Category: DAPs Magic News
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Fun Guide From Disney Parks For Costumes
With the Halloween season upon the Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort, the question comes up about costumes. What is okay and what is not? The Disney Parks Blog has released a guide and video to both tell and show what appropriate costumes are. Below are some guidelines straight from the Disney Parks website,…
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Coca Cola Polar Bear Will Make Appearances At Disney Springs
Disney Springs will soon have a new resident. But, you may be asking: “What is the Coca Cola Polar Bear?” Well, it’s just as it sounds. It’s a seven foot tall Coca Cola mascot that we often see in advertisements during the holiday season. Disney Parks Blog has announced that this lovable character will be…
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House of Blues To Be Demolished At Downtown Disney
A permit was filed with the city of Anaheim to demolish the House of Blues building at Downtown Disney, according to OC Register. The request still needs to be approved, but Disney has confirmed that they wish to tear down the building that the restaurant and concert venue was once in. A basement level will…
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New Holiday Offerings At Disneyland Resort This Year
Disney Parks Blog has announced that there will be some new additions to the traditional Christmastime shows and attractions this year. Starting November 10, the Resort will be decked out in decoration, like the Winter Castle that will appear on Sleeping Beauty Castle. A Christmas Fantasy Parade, it’s a small world holiday, and Haunted Mansion…
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MAC Cosmetics celebrates Star Trek 50th Anniversary
September 1st, M.A.C Cosmetics officially launched their collaboration with Star Trek as Trekkies and makeup lovers (including myself) rejoiced. From September 9th through the 11th, M.A.C held an event at the Los Cerritos Center to celebrate not only the release of the collection, but also the 50th anniversary of Star Trek. Within seconds of entering…
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Marvel Comics News Digest 9/5 – 9/9/16
Alias Investigations is Reopened in Your First Look at JESSICA JONES #1! New York, NY—September 7th, 2016 —That’s right, she’s back after a decade! This October, she returns to the fold for an all-new ongoing series as the highly anticipated JESSICA JONES #1 explodes onto the scene as part of Marvel NOW! From the original…
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It’s Halloween Time At Disneyland! – A Look At Tower of Terror, Haunted Mansion Holiday, And More
Halloween has hit the Disneyland Resort and there are quite a few offerings this year for the occasion. Even the traditional attractions and characters have a new spin on their classic ways this year… Old Haunts Among the things to do for Halloween Time at Disneyland, Ghost Galaxy has become a staple. This year is…
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Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Coming to Hollywood Bowl for Halloween!
Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas is coming to the Hollywood Bowl for Halloween. On October 29th and 30th, this classic Halloween film will be get the full live orchestra treatment with special vocal guests that include Catherine O’Hara as Sally, Ken Page as Oogie Boogie, and Paul Reubens as Lock. This special screening will also include…
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Halloween Food And Treats At Disneyland Now Available
It’s Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort! And the Disney Parks Blog has released a list of available food items and treats for purchase. Some of the highlights include Ice Cream Nachos at Golden Horseshoe, a Pulled Pork Dog at the Hungry Bear Restaurant, and a specialty drink called This Chilling Challenge that comes in…
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Top 5 Can’t Miss Experiences During Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort
Halloween Time has arrived at the Disneyland Resort. Happy haunts take over the Disneyland Resort through October 31st and with it comes a lot of fun experiences that should not be missed. Here are 5 of my favorite Halloween Time experiences at the Disneyland Resort: 1. Eat a Caramel Apple Walk down Main Street, USA…
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Updated Castle Show and March Down Main Street Comes to Disneyland
Disneyland has updated the Castle Show and March Down Main Street, USA. The daily show features the Disneyland Band, characters, and often the Dapper Dans. The new performance remains mostly the same as what was unveiled during the Diamond Celebration. The main change occurs in front of Main Street Station for the song that is…
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Ghost Town Alive Last Day Recap
Ghost Town Alive was the summer long event that celebrated the 75th anniversary of Knott’s Berry Farm’s Ghost Town. Guests could visit residents of Ghost Town daily, also partaking in some of the Calico town’s festivities. There was a greater story to the celebration where the Mayfield gang – a group of bandits – are…
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Disneyland’s Diamond Celebration: Looking Back at the Beginning
The Disneyland Resort’s 60th Diamond Anniversary is reaching its conclusion. For the last 15 months, the Diamond Celebration has dazzled the Disneyland Resort with new entertainment, decorations, merchandise, and even food! Most importantly, it has made dazzling memories for the countless guests that have come through its gates during this special celebration. As we have…
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Disneyland Half Marathon, Gaston, and Jasmine – Sundays With DAPs
In this update on some of the goings on of the Disneyland park we take a look at the 2016 Disneyland Half Marathon. The theme was “duos” where a pair of characters were the focus of each race. The pair for the 5K was Big Al and Liver Lips from the Country Bears. For the…
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Disneyland Resort Donates $4.4 Million+ to Local Nonprofits During Diamond Celebration
As the Disneyland Resort’s successful 60th Anniversary Diamond Celebration comes to a close, there is much to look back upon. From the entertainment, to the special merchandise, to even the decorations and more, guests can surely say they stepped into the magic. On September 5, the Diamond Celebration will come to an end. In addition…
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Marvel Comics News Digest 8/29 – 9/2/16
This week the teased MU was unveiled to be a revival series of Monsters Unleashed. There’s a buy one get one free sale for Marvel.com. And a look at “Going Rogue” and Civil War II #5. Monsters Unleashed! MARVEL COMICS’ BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE SALE STARTS TODAY! *Offer expires 9/5/16 at 11:59 PM…
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Enter Thrawn – Meet the Newest Villain on Star Wars Rebels
Longtime fans of Star Wars who have gotten into the extended universe already are quite aware of who Thrawn is. However, for those who didn’t go beyond movies or television shows, Thrawn is a new character that is being thrown into the lives of the crew of the Ghost in Star Wars Rebels. The first…
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When and When Not To Visit Disneyland
You have been itching to go to Disneyland. You’re making plans to take vacation time to go. But, there’s one question that you have in your mind. Will it be busy at the parks? The question is on a lot of people’s minds. When is it and not going to be busy at Disneyland and…
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New Disney California Adventure Only Annual Pass On Sale At Costco
OC Register has divulged information that Costco has begun selling Disney California Adventure annual passes as of today. The $330 pass has 60 blockout dates, and carries the 10% discount off food and merchandise that some of the other annual passes do. It also comes with an exclusive collector’s pin. The pass will be on…
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Disneyland Announces 2017-2018 Ambassadors
Walt Disney started an ambassador program in 1965 and the program continues to this day at the Disneyland Resort. Disneyland Ambassadors are selected to represent the Resort in various activities in the community, host VIP’s, be at various events, among other responsibilities. Disney Parks Blog has announced that Mikey Trujillo and Alexa Garcia will be the…
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Take a Look at a Sneak Peek of Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast”
Beauty and the Beast will be coming to theaters on March 17, 2017. Before that release however, the original animated classic will be re-released on Digital HD and Blu-Ray. As part of the BEAUTY AND THE BEAST 25TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION release, special bonus features will give a sneak peek at the new live-action adaptation of the…
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Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend Returns this September 1-4
This weekend, the Disneyland Resort returns with another fun-filled runDisney event. The Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend, presented by Cigna, will feature a variety of races for all to enjoy. Whether you are a kid or a kid at heart, this event will surely create life-long memories. Get set to double your running fun in the…
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Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire To Have Fall Finale
At Magic Kingdom, Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire premiered this year to delights guests at the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World. Disney Parks Blog announced today that a special Fall finale will be added this weekend to the show. The show takes place in front of Cinderella’s Castle, and will have a new song to…
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Last Day of Tower of Terror and Special Version Announced
The Tower of Terror will be replaced with Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout next year. Disney Parks Blog announced the last day to ride the Twilight Zone attraction today. January 2nd, 2017 will be the last day to go to the 5th Dimension. Before then, starting September 9 to October 31 for Halloween Time,…