Category: Parks
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How Disney Addresses Food Insecurity in Florida
September is Hunger Action Month, and since 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has been working alongside local nonprofits and community leaders to help end hunger and address food insecurity throughout the state of Florida by helping and supporting their neighbors in need. Since 1991, Disney World has collected excess food from the resort and donated it…
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Cast for Disney Destiny’s Theatrical Offerings Arrive on the Ship in Germany
Another step toward the maiden voyage of the Disney Destiny has occurred. The cast for Disney Destiny’s Broadway-style shows that will be presented in the Walt Disney Theatre has arrived in Germany to prepare for the shows the ship will offer. The group arrived on the ship to see for the first time the venue…
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Xavier “X” Atencio: The Legacy of An Artist, Imagineer, and Disney Legend
On November 4, 2025, a new book will be coming out. Called Xavier “X” Atencio: The Legacy of An Artist, Imagineer, and Disney Legend, this book is written by family members of Atencio. X Atencio was both an animator and Imagineer at Disney. He is often associated with his work on the script and lyrics…
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Gino, the Silverback Gorilla at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Passes Away
Gino, the 44-year-old silverback western lowland gorilla at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, has passed away. He was at Disney’s Animal Kingdom from the day it opened and was beloved by the Disney cast and guests alike. The news was announced by Dr. Mark Penning, Vice President, Disney’s Animals, Science and Environment, with the following post on…
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VIDEO: Disney Villains: Icons of Evil | Destination D23 – A Journey Around the Worlds of Disney
There were quite a few fun presentations that were shown at Destination D23 – A Journey Around the Worlds of Disney. One of them was on Sunday morning and called Disney Villains: Icons of Evil. This was the first presentation of the day. As fans walked in on Sunday morning, villainous chairs could be seen…
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Halloween Merchandise at Walt Disney World Resort
Halloween is in full force at Walt Disney World Resort. During this season, there is plenty of merchandise to find throughout the parks. There is also exclusive merchandise for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Recently, Daps Magic was invited to Walt Disney World Resort to learn about the seasonal offerings this fall and during the holidays.…
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2026-2027 Walt Disney World Ambassador Finalists Announced
The finalists for the 2026-2027 Walt Disney World Ambassador Team were announced this week, ahead of the big announcement on Friday at EPCOT. The finalists are from various lines of business throughout Walt Disney World Resort. Phelicia, Kylee, Zoe, Justin, and Luis were surprised with their “Ambassador Finalist” name tags by the current Ambassadors Serena…
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Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Debuts New Adventureland Marquee
A new marquee has debuted at the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort. This comes after recent park goers had noticed that the previous marquee had been taken down. The new marquee was stitched by hand and includes refreshed props. Photos of the new entrance marquee were shared by Walt Disney Imagineering on Instagram.…
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Jock Lindsey’s Halloween Hangar Bar Offers Haunted Food & Drinks in Spirit of the Season
Jock Lindsey’s Halloween Hangar Bar is a must-visit location at Disney Springs during the Halloween season. Not only has the location been decorated for the season, but it now offers some haunted food & drinks that bring the spirit of the season to life while dining there. Recently, Daps Magic was invited to a media…
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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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Peanuts to Remain at Knott’s Berry Farm as Licensing Agreement is Extended
The Peanuts will be remaining at Knott’s Berry Farm for at least another 5 years. Six Flags, the parent company of Knott’s Berry Farm, has extended the licensing agreement with Peanuts Worldwide through 2030. This will see Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the rest of the Peanuts remaining in some of the Six Flags theme parks.…
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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…