October 2019 Disney Highlights

October 1

The new era of Epcot begins today with the limited-time nighttime spectacular Epcot Forever. Celebrate the past, present, and future of Epcot through the spark of imagination.

October 2

To celebrate Marvel’s 80th they are resurrecting one of its wildest creations, Bizarre Adventures. Within these pages you will see Shang-Chi take on a martial arts master, Ulysses Bloodstone battle a master of the dark arts, Dracula meet his match, and the Marvel debut of Achewood’s Chris Onstad

October 3

Celebrate 31 Nights of Halloween with the limited time Freeform Halloween House experience in Hollywood.

October 4

Get ready for this winter’s most anticipated films with Triple Force Friday and Frozen Fan Friday fans will be able to pick up the latest Star Wars and Frozen merchandise.

October 5

New York Comic Con continues. Follow Laughing Place for full coverage throughout the weekend

October 6

On the season premiere of Star Wars Resistance, after being launched into space by Kaz and crew, the Colossus encounters engineering problems, which are made worse by a mysterious stowaway.

October 7

Following last night’s debut on ABC, the newest iteration of Kids Say the Darndest Things is now available on Hulu

October 8

On a new episode of Elena of Avalor, after Elena discovers that Hool used up her life force to repair her scepter, she risks everything to save her friend.

October 9

See what happens before the events of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker with Marvel’s Journey to Stat Wars: The Rise of Skywalker – Allegiance #1

October 10

Coco returns to the El Capitan Theatre. Before the show, guests will enjoy the music of the Grammy® Award Winning Mariachi Divas de Cindy Shea live on stage along with Ballet Folklórico de Los Ángeles. 

October 11

Hulu debuts their original movie Little Monsters.Dave (Alexander England), a washed-up musician, volunteers to chaperone his nephew’s kindergarten field trip after taking a shine to the plucky schoolteacher, Miss Caroline (Lupita Nyong’o). Dave’s intentions are complicated by the presence of world-famous child entertainer and competitor for Miss Caroline’s affections, Teddy McGiggle (Josh Gad). One thing none of them, bargained for, however, is a sudden zombie outbreak, from which Dave and Miss Caroline must protect the children.

October 12

Disney Store is hosting a Haunted Halloween Party. Come dressed as your favorite character and play fun games.

October 13

D23 is celebrating the Legend of Sleepy Hollow with their D23 Heads to the Hollow event.

October 14

Mickey Mouse Mixed Up Adventures debuts today. Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald, Daisy, Pluto, Chip and Dale, go on zany adventures all around Hot Dog Hills in fun locales including Mickey’s new gadget-filled house, the Mixed-Up Motor Lab at Mickey’s Garage.

October 15

The latest Rick Riordan Presents title, Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky is released today.

October 16

In Journey to Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Allegiance #2, the Resistance is in dire need of ships, weapons, and recruits to make a final stand against Kylo Ren’s forces. Desperation drives a delegation led by General Leia Organa and Rey to entreat the Rebel veteran’s one-time allies, the Mon Calamari, to join the fight.

October 17

Maleficent: Mistress of Evil debuts tonight. Fans at the El Capitan can attend a special opening night screening which includes popcorn in a souvenir container, a bottled beverage, and an exclusive art poster.

October 18

Looking for Alaska debuts on Hulu. Set in 2005, it centers around teenager Miles “Pudge” Halter (Charlie Plummer), as he enrolls in boarding school to try to gain a deeper perspective on life. He falls in love with Alaska Young (Kristine Froseth), and finds a group of loyal friends. But after an unexpected tragedy, Miles and his close friends attempt to make sense of what they’ve been through.

October 19

The Disney Wisdom collection continues with the Genie from Aladdin showcasing the narrator’s quote, “Like so many things, it’s not what is outside, but what is inside that counts.”

October 20

Catch Fox Searchlight's Jojo Rabbit in select theatres this weekend.

October 21

National Geographic debuts Lost Cities with Albert Lin

October 22

Epcot is hosting their Italian Food, Wine vs. Beer Pairing event. Discover authentic Italian dishes with an original twist—expertly prepared and served with regional beverages.

October 23

Journey to Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Allegiance #3 shares how decades after Imperial occupation enslaved the their planet, there are those willing to stop at nothing to prevent another war from bloodying the waters of Mon Cala.

October 24

Check out Season 2 of Castle Rock on Hulu. A feud between warring clans comes to a boil when budding psychopath Annie Wilkes, Stephen King's nurse from hell, gets waylaid in Castle Rock.

October 25

Zomboat! debuts on Hulu. Here is what we know: A pair of sisters escape the apocalypse with the help of Dorothy, an early-80’s wood paneled canal boat.

October 26

Women of Impact debuts tonight on National Geographic.

October 27

Celebrate today’s 65th Anniversary of the Disneyland TV series, which introduced the nation to the concept of Disneyland.

October 28

The Miami Dolphins take on the Pittsburgh Steelers on ESPN’s Monday Night Football

October 29

D23 gets into the Halloween spirit with their Mostly Ghostly Halloween on the Lot event.

October 30

In Journey to Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Allegiance #4, Poe Dameron and Finn hunt down a weapons cache on the remote moon of Avedot, unaware that they are being hunted by the most notorious criminal gang in the galaxy.

October 31

Tonight is Halloween. Whether you are celebrating at a park or at-home, make sure your celebration is filled with some not-so-scary Disney magic.