Category: Parks
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Star Wars Month Coming to Disneyland in May
The Disneyland Resort social media channels today shared that Star Wars month will be coming to the Disneyland Resort in May. The celebration of Star Wars at the happiest place on Earth will begin on May 1, 2023 and continue through June 4, 2023. According to the social media posts, fans will be able to…
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Earth Month Returns in April at Shanghai Disney Resort
Shanghai, March 18, 2023 – The highly anticipated tradition at Shanghai Disney Resort, Earth Month, is returning in April this year. Beginning April 1, guests, Cast and community members are invited to join an engaging array of initiatives to be introduced at the resort, where they can be inspired by creative ideas to protect the world we…
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Indiana Jones Adventure – Past and Present
On March 17, 2023, the Indiana Jones Adventure attraction reopened in Adventureland after a three month refurbishment at Disneyland. This classic attraction takes guests on an adventure with Indiana Jones in the Temple of the Forbidden Eye. The Daps Magic team shot videos of the Indiana Jones Adventure on the day it closed in January…
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Mickey’s Toontown Soft Opens Ahead of Official Opening at Disneyland
On March 18, 2023, Mickey’s Toontown soft opened. At 1:30 PM, guests were allowed to enter and experience this newly dedicated land. The land was soon filled with guests who were enjoying the land, playing with characters and each other, going on attractions, eating picnics, and taking in a beautiful day at Disneyland. Soft Opening…
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Mickey’s Toontown Officially Dedicated Ahead of Opening Day at Disneyland
On the morning of March 18, 2023, Mickey’s Toontown was officially dedicated by Disneyland President Ken Potrock, Mickey Mouse, and friends in a brief dedication ceremony in Mickey’s Toontown. The dedication completes a process that has been going on since last year to re-imagine Mickey’s Toontown and make it more inclusive and accessible. It is…
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Pictorial: Magic Happens Parade on a Sunny Afternoon
On March 2, 2023 a couple of the Daps Magic team made their way into the parks to visit a friend from out of town. Because of the Disneyland After Dark: Princess Nite event that was happening later, the Magic Happens parade was offered at 1:30 PM and 3:30 PM instead of its normal times.…
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Check Out These Fun Facts About Mickey’s Toontown!
Mickey’s Toontown officially reopens to the public on March 19, 2023. After being closed since last year, this animated land will be reopening and be more accessible and inclusive to all who visit this happy little town. This is a place where “guests are invited to play in their own way, invite others to play…
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Reimagined Mickey’s Toontown Reopens March 19, 2023, at the Disneyland Resort, Beginning a New Era of Interactive Play for Families and Young Children
ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 17, 2023) – Disneyland Resort continues the Disney100 anniversary celebration with the reopening of the reimagined Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland Park on March 19, 2023. At this animated neighborhood, families can explore, play, discover and unwind together while enjoying new interactive experiences, returning familiar favorites and the new attraction Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway. …
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Indiana Jones Adventure Reopens at Disneyland After Three Month refurbishment
Indiana Jones Adventure opened once again at Disneyland after a three month refurbishment. During the last three months, the attraction has been getting some tender loving care and a few upgrades. This included some new powers for Mara. Throughout the attraction, things looked brighter and crisper and the snake was once again back in action.…
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Dapper Dans Bring Out the Green for St. Patrick’s Day
The Dapper Dans brought out the green today at Disneyland. The four dapper gentleman appeared on Main Street throughout the day wearing green costumes. While their songs didn’t appear to change, they still wished people Happy St. Patrick’s Day during their sets. While walking out of the park, I (Mr. Daps) was able to catch…
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TRON Lightcycle / Run to Soft Open Starting March 20 at Magic Kingdom
TRON Lightcycle / Run is set to officially open to guests on April 4, 2023. However, guests visiting before this date will get the chance to ride the Magic Kingdom’s newest attraction. Starting on March 20th, TRON Lightcycle / Run will be starting a soft opening period and will be allowing regular day guests to…
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New Character and a New Look for Mickey Mouse will Debut When Mickey’s Toontown Reopens at Disneyland
When Mickey’s Toontown reopens at Disneyland on March 19, 2023, a new character will be on hand to meet and Mickey Mouse will be sporting a new look. First off, Pete, who actually is Disney’s oldest continuing character, will be on hand to welcome guests to Mickey’s Toontown. Disney shared the news via social media…
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Mickey’s Toontown (Part 2) – 30 Years Ago at Disneyland
This month— the suburbs. But first, a short diversion. How should we get there? We could walk (it’s a pleasant walk). Or, we could take the Jolly Trolley. Despite what anyone may have told you, thirty years ago at Disneyland the Jolly Trolley was a real thing. It really traveled along the tracks in Toontown,…
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Summer House on the Lake Coming to Disney Springs Later This Year
A new restaurant is coming to Disney Springs later this year. Disney has announced that Summer House on the Lake will be arriving at the shopping and dining district at Walt Disney World Resort in late 2023. According to a description about the new dining location, it will embody “a breezy, beach house vibe that…
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A Rainy Night in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – Dapsmospheres
Sometimes in the craziness of everyday life it is nice to slow down and just enjoy the moment. There has been a lot of rain coming down at the Disneyland Resort in recent weeks. Daps Magic team member Angela stopped by Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge on a rainy night at Disneyland and filmed a new…
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New Sunrise Yoga and Spa Treatments Now Offered at Disneyland Resort
The Disneyland Resort has announced new sunrise yoga and spa treatments thanks to Tenaya Stone Spa at Disneyland Resort. Tenaya Stone Spa at Disneyland Resort at at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa offers a modern mix of soothing spa treatments, invigorating fitness classes, and pampering salon services. The Disney Parks Blog shared about them both…
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New EngineEar Souvenirs Shop in Mickey’s Toontown Offers a Boxcar Full of Hidden Delights
EngineEar Souvenirs quietly opened for business between the premiere of Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway and the new Mickey’s Toontown. Guests exiting through this gift shop, or stepping through the front door to browse the fully stocked aisles may have noticed a lot of train memorabilia, much of it directly referencing Disney productions, past and…
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Disney100 The Decades 1930s Heading to shopDisney and Disney Parks
The 1930s and its golden era of animation will be celebrated in the Disney100 The Decades 1930s collection that will be arriving on shopDisney and also in the Disney Parks on March 20, 2023. This is an all-new collection that is part of the Disney100 Decades series. It goes back to the days of live…
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Experience #AlltheDisneyThrills at Walt Disney World Resort
New Experiences and Returning Favorites for the Whole Family to Enjoy Take Center Stage Throughout 2023 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (March 15, 2023) – In 2023, Walt Disney World Resort is the place to embrace thrills of all kinds. Exciting new experiences set to debut this year include one of the fastest coasters at any…
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Corkcicle Retail Location Coming to Disney Springs
A new Corkcicle store is coming to Disney Springs. Corkcicle is an Orlando business that has had its products in recent EPCOT festivals. The opening of this store in Disney Springs marks the first time that the company will have its own retail location. Corkcicle is known for its innovative, obsession-worth, high-performing insulated drink ware,…
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EPCOT Transformation To Be Completed This Year!
For guests visiting EPCOT during the last few years, there has been a lot going on. As a massive transformation has brought EPCOT into a new era, guests have seen new attractions at EPCOT, new buildings, new entertainment, and new neighborhoods pop up to name a few things. Today it was announced that the transformation…
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EPCOT to Host Walt Disney World Resort’s Disney100 Celebration
On January 27, 2023, the Disneyland Resort began celebrating the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company. The Disney100 celebration at Disneyland includes the opening of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, two new nighttime spectaculars, festive statues, merchandise, outfits for Mickey & friends, food, and a whole lot more. Walt Disney World Resort will be…
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New Character Meet and Greets Coming to Walt Disney World Resort
Walt Disney World Resort has announced three new character meet and greets that will be coming to the most magical place on Earth later this year. The three characters will be arriving in three different parks at three different times. Moana – Disney’s Animal Kingdom Moana will be arriving in Disney’s Animal Kingdom next month.…
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Coming Soon: Tiana’s Bayou Adventure’s Tiara-Topped Water Tower at Magic Kingdom
Work continues on the transformation of Splash Mountain into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at the Magic Kingdom. Once completed, guests will get to go on an all new adventure with Tiana and friends when they visit Walt Disney World Resort. Today, it was announced a visual milestone in this transformation will be happening soon. This will…