Author: Mr. Daps
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Muppets in the Parks – A Month of Thanksgiving
One of my favorite things is when I get to see Muppets in the parks. This is what I’m thankful for on this last day of A Month of Thanksgiving. This began with Muppet*Vision 3D in Disney California Adventure. For many years, this was the attraction that we would end our night with when visiting…
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The Story of Animated Drawing | DISNEY THI SDAY | November 30, 1955
On this day in 1955, “The Story of Animated Drawing” first aired as part of the ‘Disneyland’ television program. Walt Disney hosted the episode that began a three-part series about ‘The Art of Animation’ book, yet to be published at the time. Disney discussed the early history of drawing and animation, including the work of…
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Kermit the Frog Statue to Receive New Home as The Jim Henson Company Departs Former Charlie Chaplin Studios
The Jim Henson Company sold its lot to musician John Mayer and film/TV producer McG. While not actually the home of The Muppets, it still had references to Kermit and friends, which its founder created. One of these references could be seen when approaching the Jim Henson Company Lot, originally the Chaplin Studios. One of the references is…
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Take a Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Voices Behind the Characters in ‘Zootopia 2’
Zootopia 2 is now in theaters and showing great strength at the box office. Ahead of its release, Disney shared a look at the voices in the booth that are behind what is seen on screen. Check out this fun video here: Zootopia 2 | Booth To Screen Zootopia 2 | Booth To Screen Description…
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Knott’s Merry Farm Foods and Where to Find Them
Knott’s Merry Farm is celebrating the spirit of the season with a variety of offerings that include entertainment, snow falling, beautiful decorations and lights, and some excellent foods. Along with being the merriest time of year, it is also one of the most delicious! Daps Magic was invited to experience Knott’s Merry Farm and get…
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The Foods of Disney Festival of Holidays
Disney Festival of Holidays is currently underway at the Disneyland Resort. Throughout Disney California Adventure, there are wonderful culinary offerings to enjoy, accompanied by some incredible entertainment groups at three stages in the park. Recently, Daps Magic had the opportunity to chat with Chef Graciela “Gracie” Gomez about the foods found throughout Disney California Adventure…
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Main Street March-Along – A Month of Thanksgiving
There is a moment that happens at Disneyland on most days (weather permitting) with the Disneyland Band, Mickey Mouse & Friends, and often the Dapper Dans. Called the Main Street March-Along, this moment is packed with a lot of fun, music, magic, and even interactivity. This is what I’m thankful for today. There are several…
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High School Musical: The Concert | DISNEY THIS DAY | November 29, 2006
On this day in 2006, High School Musical: The Concert began a six-month concert tour across North America, Argentina, Chile, Brazil, Venezuela, and Mexico. Original ‘High School Musical’ franchise cast members Vanessa Hudgens, Ashley Tisdale, Lucas Grabeel, Corbin Bleu, and Monique Coleman participated in the tour. Only Zac Efron was absent due to his filming…
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‘Zootopia 2’ Has Strong Opening and Thanksgiving at Box Office
Disney has a lot to be thankful for, as Zootopia 2 is showing strength at the box office. The animated sequel to 2016’s Zootopia opened on Wednesday with $39.5 million. Thursday saw the film bring in an additional $19.7 million, a near-record for Thanksgiving Day after Moana 2‘s $27.8 million. This sets Zootopia 2 on…
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Check Out the Disney Fine Art Black Friday Sale!
Disney Fine Art has a wide variety of beautiful Disney artwork that comes from some of the best Disney artists anywhere. Currently, it is offering a Black Friday sale that will continue through Cyber Monday. Here are the details for this savings event: To access this deal, simply visit DisneyFineArt.com. Disney Fine Art includes artwork…
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UPDATE: ‘The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular’ Arrives on YouTube Ahead of December 1st Airing on ABC and Then is Removed
Disney has released The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular on YouTube in full ahead of it airing on ABC on December 1, 2025. The program sees Derek Hough return to host the special with narration by Ginnifer Goodwin. The program includes an all-star lineup that includes Gwen Stefani, Coco Jones, Aloe Blacc, Good Charlotte,…
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Gingerbread Man – A Month of Thanksgiving
I am not a huge treats/sweets guy. I tend to prefer savory. If I were to choose between a fancy dessert and a nice steak, I’d almost always choose the nice steak. However, I do love me a good gingerbread man cookie from the Disneyland Resort. I don’t need anything fancy, I just want the…
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Disney Christmas Story | DISNEY THIS DAY | November 28, 1960
On this day in 1960, the seasonal comic strip ‘Disney Christmas Story’ first appeared in newspapers across the United States. The annual holiday serial was initially created by Frank Reilly. The story ran Monday through Saturday during the four weeks leading up to Christmas Eve and was hidden somewhere in the paper. Each year until…
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Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Has Plenty of Disney Magic
A Thanksgiving tradition that dates back around a century continued in New York City this year. The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade kicked off Thanksgiving morning and the Christmas season with the arrival of Santa Claus at the end. Santa wasn’t the only magic that was found during the parade, however. There was plenty of Disney…
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Pixar’s Andrew Stanton Reflects on Success of ‘Toy Story’ After 30 Years
30 years ago this week, Toy Story first arrived in theaters. This not only kicked off a franchise of movies based on Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and other toys. It also really kicked off a studio. This was the first time that Pixar Animation Studios made and released a full-length computer-animated feature. In fact, it was…
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Enjoy the Spirit of the Season from Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Yule Log
Happy Thanksgiving! With the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort in full swing, a new video has been released by Disney Parks. It has 8 hours of Disney magic in the form of a yule log at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. This video has the crackling fire that can be found in the lobby.…
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The Thanksgiving Promise – A Month of Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving! It’s hard to believe it, but we are already here! In my family, there is a tradition of watching a movie we once saw on TV in the late 80s. The film is called The Thanksgiving Promise. It stars Lloyd Bridges, Beau Bridges, Jordan Bridges, and Jason Bateman and was directed by Beau…
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Disney+ Releases ‘A Very Jonas Christmas Movie’ Yule Log
As the holiday season gets off to a strong start, there are lots of merry options to enjoy in the parks and on Disney+. With the arrival of A Very Jonas Christmas Movie on Disney+, a new Yule Log themed to the movie has arrived on YouTube. The Yule Log shows a beautiful Victorian-themed living…
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Buzz Lightyear Balloon | DISNEY THIS DAY | November 27, 2008
On this day in 2008, Buzz Lightyear debuted in the 82nd Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The giant balloon measured almost 68 feet long and 40 feet wide, making him the widest balloon in the parade. His helmet alone measured 17 feet across. The Buzz balloon weighed 600 pounds, required 90 handlers, and flew for…
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Kilimanjaro Safaris – A Month of Thanksgiving
When I think of things that I’m grateful for and make me happy from the realm of Disney and positive stuff, one thing pops up quite frequently. The Kilimanjaro Safaris is that thing. Ever since I first experienced it in 2008, I have been hooked on this attraction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. It has evolved…
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GUIDE: ‘Zootopia 2’ Offerings From Disney Experiences Around the World
Zootopia 2 arrives in theaters today! Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde are on a new mission when a snake is discovered in Zootopia. As this film looks to be quite popular with moviegoers, Disney Experiences has other ways to experience and connect with this story and franchise. These offerings can be found around the world.…
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INTERVIEW: Holiday Merchandise at the Disneyland Resort
The Holidays at the Disneyland Resort are underway. With this merry season comes lots of decorations, delicious culinary offerings, entertainment, characters in seasonal outfits, and some really fun merchandise! This year, the bar has been raised for holiday merchandise. This is reflected in terms of creativity, variety, and quality. In the following interview, Arielle shares…
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Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 10
Join Mr. Daps and Clocky at Disneyland as they take a look at photos of the Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse. They then go to the Adventureland Treehouse inspired by Walt Disney’s Swiss Family Robinson, and compare the photos from yesterday with the locations as they look today. Join the conversation and share your own observations and perspectives about the…
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GUIDE: Disney Movies Coming to Theaters in Winter of 2025
There are quite a few different movies coming to theaters this winter from The Walt Disney Company. They cross the range of genres, and as they do that, they come from the variety of studios owned by Disney. Already this year, Disney has passed the $4 billion mark at the global box office. This is…