Category: Disney Experiences
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Meet Thomas Kinkade Studios Artists and See Disneyland 70th Anniversary – Sleeping Beauty Castle Piece at Disneyland!
Disneyland Resort continues its Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration. As the celebration continues, there are many different special moments and things to be seen and experienced. One of these will be at Disneyana and include the Thomas Kinkade piece, Disneyland 70th Anniversary – Sleeping Beauty Castle. From September 25-28, guests can stop by Disneyana to see…
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Special Photo Ops and Magic Shots Available at Walt Disney World from Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month
From now through October 15, you can celebrate Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month with Encanto and Coco-inspired photo ops from Disney PhotoPass at Walt Disney World. There will be an Encanto Candle available near the exit of Pirates of the Caribbean at Magic Kingdom Park and at the Disney PhotoPass Studio at Disney Springs.…
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Ginger the Pumpkin Tree Arrives on Disney Treasure
A new Halloween offering has appeared on the Disney Treasure. Named Ginger, the Pumpkin Tree is the first to join a ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet. This one-of-a-kind tree is exclusive to the Disney Treasure. Inspiration Ginger brings the Grand Hall to life with glowing gourds, twinkling lights, and intricate carvings. She sets…
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Disney Photopass 101 – Everything You Need to Know About Disney Photopass at Walt Disney World Resort
Walking around Walt Disney World Resort, it is hard to miss photographers wearing bright green shirts capturing magical moments with guests from around the world. Disney Photopass photographers capture these special moments daily throughout the Most Magical Place on Earth! This is done by taking photos and taking magic shots in the parks and beyond!…
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The Perks of Walt Disney World Annual Passes
There are multiple perks to having an Annual Pass at Walt Disney World Resort. Recently, Daps Magic was invited to Walt Disney World Resort to learn about the variety of things happening this fall and during the holiday season at The Most Magical Place on Earth. Through a series of interviews, Mr. Daps learned about…
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‘The Happiest Story on Earth: 70 Years of Disneyland – A Special Edition of 20/20’ To Air on Sunday, September 21st on ABC
On Sunday, September 21, 2025, The Happiest Story on Earth: 70 Years of Disneyland – A Special Edition of 20/20 will air on ABC. This special edition of 20/20 will be broadcast as the Disneyland Resort continues to celebrate its 70th anniversary. The program will air at 8:00 PM ET on ABC. This program promises…
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The Walt Disney Legacy Award Bestowed on Magic Kingdom Piano Player Grayson Smith
There are many magical experiences to be had when visiting Walt Disney World Resort. One of these is sitting at Casey’s Corner and listening to the piano player tickle the ivories. One of the piano players who has grown in popularity in recent years is Grayson Smith. Grayson plays favorite Disney tunes, creates magical moments,…
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The Making of Mountains Explored in Newest Episode of ‘Imagineer That!’
Have you ever wondered how Walt Disney Imagineers bring Disney mountains to life? In the newest episode of Imagineer That!, Tom Morrow 2.0 explores the answer to this question. He does this with the help of Tammy Tosounian, Rockwork Design & Engineering Manager, Walt Disney Imagineering. Tammy takes Tom Morrow 2.0 through the process of…
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Westbeat Returns to Downtown Disney District in the Form of Villainous for Halloween Time
Anyone who has followed the entertainment offerings at Downtown Disney District through the years has probably seen Westbeat perform at one point or another. Through the years, they have appeared during different seasons in different outfits and singing different tunes. The a cappella group brings modern energy to songs new and old. During Halloween Time,…
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Disneyland’s Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Prohibits Loose Items
Disneyland’s Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway has updated its policy regarding loose items. Signs on the attraction now tell people that loose items must be stowed before experiencing the attraction. The new policy reads as follows: ATTENTION Secure all personal belongings prior to boarding. Hand-held or loose items, including phones, are not permitted to be…
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The Beak and Barrel Offers New Immersive Pirates of the Caribbean Experience
The Beak and Barrel is now open at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. Guests who are able to snag a reservation for this Pirates of the Caribbean-themed pub can now experience what it is like to be a Disney pirate. This new pub is found in Adventureland at Magic Kingdom, and a scroll and a…
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3 Exciting New Things at Walt Disney World in the Fall of 2025!
Walt Disney World Resort always has exciting things for guests to experience. In the fall of 2025, 3 new things are adding to the excitement of a trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth! Last week, Daps Magic had the opportunity to sit down with representatives from Walt Disney World Resort to learn about…
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Hong Kong Disneyland Celebrates 20th Anniversary
On September 12, 2005, Hong Kong Disneyland opened its gates to guests for the first time. Fast forward two decades, and the park has grown with new lands and attractions, an expanded castle, and new incredible entertainment throughout the day and night. As it reached this milestone, The Walt Disney Company looked at the anniversary…
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Walt Disney World’s Water Parks Brings Extra Pixie Dust to Disney Experience
It is very easy to overlook the water parks at Walt Disney World Resort. With the four main theme parks often being the primary focus of guests visiting The Most Magical Place on Earth, sometimes Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon and Disney’s Blizzard Beach don’t get the attention they deserve. During two recent media events at Walt…
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New ‘Monsters, Inc.’ Stage Show Heading to Hong Kong Disneyland
As Hong Kong Disneyland celebrates its 20th anniversary, some exciting announcements and details are being shared. This includes the new Wayfinders’ Table Moana-themed restaurant, details about the new Spider-Man attraction, and a new stage show that is based on Monsters, Inc. The new stage show promises to use new technology to make it incredibly immersive.…
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New Concept Art Revealed for Hong Kong Disneyland’s Spider-Man Attraction
As Hong Kong Disneyland celebrates its 20th anniversary, some exciting new announcements have come out. For fans of Moana, the new Wayfinders’ Table has arrived. For fans of Spider-Man, new concept art has been revealed for the new attraction based on the webslinger. A post on social media shared new images of the attraction, both…
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Take a Look at Wayfinders’ Table at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort
Wayfinders’ Table at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort opened on September 12, 2025, the 20th anniversary of this park. It brings the flavors of Oceania to life for fans of Moana looking for a bite to eat. This includes Voyagers’ Chicken Naan Pizza, Massaman Prawn Curry with Signature Rice, and Seafood Laksa Souple Noodle. The restaurant is designed…
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VIDEO: Test Track 3.0 at EPCOT
Test Track is once again open at EPCOT. After the third iteration of this attraction opened at Walt Disney World Resort this summer, people have been talking about what a great job Walt Disney Imagineering did with this attraction. During a recent trip to Walt Disney World Resort for Destination D23 – A Journey Around…
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D23 Spotlight Series Continues at Walt Disney World with “A Spooktacular Spotlight”
D23 is inviting its Gold Members and ghouls galore to its next D23 Spotlight Series — D23’s Spooktacular Spotlight — in Orlando on Sunday, October 12, 2025. Guests will start the day with an early stroll through Disney’s Hollywood Studios, where they’ll enjoy an exclusive showing of Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After before the park opens. Then,…
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The Lucky Nugget Saloon Becomes The Unlucky Nugget Saloon at Disneyland Paris for Disney Halloween Festival
The Disney Halloween Festival begins at Disneyland Paris on October 1, 2025, and continues to November 2, 2025. This takeover of Disneyland Paris, of all that is Halloween, will include incredible entertainment, characters (including Disney villains), merchandise, food, and the transformation of The Lucky Nugget Saloon. For the Disney Halloween Festival, this location will be…
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D23 Gold Members Can Get a $5 Mangonada + 10% off at Pepe by José Andrés in Disney Springs
D23 has announced a new Gold Members offer for those visiting Disney Springs. The offer allows for a $5 Mangonada + 10% off at Pepe by José Andrés. To access this deal, simply present your D23 Gold Membership card and let your server know upon check-in. About Pepe by José Andrés Pepe by José Andrés…
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The Little Mermaid Float Smokes During Disney’s Paint the Night Parade at Disneyland
An issue with The Little Mermaid float in Disney’s Paint the Night Parade on Wednesday night saw it surrounded in smoke. Multiple people on social media shared photos and videos of the disabled float from Disneyland. According to those who were there, the float broke down during the first performance of the night as the…
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Walt Disney World Resort Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
From September 15 through October 15, 2025, Walt Disney World Resort will be celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. This celebration can be found in the four theme parks, the Resorts collection, Disney Springs, and beyond. Last week, Daps Magic had the opportunity to interview Walt Disney World Representative Caris about some of the ways that Hispanic…
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Disney Adventure Maiden Voyage Delayed to March 2026
The Disney Adventure’s maiden voyage has been delayed. Originally scheduled for December 15, 2025, the maiden voyage will now be March 10, 20256 in Singapore. Guests who were originally booked on the maiden voyage and impacted sailings between December 15th and March 12th have been notified by the Disney Cruise Line. Joe Schlott, President of…