Author: Mr. Daps
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GUIDE: Disney Movies Being Released in Fall 2026
There are quite a few movies to look forward to this fall from The Walt Disney Company. This comes after a blockbuster summer for Disney. IN the last few months, movies like Toy Story 5, Super Troopers 3, and The Dog Stars have helped Disney surpass $4 billion at the global box office. Starting today,…
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Check Out the Pixar Place Hotel Halloween Makeover and the Artist Behind It!
Pixar Place Hotel has joined the Halloween fun at the Disneyland Resort. Guests will see Mike, Sulley, and other favorite monsters dressed in their Halloween best on the hotel walls. This is the first time that Pixar Place Hotel has gotten a Halloween overlay. Throughout the hotel, there are playful costumes and hidden seasonal details…
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Cast and Filmmakers Share How ‘Zootopia 3’ Is Going to the Birds
Last month at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, it was revealed that there is a Zootopia 3 in the works. On top of that, birds would be joining the world of Zootopia. As time has gone by since that announcement, the cast and filmmakers are sharing about the announcement and the new film in…
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Limited-Time Disney Store Opens in New Jersey
A limited-time offering in the form of a Disney Store has opened in Paramus, New Jersey, at the Westfield Garden State Plaza. The Disney Store Limited Time brings the nostalgia and magic of the Disney Store of days gone by to the Garden State. On the Disney Parks Blog, Maura shared about the experience of…
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Tokyo DisneySea Grand Opening | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 4, 2001
On this day in 2001, Tokyo DisneySea first opened to the public. The idea for a second park in Tokyo was first dreamed up in 1987, but 11 years went by before ground was broken. DisneySea has a nautical theme and debuted with seven themed lands, called “ports of call.” The park is designed for…
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‘Meet the Robinsons’ Spirit Jersey to Go on Sale for Only 24 Hours
There will be a Meet the Robinsons Spirit Jersey for sale on Friday, September 4, 2026. This Spirit Jersey will only be on sale for 24 hours, and it will only be available at SpiritJersey.com. The sale will begin at 6:00 AM PST on September 4th. The news was shared on social media by the…
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How Imagineering Created the Marvel-Inspired Cars Land Posters
There are many fun details to be found throughout the Disney parks on any given day. For many months, there were some really fun Marvel-inspired Cars posters found in Cars Land at the end of the road where a new restroom was being built along the walkway to Avengers Campus. These posters received quite a…
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‘Everest: The Other Side’ Trailer Released as Film Premieres at Venice International Film Festival
Everest: The Other Side celebrated its world premiere at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival today. This film provides an intimate portrait of two elite ski mountaineers bound by love and the pursuit of the impossible. The film is directed by Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin. These are the Oscar-winning filmmakers behind Free Solo…
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New Treats and Drinks Coming to Walt Disney World
There are always new culinary offerings being added to the menus throughout Walt Disney World. As summer turns to fall, Disney has revealed some new treats and drinks that fans can enjoy while visiting the Most Magical Place on Earth. These come in the form of churros, pancakes and waffles, frozen slushies, frozen shakes, and…
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Beyond the Cards: The Heart, Art, and Community of Disney Lorcana
Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game is more than just cards. Recently, at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, this was demonstrated by Greg Tito of Ravensburger. Greg, the Ravensburger team at D23, and Disney Lorcana fans/players showed how there is so much more than cards or a card game to this game. There is beautiful…
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Independent Non-Executive Directors Appointed for Hong Kong Disneyland
Hong Kong Disneyland has appointed a new independent non-executive director and welcomed back a returning one. The shareholders of Hongkong International Theme Parks Limited (HKITP), i.e. the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and The Walt Disney Company, made the announcement at the end of August. This saw Mrs. Law Shing Mo Han…
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Lightning McQueen Heads to Formula 1 Gran Premio d’Italia Ahead of Lightning McQueen Day
Lightning McQueen Day is September 5 (9/5). Ahead of the big day and the 20th anniversary of Disney and Pixar’s Cars, Lightning McQueen has made his way to Italy to appear at the Formula 1 Gran Premio d’Italia 2026. The Piston Cup champ received a special invitation from longtime rival Francesco Bernoulli and will serve…
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Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 3, 2021
On this day in 2021, Marvel’s ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ was released in theaters. It was the 25th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the second film of Phase Four. In the movie, Shang-Chi must confront his estranged father, Wenwu, leader of the Ten Rings extremist group, while they search…
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Lucas Museum of Narrative Art to Open to the Public on September 22
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art has an opening date. It will be open to the public starting September 22, 2026. This a museum, the first of its kind, that is dedicated to showcasing the universal tradition of storytelling through images. The museum is founded by George Lucas and Mellody Hobson. It traces visual storytelling…
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Ticket Sales Return to Ticket Booth at Disneyland Resort
Ticket sales have returned to one of the remaining ticket booths in the Esplanade at the Disneyland Resort. This comes just days after two ticket booths were demolished to make way for a new arrival experience from the east side of the Disneyland Resort. This will include a new parking and transportation center that will…
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Disney Star Carla Jeffery Dies at 33
Carla Jeffery has died at the age of 33. Longtime manager Carla Alexander announced the news on Wednesday on social media. She wrapped up the announcement saying, “Rest beautifully, Carla. Your light will never be forgotten.” Fans know Carla Jeffery as the bubble cheerleader Bree in the ZOMBIES franchise. She brought this vibrant character to the…
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Check Out These Treats & Novelties That Are Available During Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort
Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort has once again returned to the Happiest Place on Earth! This spirited season is full of fun for the whole family. This includes the return of Haunted Mansion Holiday and Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark, entertainment offerings like Halloween Screams, merchandise, and more! As Halloween Time…
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Gonzo-Inspired Watch Being Released By Swiss Luxury Watchmaker Oris and Disney’s The Muppets
A new Gonzo-inspired watch is being released through a collaboration between Swiss luxury watchmaker Oris and Disney’s The Muppets. Called the ProPilot X Gonzo Edition, this is a special-edition mechanical watch based on the ProPilot X Calibre 115. It brings the charm of this favorite Muppet to the wearer’s wrist. Looking at this watch, it is…
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New African Painted Dog Arrives at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
A new male African painted dog has joined the pack at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Named Prospect, he is making himself at home. Prospect can be seen by guests who are experiencing the Kilimanjaro Safaris attraction. As he made his debut, Disney shared photos of the new resident. Prospect joins the African painted dog pack, which…
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Season 35 Cast Announced for ‘Dancing with the Stars’
The cast for Season 35 of Dancing with the Stars was announced on Good Morning America this morning. This comes ahead of the series’ return for a two-night premiere on Tuesday, September 15 and Wednesday, September 16. The series is co-hosted by Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough and will be simulcast live on ABC and…
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Milton and Rita Mouse | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 2, 1931
On this day in 1931, Disney reached a settlement in their copyright infringement lawsuit against the Van Beuren Corp. Mickey and Minnie Mouse became popular targets for copycats after their 1928 debut. When Walt Disney saw Van Beuren’s ‘The Office Boy,’ he criticized Milton and Rita Mouse as “jerky,” “amateurish,” and “ugly.” A judge ruled…
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New ‘Inside Out’ Themed Photo Booth Arrives at Disney California Adventure
A new Inside Out-themed photo booth can now be found at Disney California Adventure. It is appropriately located on Pixar Pier between Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff and Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind. This new photo booth has the label “Core Memories” on the outside, along with being themed to the same idea. Friend of Daps Magic,…
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Disney Store Announces New Manchester Location Along with Opening Date
Disney Store has announced a new location and opening date for a physical location in Manchester, United Kingdom. The new store will be found inside Selfridges Manchester Trafford. This comes after the Disney Store opened inside Selfridges London and Selfridges Birmingham. Patrick Sager, Global General Manager, Disney Store and VP, Retail Marketing, Disney Store, said: “We’re…
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Check Out the Disney Cutie Ghost Collection at Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort!
Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort is off and running at the Happiest Place on Earth! Throughout the parks, Downtown Disney District, and beyond, there is a wide variety of entertainment, attraction overlays, culinary offerings, merchandise, and more to be enjoyed between now and October 31st, when Halloween Time ends. This includes the Disney Cutie…