how it is joining you in your daily activities with #TheMandalorian #StarWarsBe sure to stream Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian, premiering Monday, May 4, 2020 on Disney+.
