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07/03/2025

Eat to the Beat 2025 Lineup: Get the Full Concert Schedule

Welcome back to the EPCOT Eat to the Beat Concert Series presented by Florida Blue, returning in 2025. One of the headlining events of the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, the Eat to the Beat Concert Series is returning with help from the team at Disney Live Entertainment, who have cooked up a lineup full of flavor and fun for young kids, Gen Z and music lovers of all ages. Get ready to sip, snack and sing along—because we are bringing the beat back this fall.

Who is Performing at Eat to the Beat This Year?
We all know guests are looking for the brand-new headliners for this year’s event, and we’ve got some of them right here. Drum roll, please…. for the first time, KT Tunstall, Bowling for Soup and Jordin Sparks will be performing at the Eat to the Beat Concert Series!

In addition, some of guests' favorite musical groups from prior years are returning for more sound-sational fun, including Joey Fatone & Friends, Hanson and Boyz II Men. From throwback hits to fresh new notes, this year’s lineup of genre-bending artists delivers something for every music fan — making each concert unique.

With more updates still to come, check out the schedule below for a breakdown of the acts for 2025 and what dates they’ll hit the stage, with the final list coming soon:

Where is the Main Stage Located?
Located at the America Gardens Theatre stage in EPCOT (in between Italy and Japan), guests can check out the wide range of musical acts at the stage located directly across from The American Adventure pavilion.

From Smash Mouth to David Archuleta, there have been plenty of iconic groups and rockstar solo artists to perform on this hallowed stage, and we can’t wait to see this next lineup wow audiences during each performance.

Is There Guaranteed Seating?
Seating during each musical act is first-come, first-served, and often fills up very quickly, so guests should make sure to plan ahead and make it a priority on their visit to the Food & Wine Festival.

Beginning July 16, 2025, guests this year can again secure a spot in advance by reserving a Festival Concert Series Dining Package available Friday-Monday.

What Do the Dining Packages Include?
When guests purchase the Festival Concert Series Dining Package this year, they can enjoy the following choices:

Choose from breakfast, lunch or dinner (selections will vary depending on the restaurant they choose)
Entree and Dessert or buffet
Non-Alcoholic Beverage or an Alcoholic Beverage (for guests ages 21 and older)
After they've devoured their delicious meal, guests will receive a reserved seating badge for one of the Festival Concert Series performances that same day.

The reserved seating is in the second section in the middle of the America Gardens Theatre. While seating is guaranteed, it’s on a first-come, first-served basis within that section, so arriving early is still recommended for the best view.

For All Future Concert-Goers: Please note that specific offerings may vary by restaurant. For example, at Spice Road Table, the meal includes two small plates, a shared dessert platter and a beverage. Prices for the dining package vary by restaurant and mealtime.

Guests can make reservations through the My Disney Experience app or the official Walt Disney World website.

Are Eat to the Beat Shows Free?
Yes! Whether or not guests' favorite genre is rock, pop or alternative, admission is complimentary to see their favorite act and is included with EPCOT park entry. They simply select their seat and get ready to have a great night full of music.

How Long Will the Concerts Be Performing at EPCOT?
The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival runs from August 28 to November 22, 2025, and the Eat to the Beat Concert Series will take place nightly.

What Type of Food Can Guests Get Near the Theatre?
Over 30 Global Marketplaces will be located all over the park during the Food & Wine Festival, featuring plenty of kid-friendly and plant-based options for all types of appetites. For more delicious details and a full list of all the menus coming to the festival, stay tuned for the upcoming EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Foodie Guide.

What Else Can Guests Do Right Now at Walt Disney World?
EPCOT has endless opportunities to enjoy eats, entertainment and character experiences throughout the park. Whether guests are exploring the diverse array of offerings in World Showcase, taking off on an intergalactic chase with Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind or ending the evening with the sparkling spectacle “Luminous The Symphony of Us,” there is always something to see.

And the beat keeps rolling throughout the resort. Walt Disney World is rocking all year long, with the debut of the “Disney Starlight” nighttime parade in Magic Kingdom, the new GEO-82 lounge in EPCOT, the return of Test Track presented by General Motors and special offers throughout the resort.

Be sure not to miss out on the current Cool Kid Summer offerings for guests of all ages, and keep an eye out as we continue to announce more details about Halloween and the holiday season.

06/27/2025

Universal Orlando Resort

Heads Up: A Few Attractions Are Taking a Short Break!🛠️

Dr. Doom's Fear Fall®: June 16 - 27, 2025

Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit will permanently close on August 18, 2025 to make way for a new experience. More details will be available at a later date.

Dudley Do-Right's RipSaw Falls®: October 6 - 31, 2025

Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™: November 3 - 16, 2025

Skull Island: Reign of Kong: August 20 - 29, 2025

Universal Volcano Bay will begin a seasonal closure on October 26, 2026, with a current planned reopening on or before March 24, 2027.

06/27/2025

Update to Disney Cruise Line Deposit Policy

Beginning June 18, the required deposit for Disney Cruise Line reservations is changing from 20% to 10% of the voyage fare for new bookings. For existing reservations made on or before June 17, 2025, the original 20% deposit remains in place in accordance with the terms agreed upon at the time of booking. Specific details for this update include:

Cancellation Fees

Cancellation fees will follow the new deposit policy for sailings made on or after June 18, 2025.

If a reservation is cancelled during the deposit cancellation fee period and the deposit was 10%, the cancellation fees will also be 10% of the voyage fare.

Cancellation fees for guests who previously paid a 20% deposit will be 20% of the voyage fare.

Per our existing policy, deposits will continue to be non-refundable for Concierge Guests.

Modifications

If a Guest is outside the cancellation fee period and prefers to take advantage of the new 10% deposit policy, they may cancel and rebook their reservation under the updated terms.

Standard cancellation fees may apply for reservations within the cancellation fee period, as outlined in our terms and conditions.

Onboard Placeholder Offers

Guests who have booked a Placeholder Reservation will also see a change in the required deposit when they add a sail date to their reservation if the sailing is 7 nights or longer.

Guests will only be required to pay a 5% deposit. If the reservation is cancelled in the deposit cancellation fee window, Guests will only be subject to a 5% cancellation fee.

In addition to the deposit percentage change, there will no longer be a three day hold when converting Onboard Placeholder Offers through the Contact Center or when booking online. A deposit will now be due at the time of placeholder conversion now that placeholders can be converted online.

06/26/2025

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/events-tours/after-hours/

Please take a peek at the After Hours Events at Walt Disney World

Attend this specially ticketed event to experience attractions, Character greetings and more after hours at select theme parks in Walt Disney World Resort, near Orlando, Florida.

05/31/2025

Aulani is on my bucket list, is it on yours?

Walt Disney Travel Company 2026 Annual Product for Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa

Walt Disney Travel Company 2026 Annual Product is now available for Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa and can be booked. Please note these packages will be valid for arrivals Jan. 1- Dec. 31, 2026 and that the last date of your vacation cannot be booked more than 499 days in the future.

05/31/2025

Now Available: Walt Disney World Resort Future Stay Offer

As a reminder, guests staying at a Disney Resort hotel are eligible for a Resort Future Stay offer. Guests can save 25%-35% on a future resort stay during select dates now through 2026.

The offer will be shared with guests through in-room collateral and on their in-room TVs. Additionally, details of this offer will be emailed directly to guests the morning of their checkout. This offer must be booked within 7 days from the date of checkout on the current reservation.

This is a great opportunity to lock in a discount for your next visit. You'd just need to let me know what you'd like to book and I could take of everything for you so I could work with you again.

05/31/2025

I am so excited for this one AND bummed that I will miss it by a little over month.

"Disney Starlight" Nighttime Parade Arrives at Magic Kingdom on July 20, 2025

It's official! Just announced: you can dream the night away at Magic Kingdom when “Disney Starlight: Dream The Night Away” opens July 20. And, you don’t have to wait to see a sneak peek of the poster coming soon to the Magic Kingdom train station!

“Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away” is a new nighttime parade coming this summer to Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World! The parade will transport you in...

05/29/2025

Disney Cruise Line Summer Offer for Disney Visa Cardmembers

This summer, Disney Visa Cardmembers can receive a $250 onboard credit when they book select cruises using their Disney Visa Card.

Disney Visa Cardmembers can book this offer now through Sept. 1, 2025 for travel on select August and September 2025 sailings..

Cardmembers can also save up to 30% on select stateroom categories when combined with select Disney Cruise Line offers.

Please let me know if you're interested in this amazing new offer!

04/21/2025

Free Disney World Dining Plan Offering for Kids Coming in 2026

Looking ahead to everything families can do during a Walt Disney World vacation next year? Well, guests are in luck, because beginning April 22, they can start booking their 2026 vacations to Disney World with plenty of convenient and flexible to options to choose from, with bookings open through October 31, 2026.

It's never too early to start thinking about the next trip, and 2026 is going to be a fantastic year to visit — especially for kids!

How to Get Free Disney World Dining Plan for Kids (Ages 3-9) in 2026
Throughout all of 2026, guests staying at one of our more than 25 Disney Resort hotels will get a free dining plan for their kids (ages 3 to 9) when purchasing a dining plan as part of their package for the other members of their party (ages 10 and up). Dining plans can help guests maximize their stay with added peace of mind, letting them enjoy some of the many dining locations we offer from meals to snacks and kid-friendly favorites.

The kids free dining plan offering can be combined with other select special offers, meaning they may still be eligible to take advantage of other deals we later roll out for 2026!

2026 Disney World Resort Perks
There’s nothing like a visit to Disney World. With so many attractions, entertainment offerings, dining, shopping and more across our four theme parks and beyond, staying at a Disney Resort hotel means being right inside the magic. With everything we offer, Walt Disney World remains the place to be for an ultimate multi-day vacation, a special occasion, or a day full of rides, food, and fun.

Get More Time at the Theme Parks

Continuing through 2026, Disney Resort hotel guests can enjoy more time in our theme parks with 30 minutes of early theme park entry every day, at every park.* That means getting a head start in the parks to check out some favorite attractions. Guests of our Disney Deluxe Resorts or Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts will also continue to have access to extended evening hours at select theme parks on certain days.

*Valid theme park admission required for entry.

Enjoy Free Transportation, Parking, and More
Disney Resort hotel guests continue to get access to other offerings and special perks that make vacation planning easier.
Complimentary theme park transportation via monorail, boat, bus, and Disney Skyliner

Free standard parking at hotels, theme parks, and water parks
Early access to dining reservations and Lightning Lane for your entire stay, as well as advanced access to purchase tickets to select special events.

Coming back in summer 2026, Disney Resort hotel guests can get free water park admission on their check-in day (subject to availability). Additional details, including specific dates, will be shared at a later time.

Get Even More Magic at Your Disney Resort
Whether guests are taking a day off from the theme parks or simply want to relax at their hotel, there’s no shortage of activities all from the convenience of their hotel.

Guests can enjoy resort activities, themed pools, character dining, and surprise character visits. When they stay at a Disney Resort hotel, they're staying as close as they can to the magic with everything they need. That includes the outstanding guest service and hospitality provided by our cast members.

Guests can book their 2026 Disney World vacations starting April 22 for travel dates through October 31, 2026. Please note that bookings for November and December 2026 will become available at a later date. Want to visit sooner? There are special offers available now for 2025 Disney Resort hotel stays and theme park tickets, including ways to save and enjoy limited-time fun this summer!

04/11/2025

Disney+ Subscribers: Enjoy Summer Savings with Great Rates at Disney Resorts Collection Hotels

Disney+ subscribers can enjoy summer savings with great rates on rooms at select Disney Resorts Collection hotels, starting from $99 per night. This offer is valid on 2-night stays or longer, most nights from June 29 to July 31, 2025. The offer is limited to the following room types:

$99 Per Night for Standard Rooms at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort
$169 Per Night for Woods View Rooms at Disney's Port Orleans Resort – Riverside
$229 Per Night for Cars Family Suites at Disney's Art of Animation Resort
$249 Per Night for Deluxe Studios at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort
$339 Per Night for Savanna View Rooms at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
Proof of a Disney+ subscription required, and must be submitted through the online form. A Disney+ subscriber with an active subscription must stay in the room

04/11/2025

It's not very frequent that Disney Cruise Line offers discounts so it's worth looking into if a Disney Cruise is in your near future. The 8 Disney cruises that I've been on have truly been my favorite trips I've ever taken.

04/11/2025

First Look at Disney’s Grand Floridian Lobby Renovation

Just minutes away from the Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has delighted guests with its Victorian charm and timeless atmosphere since 1988.

A celebration of the golden age of travel and Florida’s lavish seaside hotels, the resort is known for its unique theming and Disney hospitality – two qualities that will be honored during the renovation of the Grand Floridian lobby.

The lobby’s renovation marks the culmination of the resort’s multi-year refurbishment, which has included enhanced guest rooms, refreshed dining experiences, including the Michelin star-awarded Victoria & Albert’s, Cítricos, Narcoossee’s and 1900 Park Fare, and more.

Coming Soon: Grand Floridian Lobby Bar
There’s something special about walking into the Grand Floridian—the soft piano music, glowing chandeliers, and aromatic floral arrangements create a luxurious, yet relaxing atmosphere. And soon, guests will be able to take in this ambiance with a refreshing beverage in hand, thanks to the new lobby bar!

Inspired by the lobby’s iconic birdcage, the bar will pay tribute to the resort’s Victorian roots with intricate woodwork, stained glass, and brass accents. Guests may even spot colorful birds in the stained glass and murals throughout the atrium! Opposite the bar, guests will still find the Victorian cage-style elevator that fans know and love.

New Look, Same Grand Feel
The surrounding lobby, staircase and front desk will be refreshed with a mix of botanical accents and inviting colors to create an airy, garden-like atmosphere.

Disney Imagineers are approaching this refurbishment with great care and focus in maintaining the heart and story of the Grand Floridian, while adding fresh new life to the lobby for guests to enjoy.

As shown in the new rendering, the lobby will feature beautiful new carpeting with Victorian-inspired borders and scrollwork featuring hand-drawn florals inspired by turn-of-the-century botanical studies. Updated furnishings will blend rich finishes and brass accents with cozy, welcoming fabrics–plus a few playful touches inspired by Florida’s natural beauty and Victorian decorating trends.

The Magic of Staying at a Disney Resort Hotel
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is among the more than 25 Disney Resort hotels at The Most Magical Place on Earth – contributing to the nearly 29,000 guest rooms on Walt Disney World property. Guests at Disney Resort hotels like the Grand Floridian get a variety of special perks with an unbeatable location close to the magic. That’s in addition to the amazing cast members who deliver distinctly Disney service every day.

Whether guests are visiting for a once-in-a-lifetime celebration, an unforgettable meal or the Grand Floridian is their home away from home as a Disney Vacation Club member, the resort will continue to be one of the most special and unique places to stay on Disney World property.

And some things – like the warm welcome, the attention to detail, and that unmistakable feeling of stepping into somewhere truly special – will always stay the same.