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Joining forces with one of Hollywood’s most iconic brands, runDisney is creating another transportive race weekend – the Star Wars Half Marathon Weekend presented by Sierra Nevada Corporation at Disneyland Resort. The intergalactic journey begins January 15 and runs through January 18, 2015. The Star Wars event is the fourth runDisney race weekend scheduled for 2015 at Disneyland Resort, doubling the number of races held in 2013. The new race weekend offers runners a variety of race experiences for all levels, from Padawans to Jedi Masters – kids races, a 5K, a 10K and a half marathon. And for those who show an event greater strength for the Force, there will be a two-race challenge involving the 10K and the half marathon with a commemorative medal awaiting every finisher. In addition, there will be a slew of family-friendly events throughout the weekend, including a Health and Fitness Expo and a Star Wars-themed pre-race party, plus popular Star Wars and Disney charact

Rock Your Disney Side Transportation Information: From Walt Disney World Resort hotels, bus transportation is set to begin at 5:15am on Friday May 23, 2014, continuing through the entire 24 hour event. Resort launches will start at 5:15am. If you are arriving by car, the Transportation and Ticket Center parking lot will be opening at 4:30am on May 23, 2014. The ferry boat and monorail service from the TTC to the Magic Kingdom will begin at 5:15am. The Resort monorail will be operating from 5:15am on May 23 to 3:30am on May 24, then from 5:30am on May 24 to 1am on May 25. The Express monorail will be operating from 5:15am on May 23 to 7am on May 24. The Epcot monorail will be operating from 8am on May 23 to 1am on May 24, then from 3:30am on May 24 to 11pm on May 24.

In order to help you plan your 24 hours in the Magic Kingdom here is a list of all the rides that will be available, as well as their hours of operation. Plans are subject to change, so check in the park for any last minute changes. Adventureland Jungle Cruise - 6am to 6am The Magic Carpets of Aladdin - 6am to 6am Pirates Adventure - 6am to 5am Pirates of the Caribbean - 6am to 5am Swiss Family Treehouse - 6am to 6am Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room - 6am to 6am Frontierland Big Thunder Mountain Railroad - 6am to 6am Country Bear Jamboree - 6am to 6am Splash Mountain - 6am to 5:30am Tom Sawyer Island - 8am to approx 7pm Fantasyland Ariel’s Grotto - 6am to 6am Casey Jr Splash n Soak Station - 6am to 6am Dumbo - 6am to 2:30am and 4:30am to 6am Enchanted Tales with Belle - 6am to 6am “it’s a small world” - 6am to 4am Mad Tea Party - 6am to 11:45pm and 3am to 6am Mickey’s PhilharMagic - 6am to 6am Pete’s Silly Sideshow - 8am to 11pm

The "Rock Your Disney Side" 24 hour event at the Magic Kingdom is a day away, starting at 5:50am on Friday morning. These times will not appear on the times guide, and as always are subject to change. Appearances will likely be intermittent during the times listed and have yet to be confirmed by Disney. Bowler Hat Guy near Space Mountain - 1:45am to 5:45am Cruella De Vil roaming Town Square - 2:15am to 5:45am Captain Hook near Peter Pan’s Flight - 1:45am to 5:45am Captain Jack Sparrow near Pirates of the Caribbean - 11:00pm to 5:00am Dr Facillier at the Glade in Liberty Square - 2:15am to 5:45am Frontierland Dance Party - Minnie, Chip n Dale wearing PJs 2:15am to 5:15am Hades and Meg, Pain and Panic near Story Book Circus entrance - 2:15am to 5:45am Jafar Adventureland Agrabah - 1:45am to 5:45am Lotso and Big Bad Wolf at the Town Square flag pole - 1:45am to 5:45am Queen of Hearts near Teacups - 1:45am to 5:45am &qu

Plan ahead with the entertainment line-up for this weekends 24 hour Rock Your Disney Side Event at the Magic Kingdom Park: Welcome Show and Rope Drop Friday: 5:50am, Main Entrance Disney's Up All Night Dance Party Saturday: 2am - 5:45am, Cinderella Castle Hub It's Good to Be Bad! Main Street Electrical pre-parade A brood of Disney Villains will have a place in the Magic Kingdom 24-hour celebration, including Maleficent, Cruella De Vil and such rarely spotted baddies as the Big Bad Wolf, Stromboli from “Pinocchio,” and Bowler Hat Guy from “Meet the Robinsons.” Friday: 10:45pm and Saturday: 12:45am Frontierland Dance Party Saturday: 2am - 5:15am, Frontierland #INCREDIBLESuperDanceParty Friday: 4:30pm to 10pm, Tomorrowland Incredibles Super Movie Night Friday: 11pm - 5am, Tomorrowland Special Character Greetings Begins Friday throughout the park Move It Shake It Celebrate It Friday: 10am featuring Disney heroes, 1:30pm featuring Disn

A HUGE thank you to the Pakosta-Weegar Family from Chicago for trusting me with their weekend at the Walt Disney World Resort! A little bit of pre-planning went a long way and the family was able to visit all four Theme Parks and see the attractions that they wanted - with an experienced tour guide and someone who loves Disney as much as the kids, it's a sure bet that you will make some memories to last a lifetime!  If you are interested in touring Disney and making the most of your time in the parks, contact me at mikeandthemouse@me.com and I'll get you a quick quote!

Rock Your Disney Side 24 Hour Event in the Magic Kingdom Park is just a few weeks away! Will you be joining me? This will definitely be the "World's Largest Meet-Up" and you won't want to miss any of the 86,400 seconds of fun, music, laughter and excitement that will surely take place throughout the day and night at the Magic Kingdom Park! Come and be a part of the fun and book your vacation now! To learn more about the event and get some vital "know before you go" information, check out rockyourdisneyside.com Click the banner below to find out how you can be a part of the biggest party on earth!

Disney has just released everyone's favorite promotion once again, free dining at Disney World! Free dining at Disney World is currently available only for Disney Visa card holders, but will be available to everyone on May 7. This amazing offer is available for select dates from the end of August through December 2014. If you are staying at a value resort, your family will receive the Quick Service Dining plan for FREE while families staying at a moderate, deluxe, or deluxe villa resort will receive the Disney Dining Plan for FREE. The quick service dining plan can be upgraded to the regular plan for $18.65 per person per day ($3.20 for children). The Free Dining at Disney World promotion is available for the following dates: • August 31 - October 3 • October 26 - November 1 • November 9 - November 20 • December 12 - December 23 Disney Value Resorts ~ Quick Service Dining Plan Included • All-Star Music Resort • All-Star Sports Resort • Pop Century

Photo COPYRIGHT Walt Disney World Company In an attempt to make Disney's Animal Kingdom a "full day" theme park, the new nighttime shows "Rivers of Light" was unveiled last week at Walt Disney World's summer media event. Disney is promising an extremely innovative show that will feature technology not yet seen in any Disney Park. A combination of live music, floating lanterns, water screens and swirling animal imagery will entertain guests on the beautiful Discovery River that is nestled between Discovery Island and Expedition Everest. This stellar production should be the perfect end to a day of adventure at Disney's Animal Kingdom. No opening date was given but when it's announced, we'll let you know.

Harambe Nights, a dazzling theatrical production based on the beloved Disney classic film, “The Lion King,” and an energetic street party with gourmet dining will debut in June 2014 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Oscar-winning movie, it was announced today. A 55-minute theatrical extravaganza, “The Lion King Concert in the Wild” comprises celebrity narrators, a live orchestra, choir and special effects to present the story of Simba’s coming of age like never before.  A lively welcome reception and the post-show street party featuring Afro-pop rhythms, performers and a buffet of culinary creations keep the celebration rocking through the evening. The theme park’s first-ever ticketed special event will welcome guests every Saturday from June 7 through August 9 to this memorable evening of theatrical storytelling, inspired dining, live music and dance amid the non-stop fun of an immersive street party. It all begins with a welcome reception in the park’s Harambe

As work continues on the re-imagining of Downtown Disney to Disney Springs, a multi-year transformation into a high-energy destination that will double the retail and offer innovative new dining options, Walt Disney World guests continue to enjoy more than 70 themed and immersive shopping, dining and entertainment venues day and night. For summer 2014, immersive outdoor entertainment will bring Downtown Disney to life, with nine different acts scheduled nightly – more than 30 live performances daily, a free highlight of the Downtown Disney experience. And special events like Car Masters Weekend (June 14-15) puts the spotlight on classic and exotic cars for Father’s Day weekend, and includes character experiences featuring favorite Disney*Pixar “Cars” characters. New this summer for Downtown Disney: Two new Starbucks locations – a storefront at Downtown Disney West Side and a kiosk near World of Disney at Downtown Disney Marketplace. Look for the familiar green roof

Hold on for the most twisty, turny, rollicking summer ever for Walt Disney World Resort. From the crowning jewel that completes the largest expansion in Magic Kingdom history, a breathtaking new parade that winds its way down Main Street U.S.A., to elevating the guest experience with MyMagic+, guests are rocking their Disney Side in 2014. Here are the gems guests will find: Seven Dwarfs Mine Train: The lovable world of Sleepy, Doc, Grumpy, Bashful, Sneezy, Happy and Dopey comes to life in a rollicking, musical ride into the mine “where a million diamonds shine.” Inspired by the Disney animated film classic “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” the family-style coaster will feature first-of-its-kind ride vehicles mounted in cradle-like pivots that allow the vehicles to swing back and forth during the twists and turns of the ride. Adding to the fun, the journey will be accompanied by beloved music from the film classic and riders will be greeted by animated figures of Snow Wh

Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, the crowning jewel of New Fantasyland in the Magic Kingdom, will officially open to Walt Disney World guests on May 28, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Tom Staggs announced today at a media preview of the attraction. Staggs made the announcement during a dedication of the attraction, which completes New Fantasyland, the largest expansion in the history of the Magic Kingdom. “Seven Dwarfs Mine Train is both literally and figuratively the centerpiece of New Fantasyland, so we knew it had to be something special,” Staggs said. “The attraction appeals to everyone in the family and provides just the right blend of heart, humor, and thrill while keeping with the charm of this special land.” Seven Dwarfs Mine Train is a rocking, rollicking family-style coaster that will immerse Magic Kingdom guests in the lovable world of Sleepy, Doc, Grumpy, Bashful, Sneezy, Happy and Dopey. Inspired by the Disney animated film classic “Snow White and