Sunday, February 23, 2020 - 05:17
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 This week at Walt Disney World, the Magic Kingdom expands alcohol availability during a special event, Epcot brings back a fan favorite entertainment offering, plus a brand new Disney Dining Plan is announced! 

Outside Walt Disney World, SeaWorld announces a special limited-time giveaway and Universal brings back a popular admission discount! 

1. Mariachi Cobre Presents...The Story of Coco

 

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In yet another instance of temporary entertainment returning to Walt Disney World, it has been announced that Mariachi Cobre Presents... the Story of Coco will return to the Mexico pavilion on March 4, 2020 for the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival. This show will run five days a week until the end of the festival on June 1, 2020.

2. Disney announces new Disney Dining Plan Plus option

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Disney has announced an addition to the Disney Dining plan lineup: the Disney Dining Plan Plus plan. This new option will allow Guests to redeem their two meals each day in any combination of either Table Service, Quick Service, or Character Dining, or a combination.

In addition, a Disney Dining Plan Plus package includes two snacks per night, one refillable drink mug (which can be used at any Disney Resort hotel quick-service locations), and at each meal, unlimited refills of fountain sodas, single-service teas and brewed coffee, or one specialty non-alcoholic beverage, or for Guests 21 and older with valid ID, one beer, wine or cocktail.

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Meals can be redeemed in any order and in any combination. Unused meals or snacks rollover day to day so Guests can use them whenever they want during their stay. No pricing information has been released about this new option, but we should know 

3. Diamond Horseshoe to be converted to lounge during Villains After Hours event

During Disney Villains After Hours, the Diamond Horseshoe Saloon will be offering  a new lounge experience where Magic Kingdom Guests will be able to enjoy tasty villainous treats and an assortment of specialty beverages, including wine, beer, and cocktails. 

 
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Managing editor of Theme Park Tourist and dark ride enthusiast. Amanda is a lifelong theme parks fan who lives just outside Orlando. When she’s not booking FastPass+ reservations, standing in a queue or eating the latest specialty cupcake, you can find her watching a Marvel movie, reading a book (probably by Neil Gaiman) or singing along to showtunes in her car.  Contact: [email protected]

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Submitted by Nathan (not verified) on Tuesday, February 25, 2020 - 16:55

I'm sorry, that castle looks nasty with the pink tint.

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