Category: Disney Experiences
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Voices of Liberty Give Special Performances for Labor Day at EPCOT
On September 1, 2025, the Voices of Liberty at the America Pavilion at EPCOT gave special performances throughout the day for Labor Day. The performances were similar to other days with added flourishes for the special day. This included some unique lighting throughout the day. The vocal ensemble also doubled up for the final song…
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Closing Date For DINOSAUR at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Revealed
Just a day after the closure of The Boneyard at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, the closing date of DINOSAUR was revealed. On the Walt Disney World website, the following announcement can now be found: The last day to experience DINOSAUR is February 1. The attraction will close permanently on February 2 to make way for Tropical…
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The Boneyard Closes at Disney’s Animal Kingdom as Area Transforms to Tropical Americas
Another step in the trek for DinoLand to extinction has been made. The Boneyard play area closed after being open for operations on Monday, September 1, 2025. This was an open-air play area that was designed to look like a dinosaur dig site at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Soon, it will be a part of the…
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Walt Disney Imagineering Releases Trailer for Episode 5 of ‘We Call It Imagineering’
We Call It Imagineering is a new series that is now available on the Walt Disney Imagineering YouTube channel. This series takes a look at the various things that Walt Disney Imagineering does and answers some questions about this traditionally (but not so much anymore) secretive wing of Disney. Already, four episodes have been released…
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Disney Destiny to Offer Adventurous Drinks
When the Disney Destiny takes to sea later this fall, it will be full of adventures that celebrate the theme of heroes and villains. This theme won’t just found in shows and decorations. It will carry on into the various culinary experiences found on this beautiful ship. Some of these culinary experiences will include some…
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New Novelty Items for Disney Parks and Disney Cruise Line Revealed at Destination D23
There was a lot of exciting things that were shared throughout the weekend at Destination D23. This included a look at the upcoming Villains-Themed Land, a new paint-schemed for Cinderella Castle, Walt Disney coming to Carousel of Progress, and more. During a panel that was focused on Disney Eats with Keith from the Tri-Guys, a…
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Disney Shares About ‘Conjured Architecture’ for Upcoming Villains-Themed Land
Over the weekend at Destination D23, a new term was introduced to the world. This new term is called “Conjured Architecture.” It came out of research trips to Europe by Walt Disney Imagineers as they sought out inspiration for the upcoming Villains-Themed Land. During their trips, the Imagineers began to identify similarities between magical, fluid,…
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Disney Legend Andreas Deja Consulting on Villains-Themed Land at Magic Kingdom
There were a lot of fun things that came out of Destination D23 this last weekend. One of them revolved around the upcoming Villains-Themed Land that will be created in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort. During a panel on this upcoming land, it was confirmed that Disney Legend and former Walt Disney…
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Color Palette Updates Coming to Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom
Castles are an important part of the Disneyland-style theme parks, with the first being Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland in 1955. 16 years later in 1971, Cinderella Castle would open at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World. It would be replicated for Tokyo Disneyland in 1983. The next Disney castle, Le Château de la…
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’40 Pounds of Trouble’ (1962) - Disney on Location
It is hard to believe that it was not until 1962 that Disneyland finally appeared on the big screen in a feature film. There had been short subjects and various appearances in television productions, but it was this comedy that brought the first film crews to the Happiest Place on Earth. Some may wonder how…
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Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration Activations – Another Way to Experience Disneyland
There are a lot of different ways to enjoy a day at the Disneyland Resort. As The Happiest Place on Earth continues to celebrate its 70th anniversary, there are some unique offerings to be found. One of these experiences includes a series of activations that can be enjoyed with the use of a MagicBand+. Guests…
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Trailer Revealed for New “Disneyland Handcrafted” Leslie Iwerks Documentary Coming This Winter
There are Disneyland fans that love the early history of the park from concept to development. Many fans know that those concepts, photos, and even video from the early days of planning and construction are out there. The “Creating The Happiest Place on Earth” panel at Destination D23 provided fans with an emotional look at…
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New Concept Art Revealed for Napa Rose at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel
More exciting news was revealed during Destination D23 at Walt Disney World as Disneyland Resort culinary director John State unveiled a never-before-seen artist concept rendering of the enhanced patio space from Napa Rose at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, which is currently closed for an exciting renovation. The renovation was originally announced in January. Fans…
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Walt Disney Audio-Animatronics Figure Coming to the Carousel of Progress at Magic Kingdom
Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress has been a fan-favorite attraction since the 1964-65 New York World’s Fair. It moved to Disneyland, and then opened at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World in January 1975. Following a dream with mind and heart against all odds, Walt Disney revealed Disneyland to the world on July 17, 1955,…
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A Halloween Time Wish – Bald Mountain Night Club
As Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort continues for the spooky season in 2025, there are plenty of different things to experience in the parks and beyond. The entertainment includes the return of Halloween Screams, the Mickey & Friends Halloween Time Cavalcade, and more. This doesn’t include the incredible offerings that guests experience during the…
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“Tron: Ares” Overlay Announced for TRON Attractions
Beginning September 15 at Magic Kingdom Park and September 16 at Shanghai Disneyland, you will be able to step into the digital frontier with TRON Lightcycle / Run as you launch into a Tron: Ares version of the high-speed, adrenaline-pumping ride that bends reality into the video game world. Yvette Nicole Brown announced during the Walt Disney Studios…
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VIDEO: Voices of Disney Princesses Take to Stage in Front of Sleeping Beauty Castle for World Princess Week
Disney is celebrating World Princess Week this week. As part of the celebration, multiple voices of Disney Princesses took to a stage in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle for a very special concert. The concert was described by Disney as follows: Disney Princess Concert: Celebrating 70 Years of Disneyland featuring admired Disney Princess voice talent such…
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Dining Reservations For Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Coming Soon
Halloween season may have just begun, but it’s never too early to think about the upcoming holiday season. If you are planning to visit Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, there’s some great news for you. You can savor the holiday season with Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Dessert Party…
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Beautiful Tribute to Día de los Muertos Returns to Disneyland’s El Zócalo Park in Frontierland
It’s an exciting time of year to visit the Disneyland Resort. Halloween Time and Plaza de la Familia are celebrating the season. In Frontierland, the Halloween Tree has returned along with a Día de los Muertos tribute in Frontierland’s El Zócalo Park. The tribute includes Skelton figurines, brightly colored flowers, and other seasonally appropriate decorative…
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Halloween Tree Returns to Frontierland at Disneyland
A Halloween icon has returned to Frontierland at Disneyland. Since 2007, this tree has been lighting up the night in Frontierland with its orange glow. Inspired by Ray Bradbury’s book of the same name, it was dedicated on the 35th anniversary of the book. The tree, just like the one in the book, is covered…
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Disneyland Paris Gives Behind-The-Scenes Look at Disney Davy Crockett Ranch Cabins Ahead of Opening
Disneyland Paris has revealed a behind the scenes look at Disney Davy Crockett Ranch. This comes just days ahead of the opening of these new cabins starting on September 1, 2025. Below is a look at what Disneyland Paris shared about these new cabins. What do you think of what you are seeing of these…
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Check Out the Plaza de la Familia Merchandise This Year at Disney California Adventure!
Plaza de la Familia can be found in Disney California Adventure from now through November 2nd. This celebration of the bonds of family has entertainment, delicious food, and some beautiful merchandise. At a recent media event for Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort and Plaza de la Familia, Daps Magic had the opportunity to get…
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New Moana Window Appears on Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland
A new window that brings to life the story of Moana has appeared on Main Street, U.S.A. It is in the window formerly the home to Peter Pan. It joins a new Zootopia-themed window on Main Street ahead of the arrival of Zootopia 2 later this year. The new window has icons that will be…
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Longest Serving Cast Member Honored With Walt Disney Legacy Award
Cast Members at Disney Parks are among the best in terms of guest service, interaction, friendliness, and enthusiasm. It takes a special person to be a Disney Cast Member. Every day, Disney Cast Members celebrate milestones, special moments, and anniversaries. One such Cast Member is Hank, the beloved Disneyland Resort firefighter and the current longest-standing…