Author: Mr. Daps
-
Geeks at Pixar Fest – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #710
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week the main focus of the episode is Pixar Fest, which just started at the Disneyland Resort. Throughout the course of the episode, the Geeks talk about the entertainment, characters, and everything else at Pixar Fest… including hidden Pizza Planet Trucks! There is a lot of Pixar offerings to be…
-
Anaheim Public Library Hosting ‘The Women Who Made Early Disneyland’ Event
The Anaheim Public Library is hosting a special event with the authors of ‘The Women Who Made Early Disneyland.’
-
The TARDIS Lands in Downtown Disney District Ahead of ‘Doctor Who’ Arrival on Disney+
Doctor Who will be arriving on Disney+ on May 10, 2024. Ahead of this series’ arrival on Disney’s streaming service, the TARDIS has landed in Downtown Disney District. The TARDIS can be found at the entrance between Downtown Disney District and the Esplanade near the current home of Earl of Sandwich. TARDIS, which stands for…
-
VIDEO/PHOTO: Tour of Critter Country Ahead of Closure at Disneyland
On May 1, 2024, Critter Country will be temporarily closed as the area gets new shops themed to The Princess and the Frog ahead of the opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Ahead of the closure of this land, the Daps Magic team stopped by to document what it looked like. On Sunday, April 28, 2024,…
-
GUIDE: The Many Pizza Planet Trucks of Pixar Fest
Pixar Fest has begun at the Disneyland Resort. From now through August 4th, there are many different ways to celebrate the stories and characters that Pixar has created. This includes a new parade, fireworks, dance parties, and a whole lot more (check everything out on our Pixar Fest page!). There are also many, and we…
-
Geek Eats: Mother’s Day Food Guide
Mother’s Day is almost upon us! On May 12th, many families and their mothers will descend on Disney parks to celebrate “Mom” in a magical way. While there are always plenty of options for what to eat when visiting a Disney park, below are a few that are specific to Mother’s Day. They are found…
-
Geek Eats: Grapefruit Cake with Cream Cheese Icing Recipe From The Hollywood Brown Derby
On May 1, 2024, Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be celebrating its 35th anniversary. Yesterday, we shared the recipe for Mom’s Traditional Meatloaf from 50’s Prime Time Café. Today, we are excited to share the Grapefruit Cake with Cream Cheese Icing Recipe from The Hollywood Brown Derby. This is a dessert that has been served in…
-
The Disney-MGM Studios Theme Park Grand Opening | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 30, 1989
On this day in 1989, a 2-hour television special, “The Disney-MGM Studios Theme Park Grand Opening,” aired the night before the park’s debut. The program featured many celebrities of the time, including John Ritter as the host. Smokey Robinson opened the show with a lavish musical number down Hollywood Boulevard. Fittingly, the special closed with…
-
Official Trailer Released For ‘Let It Be’
Let It Be will be arriving on Disney+ on May 8. This remastered film is seeing the light of day for the first time in 50 years. It was originally released in May 1970. This was just as The Beatles were breaking up. Ahead of the film’s arrival on Disney+, a trailer has been released.…
-
Star Wars Artist Series Varsity Jacket for Adults by Will Gay Now Available for Pre-Order
A new Star Wars varsity jacket is now available for preorder on Disney Store. This comes ahead of Star Wars Day on May the 4th. The Star Wars Artist Series Varsity Jacket for Adults by Will Gay puts Will Gay’s incredible artwork on a stylish jacket that is perfect for any Star Wars fan. Photos…
-
Jeff Bridges Returning to the Grid in ‘Tron: Ares’
Jeff Bridges, who has been a part of the Tron franchise since the beginning, is returning to be in Tron: Ares. The Walt Disney Studios posted a photo of Bridges reading the script for the film today. This comes after Bridges confirmed on Film Comment podcast that he would be returning to the franchise. Jeff…
-
Geek Eats: 2024 Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Disney Parks Foods
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Both Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts will be celebrating by showcasing Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with an array of delightful bites and drinks for guests to enjoy throughout May. There are quite a few different options to enjoy throughout the month, below…
-
GEEK EATS: Mom’s Traditional Meatloaf Recipe From 50’s Prime Time Café
On May 1st, Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be celebrating its 35th anniversary. This Walt Disney World Resort park opened on May 1st, 1989. As a lead up to the celebration, Disney is sharing recipes that can bring the Disney’s Hollywood Studios culinary experience home. One of the recipes comes out of the Disney vault of…
-
‘Luminous: The Symphony of Us’ Soundtrack Released
Luminous: The Symphony of Us is the newest nighttime spectacular to arrive at EPCOT. This beautiful show opened at Walt Disney World Resort on December 5, 2023. It reminds people that just like a symphony, we are all connected through community to create something beautiful. During the course of the show, moments in life are…
-
Two New Her Universe Donald Duck Offerings Arrive on Disney Store
There are two new Donald Duck offerings that were created by Her Universe that have arrived on Disney Store. One is a Donald Duck cardigan. The other is a Donald Duck top. They join a pair of Donald Duck denim shorts that are also new on Disney Store. All three of them can be styled…
-
Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 29, 1994
On this day in 1994, Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort opened at the Walt Disney World Resort. It is one of three All Star hotel complexes, which are part of the budget-friendly Value category and are located near to Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The first phase of the resort, called “Surf’s Up!”, featured giant-sized surfboards and the…
-
New Star Wars Drinkware From Starbucks Coming to Disney Store for Star Wars Day!
Today the Disney Store announced that there will be new Star Wars inspired drinkware coming to DisneyStore.com for May the 4th, also known as Star Wars Day. The new Star Wars merchandise includes a mug, and three tumblers. They were announced on social media. This stellar Starbucks drinkware, inspired by Star Wars, will be launching…
-
Wreck-It Ralph Replacing Buzz Lightyear at Tokyo Disneyland
A new attraction based on “Wreck-It Ralph” is heading to Tomorrowland at Tokyo Disneyland, replacing “Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters!”
-
Season of Super Heroes Take Over With New Drone Show at Hong Kong Disneyland
Hong Kong Disneyland is celebrating a new season of Super Heroes. This season continues through June 10, 2024 and is full of heroic offerings. One of these is a new drone show! First off, Arnim Zola returning and the threat of Hydra to invade Stark Expo. Iron Man, THOR, and other Super Heroes come together in…
-
Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Weekends | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 28, 2006
On this day in 2006, the very first Disney’s California Food & Wine Weekends began at Disney California Adventure. It took place on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only. The event featured Festival Marketplaces, free cooking demonstrations and beverage seminars, a wine shop, and merchandise. The Marketplaces were set up at the Farmers Market and Lucky…
-
Sylvie Massara, Walt Disney Imagineer, Honored with Window at Disneyland Paris
Walt Disney Imagineer Sylvie Massara was honored recently with a window. This honor was bestowed on the Imagineer and Art Director who has had a 35 year career with Walt Disney Imagineering. Disney shared that “this special tribute acknowledges the legacy of her passion and creativity forging unforgettable memories for generations of guests.” Upon receiving…
-
‘Together Forever: A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular’ Presented With Projections Only on Opening Night of Pixar Fest
The projection-only version of Together Forever: A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular was presented on the first night of Pixar Fest. Check this show out here!
-
Enjoy Treats and Get a Seat With ‘Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration!’ Parade Viewing Dining Package
With Pixar Fest now under way, guests can enjoy the many different offerings that celebrate Pixar around the Disneyland Resort. This includes meeting characters, merchandise, foods, and of course entertainment. One of the entertainment offerings is the new Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration! parade at Disney California Adventure. There are many places to watch…
