Walt Disney World Resort Update for February 12-18, 2019

Walt Disney World Resort Update for February 12-18, 2019

 

Writer's note: Before we get to our usual round up of News and Views, I pause for a moment of respect.

The Walt Disney Company and The Walt Disney Family Museum noted the February 9 death of Ron W. Miller, Walt Disney's son-in-law and the husband of Diane Disney. The former USC football star who married Walt's daughter Diane and played for the L.A. Rams, first came to work at Walt Disney Studios in 1957 and served as an assistant on the movie Old Yeller. In 1978, he rose to the rank of president of the company and became its CEO in 1983.

Miller is often described as a driving force at the company behind the building of EPCOT Center at Walt Disney World Resort, and the creation of Touchstone Pictures, Walt Disney Home Video, and The Disney Channel. He also pushed technological innovation at the company, including pursuing computer animation and, in particular, the film Tron. In 1984, he departed the company in the wake of the hostile takeover bid led by Saul Steinberg that the Disney board of directors fought and eventually chose to install Michael Eisner and Frank Wells in their leadership positions.

Ron Miller is honored with a window above the bakery at Magic Kingdom's Main Street U.S.A. in Walt Disney World. Photo by Donald & Bonnie Fink.

"Everyone at The Walt Disney Company is deeply saddened by the passing of Ron Miller," said Bob Iger, chairman and chief executive officer, The Walt Disney Company. "His life and legacy are inextricably linked with our Company and the Disney family because he was such a vital part of both, as our CEO and Walt's son-in-law. Few people had Ron's understanding of our history, or a deeper appreciation and respect for our Company, and he shared it generously with anyone who wanted to know more. I was fortunate to have known him, and even luckier to have called him a friend. My thoughts and prayers are with his family."

Miller also served on the Board of Directors at The Walt Disney Family Museum since its opening in 2009 and became its president in November 2013. He, Diane, and Diane's mother, Lillian, also established Silverado Vineyards in 1981. He passed away in Napa, California. He was 85.

News and Views

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Kevin Has Arrived at Disney's Animal Kingdom

In January, Disney announced that Kevin from Disney-Pixar's Up! would be "migrating north from Paradise Falls" to Disney's Animal Kingdom. As of yesterday, she has begun making appearances. Disney Parks Blog reported that "she's been spotted on the park's Discovery Island!." Several social media reports showed her in the vicinity of the Discovery Island stage where the Hakuna Matata Time Dance Party takes place..

Disney Parks Blog reports that there have been sightings of Kevin on Discovery Island. Video ©Disney.

For those that want to take home a plush version of Kevin, Disney Parks Blog also announced that a new toy will be available "at select merchandise locations in Disney's Animal Kingdom, such as Island Mercantile and Discovery Trading Co." starting later this month.

Kevin plush dolls are expected to be available at Disney's Animal Kingdom later this month. Photo ©Disney.

Mariachi Cobre to Tell the Story of Coco

When the 26th annual Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival gets underway on March 6, Mariachi Cobre at Epcot's Mexico pavilion will add new shows inspired by the Disney-Pixar film Coco in addition to their performances featuring traditional mariachi music. The group that has performed at Epcot since it opened (and that includes members that have performed at Walt Disney World since Magic Kingdom's opening in 1971 and at Disneyland even before that), will be joined by a pair of Folklórico dancers in telling Miguel Rivera's journey to find his familia. The new shows will include music from the film and Miguel will appear in the form of a "whimsical, hand-crafted puppet."

Mariachi Cobre, an act that has performed at Epcot since its beginning, performed on the Fountain View Stage during the ceremony honoring the park's 35th Anniversary Celebration in 2017. File Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.

It is not yet clear whether the new Coco-themed shows will be separately listed on times guides or whether they will be incorporated into the usual Mariachi Cobre performance schedule. As of this publication, Mariachi Cobre's daily showtimes during all of March are listed as 11:30 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 1 p.m., 1:45 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4:15 p.m. and 5 p.m. Mariachi Cobre usually performs on the shore of World Showcase Lagoon on the Promenade outside Mexico pavilion opposite to Donald Duck's meet and greet location.

Epcot Concerts News & Calendar

The Disney on Broadway Concert Series brings rotating pairs of performers to the America Gardens Theatre for three concerts each night during the Epcot International Festival of the Arts. On the final night of the Festival only, February 25, two pairs of performers—Ashley Brown & Josh Strickland and Kissy Simmons & Alton Fitzgerald White—will join together for the final three concerts. Dining packages are available for all performances at ArtfulEpcot.com or by calling (407) WDW-DINE. Passholders and eligible Disney Vacation Club Members can receive a 10% discount for dining packages throughout the Festival during lunch and dinner (excludes alcohol, tax and gratuity).

Photos by Alan S. Dalinka.

Also expanded to seven days a week, beginning on March 6, the Garden Rocks Concert Series takes the stage three times nightly through June 3. With this week's announcement of Wang Chung, Peabo Bryson and Eddie Palmieri, all of the scheduled performers are now known. Other recent additions included Tony Orlando, Jon Anderson of YES, Ambrosia, Magic Giant and Dennis DeYoung, original member of STYX, Steve Auger (Journey former lead vocalist), Air Supply, Rick Springfield, Richard Marx and Starship, starring Mickey Thomas. Returning performers also include The Spinners and Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone, and new to the Festival performers include TobyMac, Steven Curtis Chapman, Sister Sledge, and Colin Hay of Men at Work. For more information or reservations, call (407) WDW-DINE or visit FreshEpcot.com.

Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone has performed many times at the America Gardens Theatre and is scheduled to return again this spring for the Garden Rocks Concert Series. File Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.

This summer, Guardians of the Galaxy-Awesome Mix Live! will return from June 14 through August 18. Star-Lord and Gamora (along with an "alien" band) will take a "musical journey" that showcases hits from Star-Lord's Awesome Mix tapes with multiple performances daily.

With Groot remotely patching "Awesome Mix" music into the headphones of of an alien band, Star-Lord tried to teach them how to become the "Galaxy's greatest cover band" during last summer's edition of the Guardians of the Galaxy-Awesome Mix Live! Concerts. Gamora seemed unimpressed. File Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.

For the convenience of our readers, all of the scheduled Disney on Broadway Concert Series performances at America Gardens Theatre are shown in our Google Calendar of Epcot Events. All of the scheduled performers for the Garden Rocks Concert Series also been added to the calendar, and the Guardians of the Galaxy-Awesome Mix Live! dates are included as well. While our Google Calendar of Epcot Events includes a list of the scheduled performers, it is always best to check the My Disney Experience app, Times Guide, and, yes, sometimes even signs posted at the park entrances and at the theater noting last minute changes. You can add the whole Event calendar to any calendar that supports the iCal format (like iPhone and Mac) by copying this link and, indeed, if when we get additional information and update the calendar, the calendar will update on your subscribed device as well. The calendar is provided as a courtesy "as is, where is" without any guarantees. Given the effort it took to create it and keep it updated, we do respectfully request that you do not post our entire calendar on another site without first asking our permission. Walt Disney World Resort does provide schedules in the My Disney Experience app, but does not allow you to add dates to calendars outside the app itself.

Views Around the World

This week's Views Around the World are from Magic Kingdom (including DVC Moonlight Magic), Epcot, and we take a look at some of the Disney Skyliner Construction progress, head over to Disney's Pop Century Resort, and conclude with a bunch of animal photos from Disney's Animal Kingdom. As always, views of Disney Springs in our New & Coming Soon to Disney Springs section below.

Magic Kingdom

Mickey & Minnie's Surprise Celebration at Magic Kingdom is advertised on Disney resort buses. The "surprise" includes rare character appearances in Town Square in the park. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.

Gideon (left) and Honest John pause for a picture as they appeared in Town Square at the Magic Kingdom on Monday, February 11. Both "Pinocchio" characters were meeting guests and signing autographs. Photo by Donald Fink.

Photos by Alan S. Dalinka.

Epcot

Photos by Alan S. Dalinka.

A visit to Epcot can include a journey from Spaceship Earth to the Moon (well, that would require going around the other side of Spaceship Earth, turning left and riding the Orange side of Mission: Space). Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.

Photos by Alan S. Dalinka.

Photos by Alan S. Dalinka.

Disney Skyliner Construction Progress

Photos by Alan S. Dalinka.

As we were finalizing this Update for publication, Disney Parks Blog released a photo of a Disney Skyliner gondola passenger cabin making a test run between Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort and Disney's Hollywood Studios stations. Photo ©Disney.

Disney's Pop Century Resort

Photos by Alan S. Dalinka.

No matter which Disney Resort hotel you are staying at, be sure to check for special entertainment and recreation opportunities at your resort. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.

Disney's Animal Kingdom

Photos by Alan S. Dalinka.

This and That…

…For the foodies out there, Disney Parks Blog has the rundown on the February sweet treats all around Walt Disney World Resort, from Disney's Animal Kingdom to Disney's All-Star Music Resort, Disney's Art of Animation Resort, Epcot's Kringla Bakeri og Kafe and Sunshine Seasons in The Land pavilion, and the new Mickey Premium Bar Dome Cake at Amorette's Patisserie at Disney Springs.

…Until February 24 at 11:49 p.m. Pacific Time, you can enter the Disney Junior "Discover the Magic Sweepstakes" at disney.com/DiscovertheMagicSweeps for a chance for your family of four to win a Walt Disney World Resort vacation. See the site for all the rules and details. MousePlanet is not affiliated with the sweepstakes in any way.

…Give Kids The World Village, the non profit resort in Central Florida that provides dream vacations to critically ill children and their families is holding its next speaker series event, An Evening with Ron Logan, on February 19, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Give Kids The World Village Resort, 210 S. Bass Rd., Kissimmee, FL 34746. Ron Logan was Executive Vice President and Executive Producer for Walt Disney Entertainment, responsible for creating, casting, and producing live entertainment for Disney Parks worldwide and was the first President of Disney Theatrical Productions (which produced Disney's Beauty and the Beast-A New Musical on Broadway and around the world.). Tickets are available on this EventBrite page starting at $35 (plus fees). GKTW has again given us the opportunity to give some tickets away to our readers. If you would like a complimentary pair of tickets, see our Instagram Story today, Tuesday, February 12, 2019. The first two valid entries will each receive a pair of tickets.

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…While in town for their two weeks of Disney on Broadway Concert Series performances at the Epcot International Festival of the Arts, siblings Adam and Arielle Jacobs surprised students from Florida's Aventura City of Excellence School who were participating in a Disney Broadway Magic workshop at Walt Disney World Resort. Adam, who originated the role of Aladdin on Broadway and the national tour, and Arielle, who is currently playing Jasmine on Broadway, performed "A Whole New World" for the students and shared some of their experiences with Disney on Broadway and gave some advice about succeeding in show business.

Students from Aventura City of Excellence School visited Walt Disney World Resort to participate in the Disney Broadway Magic workshop. Video ©Disney.

… Reminder to our readers in New England: the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort gets in on the action of February's big football game by offering the "Champions Package" to residents of the winning team's area, New England, which, for purposes of the offer includes New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, Vermont, Rhode Island, and Connecticut. For stays through December 24, 2019 (minimum stay of three nights required), the Champions Package includes $100 meal credit, which can be used at Shula's Steak House (named for NFL's winningest coach, Don Shula) or any other restaurant at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort. It also includes a "one category complimentary room upgrade that does not include suite upgrades." Guests must have valid state identification at check-in from an eligible state. More information and details of the offer are available at this page of SwanDolphin.com. More information and reservations are available by calling (800)227-1500 and mentioning "CHAMPS." (We will move this to the Discounts section in our next Update.)

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New & Coming Soon at Disney Springs

This section collects all of the Disney Springs retail and dining events we are aware of in one place along with our most recent views of the area. Event items NEW to the Update are marked accordingly.

NEW Valentine's Day Special Offers

For those that visit The VOID on February 14, your receipt dated that date can be used for 10% off at Paddlefish or Terralina Crafted Italian restaurants, 20% at Vivoli il Gelato, and for a complimentary glass of wine on tap at Wine Bar George (max value of $9 with a maximum party size of 6). With your receipt from participating locations, you can receive a complimentary photo from The VOID. Other restrictions can apply; see those locations for details and see Disney Parks Blog for more Valentine's treats around Disney Springs.

NEW The Raglan Road Mighty St. Patrick's Festival

Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant has announced the lineup for its 2019 Mighty St. Patrick's Festival, March 15-17. Headlined by the Young Dubliners, nine bands join Raglan Road's troupe of Irish dancers for entertainment from morning into late night. On March 17, St. Patrick's Day, guests will be seated on a first-come, first served basis with a $10 cover charge for each guest age 18 and over. Reservations for March 15-16 can be made without cover charge by calling (407)938-0300. Festival hours: March 15–3 p.m. until 1:30 a.m.; March 16-17–11 a.m. until 1:30 a.m. (Pub opens at 9 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday). Complimentary face painting available March 15 from 3-9 p.m. and March 16-17 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The full entertainment schedule will be available at RaglanRoad.com. Published highlights include:

• Young Dubliners – One of Celtic rock's hardest working bands, the Young Dubliners play hundreds of shows to thousands of fans across the United States and Europe every year. Young Dubliners are known for their hearty rock and Irish-infused live performances.
• Ben Gunnery – Irish music superstar and multi-instrumentalist Ben Gunnery, who studied at prestigious music conservatories, has toured since age 14. Now 39, he has been soloist for high-profile productions like Riverdance and films including "Lord of the Rings" and Harry Potter movies. Ben will appear on Raglan Road stages for his first Mighty Festival.
• Briste - This inspiring all-female duo includes Emma Robinson (flute, whistle) and Joanna Boyle (banjo, vocals). Blending their rich musical backgrounds, Briste creates a fresh and exciting mix of country, folk and Irish traditional music.
• The Byrne Brothers - An exceptionally talented traditional Irish music family from Donegal. They are Luca, 14 (button accordion); Finn, 12 (banjo, mandolin and whistle); Dempsey, 9, (whistle and bodhran); and father, Tommy (guitar, Uilleann pipes, fiddle, whistles, bagpipes and bodhran). Their show combines exciting Irish tunes with modern dance beats, and they love to interact with every audience.
• The Raglan Roots Coalition – This edgy house band is known for its soul-rockin' Celtic bluegrass with hip-swingin', knee-shakin' funky roots beats. Emily Furlong (guitar, vocals, banjo); Blain Curtis (guitar, vocals); Ben Roe (percussion); Keelan Kelly (bass); and Ellen Daly (fiddle) will get everyone in the St. Paddy's spirit.
• Reel Republic – Hailing from the four corners of Ireland, Aisling Egan-Sage (fiddle); Liam O'Keefe (box, vocals); Niall McIlroy (guitar, flute); and Eleanor Roe (keyboard, vocals, bodhran) are Reel Republic 2.0, seriously talented musicians always pushing to make the next gig better than the last.
• Trad Gad – Three talented musicians from Kerry, Dublin, Colin Foley (guitar, vocals); Fionn Morrison (Uilleann pipes, whistles); and Ciara Ni Bhrian (guitar, fiddle, mandolin, Uilleann pipes, tin whistle, banjo and bazouki, charm Raglan Road audiences with their vibrant performances.
• Maca – Three Irish sister-musician-songwriters dubbed "Ireland's next big thing" are rocking Raglan Road Pub stages with their extraordinary talent. Saoise Carty (guitar,vocals); Naoise Carty (Fiddle, vocals); and Ciara Carty (Bodhran) are from Wexford, Ireland.
• High Road - Three talented musicians hailing from Galway, Kilkenny and Glasgow meet in the middle to play a crowd-pleasing symphony of traditional Irish tunes and songs. Hannah NcNeil (fiddle, banjo, vocals); Aidan Byrne (guitar, vocals); and Roisin Broderick (concertina) rock the stage.
• The Raglan Road Irish Dancers – Plucked from the cast and stages of the world's greatest Irish dance shows, the Raglan Road Irish Dancers perform throughout the Mighty Festival. You can even learn some traditional Irish dance steps – no experience necessary!

While Raglan Road's brunch, lunch, dinner and bar menus will be available, including its new Guinness-infused Bangin' Bangers and Mighty Mash, Raglan Road does not serve green beer because it says its an American invention. Raglan Road also asks that you not call the holiday "St. Patty's" – it's either "St. Patrick's Day" or "St. Paddy's" – and to remember that a shamrock has three leaves not four!

Jaleo & Pepe by José Andrés

Chef José Andrés' ThinkFoodGroup announced that it will open its first-ever "brick-and-mortar location" of its Spanish food truck grab-and-go concept restaurant Pepe by José Andrés adjoining its soon-to-open Jaleo restaurant at Disney Springs this winter. Pepe will feature hot and cold Spanish-style sandwiches including bocatas and bikinis, salads, soups and sides along with Spanish sangria. The space will be decorated with an elaborate mural by Marc Jesús, a famous Menorcan painter, featuring his "ever-happy, blue-skinned female characters."

Wine Bar George

The special menu for Valentine's day includes Filet Mignon, Seared Red Snapper and more. You can pair your entree with a sparkling wine flight or choose from one of 140 wines by the glass, bottle or ounce. For reservations and more information, visit WineBarGeorge.com.

Terralina Crafted Italian

Valentine's Day dinner will be available for $100/couple including a bottle of Sprakling or Rosé. Reservations are available at Terralina's website. The menu includes antipasti to share, two entrees, dessert to share too.

Paddlefish

Paddlefish is continuing its "Rooftop Wine Experiences" the 2nd Tuesday of every month. February's event will be dedicated to wines of Napa and March's event will explore wines of Burgundy. For more information and $40/person (plus EventBrite fee) tickets, visit this EventBrite page.

Paddlefish is still offering its "Buzz Pop Cocktails" - "a nostalgic push pop with a twist for adults 21 and over." They can be purchased anywhere within the restaurant and come in an assortment of flavors.

The Edison

Toasting your special someone for Valentine's Day at The Edison can include its "My Pink Valentine" cocktail, a sweet and bitter mix of Woodford Reserve, Frangelico, Orange Juice, Earth Rose Pinot Noir, and chocolate bitters. Its regular menu is available too, including its signature appetizer, "DB Clothesline Bacon" dipped in milk chocolate, and dishes like Grilled Veal Chop with a Red Wine Demi Glace, served with Crab Stuffed Shrimp and Sautéed Rainbow Chard. For reservations call (407)560-9288 or visit its website.

NEWThe Edison's February Burger of the Month is its Mozzarella Madness Burger, a beef blend of sirloin, short rib and brisket topped with fried mozzarella and marina sauce. It is served with tater tots for $24.

Mozzarella Madness Burger is The Edison's February Burger of the Month. Image courtesy Patina Restaurant Group.

Maria & Enzo's Ristorante

Valentine's Day at Maria & Enzo's Italian tratoria set in a 1930s-style airline terminal includes two Antipasti selections – Salumi E Formaggi and Chilled Duo of Oysters; entrees will include a Duo Of Lobster and NY Strip or a traditional Roasted Vegetable Lasagna. Dessert choices include Bittersweet Chocolate Ganache Tart featuring salted caramel, bourbon raspberry jam, and ricotta gelato. For reservations, visit MariaAndEnzos.com. You can see the full "Love at First Bite" Valentine's Day menu here.

NEW Carnevale, the traditional winter festival famous in Venice and known as Mardi Gras in many places outside of Italy, is a spectacle of glamorous costumes, culinary delicacies, and riotous celebration. February 22 through March 5, guests who visit Maria & Enzo's Ristorante at Disney Springs will get a front-row seat to nightly live entertainment including singers, stilt walkers, jugglers, mimes, face painters and folkdancers, while indulging in the restaurant's signature Italian cuisine. As the Italians say, "a Carnevale ogni scherzo vale!" (Anything goes at Carnevale!) Reservations are recommended. Visit MariaAndEnzos.com or call (407) 560-8466 for reservations and more information. Note: Patina Restaurant Group has invited us to experience the Carnevale celebration on February 25, and we will share the details of the experience on social media and in the February 26 Walt Disney World Resort Update here on MousePlanet.com

Maria & Enzo's Ristorante celebrates Carnevale from February 22 to March 5 with live music, singers, jugglers and, of course, its authentic Italian cuisine. Image courtesy Patina Restaurant Group.

Enzo's Hideaway Tunnel Bar

Valentine's Day in the Italian speakeasy-inspired, Prohibition-Era "Hide away" restaurant and bar can include craft cocktails like Limoncello Gimlets and Luciano Spritz, and Roman-style dishes including entrees such as handmade pasta, fresh fish, chicken, and steaks. The signature Salumi e Formaggi platter is made to order and features a selection of imported cured meats and aged cheeses for sharing. For reservations visit EnzosHideawayFL.com.

Morimoto Asia

During February, you can join in the celebration of the Chinese New Year as Chinese culture celebrates the year of the pig. Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto's Sticky Spare Ribs are first braised, then dunked in cornstarch and flash-fried for a crispy crust, and then are doused in hoisin sweet-and-sour sauce; at his pan-Asian Disney Springs restaurant, that is but one of several signature pork dishes on the menu. The restaurant shared its recipe with us and it is posted here on MousePad.

You can dine on Valentine's Day under the "sky-high chandeliers" in Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto's first Pan-Asian restaurant. For reservations visit MorimotoAsiaFLA.com.

Status of Parking Availability at Disney Springs NEW photo (first)

Those who visit Disney Springs during the weekends or during busy times of the year at the Resort know that the two parking structures often fill to capacity during those peak times. Even the flat lot on the West Side can fill up during very busy times! Construction continues across Buena Vista Drive at the site of the new garage that will connect to Disney Springs by a series of pedestrian bridges. We have not yet heard when the new structure will be open, but the trend of the name discussion for it has shifted from "Lemon" to "Grapefruit," and you can keep an eye on the overhead signs along Buena Vista Drive directing cars to the garages and lots with availability.

Although it increasingly looks closer to completed, construction continues at the new garage along Buena Vista Drive next to the Speedway gas station. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.

At the existing garages, there is still on-going work underway to upgrade the electronic system that indicates parking space availability. File Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.

NBA Experience and City Works Eatery & Pour House NEW photo (first)

Photos by Alan S. Dalinka (including file photos).

Crowd Forecast

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