Author: Mr. Daps
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Developed in May ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 20
There is a certain magic to the old-school “film delay.” In the days of physical slides, you didn’t see your vacation photos the moment you stepped off the plane; you saw them a month later when the canisters finally came back from the lab. In a special episode of Photoniks, titled Developed in May, we…
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Portraits of Canada | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 2, 1986
On this day in 1986, the Disney Circle-Vision 360-degree film ‘Portraits of Canada’ debuted at the Expo ‘86 world exposition in Vancouver, BC. The documentary tour was directed by Jeff Blyth, the filmmaker behind the Disney Parks Circle-Vision films, ‘Wonders of China’ and ‘American Journeys.’ Narrator Christopher Plummer highlighted the people, sites, and sounds of…
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Patrick Warburton Shares Soarin’ Across America Video
For many fans of the Disney Parks, Patrick Warburton is the friendly flight attendant before experiencing Soarin’ Around the World or Soarin’ Over California. Soon, he will also be the friendly flight attendant for a new flight. This one will see guests seeing some incredible sights over the United States of America for Soarin’ Across…
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Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin Reopens at Disneyland
Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin is once again spinning guests at Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland. The attraction reopened on the morning of May 1st after being down for refurbishment. During its time closed, it appears that the attraction got some tender loving care with some of its effects. It also seems to have changed the…
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Walt Disney World is Expanding Its Ferry Fleet
The Walt Disney World Resort is expanding its ferry fleet for the first time since 1976. The expansion of its ferry fleet comes as the Magic Kingdom is undergoing its largest expansion ever. When completed, there will be new attractions and experiences for guests to enjoy from the worlds of Disney and Pixar’s Cars franchise,…
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The Monorail Returns to the Skies Over Disneyland Resort
On Friday, May 1st, the Monorail returned to the skies over Disneyland. This comes after a refurbishment this spring. On Friday morning, Monorail Blue and Monorail Orange could be seen traveling on the “highway in the sky.” Seeing that it was a fairly gray morning, the colors of the two Monorail trains added some color…
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Walt Disney Takes You to Disneyland | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 1, 1956
On this day in 1956, Disneyland Records released its first record album, ‘Walt Disney Takes You to Disneyland.’ It was the first time Disney produced, advertised, and distributed its own recordings, having previously outsourced this process. It was also the only album Walt recorded for his own label. Walt’s narrations set the stage for each…
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Imagineering Executive Director Provides Updates and Perspective on Tropical Americas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Joan Hartwig is the executive director for the Tropical Americas project at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. For 36 years, she has worked at Disney and been a part of building the legacy that continues to grow at Disney’s Animal Kingdom: “a place that celebrates the intrinsic value of nature, explores the interconnectedness of all living things,…
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A New Era for Batuu: Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Expands Timelines with Classic Characters and Iconic Musical Themes
On April 29, 2026, Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge saw the biggest fundamental change it has seen since it opened at The Happiest Place on Earth in 2019. This came in the form of a “timeline expansion.” This change added new characters and their stories. It also added beloved classic Star Wars themes written by…
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Disney Releases New Concept Art for Lakeshore Lodge Along with More Details
Disney Lakeshore Lodge is coming to life along the shores of Bay Lake at Walt Disney World Resort. This Disney Vacation Club property is projected to open in the summer of 2027. This resort promises to be a celebration of the beauty and magic of nature. This will be as seen through the eyes of…
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‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Director Jon Favreau Discusses Grogu’s Growth
On May 22, 2026, Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu will be arriving in theaters. This will be the first time that fans will get a new Star Wars film on the big screen since Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker in 2019. Ahead of its release, director Jon Favreau sat down to talk about…
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Former Disney CEO Bob Iger Honored With Inaugural WishMaker Lifetime Achievement Award
On Wednesday, the Disneyland Resort hosted a Wishes Assemble event for 40 Make-A-Wish Kids and their families. Disney did this in collaboration with MrBeast, Make-A-Wish, and other creators. It continued a longtime partnership between The Walt Disney Company and Make-A-Wish. This is a partnership that Disney has shown is important to it through the years.…
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Make-A-Wish Heroes Become Super Heroes at Disneyland Resort
On Wednesday, nearly 40 Avengers-themed wishes were granted at the Disneyland Resort through the combined efforts of Disney, Make-A-Wish, and MrBeast. These wishes were part of Disney Week of Wishes, a company-wide celebration of wish-granting throughout the world. For Wishes Assemble, nearly 40 kids battling critical illnesses were given incredible experiences at Avengers Campus at Disney California…
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The Magic of the Sun Powering Disney
As Earth Month comes to a close, the focus on the planet we live on and how we can conserve doesn’t end. For Disney, it continues on a daily basis. Many fans and guests may not realize it, but they experience it when they visit Disney destinations around the world! Whether it is the parks…
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British Invasion | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 30, 2011
On this day in 2011, the band British Invasion ended their 15-year run performing at the U.K. Pavilion in EPCOT at Walt Disney World. The group began as a Beatles tribute band, playing sets from each Beatles era while dressed in costumes to match. In later years, they expanded to include songs from other popular…
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New Aurebesh Collection Arrives in Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
There are a lot of new Star Wars offerings to be found and enjoyed at the Happiest Place on Earth! Along with the expanded timeline of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland, Hyperspace Mountain returns to Tomorrowland. On top of that, there is an impressive collection of merchandise and apparel for guests to get when…
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Hyperspace Mountain Returns to Disneyland
Today is a great day to be a Star Wars fan! Not only does Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge see its timeline expanded, but Hyperspace Mountain is also returning to Disneyland. This overlay of Space Mountain in Tomorrowland sees fans racing through space in the midst of a dogfight between the Rebel Alliance and the Empire.…
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Disneyland Expands Timeline of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Disneyland has expanded the timeline for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. This comes nearly six years after the land opened at Disneyland in 2019. The expanded timeline sees classic characters (including Darth Vader, Leia Organa, Han Solo, and Luke Skywalker ), classic John Williams’ Star Wars music being added as a soundtrack to the land, and other…
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Release Date and Teaser Trailer for Season Four of ‘Ted Lasso’ Revealed by Apple TV
Ted Lasso will soon be back. This week, Apple TV announced that the series of the same name will be returning for its fourth season on August 5, 2026. Following this Wednesday’s release of the first episode, one new episode will arrive each Wednesday until the final episode of the season on October 7. The…
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Mike Fink Keelboats | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 29, 2001
On this day in 2001, the Mike Fink Keel Boats closed on the Rivers of America at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. They were an opening day attraction for the park in 1971 and were a clone of a Disneyland attraction. The Keel Boats were based on two 1955 episodes of ‘Walt Disney’s Davy Crockett’…
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GUIDE: 2026 Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite
The 2026 Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite after-hours event takes place on April 28, 30, and May 4, 6, 2026. This sold-out event is the ultimate Star Wars event at the Disneyland Resort. It also comes as Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge sees its timeline expanded. Ahead of the first night of four, Disney has…
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Check Out the Fall Festivities at Walt Disney World Resort!
Fall at the Walt Disney World Resort is an absolutely beautiful (and fairly comfortable) time to visit. Throughout Walt Disney World, some fall decorations and offerings can be found. Ahead of this year’s fall festivities, Disney has shared a look at what fans can expect when they visit during the autumn season. Below is a…
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Disney Cruise Line Announces 2026 Halloween on the High Seas Dates and Details
One of the best ways to celebrate Halloween as a Disney fan is by experiencing the Disney Cruise Line’s Halloween on the High Seas! This is a celebration that combines the coziness of fall with some playful Halloween surprises that is complete with a healthy dose of Disney magic! Ahead of this year’s Halloween season…
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A Preview of This Year’s Oogie Boogie Bash Merchandise Materializes Ahead of Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort
This week is a big week for Hallowen fans! While Halloween isn’t here yet, Disney is celebrating Halfway to Halloween. This has included quite a few announcements about this year’s Halloween festivities at the Disney Parks and beyond! One of the reveals that materialized looks at the merchandise that will be available for the 2026…