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Into the thick of Halloween we go with nighttime Marvel surprises at Disney Parks, all the haunts in full swing at both Universal Studiosand festive fun at Knott’s Scary Farm—and let’s not forget the immersive scene with neighborhoods like Cemetery Lane celebrating classic horror.
Find out what to visit this month and what’s in store for the winter holidays (yes, already) in this week’s theme park news!
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Werewolf by Night
Lurking in the moonlight at Avengers Campus is Jack Russell from Werewolf by Night, the Marvel Studios Halloween special directed by Michael Giacchino. It’s really brilliant to have this particular character show up in the theme parks and have them be available to run into during normal nighttime hours and not just Oogie Boogie Bash. Still holding out for She-Hulk though!
Wakanda Forever
M’Baku is due at Avengers Campus in time for the release of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. The fan favorite character joins Black Panther and the Dora Milaje for in-park appearances.
Cosmic Christmas Mix
“The Guardians will trade their classic hits playlist for a new holiday song for a limited time this holiday season. Guests will get the chance to help save the galaxy on the attraction they know and love all while rocking out to a mash-up of classic holiday tunes.” New York Comic Con guests found this out during the Disney parks panel.
Magic Band Is Coming to Disneyland This Month
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Magic bands are rolling out on the West Coast on October 26! You’ll be able to play more immersive games like Batuu Bounty Hunters in Galaxy’s Edge and experience nighttime spectaculars in new ways too.
Disney Animation Celebrates 100 Years
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Starting January 27, the Disneyland resort will kick off events for disney 100/ Debuting for the festivities will be World of Color – One at Disney California Adventure, a new spectacular nighttime that will span Disney’s century of stories with a new song, “Start a Wave.” At Disneyland, the castle, as well as other park monuments, will come to life with a new show that will project Disney’s history in animation to the tune of a new song, “It’s Wondrous,” and light up the sky on select nights. Over at Toontown, Mickey’s Runaway Railway will open ahead of the area’s completion and “Magic Happens” will make its much-awaited return as the resort’s new parade, following a short run after its initial debut in 2020.
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Hyperspace Lounge on the Disney Wish
We wish we could try this drink at the Hyperspace Lounge; alas, it’s only available on a DisneyCruise.
America Chavez at Sea!
Marvel Studios Star Xochitl Gomez Tours the Disney Wish! | Disney Cruise Line
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness actress Xochitl Gomez recently sailed on the Disney Wish, Disney Cruise’s newest ship, to experience interactive Marvel experiences at sea. Check out the video above where America Chavez herself tries out the Avengers: Quantum Encounter dining experience and explores the Marvel Superhero Academy.
The Holidays Begin This November
We can already smell the gingerbread baking! We’re so excited for the holidays at the Disneyland Resort, which will start on November 11, 2022. Our Christmas wish is that the Muppets come back to carol around the park during normal operating hours.
Puppet Laugh Break at Knott’s Scary Farm
Go get weird at this live improv Henson production in between screaming in mazes at Knott’s Scary Farm. Trust us!
Classic Monster Mash at Cemetery Lane
Can’t wait for Cemetery Lane, which opens October 19; Classic monsters and icons will grace the grounds of an immersive Los Angeles neighborhood museum for tricks and treats.
Horror Nights Behind The Scenes
Halloween Horror Nights’ John Murdy recently got a profile at Discover Universal that dives deep into his mad singular genius, for those who wonder just how IPs like Halloween get picked to become houses at the event and more. “There are three things we’re looking for: 1) Good environments that we can replicate in a seasonal haunted house; 2) Characters that translate to live performers, after all, everything we do requires actors, so we have to make sure that we can work with real talent; 3) and if it’s based on an intellectual property, is it a movie or tv show that people know and want to see?”
Shop at UNIVRS
Before hitting up Halloween Horror Nights Hollywood, check out Citywalk LA’s newest Pop Culture nostalgia destination, with awesome collaborations celebrating Universal classics like Jaws, Back to the Future, and the Universal Monsters.
Hollywood Christmas
Universal Studios Hollywood has also made its official announcement that its holiday attractions will run from November 25 to January 1!
Horror Nights Treats
Take me back to the spooky land of tasty treats and Lil’Boo.
Looking Back at Horror Nights Orlando
Halloween Horror Nights 2022 Review
The Discover Universal Podcast team runs down highlights of the 2022 Horror Nights houses.
Jurassic World Room
the Loews Royal Pacific resort at Universal Studios Orlando has unveiled its Jurassic World-themed suite. The in-universe details are mostly in the “kids room,” with Gyrosphere themed beds that I’m sure any Jurassic fan would be down to try to fit themselves into.
The Grinch Is Coming to Town
And the Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort will officially return on November 12 and end on January 1. This year will include a character breakfast with the Grinch and a festival holiday tour.
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