Even though Toy Story 3 does not come out until June 18, 2010, Disney is already releasing goodies for the loyal Toy Story fans that have been waiting for new info. In the third installment of the popular Pixar franchise, Andy has grown up and is ready to head off for college, leaving the toys in a panic. Their biggest fear is that they will be thrown away and forgotten, but what really happens is that Andy decides to keep Woody and get rid of his other toys. The rest of the crew, including Jessie, Buzz, Rex, Hamm and Slinky Dog, are given to a daycare and decide to plan their escape while Woody tries to find his friends. As usual there are some comedic twists thrown in, including Buzz Lightyear being reset into Spanish mode, as the toy crew tries to find a new home for themselves. As for what happens to them, we’ll have to wait until next year to find out, but there are many ways to get your Toy Story fix early.

Disney has already released teaser posters featuring your favorite Toy Story characters holding a “3” in the signature Toy Story font. There are also plans for a Nintendo Wii game called Toy Story Mania which features a number of shooting gallery games and even exclusive 3D levels to go with the third movie’s IMAX and 3D release. If you’re familiar with the name, it’s probably because you rode the attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The 3D enhanced attraction is suitable for riders of all ages and takes you through a fun carnival-like atmosphere where you can shoot at targets to get points. Over at the Magic Kingdom, the ever-popular Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin sends you on a mission into outer space right alongside Buzz as you shoot at evil aliens and try to get the most points out of all the space rangers on the ride.

Recently, Disney held a successful special double-feature showing of Toy Story and Toy Story 2 in 3D to promote the upcoming installment in what is now a trilogy. In between the two movies, a trailer of Toy Story was shown to get the crowds ready for Toy Story 3. Are you ready for the Woody and Buzz’s latest adventure?

Fans of the Disney/Pixar hits Toy Story and Toy Story 2 are in for a special treat this week as Disney brings the computer animated films back to theatres for a very special event. For two weeks both Toy Story and Toy Story 2 will be playing to audiences across the nation in 3D. Not only will they be in 3D, but the movies will be shown back to back in a rare double feature event. The best part is one movie ticket gets you access to both movies!

In between the two movies, audiences will get an intermission of about five to ten minutes. You might want to think twice about going to the bathroom or heading out for extra snacks, because Disney has some special things prepared for that break. Audiences will get a chance to play Disney trivia, view scenes of the Toy Story characters speaking to each other with new dialogue and get a very special preview of Toy Story 3. It took over a year for both movies to be converted to 3D format, but Disney is very excited about the new opportunity they’re presenting their fans.

"What is most exciting is that a whole new generation of moviegoers can see both films in the way that they are meant to be seen, in a shared audience environment," says Pixar co-founder John Lasseter, head of Disney animation and the director of both films. If you can’t get enough of the Toy Story franchise then head over to either of the two Orlando theme parks with Toy Story rides: Disney’s Hollywood Studios or the Magic Kingdom.

At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, the brand new Toy Story Mania ride will send you on an adventure through a carnival where you shoot at various targets, like balloons, just like you would at a real carnival. At the Magic Kingdom, you can ride the highly popular Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin and help Buzz defeat the enemy aliens in an adventure kids of any age can enjoy. October is going to be a great month for Toy Story fans.