Author: Mr. Daps
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Temuera Morrison | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 26, 1960
On this day in 1960, actor Temuera Morrison was born in New Zealand. He is best known for portraying Jango Fett and his clones, including the adult Boba Fett and the Clone Troopers, in the ‘Star Wars’ universe. Morrison’s first ‘Star Wars’ film was ‘Attack of the Clones’ in 2002. He maintained the roles for…
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Geek Eats: Mr. Daps’ Family Jelly Roll Recipe
Happy Holidays! For Mr. Daps and family, there is a recipe that dates back at least to his grandmother. This recipe has a couple of different names, but is most commonly known as a Jelly Roll. Grandma, even though she called it a Jelly Roll, has it as a Jam Whirl Pinwheel in the written…
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VIDEO: Wintertime Enchantment at Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle
Merry Christmas! Here’s wishing you the happiest day! We hope that you are surrounded by those whom you love and are filled with peace and joy! We know that some of you may already have a white Christmas! For those of you who don’t, here is the snow moment at Disneyland as seen on Main…
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Merry Christmas!
From all of us at Daps Magic to all of you, Merry Christmas! We hope that, however you are celebrating, whatever you are celebrating, and whoever you are celebrating with, you are having a day full of love, joy, and peace. We are so thankful for you and wish you all the best during the…
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One Hour in Wonderland | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 25, 1950
On this day in 1950, ‘One Hour in Wonderland’ aired on NBC as Walt Disney’s very first television special. Walt hosted the program as a holiday party at his home. Guests included Edgar Bergen and his ventriloquist dummies, Bobby Driscoll, Kathryn Beaumont, and Walt’s two daughters. The group watched various Disney clips plus a sneak…
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‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Finds Its Dr. McCoy and Sulu
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds has wrapped production in its fifth and final season. While fans eagerly await the fourth and fifth seasons to arrive on Paramount+, many have wondered if and when Dr. McCoy and Sulu would appear. As the series progresses, more characters from Star Trek: The Original Series have been appearing. Spock,…
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Knott’s Berry Farm Announces New Year’s Eve Festivities!
Knott’s Berry Farm has announced its plans for New Year’s Eve. This comes as Knott’s Merry Farm continues to be celebrated through January 4, 2026. Guests experiencing Knott’s Merry Farm can enjoy classic offerings like Snoopy’s Night Before Christmas, the magical Snow and Glow moments, a new (and massive) Christmas Tree, Victorian carolers, delicious dishes,…
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Knott’s Berry Farm Closes for Day as Rain Comes Down on Southern California
Knott’s Berry Farm will not be open on Christmas Eve. This comes as rain comes down across Southern California. The theme park announced on Wednesday morning that it would not be opening its gates because of the weather, with the following post: The closure comes as Knott’s Berry Farm continues to celebrate Knott’s Merry Farm.…
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Rizzo the Rat and Bean Bunny are Back in New Videos From The Muppets
In what was a surprise for many Muppet fans, two new videos released by The Muppets saw the return of Rizzo the Rat and Bean Bunny. Both have been largely absent in recent years. Both characters are being brought to life by Bradley Freeman, Jr. The video that showcases the return of Rizzo the Rat…
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The Many Origins of Geekmas – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #795
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week is the annual Geekmas episode of Geeks Corner! For this year’s Geekmas episode, it is all about the origins of Geekmas. This is done through games, with puppets, Muppets, music, and a whole lot more! This includes the returns of the Penguin interns and the introduction of Ms. Infor…
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Winnie the Pooh | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 23, 1925
On this day in 1925, the very first Winnie the Pooh story was published in ‘The London Evening News’ on Christmas Eve. It was called “In Which We Are Introduced to Winnie-the-Pooh and Some Bees, and the Stories Begin.” Readers met a certain silly old bear, originally known as “Edward Bear,” and followed his search…
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Newest ‘Disney Unscripted’ Reveals How Jungle Cruise Becomes Jingle Cruise Overnight
A new episode of Disney Unscripted has been released by Disney Parks. In this episode, Disney shares a behind-the-scenes look at how the Jungle Cruise becomes the Jingle Cruise overnight. This video shows how the magic of Disney brings the merriment of the holidays to this classic Adventureland attraction in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney…
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What if the Jingle Cruise Had a Theme Song?
Many Disney attractions have theme songs. Think of Haunted Mansion, Pirates of the Caribbean, or even it’s a small world, and most likely the theme song for these attractions comes to mind. One attraction that doesn’t (or if you are a Disneyland guest, never did) have a theme song is the Jingle Cruise. The Jingle…
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Knott’s Express Trolley Arrives at Knott’s Berry Farm
There’s a new entertainment offering coming to Knott’s Berry Farm for Knott’s Peanuts Celebration this year. The Knott’s Express trolley arrived at Knott’s Berry Farm over the weekend ahead of this big celebration that runs from January 31st through February 22nd. This trolley will be a part of a new entertainment offering that is being…
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Walt Disney World Railroad | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 23, 2022
On this day in 2022, the Walt Disney World Railroad reopened at the Magic Kingdom after a four-year hiatus. The Railroad was suspended in December 2018 for the construction of the TRON Lightcycle/Run attraction. The project included a new tunnel for the train to pass through. The Walt Disney World Railroad started as an opening…
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Disney Shakes Up Movie Release Schedule in Coming Years
Disney is shaking up the release schedule for several of its movies in the next couple of years. As moviegoers gear up for 2026, Disney revealed that in both 2026 and 2027, some films are getting new release dates. Below is a look at the changes that are coming in the coming years. 2026 Release…
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VIDEO: Tour of lululemon in Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort
This last weekend, lululemon opened in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort. This store sells the popular line of athletic clothes and is found in the building that formerly housed the ESPN Zone several years ago. On the opening weekend, the Daps Magic team stopped by to take a tour of the new…
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New ‘Imagineer That!’ Answers The Age Old Question: How Do You Make Fun Smells Like Gingerbread?
A new Imagineer That! has arrived, just in time for Christmas. In this newest episode, Tom Morrow 2.0 explores the answer to the question: How Do You Make Fun Smells Like Gingerbread? Kaley from Disney Live Entertainment helps answer this question that seems even more relevant this time of year. After all, as one experiences…
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Top 5 Holiday Movies on Disney+
For many people, it is time for their holiday break. For those who live in California, it is almost time for a wet holiday break as rain is expected to fall across the state during the holiday break. Other parts of the country will see other types of inclement weather. With the weather, breaks, children…
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O Brother, Where Art Thou? | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 22, 2000
On this day in 2000, ‘O Brother, Where Art Thou?’ was released by Disney’s Touchstone Pictures. It loosely adapted elements of Homer’s ‘The Odyssey’ into the Depression Era in the Deep South. Three convicts escape from a chain gang and go through a series of fantastical escapades while searching for hidden treasure and evading a…
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The Avengers Face Off Against Loki in New Avengers Campus Moment at Disney California Adventure
A new moment is happening at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure. Happening a couple of times a day, the Avengers are called upon to stop the disruption that Loki is bringing to the land. The moment begins with some ominous music coming to life in the area. Shortly after, Loki can be seen walking…
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Five & Dime Brings Added Holiday Cheer to Carthay Circle at Disney California Adventure
On any given day at Disney California Adventure, guests walking through Carthay Circle can find Five & Dime performing on a stage in front of the fountain in the middle of the circle. During the holidays, these performances have added merry magic. The jazz ensemble performs favorite holiday tunes, adding extra cheer to the already…
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Painting to Begin on Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World Resort in January 2026
Earlier this year, at Destination D23, it was revealed that Cinderella Castle would be getting a new paint job. This new paint job would be inspired by the beloved classic paint job that many Disney fans had grown up seeing when visiting Magic Kingdom. One big question that has remained is when the painting would…
