Cabana Bay Resort
Recently on our stay at Universal Orlando Resort we had the privilege of staying at the Loews Cabana bay Resort.
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-Now Open Again – The Little Known Spring Roll Cart at Magic Kingdom
One of the great things about living close to Disney and being an annual passholder is getting to take my
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Busch Gardens Tampa Opening June 11
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay announced it is reopening on June 11 under a reservation system to limit park capacity. All
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Reopening of Dollywood and Dollywood’s Splash Country
Dollywood has released the dates for the reopening of the Smokies friendlies theme parks. Dollywood and Dollywood’s Splash Country will
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Shanghai Disneyland to Reopen
In a letter to the Disney Parks Blog, Dr Pamela Hymel speaks of Shanghi Disneyland reopening on May 11th. In
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2019 Easter Eggs at the Grand Floridian
Please let us know in your comments what your favorite Egg is?
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Spaceship Earth Closing May 26th
Spaceship Earth at Epcot is a park icon that visitors will see when they get within a couple miles of
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Boarding Group Return Time Changed For Rise Of The Resistance At Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Disney has reportedly made a major change to the way it does boarding groups for Star Wars: Rise of
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Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend – A Family Event
Have you ever wondered what it is like to participate in a runDisney weekend? Check out this guest post by our friend and fellow theme park dad, Jonathan Black.
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Buy Busch Gardens, Get Adventure Island Free
2020 Fun Card Busch Gardens Tampa Bay + Get Adventure Island FREE Right now at Busch Gardens when you pay for one
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Regal Eagle Smokehouse Coming to Epcot
What can be more American than barbecue! Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue is coming to…
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New Room Discount Drops Today at Walt Disney World!!!
Room Discounts Are Here! Disney just released a discount on rooms for spring and summer. Participating Disney Deluxe Villas –
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Special Pricing For Dollywood Seasonal Passes Ends today!!!!
Today is the last day to take advantage of Dollywood special pricing on their season passes. If you’re getting the
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Free Dining Plans at Walt Disney World!!!!
Disney announced today that they are offering free dining plans at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. To
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#DisneyParksLIVE: Fantasy in the Sky Fireworks Dec. 31 at 11:45 p.m. ET
If you are like us you love Disney and would love to go to Disney on New Year’s Eve to
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Going to Disney for Something It Does Not Have
One of my favorite reasons to go to Disney is for something it doesn’t have. What would that be?
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Disney Skyline Resumes Operation….
After more than a week and with some testing, the Disney Skyliner has officially reopened. Starting today (October 14, 2019),
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Food Finds at the Epcot Food & Wine Festival
Here are my Top 6 Food & Wine Festival finds from this past weekend. My number 1 is so good I am going to get it every time I go back to the festival.
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Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle at Universal Resort Orlando
Starting September 14th through November 15th you can experience the Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle at Hogsmeade inside the Universal
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Disney Calendar Week of 9/15/19
Magic Kingdom is so much fun in the fall. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is happening on three different nights this week. Visit themeparkdads.com for details on happenings at all the parks.
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Walker Mobility Scooter Rental
Recently while attending Walt Disney World my family stayed on property at the Pop Century Resort. This for us was
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Thoughts and Video of Opening Day at Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge
I went to Galaxy’s Edge on opening day and here is what to expect if you go during the early first few days. First of all, be prepared to…
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Budget Disney Meals
When going to Disney most people will try to save money on food. One way you can save some money
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Sensory Break Areas in Magic Kingdom
For guests with sensory disorders the thought of going to a crowded theme park can be overwhelming. Here at Theme Park Dads we want to help take some of the mystery out…
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New Photos at Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios
Disney is releasing a series of animated or moving photos at Walt Disney World. We had the fun experience of
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Annual Pass vs. Single Day Admission
So recently I have been asked whether I thought you should buy an annual pass or 4 single day park
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Takumi-Tei Restaurant Now Open in Japan Pavilion at Epcot
Takumi-Tei restaurant is a new dining experience located in Epcot at the Japanese Pavilion. This upscale Japanese restaurant was built
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Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge Map Now On My Disney Experience App
If you are like me and explore the My Disney Experience App even when you have no reason to do
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Universal’s Epic Universe To Be Third Universal Theme Park In Orlando
Universal announced at the Orange County Convention Center today they are developing a third theme park call Universal’s Epic Universe.
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Disney Announces Free Dining Plan Dates for Fall 2019
There is a good reason to be excited about the free dining plan dates for fall 2019 Disney announced on
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Rivers of Light: We Are One
“Rivers of Light: We are One” is the next evolution of this wonderful night time show at Animal Kingdom. If
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Disney Travel Agents
When Theme Park Dads look to stay on site at Disney, Universal or any other Orlando Resort, we book through
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Upgrade Your MagicBand
It’s like Christmas for the whole family when you open that package in the mail. You know the one I
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New Extra, Extra Magic Hours to Coincide with the Opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
We have some great news from the Disney Parks Blog for fans looking forward to the opening of Star Wars:
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30th Anniversary at Hollywood Studios
This month kicks off the 30th anniversary of the opening of Hollywood Studios. For this event Disney is selling some
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210 Minute Wait!!!!!
Recently while at Hollywood Studios we went and hung out in Toy Story Land to ride Slinky Dog Dash. Now
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Art of Animation Resort
We are staying at the Art of Animation Resort at Walt Disney World in Orlando Florida. This resort hotel has
Read moreNapping under the Big Top at the Magic Kingdom
We found out early on with our daughter that if you plan to go all day at a theme park
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Top 7 Free Things to Do at Walt Disney World
Did you know there are actually quite a few things you can do at Disney without going into the parks
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Disney Music on Apple Music
Do you like listening to Disney Parks music? Well if you do then I have great news for you. If
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Take on Tigris at Busch Gardens
Busch Gardens Tampa is bring the newest thrill ride rollercoaster called Tigris. Tigris is a touted as the Florida’s tallest
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New Epcot Night Spectaculars
Disney announced recently that they will end the 20 year run of “Illuminations: Reflection of Earth” on September 30, 2019.
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Tonga Toast: Yummy Sweet Breakfast Goodness
Tonga Toast is a very popular breakfast dish at Disney’s Polynesian Resort and for good reason. It is a square
Read moreThe Purple Wall in Magic Kingdom
Have you heard of the Purple Wall in Magic Kingdom? It’s called the Purple Wall because it’s, as you might
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Dates Announced for the 2019 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival and Epcot International Festival of the Holidays
The 2019 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival will run from August 29 through November 23. At 87 days it
Read moreJessie’s Critter Carousel Now Open @ Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Park
A new ride in California has opened called Jessie’s Critter Carousel. The new ride is located at Pixar Pier in
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Harmony Barbershop @ Disney Magic Kingdom
Ever go on vacation and realize you forgot to get a haircut? Maybe you’re like me and you just like
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April’s 2019 Sweet Treats @ Disney Parks Coast to Coast
This month both Disneyland Resort in California and Walt Disney World Resort in Florida will be having special treats. The
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Tweetsie Railroad Now Open
Tweetsie Railroad is now open! The famous high country theme park opened April 5th 2019 for the season which will
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Meet Bo Peep @ Hollywood Studios and Other Disney Parks this Summer
Pixar’s Toy Story 4 is set to release this summer. If you have been watching the trailers then you have
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7 Best Character Meals
#7 Tusker House Number seven on my list is the Tusker House at Animal Kingdom. This is a breakfast experience,
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Select Disney After Hours Events at Magic Kingdom this Summer to Feature Disney Villains
For those of you unfamiliar with Disney After Hours, it is an opportunity for guests to experience the parks for
Read moreBreaking News: Disney Announces New Star Wars Crossover Movie With Marvel
Disney made a major announcement earlier today regarding what will be its largest movie project ever. Filming is set to
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Popcorn, Get your Popcorn….
Greasy fingers One of the best things, whether you’re going to a movie or a theme park, popcorn has to
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Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to Open in Two Phases
Disney Parks Blog announced earlier this month that Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will open on May 31 at Disneyland Resort
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Every Outdoor Kitchen Menu at the 2019 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival
What looks good to you?
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Don’t Be That Dad: The Forced Fun Dad
So, you are going to spend a lot of money on a vacation to Walt Disney World because you love
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Camping @ Disney
One of the questions I get asked a lot is “is camping at Disney worth it†The answer is yes.
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