Author: Mr. Daps
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Mattel Reveals New ‘Toy Story 5’ Merchandise As Part of Roundup Reveal Week with Pixar
The Roundup Reveal Week with Pixar ahead of Toy Story 5 has begun! The first day is full of some incredible Mattel toys that connect with the movie! Below is a look at all of the new toys that are being released in conjunction with the movie! Check them out and share what you think…
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Jungle Cruise and Toy Story Midway Mania Reopens at Disneyland Resort This Week!
Two popular attractions at the Disneyland Resort will soon be open again, one at Disneyland and the other at Disney California Adventure. Both will be reopening on April 24, 2026. At Disneyland, The World Famous Jungle Cruise has been closed since mid-February. The opening-day attraction has been a favorite with fans through the years. It…
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A New Language of Magic: Inside Disney’s Groundbreaking ASL Collaborations
Animation has always been a visual medium. It is a canvas where story and song can come together to create something magical. Unfortunately, for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community, the experience of that magic has historically come with a barrier. While captions have provided access, they haven’t always provided connection. This is beginning to change,…
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Grad Nites Return to Disneyland Resort Starting May 8th
In Southern California for many high school graduates, the overnight trip to the Disneyland Resort is a rite of passage. Many high school grads have happy memories and stories to tell of their Grad Nite at The Happiest Place on Earth! For many years, these were held inside of Disneyland. Now, they are held at…
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Check Out the Mother’s Day Gifts at Disney Store
Mother’s Day this year is on May 10, 2026. As the date to celebrate “your mother and mine” approaches, the Disney Store has a page of merchandise dedicated to mom. It has a range of different ideas for gifts that include clothing, cups, jewelry, and more. All of it can be found on the Disney…
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The Walt Disney Family Museum to Host ‘Introduction to Storyboarding with Storyboard Artist Christian Roman’ Workshop
The Walt Disney Family Museum regularly hosts events the helps aspiring artists of one type or another learn more about the animation industry. On May 16, 2026, the museum will be hosting a workshop to teach about storyboarding. The event will take place in the Learning Center from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. It is…
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Make Mine Music | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 20, 1946
On this day in 1946, the musical anthology film ‘Make Mine Music’ debuted in New York City. It was Disney’s third package film out of six developed during the 1940s, starting with ‘Saludos Amigos’ and ending with ‘The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad.’ ‘Make Mine Music’ followed the “package” format of combining multiple loosely…
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‘Toy Story 5’ Roundup Reveal Week Announced!
Toy Story 5 arrives in theaters on June 19, 2026. Ahead of the big day, Disney Consumer Products and Pixar will announce daily product reveals and teasers spotlighting exciting collaborations from fan-favorite global brands. This will be a Roundup Reveal Week full of merchandise for the new Pixar film. There will be a wide range…
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Listen to the Music of The Simpsons on World Simpsons Day!
Happy World Simpsons Day! Yes, that is a thing. This unofficial holiday was founded in 2017 as the anniversary of the iconic animated family’s debut on The Tracey Ullman Show in 1987. In 1990, The Simpsons became its own FOX animated series. Today, it is the longest-running primetime scripted TV series in history (animated or not). The series is…
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VIDEO: ‘Disney Channel Rocks!’ at Disneyland After Dark: Disney Channel Nite
Last week, Disneyland After Dark: Disney Channel Nite saw fans celebrating some of their favorite Disney Channel characters, shows, and franchises on three nights at The Happiest Place on Earth! The special after-hours event included plenty of characters, photo ops, food, merchandise, and special entertainment. One of the entertainment offerings was a show that debuted…
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Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities Reopens at Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland is preparing to officially see its timeline expanded on April 29, 2026. When this happens, there will be more stories from more eras with more characters for guests to experience. This will include: Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities As Disneyland prepares for this expansion, there have been some changes happening…
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The Fives: Lost Attractions & Disney Nostalgia
Episode Summary: Grab your time machine and join the Daps Magic crew for a trip down memory lane! In this episode of Daps Magic – Disney and positive stuff, Mr. Daps is joined by Mikey Really Likey and Angela for a special edition of “The Fives.” We’re diving into the archives of Disney history to…
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Hayden Christensen | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 19, 2081
On this day in 1981, actor Hayden Christensen was born. ‘Star Wars’ fans know him best for portraying Anakin Skywalker as he transitions into Darth Vader. Christensen reportedly beat over 1,500 other actors for the role and was chosen because he “[had] the presence of the Dark Side.” He originally appeared as Anakin in ‘Star…
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New Disney x Formula 1 Race-Inspired Collection Coming to Disney Store
New merchandise is joining the Disney x Formula 1 Collection at DisneyStore.com. At 8:00 AM PT on April 23, 2026, the newest Disney x Formula 1 Collection will drop on DisneyStore.com. This will include a dedicated crew fleece pullover and also a pin honoring select races throughout the 2026 Formula 1 season. Disney previewed what…
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The Amanda Castro Band Delights at Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival
The Amanda Castro Band is one of the many different musical acts that have been performing during the 2026 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival. The band celebrates the golden era of music in a way that is vibrant and fresh. The performances are full of energy and warmth as Amanda and the band…
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GUIDE: Mornings at Disney Springs
Disney Springs is the shopping, entertainment, and dining district at Walt Disney World Resort. For over 50 years, it has been welcoming guests. Quite often, it is easy to think of stopping by during the day or evening to catch the nightlife. Visiting in the morning is a magical experience as well. In fact, there…
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Hayley Mills | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 18, 1946
On this day in 1946, actress, singer, and Disney Legend Hayley Mills was born. Mills started her acting career at age 13 in ‘Tiger Bay,’ leading to her discovery by Walt Disney. He signed her to a six-film contract with Disney. Mills’ American film debut was in ‘Pollyanna,’ a role for which she earned an…
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Stage Nine to Host ‘An Exclusive Skywalker Vineyards Tasting & Star Wars Celebration’
Star Wars Day, or May the 4th, is almost upon us! There are a lot of things to be excited about this year for Star Wars fans. There is a new Star Wars movie with The Mandalorian and Grogu. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland will be getting new characters as its timeline expands. Disneyland…
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Disneyland Resort Shares Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Expanded Timeline Character Photos
On April 29, 2026, Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will see its timeline expanded. With this expansion will come the addition of new eras of Star Wars stories on Batuu. Guests will get to see characters and experience the stories from these eras come to life when visiting Galaxy’s Edge. They will include: Along with…
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Disney Planet Possible Promotes Pollinators
Pollinators are an important part of keeping planet Earth healthy. From butterflies to bees, they help with the reproduction of over 75% of the world’s flowering plants and 35% of food crops. Disney is giving these pollinators a little extra love during Earth Month. Disney cast members, Imagineers, scientists, and storytellers from around the world…
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Disney Costumes: A Look at Sustainability Efforts
One thing that is seen by every guest at a Disney park and perhaps also overlooked is the costumes that are worn by cast members. Around the globe, thousands of cast members don specially-designed costumes each day as they magic magic for guests. While these costumes might just seem like a part of the Disney…
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Tickets on Sale for ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’
This morning at 6:00 AM PT, tickets went on sale for The Mandalorian and Grogu. This is the first new Star Wars film to arrive in theaters since Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker in 2019. Tickets can be purchased at Fandango or through other websites for the May 22nd release (or May 21st non-midnight…
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Disney Reveals Infinity Vision at CinemaCon
At CinemaCon on Thursday, The Walt Disney Studios announced a new certification for premium large format (PLF) theaters called Infinity Vision. This was done in collaboration with global theatrical exhibition partners. Infinity Vision will signify to audiences which auditoriums offer the biggest, brightest, and most immersive cinematic experiences. Disney aims to set a new benchmark…
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Star Wars Jerseys Coming to Disney Store
Star Wars Day is almost here. Leading up to May the 4th, the Disney Store has been debuting a variety of special Star Wars merchandise. On April 24th, new Star Wars Jerseys will be arriving on the Disney Store. These will be arriving at 8:00 AM PT on DisneyStore.com. As can be seen, the jerseys…