New Years Eve 2011

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From Chip & Co...

New Years Eve at Walt Disney World

Sunday, December 18, 2011 PixieMichele

If you will be ringing in 2012 from the Disney parks there are specific events and changes to regularly scheduled events that you should be aware of.

Epcot: Illuminations: Reflections of Earth will feature a salute to the new year at 7p.m. and 11:42p.m. The park will be open from 8a.m. to 1 a.m. on December 31st.

Hollywood Studios: Fantasmic! is as 6:30 and 8:00. There is a “Lights, Camera, Happy New Year” fireworks display at midnight. The park will be opem from 8a.m. to 12a.m.

Magic Kingdom: “Wishes” (with holiday overlay) will be at 8:30pm and “Fantasy in the sky” at 11:51. The park will be oven from 8a.m. to 2a.m.

Animal Kingdom: No big changes here, of course there are no fireworks due to the animals. Mickey’s Jingle Jungle Parade will be at 3:45, as regularly scheduled and the park will close at 8p.m.

Special meals and dining experiences will be available on New Years Eve. Information is slowly being released and we’ll keep you updated as we hear more.

• Narcoosees at Grand Flordian Resort and Spa will feature a four course meal for $149, there will also be a DJ, balloon artist and special fireworks viewing at 8:30 and 11:51.
  
• The Atlantic Dance Hall at the BoardWalk Resort will have a special-ticket party from 8p.m. to 2a.m. with a video DJ.
  

Resorts will have various activities that are yet to be released and are subject to change-so always check with your resort about their special activities.

DisneyQuest is hosting a new years event from 8p.m. ot 1a.m. with unlimited access to games, food and a DJ dance part. There will be party hats, noise makers and confetti at midnight. Tickets went on sale November 17th are are $42.25 plus tax (ages 3 and up, pre-purchase price) or $51.64 (ages 3 and up) the day o the event. Purchase tickets at the DisneyQuest box office, at WDW guest relations, on DisneyWorld.com or via phone 407-W-Disney.

We will keep you posted on more New Years Eve celebrations and special events as they unfold!

Related articles

• Event Details: New Year’s Eve at Disney World (chipandco.com)
  
• DisneyQuest Celebrates New Year’s with Interactive Fun at Downtown Disney (chipandco.com)
  

http://www.chipandco.com/2011/12/new-years-eve-at-walt-disney-world/

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From WDW Magic...

Full details of Epcot's New Year's Eve live DJ Parties

Dec 23, 2011

Epcot's New Year's Eve live DJ Parties are returning once again in both Future World and World Showcase. Here is the full schedule as it currently stands (subject to change). You can also view the full holiday entertainment schedule here.

Future World

Fountain Stage – DJ Scooter's Dance Party from 7:15pm–11:35pm & 12:05am–1:00am

World Showcase

America Gardens Theatre

DJ Steve Dunlap from 2:00pm–6:00pm

Latin Wave from 7:20pm–8:00pm, 8:50pm–9:30pm, 10:05pm–10:45pm, 12:05am–12:40am

DJ Indio Dávila from 8:00pm–8:50pm, 9:30pm–10:05pm, 10:45pm–11:35pm, 12:40am–1:00am

Italy Courtyard – Techno, laser dance party featuring

DJ Mark Sánchez from 7:15pm–11:35pm & 12:05am–1:00am

China Courtyard – World beat dance party featuring pyro effects and DJ Dominick Morrison from 7:15pm–11:35pm & 12:05am–1:00am

http://www.wdwmagic.com/Attractions/Epcot/News/23Dec2011-Full-details-of-Epcot%27s-New-Year%27s-Eve-live-DJ-Parties.htm

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From the Disney Food Blog...

Walt Disney World New Year’s Eve Dining and Special Events

Dec 24th, 2011 by Kim.

Ringing in New Year 2012 from Walt Disney World? It’s going to be a memorable night! Call 407-WDW-DINE for holiday dining information and reservations! Here are some of your options for dining on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day:

Disney Resorts and Event Spaces

Boardwalk

Atlantic Dance Hall

Dance into the New Year at Atlantic Dance Hall at Disney’s BoardWalk

8 p.m. to 2 a.m., ages 21 and up.

Video DJ Tony Zapulla will play hits on the main dance floor. Beverages will be for sale from three different bars. There will be limited viewing of Epcot’s fireworks.

$35 (gratuity not included) for access to the main floor of the Dance Hall.

$75 for a VIP ticket that allows guests entrance to a private 2nd floor area with guaranteed seating and access to a private upstairs balcony for “limited” viewing of the fireworks. In addition, you’ll be able to indulge at a Dessert Station and private VIP bar. Cocktail service will also be offered.

Contemporary Resort

Chef Mickey’s (New Year’s Day brunch)

California Grill will host an evening of elegance!

$550 per person.

View of Castle from our California Grill Table

Entertainment will include casino-style games, live music and Disney characters. Enjooy food stations and beverages while watching the Magic Kingdom fireworks.

Food Stations will offer seafood, chilled appetizers, hot appetizers, sushi, grill and rotisserie, wood burning, vegetarian, dessert and cheese.

Grand Floridian

Citricos (prix fixe menu)

Narcoossee’s (prix fixe menu) — A four-course dining event for $149, plus DJ, balloon artist and Magic Kingdom fireworks viewing at 8:30 and 11:51.

Fireworks and castle from Narcoossees

Victoria & Albert’s (prix fixe menu)

Yacht and Beach Club

Yachtsman Steakhouse (prix fixe menu)

Epcot

Biergarten

Enjoy a lunch and dinner buffet.

World Showplace

“Fantasia 2011″ at World ShowPlace

$73.95 adults, $47.54 children (tax and gratuity included)

Fans of Fantasia and Fantasia 2000 will love this tribute to the animated films. Sight and sound are combined to create a memorable experience of dining for the entire family!

La Hacienda de San Angel

A live Mariachi band will entertain guests and indoor viewing of the IllumiNations show make this a fun stop on your party circuit. $175 and up. Call 407-842-1107 for reservations.

Bistro de Paris

Savor a four-course meal choosing between dining times of 6:30 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. Reservations can be made at 407-284-0202.

Downtown Disney

Raglan Road

Raglan Road will celebrate the New Year twice!

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DisneyQuest

December 31, 8:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.

$45 pre-purchased; $55 at the door (includes tax)

Kids will enjoy a DJ with dance party, unlimited games and DisneyQuest attractions, party favors and confetti drop at midnight! Choice of pizza, chicken caesar wrap, hot dog, or hamburger along with chips and a soda.

Tickets on sale now at 407-934-7639.

WDW Swan and Dolphin

There’s even a Kids party at Swan and Dolphin!

Garden Grove (dinner buffet)

Il Mulino (dinner)

Shula’s Steak House (dinner)

Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek and Waldorf Astoria Orlando

Offering special events to celebrate the New Year.

Do you have a favorite way to ring in the New Year at WDW? Let us know in the comments below!

Thanks to our friends at AllEars.net for details on La Hacienda and Bistro de Paris!

http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2011/12/24/walt-disney-world-new-years-eve-dining-and-special-events/

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From the Disney Parks blog...

Last-Minute Ideas for New Year’s Eve at Walt Disney World Resort

posted on December 27th, 2011 by Pam Brandon, Disney Parks Food Writer

OK, procrastinators, though plenty of spots are booked, we found three Walt Disney World Resort ideas for New Year’s Eve fun.

If you’re looking for something intimate, book a table at fab Bistro de Paris at the France Pavilion at Epcot. We love the tucked-away upstairs dining room, just minutes from lively World Showcase Promenade – a true oasis for a romantic dinner. Enjoy the quiet, then stroll and watch IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth to end your evening.

Dinner is the creation of Chef Francesco Santin who worked for 12 years with Chef Paul Bocuse in Lyon, France. The menu includes truffle soup or lobster salad; a choice of snapper with Champagne sauce, coquilles St. Jacques (scallops), beef filet or stuffed quail; and a beautiful French dessert. Each course is paired with wine for an additional $75 per person.

You’ll need park admission. The four-course dinner is $175, with seating times at 6:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. To book, call Bistro manager Philippe Girard at 407-284-0202.

Also at Epcot, for more casual family fun, World Showplace is hosting “Fantasia 2011,” a tribute to Walt Disney’s exceptional fusion of sight and sound. Inspired by memorable scenes from Disney’s classic animated feature films, “Fantasia” and “Fantasia 2000,” this delightful evening is fun for the whole family.

The menu includes salads, pulled pork, lobster and seafood pie, thyme-roasted chicken, braised beef, a pasta station and lots of gooey desserts. For kids, there’s fried chicken, pasta, mac ‘n cheese and cupcakes for decorating.

Reservations are available starting at 4:30 p.m. until 10:30 p.m., Cost is $73.95, $47.54 ages 3 to 11 (pay when you book). Park admission required.

If you’re in the mood to dance, head to Atlantic Dance Hall on Disney’s BoardWalk from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. With a video DJ keeping energy high on the dance floor, there are three cocktail bars and a complimentary Champagne toast to ring in the New Year (no food service). Cost is $35 (due at time of booking), and you must be 21 and older. VIP seating is sold out.

At midnight, you can always step outside to catch the fireworks at Epcot. Happy New Year!

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2011/12/last-minute-ideas-for-new-years-eve-at-walt-disney-world-resort/

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The Fantasia 2011 thing looks like fun!

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Just posting this here as a reference for next time around. From Touring Plans...

Just some quick last-minute tips for anyone who is going to be at Epcot this evening for New Year’s Eve:

• Backstage gates at Mexico/Norway and United Kingdom are scheduled to open at 5:30pm. These will spit you out in Future World between Test Track/Mission: SPACE and Imagination/Land.
  
• Fireworks Viewing Areas on the lakeside lawns of Future World open at 5pm. White picket fences have been put up to keep you out of the lake itself.
  
• Restrooms should be open at World Showplace (access between Canada and United Kingdom), and extra port-o-potties should be on the RoseWalk (garden between Imagination Pavilion and World Showcase).
  
• Future World restrooms will have shorter wait times than those in World Showcase – especially the ones at the front of the park near the entrance (most guests are now inside the park – not entering.)
  

Epcot has more guests on New Year’s Eve than any of the other parks on any other day of the year. If it reaches capacity it will have more guests than the combined capacities of Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. Bring your patience.

If you are curious about Magic Kingdom, it went to a Phase 3 closure at 10:35am, and we haven’t received an update on its status since then. It’s a busy day; drive safely and be careful. Happy New Year!

http://blog.touringplans.com/2011/12/31/epcot-new-years-eve-operational-reminders/