The Pixie Packed Family Blog

Tips, Reviews & Finds

Real-life Disney tips from our family to yours. From vacation planning and packing to Disney updates, outfit inspiration, and accessibility—we share what we've learned along the way to help make your family's Disney vacation a little easier and a lot more magical.

TPPF graphic showing the 2026 EPCOT Candlelight Processional narrator lineup, showtimes and key planning details.
Disney News & Updates

2026 EPCOT Candlelight Processional Narrators Announced — Full Lineup

2026-09-09

Disney has announced the 2026 EPCOT Candlelight Processional narrator lineup, including new names like Robin Roberts, Jason Kelce and Lacey Chabert. Here’s the full schedule plus what families should know before planning.

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Exterior of The Diamond Horseshoe restaurant in Liberty Square at Magic Kingdom.
Disney News & Updates

A New Limited-Time Dining Experience Is Coming to The Diamond Horseshoe

2026-09-08

A limited-time dining experience begins at The Diamond Horseshoe on October 4, 2026, with reservations opening September 29. Here’s what Magic Kingdom families should know before booking.

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Artist rendering of guests dining while a live band performs inside Hurly-Burly at Disney's BoardWalk.
Disney News & Updates

New at Disney's BoardWalk: Hurly-Burly Opens October 1

2026-09-08

Hurly-Burly opens at Disney's BoardWalk on October 1, 2026 with shareable bites, specialty drinks, daytime family entertainment and live music at night.

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Miss Tilly sits atop Mount Mayday at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon water park at Walt Disney World.
Disney News & Updates

Typhoon Lagoon Is Temporarily Closing — What Disney Families Should Know

2026-09-08

Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon temporarily closes beginning September 9, 2026. Here’s what families visiting Walt Disney World should know about the closure and their water park options.

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Vanessa, Troy and Arianna together in front of Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World.
Disney News & Updates

Is a Walt Disney World Annual Pass Worth It If You Live Out of State?

2026-09-07

Our family’s experience, the perks people overlook, and the Disney math you should do before buying

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Vanessa, Troy, Seth and Grandma Trudy riding Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom with the attraction sign and Disney PhotoPass ride effects visible.
Disney News & Updates

Tiana's Bayou Adventure Closing for Refurbishment — What to Know Before Your Trip

2026-09-07

Tiana's Bayou Adventure is expected to close for refurbishment beginning November 2, 2026. Here's what families with upcoming Magic Kingdom trips should know.

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Vanessa and Troy of The Pixie Packed Family standing in front of Spaceship Earth at EPCOT
Disney News & Updates

The Biggest Walt Disney World Announcements From D23 2026 — And What They Mean for Families

2026-08-23

Disney revealed a huge round of Walt Disney World updates at D23 2026! Here’s what’s changing, what families can look forward to, and what it could mean for your next Disney vacation.

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Family visiting EPCOT on a Walt Disney World park day with lightweight bags and comfortable park gear
Outfits & Packing

What We Actually Pack for a Disney Park Day — And What We’ve Learned to Leave Behind

2026-08-23

What should you actually carry into Walt Disney World? After years of park days, our family has learned to pack for the people, weather and day ahead—not somebody else's giant Disney packing list.

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The Pixie Packed Family together in front of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom, with the two youngest children's faces covered by pink Minnie bows for privacy
Travel Tips

6 Ways Our Disney-Loving Family Actually Saves Money at Walt Disney World (Without Losing the Magic)

2026-08-03

Disney trips don't have to drain your bank account. Here's exactly how our family cuts costs at Walt Disney World while still having the most magical time possible.

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Pixie Packed Family together during a Disney park day, wearing the different shoes that work for each member of the family.
Travel Tips

Why Good Shoes Can Make or Break Your Disney Vacation (For Everyone)

2026-08-02

There's no single magical pair of 'Disney shoes' that works for every family member — here's how we found what actually works for each of us, and how you can find what works for you.

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