Author: Mr. Daps
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Alias | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 22, 2006
On this day in 2006, the series finale of the spy thriller ‘Alias’ from Touchstone Television and J.J. Abrams aired on ABC. Jennifer Garner plays Sydney Bristow, a double agent for the CIA who poses as an operative for the criminal organization SD-6. Her action-packed exploits to bring down SD-6 also explore themes of family,…
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Dance the Night Away During Kids Rule Summer at Disneyland Resort
Kids Rule Summer is seeing the Disneyland Resort focus on young families during the coming months, when kids often get a break from school. There will be lots of experiences for families with young kids to enjoy, along with deals to be found to visit The Happiest Place on Earth. During the day, kids and…
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Soarin’ Across America Score Now Available on Music Streaming Services
Soarin’ Across America officially debuts at Walt Disney World Resort on May 26th in EPCOT and Disneyland Resort at Disney California Adventure on July 2nd. Ahead of the arrival of this newest version of Soarin’, the score by Bruce Broughton has been released on music streaming services. The release comes with the version of the…
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Check Out All The Versions of Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run with Mandalorian and Grogo at Disneyland!
On Friday, May 22, 2026, the world will get a brand new Star Wars film with The Mandalorian and Grogu. With the opening of this film in theaters, there will also be a new update of Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This new version adds new gameplay, new destinations, and…
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New Experience at Disneyland Allows Younglings to Build Lightsabers at Savi’s for Free
A new experience has been announced as a part of Kids Rule Summer at the Disneyland Resort. The Force is strong with this experience, which also includes new missions for Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, the expanded timeline of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the return of the BDX Droids, Bluey’s Best Day Ever!, and a whole…
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Buzz Lightyear, Jessie, and Woody Are Debuting New Accessories in Disney Parks Ahead of ‘Toy Story 5’
Toy Story 5 arrives in theaters on June 19, 2026. When it does, Woody, Jessie, and Buzz will be off on a new adventure as they face the challenges that come with technology in toys! Today, the Disney Parks shared that the Toy Story trio will be debuting new accessories to their looks in the…
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Pearl Harbor | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 21, 2001
On this day in 2001, the movie premiere for Touchstone’s ‘Pearl Harbor’ was held in Hawaii near the site of the 1941 attack. The flight deck of the naval aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis was transformed into an outdoor movie theater for the night. In addition to the cast and crew, the 2,000 invited…
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BDX Droids Returning to Disneyland
Since they first debuted at The Happiest Place on Earth as part of a play test, the BDX droids have captured the hearts of fans of all ages. As they wander around and explore, their individual personalities make people smile and come together. These adorable little droids will soon be returning to Disneyland. As part…
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Goodbye Park Hopping Rule! – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #816
Welcome back to Geeks Corner with your hosts, Mr. Daps and Caitie Bear! We have an absolutely packed episode for you tonight, diving into some massive updates from Disneyland and Walt Disney World, sharing an unforgettable celebrity encounter, and giving you a peek behind the curtain of our latest studio adventures. Here is what we…
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Hoppers – Mr. Daps’ Home Entertainment Review
Mabel Tanaka is a college student with a very personal connection with nature. Not only is it her passion, but it is also her connection with her grandmother. When a construction project threatens to destroy a beautiful pond in favor of a freeway, Mabel finds herself trying to save the pond. Unfortunately, she isn’t very…
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Disney and Epic Games Bring ‘Star Wars’ Stories to Fortnite Fans
With Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu arriving in theaters May 22, the story that began on Disney+ debuts on the big screen for the first time, claiming its place at the center of a global entertainment moment. The Mandalorian and Grogu Watch Party Island is Live Further solidifying that sense of community, fans across the globe can…
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A Wonder-ful Bison Adventure on Catalina Island
Recently, Daps Magic was invited by Disney to go on a cruise aboard the Disney Wonder. This cruise sailed out of San Diego and had stops at Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico. The ship itself was full of magical offerings and experiences, and honestly, there really didn’t seem to be any reason to get off…
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Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 20, 1996
On this day in 1996, Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf opened at the Walt Disney World Resort. One of two mini golf complexes at the resort, the Fantasia site houses two 18-hole courses—the family-friendly Fantasia Gardens and the challenging Fantasia Fairways. The course recreates five scenes from the ‘Fantasia’ film: Toccata and Fugue, The Nutcracker Suite,…
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Disneyland Resort to Drop 11:00 AM Park Hopping Time in June
Earlier this spring, the Disneyland Resort revealed that the requirement that guests wait until 11:00 AM would be going away. An exact time when this would be happening wasn’t known. Now a date has been assigned to this goal. On June 9th, guests with Park Hopper tickets or Magic Keys will no longer have to…
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Walt Disney World Resort Reveals New Photos and Video of Updated Cinderella Castle
The new paint job on Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom is nearly complete. This project at Walt Disney World Resort was announced at Destination D23 last fall. Work began earlier this year. Already, the castle is looking beautiful with this new look that draws inspiration from its classic look. As work comes to completion, Disney…
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Disney+ Rolling Out Ability to Link Hulu Profiles
Disney+ continues to get updates. The newest is the ability for those with 18+ Hulu profiles to link with their Disney+ account within the app. The update will be rolling out to eligible bundle subscribers in the coming days. The process begins today. When Hulu subscribers link their Hulu profiles to Disney+, their Hulu watch…
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Walls Go Up Around Future Home of Coco Attraction at Disney California Adventure
Walls have gone up, and it appears the Pixar Pier gate is being torn down at the future home for the Coco attraction at Disney California Adventure. The newest update comes as fans have been watching things change on the other side of that gate in recent months. This has seen the area cleared and…
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New Tiki Mug Coming for 15th Anniversary of Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar
It’s hard to believe it, but Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar is turning 15 years old this year! As the big celebration draws closer, the popular Tiki bar at the Disneyland Hotel has been getting some tender loving care in the form of a refurbishment. To celebrate, Trader Sam’s is releasing a new Tiki Mug…
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Main Street, U.S.A. LEGO Set Coming to Disney Store on June 1st
A new LEGO set that recreates the magic of Main Street, U.S.A. at The Happiest Place on Earth, will soon be available on the Disney Store. This new LEGO set will be available starting on June 1, 2026. With nearly 4,000 pieces, this impressive set includes three of the main buildings seen when visiting Main…
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Tiffins Restaurant Celebrates 10th Anniversary With New Menu Items
10 years ago, Tiffins Restaurant opened at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. During the decade it has been open, it has offered incredible global cuisine that has been inspired by travel around the world. As the restaurant celebrates this milestone anniversary, the Disney Parks Blog shared about the restaurant and the new flavors that can now be…
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Disney Legend Jimmy MacDonald | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 19, 1906
On this day in 1906, voice actor, sound effects wizard, drummer, and Disney Legend Jimmy MacDonald was born. MacDonald started at the new Disney Sound Effects Department in 1934. He recorded a huge library of sound effects over his 48-year career from his hand-built machines and his own voice. Walt Disney handpicked MacDonald to take…
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GUIDE: Disney Streaming Services Programs in June 2026
Disney streaming services continue to add more and more content. Whether it is Disney+, Hulu, or ESPN, there is a wide range of programs that will connect with viewers wherever they are. This can range from exciting events, new series, special programs, or sports. Regularly, new programs are added to the libraries for Disney’s streaming…
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Imagen Foundation Honors Disneyland Resort Cast Member
Disneyland Resort Cast Member Susana Carranza has been honored by the Imagen Foundation as one of this year’s Influential Latinos in Media & Entertainment. Carrazana is the Director of Marketing & Commercial Strategy at the Disneyland Resort. Susana Carranza’s Disney journey began in 2011 as a junior marketer at the Disneyland Resort. Over the course…
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Disney Hit With Lawsuit Over Disneyland’s Facial Recognition Technology at Entrances
This spring the Disneyland Resort implemented facial recognition at its main gates to both of its parks. The technology is utilized to combat fraud and also make the entrance process quicker and easier for guests. As guests walk into areas near entrances to the parks (the esplanade or Downtown Disney District entrance at the Monorail)…