Author: Mr. Daps
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Check Out the Disney Cutie Ghost Collection at Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort!
Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort is off and running at the Happiest Place on Earth! Throughout the parks, Downtown Disney District, and beyond, there is a wide variety of entertainment, attraction overlays, culinary offerings, merchandise, and more to be enjoyed between now and October 31st, when Halloween Time ends. This includes the Disney Cutie…
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Geek Eats: Menu Revealed For Hurly-Burly at Disney’s BoardWalk
On October 1st, Hurly-Burly will be opening at Disney’s BoardWalk. When it opens, guests will be invited into a historic seaside theater that was once home to the BoardWalk’s most celebrated vaudeville performers. Nearly a hundred years later, Hurly-Burly is once again opening its doors with entertainment offerings, vintage drinks, and lite bites that are…
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Disney Reveals ‘Moana’ Digital Download and Physical Formats Release Dates
Disney’s live-action version of Moana will soon be sailing to screens in people’s homes. Today, Disney announced the release dates for digital downloads and physical discs. This will allow fans to enjoy this film from the comfort of their own homes. Moana will be released on premium digital platforms first on September 8, 2026. This…
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We Love Walls – GEEKS CORNER #831
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week, it’s all about the walls! In the recent Leslie Iwerks documentary, Disney Worldbuilders, Kevin Feige talks about his love of walls in Disney theme parks. The Geeks explore that thought this week on Geeks Corner as they talk about many of the walls that are found in the Disney…
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Dug Days | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 1, 2021
On this day in 2021, the Disney•Pixar limited series ‘Dug Days’ debuted on Disney+. After the events of ‘Up,’ Carl Fredericksen returns with Dug, sells the Spirit of Adventure airship, and buys a home in the suburbs. Across five adventures, Dug and Carl adjust to their new life while tackling challenges like coping with fireworks…
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Bryce Dallas Howard to Host Maestro of the Movies: A Tribute to John Williams at Hollywood Bowl
The Hollywood Bowl has announced that Bryce Dallas Howard will be hosting this year’s John Williams concert. Called Maestro of the Movies: A Tribute to John Williams, this concert will be presented on the weekend of September 4, 5, and 6 at the Hollywood Bowl. David Newman will conduct the three concerts. The following post…
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Walls Go Up Around Disney Showcase Character Location and Walkway on Main Street, USA at Disneyland
Walls have gone up around a character location that is also the entrance to a walkway behind Main Street, USA at Disneyland. This is found next to Disney Showcase and across from The Mad Hatter in Town Square. On Sunday, Clarabelle Cow could be seen meeting with guests there in the afternoon. On Monday, walls…
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Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels Offering Fantastic Fall Rates
Those who want to visit Walt Disney World Resort this fall may want to take a look at the Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels. These hotels, which are within the boundaries of Walt Disney World Resort, are offering rates as low as $125 per night if booked by November 13th for stays through December 18,…
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New Halloween Time Display Appears in Disneyland Hotel
A new Halloween Time display has materialized at the Disneyland Hotel. Found just outside the entrance to Goofy’s Kitchen, this new display leans into autumn. It does have some Disney magic as well, though. The main pumpkin in the display has some Mickey ears on it, making it reminiscent of the Mickey Mouse Jack-O-Lantern that…
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Disney Reveals First Look at The Diamond Horseshoe Pop-Up Menu
The Diamond Horseshoe is getting a limited-time pop-up this fall. It opens October 4th, with reservations available September 29th. Ahead of the pop-up’s arrival in Liberty Square at Magic Kingdom Park, Disney has given a first look at what diners will be finding on the menu when they visit The Diamond Horseshoe. Take a look…
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More Ticket Booths Demolished in Esplanade at Disneyland
Two more ticket booths in the Esplanade have been demolished at the Disneyland Resort. This comes as work gears up on a new parking lot and arrival process on the east side of the Disneyland Resort. The two booths were previously located on the northeast side of the Esplanade. The demolition came just weeks after…
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Projections Return to Northeast Main Street at Disneyland During Fireworks
Earlier this year, the northwest side of Main Street, USA received a lovely renovation. When completed, the northwest portion of Main Street looked better than ever. Unfortunately, the projections during nighttime spectaculars that came out of that side of the street onto the facade of the northeast side of the street didn’t return. This has…
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Only Murders in the Building | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 31, 2021
On this day in 2021, the first episode of ‘Only Murders in the Building’ premiered on Hulu. A decade after coming up with the concept for the show, Steve Martin joined longtime collaborator Martin Short and Selena Gomez to form a trio of amateur sleuths. The eccentric neighbors bond over their shared love of true…
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Check Out the Haunted Mansion Holiday Merchandise as Attraction Overlay Celebrates 25th Anniversary
The Haunted Mansion Holiday is back as Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort kicks off! This year marks the 25th anniversary of this holiday overlay for this classic Disney attraction. With this milestone being reached, there is no shortage of merchandise available (unless it sells out too fast). There are multiple different offerings found at…
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Judge Doom – Caption of the Week
Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort has returned! With it, Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party has also returned. This after-hours Halloween party takes over Disney California Adventure on select nights throughout the season. Daps Magic was on hand for the first night of the Oogie Boogie Bash. This is where this week’s…
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Beyond the Horizon: Decoding Disney’s Next Era from D23
While D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event brought a wave of massive park announcements, the bigger story lies in the cultural and strategic direction of The Walt Disney Company. On this episode of Daps Magic – Disney and Positive Stuff, Mr. Daps takes a step back to analyze the overarching themes driving Disney’s new era…
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Dumb Bell of the Yukon | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 30, 1946
On this day in 1946, the Donald Duck short ‘Dumb Bell of the Yukon’ was released. The story took some loose inspiration from the Russian fairy tale, “The Bear with a Wooden Leg” by A. N. Afanasev. Donald becomes the antagonist when he heads into the Yukon to hunt a bear so that Daisy can…
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Main Street Cinema Reopens at Disneyland With New Mickey Mouse Shorts
The Main Street Cinema has reopened on Main Street, USA at Disneyland. After being closed since the end of the 70th celebration of Disneyland, the cinema reopened. The reopening saw Mickey Mouse return to the screens inside. This time, however, it isn’t the classic black-and-white films that used to be screened in the cinema. Instead,…
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Walkway Opens Between Avengers Campus and Cars Land at Disney California Adventure with New Restroom
A walkway has reopened between Cars Land and Avengers Campus after being closed for over a year. With the walkway’s reopening, a new restroom is now available on the Cars Land side of the path. This change comes as Avengers Campus is undergoing an expansion that will ultimately add two attractions to the land. Disney…
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New Plaque Honoring Jack Kirby Installed at Disney California Adventure’s Avengers Campus
A new plaque has been installed at the entrance of Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure. This plaque honors legendary artist Jack Kirby for his unparalleled creative achievements. The plaque was unveiled before the park opened on August 28th, the artist’s 109th birthday. Kirby was born in New York City on August 28, 1917. Throughout…
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The Walt Disney Family Museum to Screen ‘Finding Dory’ Throughout September for 10th Anniversary
The Walt Disney Family Museum has announced that it is celebrating the 10th anniversary of Finding Dory by screening the movie throughout the month of September. There are multiple opportunities to see a screening of this film throughout the month, including a sensory-friendly opportunity on September 20, 2026. Ticket prices range from free for members…
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Aulani | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 29, 2011
On this day in 2011, Aulani, A Disney Resort and Spa on the western coast of O’ahu, Hawaii, first opened its doors to guests. The first patrons and media were treated to a sunrise ceremony incorporating native traditions with a visit from Mickey and his friends. Imagineer and creative lead Joe Rohde pulled in authentic…
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Disneyland Resort Brings Disney Magic to Happiest Day in Anaheim Celebration
This summer, the Disneyland Resort wrapped up its 70th anniversary celebration. However, it continued to celebrate the collaboration between The Happiest Place on Earth and the place it calls home, Anaheim. On August 27th, the Disneyland Resort followed the 70 Happiest Hours in Anaheim initiative in 2025 with the Happiest Day in Anaheim! This was…
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‘The Muppets Musical History with Seth McFarlane’ Goes on a Nostalgic Journey of The Muppets and Their Music
The Muppets Musical History with Seth McFarlane was one of the many panels that were presented at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. This one, perhaps the most adult, had Seth MacFarlane taking to the stage to talk about his new album of Muppet music. The album is called Seth MacFarlane Sings The Muppets. The…