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Disney Celebrates Earth Month with ‘Step into Wonder’ Initiative
Today marks the first day of Earth Month. To help celebrate this month, Disney has kicked off a company-wide Step Into Wonder initiative. The initiative, led by National Geographic, will spotlight a dynamic slate of content and experiences designed to inspire a deeper connection to the natural world. This will be built on the legacy…
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Walt Disney World Resort Announces 2026 Summer After 2:00 PM Ticket
Walt Disney World Resort has announced a new ticket option for guests visiting its parks this summer. This new ticket gives fans who would like to spend an afternoon or evening in a park the opportunity to come in for the second half of a day in a single park. This also provides for some…
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Old Fashioned Easter Parade | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 1, 1956
On this day in 1956, Disneyland held its first “Old Fashioned Easter Parade” down Main Street, U.S.A. The parade was intended to invoke the nostalgia of small-town America at the turn of the century. Director of Entertainment Tommy Walker organized a procession of antique vehicles from the Horseless Carriage Club. No Disney characters or prerecorded…
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MLB Announces Disney and Pixar’s ‘Toy Story 5’ Theme Nights
Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5 will be arriving in theaters on June 19, 2026. Leading up to and around the release of this newest film in Pixar’s original franchise, Major League Baseball has announced that there will be Toy Story 5-themed nights at several of its games. Specifics are currently light for these themed…
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New Country Album of Disney Favorites Arriving in April
A new country album that is full of Disney favorites is on the way! This album, called Main Street Country, will be available on April 3rd. Fans can pre-save the EP and pre-order the exclusive vinyl, releasing May 15, 2026. The album includes many of Country Music’s biggest stars singing some fan-favorite Disney songs. This is the newest…
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Ewan McGregor | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 31, 1971
On this day in 1971, actor Ewan McGregor was born. Star Wars fans know him as the young Obi-Wan Kenobi in the ‘Star Wars’ prequel trilogy and the ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ streaming series. For Disney, McGregor starred in the live-action ‘Beauty and the Beast,’ ‘Valiant,’ and ‘Christopher Robin.’ His role in ‘Moulin Rouge!’ for 20th Century…
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Disney Cruise Line
Jump to Disney Cruise Line News Since its maiden voyage in 1998, Disney Cruise Line has defined the “modern classic” at sea by blending the golden age of ocean travel with legendary storytelling and unparalleled service. The fleet—which began with the Disney Magic and has since expanded to include technologically advanced vessels like the Disney…
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iHeartRadio Broadway Debuts “Behind the Magic: The Official Disney On Broadway” Podcast
In partnership with iHeartRadio Broadway, Behind the Magic: The Official Disney On Broadway Podcast is pulling back the curtain and inviting you backstage! Each episode, host Danielle Monaro gets exclusive insights and behind-the-scenes secrets from the people who bring Disney’s most beloved stories to life on stage. Discover the real magic behind The Lion King,…
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Walt Disney World Reveals First Look at Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Marquee
On April 8, 2026, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin is slated to reopen at Magic Kingdom. This popular Walt Disney World Resort attraction has been closed since last year. While closed, it has undergone a fairly substantial upgrade. This includes updating the technology that impacts ride experience with new ride vehicles, new blasters, new targets,…
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The Happiest Balloon on Earth | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 30, 2006
On this day in 2006, “The Happiest Balloon on Earth” began an 11-week tour across western North America in honor of the Disneyland Resort’s 50th anniversary. The Mickey Mouse-shaped hot air balloon was dressed in a golden ear hat for the occasion. It stood 98 feet tall, weighed 410 pounds, and was made up of…
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The Walt Disney Family Museum Announces ‘The Great Crump Presents His Magic with Former Imagineer Chris Crump’
The Walt Disney Family Museum has announced a new program for May. Called The Great Crump Presents His Magic with Former Imagineer Chris Crump, this will take a look at the artwork of Disney Legend and Imagineer Rolly Crump. It will take place on May 30th at 1:00 PM in the theater at The Walt Disney…
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Disney Adventure World Officially Opens Gates with Make-A-Wish Kids & Spider-Man
Disney Adventure World has officially opened to the public. After a magical inaugural ceremony on Saturday night, the reimagined second park at Disneyland Paris opened to the world. With it, the new World of Frozen and Adventure Way also opened. Disney Adventure World now invites guests to experience the worlds of Walt Disney Animation Studios,…
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Disneyland Kids’ Amateur Dog Show | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 29, 1958
On this day in 1958, the Disneyland First Annual Kids’ Amateur Dog Show began at the park. Children aged 6 to 14 competed in various contests with their dogs. The ten categories included largest dog, prettiest dog, best trick, longest ears, and best costume. The two-day event resulted in the finalists getting to walk their…
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Disneyland Paris Holds Ceremony for Opening of Disney Adventure World and World of Frozen
It was a cool evening in Disneyland Paris as dignitaries, celebrities, and other special guests celebrated the opening of World of Frozen and Disney Adventure World at Disneyland Paris. This comes a day after the French President, Emmanuel Macron, stopped by to visit the reimagined second park at Disneyland Paris. On hand for the event…
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Registration is Open for Mousequerade: The Ultimate Disney Costume Contest at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event
D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event is returning to Anaheim, California, on August 14, 15, and 16, 2026. This event, which lives up to its name, is packed with different offerings, panels, experiences, and presentations to be enjoyed by Disney fans throughout this weekend. One of these is the Mousequerade: The Ultimate Disney Costume Contest.…
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Elmer Elephant | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 28, 1936
On this day in 1936, the ‘Silly Symphony’ cartoon ‘Elmer Elephant’ was released in theaters. Elmer attends Tillie Tiger’s birthday party with a group of other animal children. They bully Elmer about his long trunk, and he becomes self-conscious about his appearance. After receiving some wise advice from an elder giraffe, Elmer uses his trunk…
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The Walt Disney Family Museum Announces ‘In the Director’s Chair with Frank Oz: In Conversation with Pete Docter’
The Walt Disney Family Museum has announced an event coming up in April that will feature Disney Legend Frank Oz. He will be interviewed by Pixar’s Chief Creative Officer, Pete Docter, about his career as a director. This event will take place on April 18, 2026, at the ILM Theater. Tickets are currently available for…
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“Capturing Life, Creating Character” Coming to the Muzeo Museum and Cultural Center in Anaheim Ahead of D23: Ultimate Disney Fan Event in August
D23 announced details about the D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. There will be weeklong events held throughout the City of Anaheim and the Disneyland Resort leading up to the big event, the weekend of August 14-16, 2026. One event involves the Walt Disney Archives and an exhibition at the Muzeo Museum and Cultural Center…
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Check Out the New Star Wars Day Merchandise Coming to Disney Store and Disney Parks
Star Wars Day, or May the 4th, is not that far away. Ahead of this day, when the galaxy comes together to celebrate all that is Star Wars, Disney Store and Disney Parks have revealed some of the new merchandise that will be available. The first reveal showcases the May the 4th Logo Collection. Take a…
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French President Emmanuel Macron Visits Disneyland Paris with Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro
On Friday, March 27, 2026, French President Emmanuel Macron visited Disney Adventure World at Disneyland Paris with Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro. This comes as the 2025 SETEC study, which determined that Disneyland Paris is Europe’s #1 tourist destination. Since 1992, when it opened, there have been over 445 million visits to Disneyland Paris. The visit…
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Disney Gives Behind-the-Scenes Look at ‘Disney Cascade of Lights’ Ahead of Disney Adventure World Debut
Disney Cascade of Lights will soon be lighting up the night around Adventure Bay at Disney Adventure World. This nighttime spectacular takes Disney magic and storytelling to a whole new level, which promises to wow guests when they visit Disneyland Paris. This show uses new storytelling techniques and technology as it tells a heroic narrative.…
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Disneyland Railroad | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 27, 1999
On this day in 1999, the Disneyland Railroad marked two important milestones. Steam Engine No. 2, the E. P. Ripley, was rededicated at the park after being fully restored. The E. P. Ripley ran at Disneyland on opening day in 1955 and had been in service ever since. It was known as Walt Disney’s favorite…
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New Leslie Iwerks Film to Debut at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event
A new film from acclaimed Disney filmmaker Leslie Iwerks was announced today. It will debut at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event this summer. Iwerks is behind the recently released documentary, Disneyland Handcrafted. The announcement about this new film was shared during a special media preview of D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event at The…
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2026 Disney Legend Class Revealed Ahead of D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event
D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event will be taking place on August 14, 15, and 16 this summer. When it does, there will be over 50 panels and presentations during these three magical days at the Anaheim Convention Center and Honda Center. The marquee presentations will take place at the Honda Center once each day.…