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More Play in the Park merchandise has arrived at Disney World, showtimes were announced for daytime Christmas entertainment at Magic Kingdom, and guests can now purchase VIP Tours merchandise — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, December 20, 2024.Walt Disney WorldMagic KingdomWalt Disney World has submitted their updated plans for the transformation of Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island at Magic Kingdom to the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD), following the district’s Request for Additional Information (RAI).Walt Disney World has released the showtimes for two entertainment offerings normally exclusive to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party that will be offered during Christmas Week 2024: “Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade” and “Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks.”The Swiss Family Treehouse closed on November 18, 2024, for a planned 1-month-long refurbishment, but it is still closed despite Disney’s expected reopening date of December 20.Join Bryce for the latest photo report from Magic Kingdom.Disney’s Hollywood StudiosJoin Bryce for the latest photo report from Disney’s Hollywood Studios.Walt Disney World Resort HotelsThe holiday season is in full swing at Walt Disney World Resort and Christmas decorations have arrived at the new DVC Island Tower.New MerchandiseEven more “Play in the Park” merchandise has arrived at Walt Disney World, including a new balloon pillow, rain jacket, Crocs, and more.Walt

Howdy! The weather is starting to get chilly again, unfortunately. I spent the morning in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, there was Tower of Terror art available for purchase, Grogu and The Mandalorian were out meeting guests, and I even park-hopped to Magic Kingdom. Good Morning from Hollywood StudiosI usually choose the wrong line to enter Disney’s Hollywood Studios, today is no different. It was only about ten minutes until I got inside. The Oscar truck has returned after a lengthy refurbishment. Holiday Decor in Hollywood StudiosI am an absolute fan of the Hollywood Studios holiday decor. Santa Gertie, the pups, the elves, and the deer are my mid-century modern holiday dream. If I could live in this world permanently I would in a heartbeat.Muppets CourtyardMuppets Courtyard has turned into a place of contemplation. The news that the Muppets will be leaving for Monstropolis has hit every Disney fan a little hard, but there is hope that Muppet Vision 3D will return one day in some capacity. Be sure to stay tuned to our website for more updates. Galaxy’s EdgeThe Mandalorian and Grogu were out visiting guests in Batuu this morning. I also noticed that the coordinators in Galaxy’s Edge have new coordinator pins that fit the land much better than the typical pin you see

Universal Orlando Resort has new digital signs pointing from the security area to different parking garage sections.New Universal Parking Garage SignsThe signs hang above the walkways leading to the resort’s two parking garages. They have oval-shaped silver bases with the Universal Orlando Resort globe logo at the bottom.The screens display the icons, colors, and names of the three sections for that respective garage. The sign pictured above points to the blue “Jaws” section, yellow “King Kong” section, and red “Jurassic Park” section.Before, the signs were rectangles but displayed the same icons, colors, and names. The switch to digital means the signs will be more visible at night and Universal can easily make changes if need be, including adding additional information.The “Jaws,” “King Kong,” and “Jurassic Park” sections are also now listed in a different order, likely to better reflect their positions in the garage. On the “Jurassic Park” part of the sign, ride share and pick-up/drop-off are also listed.The other three parking garage sections are purple Spider-Man, red Cat in the Hat, and green E.T. They’re listed in the same order as before.The signs have digital screens on their reverse sides, too, which advertise different park offerings. This one said displayed a picture of the

Walt Disney World now has exclusive VIP Tours merchandise for sale, including a Minnie ear headband, Loungefly backpack, and more.Walt Disney World VIP Tours MerchandiseSource: @philanderc85 on InstagramVIP Tour Guide Philander (@philanderc85 on Instagram) shared photos of the new VIP Tours merchandise, which has been in the works for two years. On the day of their VIP Tour, guests can purchase merchandise that features the iconic plaid pattern worn by VIP Tour Guides. Purchases are limited to one item per guest on tour, while supplies last. No discounts are available.Pin Set – $160The set includes four pins, each featuring the VIP Tours logo at the top with red jewels lining the edge. Each pin also showcases a character in front of each of the four park icons: Tinker Bell flying in front of Cinderella Castle, Sorcerer Mickey in front of Tower of Terror, Simba lying in front of the Tree of Life, and Figment sitting in front of Spaceship Earth. The set also includes a metal Disney VIP Tours charm to hang from your lanyard. The box features a window in a plaid lid to display the pins.Loungefly Backpack – $105The Loungefly backpack is mostly black pleather with a debossed Mickey icon all-over pattern. The front pocket is plaid with a VIP Tours plaque

Universal Volcano Bay will close once again on December 21 and 22 due to “inclement weather” in the Central Florida area.Universal Volcano Bay ClosedUniversal Orlando Resort shared the update on Twitter (X): Weather Update Universal Volcano Bay will be closed on Saturday, December 21 and Sunday, December 22, due to inclement weather. For park updates, please call 407-817-8317 or stay tuned to Universal Orlando’s social channels.— Universal Orlando Resort (@UniversalORL) December 20, 2024The waterpark has closed numerous times this season due to lower temperatures in the Central Florida area. Most recently, it was closed for one day on December 12.According to Weather.com, Orlando Florida is expected to have a high of 62°F and a low of 44°F on December 21. There is also a 3% chance of precipitation. December 22 is expected to be a little warmer at 68°F, but the area water parks usually operate in temperatures over 70°F. Will this weather report affect your trip to Universal Orlando Resort? Let us know in the comments!For more Universal Studios news from around the world, follow Universal Parks News Today on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. For Disney Parks news, visit WDWNT.The post Universal Volcano Bay Closed for the Weekend Due to Cold Weather appeared first on WDW News Today.