Category: Parks
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My Top 5 Moments From Oogie Boogie Bash
For the Halloween season, the Disneyland Resort celebrates with Oogie Boogie Bash, a special ticketed event at Disney California Adventure Park. This party brings fans of all ages together to have a good scare and lots of fun! Here are my personal favorite moments of the party from when I attended at the beginning of…
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D23 Announces Gold Member Event to Celebrate EPCOT 40th Anniversary
D23 has announced a special Gold Member-only event on October 1, 2022 to celebrate EPCOT’s 40th Anniversary. The event begins at 7:30 AM, allowing D23 Gold Members to start EPCOT’s big day off in the right way. The event includes time to shop the EPCOT 40th Anniversary merchandise at Creations Shop, a continental breakfast D23…
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Eudora’s Chic Boutique featuring Tiana’s Gourmet Secrets Opens in New Orleans Square at Disneyland
A new retail shop opened this morning in New Orleans Square at Disneyland. Eudora’s Chic Boutique featuring Tiana’s Gourmet Secrets is a beautiful little boutique found in New Orleans Square that is inspired by Princess Tiana’s dressmaking mother Eudora. The shop has a variety of different offerings that include books, home goods, apparel, and more.…
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Almond Sweet Corn Cake from Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party – Geek Eats Disney Recipe
The Almond Sweet Corn Cake is a dessert that is currently being offered at Peco’s Bill’s Tall Tall Inn and Cafe during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom. This party takes place on select nights through October 31, 2022. This is a dessert that is sweet and has subtle corn flavors that pair…
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MagicBand+ Details Revealed for Disneyland Resort Including Park Entry Ability
MagicBand+ will be arriving at the Disneyland Resort this fall. The wearable technology has been in use in different iterations at Walt Disney World Resort for years. They also could be used at Aulani to unlock the magic. The most recent iteration, MagicBand+, launched earlier this summer at Walt Disney World Resort. MagicBand+ is a…
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Porto’s Bakery & Cafe Heading to the Disneyland Resort
Porto’s Bakery & Cafe will soon be joining other dining establishments in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort. Known for its pastries and desserts along with California-Cuban-inspired dishes, Porto’s is a Southern California classic. The announcement about the new Downtown Disney District was made during the D23 Expo’s parks and resorts panel by…
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Ghost Pepper Nachos – A Food Review by Mr. DAPs
It isn’t often that I sit down and write a food review. However, today is one of those rare days where I sit and recount and review a specific food item at the Disneyland Resort. In this case, it is the Ghost Pepper Nachos that are currently a seasonal offering at Lamplight Lounge – Boardwalk…
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Magic and Mayhem Are Back at Coke Corner as Musical Chairs Returns to Disneyland
For years, once a day at Refreshment Corner on Main Street, USA has been even more magical and full of mayhem. This is thanks to the Mad Hatter, Alice in Wonderland, and sometimes others who join the piano player for a one-a-day game of Musical Chairs. This simple game becomes more complicated and humorous as…
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The Future of Paradise Pier Hotel at Disneyland Resort is Pixar Place Hotel
Last weekend there were multiple announcements made about upcoming happenings at the Disneyland Resort at the D23 Expo. This included new entertainment, attractions, dining options, and the arrival of the Incredible Hulk at Avengers Campus! There was also news about the transformation that has already begun for Paradise Pier Hotel at the Disneyland Resort. This…
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Disneyland Paris’ ‘Disney D-Light’ Show Named Best Live Entertainment 2022 by Park World Excellence Awards
Created especially for the 30th Anniversary of Disneyland Paris, Disney D-Light was named Best Live Entertainment 2022 by Park World Excellence Awards in London on 14 September. This outdoor show – featuring a dazzling nighttime drone display – is the result of a successful collaboration between Disneyland Paris and Bordeaux-based Dronisos, an official technology supplier, indicating…
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Hong Kong Disneyland Resort announces new surprises in 2023 from 100 Years of Wonder to the world’s first World of Frozen
HONG KONG, September 12, 2022 – To commemorate 17th anniversary celebration at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, a new line-up of exciting events is announced today for the year 2023! The new year is bound to be a magical and memorable time of non-stop festivities for the 100 Years of Wonder, celebrating 100 years since The Walt…
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Immersive Avatar Exhibit Heading to Shanghai Disney Resort
A new immersive exhibit based on the world of Avatar is headed to Shanghai Disney Resort. Avatar: Explore Pandora will be arriving at Shanghai Disneyland on September 22, 2022 and stay through March 2023. The exhibit will be available from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily during park hours. This will give guests the chance…
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The Mandalorian and Grogu Headed to Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in November
The Mandalorian and Grogu are heading to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland in November. The announcement came from A Boundless Future: Disney Parks, Experiences and Products panel at D23 Expo 2022 last weekend. Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro was joined on stage during the panel by Jon Favreau to talk about…
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runDisney Returns to Disneyland Resort in 2024
runDisney races are returning to the Disneyland Resort in 2024. The announcement was made during a presentation by Josh D’Amaro at the D23 Expo 2022. The races were discontinued for the Disneyland Resort in 2018 during a time when construction was ramping up for new lands and experiences. Since then the Disneyland Resort has added…
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EPCOT – Celebrating 40 Years of Inspiration, Imagination, and Possibility
On October 1, 1982, EPCOT Center opened its gates for the first time. Originally pitched by Walt Disney as the Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow, EPCOT Center has always been about imagination, innovation, and the possibility of a better tomorrow. This was something Walt Disney was very excited about. During a video shot to share…
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Looking at the Reimagined Mickey’s Toontown as Seen at D23 Expo’s Wonderful World of Dreams Pavilion
The Wonderful World of Dreams Pavilion this year had several different displays that gave a look at new and exciting things from around the globe that Disney Parks, Experiences and Products has in the works. This includes a look at Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Wish, some of the robotics used by Imagineering,…
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First ‘Duffy & Friends’ Stop Motion Short Released Online After D23 Expo Premiere
The first Duffy & Friends stop motion short has been released online today. It initially premiered at D23 Expo during the The World of Duffy and Friends Revealed panel. Now it is available for the world to see. The short is called Lunchbox Mystery and shares how losing something can lead to unexpected surprises. Watch…
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Disney KiteTails to Fly Away from Disney’s Animal Kingdom on September 30
Disney KiteTails will be taking its final flight on September 30, 2022. Disney announced that the show which has brought life to the skies above Discovery River Lagoon at Disney’s Animal Kingdom for Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th Anniversary will be ending its run on this date. The show became an instant hit due to…
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Check Out the Halloween Food Offerings at Walt Disney World
Halloween is always a great time of year for treats. Walt Disney World is a great place to visit for treats. Today, Walt Disney World has released a look at the various foods, beverages, and treats it is offering in both its parks and also at Disney Springs. Take a look below at these Halloween…
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Happily Ever After Returning to Magic Kingdom in 2023
In 2021 fans gathered together at the end of September for what was presumed to be the final presentation of Happily Ever After. This fireworks show became an instant classic when it debuted in 2017 at Walt Disney World Resort. It was replaced by Disney Enchantment for Walt Disney World’s 50th-anniversary celebration. In 2023, Happily…
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New Nighttime Spectaculars Coming to Disneyland Resort for Disney’s 100th Anniversary
Two new nighttime spectaculars will be arriving at Disneyland as part of The Walt Disney Company’s 100th-anniversary celebration. The Disney100 anniversary celebration begins in late January 2023. The Disneyland Resort will be the focal point for the start of this celebration. At A Boundless Future: Disney Parks, Experiences And Products Panel, Disney Parks, Experiences and…
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D23 Expo 2022 – Day Three Recap
Day three of D23 Expo 2022 was perhaps one of the most highly anticipated days of the expo this year. For this was the day with the parks panel, hosted by Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro. There was a lot of news, a lot of possibilities, and a lot of magic during…
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San Fransokyo Coming to Disney California Adventure
During A Boundless Future: Disney Parks, Experiences And Products Panel at the D23 Expo, Disney’s Chairman of Parks, Experiences and Products Josh D’Amaro shared about many of the exciting things that are coming and being dreamed about for Disney Parks and beyond. At the Disneyland Resort in particular, there is a lot to look forward…
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Take a Look at the Highlights of A Boundless Future: Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Panel at D23 Expo 2022
Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro took to the stage to share about what is on the horizon around the globe for Disney Parks and beyond! The panel was full of magical moments, musical performances, humorous references, and lots of possibilities for the future. Throughout the course of the panel, D’Amaro shared about…