Category: Parks
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GUIDE: Current Magic Shots at Magic Kingdom
There are some really fun benefits to getting a photo taken by the Disney PhotoPass Service. Along with getting pictures that capture memories that will last for years to come, there is also often the opportunity to get a Magic Shot taken. These Magic Shots often add a Disney character or other magical element to…
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Check Out This Year’s CHOC Walk Incentives!
On August 2, 2026, thousands of supporters of Rady Children’s Health Orange County (RCHOC), formerly Children’s Hospital of Orange County, will be walking through the Disneyland Resort before the parks open. This will be for the 2026 CHOC Walk in the Park. They will be raising funds and awareness to benefit RCHOC, which specifically supports…
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Disney Parks Tease Return of Halfway to the Holidays This Week
Halfway to the Holidays has become a fan-favorite celebration that comes from the Disney Parks each year. During this celebration, Disney gives an early reveal of what is coming later in the year for the holiday season. On social media and the Disney Parks Blog, the return of Halfway to the Holidays was teased. Disney…
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Disneyland Paris Celebrates 5th Anniversary of Disney Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel
On June 21, 2026, Disneyland Paris celebrated the 5th anniversary of Disney Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel. This is the first Disney hotel that is dedicated to Marvel art. To celebrate the milestone, the hotel issued an exclusive comic book, the return of some favorite food and beverage offerings from the last…
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Photos: The First Day of Summer at Disneyland Resort
Sunday, June 21, 2026, was the first day of summer. It was an absolutely lovely June day. It was so beautiful that it seemed only appropriate to enjoy a day of walking around the parks and the Downtown Disney District with a camera and no agenda. Below are photos taken while walking around the parks…
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Drum Major Mickey Mouse and Powerline Max Kick Off Celebrate Soulfully: Summer Vibes Special Character Offerings
This weekend, Celebrate Soulfully: Summer Vibes began at the Disneyland Resort. Celebrate Soulfully: Summer Vibes will offer “a vibrant lineup of showcases and experiences celebrating Black heritage and culture at the Disneyland Resort—June 19 through July 19, 2026.” One of these experiences is meeting some unique characters at the Paradise Gardens Gazebo. The first weekend…
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PHOTOS: The Art of Pixar Gallery at Pixar Place Hotel Showcases ‘Toy Story 5’ Artwork
There is a special magical place in the Pixar Place Hotel that many guests don’t even realize exists. On the second floor of the Disneyland Resort’s third hotel, there is The Art of Pixar Gallery. This gallery showcases artwork from different Pixar films, generally the newest one. Appropriately enough, this means that the current gallery…
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Disney Cruise Line Updates Carry-On Alcohol Policy
The Disney Cruise Line has updated its alcohol policy that governs what may or may not be brought on board, along with how it can be brought on board. The new policy went into effect on June 3, 2026. In short, it allows a guest to carry on one 6-pack of beer or 1 bottle…
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Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind Reopens After Multi-Month Closure at Disney California Adventure
Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind has reopened at Disney California Adventure. This comes after a multi-month closure that has seen the Pixar Pier attraction behind walls since early this year. Throughout the spring, fans have watched as this attraction has seemed to make progress toward reopening, only to seem to backtrack. Now, it has finally reopened.…
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Drum Major Mickey Mouse Joins the Joy of Disney on the Yard: Yardfest 2026 in the Downtown Disney District
Downtown Disney District was the place to be on Friday night. The west end of the District came to life in the evening as Disney on the Yard took over the Downtown Disney LIVE! Stage and the area around it, as Yardfest 2026 celebrated the spirit and traditions of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).…
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New ‘Toy Story 5’ Magic Shots Arrive at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Toy Story 5 is now in theaters. With the arrival of this newest chapter in the Toy Story franchise, there are plenty of ways to experience this story with these characters outside of theaters. This includes some new Magic Shots from Disney PhotoPass that can be found at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Disney PhotoPass shared that…
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Day One on the Disney Wonder for a First Disney Cruise
Earlier this spring, Daps Magic was invited to go on its first Disney Cruise Line media trip. This cruise was aboard the Disney Wonder. It departed San Diego and had stops at Catalina and Ensenada, Mexico. This was a four-night cruise that was full of magic with no shortage of memories being made. The first…
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Walt Disney World Resort Updates Disney Springs Transportation Policy
The Walt Disney World Resort is updating its transportation policy for buses and boats leaving Disney Springs to go to different Disney Resort Hotels. Starting on June 28, 2026, those who want to board a bus or boat will need to be a paying guest at a Disney Resort Hotel. Signs in Disney Springs now…
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New Collectible Medallions Arrive at Disneyland for USA’s 250th Anniversary
On July 4, 2026, the United States of America will be celebrating its 250th anniversary. Disney is joining in the Semiquincentennial fun with its Disney Celebrates America initiative. This includes a 24-hour program, the arrival of Soarin’ Across America, and several other patriotic offerings. This includes food and merchandise. A new merchandise in the form…
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Reopening Date Revealed for Disneyland’s Pirates of the Caribbean
Pirates of the Caribbean is an incredibly popular ride at Disneyland. At the beginning of May, it closed for a scheduled refurbishment. It did not have a reopening date. As the refurbishment has continued, fans have eagerly awaited the reopening of this attraction. When this would be was still unknown, though. This has changed, however.…
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GUIDE: Toy Story 5 Experiences Found Around the World
Toy Story 5 has finally arrived! This fifth chapter in the Toy Story franchise officially opens this weekend. With the arrival of this film, there are plenty of experiences to be had that relate to it around the globe. These are thanks to Disney Experiences and can be found in parks and resorts around the…
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New Experiences Heading to Disney’s BoardWalk
Disney’s BoardWalk will soon have some new experiences for Disney guests of all ages to enjoy. This location is known for its timeless charm, lively atmosphere, and a diverse mix of dining, shopping, and nightlife. This is a place inspired by turn-of-the-century coastal boardwalks like those in Atlantic City and Coney Island. Disney guests love…
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Happy Ice to Open in Downtown Disney District on Juneteenth
For those who have been watching social media recently, it comes as no surprise that Happy Ice is coming to the Disneyland Resort in the Downtown Disney District. In a post on social media, it was revealed that a new cart will be opening this month. Today, it was revealed that Happy Ice will be…
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Disney Gives a Look Behind-the-Scenes at Repainting of Cinderella Castle
It isn’t hyperbole to say that Walt Disney World’s Cinderella Castle is one of the most iconic buildings in the world. It is also one of the most photographed. That being said, fans have a lot of opinions about how it looks. Last year, at Destination D23, it was announced that it would be getting…
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Father’s Legacies Honored by Disney Ahead of Father’s Day
There are some incredible cast member stories to be found in the Disney parks around the globe. As Father’s Day nears, Disney has shared just a few of these from Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort, and the Disney Cruise Line. It shows how the legacies of several fathers continue on in The Walt Disney…
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Disney Shares Behind-the-Scenes Video of ‘Disneyland Handcrafted’ Soundtrack
Another behind the scenes look at Disneyland Handcrafted has been released. This time, the focus is on the music and soundtrack featured in the documentary. Music adds to any film or documentary, and is often an important part of that story. In this behind-the-scenes featurette, Reynolds shares his creative process behind the music, exploring how…
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Full Eat to the Beat Concert Lineup Announced
The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is returning on August 27, 2026. It will continue through November 21st. One of the highlights of the Food & Wine Festival is the Eat to the Beat Concert Series at the American Gardens Theatre stage. This year, new headliners include Lauren Alaina, Fitz and The Tantrums, and Grace…
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Disney Shares First Look at The Wetlands at Disney Lakeshore Lodge
Work continues on Disney Lakeshore Lodge. This beautiful new nature-inspired resort is set to open in the late summer of 2027. Leading up to this exciting time, Disney is sharing information about this new destination on the south shores of Bay Lake. Today, Disney shared about a sweeping outdoor recreation area that will be found…
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Installation Begins at Disneyland Paris for New Scenes in Rivers of the Far West
New scenes are coming to the Rivers of the Far West at Disneyland Paris! Soon, when guests embark from Thunder Mesa Riverboat Landing aboard the Molly Brown, they will discover four of these new scenes on the shores of the Rivers of the Far West. Disneyland Paris has shared that these four new scenes will…