Official Announcement/Year of a Million Dreams

[kiltedwarrior]

The rumour mill has gotten wind that Disney are scheduled to announce the next big 'event' set to take place around WDW tomorrow (June 7th). Jay Rasulo, Chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts will make the announcent which adds weight the theory that a significant plan is in the works. From what I can gather, it *may* be the next big celebration, similar to HCOE (happiest celebration on earth) in that it will take place globally at all Disney theme parks and has the title 'where dreams come true' or something similar with 'dreams' incorporated into it. It could also be the announcement of Princess and Pirates themed nights, similar to that of MNSSHP and MVMCP that will take place on selected evenings after park hours. It could also involved Epcot's 25th celebrations and include changes such as the return of Dreamfinder to the Imagination pavillion and theres also rumours of 'retro' Epcot events and merchandise. Other rumours include the announcement of a Monsters Inc attraction replacing the now closed Timekeeper and a new 'themed' parade to hit the Magic Kingdom. Either way, watch this space….. :spy:

[JuniorMickey]

I'm guessing it's an Epcot celebration :D

[PaulaK]

Please let it be :Princess: and :Pirate: nights!

A new parade would be good :micbounce and any new rides are great!

[Johnie]

a Monsters Inc ride would be awesome!

[lisaw]

Sounds exciting :excited:

I really hope there will be a new parade at MK :)

[OKWTink]

such as the return of Dreamfinder to the Imagination pavillion

OOOOOH! I hope it's THIS ONE!!!!

[DisFanatic80]

yea me 2 I hope so too :)

[uscwest]

I think that they have added a Monster's Inc attraction at Disneyland California Adventure. From what I hear it is not at all what I envisioned the ride to be myself though. Haven't seen it yet so can't really comment.

[PaulaK]

The Brother bear raft ride would be good ~ but that rumour's been going for years. :hehe: That Soarin' building is pretty ugly though from round the WS. A nice big mountain would improve the view. :D

A Spanish pavilion in WS ~ another long standing rumour :hehe:.

A cars ride like they are building in DLRP would be better than Monsters Inc and would fit in that area of MK. :hyper:

[kiltedwarrior]

A cars ride like they are building in DLRP would be better than Monsters Inc and would fit in that area of MK. :hyper:

There have been whispers that if Cars proves a hit, that they may re-develop the Tomorrowland Speedway into a Cars-themed attraction.:thumbs:

[PaulaK]

oooohhhhh excellent! :excited: :micbounce

[JasonC]

It's all quite exciting - a cars themed ride would be awesome though, as would a new parade or any other new rides:thumbs:

[JuniorMickey]

after seeing cars I can't imagine it NOT being a hit. it's awesome :thumbs:

[greentop]

Anything new sounds good - what better excuse for a return visit??

[tweenie123]

I hope it's a Princess and Pirates night - I love themed nights!

[PrincessHeather]

Is it a bit strange that my heart started beating fast as I was reading this?:wacko: It all sounds good to me!! I'll keep my peepers on this thread :)

[Bec]

:excited: :excited: parade, parade, parade..

[hayleyneeyore]

Oh please, oh please, oh please let it be while I'm there!! :D

[*Thumper*]

Hi all,

Not sure if this has anything to do with the big annoucement that was mentioned yesterday but it looks interesting!;

http://destinations.disney.go.com/disneyparks/index?bhcp=1

I want the Golden Fastpass!! :eek:

Jenna x

[joanne]

Anyone know what time this announcement is supposed to take place? :unsure:

[PaulaK]

Could it be the 'Year of Dreams' stuff *Thumper* just posted? :shrug:

[AlecK]

Could it be the Dreams stuff *Thumper* just posted? :shrug:


I think so. I've just registered for the sweepstake to win a million dreams :)

must be starting in Oct as the prize is for a trip 1-4 Oct 06

It talks about pirates, princesses and space rangers so it all fits with the rumours.

[PaulaK]

Sounds fabulous! i've registered for more details and entered the sweepstakes already :lol:

[JuniorMickey]

Yeah! I'll be there for the beginning as I arrive September 29th

[joanne]

There's supposed to be a big announcement today though, isn't there? :unsure:

[Johnie]

Supposed to be. Not sure what time though

[Dawn]

Sweepstake entered. :thumbs:

[triciacarole]

I keep checking back here for it :)

[kiltedwarrior]

It appears what Thumper has posted was what was announced, official press release due out tomorrow :)

[Johnie]

Could someone actually post what it says then? I can't open Thumper's link without downloading some program (which I'm not allowed to do at work). Thanks

[Mickeymac]

it will take place this evening, at the WOD in NYC. It's a press event, cocktail reception.

Also, I merged threads to keep all informaiton in same place.

[*Thumper*]

Yeah, we'll be there for the start of it too, am looking forward to hearing more about it!

[joanne]

OK then, watch this space for the press release tomorrow :thumbs:

[Rosie0610]

No fair! I won't be here tomorrow!! Maybe I'll catch wind of it in Disneyland!

[Rosie0610]

OK, signed up and ready to get my "golden fastpass"! :)

[PaulaK]

I wonder if the wishes will be granted via the sweepstakes or whether they will be given in resorts? :shrug:

[Johnie]

Will someone please post what is going on since I can't open the link? Thank you.

[Dawn]

Hang on a minute I'm waiting for the overindulgent flash animation to finish before I can get to the text. :lol:

[Dawn]

OK here's the first bit I could grab.

[Dawn]

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[Johnie]

Thanks Dawn!

[greentop]

Just entered sweepstakes - but don't worry we never win anything :lol: . Someone is going to be a very lucky person - let's hope it is someone from these boards :thumbs: .

[bawden2]

I just entered to and i never win any thing either :rolleyes:

[d_dreamer]

from what I've read, you get a golden fastpass (as y'all talked about) and a private meet with a Character of your choice that would teach you something e.g. Jack Sparrow, to be pirate like, or Cinderella Princess Lessons...

the chibi in my head went something like this. "Can I have a date with Aladdin?" "uh.... no" "how about with Jack Sparrow?" "No." "Can I meet an Imagineer, can I huh, huh?" "Deffinately not." I sigh deeply "Fine, I guess I'll meet Jack Sparrow." "That can happen." *is bummed*

[carney cat]

During 'Year of a Million Dreams' Celebration
Disney Cast Members to Award a Million Magical Dreams


From an Overnight Stay inside Cinderella Castle to a Golden FastPass, Dreams Big and Small to Come True During a First-of-its-Kind Celebration That Also Features New Attractions and Entertainment at Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts


BURBANK, Calif. (June. 7, 2006) -- From an overnight stay inside Cinderella Castle to a Golden FASTPASS, dreams big and small will come true at Disneyland and Walt Disney World resorts during Disney's "Year of a Million Dreams," a first-of-its-kind celebration of the individual dreams of Disney Parks guests.

The year-long celebration, beginning Oct. 1, 2006, at Disneyland Resort in California and Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, will feature the debut of an incredible lineup of new attractions and entertainment at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World resorts, plus new technologies that allow guests to customize their Disney park experience.

And, for the first time, during the "Year of a Million Dreams" celebration, Disney cast members will award a million dreams -- both large and small, including many "money-can't-buy" experiences -- to guests selected through a random process as part of a unique "Disney Dreams Giveaway" promotion.

"Throughout this incredible celebration, special dreams and unique experiences once thought impossible will be awarded by our cast every day," said Jay Rasulo, chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. "Disney parks are always the place where dreams come true -- but even more so during the 'Year of a Million Dreams.' "

The "impossible" includes the creation of over-the-top, overnight experiences for winning guests at both East and West Coast resorts: a royal bedchamber inside Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World Resort and a Mickey Mouse Penthouse at Disneyland Resort, both expected to be complete by January 2007.

A day of royal treatment will end with a night of enchantment inside Cinderella Castle for a different lucky guest each night. Cinderella's royal bedchamber, now under construction at Magic Kingdom, will allow Disney guests to stay overnight inside the park and enjoy a view shared only by Tinker Bell. The lavishly decorated bedroom will be located in a space originally planned as an in-park apartment for the use of the Disney family.

And for a lucky Disneyland guest, each night, the all-new Mickey Mouse Penthouse at Disneyland Hotel will pour on the Mickey charm and include magical views overlooking both Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure parks. The extraordinary penthouse will be decorated in all things Mickey, with finishing touches by none other than Minnie Mouse herself.

In addition, during the year-long celebration, other Disney dreams both large and small will be awarded in the "Disney Dreams Giveaway" promotion, such as:
Traveling to each Disney resort around the world to serve as grand marshal in a Disney parade.
A variety of unique Disney vacation experiences.
Admission to special parties and other extraordinary experiences in the Disneyland and Walt Disney World parks.
Private meetings with favorite Disney characters.
A Golden FASTPASS ticket with unique access entitlements to some of Disney's most popular attractions.
New Attractions and Entertainment Planned for the "Year of a Million Dreams"


Throughout the "Year of a Million Dreams" celebration, Disneyland and Walt Disney World resorts will debut major new attractions:

Disneyland Resort in California

• Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage -- Inspired by Disney- Pixar's "Finding Nemo," this all-new E-ticket adventure will take guests on a real (and unbelievable) underwater excursion. (Summer 2007)

• Rockin' Space Mountain -- Space Mountain is getting a new twist. Thanks to new lighting and technology, Disney's classic attraction will become a new experience in which rockets will rock it through the greatest concert in the universe. An all-new soundtrack will fit the exciting twists and turns of Disney's rocket classic. (Spring 2007)

Walt Disney World Resort in Florida

• "The Seas with Nemo & Friends" at Epcot -- Nemo is lost -- again -- and guests aboard "clam-mobiles" join his friends to search one of the world's largest saltwater aquariums for the playful clownfish in a stunning display of new entertainment technology inspired by Disney-Pixar's "Finding Nemo." (Late 2006)

• "Finding Nemo-The Musical" at Disney's Animal Kingdom -- Also inspired by Disney-Pixar's "Finding Nemo," the Great Barrier Reef comes to colorful life in an all-new musical filled with spectacular scenery, elaborate puppetry and music by a Tony-Award-winning composer. (Late 2006)

• The Laugh Floor Comedy Club at Magic Kingdom -- Guests find the power of laughter in an engaging and interactive new adventure inspired by Disney-Pixar's "Monsters, Inc." as they match wits with the one-eyed hero Mike Wazowski and his friends. (Early 2007)

Additionally, special entertainment and programs will be in place at the parks and resorts to accommodate the desires and wishes of would-be Disney Princesses, pirates, adventurers and space explorers. Guests will be able to customize their visit to a Disney park to pursue the "Dream Track" of their choice with on-line planning tools and in-park technology to help them become the hero or princess they've always dreamed of being.

For more information about the "Year of a Million Dreams" celebration and the "Disney Dreams Giveaway" promotion, visit www.mydisneyparks.com (http://www.mydisneyparks.com/). Look for future announcements with the details of the "Disney Dreams Giveaway" promotion. No purchase necessary and subject to promotion official rules which will be available on Oct. 1, 2006. Odds of winning any prize will depend on the number of eligible entries. Void where prohibited.

[joanne]

A First-of-its Kind Dream Come True Makes for An Unforgettable Experience in Magic Kingdom!

BURBANK, Calif. (June. 7, 2006) -- For the first time ever, to launch Disney's "Year of a Million Dreams" celebration, one lucky guest and family will receive a once-in-a-lifetime dream come true as they get the Magic Kingdom park all to themselves.

The winning family will enter Magic Kingdom on a red-carpeted Main Street, U.S.A. lined with cast members in place for their exclusive visit. They'll enjoy a VIP itinerary as they tour each land of the park, experience favorite attractions and visit favorite characters.

As the winning family leaves each land, other guests will fill the park behind them -- ensuring plenty of spectators as they make their way back down Main Street, U.S.A. as grand marshals of the daily parade. The winning family will conclude their remarkable visit by enjoying the spectacular fireworks over Cinderella Castle from a special viewing location.

The "Keys to the Magic Kingdom" promotion will lead up to the Oct. 1, 2006, launch of the "Year of a Million Dreams" celebration at Disneyland Resort in California and Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. The winning family will enjoy their VIP visit to Magic Kingdom in October, early in the year-long celebration. The "Year of a Million Dreams" is a first-of-its-kind event that celebrates the individual dreams of Disney Park guests from around the world. Another million dreams will be awarded to Disneyland and Walt Disney World guests through the "Disney Dreams Giveaway," a separate promotion that will run throughout the "Year of a Million Dreams."
"Our goal is to make dreams come true for every single guest who visits our Disney parks," says Jay Rasulo, chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. "Dreams and wishes are synonymous with Disney and what better way to make a vacation dream come true than by allowing one lucky family to enjoy the Magic Kingdom by themselves."

For more information about the "Year of a Million Dreams" celebration and the "Keys to the Magic Kingdom" promotion, visit www.mydisneyparks.com (http://www.mydisneyparks.com/). No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Open to legal residents 18 or older of the 50 states and D.C. Commences June 7, 2006, and ends July 31, 2006.

"Disney Dreams Giveaway": Look for future announcements with the details of the "Disney Dreams Giveaway" promotion. No purchase necessary and subject to promotion official rules which will be available on Oct. 1, 2006. Odds of winning any prize will depend on the number of eligible entries. Void where prohibited.

[Dawn]

Open to legal residents 18 or older of the 50 states and D.C. Commences June 7, 2006, and ends July 31, 2006.


:sigh:

[heatherb819]

Do you only enter the sweepstakes once? Or do you have to enter for each item? I only saw one place to enter and I don't want to miss and entry. Whose knows I may actually win something!

[d_dreamer]

this is SO COOL!!! I'm entering, I would love to stay in the appartment that was supposed to be for Walt

[kazzaqld]

Open to legal residents 18 or older of the 50 states and D.C. Commences June 7, 2006, and ends July 31, 2006.
:sigh:

That's discrimination! :lol:

I wanna enter!!!

[Dawn]

Here's the Orlando Sentinel article

Disney set for 'Year of Million Dreams'
The promotion will include sleepovers at Cinderella Castle for certain lucky visitors.


Scott Powers | Sentinel Staff Writer
Posted June 8, 2006

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It's every little girl's dream come true: spending the night in Cinderella Castle.

Such sleepovers will be part of a "Year of a Million Dreams" national promotion that the Walt Disney Co. announced Wednesday night.

Every day for a year, beginning Oct. 1, a family will be picked to move into the "royal chambers" and spend the night at the Magic Kingdom castle.

The promotion, along with a worldwide advertising campaign called "Where Dreams Come True," is aimed at surprising visitors with previously unimagined experiences, Disney officials said.

"We'll be empowering our cast to basically deliver some once-in-a-lifetime experiences to some of our guests," said Jay Rasulo, chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts.

Some people wandering the Disney property will be handed scrolls inviting them to gala balls. Riders on Pirates of the Caribbean might find pirates taking the seats beside them. Others will be handed "Golden Fastpass" tickets that allow them to get into much shorter Fastpass lines at rides all day.

One family even will be picked in the next year to have Magic Kingdom to themselves for a few hours.

The campaigns also will involve a handful of new attractions, including the previously announced "Finding Nemo: the Musical" show at Disney's Animal Kingdom, and a new "The Seas with Nemo and Friends" ride through Living Seas at Epcot. A couple of other rides, such as Space Mountain, are going to get changes.

But the chance to spend the night at Cinderella Castle is sure to get the most attention from little girls and their parents.

"If we came here to Cinderella's Castle, you would meet her," said 7-year-old Adalina Harris of McAllen, Texas, who was visiting the Magic Kingdom on Wednesday with her parents and brother.

Disney lore has it that about 10 stories up from the castle moat, an apartment was built when the castle was opened in 1971. Whether it was intended to be Walt Disney's apartment (he died in 1966) or his brother Roy's, the apartment was never finished and never lived in. Until now.

The winning visitors will be picked at random through a system being developed by consultants, a Disney spokesman said.

The visitors could be picked in the parks, in Disney hotels or even at Downtown Disney, where the general public can wander for free -- just as long as they're on Disney property.

This new campaign comes immediately after Disney's "Happiest Celebration on Earth" promotion for Disneyland's 50th anniversary, which was credited with boosting attendance at Disneyland and Disney World.

"Perhaps this campaign may yield good results as well," said Ady Milman, a business professor at the Rosen College of Hospitality Management at the University of Central Florida.

This year, Disney opened a major attraction -- Expedition Everest at Animal Kingdom -- but no major attractions were announced for the coming year.

Instead, Disney will focus on visitor experiences, such as the castle sleepovers.

But why stop with the castle, wondered Ron and Anita Dick of Wichita, Kan. They were visiting Wednesday with their teenage grandchildren, who they said loved Tower of Terror.

"They need to put an apartment there. If they did Tower of Terror, that would interest the teenagers," she said.

[Debbie2]

Oh well, suppose I will have to go again next year to see what it's all about and buy the new badge(s) for the lanyard(s) :D

[Steamboat Willy]

Ugh. Can't Disny for one year just be normal Disney. No parties, no celebrations. Just normal theme park. Too many celebrations cheapens the park and with each celebration bleeding into the next, it don't mak eany celebration exciting or special.

[d_dreamer]

don't think so... unfortunatly :(

[duck dude]

i am with jm on this one

[megpeg]

All of it sounds great to me, I want to go NOW!!
Megpeg

[d_dreamer]

seems like it's not boosting attendence though...