Category: Parks
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U.S. Air Force to Perform 4th of July Flyover of Walt Disney World
This 4th of July, the United States of America will be celebrating its 250th anniversary. Because of this milestone, the country is celebrating in many different ways. This includes special entertainment, decorations, food and beverages, the arrival of Soarin’ Across America at the domestic parks, and more. Today, it was revealed that there will be…
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U.S. Army 40th Infantry Division Band Kicks Off 4th of July Military Entertainment at Disneyland Resort
Disney Celebrates America is in full swing at The Happiest Place on Earth! On the last day of June, the Disneyland Resort kicked off what will be a week full of patriotic performances and celebration for the 250th anniversary of the United States of America. On Tuesday, the first military band of the week performed…
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GUIDE: Disneyland Resort Independence Day Military Events and Entertainment
The Disneyland Resort has revealed the military events and entertainment it will be offering for Independence Day. The star-spangled lineup of military performances starts on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, and continues through July 5, 2026. Details can be found on the Disneyland app and are also listed before. Daps Magic will be covering several of…
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Introduces New Male Gorilla
A new western lowland gorilla has made his debut at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The male gorilla is named Bakari. He joined the family troop at the Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail. Walt Disney World Resort has shared photos of the new resident. Bakari will have an important role at Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail. He will have…
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Limited Summer-Time Evening Ticket Coming to Disneyland Resort
The Disneyland Resort has revealed a new limited-time summer ticket that will allow guests to enter the parks in the evening. This new ticket is available to purchase starting today. Guests can purchase the Evening Ticket and enjoy admission for 1 evening to one Disneyland Resort theme park. The price for this single-park evening ticket…
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Sam Eagle Gives 4th of July Tips for Visiting Disneyland Resort
A new video with Sam Eagle has been released ahead of the 4th of July celebrations at the Disneyland Resort. This comes as the United States of America commemorates its 250th anniversary. Disney has joined with its Disney Celebrates America initiative. This has included special programming, Soarin’ Across America, patriotic merchandise, fireworks, foods, and more!…
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Haunted Mansion Collection to Materialize on DisneyStore.com
Halloween is on the horizon, and ahead of the arrival of this frightfully fun season, a Haunted Mansion Collection will be materializing on the Disney Store. This collection will include apparel, accessories, and collectibles! This new collection will be arriving on DisneyStore.com on July 6th. The reveal of this collection comes after an announcement was…
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Milestone Reached in Avengers Campus Expansion at Disneyland Resort
A very important milestone has been reached in the expansion of Avengers Campus at the Disneyland Resort. As construction continues to move forward, the Disneyland Resort has selected nearly 20 cast members to be the working leads for the land’s test & adjust team. A Magical Surprise The reveal for these cast members was done…
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Special Offers for Magic Key Holders Coming to Downtown Disney District
Summer is here, and that means that special offers are returning to the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort for Magic Key Holders. From July 6 through July 31, 2026, Magic Key Holders can enjoy exciting offers at participating Downtown Disney District locations. Check out the offers for Magic Key holders below! Please visit…
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Halloween Merchandise Arrives at Disneyland Resort
June isn’t over yet, but Halloween Time is on the way! On Monday, June 29, 2026, Halloween merchandise began to pop up at the Disneyland Resort. The merchandise was first found at World of Disney in the Downtown Disney District. The first arrivals are all in the form of t-shirts and sweatshirts. They are also…
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VIDEO: Full Ride-Through of Updated Pirates of the Caribbean at Disneyland
On Friday, Pirates of the Caribbean reopened at Disneyland. With its reopening, a new Audio-Animatronic pirate was added to the treasure room seen in the attraction. This has led to quite a bit of conversation online and in person among Disney fans. Some of the Daps Magic team experienced this update to the attraction on…
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A Day at Sea | Day 2 Aboard the Disney Wonder
There is nothing quite like waking up out at sea, surrounded by miles of beautiful blue ocean. In this video, Daps Magic recaps an absolutely jam-packed, magical day at sea aboard the Disney Wonder while cruising off the coast of Mexico and California. From royal encounters and baby races to spectacular dining animations, here is…
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Disney Store Teases Halloween Merchandise Arrival
The Disney Store is teasing the arrival of Halloween merchandise on DisneyStore.com in the coming days (perhaps even sooner!). In what is now a series of social media posts that are focused on a creepy door, the Disney store is revealing the arrival of what is coming. The old wooden door has an iron knocker…
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Check Out All The Deals Available for Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Disney Cruise Line
Summer is here, and people have vacation on the mind. There are plenty of deals available for those looking to vacation at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, or the Disney Cruise Line. In all of these destinations, some discounts can be used to get the most out of a vacation and a budget. This summer, there…
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Haunted Mansion Closure Dates Revealed for Transformation to Haunted Mansion Holiday
Every year, the Haunted Mansion closes so that it can be transformed into Haunted Mansion Holiday. The reopening of the holiday version of the attraction generally lines up with the start of Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort. The dates that the Haunted Mansion is scheduled to be closed have been revealed on the calendar…
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New Dishes Arrive at Hollywood Brown Derby at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Summer is here, and that means there’s been a menu update at Hollywood Brown Derby Restaurant at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World. First up is the Pan-Roasted Halibut. The halibut is served on a bed of leek vichyssoise risotto, pea, and citrus. This entrée is $54. Next is the Char Grilled Octopus. This…
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New Artificial Grass Roof Appears on Ray’s Berets at Disneyland
For some fans who visit Disneyland regularly, there has been an ongoing watch of the roof on Ray’s Berets. This hat shop in Bayou Country has traditionally had a living grass roof since the park opened in 1955. It has gone through different iterations over the decades, but the grass roof has remained. Since becoming…
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New Food Options Arrive at Sunshine Seasons at EPCOT
Food is an important part of any theme park visit, and when visiting EPCOT at Walt Disney World, there is a great selection to choose from, no matter where you go. If you’re looking for Mexican-inspired dishes, you may want to check out Sunshine Seasons in The Land Pavilion at EPCOT. First up is the…
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Earl of Sandwich Opens in Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort
Earl of Sandwich is now officially open at the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort. After much speculation this week about when it would be opening, the popular sandwich shop is now officially serving guests. With this new permanent location opening at the Disneyland Resort, two new experiences have been added. They are the…
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Stitch Makes Special 626 Day Appearance at Disney California Adventure
June 6 is known by Disney fans as 626 Day. This is in reference to Stitch’s designation as Experiment 626 in the 2002 animated film Lilo & Stitch and the following specials and films. This day celebrates the themes of friendship and ‘ohana that are found in this franchise. Around the world, Disney Experiences celebrated…
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Check Out the Exclusive Merchandise for 626 Day on the Disney Store
Today is 626 Day! This is a day that is all about friendship and o’hana. Around the world, there are ways to celebrate this special day that came after the release of Lilo & Stitch in 2002. For those who are celebrating from home, the original film can be watched on Disney+. There is also…
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GUIDE: Lilo & Stitch Experiences Around the Globe
Happy 626 Day! This day is all about celebrating Experiment 626. Also known as Stitch day, this is a day when fans of this furry friend come together and show their love for this iconic character. This is a celebration that focuses on the themes of friendship and ‘ohana that turned this 2002 animated film…
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Disneyland’s Pirates of the Caribbean Reopens with Next Generation Audio-Animatronics Pirate Added
Pirates of the Caribbean reopened today at Disneyland, and the next generation of Audio-Animatronics is on full display. Guests who take the plunge from the bayou into the realm of the pirates will discover that one particular pirate’s story is coming to life more than it previously did. Before the attraction closed for this most…
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New Downtown Disney Sign Appears on Future Earl of Sandwich Building
A new sign has appeared on the side of the future Earl of Sandwich and Gordon Ramsay at The Carnaby. This new Downtown Disney sign is in the retro style that the shopping, dining, and entertainment district has moved to during its transformation. The new sign became visible when walls were taken down from around…