Sneak Peak of Cars 3 Coming to Disney Parks; Modified Monorail Route on Select Days in May

Sneak Peak of "Cars 3" Coming to Disney Parks:

We are just over a month away from "Cars 3" racing into theaters. Soon guests will be able to the get a sneak peak of the film at both Disney California Adventure and Walt Disney World's Hollywood Studios.

At Disney California Adventure park, the preview of “Cars 3” will be presented in 3D with special in-theater effects at the Bug’s Life Theater, starting May 12. Beginning May 26, guests at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will get to see this advance look at a segment from the film as part of the One Man’s Dream attraction, where artwork and maquettes from the production will also be on display.
Blindsided by a new generation of blazing-fast racers, the legendary Lightning McQueen (voice of Owen Wilson) is suddenly pushed out of the sport he loves. To get back in the game, he will need the help of an eager young race technician, Cruz Ramirez (voice of Cristela Alonzo), with her own plan to win, plus inspiration from the late Fabulous Hudson Hornet and a few unexpected turns. Proving that #95 isn’t through yet will test the heart of a champion on Piston Cup Racing’s biggest stage!
Disney•Pixar’s “Cars 3” is directed by Brian Fee (storyboard artist “Cars,” “Cars 2“), produced by Kevin Reher (“A Bug’s Life,” “La Luna” short) and co-produced by Andrea Warren (“LAVA” short). 

Disney Pixar's "Cars 3" will cruise into theaters on June 16. 

Source: Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World Monorail to Have Modified Route on Select Days in May:

While Walt Disney World continues to update the infrastructure of the monorail, the monorail will run on a modified route on select days later this month. On days of the modified route, the resort monorail will make stops at the Polynesian Village Resort, Disney's Grand Floridian, and the Magic Kingdom. The Express Monorail will add a stop at Disney's Contemporary along the way to the Ticket and Transportation Center.

While all stations will still be in service, Disney is advising guests to allow additional travel time to their destinations and that they may notice a different way they board the monorail. The altered routes will be in effect on May 16 and 17, May 23 and 24, and May 30 from 11:30 a.m. until 6 p.m.

"Tangled" Returning to the Royal Theatre at Disneyland, Olaf is Coming to "Sofia the First", and More

"Tangled" Returning to the Royal Theater at Disneyland:

Beginning this Friday, guests visiting the Royal Theater at Disneyland will have "The Best Day Ever" when "Tangled" returns. It will return to tell the story of Rapunzel and Flynn Ryder all done by the amazing storytelling of resident Renaissance men, Messieurs Smythe and Jones. With the help of fellow villagers and some help from the audience members, both Smythe and Jones both lovers and legend and lore will weave their version of "Tangled" with equal doses of music, whimsy, humor, and heart. 

"The Royal Theatre Presents 'Tangled'" will play in repertory with Smythe and Jones adaptation of "Frozen." Each will be performed several times daily beginning this Friday. "Tangled" was the winner of the IAAPA Brass Ring Award in 2013.

Olaf is Coming to Disney Junior's "Sofia the First":

Disney Channel and Disney Junior's hit show "Sofia the First" will be getting a visit from a very lovable and huggable Disney character. Olaf, from Disney's hit animated film "Frozen," will be visiting Sofia in an upcoming episode. The episode will air on February 15 at 11:30/10:30 a.m. CST on the Disney Channel and at 7/6 p.m. CST on Disney Junior.

Josh Gad will reprise the voice of Olaf in the second of a four-part story arc of the show titled, "The Secret Library: Olaf and the Tale of Miss. Nettle." Also appearing in the episode will be Emmy-nominated actress Megan Mullally will voice the self-absorbed fairy Miss. Nettle, Sofia's flying horse that is voiced by Modern Family's Eric Stonestreet, and the Narrator that is voiced by Hugh Bonneville (Downton Abbey).

Before the episode airs, an illustrated e-book and storybook will be released on February 2. You will also be able to watch the episode early on WATCHDisneyJunior.com and on the WATCH Disney Junior App beginning on February 8th. 

That's not all "Frozen" fans as the Oscar-winning film will air on the Disney Channel for the first time ever on February 14 at at 7 p.m. EST/6 p.m. CST. 

Daytime Monorail Closures Will Continue Through March at Disney World:

Daytime closures of the Walt Disney World Monorail beginning today will continue through March 20, 2016 with modified hours during operation. Here is the rundown:

Express Monorail

• Closed between 11:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Wednesday's and Thursday's 
• 9:30 a.m. delayed opening on Monday's and Tuesday's

Resort Monorail

• 8:30 a.m. delayed opening on Monday's and Tuesday's

Epcot Monorail

• 9 a.m. delayed openings on Monday's and Tuesday's

Tickets Are Going Fast for Two New Events at Food & Wine; Magic Kingdom Monorail Hours Changed for Next Two Weeks

Tickets Are Going Fast for Two New Events at Food & Wine Festival:

We are just about a month away from this year's 20th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival that begins September 25th and runs through November 16th. Yesterday, on the Disney Parks Blog Pam Brandon revealed two new special events are quite popular this year and tickets are going fast.

The Rockin' Burger Block Party and the Yelloween Masquerade Party are the two new special events for this year's Food & Wine festival. The Rockin' Burger Block Party is set for the dates September 25, October 8, and November 6 from 7-9 p.m. The Yelloween Masquerade Party will take place on Halloween Night, October 31 from 7-9:30 p.m.

The Rockin' Burger Block Party is a designer burger party being held in World Showcase that will give guests the choice of tasting more than a dozen sliders at the party. Some burgers to be featured include: a coffee-crusted beef short rib burger topped with smoked Gouda, garlic potato string, and a sangria ketchup; a spiced lamb burger topped with feta, pickled watermelon rind, and a za'atar aioli; a mixed grill burger topped with a fried egg, bacon grease fries, and nacho cheese sauce.

For the non-meat eating crowd, a shrimp and scallop burger topped with spicy Thai slaw and a cilantro-lime mayo with a side of a smoked sea-salted fried edamame or a grilled grouper patty topped with butter-lettuce, vine-ripened tomato, and a lime aioli will be available.

For some sides with the burgers guests can taste these bites like: spicy-sticky pig wings, veggie pot stickers, cheeseburger spring rolls, mini-rolls, moonshine barbecued meatballs, chickpea and roasted corn fritters, and Caribbean spiced seafood cakes. For a sweat ending to the meal cinnamon roll fireball bread pudding with a cream cheese glaze, snickerdoodle-crusted apple custard crisp, and Vairhona chocolate ganache brownies will be the choices. The all-you-can-eat buffet will include craft beers, wines, cocktails, and more. A DJ will also be on hand for dancing and you will get to vote for the best burger of each night.

The October 8th party will be hosted by the hosts of ABC's "The Chew." Cost for the party will be $99 for just regular entry, $119 for a reserved table on the main floor and early admission at 6:45, or $199 for Nosh Pit seating with a private reserved table, early admission at 6:45, and a specialty cocktail and premium bar.

The Yelloween Masquerade Party is of course one night only on Halloween and will be a yellow and black costume themed to the night's featured drink, golden Champagne. Guests should think elegant and plan to eat, drink, and party the night away with special entertainment. General admission for the event will be $169 plus tax, $199 plus tax for a reserved table on the main floor with a specialty cocktail toast, or $319 plus tax for a private reserved table, early entrance at 6:45, specialty cocktail toast, artisanal cheese station, and more. 

Reservations for these two special events and other special events for this year's 20th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival can be made by calling 407-939-3378.

Magic Kingdom Express Monorail Hours Changing for the Next Two Weeks:

The monorail hours for the Magic Kingdom express monorailwill be changing for the next two weeks as it makes improvement to the monorail line. The Magic Kingdom Express monorail will open later on Monday through Wednesday and close for several hours mid-day on Thursdays for infrastructure improvements. The Resort Monorail will operate normally to the resorts and Ticket and Transportation Center, as well as Ferry Boats to the Ticket & Transportation Center, and the water transportation to the resorts will continue on as normal. Here is the schedule: