Walt Disney World is the one location where my entire family can find something to smile about. No matter the age, no matter who is with us, you will find an adventure. Sam's Disney Diary is simply a way for me to capture and share the memory or those adventures in the magic. I hope you enjoy.
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This special Thursday edition of our weekly live show covered a lot of ground. Sam joined us from the road just after the premiere Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite event at Disneyland. That meant new popcorn buckets , sippers, event details , and a firsthand look at what the night actually felt like in the park. But the show did not stay in one lane. Holly returned with a quick Hallmark…
It was another packed night on our weekly live show, and this one pulled from just about every corner of Disney fandom. We got into the latest Disney news out of CinemaCon , the newly announced Star Wars Celebration 2027 details, the ongoing Rock 'n' Roller Coaster set list conversation , Star Wars popcorn buckets , and LEGO Smart Play . That already would have been enough for one episode, but the…
It was another packed week for Disney fans, and this episode of This Week at Walt Disney World had a little bit of everything. Greg checked out the 2026 Walt Disney World Easter Parade . Cinderella Castle continued its eye-catching repaint. Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord kept the Disney+ conversation going. Disneyland added more fuel to the May the 4th hype train . And, naturally, popcorn buckets…
A Question Beneath Cinderella Castle This week's special Tuesday night edition of This Week at Walt Disney World started with a simple question. As work around Cinderella Castle revealed old tracks in the drained moat, Greg asked what they were. That question led Sam down a deeper path — and the answer brought back one of Walt Disney World's earliest attractions. The Full Story of the Swan Boats…
Cinderella Castle Pops with New Color Magic Kingdom guests are seeing a brighter look at the park icon as Cinderella Castle continues its latest visible transformation. Fresh color is making the castle stand out in a new way, and even routine work on the centerpiece of Walt Disney World always becomes a talking point. For Sam and Greg, the castle update was one of the clearest signs that spring…
Big Disney News Changes the Shape of the Show This week's episode of This Week at Walt Disney World came in with a full list of park updates , entertainment news, and fan conversation. Then the 2026 Disney shareholder meeting added a new layer to everything Sam and Greg were already discussing. It did not stop the show. Instead, it gave the episode more weight. With new CEO Josh D'Amaro sharing…
Flower & Garden Festival Blooms at EPCOT Spring officially arrived at EPCOT as the Flower & Garden Festival opened across the park. Topiaries, gardens, and fresh seasonal color changed the atmosphere almost overnight. This annual shift always gives EPCOT new energy. After Festival of the Arts, Flower & Garden brings a brighter look and a different rhythm to the park. Hoppers Hits Theaters Disney…
Live from EPCOT After Hours For this special Thursday night edition of This Week at Walt Disney World , Sam and Greg went live from EPCOT After Hours . The plan was simple: explore the park at night, check the crowds, and answer one big question. Is EPCOT After Hours worth it? The night did not go exactly as planned. Even so, the live show still delivered a real look at what the event feels like…
Festival of the Arts Closes, Flower & Garden Ahead EPCOT officially wrapped the 2026 Festival of the Arts as the park begins its transition to the Flower & Garden Festiva l. While festival booths close and signage comes down, early floral installations and seasonal shifts already signal what's next. The quick turnaround highlights EPCOT's constant evolution. One festival ends, and another begins…
This week at Walt Disney World, February 18, 2026, Greg became one of the first guests to experience the updated Frozen Ever After , now featuring new animatronics. The refreshed scenes add improved movement, facial detail, and lighting enhancements that noticeably elevate the attraction's finale. The update signals Disney's continued investment in existing attractions while larger park expansions…
