Hidden deep in a California valley near Walt Disney Animation Studios is the testing ground for all the technology seen at Disney Parks and experiences around the world. It’s a top secret area, but io9 and other members of the press were recently invited in for an up-close look at the animatronics for Tiana’s Bayou … Read more
Image: Disney Parks Innovations in theme park attractions have come a long way. Trackless rides are the way of the future at Disney Parks, Universal Studios Resorts, and other global amusement experiences. Here are 10 rides from around the world that fully immerse park-goers in the worlds of films and classic icons, including Star Wars, … Read more
Pixar Fest returns to the Disneyland Resort from April 26 through August 4. New this year is the “Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!” parade in Disney California Adventure Park, with appearances by more than two dozen Pixar characters—think Red Panda Mei from Turning Red, Joe Gardner from Soul, and more. At night, you’ll be able … Read more
Eat pizza-inspired treats at the new One Up cafe at Universal Studios Hollywood, which has opened to celebrate the new land’s one year anniversary. The thematic menu includes: Snacks: Super Mushroom Calzone: Mushroom-shaped calzone filled with pepperoni, sausage, mozzarella cheese, and tomato sauce 1-Up Mushroom Calzone: Mushroom-shaped calzone filled with spinach, green pepper, mushroom, mozzarella … Read more
Image: RSVLTS, BoxLunch, WB Shop, Hot Topic, Alamo Drafthouse, Heroes & Villains, JBL Valentine’s Day is on the horizon! So whether you’re partnered up or celebrating with friends, here are some fun fandom picks for gift-giving and beyond. Celebrate with ideas inspired by Lore Olympus, Shrek, Star Wars, Studio Ghibli, and more pop culture that evokes … Read more
Photo: Sabina Graves/Gizmodo Walt Disney World’s best and most underrated festival is going on right now at Epcot. Disney Parks’ International Festival of the Arts happens at the start of the year and showcases amazing artists debuting Disney-inspired art—and it’s truly any fandom print collector’s dream destination. This year, artists like Tim Rogerson, Fenway Fan, … Read more
Image: Disney Parks Season of the Force at Disneyland is returning to Disney Parks next year—and a beloved Star Wars ride will likely be getting an upgrade as part of the Star Wars attraction and experiences takeover, which annually brings new overlays, Lucasfilm merch, and galactic-themed foods. “Even AI Rappers are Harassed by Police” | … Read more
Image: Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products On November 7, the Empire State Building—a key location in Will Ferrell Christmas comedy Elf—will light up in green and yellow to pay tribute to the film’s 20th anniversary. Before the lighting at sunset, Warner Bros. Discovery will host a pop-up cart featuring treats inspired by the four food … Read more
Filmmaker David Gordon Green’s Disneyland biopic centering on Walt Disney and his brother Roy O. Disney is currently being held up… for now. We Rode the New Disney Coaster Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind The Exorcist: Believer director told io9 exclusively, “It’s on pause right now. There’s some rights issues.” The film from Green, who … Read more
Headlining Halloween at Walt Disney World is Not-So-Scary Halloween, which has one thing for everybody. To begin with, it’s a spot the place adults can trick or deal with in costume with out disgrace and carry as a lot sweet out of the park as remotely potential. Secondly, it’s spooky season as spookily foolish and … Read more