Category: Disney This Day
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Donald Duck | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 14, 1939
On this day in 1939, the New York World’s Fair celebrated Donald Duck Day.
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Walt Disney World Resort | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 13, 2004
On this day in 2004, Hurricane Charley hit Central Florida and the Walt Disney World Resort.
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Haunted Mansion | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 12, 1969
On this day in 1969, the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland hosted a grand opening to the public.
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Orphan’s Benefit | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 11, 1934
On this day in 1934, the cartoon ‘Orphan’s Benefit’ was released.
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I Am Groot | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 10, 2022
On this day in 2022, the animated series of six shorts ‘I Am Groot’ debuted on Disney+.
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Haunted Mansion | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 9, 2009
On this day in 2009, on the 40th anniversary of the Haunted Mansion’s opening at Disneyland, a family spent the night inside the attraction!
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TaleSpin | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 8, 1991
On this day in 1991, the 65th and final episode of ‘TaleSpin’ aired on the Disney Channel.
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The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 7, 2004
On this day in 2004, ‘The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement’ had its World Premiere at the Disneyland Resort.
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Disney Magic | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 6, 2010
On this day in 2010, the Disney Magic cruise ship rescued 18 people who were lost at sea.
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Disney Dream Desk PC | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 5, 2004
On this day in 2004, the Disney Dream Desk PC was revealed.
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Hans Christian Andersen | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 4, 1875
On this day in 1875, fairy tale writer Hans Christian Andersen sadly passed away. His literary works have lived on and become famous around the world, with several being adapted by Disney. ‘The Little Mermaid’ kicked off the Disney Renaissance. The global sensations ‘Frozen’ and ‘Frozen II’ were based on ‘The Snow Queen.’ ‘The Ugly…
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DuckTales the Movie: Treasure of the Lost Lamp | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 3, 1990
On this day in 1990, ‘DuckTales the Movie: Treasure of the Lost Lamp’ was released in theaters. Scrooge McDuck goes on an expedition to Egypt with Huey, Dewey, Louie, Webby, and Launchpad McQuack. They search for the lost treasure of Collie Baba, but find more than they bargained for! ‘DuckTales the Movie’ was Disney’s first…
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Main Street Electrical Parade | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 2, 2019
On this day in 2019, the Main Street Electrical Parade returned to the Disneyland Resort for a limited run of just two months. It was the fifth time the parade kicked off in Anaheim. The original version was presented at Disneyland from 1972-1996. The run in 2019 would be the final time that the “To…
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Chuck Keehne | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 1, 1914
On this day in 1914, expert costumer Chuck Keehne was born.
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Sunkist Citrus House | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 31, 1960
On this day in 1960, the Sunkist Citrus House opened on Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland.
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Flowers and Trees | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 30, 1932
On this day in 1932, the Silly Symphony cartoon ‘Flowers and Trees’ was released.
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Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 29, 1999
On this day in 1999, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith opened at Disney-MGM Studios with an exclusive party.
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Turner & Hooch | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 28, 1989
On this day in 1989, ‘Turner & Hooch’ was released by Touchstone Pictures.
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20th Century Fox | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 28, 2018
On this day in 2018, shareholders of Disney and 20th Century Fox each voted to merge the companies.
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Sandra Bullock | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 26, 1964
On this day in 1964, actress and producer Sandra Bullock was born.
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The Enchanted Tiki Room: Stitch Presents Aloha E Komo Mai! | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 25, 2008
On this day in 2008, “The Enchanted Tiki Room: Stitch Presents Aloha E Komo Mai!” opened at Tokyo Disneyland. The four Audio Animatronic Birds of Paradise begin their tropical musical, but soon realize that someone is interfering. They are scared that it’s the Big Kahuna, the leader of the Enchanted Tikis, but soon find out…
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Johnny Tsunami | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 24, 1999
On this day in 1999, the Disney Channel Original Movie ‘Johnny Tsunami’ was released. It follows surfer Johnny K. as he moves from an idyllic life in Hawaii with his beloved grandfather to snowy Vermont. Putting his surfing skills to good use, Johnny learns to snowboard, a skill that will help him compete for the…
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Inspector Gadget | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 23, 1999
On this day in 1999, the live-action ‘Inspector Gadget’ film was released. Starring Matthew Broderick, Rupert Everett, and Joely Fisher, the film was loosely based on the animated ‘Inspector Gadget’ series from the 1980s. John Brown, a bumbling but well-meaning security guard, becomes Inspector Gadget after being injured in an explosion. He is transformed into…