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October 2007
 The new restaurant currently under construction in Animal Kingdom's Asia will be named Yeti
and Yak. To fit in with Anandapur, the fictional village that is home to Expedition Everest, the restaurant
will be themed as a rural village in the Himalayan foothills. The pan-Asian establishment will house both a table service
restaurant that seats 300 and a quick-service eatery that can hold 200 customers. The restaurant was announced in February
2006, and is set to open November 15, 2007
Magic Kingdom
Little Ones Extra Magic Hour - Add extra magic to your Little Ones Travel Time. Guests staying at a Walt Disney WorldŽ
Resort hotel can visit FantasylandŽ an hour early on Sunday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from August 26-October 28. Many
of your favorite rides will be open.
Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party
- October 4, 8, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 26, 28, 30, 31; and November 2, 2007
Guests are invited to dress in costumes and trick-or-treat through
the park from 7 p.m. to midnight each evening (after regular park closing). The party includes a parade and a bewitching fireworks
spectacular.
Epcot International Food and Wine Festival
- September 28 - November 11.
The festival features international tasting marketplaces and
a lineup of winemakers and guest chefs, elegant dinners, wine schools, tastings and pairings. More than 100 wineries offer
tastings, and guests can sample the marketplace cuisine in tasting portions ranging from $1 to $4.50.
In addition, the fest's nightly Eat to
the Beat! concert series will feature an even more varied lineup this year, including classic rock, oldies and
country performers.
At World Showcase, America Gardens Theatre. Show Times: 5:45
p.m., 7:00 p.m. and 8:15 p.m.
Schedule of Performers (subject to change)
Otis Day and
the Knights Sept. 30 - Oct. 1
The Beach Boys Oct. 2 - 3
The Original Family Stone Oct. 4 - 6
Sheena Easton Oct. 7
- 9
Starship starring Mickey Thomas Oct. 10 - 13
David Cassidy Oct. 14 - 16
Little Richard Oct. 17-18
Juice Newton
Oct. 19 - 21
The Four Tops Oct. 22 - 25
The Village People Oct. 26 - 27
The Outlaws Oct. 28 - 30
Jon Secada Oct.
31 - Nov. 3
Chubby Checker and the Wildcats Nov. 4 - 6
The Contours featuring Sylvester Potts Nov. 7 - 8
David Sanborn
Nov. 9 - 11
Little Ones Travel Time,
a new program that started last year, will return this
year slightly later in the season. From August 30 through October 28, Walt Disney World will host a variety
of special activities for families vacationing with toddlers and preschoolers, including Playhouse
Disney in Concert with Disney Channel favorites like The Doodlebops, Johnny and the Sprites and Dan Zanes.
Admission is included with valid Theme Park ticket.
All performances take place in the Coaster Courtyard Concert
Stage, located in the lot adjacent to Rock 'n' Roller Coaster. Seating is limited.
Shows will be presented at 10 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 12:15 p.m. and
1:45 p.m.
Tickets for all shows are distributed on a first-come, first-served
basis each day upon park opening from the Information Table located next to the Coaster Courtyard Concert Stage. Tickets will
be distributed beginning at 9am each performance day (8am on Extra Magic Hour mornings).
Choo Choo Soul - October 4 - 7, 2007
Ralph's World -- October 11 – 14, 2007
Johnny & the Sprites -- October 18 – 21, 2007
Little
Ones will delight in learning about music, making friends, and finding the magic within themselves.
Dan Zanes and Friends -- October 25 – 28, 2007
Dan
Zanes’ folksy rock songs are sure to get the little ones singing and dancing, and the grownups will have just as much
fun as their toddlers!
Note: All Playhouse Disney in Concert performers, dates, and
times are subject to change without notice.
Disney's Wide World of Sports
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror 13K is
a new running event that debuts October 27, 2007. (There is also a 6.5K race for those who don't want to run the entire 13K
course.) The event, the first night race in the Endurance Series at Walt Disney World, is part of the celebration of the 13th
anniversary of The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror attraction. Entry fees for this event include an exclusive race party that
will last from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., with a live band and the chance to ride the following attractions: The Twilight Zone Tower
of Terror, Rock 'n' Roller Coaster starring Aerosmith, and The Great Movie Ride. For details, or to register for The Twilight
Zone Tower of Terror 13K, visit www.disneysports.com.
The PGA TOUR's final stop of the fall season at the Walt Disney World Resort will now be known
as the Children's Miracle Network Classic. A milestone multi-year agreement between the PGA TOUR, Walt Disney
World Resort and Children's Miracle Network was recently signed, and runs through 2012. This year's event is scheduled for
October 29 - November 4, and will be held on the Magnolia and Palm courses at Walt Disney World Resort. GOLF CHANNEL will
televise all four rounds of competition.
November 2007
Disney-MGM Studios
ABC Super Soap Weekend - November
10 - 11, 2007 -- One weekend each fall, stars from the ABC soap operas make appearances at the Disney-MGM Studios. Park
Guests are treated to a spectacular interactive weekend with their favorite actors and actresses from the ABC Daytime dramas
All My Children, One Life to Live, and General Hospital.
Osborne Family Spectacle of
Lights:
November 12, 2007 - January 6, 2008 -- The
Streets of America backlot cityscape at Disney-MGM Studios comes alive with millions of sparkling lights each evening. The
lightshow is in collaboration with Arkansas businessman Jennings Osborne, who developed the display for his daughter. The
dazzling spectacle is included with Disney-MGM Studios admission.
Epcot
Epcot International Food and Wine Festival
- September 28 - November 11.
The festival features international tasting marketplaces and
a lineup of winemakers and guest chefs, elegant dinners, wine schools, tastings and pairings. More than 100 wineries offer
tastings, and guests can sample the marketplace cuisine in tasting portions ranging from $1 to $4.50.
In addition,
the fest's nightly Eat to the Beat! concert series will feature an even more varied lineup
this year, including classic rock, oldies and country performers.
At World Showcase, America Gardens Theatre. Show Times: 5:45
p.m., 7:00 p.m. and 8:15 p.m.
Schedule of Performers (subject to change)
Jon Secada
Oct. 31 - Nov. 3
Chubby Checker and the Wildcats Nov. 4 - 6
The Contours featuring Sylvester Potts Nov. 7 - 8
David
Sanborn Nov. 9 - 11
Holidays Around the World
- November 23 - December 30, 2007. Continues an
Epcot tradition with storytellers, a character tree-lighting ceremony daily, a stunning display of snow-white lights, and
Candlelight Processional -- guest narrators accompanied by a massed choir and orchestra for a retelling of the Christmas story.
The holiday fun is included with regular Epcot admission.
Candlelight Processional - The updated list of Epcot's Candlelight Processional
celebrity narrators for the upcoming 2007 holiday season includes (subject to change):
November 23-25: David Robinson
November 26-28: John O'Hurley
November 29-December 1: Neil Patrick Harris
December 2-4: Dennis Franz
December 5-7: Monique Coleman
December
8-10: Steven Curtis Chapman
December 11-13: Chita Rivera
December 14-16: Isabella Rossellini
December 17-19: Kirk
Cameron
December 20-22: Edward James Olmos
December 23-25: Gary Sinise
December 26-28: Rita Moreno
December
29-30: Marlee Matlin
Magic Kingdom
Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween
Party - November 2, 2007
Guests are invited to dress in costumes and trick-or-treat
through the park from 7 p.m. to midnight each evening (after regular park closing). The party includes a parade and a bewitching
fireworks spectacular.
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas
Party -- November 12, 15, 16, 25, 27, 29, 30; December 2, 4, 6, 7, 9, 11, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21, 2007 Holiday
merriment fills Magic Kingdom. There are special holiday shows, fireworks and treats. For ticket information, guests can contact
407/W-DISNEY.
Disney Cruise Line - Pirates of Castaway Cay Pin Event - November
11-15, 2007
Pirates have invaded Castaway Cay! Join Mickey Mouse
and friends for a swashbuckling pin adventure aboard the Disney WonderŽ Ship. This Disney Pin Trading event will feature an
adventurous 4-night Bahamian cruise with unique dining experiences, spectacular entertainment, a visit to Castaway Cay, and,
of course, pins!
Just call 1-877-439-8747 and ask for the Disney
Pin Trading Package. Package must be booked prior to Sunday, November 11, 2007.
The PGA TOUR's final stop of the fall season at the Walt Disney World Resort will now be known as the Children's
Miracle Network Classic. A milestone multi-year agreement between the PGA TOUR, Walt Disney World Resort and Children's
Miracle Network was recently signed, and runs through 2012. This year's event is scheduled for October 29 - November 4, and
will be held on the Magnolia and Palm courses at Walt Disney World Resort. GOLF CHANNEL will televise all four rounds of competition.
Festival of the Masters - November 9 - 11, 2007 - Downtown
Disney - Inspire your artistic side at one of the most acclaimed and eclectic open air art festivals in the country. Voila!
You're in the picture.
December 2007
MouseFest 2007! 4 Night
Wonder Cruise December 2-6; December 6-10 Land Events; December 8 MegaMouseMeet - Join Deb Wills, Jennifer and Dave Marx (PassPorter) and many more special guests for fun times onboard
the Disney Wonder and at Walt Disney World!
Disney-MGM Studios
Osborne Family Spectacle of
Lights:
November 12, 2007 - January 6, 2008 -- The
Streets of America backlot cityscape at Disney-MGM Studios comes alive with millions of sparkling lights each evening. The
lightshow is in collaboration with Arkansas businessman Jennings Osborne, who developed the display for his daughter. The
dazzling spectacle is included with Disney-MGM Studios admission.
Epcot
Holidays Around the World
- - November 23 - December 30, 2007
continues an Epcot tradition with storytellers, a character tree-lighting ceremony daily, a stunning display of snow-white
lights, and Candlelight Processional -- guest narrators accompanied by a massed choir and orchestra for a retelling of the
Christmas story. The holiday fun is included with regular Epcot admission.
Candlelight Processional
--
The updated list of Epcot's Candlelight Processional
celebrity narrators for the upcoming 2007 holiday season includes (subject to change):
November 23-25: David Robinson
November 26-28: John O'Hurley
November 29-December 1: Neil Patrick Harris
December 2-4 : Dennis Franz (Note: December 2 Community Relations Night
event at 5:00 p.m.-- no Candlelight Processional Dinner Packages available.)
December 5-7: Monique Coleman
December
8-10: Steven Curtis Chapman
December 11-13: Chita Rivera
December 14-16: Isabella Rossellini
December 17-19: Kirk
Cameron
December 20-22: Edward James Olmos
December 23-25: Gary Sinise
December 26-28: Rita Moreno
December
29-30: Marlee Matlin
Lights of Winter - World Showcase Plaza --
Each night at sunset, enjoy this dazzling lighted canopy that dances to holiday music over the walkway that links Future World
and World Showcase
Magic Kingdom
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas
Party -- November 12, 15, 16, 25, 27, 29, 30; December 2, 4, 6, 7, 9, 11, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21, 2007 Holiday
merriment fills Magic Kingdom. There are special holiday shows, fireworks and treats. For ticket information, guests can contact
1-877-439-8747.
Downtown Disney
Festival of the Seasons
Dates to be Announced.
Disney's Wide World of Sports
Pop Warner Superbowl - Dates to be Announced.
Pop Warner Super Bowl and National Cheer and Dance Championships http://www.popwarner.com/
New Year's Eve Celebrations at WDW
to be announced.
Disney-MGM Studios
Osborne Family Spectacle of
Lights:
November 12, 2007 - January 6, 2008 -- The
Streets of America backlot cityscape at Disney-MGM Studios comes alive with millions of sparkling lights each evening. The
lightshow is in collaboration with Arkansas businessman Jennings Osborne, who developed the display for his daughter. The
dazzling spectacle is included with Disney-MGM Studios admission.
WDW Marathon Weekend -
January 10-13, 2008. Visit www.disneyworldmarathon.com for details. The 2008 event
will again consist of a split-day format with the Walt Disney World Half Marathon scheduled for January 12, 2007 and the Walt
Disney World Marathon on January 13, 2007. The marathons are SOLD OUT!
Disney's Dreamers Academy January 17-20 - with Steve Harvey, an enrichment event with a special appeal
for African American high-schoolers, brings 100 teens from across the U.S. to Walt Disney World Resort Jan. 17-20 for interactive
workshops, motivational talks with sports and entertainment celebrities, and discussions led by Disney cast members and executives
sharing their blueprint for success.
In early 2008, Downtown Disney will sport
a new themed dining experience -- T-Rex: A Prehistoric Family Adventure, A Place to Eat, Shop, Explore and DiscoverŽ.
The restaurant will be home to life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, a dig site and much more. The table service restaurant will
feature waterfalls and geysers, and, as the name indicates, there will also be a retail shop.
February 2008
ESPN The Weekend Feb. 29-March 2, at Disney's Hollywood Studios. The weekend features on-site ESPN telecasts, star motorcades, interactive sports activities,
and Q&A sessions involving athletes. The fun is included with regular admission to the theme park.
In early 2008, Downtown Disney will sport
a new themed dining experience -- T-Rex: A Prehistoric Family Adventure, A Place to Eat, Shop, Explore and DiscoverŽ.
The restaurant will be home to life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, a dig site and much more. The table service restaurant will
feature waterfalls and geysers, and, as the name indicates, there will also be a retail shop.
The Atlanta Braves return to the Wide World of Sports for Spring
Training.
Disney's Wide World of Sports
2008 Soccer Tournament Dates
President's Day Soccer Festival 2/16-18/08
15th International Flower
and Garden Festival - March 19 - June 1.
Toy Story Mania - Coming in 2008 to the Disney-MGM Studios
The Atlanta Braves return to the Wide World of Sports for Spring
Training.
Disney's Wide World of Sports
- 2008 Soccer Tournament Dates
Memorial Day Soccer Shootout 5/23-26/2008
Six
N Sun Soccer Fun 6/13-15/2008
April 2008
Epcot
15th International Flower and
Garden Festival - March 19 - June 1.
May 2008
Epcot
15th International Flower and
Garden Festival - March 19 - June 1.
Teddy Bear and Doll Weekend May 16-18
June 2008
Epcot
15th International Flower and
Garden Festival - March 19 - June 1.
Disney-MGM Studios
Star Wars Weekends
-Usually held in June
UNofficial Gay Days in Orlando - Typically the first weekend
in June -- this is NOT a Disney sponsored event. It is an annual gathering in Orlando with designated park
days.
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