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Sams Disney DiaryDisney Castles, Tron Popcorn Bucket & Disney World Updates: September 10, 2025 Sam and Greg are back live with another This Week at Walt Disney World, and the Disney Parks Update for September 2025 is already delivering big headlines for Disney fans. From the legacy of Disney castles to the latest popcorn bucket frenzy, there's plenty to discuss. Add in the latest ride closures and refurbishments, plus early chatter about Walt Disney World's 55th Anniversary in 2026, and you've got a show loaded with mustâ€'knows. Disney Castles: Icons of Storytelling Nothing says Disney Parks like a castle. At the center of every resort worldwide, they remain timeless symbols of magic and s...
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Sams Disney DiaryLiberty Belle and Tom Sawyer Island Close, Haunted Mansion Merch, Railroad Shuttle & Holiday Previews – July 9, 2025It's a red, white, and blue week at the parks! Sam and Greg are back for the July 9, 2025, episode of This Week at Walt Disney World with fireworks, construction walls, holiday announcements, and a farewell to two Magic Kingdom classics. https://youtu.be/YZEvNV0IKVw July 2025 Disney World Closures: Liberty Belle & Tom Sawyer Island Two longtime staples of Magic Kingdom have officially taken their final voyages. The Liberty Belle Riverboat and Tom Sawyer Island are now closed to make way for Walt Disney World's newest expansion: Piston Peak and Villains Land. Construction walls have gone...
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Sams Disney DiaryFall Merch Arrives, Test Track Preview, Hall of Presidents, Eat to the Beat 2025, and a Fireworks Flashback to 1988Sam and Greg are back, and it's July 2, 2025—just in time for the Independence Day crowds! News and a Flashback. Test Track Previews Begin—Greg Was First in Line! After months of anticipation, Test Track previews have officially launched at Epcot. Greg was among the first to experience the reimagined attraction. This new version features updated ride systems and a fresh storyline, honoring the attraction's legacy while pushing forward with bold innovation. Hall of Presidents and Astro Orbiter Reopen Just in time for the Fourth of July, two Magic Kingdom staples are back. The Hall of P...
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Sams Disney DiaryMuppetVision Closed, New Monsters Courtyard Concept Art, Disneyland Expansion Details - This Week June 11, 2025This week brought emotional farewells and new beginnings, as Disney fans witnessed the closure of Muppet One Last Look at Muppet Courtyard (Grand Avenue) and Muppet Vision 3D Before It Closes ForeverVision 3D and saw fresh concept art for both coasts. As part of the WDW Weekly Update, here's what unfolded. Muppet*Vision 3D Officially Closes. It's official: MuppetVision 3D* has closed its doors at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Sam and Greg take a final stroll through the attraction, sharing behind-the-scenes views and paying tribute to the classic. Alongside video highlights and personal memories, we break...
2025-06-121h 08Sams Disney DiaryStitch Crashes Disneyland 70: Mickey Hits the Track! all that and More This Week at Walt Disney WorldIt's an epic week in the Disney universe, and This Week at Walt Disney World with Sam and Greg has everything you need to stay in the loop. As Universal's new Epic Universe continues to generate buzz, Disneyland takes center stage with the kickoff of its 70th Anniversary celebration. But in true chaotic fashion, Stitch crashes Disneyland 70 in a way only he can. This week's video episode dives into all the madness. Stitch Steals the Spotlight at Disneyland No one expected the 70th Anniversary celebration at Disneyland to be calm—but Stitch made sure of that! With su...
2025-05-221h 05Sams Disney DiaryEarth Day Flashbacks & Star Wars Celebration News – This Week at Walt Disney WorldLive with Sam and Greg, we're breaking down everything you need to know This Week at Walt Disney World! April 23, 2025. You can watch this episode here on youtube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9WCzYWNMFiI Easter Sunday in the Parks Spring was in full bloom at Walt Disney World over the Easter weekend. From floral photo ops to classic meet-and-greets, guests enjoyed festive touches across all four parks. We spotted Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny at Magic Kingdom, along with seasonal treats, egg displays, and some egg-ceptional surprises in the form of rare characters....
2025-04-241h 12Sams Disney DiaryEaster Week 2025: Walls, Bunnies, and Big News at Walt Disney WorldWelcome to Easter Week at Walt Disney World! Easter Week at Walt Disney World is full of surprises—from park-wide construction updates to exciting event news, new merchandise, and a nostalgic look at a fan-favorite Walt Disney World Happy Easter Parade. This live episode of This Week at Walt Disney World with Sam and Greg (April 16, 2025) captures it all. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I50D0yGNlvw Destination D23 Sells Out in Record Time If you blinked, you missed it. Tickets for Destination D23 sold out in less than 20 minutes! The buzz around this fa...
2025-04-171h 19Sams Disney DiaryBehind the Magic with Sam and Greg: Disney Dreamers, Starlight Parade, and More – April 2, 2025In the April 2, 2025 episode of This Week at Walt Disney World, Sam and Greg deliver a packed live stream. They cover the latest Walt Disney World updates—from inspiring events like the Disney Dreamers Academy and Starlight Parade to exclusive merchandise and seasonal surprises. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_6JgHx7ne7o Behind the Scenes at Disney Dreamers Academy Greg takes viewers behind the scenes of the Disney Dreamers Starlight Parade experience. He begins with a heartfelt look at the Disney Dreamers Academy. The program includes character meet-and-greets, inspiring speakers, and insider ac...
2025-04-031h 09Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World: March 19, 2025 Highlights with Sam and GregWelcome back to another packed edition of This Week at Walt Disney World with Sam and Greg! The March 19, 2025, Disney World update is full of exciting news, seasonal treats, tech surprises, and bittersweet farewells. Let's break it all down. Disney Madness 2025: From the Sweet 16 to the Elite 8 The excitement builds as we enter the Elite 8 round of Disney Madness 2025! This annual tournament pits your favorite Walt Disney World attractions against each other in a battle for the top spot. Voting is still open, so it's not too late to have your say and help decide which attractions...
2025-03-191h 05Sams Disney DiaryFebruary 12, 2025 - This Week at Walt Disney WorldFebruary 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 saw the end of Arts Fest and the beginning of the Flower & Garden Festival 2025. Butterfly garden, flower beds, and a new pirates-themed playground. Along with new pins from the...
2025-02-131h 11Sams Disney DiaryJanuary 22, 2025 - This Week at Walt Disney WorldThis 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 across EPCOT, including the new CommuniCore Plaza, a vibrant space for music and visual art in action. The iconic Disney on Broadway series also returns to the America Gardens Theatre, bringing unforgettable live performances to the festival...
2025-01-231h 10Sams Disney DiaryHAPPY NEW YEAR!!! This Week at Walt Disney World January 8, 2025Happy 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 Merchandise Haul: Greg's got his hands on some exciting new Magic Kingdom merch, and we'll show you what's hot right now. 🎨 Festival of the Arts Countdown...
2025-01-081h 03Sams Disney DiaryDecember 11, 2024 - This Week at Walt Disney WorldJoin 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, D23's Mufasa Tickets, The Simpsons Funday Football Recap: Did you catch the Bengals vs. Cowboys game transformed into the world of The Simpsons? Tune in for a fun-filled episode packed with Disney news...
2024-12-121h 04Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World - December 4, 2024Join 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 World in 2025; we'll dig in. Plus, we'll look back at how a rainy Thanksgiving morning couldn't dampen the Disney spirit. And in entertainment news, Moana 2 shattered box office records over the Th...
2024-12-041h 09Sams Disney DiarySPECIAL BREAKING NEWS REPORT - Muppets, Monsters and Goodbye AerosmithBig 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-themed attraction. Please get the latest details on these updates and what they mean for the park's future. Tune in live! Join Sam and Greg for this Special Report. Youtube Version...
2024-11-2332 minSams Disney DiaryNovember 6, 2024 - This Week at Walt Disney WorldJoin 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 sneak peek at the Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic, the reopening of Blizzard Beach, and a look at the sought-after popcorn buckets at Disneyland. And what's all the buzz about "The A...
2024-11-071h 10Sams Disney DiaryOctober 23, 2024 - This Week at Walt Disney World`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!!! Then, Lightning Lane Premium launches, giving you easier access to your favorite attractions for a cost—but how much? Also, big news for Minnie Mouse—she's making her debut as a balloon in this year's Macy's Tha...
2024-10-231h 10Sams Disney DiaryOctober 3, 2024 - This Week at Walt Disney World with Sam and GregJoin 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 Pop-Up at Disney Springs – Calling all fans! A brand-new Harry Styles Pop-Up Store has arrived at Disney Springs, featuring exclusive merch 🎃 Pluto Pumpkin Pursuit at EPCOT – It's time to embrace the Halloween spirit with the Pluto Pumpkin Pursui...
2024-10-031h 03Sams Disney DiarySeptember 18 2024 - This Week at Walt Disney WorldThis 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, Agatha All Along streaming today. Plus, what is a Sushi Cat? And the must-have Mickey's Jack-o-Lantern Sipper. Don't miss it! 🌟🎢🎃 https://www.youtube.com/live/gFXa-QrVg5s?si=J23qFa_VCvy9DJ9C
2024-09-191h 05Sams Disney DiarySeptember 11, 2024 - This Week at Walt Disney World with Sam and GregThis 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 Life. DIY headbands arriving at Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom, Muppet magnets marking 70 years with a unique collection, a new seating area near Woody's Lunch Box, and the ultimate new spot for watching NFL games near...
2024-09-121h 12Sams Disney Diary2024 Epcot Food and Wine Festival - This Week at Walt Disney World September 4, 2024Get ready for a mouthwatering journey around Epcot as we dive into the 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival! Greg and Sam are fresh back from the flavors, sights, and sounds of this year's culinary celebration. From delectable dishes and unique beverages to live entertainment and special events, we'll give you an inside look at everything that makes this festival a must-visit experience. Don't miss out on our tips, top picks, and must-try items for 2024! https://www.youtube.com/live/P1hkvVh0Zfk?si=PyxTY8fH-SqIkCwr
2024-09-0559 minSams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World (August 28, 2024)– Updates, New Food, New Merch and More!Join Sam and Greg for "This Week at Walt Disney World!" LIVE August 28, 2024. A packed show filled with the latest news, updates, and exclusive sneak peeks from around the Disney universe. Including Test Track gets a new canopy, and The Pickle Dog. It's finally here! Greg was #1 in line for the much-anticipated Pickle Dog. Is it worth the wait? Magic Kingdom's Jungle Cruise is offline until October. Epcot CommuniCore Hall: CommuniCore Hall is closed for Epcot Food and Wine preparations. It's Princess Week at Walt Disney World and Disney Cruise Lines: a first look at the maiden voyage and...
2024-08-281h 01Sams Disney DiaryExciting Disney Announcements! This Week at Walt Disney World August 14, 2024August 14, 2024—This Week at Walt Disney World. Greg and Sam are talking about the Park Announcement from the D23 Ultimate Fan Event. Josh D'Amaro unveiled a wave of exciting news for Disney parks, cruise ships, and beyond. Let's dig into all of the projects Highlights include: Four New Disney Cruise Ships: Expanding Disney Cruise Line's fleet with new ships by 2031. Monsters, Inc. Land: A new land at Disney's Hollywood Studios with a suspended coaster experience. Cars Expansion: A reimagined Cars-themed area at Magic Kingdom with exciting new attractions. Villains Land: A new area at Magic Kingdom dedicated to Disney Vi...
2024-08-141h 07Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World July 24th, 2024 -Previewing the D23 Ultimate Disney Fan EventPreviewing the D23 Ultimate Disney Fan Event This week, Greg and Sam take a closer look at the highly anticipated D23 Ultimate Disney Fan Event! What are we hoping to hear? Join our hosts as they dive into the event's exciting lineup, the guest appearances, and the upcoming Disney movies, TV shows, and attractions we can expect. Whether you're a lifelong Disney fan or new to the magic, this episode is your ultimate guide to the D23 Ultimate Disney Fan Event. Don't miss it – tune in to "This Week at Walt Disney World" and let the enchantment begin! ...
2024-07-251h 11Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World (July, 17th, 2024)This Week, the Country Bear Musical Jamboree Hits the stage at Magic Kingdom, D23 Ultimate Disney Fan Event Panel Selection, Dole Whip Day, NASCAR Inspired "Cars", Descendants the Rise of Red Merchandise, Greg heads to Disney Springs and outside the parks.. All that and more, This Week at Walt Disney World, Live with Sam and Greg. https://www.youtube.com/live/0Vmo3rytwNU?si=sLsLeaSQWKsAmmQF
2024-07-181h 07Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World (July 10, 2024)This Week at Walt Disney World! 4th of July Surprises, Eat to the Beat Concert Lineup, Custom Character Headbands at Disney Springs, Disney Dream updates, New haunted Mansion Merch and more details from the Country Bears... Opening July 17th at Magic Kingdom. Join Sam and Greg every Wednesday Night for "The Week at Walt Disney World!" https://www.youtube.com/live/z_2_YP7GJOU?si=jWbHGJhTMiItQw5R
2024-07-111h 02Sams Disney DiaryHUGE Week at Walt Disney World (June 12, 2024)🎉 Welcome to This Week at Walt Disney World! 🎉 This week has been packed with incredible updates: * Tiana's Bayou Adventure Previews: Dive into the magic with our first look! * Epcot Transformation - It's a Wrap - CommuniCore Hall & Plaza are now open, featuring a new counter service location and exciting entertainment. * Hollywood Studios Highlights: Joy has arrived, along with the new Pizza Planet Popcorn Buckets and Slinky Dog Sipper Cups. Animal Kingdom Eats: Lion King 30 Food offerings. And that's just the beginning! 📅 Join Sam & Greg every Wednesday at 9 PM ET for all the latest Disney news and more. Don't miss out!...
2024-06-131h 00Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World (June 5, 2024)Almost There... Previews of Tiana's Bayou Adventure have started!!! Greg's Merch Minute - Tiana's Tiaras, Tiana's Merch and Tiana's Food. Mickey and Friends sneak peak, new murals at Communicore, a Dance Party at Hollywood Studios, a new DVC Resort and what are we watching on Disney+? Hint: Muppets, Beach and Star Wars. Be sure to Join Sam and Greg Live for This Week at Walt Disney World LIVE. Wednesday's 9:00east Youtube https://www.youtube.com/live/XdCSOWOh9_g?si=OFZUnddcd1ia4U3c
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Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World (May 29, 2024)Join Sam and Greg for an enchanting journey into Disney history as they pay tribute to the legendary Sherman Brothers, "Walt's Boys." This special episode revisits the classic "Disney Family Album" series from the 1980s. Memorial Day 2024 approaches, we'll explore the heartfelt Tiana's Bayou Adventure Memorial Day Tribute, Wilderness Lodge's Celebrates it's 30th anniversary. Looking ahead, what's coming to Disney+ and what's coming to Disney Parks in June!!! LOTS!! Tune in for all this and more on "This Week at Walt Disney World." Don't miss it! Youtube https://www.youtube.com/live/wBCcbdM570c?si=d...
2024-05-301h 14Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World with Sam and Greg (May 22, 2024)May 22, 2024 This week, Memorial Day decorations in Town Square, Ice Cream Merch hits the parks, Mulan returns to Epcot, Tiana's is getting oh so close, Disney 90s at Typhon Lagoon, Disney Dreams that Soar drone show starts this week, (Greg is already on the waiting), cast member previews starting at CommiuniCore Hall Mickey and Friends, Communicore Plaza getting dressed for Encanto, . And a special report from Splash Mountain, 1989 - Earnest Goes to Splash Mountain. Be sure to join us Every Wednesday at 9:00pm Eastern. https://youtube.com/live/CfBzIA8SM...
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Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World LIVE! with Sam & Greg. (May 15, 2024)May 15, 2024 - This Week at Walt Disney World! Live with Sam and Greg Tiana's Opening Day, how can you be among the first to experience the newest Wat Disney World attraction? Disney Dreams Drone Show coming to Disney Springs, Communicore Hall and Plaza looking absolutely amazing, we have the pictures! Magic Kingdom Carrousel and Rocket Town plaza see some love, and DAS changes are stirring up the Buzz!!! We have Questions? Join us LIVE with Your Questions! May 15, 2024 and Every Wednesday at 9pm east! https://youtube.com/live/zp6es5O40_k
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Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World LIVE! with Sam & Greg. (May 8, 2024)May the 4th Must Have Merch, Greg is a Top-Nose Whiff-Sistant, Disneyland Drops a Ticket Deal, Star Wars Lego rebuilds the galaxy, The Simpsons Celebrate Maty the 12th,and we are officially #HalfwaytoHalloween with all the details you need to know. All that and more this week on "This Week at Walt Disney World" with Sam and Greg! https://www.youtube.com/live/nqn4lLXrias?si=Ck3e1nBn51DyTWGQ
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Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World LIVE! With Sam & Greg (May 1, 2024)May 1, 2024 Happy 35th Birthday Hollywood Studios!!! Smellephants are on Parade, Rapunzel is literally painting in Magic Kingdom, Tiana details falling into place, Greg gets a sneak peak at the new Fort Wilderness cabins, Epcot's 35th Anniversary "moment" and a new Passholder lounge Magnet at Epcot. All this week on "This Week at Walt Disney World". Join Sam and Greg this week and Every Wednesday 9:00pm East! https://youtube.com/live/ZTdcde4u6rA
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Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World LIVE!! with Sam and GregFor the Week of April 24th 2024: Disney Parks Celebrate Earth Day, Animal Kingdoms Anniversary, Zootopia characters, Smellephants, DVC Moonlight Magic Merchandise, Tigers, Octopus and Greg has the latest merch direct from the parks. Join us tonight at 9pm east. https://youtube.com/live/dfVMx3MhPVY
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Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World LIVE!! with Sam and GregJoin Sam and Greg live this week and every Wednesday for the latest from excitement at Walt Disney World! This week, new Star Tours destinations premier, the latest merchandise including Snow White Kate Spade collection and Dooney & Bourke Disney Dogs. Plus, get closer to Tiana's Bayou Adventure, the reopening of character dining at 1900 Park Fare, Earth Month begins, Lollipop Merch, and more updates from Epcot! https://youtube.com/live/rhYvZ5jRL1M
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Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World LIVE!! with Sam and GregJoin Sam and Greg live this week and every Wednesday for the latest from excitement at Walt Disney World! This week, new Star Tours destinations premier, the latest merchandise including Snow White Kate Spade collection and Dooney & Bourke Disney Dogs. Plus, get closer to Tiana's Bayou Adventure, the reopening of character dining at 1900 Park Fare, Earth Month begins, Lollipop Merch, and more updates from Epcot! https://youtube.com/live/rhYvZ5jRL1M
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Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World LIVE! With Sam and GregWednesday March 3, 2024. Join Sam and Greg as they bring you the latest updates from Walt Disney World! This week, discover new critters at Tiana's Bayou, explore Communicore Hall and Plaza Entertainment offerings, and the latest lighting tests at World Celebration Garden. Don't miss out on all the excitement happening at the most magical place on earth https://youtube.com/live/FgnGSHR9RC4?feature=share
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Sams Disney DiaryThrowback Thursday: Disney's Easter Day Parade Rewind & Rewatch with Sam and Greg Live!Join Sam and Greg Live for a special Thursday night edition as "This Week at Walt Disney World" was an extra special dose of Disney nostalgia! Travel back in time with us to 1993 as we rewatch the Walt Disney World Happy Easter Parade, filled with characters, floats, performances and a look at the newly opening "Splash Mountain" But that's not all! Alongside our trip down memory lane, we'll cover the latest Disney Parks news and updates. So grab your Mickey ears, cozy up with your favorite Disney plush, and join us for a night of...
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Sams Disney DiaryDisney Wednesday Night Live with Sam and Greg!🎉 Join Sam and Greg LIVE for This Week at Walt Disney World March 20, 2024 🎉 Spring has sprung at Walt Disney World, and we're here to bring you all the latest magic straight from the heart of the Happiest Place on Earth! Get ready for an exclusive sneak peek into the highly anticipated 2024 D23 Ultimate Fan Event. We'll unveil the thrilling details, including the star-studded lineup and the prestigious 2024 Class of Disney Legends! Exciting news for Disneyland fans! New "The Princess and the Frog" themed shops are on their way to Disneyland. Speaking of surprises, Patrick Warburton, the vo...
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Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World: Wednesday Night Live! with Sam and Greg!Welcome to "This Week at Walt Disney World: Wednesday Night Live!" Join hosts Sam, SamsDisneyDiary and Greg, TheFunaticsBlog as they bring the magic of Walt Disney World to life in an interactive live show. Every Wednesday night, tune in for the latest updates, insider tips, and adventures from the most magical place on earth. From new attractions and special events, Sam and Greg have got you covered. Whether you're a seasoned Disney fanatic or planning your first trip, "This Week at Walt Disney World: Wednesday Night Live!" is your one-stop destination for all things Disney. So grab your Mickey...
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Sams Disney DiarySam and Greg Live: This Week's Walt Disney World Highlights | Wednesday Night LIVE!!Get ready to dive into the latest happenings at Walt Disney World! 🏰✨ Join hosts Sam and Greg for an exclusive look at Walt Disney World This Week March 6, 2024. 🌼 Explore the blooming wonders of the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival OFFICIALLY OPENED! 🐣 Experience the magic of Easter at Walt Disney World, including the easter eggs at the Grand Cottage at the Grand Floridian! 🚂 Get an exciting sneak peek of the Tiana Bayou Adventure Ride vehicles, now in full view at Magic Kingdom! 🏰 And a report from the House of Mouse Expo Tune in This Wed...
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Sams Disney Diary2024 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Opening Night LIVE!Experience the enchantment of the 2024 Epcot International 0Flower and Garden Festival's Opening Night with Sam and Greg! Tune in live at 9pm, Wednesday February 28th as we bring you the Epcot Fireworks "Luminous: The Symphony of US". Then, join us as we explore the Epcot topiaries at Night and stroll through the captivating new World Celebration Garden. Don't miss it! https://youtube.com/live/4G_dSl5vJwU
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Sams Disney DiaryPizza Merch, Hydraulics, & Flower Fest Prep! Join Sam and Greg Live Wednesday Feb 21, 2024Join us for an exciting episode of This Week at Walt Disney World! We'll showcase the latest happenings at Walt Disney World, including the Pizza Merchandise Collection, the opening of Hydraulics counter service at Hollywood Studios, and Epcot's preparations for the 2024 Flower and Garden Festival. Get a sneak peek at the new garden kitchens, topiaries (including Figment in World Celebration Garden), and exclusive merchandise. Tune in live with hosts Sam and Greg on Wednesday Night Live for all the latest updates and join the conversation! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nj__ff2U88M
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Sams Disney DiaryDisney Magic: Live with Sam and Greg! Mardi Gras, Easter Treats, Bayou Adventures, & More!February 14, 2024. Join us for the latest episode of "This Week at Walt Disney World, Live with Sam and Greg." This week: Mardi Gras transforms Port Orleans into a lively celebration; Donald Easter Popcorn Bucket is coming. Tiana's Bayou Adventure update and indulge in Tian'a Famos Beignets at Magic Kingdom. Flower and Garden is beginning to bloom at Epcot; over at Hollywood Studios, hydraulics signage is up. And, of course, no Disney experience is complete without a visit to the merchandise shops, where you can snag exclusive pins and other treasures to commemorate your magical adventure. https://youtube.co...
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Sams Disney DiaryArtistic Odyssey: Sam and Greg's Live Journey Through EPCOT Festival of Arts 2024Join Sam and Greg on a vibrant journey through the EPCOT Festival of the Arts 2024, where imagination meets innovation in a celebration of creativity. In this immersive podcast experience, we walk thorugh the enchanting world of EPCOT as it transforms into a canvas for artistic expression during the 2024 Epcot International Festival of the Arts. Be sure to check Sam's Disney Diary Festiavl of Arts Playlist for more details https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbkUbzn2JuEi5IeoFlwsm6k7sBVU-emXp
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Sams Disney DiaryGoodbye Country Bears and More This Week at Walt Disney WorldJoin Sam and Greg Live on "This Week at Walt Disney World" for all the latest updates! Farewell to the beloved Country Bear Jamboree, Hei Hei AP magnet debuting at Epcot, and changes coming at the Walt Disney World Boardwalk Resort. Plus, new walls in Epcot? more character greetings, and a plethora of new merchandise! On the West Coast, Pixar Hotel. opens at Disneyland. Join us live every Wednesday for all the magic and excitement! https://www.youtube.com/live/0bZQbaoL_GQ?si=x4tkre0gCSRvUoWA
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Sams Disney DiaryEpcot Festival of the Arts 2024, what to know before you go!Join Sam and Greg as they share their experiences from the thrilling opening weekend of the Epcot Festival of the Arts. Brace yourself for live Q&A sessions, and gain valuable insights into what you should be aware of before immersing yourself in the enchanting events unfolding at Walt Disney World this week! https://www.youtube.com/live/drzxYKuVZRo?si=fR5Ju8A4gimh2vZ1
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Sams Disney Diary2024 Epcot Festival of the Arts 2024 Preview LIVE!!!🌟 Wednesday Night Live with Sam and Greg: Disney Delights! 🌟 Join us on January 10, 2024, at 9 pm EST for a magical edition of Wednesday Night Live! This week at Walt Disney World: 🎨 Epcot Festival of Arts Preview, Country Beans, Bayou Adventure, a New Star Wars Movie, and that and Greg's Magical Merch Minute this week on Wednesday Night Live, this week at Walt Disney World https://www.youtube.com/live/Y8e0nEQCj4g?si=1tRi91jr7pYzm319
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Sams Disney DiaryTop 10 Most Anticipated Disney Parks Events for 2024!! Sam and Greg Live!Mark your calendars on January 3, 2024, 9 PM Eastern! Join Sam and Greg LIVE! as they unveil the highly anticipated countdown of the Top 10 Disney Parks Events for 2024! 🏰✨ Share your thoughts, and see if you agree with their picks. It's going to be an epic night filled with Disney wonders! Don't miss out—set a reminder and join us for this enchanting live event on January 3rd! 🕘🔮 Join us Every Wednesday at 9pm East. https://youtube.com/live/rpXL2buvcDY
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Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World - December 20, 2023 - Good to Go!Greg and Sam are "Good-to-Go" this week without a park reservation. Updates are coming to the Voyage of the Little Mermaid at Hollywood Studios. Summer House is open, there is a new baby elephant at Animal Kingdom, and we look back at the first televised Walt Disney World Christmas Day parade 40 years ago in 1983. Goin US LIVE!!! This Wednesday and every Wednesday at 9:00pm EST. https://youtube.com/live/JiIqqCF9-Vw
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Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World - December 13, 2023Join the dynamic duo Greg and Sam this week as they delve into the enchanting world of Epcot's new World Celebration Garden and unravel the details of 'Luminous: The Symphony of Us.' It's a magical Wednesday night filled with Disney wonders, insider insights, and all the excitement you need to kickstart your weekend. Join us for the ultimate LIVE FUNatics experience!" https://youtube.com/live/90VaZv_ZfGw
2023-12-131h 10
Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World - December 6, 2023 - Luminous the Symphony of UsSPECIAL REPORT!!! LIVE FROM EPCOT! Witness the all-new Epcot Fireworks Luminous - The Symphony of Us! With the All-new display of light, music, and storytelling, this extraordinary event promises to elevate the Epcot Experience. Join Greg and Sam Live, on location at Epcot! 9:00pm east, Fireworks at 9:30. https://youtube.com/live/bLPqN8JPfvY
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Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World - November 22, 2023Join us LIVE! for the FUNatics News Diary, 9 pm Eastern November 22, and Every Wednesday! We've got the scoop on the latest Disney Parks News. 🎂 Celebrate the iconic Mickey Mouse as he turns 95. The holiday season has officially arrived at Epcot, we have all the updates including new merchandise locations. More Gingerbread houses have been unveiled, here's looking at you Boardwalk! Does Greg go to Universal? Greg and Sam seek to uncover the best Thanksgiving meal at Walt Disney World. 🍗🍂 From classic favorites to hidden gems, they'll guide you through the ultimate dining experience to make your Thank...
2023-11-221h 09
Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World - November 15, 2023Welcome, to Wednesday Night Live with the FUNatics. This week, we unwrap the enchantment of the Holiday Season at the most magical place on Earth! Walt Disney World! This past weekend was truly enchanting, filled with festive delights! From the festivities of Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party to the dazzling debut of Hollywood Studios' Jollywood Nights, the season's magic was in full swing. Disney Springs added to the enchantment with the grand opening of the Christmas Tree Stroll, where each tree sparkled with Disney holiday charm. To top it all off, we had the incredible opportunity to be part...
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Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World - November 11, 2023Join us, Sam and Greg, Live on November 8th at 9 pm East! 🌟 The most magical time of the year has officially arrived at Walt Disney World, and you're invited to a live show like no other! Join Greg and Sam as we kick off the holiday season in grand style, bringing joy and wonder to all ages. The magic, the lights, the festive cheer - it's all here! Greg has an exclusive look at the latest holiday decorations and merchandise that landed THIS WEEK!!! https://youtube.com/live/_flXl75ERtg
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Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World 2023 WDW Holiday Preview and So Much MORE!This week and Walt Disney World? We are gearing up for the holidays and visiting all the parks!!! Join Sam and Greg LIVE!!! https://youtube.com/live/E_t9B4tVjxM
2023-10-251h 06
Sams Disney DiaryThis week at Walt Disney World, October 18, 2023This week at Walt Disney World! October 18th, 2023 LIVE! Join Sam and Greg for the latest Disney Parks News! Disney Company Celebrated 100 Years, With Once Upon a Studio, Journey of Water Inspired by Moana officially opens. Disney Springs Art Walk, Stop by the Disney Ticket Center, and New Holiday Merchandise, including Star Wars Holiday Merch? Discounted Light Sabers at Disney Springs, New Plush, New Pins, and more character sightings. https://youtube.com/live/-yLo7JUbisY
2023-10-181h 06
Sams Disney DiaryThis Week at Walt Disney World - October 11, 2023This week at Walt Disney World: Piggy Goes Missing, Figment/Haunted Mansion, Festival of Holidays, Pluto's Pumpkin, Muppets, Frozen treats, and so much more!!! Join Sam and Greg LIVE!!!! https://youtube.com/live/BXwjJ4YbeRA
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Sams Disney DiaryThis week at Walt Disney World - October 4, 2023Join us live! Greg and Sam talk about a New DVC, a Magic Kingdom Construction Update, Activities outside of the parks, two new merchandise lines, Ashoka thoughts, and saying goodbye to a friend we hardly knew... https://youtube.com/live/zKb-V4fd7w8
2023-10-041h 12
Sams Disney DiaryFunatics News Diary. A new Adventure with Sam and Greg - This Week at Walt Disney WorldFunatics News Diary is a weekly look at the latest news and information from Disney Parks and beyond. Featuring Greg from thefunaticsblog.com and Sam from SamsDisneyDiary. Like to Youtube video https://youtube.com/live/yVncEZcNCVk?feature=share
2023-09-271h 06
Sams Disney DiaryGuardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind Full Galaxarium Loop | Epcot | Wonders of Xandar LoopAccording to backstory, Peter Quill, AKA, Star-Lord, once visited EPCOT as a child in the 1980s. He loved the experience so much that he suggested Walt Disney Word's Epcot would be the perfect place for Xandarians to connect with Terrans. Xandarians are from the planet Xandar in the Andrama Galaxy, and Terrans being their word for humans on our planet Earth. That Peter Quill suggestion resulted in the first other-world showcase pavilion at Walt Disney World's Epcot "The Wonders of Xandar." The Wonders of Xandar Pavilion is located in Epcot's World Discovery and features three main sections:
2022-05-211h 00Sams Disney DiaryWalt Disney World | 50th Anniversary | Merchandise | Flower and Garden Festival Collection | FigmentNew updates to Epcot's Flower and Garden Festival Merchandise are on the way, check them out this time on Sam's Disney Diary. Figment's Garden Collection: Figment shares his love of all things purple – including beets! – with an imaginative new line of wares that celebrate the springtime harvest. These creative purple pieces will launch later on during the festival. Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Collection: Decked out in dapper ensembles, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse are ready for a stroll in the garden! Find an array of new items featuring whimsical artwork inspired by the festival.
2022-05-0804 minSams Disney DiaryHalfway to Halloween 2022 | Disney Parks | Sam's Disney News | Walt Disney World | Disneyland | DCLSpringtime weather is perfect for the Epcot Internal Flower and Garden Festival, it's also the perfect time to celebrate Disney's halfway to Halloween. The now annual event highlights Disney and Disney Park announcements for the upcoming Halloween season. This year promises to be bigger than ever, with fan favorites like Mickey's No-So-Scary Halloween party returning to Walt Disney World Resort, The Oogie Boogie bash at Disneyland, and updates to the Disney Cruise Lines Halloween on the High Seas event. And it all ties back to Disney Investor Day 2020, when Sean Baily President of Disney Studio Motion Pictures, Announced the follow-up...
2022-05-0206 minSams Disney DiaryEpcot Flower and Garden Festival 2022 | United Kingdom Garden Reception | Live Background MusicI have been extremely fortunate to be able to participate in select media events at Walt Disney World. Collecting content and interviews to share with you! And I am grateful for your support in watching and subscribing to this channel. Every once in a while, those media events include a "special reception". For the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival, 2022 festival 2022 media was treated to Garden Reception in the United Kingdom Pavilion of Epcot's World Showcase. That reception includes background music from some of the most talented entertainers I've seen in some time. While most consider them...
2022-04-041h 08Sams Disney DiaryEpcot Flower and Garden Festival 2022 | Walt Disney World | Chef Kevin | Outdoor KitchensLet your taste buds blossom with the fresh flavors of the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival Outdoor Kitchens. Chef Kevin gives us the highlights of the 2022 Festival, this time on Sam's Disney Diary. https://youtu.be/KDQDjc3m9xE
2022-03-1207 minSams Disney DiaryThe Muppets a Celebration of 30 Years | 30th Anniversary Special | 1986 | Jim Henson | Frank OzThe Muppets: A Celebration of 30 Years. The CBS Special Presentation featured Jim Henson's Muppets, recounting the History of… The Muppets. Originally Aired January 21, 1986, the special is a celebration of all things Muppets featuring Muppets from The Muppet Show, Sesame Street, Sam and Friends, and Fraggle Rock. The Muppets are hosting a banquet to celebrate the 30th anniversary and present a retrospective of Muppet film and television appearances. The show starts with a montage of Muppet clips celebrating the first 30 years of Muppets (1955-1985). From Sam and Friends in 1957, the Jimmy Dean Show in 1963, Ed Sullivan Show in 1968, Cher Show 1975, an...
2022-02-1848 minSams Disney DiaryEpcot Festival of the Arts 2022 | Sam's Disney News | Disney News | Walt Disney World FestivalThe Epcot Festival of the Arts 2022, the 39-day log festival features, chefs, showcase dishes inspired by art movements, visual masterpieces come to life and Broadway stars sing beloved show tunes in a celebration of performance art that's sure to captivate festivalgoers as only Disney can. https://youtu.be/4MBPbDDnwGI
2022-01-1008 minSams Disney DiaryBeacons of Magic | Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary | Sam's Disney Diary | Sam's Disney News | WDWWalt Disney World's 50th Anniversary, "The World's Most Magical Celebration," has begun. The 18 month-long event brings new attractions, nighttime spectaculars, and other magical experiences to Walt Disney World resort. Shining at the center of it all is Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom Park, welcoming guests with gleaming gold bunting, sparkling golden embellishments. During the 50th-anniversary celebration, all of Walt Disney World's theme parks icons transform at night into Beacons of Magic, each coming to life with their unique EARidescent glow. Cinderella Castle illuminates Magic Kingdom Park with a dazzling radiance and pixie-dust sparkle. At Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park...
2021-10-0507 minSams Disney DiarySam's Disney News | Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary | October 2021 | Remy's Ratatouille AdventureOn October 1, 1971, Walt Disney World Resort officially opened to guests for the first time, the culmination of years spent imagining, planning, and developing Walt Disney's magical dream. In the five decades since The Most Magical Place on Earth continued to expand with new stories and characters and memories to cherish for a lifetime. And now for its 50th anniversary, the resort welcomes guests to "The World's Most Magical Celebration." With Disney cast members at the heart of this milestone celebration, the 18-month event beginning October 1, 2021, ushers in a spectacular array of new attractions, nighttime spectaculars and so much more...
2021-10-0209 minSams Disney DiaryDisney News | Sam's Disney News | June 2021 | Sam's Disney DiarySummer is here, and Walt Disney World continues to open additional dining experiences and attractions, including Character dining at Chef Mickey's, reintroduces the famous all-you-care-to-enjoy dinner starring the Fab Five. Over at the EPCOT Resort area, the Cape May Café at Disney's Beach Club Resort has reopened, and at Animal Kingdom, the Tusker House Restaurant is taking reservations Speaking of Animal Kingdom. The Festival of the Lion King is back at Walt Disney World's Animal Kingdom. The show has a few changes, all with safety protocols in mind – the Celebration of the Festival of the Lion King continues to com...
2021-06-0205 minSams Disney DiaryThe Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh | Walt Disney World vs Disneyland | Side by Side CompareAn attraction based on Winnie the Pooh dates back to 1977 and the "Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh" Animated feature. Imagineers made multiple attempts to bring pooh Bear to Disneyland – but Pooh Bear didn't make the cut for Disneyland's new fantasyland in 1983 or Mickey's Toon town in 1993. In fact, Roger Rabbit's cartoon spin was based on a "spinnable" honey pot designed for a Winnie the Pooh attraction that never happened. A resurgence in Pooh's popularity in the mid-1990s, and the New Adventures of Winnie the Pooh animated series, led to the development of a Winnie the Pooh...
2021-05-2213 minSams Disney DiaryDisney News | Sam's Disney News | May 2021 | Sam's Disney DiaryDisneyland Is OPEN!!! Avengers campus is set to open on June 4th. The highly anticipated addition to Disney California Adventure Park is a fully immersive land inviting you to team up with the Avengers and their allies and live out your superhero dreams Over a Disneyland, the Haunted Mansion has undergone some ghostly improvements while the park was quiet. Including A lavish landscape adorning the dearly departed pets outside. While inside, you may notice a new design along the portrait hallway. Including the addition of one of the mansion's origin portrait known as "April to December. " Over at King...
2021-05-0307 minSams Disney DiarySci-Fi Dine-In Theater RestaurantWalt Disney World is full of unique dining options, and while Disney Hollywood Studios may not have as many sit-down locations as other Disney parks, it sure has some of the most unusual places. One of my favorites, the Sci-Fi Dine-in Theater. Be sure to check the latest menu, which includes some of the best burgers around, but the real treat here in the Hollywood Hills Drive-in Movie theater. Walt Disney World is full of unique dining options, and while Disney Hollywood Studios may not have as many sit-down locations as other Disney parks, it sure has some of...
2021-05-0149 minSams Disney DiaryWalt Disney World: Pop Century Resort: Official Shadow Box Tour (2014)With over 25 resorts, Walt Disney World has something for everyone. No matter what your price range, you're sure to find theming and an immersive environment. Each resort has its own unique charm, and some have exclusive activities. When it comes to value resorts, Disney's Pop Century is my favorite; it's a nostalgic look at the unforgettable fads of the 1950s through the 1990s. The Disney Skyliner station connection the resort and Art of Animation to the Carriean Beach Station, continuing to Disney Hollywood Studios or Epcot isn't a bad addition at all When you checked in, did you notic...
2021-04-0739 minSams Disney DiaryDisney News | Sam's Disney News | April 2021 | Sam's Disney DiaryThis time on SamsDisneyNews Disneyland is set to open, Make sure you have a valid park ticket, a park pass, and are a California resident. Get the latest at Disneyland.com/update Multi-Year Planning https://wp.me/p99IdZ-cm1 The first phase of Mobile magic has rolled out a Walt Disney World https://thedisneynerdspodcast.com/2021/03/30/disney-magicmobile-option-launches-on-apple-devices-how-to-get-started-for-contactless-walt-disney-world-park-entry/ Florida will be able to get a Walt Disney World 50th anniversary license plate for your Florida registered vehicle. https://wp.me/p99IdZ-cfI Remy's Ratatouille Adventure has an official opening date of October 1, 2021 – Walt Disney Word's 50th Anniversary. Also debuting Oct. 1 in th...
2021-04-0508 minSams Disney DiaryDisney News | Sam's Disney News | March 2021 | Sam's Disney Diary | Epcot Flower & Garden FestivalThis Time on SamsDisneyNews (March 2021) Disney World 2021 Update Walt Disney World's 50th Anniversary: The World's Most Magical Celebration. Epcot transformation continues with Six flags flanking spaceship earth, each representing an original EPCOT icon. Disney World 50th World Showcase lagoon adds a six-story tall central ring structure, part of the new "Harmonious" nighttime speculator coming to Epcot in time for the anniversary The liberty bell made its way back to the Rivers of America. Raya and the Last Dragon gets a 40-ton sand sculpture at Disney's Animal Kingdom, through the end of March 2021 Ranger the 4-month old white-rhino café made h...
2021-03-0806 minSams Disney DiaryOnce Upon a Time (Walt Disney World Cinderella Castle Projection Show)Once Upon a Time (Walt Disney World Cinderella Castle Projection Show) In 2011, The Magic, The Memories and You ushered in the age of projection mapping using Cinderella's Castle as a canvas. The original show featured images of guests from throughout the day – It debuted in 2011 and was updated in 2012 with "Celebrate the Magic", both previously featured on SamsDisneyDiary. The Current Projection Show "Once Upon a Time" made its debut in 2016. Based on a similar nighttime show at Tokyo Disneyland. The show is a bedtime story told by Mrs. Potts to her son Chip. Mrs. Potts recounts cherished moments in Di...
2021-03-0215 minSams Disney DiaryDisneyland Golden Horseshoe Revue (Full Show 2017)The Golden Horseshoe Revue was an opening day attraction at Disneyland in 1955. Did you know, the first performance took place the day before Disneyland's official opening, to celebrate Walt and Lillian's 30th wedding anniversary. The Golden Horseshoe has a long history of entertainment, with the first original show running until October 1986. Other versions included a Variety Show, Billy Hill, and the Hillbilies, and Woody's Round-up to celebrate the opening of Toy Story 2 in 1999. The video in this edition of SamsDisneyDiary is from my personal collection and was recorded in 2017. The Golden Horseshoe Revue was an opening day attraction at Dis...
2021-02-2715 minSams Disney DiaryWalt Disney's Enchanted Tiki RoomThere is nothing better than a Disney attraction with ties to Walt Disney himself. First premiering at Disneyland in 1963, the Enchanted Tiki room was an opening day attraction at Walt Disney World in 1971. The Disneyland version was the first attraction to feature audio-animatronics, the foundation for the Disney 1964 World's Fair attractions. The Walt Disney World version of the attraction was an identical show, with a different pre-show, the Tropical Serenade. There are over 150 talking, singing, and dancing birds, flowers, tiki drummers, and tiki totem poles—all singing the signature "The Tiki Tiki Tiki Room song" by the Sherman brothe...
2021-02-2619 minSams Disney DiaryStar Wars a Galaxy Far Far Away… (2019) If you visited Walt Disney World Hollywood Studios after the last Star Wars weekend (2016), and before the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge you may have stumbled into A Galaxy Far Far Away stage show. This 15-minute stage show covers the cinematic star wars universe, with some special guest appearances. And it's this episode of SamsDisneyDiary.
2021-02-2515 minSams Disney DiaryDVC Moonlight Magic Blast FireworksThere are lots of perks associated with being a Disney Vacation Club Member. Maybe one of the coolest is being able to attend DVC Moonlight Magic. It's an after-hours in-park event, available to DVC members at no cost. Events have historically taken place in each Walt Disney World Park, including the water parks and Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park in Anaheim. Think of it as a hard ticketed event where the ticket is complimentary to DVC members, assuming you can get one. You'll need to watch the DVC member page for announcements. Typically, registration is available to gue...
2021-02-1311 minSams Disney DiaryDisney News | Sam's Disney News | January 2021 | Sam's Disney DiarySam's Disney News Roundup for January 2021 - All the news is coming from Walt Disney World this month. Magic Kingdom • Cinderella Castle features a royal new look at Magic Kingdom Park, welcoming guests for the perfect portrait as they seek out classic attractions. Epcot • The Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Arts now through February 22, 2021. inviting guests to experience an expansive selection of visual, performance, and culinary arts. • The Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival blooms March 3 with the freshest flowers and flavors from around the world, including cuisine, creative gardens, and unforgettable topiaries. • New Entrance Fountain welcomes...
2021-01-2507 minSams Disney DiaryRocking Festival Of The Arts With Lebendig!!The Epcot International Festival of the Arts 2020 has plenty of reasons to join the celebration, with visual art displays across the park, Disney on Broadway, food studios, artful photo ops, family fun, living statues, and 3 new Epcot films at the Land, France, and Canada… What more could you be after? How about a German band, no… a real German rock band “Lebendig”, imported from their German tour for a 6-week limited engagement. The band has been around four and a half years, playing over 40 concerts a year in Germany, winning the Hessian Rock and Pop Prize in 2017. Featured duri...
2020-01-1021 min
Sams Disney DiaryDisney Villains Unite the Night#NowMoreThanEver: Summer 2019 is the perfect time to visit Walt Disney World. The Mickey & Minnie Surprise Celebration is happening at Magic Kingdom; Incredible Celebration including the amazing Jack Jack Cookie NumNums at Hollywood Studios along with Lightning McQueen Racing Academy and a new projection show celebrating 90 years of animation; Animal Kingdom has a new “Hakuna Matata Time Dance Party” and updated Tree of Life projections and a New Rivers of Life: “We Are One” nighttime show featuring Disney characters. This summer is also your last chance to catch Epcot’s Illuminations Reflections of Earth before it’s gone forever, most summer offerings...
2019-06-1437 min
Sams Disney DiaryLightning McQueen's Racking AcademyNew for the summer of 2019 just past the Rock and Roller Coaster in the Sunset Showplace you’ll find Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy. The courtyard outside the academy is a perfect spot to get a picture with Cruz Ramirez and the Piston Cup. Don’t forget to check your times guide for DJs dance party –“DJ’s Ready! Set! Party Time!” where you gather around DJ for Cars-inspired dances and games. Then cruise on inside for the Racing Academy. The Academy premiered on March 31, 2018. The show lasts about 10 minutes, inviting guests into the world of Pixar animated, “Cars”, where you become a rook...
2019-05-2017 min
Sams Disney DiaryMaps of the Disney ParksMaps of the Disney Parks – A 143-page hardcover book from Disney Editions that traces the history of Disney Parks through maps, but not your standard park map. The book features: concept art, maps for things that never happened, attraction maps providing a real history lesson of Disney Parks. From the pre-opening day, original concepts of Disneyland and the latest concept maps, “Maps of the Disney Parks” is a Disney historian must have reference. From maps of Tom Sawyer Island, Pirates of the Caribbean, It’s a Small World, to preview maps of Nature’s Wonderland, EPCOT Center and Typhoon Lagoon, I...
2017-12-291h 09
Sams Disney Diary5th Day of Christmas: World of Color CelebrateOn the fifth day of Christmas, Sam’s Disney Diary gave to me. Disney California Adventure World of Color – Season of Light! Classic Holiday music, dancing fountains and dazzling lights shine in the all-new sparking winter fantasy. Experience the spectacular celebration featuring Disney Pixar characters in a treasury of heartwarming scenes as it illuminates the joyful spirit of peace and good will to all. Thanks for watching and listening to SamsDisneyDiary. Be sure to check out all 12 days of Christmas with the 12 Days of Christmas playlist. Subscribe to the YouTube channel and be sure to che...
2016-12-0427 min
Sams Disney Diary4th Day of Christmas: Holiday Trolley ShowLike Disneyland’s main street USA, there is something magical about a walk down Main Street. While different than Disneyland, Walt Disney world Main Street has a charm all its own… it starts with the daily welcome show. The welcome sow is extended onto Main Street with the Main Street Trolley Show. Several times each morning, the citizens of Main Street perform a song a dance routine at various locations along Main Street. While the shows take place daily, there are special sessional performances including a Holiday Show. Sometimes timing is everything, and there is nothing better than...
2016-11-2705 min
Sams Disney Diary30: Star Wars Weekend 2013I was lucky enough to overlap my early summer 2013 trip to Walt Disney World with Star Wars Weekends. I covered Star Wars Weekends at Disney Hollywood Studios in detail last year; in fact, l dedicated two full video episodes of Sam’s Disney Diary. The first one focused on the Legends of the Force Motorcade (#14), and the second video on Hyper Space Hoopla (#15). So rather than rehash everything, I’ll focus on what’s new for 2013. You can find all of the details in my Star Wars Weekend 2012 Blog with both videos here. The biggest difference from 2012 to 2013 is...
2013-07-2854 min
Sams Disney DiaryStar Wars Weekend 2012 - Legends of the Force Motorcade Walt Disney World – Hollywood Studios – Star Wars Weekend, it just keeps getting bigger every year, and 2012 saw a quantum leap in changes. Updates this year (2012) include: Hyperspace Hoopla and the Padawan Mind Challenge moved to the “Event Stage”, in front of the Sorcerer Hat. Event Merchandise relocated to “Darth’s Mall” located in the courtyard between Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster and the Tower of Terror… (the Courtyard, otherwise known as a cast member parking lot). The new Carbon Freeze Me Experience at the Carbon Freeze Chamber in ABC Sound Studio (Take that Sounds Dangerous) and new snac...
2012-06-1023 min
Sams Disney DiaryStorybook Circus (Phase 1) & Fantasyland Construction (March 2012)Welcome to Sam's Disney Diary Episode #10 -- Storybook Circus (Phase 1) and Fantasyland Construction (as of March 13, 2012) Since the original announcement of the Walt Disney World Fantasyland expansion, the majority of the focus has been on the new Fantasyland Forest and rightfully so. In my opinion, lost in the excitement is Storybook Circus. Sure, the dual Dumbo's with interactive queue has gotten lots of attention, but Storybook Circus is much bigger than that!! The theme and attention to detail are just amazing. The original concept art and map from the D23 Expo just couldn't show the...
2012-03-1313 min
Sams Disney DiaryDisneyland Fantasmic!Welcome to Sam's Disney Diary Episode #9 -- Disneyland's Fantasmic! (Like this Episode? Check out the youtube channel at www.youtube.com/SamsDisneyDiary and follow me on twitter @SamsDisneyDiary) In an attempt to reenergize the Disneyland Rivers of America area in the early 90s, Disneyland entertainment introduced a nighttime spectacular. The show would feature fireworks, live actors, fire, music, water effects, boats and rafts along with mist screen projectors showcasing Disney Animation. In order to accommodate the large scale project, the rivers of America along with Tom Sawyer Island needed to be reworked...
2012-02-2130 min
Sams Disney DiaryWorld of Color (Disney California Adventure)Welcome to Sam's Disney Diary Episode #8 -- World of Color @ Disney California Adventure World of Color premiered on June 11, 2010 as the new Nighttime spectacular at Disney California Adventure, part of the expansion first announced in 2007. The show cost an estimated $75 million to design and build, and took over 15 months of testing and prep. The show has more than 1,200 fountains and includes lights, water effects, fire, fog and lasers, not to mention High-Definition projections on mist screens. With the latest in technology and a little Disney magic the show elements can be updated and changed to...
2012-02-1031 min
Sams Disney DiaryDisneyland Main Street and the Fire House 5 + 2 Welcome to Sam's Disney Diary Episode #7 -- Disneyland Main Street and the Fire House 5 + 2 (Like this Episode? Check out the youtube channel at www.youtube.com/SamsDisneyDiary and follow me on twitter @SamsDisneyDiary) Episode #7 is once again from Disneyland. This time I take a quick look at Main Street USA, specifically the left side as you walk toward the castle. Main Street in Disneyland is similar but different from the Main Street in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. Sure, It's smaller but the details are incredible, The Penny Arcade and the Carnation Café ar...
2012-01-2218 min
Sams Disney DiaryChristmas at the Disneyland Hotel and Grand Californian Welcome to Sam's Disney Diary Episode #6 -- Christmas at the Disneyland Hotel and Disney's Grand Californian. (Like this Episode? Check out the youtube channel at www.youtube.com/SamsDisneyDiary and follow me on twitter @SamsDisneyDiary) Visiting the Disneyland resort during the holiday season is purely magical. The transition at the Haunted Mansion (See Episode #3) and the overlay at It's a Small World are obvious examples of Holiday theming. In addition, the hotels of Disneyland and Downtown Disney are great example of the "Disney" decorating detail. I had the opportunity to visit the Disneyland H...
2011-12-1227 min
Sams Disney DiaryThe Little Mermaid: Ariels Undersea AdventureWelcome to Sam's Disney Diary Episode #5 -- The Little Mermaid: Ariels Undersea Adventure (Like this Episode? Check out the youtube channel at www.youtube.com/SamsDisneyDiary and follow me on twitter @SamsDisneyDiary) As the excitement and anticipation of the New Fantasyland continues, we can get a sneak peak at one of the new attractions with a quick visit to Disneyland Resorts California Adventure. Originally planned for Disneyland Paris and Walt Disney Worlds Magic Kingdom in the mid 1990s, "The Little Mermaid" dark ride was "Shelved". Researching the history of the attraction I uncovered...
2011-11-2712 min
Sams Disney DiaryDisneyland's Toontown Welcome to Sam's Disney Diary Episode #4 -- Disneyland's Toontown To Quote Walt Disney "Disneyland will never be completed. It will continue to grow as long as there is imagination left in the world." That statememt is true for all of the Disney Theme Parks. As the excitement of "New" Fantasyland moves more to reality in Walt Disney Worlds Magic Kingdom It's hard not to reminisce and remember Mickey's Toontown Fair Mickey's Toontown Fair in Florida officially closed in February 2011 to make room for Circus Land opening in early 2012. If you Miss Toontown fair, don't worry, according t...
2011-11-1916 min
Sams Disney DiaryDisneyland Haunted Holiday Welcome to Sam's Disney Diary Episode #3 -- Disneyland's Haunted Holiday Every September the Disneyland Haunted Mansion is transformed into the Haunted Holiday. From mid September until early January the Haunted Mansion is taken over by Jack Skellington and Friends. The overlay blends the settings and characters of the original Haunted Mansion with those of Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas. The Haunted Mansion typically closes for two and half weeks in September so it can be converted into the Haunted Mansion Holiday. The overlaid attraction is then open to guests from late-September through early-January, before b...
2011-10-1014 min
Sams Disney DiaryDisneyland Fastasyland vs WDW Magic Kingdom FantasylandWelcome to Sam's Disney Diary Episode #2 -- Comparing Disneyland's Fantasyland to Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom's Fantasyland. With all the talk and focus on the WDW Magic Kingdom Fantasyland expansion a recent trip to California made it the perfect opportunity to compare the two. It's difficult to do a direct comparison ride for ride, some attractions like The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh are great Disneyland attractions, but they don't reside in Fantasyland "per-say" but in another lands all together. Or in the case of Ariel's Undersea Adventure it's in a completely different park...
2011-10-0117 min
Sams Disney DiaryThe Walt Disney Family MuseumWelcome to the first episode of Sam's Disney Diary. In this First Edition let's take a closer look at the Disney Family Museum. Sam's Disney Diary is a way for me to share my experience traveling to various Disney related locations with a family of 5. My passion for Disney Parks started long ago and has since been shared may times with my family. It's the one place we can all agree is truly "Magical". The best way for us to continue the magic is to start planning our next trip immediately, sometimes will on our...
2011-09-1213 min