Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood announces the return of Friendsgiving to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the comedy series Friends, with a Studio Tour focused on the beloved television show. Beginning November 8, guests can enjoy a 90-minute Friends-themed Studio Tour, a holiday Friendsgiving meal next to the iconic Friends Fountain, and see authentic props and costumes from the show.
“We’re thrilled to bring back Friendsgiving for fans to celebrate,” said Danny Kahn, Vice President & General Manager of Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood. “The show continues to touch the hearts of audiences worldwide, and we are excited to join in celebrating its 30th anniversary with this themed tour.”
Arriving guests will be greeted by a curated 30th anniversary lobby display showcasing authentic costumes from Friends, perfect for photo opportunities. The guided tour will last 90 minutes, and expert Tour Guides will take guests across the historic Warner Bros. Studio backlot, highlighting key filming sites from memorable Friends episodes, including Stage 24, the famed Friends stage. Friendsgiving tours will include engaging trivia and custom media clips featuring characters from the television show.
Following the tour, guests will delight in a festive holiday meal served at the iconic fountain from the show’s opening scene (weather permitting), featuring traditional holiday dishes with vegetarian and gluten-free options. Following the meal is a self-guided tour of Stage 48: Script to Screen, featuring Central Perk Café and the Friends Boutique.
Central Perk Café offers signature beverages inspired by each of the six characters. The Friends Boutique offers recreated sets from the show, authentic costumes, and merchandise exclusive to the boutique.
Tickets for Friendsgiving are now available for purchase at wbstudiotour.com. Event dates are November 8-10, 15-17, 21-24, 29-30, 2024. Friendsgiving tours will depart at 10:30 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM.
Descanso Gardens’ much-loved “Enchanted Forest of Light” is coming back for the 2024 season, delighting visitors with a breathtaking mix of returning favorites and fresh attractions. This immersive event, running from November 17, 2024, through January 5, 2025, promises a captivating experience where guests can explore dazzling installations set against the Garden’s natural beauty.
Visitors will journey through an illuminated landscape, including a unique display in the Rose Garden, where HYBYCOZO’s 3-D geometric sculptures transform the Rose Garden labyrinth into an extraordinary experience of light and form. Adding to the charm, a glowing meadow grass installation gently ripples among the oaks, inviting awe and wonder.
With wonderful surprises at every turn, this year’s Enchanted also includes Descanso Railroad, with its miniature model trains and landscapes lit up for the holiday season, bringing extra magic to the journey.
“We’re delighted to welcome families back to Enchanted this season,” said Juliann Rooke, CEO of Descanso Gardens. “This year, familiar favorites have been given a fresh glow, and we’ve woven in a few surprises to make sure there’s a spark of wonder for every visitor, young and old alike.”
Adding to the visual delights, Tom Fruin’s vibrant “stained glass” houses return to create a radiant village on the Main Lawn. Enhanced with interactive lighting, they form a lively, whimsical scene that invites visitors to engage with the light and color. Under the majestic oaks, guests will discover a hanging light installation that evokes an ethereal ambiance, complementing Descanso Gardens’ serene setting.
For those eager to experience Enchanted before its public opening, Descanso Gardens will host an exclusive Preview Party fundraiser on Saturday, November 16, from 7-10 pm. Tickets, priced at $250 per person, grant early access to Enchanted, plus a night filled with delicious food, drinks, special entertainment, and the chance to explore the light displays before anyone else. All proceeds from the event support Descanso Gardens’ mission to connect people with nature and one another.
Tickets are on sale now everywhere tickets are sold for Walt Disney Animation Studios’ epic animated musical “Moana 2.” Opening in theaters on Nov. 27, 2024, the all-new feature film reunites Moana (voice of Auli‘i Cravalho) and Maui (voice of Dwayne Johnson) for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers.
A new featurette called “Moana is Back” is now available (watch below), plus exclusive posters for IMAX, Dolby, RealD, 4DX and Fandango can be seen below this post.
“JOIN MOANA’S CREW” CONTEST
Disney is asking fans in the U.S. if they have what it takes to join Moana’s crew. The sweeping online contest encourages fans to show off their skills, creating videos on Instagram and TikTok, responding to one of four fun prompts: Can you dance like Moana? Give us your best Chee Hoo! Who are your Pua and Heihei? Can you make a Moana-inspired dish? The contest kicks off today, Oct. 28, 2024, and runs through Monday, Nov. 11, 2024. One grand-prize winner will win a trip to O’ahu for a Moana-themed vacation to the AULANI Resort and Spa. Select videos may be featured on Disney+ in November and December. Additional prizing will include a behind-the-scenes tour of Walt Disney Animation Studios, “Moana 2” consumer products and an exclusive art print from the movie signed by the filmmakers. For full contest details, prompts, and rules, please visit: https://contest.moanamovie.com.
In addition to Cravalho and Johnson, the voice cast of “Moana 2” includes Hualālai Chung, Rose Matafeo, David Fane, Awhimai Fraser, Khaleesi Lambert-Tsuda, Temuera Morrison, Nicole Scherzinger, Rachel House, Gerald Ramsey and Alan Tudyk, who returns as Heihei. Directed by David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand and Dana Ledoux Miller, and produced by Christina Chen and Yvett Merino, “Moana 2” features music by Grammy® winners Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear, Grammy nominee Opetaia Foa‘i, and three-time Grammy winner Mark Mancina. Jared Bush and Miller are writing the film, which is executive produced by Jennifer Lee, Bush and Johnson.
**NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Enter the Contest between 10/28/24 at 9:00 AM PT and 11/11/24 at 11:59 PM PT. Open to legal residents of the 50 U.S./D.C.; 13+. (If a minor, first get parent’s permission). Free Instagram or TikTok account required. Entry must be original. Limit 1 entry per person. Visit contest.moanamovie.com for full details on how to enter, eligibility/content requirements, judging criteria, prize descriptions and limitations. Void where prohibited. Sponsor: Disney Streaming Services LLC, 1211 Avenue of the Americas, 16th Floor, New York, NY 10036.
BOYHOOD has reached a significant milestone with an exciting new collaboration. They have teamed up with Disney to create and produce signature wooden versions of one of the most beloved and iconic characters of all time—Disney’s Mickey Mouse.
This collaboration with Disney will elevate the BOYHOOD collection to new heights in the wooden collectible market and the wooden craft industry. The Disney | BOYHOOD project has been exciting and challenging. BOYHOOD’s extremely skilled facility partner has achieved what the brand considers one of the most complicated and significant wooden figurines in the market.
Celebrating astonishing new craftsmanship, this wooden Mickey Mouse edition connects fans with the roots of Mickey Mouse’s heritage, blending history with the magic of Disney through a modern lens. This handcrafted wooden figure reflects the timeless charm and nostalgia associated with Mickey Mouse ‘s early days. The wooden Mickey Mouse embodies the elegance and craftsmanship of vintage toys, while celebrating the enduring appeal of this classic, beloved character.
Marcus Rosie, Senior Vice President – Global Creative, Disney Consumer Products, shared, “Our collaboration with Boyhood offers something memorable for Disney fans and collectors, as it captures a beautiful design of the ultimate icon, Mickey Mouse, through intentional craftsmanship. Our continued collaborations with global creators allow us to expand our product offerings and consumer audiences while leaning into innovative storytelling in a modernized way.”
For BOYHOOD designer and founder Jakob Burgsø, it is a dream come true to work with Disney. “Our wooden figures showcase Mickey Mouse drawn up in an exciting new way. Normally I don’t get speechless, but I am so proud to have brought this collaboration with Disney to life. Many of the iconic Disney figures has been a huge part of my childhood, and to get the chance as an adult to work with these characters is a dream come true and a walk down memory lane. An opportunity like this is very rare. To be trusted to design a selection of wooden collectibles for one of the world’s most admired Disney characters is a remarkable honor.”
Jakob Burgsø later added, “The result is amazing. The craftsmanship is extremely intricate and skilled, and we have achieved a result that sets new standards for wooden sculptures. With this masterpiece of highly skilled craftmanship we have no doubt that we have made an icon that will last for generations.”
Disney | BOYHOOD Wooden Mickey Mouse will be available in solid FSC oak and Smoke Stained FSC oak in four different sizes, 15 cm, 24 cm, 46 cm and 70 cm. The first two sizes will be available in select stores autumn of 2024.
If you’ve never heard of Kimberly Akimbo, its understandable. While on Broadway, Akimbo was playing against big hitters like Hamilton, Six, Wicked, and Book of Mormon. Yet from the tiny Booth Theatre on 45th Street, this show won hearts, as well as the Tony for Best Musical in 2023. If you are wondering about it, I encourage you to buy a ticket to see it while its at the Pantages in Hollywood, California.
I happen to be a big fan of this show, electing to see it in New York, having no idea what to expect. With the story revolving around a 16-year-old girl with a terminal disease that causes her body to age faster than normal, I was nervous that the optimistically colorful poster with a rainbow on it would be misleading…thankfully I was wrong. Kimberly Akimbo is the feel-good musical you need in your life, but its not without a little darkness.
Kimberly Levaco and her family moved from Lodi to Bergen County in New Jersey in 1999 to escape her maternal aunt and some mysteriously complicated family drama. Kimberly is almost 16 years old, and is trying to navigate a new school, new friends, and boys… though the one caveat is that she looks to be almost 70 years old. While you follow Kimberly in her school adventures, her family past comes back to haunt her.
Her relationship with her parents strains as she grows closer to the end of the average life expectancy of someone with her condition and also, her mom is pregnant. Kimberly’s aunt is a hilariously unfazed criminal who is on the run, and still finds them in Bergen County. Kimberly and her friends need money fast, and Aunt Debra has just the solution…involving a chemical solution.
The show opens in an ice-skating rink with the song “Skater Planet” which is a traditional musical theater number that introduces Kimberly and her eventual friends. Seth, an awkward brainiac who works at the rink, as well as Delia, Martin, Teresa, and Aaron, who are all in a show choir and in an unrequited love square.
This song is delightful and catchy with amazing harmonies and continues to be a theme throughout the show. Carolee Carmello (Kimberly) was an obvious initial standout, from her initial performance in “Skater Planet” to the more emotional moments in “Make a Wish” and “Before I Go”. My absolute favorites though, were Miguel Gil (Seth), and Emily Koch (Debra), Miguel Gil understudied for Seth on Broadway, and his performance was on par with that of Justin Cooley from the original Broadway Cast.
He expertly made his character awkward and endearing with a great vocal performance, especially in “Good Kid.” Emily Koch is so funny and has phenomenal pitch. While the character could have allowed for some grittier vocal performance, her somewhat softer take allowed for each hilarious word to be heard in the audience. Her voice is amazing, and she did a fantastic job with the physical gags as well.
“Better” was laugh-out-loud funny, between Koch’s performance and the unexpected backing from the show choir. Jim Hogan (Buddy) was also a Broadway understudy, and he was amazing as being Kimberly’s slightly lovable, but mostly hateable alcoholic father. From his comedic timing and vocal performance in “Happy for Her” to his heartfelt performance in “Before I Go”, he was memorable.
The sets were simple, rotating between Skater Planet, their high school, and Kimberly’s home. Sets were simple, and many of them were taken on and off stage by the performers between scenes. Lighting was simple, yet effective, with a video screen backdrop helping fill in the setting. Notable things about this show is that it features “snow,” and real “ice” skating, utilizing a liquid glycerin technology.
Kimberly Akimbo reminds us to enjoy the time we have while we have it, and to try and have a positive outlook when things get difficult. In a time where there is social media pressure and higher than ever anxiety about the world, its good to pause and enjoy a moment in the time before cell phones and be reminded to “grab life by the balls” and not wait around for your moment to do it.
Kimberly Akimbo has made its Los Angeles premiere at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre for a limited three-week engagement, from October 15 – November 3, 2024. The production will return to Southern California at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa from January 21 – February 2, 2025.
Tickets are now available for purchase in Los Angeles at www.BroadwayInHollywood.com or www.Ticketmaster.com. Tickets may also be purchased in person at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre box office. For current box office operating hours, please visit the official website.
The countdown to Epic has officially begun! Universal Orlando Resort’s highly anticipated fourth theme park – Universal Epic Universe – will officially open on May 22, 2025, unlocking the portals to five astounding worlds that will bring to life extraordinary adventures that go beyond guests’ wildest imaginations.
Universal Epic Universe is the most ambitious theme park Universal Destinations and Experiences has ever created and will be the next gamechanger for theme park entertainment. With a total of more than 50 incredible experiences that range from groundbreaking attractions to breathtaking entertainment to incredibly themed dining and shopping and so much more, Epic Universe will present a level of theme park immersion and innovation that is unmatched across five themed worlds: Celestial Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk and Dark Universe.
And anchoring the park is Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel – a majestic 500-room property that will offer one-of-a-kind views of the park and feature its very own dedicated entrance into Epic Universe for hotel guests (valid theme park admission required).
The opening of Epic Universe will transform Universal Orlando Resort into a weeklong vacation destination comprised of four theme parks that are home to the most innovative theme park experiences ever created, 11 spectacular hotels that are destinations unto themselves, and more – forever changing the landscape of the award-winning destination.
“This is such a pivotal moment for our destination, and we’re thrilled to welcome guests to Epic Universe next year,” said Karen Irwin, President and COO of Universal Orlando Resort. “With the addition of this spectacular new theme park, our guests will embark on an unforgettable vacation experience with a week’s worth of thrills that will be nothing short of epic! Our Universe will never be the same.”
Guests can begin planning an epic 2025 vacation to Universal Orlando to experience the entire destination as the first phase of ticket products and packages that include access to Universal Epic Universe will go on sale. Specific products launching in this first phase include:
A variety of multi-day tickets and vacation packages that include three, four or five days of admission to Universal’s theme parks – including one day admission to Epic Universe. These products will go on sale on Tuesday, October 22.
Reservations for Universal Helios Grand Hotel will open on Tuesday, October 22 for stays beginning May 22, 2025.
Annual Passholders have the exclusive opportunity to purchase single-day tickets to Universal Epic Universe before they go on sale to the general public. Passholders can take advantage of this priority opportunity beginning Thursday, October 24.
See below for more details about the Universal Epic Universe-inclusive products that will be available for purchase beginning on October 22. Additional ticket products for Epic Universe – including single-day tickets for the general public, additional multi-day ticket options, Florida resident tickets, Universal Express passes and more – will be available at a later date before the park opens.
Multi-Day Tickets that Include One Day Admission to Universal Epic Universe
The following multi-day ticket options inclusive of Universal Epic Universe will be available:
• 3-Day Ticket: enjoy two days of access to Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure, plus one separate day admission to Universal Epic Universe
• 4-Day Ticket: enjoy three days of access to Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure, plus one separate day admission to Universal Epic Universe
• 5-Day Ticket: enjoy four days of access to Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure, plus one separate day admission to Universal Epic Universe
Create Your Own Vacation Package
Guests can save up to $200* (savings based on a 7-night stay) by bundling a 2-night or longer stay at a Universal hotel with one of the multi-day ticket options above.
Guests can receive the maximum savings of $200 with a 7-night vacation package that includes: • a 5-day ticket that includes four days of access to Universal Studios, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Volcano Bay, plus a separate day admission to Universal Epic Universe • 7-night hotel accommodations at one of Universal Orlando’s 11 magnificently themed resorts • Early Park Admission for Universal Epic Universe, Universal Volcano Bay and either Universal Studios Florida or Universal Islands of Adventure up to one hour before the park opens
For each of the above, guests also have the option to add access to Universal Volcano Bay – giving them the opportunity to experience all four Universal Orlando theme parks during their visit.
More details about Universal Epic Universe – including additional ticket products – will be released in the months ahead.
The iconic Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is just around the corner, and this year, Disney Cruise Line is bringing the enchantment of the high seas to the streets of New York with their brand-new float, “Magic Meets the Seas.”
This spectacular float features:
A fleet of fun: See the bows of eight Disney Cruise Line ships, including the highly anticipated Disney Treasure, setting sail on its maiden voyage this December!
Star-studded crew: Captain Mickey and Minnie Mouse lead the way, joined by beloved characters like Aladdin, Jasmine, Miguel, and Moana, representing the amazing adventures awaiting guests on the Disney Treasure.
Broadway-worthy performance: Enjoy a show-stopping number with Mickey, Minnie, and pals from Disney and Pixar films like “Coco” and “Beauty and the Beast,” culminating in a confetti-filled finale set to the Disney Treasure anthem, “Live the Adventure.”
Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of Disney magic at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade! Gather your family and tune in to catch the “Magic Meets the Seas” float.
Big Fan Games, a subsidiary of Devolver Digital, together with developer Bithell Games in collaboration with Disney Games, today announced Disney TRON: Catalyst, a thrilling, story-driven isometric action game set in the world of Disney’s TRON. Continuing the story of the Arq Grid, first introduced in TRON: Identity by Bithell Games, TRON: Catalyst will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch in 2025: https://www.bigfangames.com/games/tron-catalyst
In Disney TRON: Catalyst, players are introduced to Exo, a highly resilient and resourceful program with an incredible ability to initiate time loops. With this newfound power, Exo takes on the overlords of a crumbling Grid all while evading Conn, a malevolent agent of CORE. Exo must gain control over her mysterious abilities and uncover the unexplained ‘Glitch’ that threatens the Grid.
As Exo, players will battle on-foot and on Light Cycle to complete missions and gain crucial insights that will help them on their quest. While learning from her mistakes, Exo will also need to navigate warring factions to unlock new paths and uncover the secrets of the Arq Grid.
Disney TRON: Catalyst launches on PC and consoles in 2025 and will also feature beautiful new hand-drawn art and original music, from the TRON universe.
Continuing to bring families together in theaters, and hailed as “one of the best animated films of the decade” (Roger-Ebert) that is “destined to be a classic” (Collider), DreamWorks Animation’s THE WILD ROBOT arrives exclusively on digital platforms own or rent tomorrow, October 15, 2024, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. The “absolutely, impossibly, gobsmackingly gorgeous” (Slash Film) animated feature will also be available on 4K UHD and Blu-ray™ on December 3, 2024.
Own THE WILD ROBOT with never-before-seen extras including an alternate opening, recording booth footage with the all-star voice cast, how to draw tutorials, and more, only when you purchase from participating retailers nationwide including Apple TV, Fandango at Home (formerly Vudu), Comcast Xfinity, Cox Microsoft Movies & TV, and Movies Anywhere.
An adaptation of Peter Brown’s award-winning, #1 New York Times bestseller, THE WILD ROBOT is an epic adventure staring Academy Award® winner Lupita Nyong’o (Us, the Black Panther franchise) as Roz, a robot that is shipwrecked on an uninhabited island and must adapt to the harsh surroundings.
Gradually Roz starts building relationships with the animals on the island, including a clever fox voiced by Pedro Pascal (The Last of Us, The Mandalorian), and becomes the adoptive parent of an orphaned gosling named Brightbill voiced by Kit Connor (Ready Player One, Heartstopper). THE WILD ROBOT is a powerful story about self-discovery, a thrilling examination of the bridge between technology and nature, and a moving exploration of what it means to be alive and connected to all living things.
Directed by three-time Academy Award® nominee Chris Sanders (Lilo & Stitch, The Croods), THE WILD ROBOT features an incredible supporting voice cast alongside Nyong’o, Pascal and Connor, including Catherine O’Hara (Schitt’s Creek, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice), Bill Nighy (Love Actually, Rango), Stephanie Hsu (Everything Everywhere All at Once, The Fall Guy), Mark Hamill (Star Wars franchise), Matt Berry (“The IT Crowd”, “What We Do in the Shadows”) and Ving Rhames (Mission Impossible franchise, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2). Showcasing music by Emmy® and Grammy® nominated composer and Oscar® winner Kris Bowers, the film also boasts two original songs by Grammy®-winning singer-songwriter and music sensation Maren Morris.
EXCLUSIVE BONUS FEATURES WHEN YOU BUY AT PARTICIPATING RETAILERS:
COMMERCIAL FOR ROZZUM – An alternate opening to the film in storyboard form, with introduction by writer/director Chris Sanders.
MOMENTS FROM THE MIC – Straight from the recording booth, watch the star-studded cast of The Wild Robot perform some of their most memorable lines!
MEET THE CAST- How do you give empathy to the voice of a robot, vulnerability to a fox, and wisdom to an opossum? Meet the talented voice cast and learn more about your favorite characters from The Wild Robot.
THE OVERPROTECTIVE MOTHER – A deleted sequence from the film in storyboard form, with an introduction by writer/director Chris Sanders.
ASSEMBLY REQUIRED: ANIMATING THE WILD ROBOT – Go behind the scenes to see how filmmakers pushed the boundaries of animation to achieve the uniquely immersive world of The Wild Robot.
FEELING ALIVE – Learn how filmmakers and cast enhanced the universally relatable thematic elements of Peter Brown’s original story to deepen its emotional connection to audiences.
WILD SOUNDS – Explore the incredible music of The Wild Robot – from Kris Bowers’ enchanting score to Maren Morris’ two new songs.
HOW TO DRAW – Follow along with writer/director Chris Sanders as he teaches Lupita Nyong’o how to draw Roz and then learn to draw Fink, Baby Brightbill, and Pinktail with story artist/character designer Genevieve Tsai!
FLY YOUR OWN BRIGHTBILL – One of Roz’s primary tasks is to teach Brightbill to fly so he can migrate with the other geese. Here, you’ll learn how to create your very own Brightbill Kite so you can help him fly too!
Disney Branded Television has announced that “An Almost Christmas Story,” directed by David Lowery and produced by five-time Academy Award® winner Alfonso Cuarón, will premiere Nov. 15 on Disney+.
“An Almost Christmas Story” is the third and final installment in Cuarón’s holiday shorts collection for Disney+. His first short, “Le Pupille,” earned an Oscar® nomination in 2022, and last year’s “The Shepherd” was shortlisted, both in the Live Action Short Film category.
“An Almost Christmas Story” is inspired by the true events of a tiny owl rescued from the New York City’s Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in 2020. The short’s trailer reveals Moon, a curious young owl who unexpectedly finds himself stuck in a Christmas tree destined for Rockefeller Plaza. In his attempts to escape the bustling city, Moon befriends a lost little girl named Luna. Together, they embark on a heartwarming adventure, discovering the magic of the holiday season and forming an unlikely bond as they journey back home to their parents.
The animated short is completing a film festival circuit including Hamptons International Film Festival, Santa Fe International Film Festival, Chicago International Film Festival, Morelia International Film Festival, Montclair Film Festival, Animation Is Film, São Paulo International Film Festival, SPARK Animation Festival, World Animation Summit and Bogotá Short Film Festival – BOGOSHORTS.
The talented voice cast includes Cary Christopher as Moon, newcomer Estella Madrigal as Luna, Jim Gaffigan as Papa Owl, Mamoudou Athie as Pelly, Alex Ross Perry as Dave The Dog, Gianna Joseph as Peaky, Phil Rosenthal as Punt, with Natasha Lyonne as Pat and John C. Reilly as The Folk Singer, who performs four songs in the short, two of which are original songs.
Produced by Disney Branded Television and Cuarón’s Esperanto Filmoj, in association with Titmouse and Maere Studios, and with animation services by 88 Pictures, the celebrated creative team includes Lowery (director, screenplay and producer), Cuarón (producer and story), Gabriela Rodríguez (producer), Jack Thorne (story and screenplay), Nicholas Ashe Bateman (creative design supervisor) and Daniel Hart (composer).
Good grief! Loungefly and Peanuts have teamed up to celebrate the 75th anniversary of everyone’s favorite comic strip with a collection that’s as charming as Snoopy himself. Choose from a variety of bags and accessories, all adorned with iconic Peanuts characters.
And for the ultimate fan, there’s a web-exclusive mini backpack featuring a sequined Snoopy – it’s truly one-of-a-kind! Available for Purchase: November 2024 – ‘Notify Me’ on Loungefly.com
Here’s a FIRST look at the new collection:
PEANUTS 75TH ANNIVERSARY SEQUIN SNOOPY COSPLAY MINI BACKPACK – Embroidered details bring Snoopy’s outline to life, and a sequin design adds extra sparkle to his ensemble. With plenty of space to hold your belongings, this accessory will be your number-one companion through all of life’s ups and downs. This is a Loungefly Web Exclusive.
Features: A Loungefly exclusive! Vegan leather (polyurethane) with sequin trim, Adjustable shoulder straps, Front zipper pocket, Side drop pockets, Gunmetal hardware, Applique, embroidered, and printed details and Coordinating 75th Anniversary lining. This backpack is an officially licensed Peanuts product.
MSRP: $90.00
PEANUTS 75TH ANNIVERSARY MINI BACKPACK – You’ll be able to spot the embroidered silhouettes of Charlie Brown and his friends against a black background on the front pocket. Charlie Brown is flying a kite, and his characteristic wavy line on his shirt appears below. The signature yellow on his shirt appears above as a shiny, textured detail. The wavy line makes an encore as a die-cut feature, forming the top handle above. Flip the backpack around, and you’ll find the words “Happiness is…75 years.” Pack your daily essentials to commemorate a milestone anniversary and add a little character of your own.
Features: Vegan leather (polyurethane), Padded, adjustable shoulder straps, Zippered main compartment, Front zipper pocket, Die-cut wavy top handle, Side panels with embossed artwork in the style of a comic strip, Gunmetal-colored hardware, Applique, embossed, embroidered, textured faux leather, and printed details, and Coordinating inside lining. This backpack is an officially licensed Peanuts product
MSRP: $80.00
PEANUTS 75TH ANNIVERSARY TOTE BAG – Charlie Brown’s signature wavy stripe makes several fun appearances on this bag, starting with the die-cut waves on the bottom front. Above, the whole gang appears as embroidery, in silhouette form, against a textured, shiny yellow background. Snoopy is above, doing a happy dance. A coin purse marking the 75th anniversary gives Snoopy an opportunity to make an encore appearance, snoozing on top. Flip the bag around, and you’ll find the words “Est. 1950,” to recognize 75 years of Peanuts characters. Pack your daily essentials in this roomy tote to commemorate a milestone anniversary and add a little character of your own.
Features: Vegan leather (polyurethane), Adjustable, detachable shoulder straps with wavy stripe print, Sturdy top handle, Side panels with printed artwork, Zipper-topped main compartment, Detachable coin purse, Gunmetal-colored hardware , Applique, embroidered, textured faux leather, and printed details and Coordinating inside lining. This tote bag is an officially licensed Peanuts product.
MSRP: $70.00
PEANUTS 75TH ANNIVERSARY CROSSBODY BAG – This figural bag, in the shape of a doghouse, captures Snoopy’s favorite pastime. He appears as an applique on the top of the roof, snoozing. A shiny yellow material covers the bag, and on the back, you’ll find the words “Est. in 1950,” to recognize 75 years of Peanuts characters. Pack your daily essentials to commemorate a milestone anniversary and add a little character of your own.
Features: Vegan leather (polyurethane), Adjustable and detachable shoulder straps, Zippered main compartment, Gunmetal-colored hardware, Applique, textured faux leather, and printed details and Coordinating inside lining. This bag is an officially licensed Peanuts product.
MSRP: $65.00
PEANUTS 75TH ANNIVERSARY CARDHOLDER – Featuring Woodstock on the front in a hot-air balloon. Charlie Brown’s signature wavy stripes also make a special appearance. The reverse side has a clear ID slot with a die-cut shape of a hot-air balloon. Secure important cards for the day and celebrate a milestone anniversary with a little character of your own.
Features: Vegan leather (polyurethane), Approximately 4 slots for holding cards, Gunmetal-colored hardware, Applique, embroidered, textured faux leather, and printed details and Coordinating inside lining. This card holder is an officially licensed Peanuts product.
MSRP: $25.00
PEANUTS PET TREAT BAG – Featuring Snoopy, fast asleep. This figural bag, in the shape of a doghouse, captures Snoopy’s favorite pastime. He appears as an applique on the top of the roof, snoozing. A shiny yellow material covers the bag as well. Pack treats and other necessities in the zippered compartment and commemorate a milestone anniversary while adding a little character of your own.
Features: Vegan leather (polyurethane), Applique, embroidered, textured faux leather, and printed details, Gunmetal-colored hardware , Lobster hook for attaching to a harness or leash and Coordinating inside lining. This treat bag is an officially licensed Peanuts product.
MSRP: $20.00
PEANUTS PET COLLAR – Featuring a print of Snoopy, Woodstock in a hot-air balloon, and Charlie Brown’s signature wavy stripe on his shirt. An enamel charm of a Loungefly paw print tops off the look. Take your pet to the park and celebrate a milestone anniversary with a little extra character. This pet collar is an officially licensed Peanuts product.
Features: Nylon adjustable strap with printed details, Loungefly branded charm in the shape of a paw print, Gunmetal-colored hardware
MSRP: $20.00
PEANUTS PET HARNESS – On the bottom of the harness, the Peanuts characters’ silhouettes are embroidered in white, against a black background. Snoopy appears above, doing his happy dance against a shiny gold, textured background. The straps even carry Charlie Brown’s signature wavy stripe on his shirt, and original comic-strip artwork decorates the sides and top. Store extra treats and necessities in the zippered compartment and get ready to celebrate a milestone anniversary with a little extra character.
Features: Vegan leather (polyurethane), Applique, embossed, embroidered, mesh, textured faux leather, and printed details., Gunmetal-colored hardware, Adjustable nylon straps , Extra zippered pocket in the front for medium and large sizes, Leash hook at the bottom, Breathable mesh fabric for the undercarriage and Coordinating inside lining. This pet harness is an officially licensed Peanuts product.
MSRP: Small: $45.00 Medium: $50.00 Large: $55.00
Dimensions: (Small) Neck: 9”-16” X Chest: 12”-20”; (Medium) Neck: 10”-20” X Chest: 14”-33”; (Large) Neck: 13”-25” X Chest: 23”-45”
PEANUTS PET LEASH – Featuring a print of the shadows of the Peanuts characters’ silhouettes and Snoopy in full color. Take your pet to the park and celebrate a milestone anniversary with a little extra character.
Features: Nylon strap, Printed details and Gunmetal-colored hardware. This pet leash is an officially licensed Peanuts product.
Get ready for a spine-tingling Halloween experience at The Westin Anaheim Resort as we offer up some food and beverage options with ghoulish fun! This year, we’re diving into the world of Beetlejuice, with afterlife themed delights that will haunt your taste buds. From eerie cocktails and devilishly delicious treats to a haunting atmosphere reminiscent of the Netherworld itself, we invite you to celebrate Halloween with us. The afterlife awaits—will you dare to step inside?
The Westin Anaheim Resort | Chocolate Lobby Display
Pastry Chef Andy De la Cruz designed and crafted a spooktacular Halloween display in the lobby entitled: “Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice” as a homage to the resort’s General Manager, Nicholas Price, a big Halloween enthusiast. The tastefully curated display of the Beetlejuice house was made by a team of nine pastry chefs over the course of 115 hours and features 80 pounds of dark chocolate, 30 pounds of white chocolate, coffee grounds, and rice paper. The Beetlejuice display can be viewed now through October 31st in the resort lobby.
At the signature restaurant and lobby bar of The Westin Anaheim Resort, Tangerine Room and Bar 1030, you will find three festive cocktails: the Spooky Spritz, Ghost With The Most, and Spooky Season. Indulge in a frightful sweet, “Dessert For The Recently Deceased,” made with Viennese chocolate cake, white chocolate mousse, cassis cream and mint drip. These “to die for” treats are now available through October 31st.
RISE Rooftop Lounge
On October 25th and 26th, dress to impress in your favorite Halloween costume and join RISE Rooftop Lounge for their Afterlife Awaits Halloween Event. There will be two TERRORific evenings of DJ spins, spooky cocktails, frightful treats and costume contest prizes, including a complimentary hotel stay for 1-night at The Westin Anaheim Resort, $150 gift certificate to RISE Rooftop Lounge, and a $150 gift certificate to Tangerine Room. Reservations are required for this special event with a $25 per person cover charge. Book now to guarantee your reservation – it’s an event you won’t want to ghost.
Blossom Café & Market
For scary treats and tasty drinks, stop by Blossom Café & Market located at the front of The Westin Anaheim Resort. Available until October 31st, these delicious flavors of fall offerings include pumpkin spice lattes, spiced hazelnut lattes, Kat’s Spooky Cold Brew, ghostly cake pops, decorative sugar cookies and beyond.
Opened in June 2021, the AAA Four-Diamond hotel is a relaxing haven of wellness and renewal while being steps away from some of Southern California’s biggest and most popular attractions including Disneyland® Resort, Angel Stadium of Anaheim, the Honda Center and the Anaheim Convention Center. Featuring a modern design inspired by Anaheim’s historic orange grove roots, The Westin Anaheim Resort features 618 stylish guestrooms including 121 suites, a signature 2,860 square foot WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio, a resort-style pool, and seven signature restaurants and bars, including Anaheim’s only exclusive rooftop bar overlooking Disneyland® Resort. The hotel will also feature 23 meeting rooms totaling 53,896 square feet of customizable and high-tech meeting space including a 16,120-square-foot grand ballroom.
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