Over 140 new Epic Universe merchandises items are now available, Disney shared a look inside the Wonderful World of Sweets at Downtown Disney, and Disney Cruise Line announced a gratuities price increase — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
Walt Disney World
Magic Kingdom
- A new experience, Hidden Mickey Tiaras & Scepters, is available at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World.
- Bwana Bob’s and the outdoor vending cart near the entrance of Adventureland in Magic Kingdom have been moved as some of the final plain pavement sections are prepared for replacement.
- Facade work continues at the former Frontierland Shootin’ Arcade in Frontierland as it’s transformed into the upcoming Disney Vacation Club Lounge.
EPCOT
- Artist Dave Avanzino has returned to the 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts with several new parks-inspired pieces, including new wood prints and paper sculptures.
- Former Disney background artist William Silvers has returned once more to the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts with new art featuring animated characters.
- Scott “Scooter” Burroughs has returned to the 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts with some new and returning favorite mid-century modern art pieces.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- Disney Live Entertainment shared a sneek peek at more of the new puppets debuting in “The Little Mermaid — A Musical Adventure.”
New Merchandise
- If you like the excitement of the hunt in your collection, we found the Stitch Attacks Snacks Mystery Pins available for purchase at Star Traders in the Magic Kingdom.
- Several new items, including “Inside Out 2” shoulder magnet plushies and new MagicBand+ designs, have arrived online at the Disney Store.
- One of the new Disney EAResistibles vinyl mouse ear hat collectibles is now available for purchase online at the Disney Store.
- Several new Mousewares items including a new Orange Bird fruit peeler and a Mickey pancake mold have arrived at Walt Disney World.
Other Walt Disney World News
- The My Disney Experience (Walt Disney World) app has updated to version 8.6 with improved navigation in the map views.
Disneyland Resort
- The Disneyland app has updated to version 8.6 with improved navigation in the map views.
- The new Disney Wonderful World of Sweets opened at Downtown Disney District today (January 22, 2025) at 3 p.m. PT.
- Read our reviews of every item at the 2025 Lunar New Year festival.
- All new Disneyland-branded merchandise has arrived at the Disneyland Resort.
- Disneyland Resort has a new Stitch Loungefly mini backpack featuring the little blue alien and Lilo’s doll, Scrump.
- After previously being spotted in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, the new fluffy blue Loungefly backpack has made its way to the Emporium in Disneyland Park and online at the Disney Store.
Disney Cruise Line
- Disney Cruise Line announced an increase in recommended gratuities taking effect for all sailings beginning January 23, 2025, or later.
Entertainment and Media
- Shawn Levy has been developing a new “Star Wars” film and may be looking to Ryan Gosling to fill its lead role.
Universal Studios
Universal Orlando Resort
- Universal Stella Nova Resort has opened its doors to guests with more than 140 brand-new Epic Universe merchandise items in its gift shop.
- Like the other Universal Orlando Resort hotels, guests can purchase a Stella Nova Resort refillable mug for use around the hotel during their stay.
- Check out a photo tour of Stella Nova Resort and its amenities.
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