Author: Mr. Daps
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New Events Announced for D23 at Destination D23
At Destination D23 today, the dates for the next D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event were announced. Along with the announcement of when and where Disney fans will come together in 2026, there will multiple other exciting things announced for D23. From the stage at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Michael Vargo also revealed that Disney…
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Dates and Details Revealed at Destination D23 for 2026 D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event!
Today at Destination D23, Michael Vargo (the head of D23) revealed details and dates for the 2026 D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event! This event will be seeing Disney fans from around the globe descending on Anaheim for a weekend that is chocked full of magic. This includes a D23 Disneyland Day once again, taking…
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A Halloween Time Wish – Bald Mountain Night Club
As Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort continues for the spooky season in 2025, there are plenty of different things to experience in the parks and beyond. The entertainment includes the return of Halloween Screams, the Mickey & Friends Halloween Time Cavalcade, and more. This doesn’t include the incredible offerings that guests experience during the…
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Elio – Mr. Daps’ Home Entertainment Review
In Elio, Elio Solís is feeling very alone. He has lost his parents and now lives with his aunt, and nothing seems to be going right. He also doesn’t seem to fit in anywhere or with anyone. To find belonging, he looks to space and reaches out to extraterrestrials with the hope that he can…
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Lilo & Stitch 2: Stitch Has a Glitch | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 30, 2005
On this day in 2005, ‘Lilo & Stitch 2: Stitch Has a Glitch’ was released direct to home video. The story is a sequel to the original ‘Lilo & Stitch’ film, but takes place before the events of ‘Stitch! The Movie.’ Due to incomplete programming, Stitch has frequent attacks that threaten to ruin his relationship…
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VIDEO: Voices of Disney Princesses Take to Stage in Front of Sleeping Beauty Castle for World Princess Week
Disney is celebrating World Princess Week this week. As part of the celebration, multiple voices of Disney Princesses took to a stage in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle for a very special concert. The concert was described by Disney as follows: Disney Princess Concert: Celebrating 70 Years of Disneyland featuring admired Disney Princess voice talent such…
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Walt Disney Archives Gives Global Tour of Disney Artifacts with Story of Project Development
Destination D23: A Journey Around the Worlds of Disney has started at Walt Disney World Resort. This weekend will be full of magical moments, announcements, and experiences. One of the offerings that can be enjoyed by guests is the Walt Disney Archives exhibit. Called Walt Disney Archives Presents Charting the Course – Disney’s Global Stories…
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Beautiful Tribute to Día de los Muertos Returns to Disneyland’s El Zócalo Park in Frontierland
It’s an exciting time of year to visit the Disneyland Resort. Halloween Time and Plaza de la Familia are celebrating the season. In Frontierland, the Halloween Tree has returned along with a Día de los Muertos tribute in Frontierland’s El Zócalo Park. The tribute includes Skelton figurines, brightly colored flowers, and other seasonally appropriate decorative…
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Halloween Tree Returns to Frontierland at Disneyland
A Halloween icon has returned to Frontierland at Disneyland. Since 2007, this tree has been lighting up the night in Frontierland with its orange glow. Inspired by Ray Bradbury’s book of the same name, it was dedicated on the 35th anniversary of the book. The tree, just like the one in the book, is covered…
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Chicken of the Sea Pirate Ship and Restaurant | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 29, 1955
On this day in 1955, the Chicken of the Sea Pirate Ship and Restaurant opened its gangplank to guests for the first time. As a full-size replica of Captain Hook’s ship, the location was both a quick-service restaurant and a play area for kids. Chicken of the Sea sponsored tasty dishes like tuna burgers, hot…
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Disneyland Paris Gives Behind-The-Scenes Look at Disney Davy Crockett Ranch Cabins Ahead of Opening
Disneyland Paris has revealed a behind the scenes look at Disney Davy Crockett Ranch. This comes just days ahead of the opening of these new cabins starting on September 1, 2025. Below is a look at what Disneyland Paris shared about these new cabins. What do you think of what you are seeing of these…
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Check Out the Plaza de la Familia Merchandise This Year at Disney California Adventure!
Plaza de la Familia can be found in Disney California Adventure from now through November 2nd. This celebration of the bonds of family has entertainment, delicious food, and some beautiful merchandise. At a recent media event for Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort and Plaza de la Familia, Daps Magic had the opportunity to get…
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ESPN’s Jimmy Pitaro to Represent Disney at The Bank of America Media, Communications & Entertainment Conference
Just weeks after the ESPN direct-to-consumer streaming platform was launched, head of ESPN Jimmy Pitaro will be representing The Walt Disney Company in The Bank of America Media, Communications & Entertainment Conference. He will be participating in a question and answer session during the conference. This will be streamed live for those who want to…
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‘Star Wars: Starfighter’ Now in Production
Star Wars: Starfighter has gone into production. The Ryan Gosling led film also stars Amy Adams, Flynn Gray, Matt Smith, Mia Goth, Aaron Pierre, Simon Bird, Jamael Westman, and Daniel Ings. It is being directed by Shawn Levy and set to arrive in theaters on May 28, 2027. “I feel a profound sense of excitement…
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New Moana Window Appears on Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland
A new window that brings to life the story of Moana has appeared on Main Street, U.S.A. It is in the window formerly the home to Peter Pan. It joins a new Zootopia-themed window on Main Street ahead of the arrival of Zootopia 2 later this year. The new window has icons that will be…
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Chadwick Boseman | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 28, 2020
On this day in 2020, actor and producer Chadwick Boseman tragically passed away due to complications from colon cancer. He is best known by Marvel fans for his portrayal of T’Challa, the Black Panther, in multiple MCU Infinity Saga films. However, Boseman’s legacy stretches even wider, from a decorated 20-year career on stage and screen…
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Take a Ride on The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure with Jodi Benson & Lauren Paley
Disney is celebrating World Princess Week this week. As part of the celebration, wishes are being granted with Make-A-Wish, a performance with the voices of Disney Princesses, and other exciting moments are happening around the globe. One of these special moments is a ride-along video on YouTube for an Exclusive Journey on The Little Mermaid…
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First Make-A-Wish Wishes Granted in Italy by Disney Cruise Line
In a first for the Disney Cruise Line and Make-A-Wish, wishes were granted to children in Italy. The Disney Parks Blog shared about these magical wishes that were granted as Disney celebrates World Princess Week. These wishes not only provide happiness, they provide hope. Read about the granting of these wishes below.
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Disney Sues Sling TV Over Mini-Bundles
The Walt Disney Company is suing Sling TV, a subsidiary of Dish Network. Disney alleges that new short-term packages that include its programming were used without permission. Sling unveiled these new “passes” earlier this month. They allow viewers access to Sling TV’s full bundle for a day, weekend, or week. The new mini-bundles start at…
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Check Out the Foods of Plaza de la Familia at Disney California Adventure!
It is a delicious time of year to visit Disney California Adventure. Throughout the Disneyland Resort, there are many different delicious food and beverage offerings to be enjoyed as part of the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration and Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort. There are also food options available for Plaza de la Familia. These…
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Disney Shares About Best Time to Visit Walt Disney World Resort
Visiting Walt Disney World Resort is a magical experience that makes memories that last a lifetime for many. There really is no bad time to visit Walt Disney World; however, there are best times for different priorities for visiting The Most Magical Place on Earth. Disney has shared when some of the best times to…
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Vatican City to Host Historic Concert with Pharrell Williams and Maestro Andrea Bocelli That Will be Live Streamed on Disney+, Hulu, and ABC News Live
An incredible concert will be performed in Vatican City and streamed live exclusively on Disney+, Hulu, and ABC New Live on September 13th. The concert will be co-directed by Pharrell Williams and Maestro Andrea Bocelli. It will feature the musical performances of Pharrell Williams with the Voices of Fire Gospel Choir, Maestro Andrea Bocelli, John…
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Mickey Mouse Club Theatre | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 27, 1955
On this day in 1955, the Mickey Mouse Club Theatre opened in Fantasyland at Disneyland. Located where Pinocchio’s Daring Journey is today, the theater showed Disney cartoons in air-conditioned luxury, all for the price of a “C” ticket. The first 3-D film in a Disney park was shown here starting in 1956 – ‘3D Jamboree’…
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Halloween, Heat, and a Robot – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #778
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week, there is a LOT of ground to cover during the episode. This starts with a very hot Halloween Time media event, and continues with updates to the Ratatouille attraction at Disneyland Paris. The show then pivots back to updates from Walt Disney World Resort before ending with a discussion…