Category: Disneyland Resort
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Tale of the Lion King Arrives at Disneyland’s Fantasyland Theatre
Over the weekend, a new show arrived at Disneyland’s Fantasyland Theatre. Tale of the Lion King is a story-theatre adaptation of Disney’s The Lion King is staged in a completely new presentation. The show includes lots of inspiration from its cultural roots. This includes scenery, costume designs, new original arrangements, and new choreography. A version of…
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The Magic Comes Alive as Fantasmic! Returns to Disneyland!
Fantasmic! is back at Disneyland. On May 28, guests again gathered around the Rivers of America to see what Mickey’s imagination could do. Some people started waiting for this show hours before it began. Others utilized the dining packages that were available and didn’t wait quite as many hours. However, for many hours were spent…
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Boba Fett and Fennec Shand Arrive at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland
Today Boba Fett and Fennec Shand both arrived at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland. Both could be found mingling in and around Black Spire outpost on Batuu throughout the day. Currently, both are appearing in The Mandalorian and also The Book of Boba Fett. Boba Fett is appearing as he is seen in these…
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New Star Wars Characters Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland
Starting on May 28, 2022, new Star Wars characters will come to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland. The announcement was made during the From a Galaxy Far, Far Away to a Disney Park Near You panel at Star Wars Celebration on May 27th. Portfolio Creative Executive at Walt Disney Imagineering Scott Trowbridge, his fellow…
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There Are Three Churros, Which One Do You Pick?
If you had to choose just one of three delicious and unique churros, which one would you pick? This was the task set before me today when I visited California Churro in Downtown Disney District earlier today. I was invited, along with a couple of others, to taste three new churros at California Churro as…
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Reimagined CHOC Walk Announced for August 27
Today it was announced that to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the CHOC Walk, are reimagined version will be held on Saturday, August 27, 2022. An email was sent out today by CHOC announcing what is being called CHOC Adventure in the Park. The email shared the following: We’re honoring the 30th anniversary of the…
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PRIDE ROCK PUNCH from Troubadour Tavern at Disneyland – GEEK EATS Disney Recipe
Throughout the month of June, the Disneyland Resort will continue its Celebrate Soulfully festivities. This will include some incredible musical acts, the Tale of the Lion King at the Fantasyland Theatre, and also some fantastic food and beverages. Today, the Disney Parks Blog shared many of the different food and beverage options that will be…
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Pirates of the Caribbean Set to Reopen on July 1 at Disneyland
After a lengthy refurbishment, Pirates of the Caribbean will reopen on July 1st. This comes from the Disneyland App which shows the refurbishment ending on June 30, 2022. The New Orleans Square classic attraction closed on March 14, 2022. The attraction is a fan favorite at Disneyland and originally opened on March 18, 1967. It…
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Disney Pride Collection Hits Disneyland Resort
June is Pride Month and the Disneyland Resort just dropped their Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars Pride Collections! These Disney Pride Collections are a wonderful chance for Disney fans to support the LGBTQ+ community as profits from this merchandise will go directly to LGBTQ+ foundations! Let’s take a look at the collections! Disney Pride…
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Lunar Eclipse Rises Over Moon Knight at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure
On Sunday, May 15, 2022, the lunar eclipse could be seen rising over Avengers Campus. Also, there was Moon Knight, who was making appearances near the Quinjet. The result was a night of people looking at the sky in Avengers Campus, many of them photographers with tripods. The moon began to rise over the horizon…
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What’s a Fantasmic? – 30 Years Ago at Disneyland
1992 turned out to be a banner year for Disney theme park entertainment. As you read in last month’s column, April saw the debut of the Disneyland production of Beauty and the Beast, live on stage, which led directly to the creation of Disney Theatrical Productions. Incredibly enough, while that production was being prepared and…
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Drawn to the Magic at Disney California Adventure – DAPS from the Past
On May 7, 2004, a new show called Drawn to the Magic debuted at Disney California Adventure. The show was about three animators who brought Disney animated stories to life with music and some Disney magic. It culminated with the arrival of three Disney characters. Frequently the characters were Sorcerer Mickey, Cinderella, and either Woody…
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Some Imagination, Huh? Fantasmic! Celebrates 30 Years of Magical Dreams at Disneyland!
On Mary 13, 1992 Mickey’s imagination came to life for the first time in Fantasmic! This incredible nighttime spectacular brings the Rivers of America to life as Mickey Mouse’s imagination takes guests on a magical journey through multiple Disney stories. Eventually, he ends up facing some darker parts of his imagination culminating with a Mickey…
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A Marvelous Morning at Disney California Adventure
It was a beautiful morning in Disney California Adventure today. I will admit it, I’m more of a night owl than an early bird. While my schedule often dictates otherwise, when I have an unscheduled day it would be more my inclination to go to the parks later and stay later. However, today is different.…
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Ms. Marvel Making Her Way to Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure
Ms. Marvel will be the next hero making her way to Disney California Adventure’s Avengers Campus. Disney shared the news today that on June 8th when her series arrives on Disney+, she will also be heading to the Disneyland Resort. This continues a trend of introducing characters from the Marvel Cinematic Universe both on the…
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Red Car Trolley Returning to Disney California Adventure This Summer
The Red Car Trolley is returning to Disney California Adventure. It stopped running through the park in 2019 ahead of the opening of Avengers Campus. Originally, it was expected to return the following year. However, the pandemic through a wrench into all of those plans. It led to Avengers Campus opening later than originally planned.…
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Disneyland Resort Celebrates Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May is Asian American Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and the Disneyland Resort is celebrating it! This is being done through several different entertainment offerings and also some other fun experiences for guests at the Disneyland Resort. Earlier today the Disneyland Resort shared that the following experiences will be offered throughout the month: Complimentary musical…
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Celebrate Soulfully Continues as Tale of the Lion King Opens at Disneyland Resort on May 28
Today the Disneyland Resort announced that Tale of the Lion King will be opening at the Fantasyland Theatre on May 28th. This show’s opening will come as Disneyland Resort continues to “celebrate soulfully” throughout the summer. Along with this show, Disneyland Resort will continue to Celebrate Soulfully in June with a focus on Black Music Month.…
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America Chavez and Scarlet Witch Arrive at Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure
On the release date for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Scarlet Witch and America Chavez joined Doctor Strange in Avengers Campus. The duo appeared at different times during the day. Scarlet Witch made appearances throughout the morning and America Chavez in the afternoon. America Chavez first appeared in Doctor Strange: Mysteries of the…
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Frederick Douglass Added to Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln at Disneyland
A bust and portrait of Frederick Douglass now can be found in the lobby of the Opera House next to the bust and portrait of President Abraham Lincoln. This addition rightfully recognizes Douglass among other inspirational American heroes. Disney shared that the “new installation celebrates the relationship between the two distinguished patriots.” There is also…
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Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge on Star Wars Nite – The Way it Always Should Be
Throughout the month of may there are three Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite events happening at Disneyland. During these special events, the entire park turns into a big celebration of Star Wars. This is appropriate with Star Wars Celebration arriving at the nearby Anaheim Convention Center later this month. One of the highlights of…
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Alaska Airlines Unveils Star Wars-Themed Plane on Star Wars Day
Continuing a long-standing partnership between Alaska Airlines and Disneyland Resort, a new plane was revealed by the airline for Star Wars Day. Drawing inspiration from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the plane is painted black and has the Millennium Falcon on it as it is being chased by TIE fighters. The plane is now in service…
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The Force is Strong as Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite Kicks off Month of Star Wars Celebrations at Disneyland Resort
On Tuesday, May 3, 2022, the first Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite was hosted at Disneyland. This after-hours hard-ticket event gives Star Wars fans four hours in the park to celebrate Star Wars. Many of the tickets for the event had been sold two years ago when it originally was supposed to happen. The…
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Disneyland Resort Offering Limited-Time Experiences in Celebration of Star Wars
May is always a special month for Star Wars fans with May the 4th, George Lucas’s birthday, the original release date of Star Wars: A New Hope, and this year’s Star Wars Celebration. The Disneyland Resort is offering some limited-time experiences to help Star Wars fans celebrate the month. This is added to the offerings…