Category: Disneyland Resort
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Galaxy’s Edge Model Lands at Star Wars Launch Bay in Disneyland
At Tomorrowland’s Star Wars Launch Bay in Disneyland, a part of the Galaxy’s Edge model has taken up residence. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will be the new themed land at Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The full model was on display at the D23 Expo. This section in Launch Bay looks like the right most…
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Small Fire Erupts in Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort
Tonight a small fire erupted in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort. The fire appeared within the construction area for the new Splitsville Luxury Lanes that are being built in Downtown Disney. This is right next to Build-A-Bear Workshop. The area was quickly cleared and the fire was put out. A Disneyland Resort…
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Food & Wine Festival to Return to Disneyland Resort in 2018 With Even More to Savor
Food & Wine Festival is returning and is bigger than ever! The food festival will run for 6 weeks at Disney California Adventure Park from March 2 to April 12, 2018, giving guests more time to sip and savor every last bit! The festival will feature over a dozen California-inspired booths, and give guests an…
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Pixar Play Parade Updates Unveiled as Disney Parks Blog Celebrates 12 Days of Disney Parks Christmas
Today the Disney Parks Blog kicked off its 12 Days of Disney Parks Christmas with announcements about Pixar Play Parade coming to Disneyland. When the parade arrives at Disneyland on April 13, 2017 it will have some new Pixar elements added to it. Pixar’s Luxo Lamp and Ball Just like the beginning of every Pixar…
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#ShareYourEars and Support Make-A-Wish!
This holiday season you can help support Make-A-Wish via social media. Disney Parks is donating $5 to Make-A-Wish®, up to $1 million, for each photo taken and shareed on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram with people wearing “Mickey Ears” – or any fun, creative ears – with the hashtag #ShareYourEars. This will continue until Christmas Day on…
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The History of the Candlelight Processional at Disneyland
Talk to the thousands in attendance of the Candlelight Ceremony at Disneyland on the first weekend of December and many will say that Candlelight is the start of their Christmas season. Every year as the DAPs Magic team waits for this special event similar sentiments are heard. For many also, the Candlelight Ceremony is a…
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Chris Hemsworth To Narrate Disneyland’s Candlelight Processional
Just moments ago fans cheered as Chris Hemsworth took to the stage to prepare for tonight’s Candlelight Processional at Disneyland. The actor, known for his role as Thor in the Marvel Studios movies, will be joining the choir, orchestra, and special musicians for the telling of the story of Christmas. What do you think of…
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Instagram’s Most Photographed Place on Earth is Disneyland!
The happiest place on Earth is also the most instagrammed place on Earth! Instagram has shared its most popular photo locations from around the world and in 2017 Disneyland is at the top of that list. The following is the list of ten most instagrammed locations around the world in 2017: Disneyland (Anaheim, US) Times…
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Smokejumpers Grill Reimagines Menu at Disney California Adventure Park
Smokejumpers Grill in Disney California Adventure Park has an exciting new menu! The quick-service location have added new sides, desserts, and even new vegetarian options! The first big overhaul on the menu was the burgers! The bacon cheeseburger now has American cheese, and an all new sauce; and the Campfire Chili Cheeseburger now has Jack…
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Holiday Harmony Brings Extra Joy to Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort
The Downtown Disney District is a magical place to be during the holiday season at the Disneyland Resort. There are giant ornament decorations to be found throughout Downtown Disney, Christmas Trees, and holiday entertainment! One of the groups entertaining the guests to Downtown Disney is a group called Holiday Harmony. Made up of the singers…
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Six Reasons to Stay at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort During the Holidays
Holidays at the Disneyland Resort is one of the most enchanting times to visit the theme parks, and also stay at one of the three on-property hotels. Here are six reasons to enjoy the holidays at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort: Christmas Trees, Décor and More:The Craftsman-inspired décor at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa…
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World of Color – Season of Light – A Beautiful Night Offering at the Disneyland Resort
World of Color – Season of Light is the newest holiday version of World of Color to come to the Disneyland Resort. It is now in its second year running and it is as beautiful as ever. It is a celebration of lots of different traditions during this time of year. The show combines music,…
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Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Bob Chapek in Contention to Succeed Bob Iger as Walt Disney Company CEO
In 2019 Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger is set to step down. Recently Iger confirmed his intention to retire. This has left both the business and Disney communities speculating about who is replacement would be. With under two years to go until Iger retires, the transition would need to get underway to set up a…
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Sunday Spotlight: it’s a small world holiday at Disneyland
There are so many beautiful things to experience at Disneyland during the holiday season. A favorite of many is it’s a small world holiday. This holiday take on a classic attraction couples the original music and theme with spirit of the season. This means that Jingle Bells and Deck the Halls are added along with…
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Disney Parks and Superstars to Light Up ABC’s Primetime Special ‘The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration’ Nov. 30
Merry holiday moments from Disney theme parks around the world and a star-studded cast of entertainers will launch a “25 Days of Christmas” countdown when “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration” airs Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017, from 9:00–11:00 p.m. EST on The ABC Television Network. The magical two-hour event will be hosted by Emmy® Award-winner Julianne Hough, multiplatinum…
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Meet Black Panther in Disney California Adventure at Disneyland Resort!
The king of Wakanda himself is coming to the Disneyland Resort. In 2018, Black Panther will be coming to meet guests in Disney California Adventure. This will give guests a chance to go and explore the advanced nation of Wakanda and meet Black Panther. This comes as the movie of the same name comes to…
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Festival of Holidays Merchandise Round-Up
With the Holidays back at the Disneyland Resort, Disney California Adventure has seen the return of Festival of Holidays. This years Food and Wine Festival proved to be very popular, and this seasons festival is so far, just as much of a hit. While the main stars are the food and drinks (which are great,…
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Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular Fireworks at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
On a recent trip to Walt Disney World I had the opportunity to experience some of the Star Wars offerings at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. One of these offerings is Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular Fireworks. This fireworks spectacular is almost like a pyrotechnic version of The Path of the Jedi that is currently found in…
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Lunar New Year Festival Returning to Disney California Adventure in 2018
The Lunar New Year Festival will be celebrating the Year of the Dog when it returns to Disney California Adventure on January 26, 2018. The festival will include characters, food, entertainment, activities and more. The Disney Parks Blog released a list of offerings that will be available this year for the Lunar New Year Festival:…
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Hand-Pulled Candy Canes 2017 Dates Announced for Disneyland Resort
The hand-pulled candy canes are a beloved Disneyland Resort tradition, and the dates have been announced for another year! For those unfamiliar, every holiday season, the Disneyland bakeries will make fresh candy canes that are much larger than the normal candies available for purchase. There are limited wristbands handed out to guests who seek out…
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Phat Cat Swinger Jazz Up The Night at Disney California Adventure With Holiday Music
The holidays are upon the Disneyland Resort and if you want to get into the spirit of the season in a jazzy way, stop by the Festival of Holidays in Disney California Adventure and check out Phat Cat Swinger. They play every weekend offering an energetic set of Christmas magic to those in attendance. The…
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Top Tips For Surviving the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort
The holidays are in full swing at the Disneyland Resort and the most hectic time of the year has arrived! While the magic rolls out, crowds descend on the park like no other time of the year. Here are our most helpful tips, compiled from years of holiday experience! For Vacationers Stay Close to the…
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Disneyland Suspends Southern California Annual Pass
The Disneyland Resort has suspended the Southern California annual pass. This pass, which was $469, no longer appeared on the Disneyland.com website as of Monday November 20, 2017. This annual pass has been incredibly popular to locals. Generally the days when all passes were not blocked have been incredibly busy at the Disneyland Resort. Here…
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Sunday Spotlight: Animazement – The Musical
Animazement – The Musical was a show that was previously performed at the Fantasyland Theater. This was a fan favorite for several years at Disneyland before its final performance on October 28, 2001. The show featured musical moments from Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, Lion King, Pocahontas, and The Hunchback of Notre Dame. The show…