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Touring Walt Disney’s Office at the Walt Disney Studios
Disneyland Handcrafted will be arriving on Disney+ and on the Disney YouTube channel on January 22, 2026. When it does, fans will get an in-depth look at the year leading up to the opening of Disneyland. This includes never-before-seen footage of the ups and downs of constructing this first-of-its-kind park. It is a film that…
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Leslie Iwerks Gives Gift to Disney Fans with ‘Disneyland Handcrafted’
On Thursday, January 8, 2026, the world premiere of Disneyland Handcrafted was held at the Walt Disney Studios. This new documentary from Leslie Iwerks chronicles the year leading up to the opening of Disneyland. On hand for this special evening were Disney Legends, celebrities, members of the media, and D23 members. Blue Carpet Ahead of…
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Celebrate 25 Years of Disney California Adventure with a Magic Key Special Event
Disneyland Resort Magic Key Holders are invited to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Disney California Adventure with a special event taking place from February 5 to 15, 2026. All roads lead to this Magic Key event as Magic Key Holders are welcome to commemorate this milestone anniversary of Disney California Adventure Park. To participate in…
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Disneyana | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 9, 1976
On this day in 1976, the Disneyana Shop opened on Main Street U.S.A. at Disneyland. The store initially carried vintage souvenirs, collectables, artwork, and ephemera related to Disney. Eventually, it became difficult to source these rare items. The inventory changed to limited edition pieces and contemporary collectables, which remain in stock today. Disneyana was originally…
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Disney Named One of “America’s Most Iconic Companies” by TIME
TIME has recognized The Walt Disney Company as one of “America’s Most Iconic Companies.” This puts Disney on a list of 250 companies that were chosen because they have shaped the nation’s economic and cultural landscape. The list was put together as part of a feature highlighting the 250th anniversary of the United States of…
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VIDEO: Tour of Paradise Gardens Park at Disney California Adventure
The Disneyland Resort is embarking on an exciting period of growth and expansion. This comes as the DisneylandForward initiative turns from ideas into physical changes. Some of these things have been announced. Others will be in the future (hopefully D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event!). One of the announced projects is an attraction based on…
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Walt Disney | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 8, 1936
On this day in 1936, Walt Disney was awarded the National Order of the Legion of Honour, Chevalier by France. This national order of merit is the highest and most prestigious decoration in France. The recognition was established by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1802. Disney received the Legion of Honor distinction for his pioneering work in…
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Disney Finds Leads for Live-Action ‘Tangled’ Film
Disney has a live-action Tangled film in the works, and today it revealed who will be leading the movie. Australian actress Teagan Croft and Milo Manheim of Disney’s Zombies franchise will be taking on the roles of Rapunzel and Flynn Rider. The live-action remake of the 2010 Disney animated flick is being directed by Michael Gracey.…
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D23 Spotlight Series Event to Celebrate 25th Anniversary of Disney California Adventure
February 8, 2026 marks the 25th anniversary of the opening of Disney California Adventure. It opened as Disney’s California Adventure in 2001 featuring a theme park dedicated to all things California. From Hollywood to the national parks and even a beachside amusement area, Disney’s California Adventure was a unique Disney park that some didn’t quite…
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Disney Adventure Makes Way Across Atlantic Ocean Ahead of Maiden Voyage
The Disney Adventure is one step closer to officially joining the Disney Cruise Line Fleet. Earlier this week, the massive ship departed from Bremerhaven, Germany, and is currently making its way across the Atlantic Ocean. It is believed that the ship is on its way to Port Canaveral. This is before it makes its way…
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The Birthday Party | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 7, 1931
On this day in 1931, the Mickey Mouse cartoon ‘The Birthday Party’ was released. Minnie hosts a surprise party for Mickey with all of the early Disney characters attending, including Horace Horsecollar and Clarabelle Cow. Mickey is gifted a miniature piano, and the group celebrates with music and dancing. Mickey’s official birthday was not established…
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Grizzly River Run Closes For Annual Refurbishment at Disney California Adventure
Grizzly River Run closed this week for its annual refurbishment. On Monday, guests visiting the Disneyland Resort found this attraction closed and walled off when they passed by Grizzly Peak. This is a fairly common occurrence this time of year, as the weather isn’t overly conducive to riding a water attraction. Daps Magic team member…
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New ‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’ Photo Op Appears at Disney California Adventure
As the holidays come to a close, the Disneyland Resort is pivoting into the new year. There are some changes to be found throughout the resort. Some of these changes focus on the broader construction that is part of the DisneylandForward initiative. Others continue to focus on the stories being told by The Walt Disney…
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Adventures by Disney Reimagines Rhine River Cruise and New Munich Escape
Adventures by Disney has reimagined the Rhine River Cruise itinerary and the new Munich Escape. With these trips, guests can step into the lands that inspired many of the fairy tales that were turned into Disney movies. This includes getting to see the castle that inspired Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle! Today, Disney shared how they…
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2026: A Pivotal Year for Disney – Disney and positive stuff
In this episode, Mr. Daps discusses the upcoming year 2026, which he believes will be a pivotal time for the Walt Disney Company. He highlights the transition in leadership, the focus on quality in movies and streaming, and the exciting developments in Disney experiences, particularly in the parks. The conversation emphasizes the importance of the…
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Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 6, 2021
On this day in 2021, Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew opened their doors in Disney Springs at the Walt Disney World Resort. The specialty snack shop was a new concept designed specifically for the West Side of Disney Springs. It carries jumbo-sized, extravagantly-garnished donuts, gourmet cold brew coffees, and savory sandwiches, all known for being…
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Tokyo Disney Resort Celebrates 900 Millionth Guest
On April 15, 1983, Tokyo Disneyland opened. Now, 42 years and 266 days later, Tokyo Disney Resort welcomed its 900 millionth guest. Over the last four decades, millions of guests from Japan and around the world have been visiting Tokyo Disney Resort and experiencing the magic of two fantastic parks: Tokyo Disneyland, the first international…
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New Digital Sign Appears in Front of Soarin’ Around the World at Disney California Adventure
A new digital sign has appeared in front of Soarin’ Around the World at Disney California Adventure. The sign, which appears to be to help draw people into the attraction, stands right next to the main attraction sign. This new sign is fairly simple and directs guests with arrows towards the attraction. It appears this…
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Walt Disney World Resort Shares More Details About Summer Time Offerings
Walt Disney World Resort is a fun summer destination for many families. As they start thinking about their summer vacation plans, Disney has shared more details about the various offerings available at Walt Disney World Resort this summer. This includes new experiences, the return of Cool KIDS’ SUMMER, and the return of some other popular…
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Disney Legend Al Taliaferro | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 5, 1931
On this day in 1931, cartoonist and Disney Legend Al Taliaferro was first hired at Walt Disney Studios. He first acted as an inker for the “Mickey Mouse” and “Silly Symphony” newspaper comic strips. In 1938, he was inspired to argue for and create a new daily comic strip dedicated to Donald Duck. Notably, Taliaferro…
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VIDEO: Festmeister Hans und Die Sauerkrauts at Disney Festival of Holidays
There have been quite a few fun groups performing at Disney Festival of Holidays during the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort this year. One of these groups is Festmeister Hans und Die Sauerkrauts. This group is an upbeat polka group that brought the Hollywood Backlot Lounge stage to life on multiple dates throughout the season.…
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Mickey’s Polo Team | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 4, 1936
On this day in 1936, the cartoon ‘Mickey’s Polo Team’ was released. The short reflects Walt Disney’s own love of polo, a sport which caught the interest of Hollywood’s elite at the time. Mickey, Donald, Goofy, and the Big Bad Wolf take on movie stars Laurel and Hardy, Harpo Marx, and Charlie Chaplin in a…
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Disney Celebrates 250th Anniversary of United States of America in Tournament of Roses Parade
Disney is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States of America. This celebration began on Veterans’ Day in 2025 and continues through the 4th of July this year. Earlier this week, Disney participated in the 137th Rose Parade in Pasadena with an entry called Disney Celebrates America. This is part of a larger initiative that…
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Disney and positive stuff
Happy New Year! As we kick this year off, we are changing some things up a bit. We are constantly striving to analyze and adjust what we do here at Daps Magic. One of the things we are adjusting is Daps Magic (the Podcast). In an effort to make things simpler and provide clarity of…
