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Mickey's Magic Minute • Nov 24

👋 Good evening! Welcome to your pixie dusting of Disney news.
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In this weekend issue:
🏰 Around the Castle
STARS SHINE IN ABC’S HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR
Catch performances from John Legend, Pentatonix, SEVENTEEN, and more on Dec. 1, hosted by Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro.DUNK THE HALLS: ANIMATED NBA MAGIC
Watch Disney characters cheer on Knicks vs. Spurs in this real-time animated NBA game on Christmas Day.
🚝 Walt Disney World
BIG DECEMBER CHANGES
New Year’s fireworks, Big Thunder’s closure, and Polynesian’s Island Tower opening are just a few updates coming this holiday season.
🎭 EPCOT
BROADWAY AT THE FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS
Disney on Broadway returns with stars from Frozen, The Lion King, and more starting Jan. 17.
🌟 Hollywood Studios
MUPPETS ROCK N’ ROLLER COASTER
Aerosmith exits as the Muppets take over with a new rock music festival theme.MONSTERS INC. LAND COMING
Say goodbye to Muppets Courtyard as Monstropolis moves in!
🏗️ Disneyland
DEADPOOL HOLIDAY SHOW RETURNS
Laugh along with Deadpool and Wolverine in a festive 8-minute performance near Avengers Campus.CHIP AND DALE’S ORNAMENT TRAIL
Embark on a scavenger hunt in Downtown Disney to collect festive keepsakes.
🛍️ shopDisney
ALICE IN WONDERLAND BAGS
Whimsical Loungefly designs inspired by Disney’s classic film are here!LIZZIE MCGUIRE CROCS
Step back into early 2000s magic with these nostalgic Disney sandals.
✨ Stay tuned for the latest Disney news and updates!
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Around The Castle
STARS AND FESTIVITIES UNVEILED FOR ABC’S 9TH ANNUAL “THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF DISNEY: HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR”
The ninth annual The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular will air on December 1 on ABC, hosted by Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro with narration by Kristen Bell, featuring performances from Disney Parks and Aulani. Musical highlights include John Legend, Pentatonix, Auliʻi Cravalho, SEVENTEEN, and more, showcasing festive songs and Disney-inspired numbers available on Hulu and Disney+ the next day.

DISNEY, ESPN AND THE NBA TEAM UP TO PRESENT ‘DUNK THE HALLS’ — THE FIRST REAL-TIME ANIMATED NBA GAME
Disney, ESPN, and the NBA are teaming up for Dunk the Halls, the first real-time animated NBA game, using Sony's Beyond Sports technology to present the Knicks vs. Spurs matchup in a virtual Magic Kingdom setting with iconic Disney characters cheering on. Airing on Christmas Day, this groundbreaking broadcast will feature animated players, Disney-themed halftime entertainment, and immersive commentary, blending sports with Disney magic for a unique viewing experience. link

Walt Disney World
6 CHANGES HAPPENING IN DECEMBER IN WALT DISNEY WORLD
Disney World will see major changes this December, including New Year’s Eve fireworks at Magic Kingdom and EPCOT, the closure of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad for refurbishment starting January 6, and the opening of the new Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort on December 17. Holiday events like Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and Jollywood Nights will also wrap up before Christmas, while Christmas Day is expected to bring large crowds and higher Lightning Lane prices.

EPCOT
DISNEY ON BROADWAY CONCERT SERIES LINEUP ANNOUNCED FOR 2025
The 2025 Disney on Broadway Concert Series at EPCOT's International Festival of the Arts will run from January 17 to February 24, featuring Broadway stars performing songs from Disney hits like Frozen, The Lion King, and Aladdin. The concerts, held at the America Gardens Theatre, include new performers such as Patti Murin, John Riddle, and Rodney Ingram, with a special final performance featuring multiple artists on February 24.

HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS
DISNEY CONFIRMS MUPPETS TAKE OVER ROCK N’ ROLLER COASTER
Disney has announced that the Muppets will take over Rock 'n' Roller Coaster at Hollywood Studios, replacing Aerosmith with a new Muppets-themed storyline featuring a rock music festival. This change, alongside the closure of MuppetVision 3D to make way for Monsters Inc. Land, marks a significant shift for the Muppets at the park.

‘MONSTERS INC.’ LAND WILL REPLACE MUPPETS COURTYARD
Disney’s Hollywood Studios will replace the Muppets Courtyard and MuppetVision 3D with a new Monsters Inc.-themed land, Monstropolis, while the Muppets will take over Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster with a rock music festival-themed experience. Fans are divided, with some mourning the loss of the iconic Muppets attractions while others eagerly anticipate the immersive world of Monsters Inc..

Disneyland
DEADPOOL AND WOLVERINE RETURN TO DISNEYLAND IN ‘NAUGHTY’ HOLIDAY SHOW
Deadpool returns to Disney California Adventure with “The Story Time with Deadpool Holiday Special,” an irreverent 8-minute holiday show near Avengers Campus featuring comedic Christmas tales, lighthearted jabs at Disney and DC Comics, and cameo appearances by Wolverine. The playful, family-friendly performance includes witty banter, festive humor, and ties to the success of the Deadpool & Wolverine movie on Disney+.
CHIP AND DALE’S ORNAMENT TRAIL BEGINS
Chip and Dale’s Ornament Trail, a family-friendly scavenger hunt, launched in Downtown Disney on November 22, 2024 and will continue to January 1, 2025, where participants can search for Disney character-themed ornaments, complete a map, and receive a holiday keepsake. Maps and stickers are available for $9.99 at select locations, and the activity offers festive fun for all ages, whether or not you complete the trail.

shopDisney
FALL DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE WITH LOUNGEFLY’S ‘ALICE IN WONDERLAND’ BACKPACKS
Loungefly’s new Alice in Wonderland mini backpacks bring whimsical designs to life, featuring lenticular art, playing card appliqués, and intricate floral patterns inspired by Disney’s classic film. Perfect for fans of Alice or anyone seeking a stylish, functional accessory, these backpacks blend playful details with practicality, making them ideal companions for Disney adventures or everyday use.

HEY NOW! NEWLY DEBUTED ‘LIZZIE MCGUIRE’ CROCS ARRIVE AT DISNEY STORE
Crocs has launched vibrant orange Lizzie McGuire Mega Crush Sandals, featuring nostalgic designs like animated Lizzie and Jibbitz charms, now available at the Disney Store for $84.99 in adult sizes. With a cushiony platform base and versatile heel strap, these sandals are perfect for Millennial fans looking to add a touch of early 2000s Disney magic to their wardrobe.
