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Mickey's Magic Minute • Feb 2

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In this weekend issue:
🎬 What’s New on Disney+ in February?
Disney+ debuts exciting releases this month, including Pixar’s first full-length TV series Win or Lose (Feb. 19), The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl (Feb. 7), and Magic of Disney Lookout Cay (Feb. 17).
🎹 Jellyrolls to Relocate from Disney’s BoardWalk After Nearly 30 Years
The beloved dueling piano bar will move in Spring 2025, though its new location remains unknown amid ongoing BoardWalk changes.
🎆 Magic Kingdom Fireworks and Parade Schedule Changing in 2025
Starting Feb. 9, Festival of Fantasy Parade will run twice daily, while Happily Ever After fireworks shift to 8:30 PM (March 9-29) and 9 PM (March 30 onward).
🐅 Adorable Baby Tiger Makes Debut at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Basko, an Asian tiger cub, made his first public appearance at Maharajah Jungle Trek, charming guests and cast members alike.
🎸 First Look at 2025 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival Concert Lineup
The Garden Rocks Concert Series will feature Air Supply, Rick Springfield, 38 Special, and more, with additional artists to be announced.
🚀 Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser to Become Imagineering Offices
The former immersive hotel will now house Disney Imagineering teams working on Encanto, Indiana Jones, Cars, and Disney Villains lands.
🎤 Disneyland Celebrates Black History Month with Music & Soul Food
Throughout February, Celebrate Soulfully brings gospel, jazz, R&B, and soul food to Disneyland, Downtown Disney, and Disney hotels.
🚢 Disney Cruise Line Brings Back Dine and Play for Families
The Dine and Play program returns Feb. 1, letting kids enjoy Oceaneer Club after dinner while parents relax.
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Disney+
🎬 WHAT’S NEW ON DISNEY+ IN FEBRUARY?✨
Get ready for a magical month on Disney+ with exciting new releases!
Win or Lose (Feb 19) — Pixar’s first-ever full-length TV series follows a middle school softball team in the days leading up to their championship game, with each episode showing a different perspective. Feature voices from Will Forte, Rhea Seehorn, and Lil Rel Howery, this unique series even shifts animation style to match each character’s point of view.
The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl (Feb 7) — A special live performance celebrating the iconic music and legacy of The Lion King.
Magic of Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point (Feb 17) — A behind-the-scenes look at Disney’s newest tropical destination, showcasing its stunning scenery and immersive experiences.
S2 Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur (Feb 7) — The animated superhero series returns for another action-packed season.
Harlem Ice (Feb 12) — A heartwarming documentary highlighting a figure skating program in Harlem that empowers young athletes.
No Taste Like Home (Feb 23) — A brand-new food series exploring the cultural roots of iconic dishes.
Find My Country House (Feb 24) — Follow families as they search for the perfect countryside retreat.
There’s plenty of magic in store this month on Disney+! Which one are you most excited for? Share with your Disney-loving friends! ✨🏰
Walt Disney World
JELLYROLLS TO RELOCATE FROM DISNEY’S BOARDWALK AFTER NEARLY 30 YEARS
After nearly 30 years at Disney’s BoardWalk, the popular dueling piano bar Jellyrolls will be relocating in spring 2025. Known for its high-energy, adults-only sing-along experience, the venue has been a favorite among Disney fans and locals since 1996. While no new location has been announced, the move comes amid ongoing changes to the BoardWalk, including the ESPN Club’s transformation into The Cake Bake Shop.

MAGIC KINGDOM
MAGIC KINGDOM FIREWORKS AND PARADE SCHEDULE CHANGING IN 2025
Starting February 9th, the Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade will run twice daily at 12 PM and 3 PM instead of just one afternoon show. Additionally, Happily Ever After fireworks will shift to 8:30 PM from March 9th-29th and move to 9 PM starting March 30th. Guests can check the My Disney Experience app for updated show times.

ANIMAL KINGDOM
ADORABLE BABY TIGER MAKES DEBUT AT DISNEY’S ANIMAL KINGDOM
Disney’s Animal Kingdom cast members were overjoyed as Basko, an Asian tiger cub, made his first public appearance at the Maharajah Jungle Trek exhibit. The tiny “meatball” stole hearts both in-person and online, with fans eager to visit and see the park’s newest resident in all his adorable glory.

EPCOT
FIRST LOOK AT THE 2025 EPCOT FLOWER & GARDEN FESTIVAL CONCERT LINEUP
The 2025 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival will take place from March 5th to June 2nd, 2025, celebrating its 30th anniversary with beautiful topiaries, food booths, and the return of the Garden Rocks Concert Series. Disney has announced the first wave of performers, with more to be revealed soon:
Tommy DeCarlo (Former lead singer of Boston) — March 7 & 8
Air Supply 50th Anniversary Celebration — March 9 & 10
Blue October — March 14 & 15
Rick Springfield — March 16 & 17
Herman’s Hermits (Featuring Peter No-one) — March 21 & 22
38 Special — March 23 & 24
Jason Schiff (Former singer of Chicago) — March 28 & 29

HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS
STAR WARS: GALACTIC STARCRUISER TO BECOME IMAGINEERING OFFICES
The Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser hotel, which closed after just a year and a half despite its $1 billion price tag, will be repurposed as office space for Walt Disney Imagineering. The building will serve as a hub for upcoming Disney World expansion projects, including Encanto and Indiana Jones attractions at Animal Kingdom, Cars and Disney Villains land at Magic Kingdom, and Monsters, Inc. land at Hollywood Studios, which will replace MuppetVision 3D.

Disneyland
DISNEYLAND CELEBRATES BLACK HISTORY MONTH WITH MUSIC AND SOUL FOOD
Disneyland’s Celebrate Soulfully event will honor Black culture throughout February with live performances across the resort, including gospel showcases at Fantasyland Theatre (Feb 8 & 15), jazz duos at Disneyland Hotel, and soulful acts at Downtown Disney. Guests can also enjoy special Black History Month menu items, such as Catfish Po’Boy at Tiana’s Palace, Shrimp and Grits at Broken Spell Lounge, and Golden Soul cocktails at Grand Californian’s Hearthstone Lounge.

Disney Cruise Line
DCL BRINGS BACK DINE AND PLAY FOR FAMILIES
Starting February 1, Disney Cruise Line is reintroducing Dine and Play, allowing parents with late dinner seating to enjoy a relaxed meal while their kids (ages 3-10) head to Disney’s Oceaneer Club for supervised fun. The phased rollout begins with Disney Treasure and Disney Dream (Feb 1), Disney Fantasy and Disney Magic (Feb 2), and Disney Wonder and Disney Wish (Feb 3), giving families more flexibility during their cruise experience.

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