Hong Kong Disneyland Reveals Medals for 10K Weekend Race

Hong Kong Disneyland has unveiled the medals for its upcoming 10K Weekend race, which will take place on November 2 and 3. The event will feature races themed around popular franchises such as Frozen, Marvel Super Heroes, Pixar characters, Duffy and Friends, and Mickey and Friends. The medal designs for each race have been revealed, showcasing unique and vibrant designs. The Marvel Super Heroes 10K medal features Captain Marvel and Iron Man, while the Pixar Pals 5K medal showcases Jessie and Woody. The Frozen Explorers 3K medal highlights Olaf and the Snowgies, and the Duffy and Friends 3K medal features Duffy and ShellieMay. Registration for the event will open on July 30, with Magic Access Early Bird registration available from July 23 to July 26. The Kids Races will also be held, offering child-friendly courses with a play area. [0f6ffa1a]

Josh Gad, the voice of Olaf in the Frozen movies, recently traveled to Hong Kong Disneyland to experience the new World of Frozen. The immersive land, which is now open at the park, showcases the magical kingdom of Arendelle. Gad was blown away by the beauty of the land and had the opportunity to visit Mossie, a character from the Frozen franchise. The World of Frozen at Hong Kong Disneyland offers guests the chance to explore the beloved world of Frozen through various attractions, entertainment, and dining experiences. [5c2f0bd4]

Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood has added a new interactive wall to the Frosted Glacier area. The wall, designed to challenge guests, allows them to engage with Super Mario characters and collect digital coins and stamps using a Power-Up Band. Guests can punch the ? Block to reveal one of four Power-Up items and use them to defeat enemies and earn coins. The goal is to collect as many points as possible before the timed activity concludes. This new interactive wall is the latest addition to Super Nintendo World, which opened in February 2023. Other recent additions include a commemorative Golden Power-Up Band and the Power Up Cafe. Super Nintendo World offers various attractions, including the Mario Kart: Bowser's Challenge ride, themed dining at Toadstool Cafe, and shopping at the 1-UP Factory retail store. The land was created in partnership with Nintendo and Universal Creative. Tickets for Universal Studios Hollywood and Super Nintendo World can be purchased on the official website. [a2acb12f]

Shrek is getting his own theme park land at Universal Studios Florida. The new DreamWorks Land will feature separate sections dedicated to three different DreamWorks franchises, including Shrek, Kung Fu Panda, and Trolls. Shrek's corner of DreamWorks Land will include a 'Swamp Meet' where guests can interact with beloved characters Shrek, Princess Fiona, and Donkey. There will also be an 'ogre-sized play area' with slides, wet play areas, and a playground. Other attractions in DreamWorks Land include a 'Swamp Symphony' tied to Puss in Boots 2, a Kung Fu Panda area with a digital interactive meet and greet with Po, and a Trolls Trollercoaster. The new land will open this summer at Universal Studios Florida.

Disney CEO Bob Iger recently stated that the company has plenty of room to build new rides at its theme parks. He mentioned that there are thousands of acres of land available for development and that the company could build seven new full lands around the world. Iger also mentioned the possibility of increasing the size of Disneyland in California by 50%. He highlighted the success of Avatar-themed lands in Orlando and Disneyland and mentioned the opening of a Frozen Land in Hong Kong. Iger stated that the company has rebounded since his return as CEO and is on the path to profitability. He also addressed the proxy fight with activist investor Nelson Peltz and former Disney executive Jay Rasulo, calling it a distraction.

The highly anticipated Super Nintendo World at Epic Universe in Florida is set to open next year. Guests can explore five distinct 'imaginative worlds' and enjoy attractions such as Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge and Yoshi’s Adventure. The park also offers themed snacks and interactive experiences with Power-Up Bands. Epic Universe will unveil other lands, including Celestial Park, Isle of Berk, Dark Universe, and Wizarding World of Harry Potter.

Universal Studios Florida has announced the houses for Halloween Horror Nights 2024. The event, known for its horror-themed attractions, will feature several houses at both Universal Studios Florida and Universal Studios Hollywood. This year, the focus is on original concepts rather than licensed projects. The announced houses at Universal Studios Florida include Slaughter Sinema 2, Goblin's Feast, Major Sweets Candy Factory, The Museum: Deadly Exhibits, Monstruos: The Monsters Of Latin America, and Triplets Of Terror. Rumors suggest that there will be four more houses based on popular franchises. At Universal Studios Hollywood, no houses have been officially announced yet, but rumors include a Bride of Frankenstein house and a Terror Tram inspired by The Last of Us. The event is highly anticipated and updates will be provided as new announcements are made.

Universal plans to build one of the world's best theme parks in the UK. The park will be located in Kent, England, and is expected to open in 2024. The project is estimated to cost £3.5 billion and will create around 30,000 jobs. The park will feature attractions based on popular Universal properties such as Harry Potter, Jurassic Park, and Despicable Me. Universal hopes to compete with other major theme parks in the UK, such as Disneyland Paris and Legoland Windsor. The park is expected to attract millions of visitors each year and boost tourism in the region.

Birket Engineering, a Winter Garden-based themed entertainment firm, has developed a new technology that utilizes steam to create fog effects. The technology, already in use in Hong Kong, is more efficient than traditional steam effects and could potentially be used in Orlando's next theme park. Birket President Steve Birket stated that the technology will come to Central Florida. Traditional steam effects rely on high-pressure boilers, which require dedicated rooms, safety-rated systems, and specialized boiler technicians. The new technology eliminates the need for these requirements. [d1bf531d]