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Walt Disney World July 4 Fireworks Celebration

June 25th, 2010

Disney Fireworks Show

Lake Buena Vista, FL – Guests celebrating the Fourth of July at Walt Disney World Resort will have a choice of fireworks shows plus other patriotic treats – including appearances by “Benjamin Franklin” and “Betsy Ross.”

The spirit of the Fourth of July is up in the air after dark, and three Disney parks will be making a bang, with Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios presenting special pyrotechnics and Epcot adding a patriotic “tag” to its famous “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth” spectacular.

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Disney World at Night – ‘Summer Nightastic!’ With Parades, Fireworks, Concerts and a Dance Party

June 4th, 2010

Tinker Bell waves her magic wand from the basket of a dazzling balloon float

Lake Buena Vista, FL – Summer nights at Walt Disney World Resort will enchant theme park guests when glittering light magic, high adventure, dance fever, thrills and chills set the after-dark scene. From June 6 through Aug. 14, “Summer Nightastic!” lights up the entertainment experience at the Orlando Attraction with a megawatt parade, a fireworks extravaganza, a rockin’ dance party, concerts and other surprises.

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Star Wars Weekends at Disney World

May 15th, 2010

Star Wars Weekends at Disney

Star Wars Weekends
Each Friday-Sunday May 21-June 13, 2010

Orlando, FL – “The Force” returns to Walt Disney World Resort as Disney’s Hollywood Studios becomes “Star Wars Central” for guests of all ages during the annual sci-fi fan-fest.

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Epcot Flower & Garden Festival

March 2nd, 2010

Epcot Flower & Garden Festival 2010

Lake Buena Vista, FL – The 17th annual Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival kicks off March 3 – earlier than ever – and continues for 75 days through May 16, 2010, with bold strokes of seasonal color and brand-new topiary whimsy. Last year’s festival began March 18; now Walt Disney World guests get a head start on the gardening season as they explore exhibits and activities geared toward discovery and outdoor fun.
March 3 – May 16, 2010

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Year to Volunteer! Americans Helping Others in 2010 a Top New Year’s Resolution

January 3rd, 2010

Walt Disney Company President and CEO, Robert Iger (left), is joined by Teri Hatcher, James Denton and HandsOn Network President, Amy Smith (right), are joined by Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy for an announcement by Disney Parks at a volunteer event

Lake Buena Vista, FL – Pledges to lose weight or pay off debts typically find a way into conversations this time of year, as the anticipation of New Year’s resolutions approaches. However, according to a study from Disney Parks and HandsOn Network, 2010 may see a surge of helping hands and giving hearts, as more families resolve to volunteer.

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Florida New Year’s Eve Parties 2009-2010

December 8th, 2009

New Year’s Eve

In Florida we do things a little differently for New Years Eve. Instead of a big ball dropping like they do up there in New York City, we drop a big orange in Orlando and a Conch Shell in Key West and we’re just as likely to toast the new year with a Rum Runner as champagne. No matter how you choose to celebrate the arrival of 2010, here are some suggestions of places to go and things to do in Florida for New Year’s Eve.

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New Year’s Eve at Disney World

December 3rd, 2009

New Years at Disney World

Lake Buena Vista, FL – Dazzling fireworks showers, live entertainment and extended park hours throughout the Vacation Kingdom on Dec. 31 make it a popular spot to ring in the new year. The New Year’s Eve fun at Walt Disney World Resort will include nine parade performances – including one on water – topped off with five fireworks extravaganzas.

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Florida Christmas Events and Attractions – Holiday Lights, Theme Parks, Festivals and More

December 2nd, 2009

Cinderella’s Castle with Christmas Lights at the Magic Kingdom

Christmas time in Florida is celebrated differently than our neighbors to the north. Even with all the things to do in Florida, most of us still miss the snow, so we have to be more creative and therefore tend to go overboard with light and holiday displays. We even have Christmas Boat Parades, where captains decorate their vessels with lights and everything from sleighs to small castles.

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Christmas Events at Disney World

November 16th, 2009

Disney World Christmas

Lake Buena Vista, FL – Trees glisten and Cinderella Castle sparkles. “Snow” flurries flutter, adding a sprinkle of magic to the scene. The stage is set for the holidays at Walt Disney World Resort – complete with the debut of a “very merry” stage show and several new Candlelight Processional celebrity narrators, plus the return of grand seasonal traditions.

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La Cava del Tequila – Epcot’s Tibute to Tequila in the Mexico Pavilion

October 15th, 2009

Epcot's New Tequila Bar

Lake Buena Vista, FL – The heritage and tradition of tequila-making in Mexico unfolds for guests at La Cava del Tequila, a new offering at Epcot at Walt Disney World Resort.

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