Disney’s final collection of it’s celebration of the company’s relationship with Make-A-Wish has landed! Get ready for Disney Parks Wishables: Magic Carpets of Aladdin series.
The new lineup is centered around the Magic Carpets of Aladdin Parks attraction. It’s available now at select Disney Parks around the world, the Disney store and online at shopDisney.com.
photo: Disney
The new Wishables are the final collection in a trio dedicated to Disney’s 40-year relationship with Make-A-Wish. It follows the Wishes Come True Blue color collection and a Mickey Mouse plush that unlocked donations to Make-A-Wish.
Disney and Make-A-Wish have been bringing magic to children together for 40 years. To honor this special relationship, Disney has announced brand new products that will be launching over the next few months.
First on the list is the latest collection, Wishes Come True Blue. The colorful lineup is packed with items that include backpacks, apparel, Mickey and Minnie ears, face masks, Crocs, and jewelry.
The Wishes Come True Blue color collection is already available at select Disney Parks around the world, the Disney store and online at shopDisney.com. The collection starts at $12.99 and up.
For a item purchased from the Wishes Come True Blue Color Collection now through World Wish Day 2021 (Apr. 29, 2021) in the US, Canada and across Europe, Disney will donate 25 percent of the purchase price (up to US $500,000) to Make-A-Wish.
The holidays are on the way––how’s your wish list shopping going? To help parents find the hottest toys this year, shopDisney has revealed the 2020 Top 15 Holiday Toys list.
For the third year in a row, Disney is sharing the best holiday gifts for families and super fans and this year’s list includes inspiration from The Mandalorian, Marvel, Frozen 2 and more. You can already shop 13 out of all the top gifts, with two super hot toys releasing Oct. 26.
photo: shopDisney.com
So who made the list? You can check out the top toys below:
Get ready for more adventures with Bingo and Rolly! Disney Junior has ordered a fifth season of Puppy Dog Pals. Season four of the series premieres Fri., Oct. 23 at 9:00 a.m. PT on Disney Channel and on DisneyNOW.
The hit animated series centers on fun-loving pug puppy brothers Bingo and Rolly, whose thrill-seeking appetites take them on exhilarating adventures in their neighborhood and around the globe. Whether helping their owner Bob, exploring with their pal Keia or overseeing their own Puppy Playcare center, the pugs’ motto is that life is more exciting with your best friend by your side.
Season four of Puppy Dog Pals stars newcomer Elisha “EJ” Williams as quick-witted, problem solver Bingo; Gracen Newton (Child Support) as silly, energetic Rolly; Tom Kenny (SpongeBob SquarePants) as A.R.F.; and Jessica DiCicco (The Loud House) as Hissy. Harland Williams is the show’s creator, serves as consulting producer and voices the role of Bob, the pups’ devoted owner. Sean Coyle is executive producer and Michael Olson is co-executive producer/story editor for season four. The fifth season will be executive produced by Olson and Coyle will serve as consulting producer. The series is a production of Wild Canary in association with Disney Junior.
Extensions for the series include storybooks from Disney Press, DVDs from Walt Disney Studios and music releases on major streaming platforms from Walt Disney Records. Plush toys, costumes, accessories and apparel are available at the Disney store, shopDisney.com and retailers nationwide.
Are villains a little more your style than pretty princesses? Then you’ll love Disney’s new Designer Midnight Masquerade Series, a collection of pins and dolls that are all about the most sinister characters of all.
The entire line is designed by Disney store artists, and includes six dolls that will be released weekly every Tuesday on MerchPass over on shopDisney.com. October 6 kicks off with the first doll, Maleficent in a gorgeous gown and mask.
Every Tuesday, a new doll will launch. You can expect to see:
Lady Tremaine, Oct. 13
Ursula, Oct. 20
Yzma, Oct. 27
Evil Queen, Nov. 3
Hades, Nov. 10
Dolls will retail for $129.99 and limits will apply. You’ll also be able to shop a collection of coordinating pin sets which will be sold separately. Don’t forget to log into your shopDisney account every Tuesday starting Oct. 6. to access MerchPass for your chance to take home your own devilish doll.
In response to the coronavirus pandemic, Disney is releasing non-medical, reusable cloth faces masks to keep kids and parents safe. Of course, they wouldn’t be Disney without a little magic!
The character-themed masks will feature fan faves from Disney, Marvel, Pixar and Star Wars lines. Edward Park, senior vice president, Disney store and shopDisney states, “Our hope is that Disney’s cloth face masks featuring some of our most beloved characters will provide comfort to the families, fans and communities that are so important to us.”
In addition to offering the new masks for sale, Disney will also be donating one million cloth masks to families in vulnerable and underserved communities. The masks will be distributed in partnership with Atlanta-based humanitarian aid organization, MedShare.
Finally, Disney plans to donate all profits of mask sales in the U.S. to MedShare, up to $1 million. The donations will occur from until Sept. 30, 2020.
The masks will come in small, medium and large sizes, with plenty of patterns to choose from! Additionally, they are in alignment with the FDA’s recommendations on non-surgical, non-industrial grade face masks.
All Disney cloth face masks are available for pre-order now in packs of four on shopDisney.com in the U.S., and are estimated to ship in June.
*Editor’s Note: According to the CDC, children under age 2, or anyone who has trouble breathing, is unconscious, incapacitated or otherwise unable to remove the mask without assistance should not use a cloth face covering.
As concerned parents, at Red Tricycle we are making every effort to provide you with the most accurate information. However, at this time wide-spread closures are occuring at the last minute due to the spread (or prevention of the spread) of Covid-19. For more on what parents need to know about the Coronavirus outbreak, click here. For current info about the Disney Stores Events, check their Facebook page or call ahead before heading to the store.
We are officially on the countdown to Easter! If you’re looking for a fun way to celebrate this spring-y time of year, you need only head to your local Disney store.
For the second year in a row, the Magical Egg Hunt Adventure is returning to Disney stores. Guests can participate from Mar. 13 to Apr. 12 in the event which includes an egg hunt, a map and a collectible egg with a figurine inside!
The Magical Egg Hunt costs $9.99 per child and is best for kids three and older. Participants will also get paper bunny ears to wear on their head while they search for the eggs and place stickers on their maps once they’ve found each hidden character egg.
Once kids have finished their map, they will get a Mickey Mouse Reward Egg with more hidden characters inside! To find your local store and more info on upcoming events, visit Shop Disney.
The Force is strong among Star Wars fans this year. Soon we will have a chance to get our hands on the highly awaited “Baby Yoda” merchandise which has been teased for months now. New toys tied to the beloved franchise were revealed today just ahead of the New York Toy Fair.
“Baby Yoda” as he is affectionately referred to is making an appearance in the new toy line, Star Wars: Mission Fleet, which will be released later this year from Hasbro. The new collection features 2.5” figurines of characters from the movies, Clone Wars, and The Mandalorian.
The “Battle of the Bounty ” set features your favorite characters from the popular Disney+ series, The Mandalorian and The Child (aka Baby Yoda.) In addition to a floating bassinet with a detachable Baby Yoda figurine, the set also includes the bounty hunter’s speeder (which the bassinet can attach to) as well as his rifle, jetpack and a projectile launcher. The set, which retails for $14.99, will be coming to most stores in fall 2020.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 20: STAR WARS New York Toy Fair Product Showcase: THE MANDALORIAN And STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS at Dream Hotel on February 20, 2020 in New York City. (Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images for Disney)
The Child Animatronic Edition figure that can blink his eyes, move his ears and even take a “Force nap” is set to hit shelves this fall. This new toy from Hasbro will retail for $59.99 and will be available for preorder at most major retailers at 1pm ET on February 20, 2020.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 20: STAR WARS New York Toy Fair Product Showcase: THE MANDALORIAN And STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS at Dream Hotel on February 20, 2020 in New York City. (Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images for Disney)
Other highlights include, Star Wars TROUBLE: The Mandalorian Edition and Star Wars OPERATION: The Mandalorian Edition games, all from Hasbro, a LEGO construction set featuring the Mandalorian’s Razor Crest ship and LEGO BrickHeadz™ Star Wars The Mandalorian & The Child 75317 building kit. These new items and more will be available later this year.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 20: STAR WARS New York Toy Fair Product Showcase: THE MANDALORIAN And STAR WARS: THE CLONE WARS at Dream Hotel on February 20, 2020 in New York City. (Photo by Craig Barritt/Getty Images for Disney)
Other items featuring “Baby Yoda” from Hasbro, Funko, Mattel, Build-A-Bear, The Disney Store and more, some of which went on pre-sale starting late last year, are expected to hit shelves and doorsteps starting next month.
—Jennifer Swartvagher
All photos courtesy of Craig Barritt/Getty Images for Disney
Every family needs to visit the Windy City at least once as a vacation destination. From Navy Pier to Wrigley Field, Chicago has so many amazing hotels, shops and fun activities that will keep your family entertained for days. Bonus: we found a few awesome hotels to make your travel easy and fun, whether you’re looking to stay close to Uptown or want a hotel with kid-friendly amenities. With Marriott Bonvoy™, families can enjoy special rates, free in-room Wifi, mobile check in and more! Save up to 20% on your trip to Chicago with advance purchase rates. Scroll through to find three family-friendly hotels and 13 activities worth checking out.
See Chicago by Air and Water
Navy Pier
No trip to Chicago is complete without visiting Navy Pier. This city landmark offers musicals and plays, public celebrations, and public art and exhibitions. Take a ride on the the iconic Centennial Wheel and marvel at 360-degree views of Chicago and Lake Michigan. Or if your little ones aren't quite ready for the ferris wheel, they can enjoy a few rounds on the hand-painted carrousel. Check out Chicago by water on a cruise around Lake Michigan or the Chicago River. This famous spot also has tons of restaurants and shopping. And if you visit during the summer, make sure to check out the biweekly fireworks shows on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
You'll feel like you're walking across the city at this iconic Chicago feature. The Skydeck Ledge is a glass balcony extending four feet outside the 103rd floor of Willis Tower, the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere standing at 1,353 feet in the air. The Skydeck offers phenomenal views of Chicago and its four surrounding states. Make sure to order your viewing tickets before you visit so you don't miss this spectacular site.
Stay in the heart of downtown at the Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago. This beautiful and family-friendly hotel is close to the beach, The Art Institute, Wrigley Field, steps away from Michigan Ave shopping and around the corner from American Girl Doll store.
Be prepared to spend hours in The Art Institute of Chicago, one of the world’s major museums. You can explore thousands of art pieces, from world-renowned paintings to obscure gems. Chances are, you'll recognize famous works by artists such as Andy Warhol, Claude Monet, Vincent van Gogh, Pablo Picaso, just to name a few. Kids love creating their own masterpieces in the Artist's Studio in The Family Room, which is open daily from 10:30 a.m -5 p.m. The Chicago Art Institute offers free admission for kids under 14 and Chicago teens under 18.
If shopping is your family's go-to travel activity, you will love The Magnificent Mile on Michigan Avenue. With more than 460 shops, there is something for every member of your household, and it's all within walking distance of downtown Chicago. Kids will love the Disney Store and American Girl Place, and you won't be able to get teens out of Nike Chicago and TJMaxx. When you're ready to refuel after a day of shopping, you can enjoy delicious meals from more than 275 restaurants, featuring international cuisine or locally-sourced ingredients and flavors.
Located in a Chicago suburb park and surrounded by the city skyscrapers, the Lincoln Park Zoo is like no other animal and nature sanctuary. This spot is a family-friendly space and is one of the only zoos and nature centers that is free to visit. That's right—free for kids and adults! Check out the Arctic penguins, and watch monkey, lemurs and gorillas climb trees. Don't forget to stop by the Children's Zoo to see black bears, otters, wolves and turtles. And your kiddos will love the cows, goats, pigs, ponies, chickens and rabbits in the Farm-in-the-Zoo.
If your family are sports enthusiasts and Wrigley Field is on your "must see" list, you'll love the Hotel Zachary Chicago. This hotel was inspired by and named for Wrigley Field architect and Chicago native Zachary Taylor Davis. Located across from Wrigley Field, staying here makes it easy to catch a Cubs game, eat at several local restaurants, shop nearby stores, and walk to various parks. This hotel also has tons of family-focused activities for both locals and tourists.
Get ready for an out-of-this-world adventure at the Adler Planetarium. The new Chicago Night Sky exhibition connects visitors to the city and you'll be amazed at what you discover when you look up. Check out the "Our Solar System" exhibit where kids can place their hands on a Moon rock and touch a piece of Mars. Kids will love the Community PlayLab where they transform into an astronaut and participate in science experiments in four areas of exploration—the imagination station, table-top STEAM activities, a sensory table, and a tot-spot. If you're visiting Chicago during the week, stop by the Adler Planetarium for Young Explorer Mondays where kiddos ages two through six get special programming created just for them.
Check out nearly 40 million artifacts from the past at the historic Field Museum. This city treasure aims to connect science with natural history. Kids can learn about dinosaurs, check out ancient artifacts and explore groundbreaking science. Make sure you save time for the Discovery Squad where you'll find hidden gems and specimens that are not on display in the museum itself. From rocks and minerals to ancient creatures, the Discovery Squad will keep kids (and adults) entertained for hours.
Baseball fans will be in awe when they visit the historic ballpark. Watch a Chicago Cubs baseball game or attend spring training at Wrigley Field. Don't worry if you visit outside baseball season. The stadium offers tours for visitors so you can still experience the magic of Chicago baseball.
If you want to feel like you're staying at the forefront of the Windy City, you'll love the Sheraton Grand Chicago. This hotel features beautiful views of the Chicago River and Lake, and is in walking distance to Navy Pier and Riverwalk. The accommodations will leave you feeling rested and ready to tour the city.
Make sure to have plenty of time to spend at Grant Park and its more than 300 acres of public park. Located in Chicago’s central business district, Grant Park is home to some of the most famous Chicago sites, including Millennium Park, Maggie Daley Park and the famous Buckingham Fountain. The Park also includes baseball fields, tennis courts, gardens to stroll through, and so much more. The main attraction, Buckingham Foundation, is one of the world's largest fountains. It's open seasonally, from May to October, and showcases amazing water and light displays every 20 minutes.
Lush greens, gorgeous views, outdoor gardens ... you'll see it all at the Garfield Park Conservatory. Key exhibits to visit include the Palm House. This room is 65-feet high, includes 70 stunning palms, and looks like you're in the tropics instead of the big city. Check out the Desert House that's full of cacti and succulents, and Aroid House that features a gorgeous indoor yellow lily pad pond. Kids will love the Elizabeth Morse Genius Children’s Garden where they can check out a giant, climbing vine with larger-than-life sized roots. They also have the chance to learn about flowers, seeds and leaves and play in a pond featuring hydroponic plants.
The Chicago Children's Museum, located in Navy Pier, has so many activities and exhibits for kids that will keep them excited for hours. Little ones can be scientists and explore the hands-on dinosaur exhibition, get creative in the art studio, or practice engineering skills in the Tinkering Lab. If kiddos want to move, the Museum has a giant treehouse to scale and three stories of ship-shape rigging to climb.
A trip to Chicago isn't complete without experiencing its signature deep dish pizza. And while you'll find numerous pizza joints to choose from, Giordano's is often considered the city's best spot. With a recipe that started 200 years ago in Italy, Mama Giordano would serve this double-crusted, cheese stuffed masterpiece on special occasions. Now it's become a Chicago mainstay. With locations throughout Chicago, your family can experience this indulgence from almost any part of the city.
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Get ready for a slice of nostalgia with the newest members of the Disney Eats Collection! Available in Disney stores and at shopDisney.com, the line features Mickey, Minnie and everything you need to serve up tasty treats in style.
So what can you look forward to from this completely cute collection? You’ll find everything from Mickey and Minnie-themed baking dishes to treat trays (both $19.99)—and so much more.
With classic cartoon illustrations, the Disney Eats Collection’s newest treat-centered top picks also include matching Mickey and Minnie bowls (16.99 for the set), pastel-hued spoons ($16.99 for a set or four), an adorable ice scream scoop ($12.99) and a cupcake stand/caddy ($39.99).
Keep clean as you cook with the Mickey and Minnie pot holder and kitchen towel set ($16.99) or write a note to go with your tasty baked treats on the Mickey and Minnie stationary set from Disney Eats ($14.99).
This oh-so-nostalgic treat-inspired line is available in stores and online at shopDisney.com right now!
