Category: Disneyland Resort
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Earl of Sandwich to Return to the West End of Downtown Disney
Earlier this week, Disney announced that Earl of Sandwich will be returning to the west end of the Downtown Disney District. We know the pop-up location will open this Winter with a menu of the popular sandwiches from this quick-service restaurant! While there is currently a location closer to the Esplanade, it has been announced…
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Iconic Disney Ad Location Damaged by Fire
This morning, many Southern Californians woke up to the sad news of the hangar at the Tustin Air Base up in flames. This has been an iconic and historic spot in Orange County since it opened in 1942. While the hangar was used to store blimps for the military, Disney fans may recognize this location…
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Photos/Video: Downtown Disney District Construction Update – November 4, 2023
Things are really getting exciting as the transformation of Downtown Disney District continues. This last weekend the transformation continued to show itself making process for guests visiting the Disneyland Resort. This comes ahead of the opening of a lawn and stage area on the west end of Downtown Disney District. Daps Magic team member Angela…
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Space Mountain Reopens With New Exterior Lighting
Space Mountain at Disneyland has been undergoing a refurbishment that lasted over a month. When it reopened, fans were delighted to see that at night it was sporting a new and beautiful lighting package. With hues of purple and gold, it is reminiscent of the colors that once were found throughout Tomorrowland in the late…
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A Look at all the Disney Gingerbread Houses & Displays for the 2023 Holiday Season
One of the highlights of the holiday season at the Disney Parks every year always has to be the gingerbread displays that can be found in many different places. From hotels to attractions and beyond, gingerbread houses and displays are a large part of the holiday season. Below is a look at different gingerbread houses…
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Jungle Cruise Skippers Take the Cruise on Dry Land at Disneyland
Jungle Cruise Skippers made their humor even dryer while their attraction is currently closed. This was done by using their dry humor on land cruises instead of on board their boats. They could be found out in front of the attraction making guests laugh while the attraction is worked on. Daps Magic team member Angela…
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Disneyland Resort Celebrates Cast Members With 50 and 55 Years of Service
The Disneyland Resort recently celebrated the careers of cast members who have worked at the resort for 50 and 55 years. The celebration took place in the Golden Horseshoe and honored these magic makers. The Disney Parks Blog shared a little bit about them and their careers. Check out their stories here:
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Disney Festival of Holidays Booths Begin to Arrive at Disney California Adventure
Disney Festival of Holidays will begin delighting guests at Disney California Adventure on November 10, 2023. When it does, there will be plenty of holiday experiences to enjoy through January 7, 2023 (including Phat Cat Swinger!). One of the highlights of this festival every year is the the food and beverage offerings. The menus for…
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FIRST LOOK: Adventureland Treehouse at Disneyland
The Adventureland Treehouse at Disneyland officially opens on November 10th, with a Magic Key preview the day before. Ahead of the opening of this icon in Adventureland, Disneyland Resort has shared a video and photos of this renovated treehouse. The treehouse has some new magical features, including an animatronic ostrich and also some wonderful call…
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Disneyland Resort Refurbishment Report – November 1, 2023
Welcome back to the Disneyland Refurbishment Report. There is a lot happening, and even though most of the focus will be on the holiday transformation, there are still some refurbishments happening. We start along the Rivers of America and Fowler’s Harbor where the extensive Mark Twain Riverboat refurbishment continues. From there, we make our way…
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GEEK EATS: Holidays at the Disneyland Resort Foods
The holidays are almost at the Disneyland Resort. Starting on November 10th, there will be plenty of holiday merriment to enjoy around the Disneyland Resort. This includes, decorations, entertainment, and of course food and beverages! Ahead of the start of this merry season, Disney has shared the different food and beverage offerings that will be…
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Photos/Video: Downtown Disney District Construction Update – October 28, 2023
Each week we get closer to the opening of the west end of the Downtown Disney District. With the recent announcement that the new lawn and stage will be opening, things seem to change more rapidly each day. Daps Magic continues to document the progress of this transformation, not just for the west end but…
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GEEK EATS: Disney Festival of Holidays Food Offerings at Disney California Adventure
Disney Festival of Holidays is almost upon us! With the return of this holiday tradition there will be plenty of entertainment (including Phat Cat Swinger), holiday merchandise, experiences, and of course food! Ahead of the return of Disney Festival of Holidays to Disney California Adventure, Disney has shared a look at what will be available…
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Asha From “WISH” Arrives at EPCOT
Asha, from the upcoming Walt Disney Animation Studios film Wish, has arrived at EPCOT to meet with Walt Disney World Resort guests. The arrival of this new Disney leading lady at EPCOT comes ahead of the arrival of her movie in theaters this Thanksgiving. It also comes ahead of the arrival of the character at…
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“Mickey’s Toontown Express” Plane Revealed by Disneyland Resort and Alaska Airlines
A new beautiful Disney-themed plane has been revealed by Alaska Airlines and the Disneyland Resort. Called Mickey’s Toontown Express, this plane celebrates the recently re-imagined and re-opened Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland. It features Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and others in Mickey’s Toontown. The plane was revealed in Seattle at a special gate ceremony before it…
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How Many Disney Parks Are There?
Featuring iconic attractions, characters and events, each Disney theme park is a world of its own. In total, 12 Disney theme parks make up the six Disney Resorts in North America, Europe and Asia, and every park offers its own unique blend of entertainment, imagination and adventure. What are the six Disney Resorts? Disney’s six…
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Disneyland Magic Key Holders To Get First Look at Adventureland Treehouse
Disneyland Magic Key Holders can get a first look at the Adventureland Treehouse at Disneyland during a special preview on Thursday, November 9, according to Scott Gustin on X, formerly Twitter. The Adventureland Treehouse, inspired by Walt Disney’s Swiss Family Robinson, will officially open to all guests on Friday, November 10. The preview will be…
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New Old Boats Appear in Adventureland – 30 Years Ago at Disneyland
Some changes at Disneyland are so abrupt or momentous or large that they cannot be missed when they are happening, and the change itself is long remembered. Other changes, more subtle and instantly familiar, are soon forgotten. In October, 1993, Disneyland’s venerable Jungle Cruise rolled out the first subtle change in a years-long makeover that…
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Popular Little Big Band Phat Cat Swinger Returning to Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure
The incredibly popular little big band Phat Cat Swinger is returning to Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure. According to the Disneyland Entertainment Guide, Phat Cat Swinger will begin performances on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. They will be performing at 5:30 PM and 6:45 PM at the Palisades Stage in Paradise Gardens Park.…
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Special Tote Bag Coming for Disneyland Magic Key Holders
Holidays at the Disneyland Resort begin Friday, November 10 and continue through Sunday, January 7, 2024. Before the holiday season kicks off, Disneyland Magic Key Holders can pick up a special tote celebrating Disney ¡Viva Navidad! This special tote will be available Wednesday, November 1 through Thursday, November 9 from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm.…
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Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon Weekend Coming to Disneyland Resort September 2024
Great news for Disneyland runners! Next Halloween season, you will be able to run through the Disneyland Resort for a marathon weekend that will be a frightfully fun time! The marathon weekend will take place September 5-8, 2024! There will be a 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, and Challenge for runners as well as kids races…
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Iconic Disneyland Resort Voices Bid Farewell
Since 1991, you have heard the voice of Bill Rogers as the official voice of Disneyland. Since 2012, you have heard the voice of Camille Dixon as the official voice of Disney California Adventure. Soon, these iconic voices will no longer be heard at the Disneyland Resort. They are moving on to new projects due…