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Test Track Previews for DVC and AP, Eat to the Beat lineup revealed

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In this week's episode, Peter and Sue discuss preview dates for Disney Vacation Club members and Annual Passholders, the Eat to the Beat lineup, and more WDW updates. N165

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Blizzard Beach closing down for fall

On September 8th, Blizzard Beach appears to be closing for its annual refurbishment. While no official announcement has been made, no the operating calendar lists the water park as closed.

Source: Blog Mickey 

Upcoming WDW ride closures

A number of attractions have upcoming closures this summer at Walt Disney World.

  • Under the Sea: Journey of the Little Mermaid will close for a short refurbishment on July 21st through 26th. 
  • Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin will close for the addition of new technology on August 4th.  An opening date has not been shared other than in 2026.
  • Spaceship Earth is closing for a refurbishment on August 25th. While this closure is not expected to result in any extensive changes, the refurbishment could last for a few months. The only information provided is that it will reopen “later in the year”.
  • Hall of Presidents reopened in Magic Kingdom on June 29th. The show features the current president reciting the oath of office. 
  • As a reminder, Tom Sawyer Island and the Liberty Belle Riverboat will be closing on July 7th for permanent closure.  

    • Source:  Touring Plans

    AP and DVC preview dates for Test Track 

    Walt Disney World Annual Passholders will have the opportunity to preview Test Track from July 13th through 16th and July 18th and 19th for a total of six days. Guests can join a virtual queue at 7 AM or 1 PM on the day of. Passholders must have a reservation at EPCOT to join the 7 am queue.

    Disney Vacation Club members will also have an opportunity to ride on July 12th. Members need to have a stay booked on that day with the reservation made by July 6th. Registration will open on July 8th, though exact timing has not been shared. In addition, Club 33 members and Golden Oak owners will have a preview date on July 11th. 

    In other news, the ride will debut to Lightning Lane as a Tier 1 along with Remy and Frozen, bumping Soarin’ down to a Tier 2 attraction. 

    Source: Facebook post, Disney Tourist Blog

    Eat to the Beat Lineup announced  

    With EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival only a month away, more details have been revealed.  The line-up for Eat to the Beat was announced, with concerts scheduled Friday through Monday. Many bands are returning, but some new bands such as KT Tunstall, Jordan Sparks, Bowling for Soup, and the Beach Boys have been added.

    As usual, there is expected to be three 30 minutes shows per night at 5:30, 6:45 and 8PM, and there will be dining packages that will be available at all EPCOT table service restaurants. 

    • Aug. 29–30 – Joey Fatone & Friends
    • Aug. 31–Sept. 1 – MercyMe
    • Sept. 5–6 – KT Tunstall (NEW)
    • Sept. 7–8 – TobyMac
    • Sept. 12–14 – STARSHIP featuring Mickey Thomas
    • Sept. 15 – Bacilos
    • Sept. 19–20 – Sheila E.
    • Sept. 21–22 – Ben Rector (NEW)
    • Sept. 26–27 – Tiffany
    • Sept. 28–29 – Jesse & Joy
    • Oct. 3–4 – Baha Men
    • Oct. 5–6 – TBD
    • Oct. 10–11 – The Wanted 2.0 (NEW)
    • Oct. 12–13 – The Fray
    • Oct. 17–20 – Hanson
    • Oct. 24–25 – Hoobastank
    • Oct. 26–27 – Smash Mouth
    • Oct. 31–Nov. 1 – Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
    • Nov. 2–3 – Boyz II Men
    • Nov. 7–8 – David Archuleta
    • Nov. 9–10 – Jordin Sparks (NEW)
    • Nov. 14–15 – Bowling For Soup (NEW)
    • Nov. 16–17 – The Beach Boys (NEW)

      • Source: Disney Parks Blog

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