Author: Mr. Daps
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Downtown Disney District to Present ‘Halloweentown’ for This Week’s Movie Night
The Downtown Disney District is hosting a series of movie nights that will take place on Wednesdays at 7:00 PM throughout Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort. The first movie of this series was Hocus Pocus. Frankenweenie followed this. The movies are presented on the Downtown Disney LIVE! Stage lawn on the west end near the…
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Disney Acquires Rights to ‘Impossible Creatures’ Book Series
Author Katherine Rundell’s book series Impossible Creatures has had its rights acquired by Disney. This expansive deal includes a first-look relationship with her production company, Impossible Films. The deal will also have Rundell writing and developing feature film screenplays for the first two books in her blockbuster fantasy series. “When I read Impossible Creatures, I knew…
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American Teacher Awards | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 7, 1990
On this day in 1990, the first annual American Teacher Awards was held in Hollywood. Disney created the awards show to honor outstanding teachers who embody the very best of the profession. A total of 36 honorees were selected from 185,000 nominations. The teachers themselves then selected the Outstanding Teacher of the Year. Celebrity presenters…
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Walt Disney World Resort Announces New Cold Brew Offerings
Walt Disney World Resort continues to add to its cold brew lineup. In all four parks, there are new cold brew offerings to be enjoyed. There are also new cold foam offerings! On top of their being new drinks, there are also new locations to get caffeinated throughout Walt Disney World Resort! While they may…
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Medals Revealed for 2026 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend
On the weekend of January 11-15, 2026, thousands of runners will descend on Walt Disney World Resort for the 2026 Walt Disney World Marathon weekend. This will be a weekend full of magic, memories, fun, running, and also medals! Ahead of this annual weekend of events, runDisney has shared what the medals will look like…
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Check Out These Magical Merchandise Offerings Inspired by Disney Witches
Halloween has become a favorite season for many Disney fans. There are plenty of fantastic movies, stories, characters, and more to enjoy from the many different brands and studios that are a part of The Walt Disney Company. The Disney Parks Blog has pulled together a list of some of the merchandise that is inspired…
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Three Entertainment Highlights From 2025 Knott’s Scary Farm
Knott’s Scary Farm is now being offered at Knott’s Berry Farm on select nights (details can be found at KnottsScaryFarm.com). Each night that Knott’s Scary Farm is offered, the park undergoes a terrifying transformation to become one of Southern California’s ultimate Halloween offerings. There are scare actors in scare zones, new mazes, horrifically delicious food…
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Co-Founder and Director of Disney Mariachi Cobre at EPCOT Honored with Walt Disney Legacy Award
In recent weeks, Daps Magic has been covering the stories of cast members who have received the Walt Disney Legacy Award this year (read about when Mr. Daps attended a Walt Disney Legacy Award ceremony here). There have been quite a few who have been from the Disneyland Resort. Today, the cast member who is…
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Disneyland’s Storybook Land Canal Boats Adding Rapunzel’s Tower
Disneyland’s Storybook Land Canal Boats is getting a new story, structure, and even music! When the attraction reopens this weekend, it will include a new miniature of Rapunzel’s tower from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Tangled. The addition to the attraction will debut as a part of the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration. It will be found…
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Massive LEGO Death Star Set Available on Disney Store and Selling Fast!
A massive LEGO Death Star set is now available on DisneyStore.com. The set has over 9,000 pieces and is built in a way that allows for seeing inside the gargantuan space station. The set includes 38 minifigures, including Luke Skywalker (Jedi and Stormtrooper versions), Han Solo (two versions), Princess Leia, Chewbacca, and Darth Vader. There…
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Memento Mori | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 6, 2014
On this day in 2014, the Memento Mori gift shop opened near the Haunted Mansion in Liberty Square at Walt Disney World. The shop is said to be Madame Leota’s 17th-century home, built near Gracey Manor. Several supernatural touches still give evidence of her presence, like a portrait of her that changes under black light,…
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Disney Hercules Original London Cast Recording of ‘Hercules’ Release Dates Announced
The Disney Hercules Original London Cast Recording is being released digitally, on CD, and on vinyl in the coming months. Disney Theatrical Group and Disney Music Group/Walt Disney Records will release the original London cast recording of Hercules digitally on October 10th, on CD on November 21st, and vinyl on December 5th. The new album…
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Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular is the fireworks show at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. The fireworks show includes Mickey Mouse and other friends, along with lots of Halloween-themed music and moments. A large puppet of Jack Skellington from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas also makes appearances! This is an incredible fireworks spectacular that shouldn’t be missed…
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The History of Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort
Disney Springs has been a part of Walt Disney World Resort for a very long time. However, it hasn’t always been known as Disney Springs. Over the last five decades, this location has undergone significant changes. The Disney Parks Blog shared the history of Disney Springs from its humble origins of 37 restaurants and retail…
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Swim with the Stars | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 5, 2004
On this day in 2004, Swim with the Stars, an event celebrating three American Olympic gold medalists, was held in Disneyland. Michael Phelps, Ian Crocker, and Lenny Krayzelburg greeted an adoring crowd and swam relays with local kids. Main Street, U.S.A. itself was turned into a lap pool that was 164 feet long, 24 feet…
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Magic Kingdom Reveals New Land-Inspired Treats for Fireworks Dessert Party
There are new treats that are inspired by the lands of Magic Kingdom for guests experiencing the Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert Party held at Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant. These will be debuting on October 8th. Ahead of their arrival, Disney Eats has shared a look at what will be arriving for guests to enjoy. Check them…
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Dude Perfect Partners with Disney Parks to Set Record and Raise Money for Make-A-Wish
Dude Perfect has released a new video where they try to break a record for the fastest time to visit every Disney theme park around the world. They have partnered with Disney for this incredible video (seen below) that aims to hit all of the Disney parks in less than 75 hours. Previously, the record…
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It’s Partysaurus Rex Time at Disney California Adventure
Rex has been meeting with guests throughout the summer and into the fall at Disney California Adventure’s Pixar Pier. This loveable toy dinosaur from the Toy Story franchise has been delighting guests who have stopped by to say hi. Now, he is even more delightful. He has gotten dressed up with his Partysaurus Rex look…
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LEGO Frozen Advent Calendar 2025 Now Available on Disney Store
A new LEGO Frozen Advent Calendar 2025 is now available on DisneyStore.com. This Advent Calendar brings favorite characters and moments from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Frozen franchise to life, also helping to count down to Christmas. The calendar includes Frozen minifigures of Elsa, Anna, Kristoff, Olaf, Sven, and two kitten characters. A LEGO Arendelle Castle,…
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Buster Keaton | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 4, 1895
On this day in 1895, actor, comedian, and filmmaker Buster Keaton was born. Keaton was best known for his silent films of the 1920s, which were a great influence on Walt Disney. Keaton’s film ‘Steamboat Bill Jr.’ inspired the title, plot, and music choice of Disney’s ‘Steamboat Willie.’ Keaton’s use of inventive stunts and “comedic…
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The Boulet Brothers Join Knott’s Scary Farm on Select Nights
Knott’s Scary Farm is now terrifying guests on select nights throughout the Halloween season. On even more select nights, The Boulet Brothers will be joining in for the frightful fun! They will be offering exclusive Legacy Store Meet and Greets on those select nights. To see them, a ticket to Knott’s Scary Farm will be…
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Haunted Mansion ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 7
Welcome, foolish mortals! On this episode of Photoniks, Mr. Daps and Clocky (your ghost podcast hosts?) take a look at the Haunted Mansion as seen through photos from the past. This is a unique look at the Haunted Mansion through the lens of days long gone by. This seemed like the perfect episode topic to…
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VIDEO: Rusty Cutlass Pirate Band at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is being offered on select nights at Magic Kingdom during the Halloween season at Walt Disney World Resort. This after-hours hard-ticketed event allows guests to see many different Disney characters (some in costume), trick or treat, enjoy food, merchandise, attractions, and entertainment! The entertainment for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party really is…
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Check Out These 13 New Sauced Chicken Strips Coming to Walt Disney World
Chicken strips are a hard thing to pass up. Walt Disney World Resort is about to make it even harder to pass them up. Starting on October 8th, there will be 13 new sauced chicken strips found throughout Walt Disney World Resort. Today, there is a look at what is coming. Check out these delicious…