Author: Mr. Daps
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Check Out All the Fall Fun at Disney Springs!
There are plenty of fun experiences to be had each fall at Walt Disney World Resort. From Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party to EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, it is easy to get focused on what is happening in the parks. That would be a mistake, though. Disney Springs also has plenty of fall fun…
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Take a Look at the Redd from Pirates of the Caribbean Limited-Edition Disney Doll
There are some incredible limited-edition Disney dolls. These recreate some iconic characters from the realm of Disney. One of these is Redd from Pirates of the Caribbean. This classic character has been recreated in the form of a very limited-edition Disney doll that will have only 3,000 dolls sold. This doll will first go on…
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Disney Legend Profile: Kim Irvine – Imagineering
On August 16, 2026, Kim Irvine will be among the newest class of Disney Legends who will be honored at the Honda Center during D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. This honor is given to those who have worked for The Walt Disney Company and made a significant impact that contributes to the legacy started…
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New Halloween Entrance Sign Materializes at Downtown Disney District
A new Halloween sign has materialized at one of the signs for the Downtown Disney District. This new sign brings a Halloween vibe to the entrance process for guests coming in from the Downtown Disney District lot. This is specifically the entrance between the new Earl of Sandwich/Gordon Ramsay at The Carnaby and Din Tai…
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Disney and Bath & Body Works Announce Nightmare Before Christmas Collaboration
Disney and Bath & Body Works have announced a new collaboration based on Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas. This new collection has two brand new fragrances inspired by two iconic residents of Halloween Town: the Pumpkin King, Jack Skellington, and his beloved Sally. The collection is inspired by Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas. These scents…
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Pete’s Dragon | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 12, 2016
On this day in 2016, the live-action reimagining of ‘Pete’s Dragon’ was released in theaters. The remake is set in the Pacific Northwest in the early 1980s and presents a more dramatic take than the original 1977 musical. Forest ranger Grace finds young orphan Pete alone in the woods and claims that he was raised…
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New Halloween Items Revealed For Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar
Jock Lindsey’s Halloween-themed Hangar Bar is back! Guests can visit Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar at Disney Springs between now and November 9th to enjoy ghostly décor and a new menu of sinister sips and eerie eats. This continues the story of Jock Lindsey, who first appeared in Raiders of the Lost Ark as Indiana Jones’…
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Track List Revealed for ‘Seth MacFarlane Sings The Muppets’ Ahead of September 18th Release
Seth MacFarlane Sings The Muppets will be released on September 18, 2026. Ahead of that, MacFarlane will be performing songs from the album at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. Ahead of both of these things, the album is now available for pre-order on vinyl record, CD, and digital formats. It will include favorite songs…
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Digital and Physical Release Dates for ‘Toy Story 5’ Revealed
Toy Story 5 has grossed over $1 billion at the global box office. Soon, fans will be able to watch the newest chapter in the Toy Story franchise from the comfort of home. Today, the digital and physical release dates for the film were announced. The film will arrive on digital platforms on August 18th.…
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Goodbye 70, Hello Halloween – GEEKS CORNER #828
In this episode of Geeks Corner, Mr. Daps and Caitie Bear kick off the show by celebrating Snoopy’s birthday and debating the logistics of his ageless Peanuts character lore before turning to the Caption of the Week, which features a throwback photo of Darth Vader from Tomorrowland’s former Jedi Training Academy. The team then looks…
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Disney Announces Surprise Cameo for ‘Camp Rock 3’
Camp Rock 3 arrives on Disney Channel on August 13th at 8:00 PM EDT/PDT and Disney+ the following day. When it does, along with the return of the Jonas Brothers, there will also be another fan favorite making a surprise cameo. If you don’t want to know, don’t scroll past the following photo. Demi Lovato…
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Disneyland 70th Celebration Disappears as Halloween Time Decorations Materialize
Sunday was the final day of the Disneyland 70th Celebration. In just about a week and a half, Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort will arrive. The first Oogie Boogie Bash – A Halloween Party is on Tuesday, August 18th. This is followed by the official kickoff of Halloween Time on Friday, August 21, 2026.…
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Walt & El Grupo | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 11, 1941
On this day in 1941, the Disney team dubbed “El Grupo” set off from California to begin a 10-week goodwill tour of South America. Walt and Lillian Disney were joined by 16 creatives and administrators on visits to Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and Peru. The U.S. State Department sponsored the tour under President Roosevelt’s Good Neighbor…
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Walt Disney Imagineering Pavilion Collection, Horizons Collection, and Exclusive D23 Pins Revealed for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event
D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event is THIS WEEK! Ahead of the start of this ultimate Disney fan event, there has been a lot of news coming out about what will be offered and also what will be sold. There is a lot to look forward to. Daps Magic is sharing all of this news…
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Leslie Iwerks Shares About Carrying Walt Disney’s Vision Forward Ahead of Release of ‘Disney Worldbuilders’
Disney Worldbuilders, the newest documentary from filmmaker Leslie Iwerks, will be arriving on Disney+ on August 20, 2026. When it does, Disney fans will get to hear from people who build worlds for Disney and share how these things come to be. These intimate conversations will include people who have led the building of worlds…
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Disney Legend Profile: Bob Iger – Leadership
On Sunday, August 16, 2026, the newest class of Disney Legends will be honored in a ceremony at the Honda Center. Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, this will be a special day that honors those who have contributed to the legacy that was started by Walt Disney and his brother Roy O. This continues a tradition…
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Fans Say Goodbye to Celebrate Happy Cavalcade During Final Performance
On Sunday, August 9, 2026, the Celebrate Happy Cavalcade was presented for the final time. The final performance of this cavalcade for the Disneyland 70th Celebration came on the final day of this celebration. The cavalcade looked and felt the same as it did on most days during this milestone celebration. It included the theme…
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GUIDE: How to Watch D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event on Disney+/Hulu
D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event will be taking over the Anaheim Convention Center and Honda Center from August 14-16, 2026. This will be the center of gravity for fans of The Walt Disney Company during this time. They will be eagerly watching streams, social media, and chatting with friends about what is going on…
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Here’s What to Look Forward to With Horizons: A Carousel of Progress at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event
The big week is finally here! D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event will be taking place this coming weekend. A highlight for many fans of Disney parks and experiences is the Disney Experiences showcase on Saturday night. This year, called Horizons: A Carousel of Progress, it will be hosted by Neil Patrick Harris. He will…
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The Help | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 10, 2011
On this day in 2011, ‘The Help’ was released widely by Disney’s Touchstone Pictures. The film adapted Kathryn Stockett’s 2009 novel and was set during the civil rights movement in Jackson, Mississippi, in 1963. An aspiring author interviews local African American maids about their perspectives on the prominent white families for which they work, exposing…
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ESPN and Disney+ Beta Testing AI-Powered Search and Discovery
The Walt Disney Company continues to explore different ways to utilize artificial intelligence. The newest way that has been announced is a beta testing program for AI-powered search and discovery on two of its streaming services, Disney+ and ESPN. This test hopes to see if it can expand the ways that people search for things.…
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Crows Return to Fortuosity at Disneyland for Halloween Time
There are some really fun details to be found during Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort. Yes, there is the big Mickey Mouse Jack-O-Lantern that is often the focus of many photos. There is also Oogie Boogie taking up residence over the entrance of Disney California Adventure and the Headless Horseman on Buena Vista Street.…
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Disney Legend Profile: Anne Hathaway – Film
The newest class of Disney Legends will be honored on August 16, 2026, during the Disney Legends Ceremony at the Honda Center on the final day of D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. This ceremony will be hosted by Ryan Seacrest. It will continue a tradition that dates back to 1987 when Fred MacMurray was…
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Check Out These Novelties Coming to the Disneyland Resort for Halloween Time
Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort officially kicks off on August 21st. However, things are getting started before that at The Happiest Place on Earth! Already, decorations are appearing in different locations throughout the resort as it transforms away from the Disneyland 70th Celebration. With the first Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party…