Author: Mr. Daps
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Celebrate September 21 at EPCOT With Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and More!
September 21 is a great day to be at EPCOT. This is the day when fans don’t have to play any guessing games when they go on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. There will also be some other fun offerings to be enjoyed throughout the day by guests visiting EPCOT. Guardians of the Galaxy:…
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Pick or Pass – GEEKS CORNER #833
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week, the Geeks are trying something a bit different. They are playing a game of “Pick or Pass.” The way it works is that a prompt is given, and then each Geek says whether they would pick (agree) that prompt or pass (disagree) on it. Most of these prompts come…
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Ellen’s Energy Adventure | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 15, 1996
On this day in 1996, Ellen’s Energy Adventure opened at EPCOT, replacing the opening-day attraction, Universe of Energy. The slow-moving dark ride was a comedic take on energy production from the primeval era to the future, and starred Ellen DeGeneres, Bill Nye the Science Guy, and Jamie Lee Curtis. Illustrating the theme, two acres of…
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Avengers Jeep Returns Home in Avengers Campus
The Avengers Jeep has returned home inside Avengers Campus. Anyone who has walked through Avengers Campus recently will have seen this vehicle parked between the Avengers HQ building and Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! On Monday, guests walking through the Campus noticed that the Jeep had been returned to its former home in…
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New Disney Ad Spotlights Local Businesses
It takes more than just the magic makers who are seen to bring the magic to life. A new advertisement from Disney called Sounds of Disney has been released. It almost looks like a mini-documentary and showcases how Disney has a nationwide economic impact. As it showcases the Cast members at work, there are audio…
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More Scrims Go Up Around The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure at Disney California Adventure
Walls and scrims recently went up around The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure. This comes as the exterior of the attraction apparently gets some love. This is the first time that this attraction has received this kind of attention since opening in 2011. On Monday, more scrims and scaffolding could be seen going up…
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The Mad Tea Party at Disneyland Closes for Extended Refurbishment
The Mad Tea Party in Fantasyland at Disneyland is now closed. This is part of a planned extended refurbishment for the beloved attraction that was inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Alice in Wonderland. While the attraction was open on Sunday for guests to enjoy spinning around The Happiest Place on Earth, on Monday it…
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Disney Store at Selfridges Manchester Trafford Is Now Open!
The Disney Store at Selfridges Manchester Trafford is now officially open. This new Disney Store gives Disney fans across Manchester and the North West a new dedicated Disney destination at the Trafford Centre. Inside, there is an immersive shopping experience that gives fans of all ages the opportunity to explore official Disney, Pixar, MARVEL, and…
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New Trailer and Poster Released for ESPN’s ‘Portrait of an Artist: Stephen Curry’
ESPN has released a new trailer and poster for its upcoming documentary, Portrait of an Artist: Stephen Curry. Religion of Sports co-founder Gotham Chopra directs this ESPN Films documentary. It will be released exclusively in IMAX theaters on October 9, 2026. Check out the trailer here: Portrait of an Artist: Stephen Curry Official Description On…
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The Magic of Disney Animation Opens at Walt Disney World Resort
The Magic of Disney Animation is now open for guests of all ages to enjoy. To commemorate the opening of this magical place, Disney brought dozens of characters together for a photo in front of its entrance. In fact, there were 60 characters in total for this very special moment. This was reminiscent of the…
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Check Out These Halloween Costume Ideas For All Ages
Halloween is almost here and is already being celebrated in the parks. There is still plenty of time to get Halloween costumes together before upcoming Halloween parties and trick-or-treating. Disney recently shared some ideas for different costumes for all ages. Below are ideas from a range of different fandoms for a variety of ages. Take…
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Kimberly Williams-Paisley | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 14, 1971
On this day in 1971, actress, author, and philanthropist Kimberly Williams-Paisley was born. She may be best remembered for her breakout role as Annie Banks-MacKenzie in Touchstone’s ‘Father of the Bride’ parts one and two. She appeared on the ABC series ‘According to Jim’ and ‘Nashville.’ Other Disney roles included Gwen Daugherty in ‘Indian Summer’…
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Disney Wishables Shimmer Mystery Plush Arrives at Disney Store
Mystery boxes seem to be more popular than ever now. They have even arrived at the Disney Store. This Halloween season, the new Disney Wishables Shimmer Mystery Plush has materialized on DisneyStore.com. These Wishables include favorite dogs and cats from Disney stories in Halloween costumes. This includes Pluto as Mummy, Figaro as Pumpkin, Lady as…
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Blending Fandom and Flavor: From Disneyland Churros to Geek Eats
In this episode of Daps Magic: Disney and Positive Stuff, host Mr. Daps is joined by long-time Daps Magic team member and culinary creator Sarah Stubbs (also known as DC Sarah) from Geeks Who Eat. Together, they explore the rich, evolving history of food at the Disneyland Resort, trace its shift from simple park dining…
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Yzma – Caption of the Week
This year, Yzma is the newest villain to join Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party. She delights partygoers as she plots Kuzco’s demise from a stage near Grizzly River Run. Before we get too far into Yzma’s diabolical plans, though, take a moment to check out what happened with Ernesto de la Cruz…
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Frontierland Shootin’ Exposition Reopens at Disneyland
After being closed for refurbishment, the Frontierland Shootin’ Exposition has reopened in Frontierland at Disneyland. The walls and scrims came down on Friday to reveal a refreshed and vibrant-looking experience. With the reopening of this experience, things looked simpler and easier to see. For the most part, it is the same experience as before. It…
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Elias Disney | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 13, 1941
On this day in 1941, Elias Disney, father of Walt and Roy O. Disney, sadly passed away at age 82. Born in Ontario, Canada in 1859, Elias was the son of Irish immigrants. He moved his family wherever opportunity called, from small towns to growing cities. Elias worked as a farmer, machinist, carpenter, hotel proprietor,…
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Rainy Day Retro: Vintage Disneyland Photo Match-Up ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 26
Braving a rainy day at Disneyland, hosts Mr. Daps and Clocky huddle under the monorail beam to explore a new batch of vintage 8×10 park photos! Following their photo discussions, the duo embarks on a unique in-park adventure: walking through Disneyland in the rain to track down the exact real-world locations where each historical photo…
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The Loudest Silence: How Disneyland Honored 9/11 Twenty-Five Years Later
On Friday, September 11, 2026, people across the country and around the world paused to remember the tragic events in New York, Washington, D.C., and Pennsylvania. The horrific events of that day changed the course of history. 25 years later, the impacts of that day are still felt. From how people enter airports to how…
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Disney Animation Strike | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 12, 1941
On this day in 1941, the Disney animation strike reached a turning point as federal mediation concluded and the studio was restructured, changing animation forever. The strike began May 29 when staff grievances about unequal pay, lack of screen credit, and fired union organizers boiled over. After five weeks of nonstop picketing, FDR called in…
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Tilly Distributes Mickey Mouse Tickets at Disneyland’s Main Street Cinema
Recently, the Main Street Cinema reopened after a brief refurbishment. When it reopened, it showed six Mickey Mouse cartoons to guests who visited. This came after the cinema had been dedicated as a tribute to the Sherman Brothers during the Disneyland 70th Celebration. The reopened Main Street Cinema is just the newest offering for this…
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Disney Wonders Boutique Coming to Disney Village at Disneyland Paris
A new boutique is coming to Disney Village at Disneyland Paris. Called Disney Wonders, it will open on September 22, 2026. This promises to be “a bright, contemporary boutique where the magic of storytelling surrounds you at every turn,” Disneyland Paris shared. This new boutique will have themed areas found within. They will be inspired…
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Disneyland Resort Celebrates Hispanic and Latin Heritage Month with New Display in Downtown Disney District
The Disneyland Resort has kicked off its celebration of Hispanic and Latin Heritage Month with a new display in the Downtown Disney District. The new display features Miguel from Pixar Animation Studios’ Coco, along with his guitar. The Colombian floral display, called silletas, appeared this week at the Disneyland Resort. It was accompanied by a…
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Geek Eats: Where Food Meets Fandom
Daps Magic is pleased to announce a new podcast in the realm of Disney and positive stuff. Called Geek Eats, it brings longtime Daps Magic team member Sarah (also of Geeks Who Eat) and Mr. Daps together for a new podcasting adventure where food meets fandom. This new podcast kicks off today with an introduction…