Category: Disneyland Resort
-
Sunday Spotlight: Jake the Droid
Jake the Droid (officially J4-K3) was a friendly and inquisitive droid that was occasionally be found in Tomorrowland at Disneyland. He was (or perhaps still is) a prototype droid. Basically this means he was still under development. When he appeared at Disneyland, he was always learning and growing, and loved to interact with guests. Jake…
-
Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill & Patio is a Culinary Celebration of Two Coasts
The Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill & Patio at the Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort recently underwent a fairly substantial renovation. Guests walking through the Downtown Disney District could see the changes happening as it transformed to its new vibrant look. The transformation wasn’t just happening on the outside, however. This restaurant also saw a transformation…
-
Disney Releases Video Teasing Villains for Oogie Boogie Bash
Oogie Boogie Bash will be kicking off its Halloween season run on September 5, 2023. Ahead of its arrival, Disney has released a video teasing two villains that will be making appearances at Disney California Adventure’s Halloween party this year. The video seems to indicate two fairly iconic villains from two very different eras of…
-
New Video Highlights Details of Tiana’s Palace at Disneyland
A new video released by Disney today shows off the details of Tiana’s Palace ahead of its opening in New Orleans Square at Disneyland on September 7, 2023. This comes after Daps Magic and other members of the media were given a preview of the menu that will be offered at the location (read about…
-
Disneyland Resort Updates Early Entry Policy
The Disneyland Resort is updating its Early Entry starting in January 2024. Currently the process allows for guests at one of the Disneyland Resort hotels to enter Disneyland or Disney California Adventure 30 minutes before the official opening of each park. However, starting on January 20, only one park will be allowing access to the…
-
Disney Highlights Five Cast Members As It Celebrates Five Years of Disney Aspire
The Disney Aspire program is celebrating five years of helping Cast Members achieve educational goals and to better themselves. Since 2018, Disney Aspire has been providing 100% of tuition for eligible employees across the company. The catalog of program and degree offerings continues to grow and evolve as time moves on. Currently it includes over…
-
CHOC Walk in the Park Through the Lenses of Team Daps Magic
On Sunday August 20, 2023, thousands of supporters of CHOC (Children’s Hospital of Orange County) headed to the Disneyland Resort for the return of the CHOC Walk in the Park. The last CHOC Walk in the Park was in 2019, before the pandemic. Since then, the CHOC Walk went digital and then last year became…
-
Ahsoka Tano Makes First Appearance in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland
In the early afternoon of August 23, 2023, Ahsoka Tano made her first appearance at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland. Her arrival comes a day after the new Star Wars series Ahsoka arrived on Disney+. Ahead of her arrival, a small crowd gathered in anticipation of meeting Ahsoka Tano. At 1:40 PM, she made…
-
Tiana’s Palace Takes an Authentic Approach to Culinary Storytelling at the Disneyland Resort
Tiana’s Palace officially opens on September 7, 2023. When it does, guests will get to taste Tiana’s take on authentic food from her hometown of New Orleans. Members of the media were able to get a preview of what that menu will be like ahead of the official opening of Tiana’s Palace in New Orleans…
-
Make a Wish and Do as Dreamers Do – The Story of How Make-A-Wish Inspired a Kid to Become a Cast Member
If you met Dylan Cazin today, you would meet a Cast Member who has a love of Disney and a love of sharing the magic. At first glance, Dylan is a happy Cast Member who is one of the thousands of Cast Members at the Disneyland Resort. His story, however, shows a much deeper motivation…
-
World Princess Week Brings Delicious Treats to Disney Parks Worldwide
In case you missed the royal decree, World Princess Week is here! Between August 20-26, 2023, the Disney Parks and Resorts around the world are celebrating our favorite noble heroines and their inspiring stories. Returning for the occasion this year are a bevy of luscious sweet treats and special snacks. Whether your foodie fancy is…
-
Plaza de la Familia Foodie Guide Released Ahead of September 1st Kickoff at Disneyland Resort
On September 1st, the Plaza de la Familia will be returning to the Disneyland Resort. Specifically in Disney California Adventure, Plaza de la Familia is a joyous celebration that embraces the bonds of families and also gives a taste of Día de los Muertos. It runs from September 1st through November 2nd, 2023. During this…
-
VIDEO: Tropical Storm Hilary Descends on Disneyland Resort
The Happiest Place on Earth was one of the wettest places on Earth on Sunday, August 20, 2023. With the arrival of Tropical Storm Hilary, the entirety of Southern California received a deluge of water throughout the day. Tropical Storm Hilary brought 2.1 inches of rain (according to the Apple Weather App) around Disneyland. Despite…
-
Disneyland Resort is Closing Parks Early on Sunday, August 20th Due to Hurricane Hilary
Ahead of the arrival of what is expected to be a Tropical Storm Hilary, the Disneyland Resort has announced that it will be closing its parks early on Sunday, August 20, 2023. The news comes as Hurricane Hilary continues to come closer to California. Southern California is currently under a Tropical Storm Warning. On Sunday,…
-
First Ever Tropical Storm Warning Issued for Disneyland Resort Area
The first-ever Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for Southern California, including the area surrounding the Disneyland Resort. This comes as Hurricane Hilary continues to make its way closer to California. A Tropical Storm Warning means that within 36 hours it is expected that the area will have winds from winds of 39 to 73…
-
Southern California, Including Disneyland Resort, Now Under Tropical Storm Watch
The area around the Disneyland Resort is now under a Tropical Storm Watch, a first for California, as Hurricane Hilary continues to moves closer to California. While the storm is a hurricane currently, it is projected to be a tropical storm by the time it hits Southern California. This will be unlike anything that most…
-
Mirror Mickey-shaped Sipper Coming to Disneyland Resort for Magic Key Holders
Disneyland Resort Magic Key Holders are constantly on the lookout for new merchandise and novelty items, especially when they are exclusive to Magic Key Holders. Beginning Tuesday, August 22, Magic Key Holders can purchase a limited Magic Key Mirrored Mickey-shaped Sipper. It is a cute sipper for your drink that one may say is “key”…
-
Tiana’s Palace Restaurant To Open September 7, 2023 in Disneyland’s New Orleans Square
Blue skies, sunshine, and delicious New Orleans-inspired fare are just around the corner as Disneyland has announced that Tiana’s Palace Restaurant on Thursday, September 7, 2023. This reimagined quick-service style restaurant is inspired by the one Princess Tiana created in the beloved Walt Disney Animation Studios film, “The Princess and the Frog.” The opening of Tiana’s…
-
FIRST LOOK: Ahsoka Face Character Meeting at “Ahsoka” Fan Event at Disneyland
During a special fan event for the Disney+ series Ahsoka it was announced that Ahsoka Tano would be meeting with guests at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland starting on August 23, 2023. Also at the event, Ahsoka Tano was on hand to meet with some special guests in Star Wars Launch Bay. The Daps…
-
Ahsoka is Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland
Ahsoka Tano will soon be meeting with guests in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge starting on August 23, 2023. The news was announced at a special fan event that was hosted by D23 at Disneyland in Tomorrowland. The first two episodes of the new Star Wars series were also shown to those in attendance. After the…
-
Disneyland Resort Announces Halloween Food Offerings
It is almost Halloween at the Disneyland Resort. Starting on September 1, 2023, there will be pumpkins, treats, and Oogie Boogie taking over the Disneyland Resort. One of the highlights of Halloween every year is the wide range of treats that are offered at The Happiest Place on Earth. The treats will be arriving in…
-
Making the Most of Disneyland in the Rain: Your Ultimate Guide
Are you planning a magical trip to Disneyland (or Disney California Adventure), only to find rain clouds threatening to dampen your spirits? Don’t worry! A little rain shouldn’t keep you from experiencing the magic of the Happiest Place on Earth. In fact, with a bit of preparation and the right mindset, it can be a…
-
Disneyland Resort Area Expected to Be Impacted by Tropical Force Rain and Wind From Hurricane Hilary
It isn’t often that Daps Magic covers the weather, especially in Southern California. However, it appears that now is one of the rare times that it is happening. Currently, Hurricane Hilary is making its way up the west coast of Mexico. It is expected to deluge Southern California with wind, rain, and heavy waves on…
-
Disneyland’s Main Street Fire Engine Celebrates 65 Years on Main Street
Today the Fire Engine at Disneyland celebrates 65 years of driving up and down Main Street, USA. On August 16, 1958, the Fire Engine was added to the fleet of vehicles on Main Street, USA. It was a favorite vehicle of Walt Disney, who loved to drive it around the park in the mornings before…