Author: Mr. Daps
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Hallmark Holiday Film Coming to Walt Disney World Resort
Hallmark and Disney fans have a lot to be thankful for this holiday season. In 2026, a new Hallmark holiday film will be arriving that sees the Hallmark Channel teaming up with Walt Disney World Resort. Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True will be this all-new holiday movie. The new film will…
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New Concept Art Released for Future Downtown Disney District Porto’s as Construction Officially Begins
Since being announced several years ago, Disney fans have eagerly awaited the arrival of Porto’s Bakery and Cafe in the Downtown Disney District. Today, it was announced that a significant step forward toward realizing that dream has been taken. Construction has officially begun on the new Downtown Disney District Porto’s location near the west end…
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Father of the Bride Part II | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 8, 1995
On this day in 1995, Disney’s Touchstone Pictures released ‘Father of the Bride Part II.’ Four years after his daughter’s wedding, George Banks faces an impending midlife crisis as he learns he is about to become not only a new grandfather, but also a father again himself. The original cast, including Steve Martin, Diane Keaton,…
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Where to Find and See Photo Spots and Movie Screenings for ‘A Very Jonas Christmas Movie’ in Disney Parks and Beyond
A Very Jonas Christmas Movie is now streaming on Disney+ and Hulu. There are also some fun opportunities to experience the movie and elements of it in the real world in the Disney Parks and hotels. This includes screenings and other experiences at some Disney hotels and photo ops in the parks, hotels, and beyond.…
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VIDEO: Benjamin Bratt Narrates Candlelight Processional at Disneyland
For many Disney fans, the start of the holiday season begins on the first weekend of December when the Candlelight Processional brings the Christmas story to Town Square at Disneyland. This tradition, which dates back to the days when Walt Disney still walked the park, is beloved by those who can see it. It has…
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Prep and Landing – Operation: Secret Santa | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 7, 2010
On this day in 2010, the holiday short ‘Operation: Secret Santa — A Prep & Landing Stocking Stuffer’ debuted on ABC. It was a sequel to 2009’s ‘Prep & Landing.’ We catch up with Wayne and Lanny on a secret mission from Mrs. Claus, voiced by Betty White. The elves have been tasked to break…
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Benjamin Bratt Revealed as Candlelight Processional Narrator at Disneyland
The Candlelight Processional at Disneyland is a tradition that dates back to the era of Walt Disney. This annual tradition sees a celebrity narrator tell the story of Christmas with the help of a mass choir, orchestra, handbell choir, soloists, and fanfare trumpeters. All of this takes place on a beautiful stage that is erected…
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Check Out the ‘Zootopia 2’ Easter Eggs Found at Shanghai Disney Resort
Zootopia 2 is taking the world by storm. With a record-breaking opening weekend, the film has shown that fans are excited about Walt Disney Animation Studios’ return to this franchise. At Shanghai Disney Resort, there are some fantastic Zootopia 2 Easter Eggs that can be found. Shanghai Disney Resort also inspired some of the things…
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Stitch Crash Lands Disney on Ice
Attendees of Disney on Ice in St. Paul, Minnesota, received a surprise when Stitch made a crash landing. His arrival was part of Disney’s global “Make Someone’s Holiday Magic” campaign. After bursting in, Stitch shared about holiday kindness and Disney’s Toys for Tots Ultimate Toy Drive. The Holiday Magic Tour will see Stitch on the…
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Disney Cruise Line Reveals Christmas Tree Aboard Disney Destiny
The Disney Destiny is now taking guests on 4- and 5-night cruises to The Bahamas and Western Caribbean as a part of its inaugural season. One of the great things about a new ship and an inaugural season is lots of reveals. Many of these reveals happened during media previews and the inaugural cruises aboard the…
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Walt Disney Family Museum to Host Virtual Talk: Funny Boy: The Richard Hunt Biography with Author Jessica Max Stein
The Walt Disney Family Museum is hosting a new virtual talk. This time it will be with Jessica Max Stein, the author of the Richard Hunt biography, Funny Boy: The Richard Hunt Biography. This event will be taking place on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at 5:30 PM PT. This event will be held as the…
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‘The Simpsons 2’ Gets New Release Date
Not a lot is known about The Simpsons 2 at this point. Earlier this year, a release date and poster were shared for the film. Nothing about the plot was revealed at the time, though. This week, 20th Century Studios released a new date for the film. In a post on social media, the new…
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Dave Brubeck | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 6, 1920
On this day in 1920, legendary jazz pianist Dave Brubeck was born in Concord, California. While he is perhaps most well-known for composing “Take Five,” he also recorded the jazz album “Dave Digs Disney” in 1957. This album has 8 Disney tunes that are performed by Brubeck and his jazz quartet from ‘Alice in Wonderland,’…
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‘Avengers: Endgame’ Returning to Theaters in 2026
Marvel Studios is bringing Avengers: Endgame back to theaters in 2026. The arrival of this 2019 blockbuster comes ahead of the premiere of Avengers: Doomsday on December 18, 2026. Avengers: Endgame will return to theaters on September 25, 2026. The film was originally released in theaters on April 26, 2019, and had a record-breaking opening…
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Original 1977 Version of ‘Star Wars’ Coming to Theaters for 50th Anniversary
As part of the 50th anniversary of Star Wars, it was previously announced that the original film would be returning to theaters. Today, it was announced that when Star Wars returns to theaters on February 19, 2027, it will be the original version of the film that was seen by moviegoers 50 years ago. This…
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2 New Magic Key-Exclusive Popcorn Buckets Coming to Disneyland Resort in 2026
The Disneyland Resort has announced that 2 new Magic Key-exclusive popcorn buckets will be available in 2026. One of these buckets has a design that continues the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration. The other celebrates the 25th anniversary of Disney California Adventure. Each bucket will be available starting on January 13, 2026. Between January 13 and…
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Adventures by Disney River Cruises Shares Twelve Days of Christmas Markets
One of the most beautiful things to experience in Europe during the Christmas season is the Christmas markets. They are found in different villages and cities throughout Europe, and Adventures by Disney River Cruises visit many of them! To say they are magical would be an understatement. During the holiday season, Disney Cruise Line River…
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Deadpool Returns to Disneyland Paris for Holiday Season
Deadpool is back at Disney California Adventure in Avengers Campus, sharing Christmas stories once again this year with Wolverine. Today, Disneyland Paris shared that Deadpool will also be appearing at its Avengers Campus. Disneyland Paris has announced that Deadpool will return to Avengers Campus at Walt Disney Studios (soon to be Disney Adventure World) for…
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Walt Disney World Celebrates 100th Anniversary of Two of Its Magic Kingdom Trains
Two of the trains at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom are celebrating 100 years on the rails. In 2025, the Roger E. Broggie and Walter E. Disney hit this milestone. These historic locomotives are still favorites with guests and also continue the legacy of Walt Disney’s love of trains. They also reflect Disney’s commitment to…
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Pixar Place Hotel Celebrates 30th Anniversary of ‘Toy Story’
The Pixar Place Hotel is celebrating the movie that really kicked off Pixar Animation Studios, which also happens to be celebrating its 30th anniversary. That’s right, Pixar Place Hotel is celebrating the 30th anniversary of Toy Story. On the second floor of the hotel, there is an exhibit that highlights the first film to be…
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Disney Shares Photos of New Pixar Place Hotel Suites
The Pixar Place Hotel has two new signature suites that draw inspiration from Pixar’s Coco and The Incredibles movies. They are already available for reservations, and today, Disney shared photos of both of these new suites. They look beautiful. They are being described as Oaxacan-style craftsmanship or mid-century with a “spy-fi” twist. Take a look below at what these…
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Skyfest | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 5, 1985
On this day in 1985, Skyfest was held in Anaheim, California, to mark Walt Disney’s 84th birthday and the 30th anniversary of Disneyland. The event set a world record for the number of balloons released simultaneously – over 1.2 million! Around 3,000 volunteers came to the Disneyland parking lot before dawn to fill the balloons…
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‘Camp Rock 3’ Teaser Sees New Rockers Vying to Become Opening Act for Connect 3
A new Camp Rock 3 trailer has been released. In it, a new generation of rockers is vying to become the opening act for Connect 3. Camp Rock 3 will see the return of the Jonas Brothers to the franchise and will arrive on Disney+ and Disney Channel in summer 2026. They will be joined by…
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Geek Eats: Coffee-Mocha Cookie Recipe
It’s a glorious day to be a cookie lover! With it being National Cookie Day, Daps Magic has been sharing several recipes from Disney chefs at EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. This has included the Cinnamon-Spiced Chocolate Crinkle Cookie from the Holiday Kitchen, Hazelnut Linzer Cookie with Raspberry Jam from the Bavaria Holiday Kitchen, the Ginger-Molasses Cookies with Cream Cheese Icing from Experimental Prototype…