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‘Haunted Mansion’ Revealed as Movie of the Week at Downtown Disney District
Throughout Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort, Downtown Disney District has been hosting movie nights on Wednesday evenings. These have become quite popular with people showing up early to get the best spots and the entire lawn near the Downtown Disney LIVE! stage. Each week, a different Halloween movie has been shown. This week, the…
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Disney Unveils New Explore Disney+ Hub on Streaming Service
Disney+ continues to grow and evolve. In the coming months, it will be absorbing Hulu when the standalone app becomes a part of Disney’s flagship streaming service. As things continue to move forward, Disney has announced Explore Disney+. This is a hub on Disney+ that will help people navigate the changes on Disney’s streaming service…
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New 2025 Holiday Collection Revealed by Disney and Macy’s
The holiday season is already almost here! As it gets closer, Disney and Macy’s have shared a new holiday collection. This new collection is rather extensive and includes offerings from the realm of fashion, beauty, and fandom, with an assortment spanning apparel, accessories, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade keepsakes, one-of-a-kind toys, home décor, and more. This collection…
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Disney Legend Don Hahn to Be Honored by The Walt Disney Family Museum
The Walt Disney Family Museum is going to honor Disney Legend Don Hahn. On Tuesday, November 10, 2025, the Academy Award-nominated producer will be given the Diane Disney Miller Lifetime Achievement Award. Hahn will be honored for his outstanding achievements in filmmaking and his longtime support of the museum as a Board Advisory Committee member.…
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Twitches | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 14, 2005
On this day in 2005, the Disney Channel Original Movie ‘Twitches’ debuted. The film was based on a teen book series of the same name by H. B. Gilmour and Randi Reisfeld. It follows twin witches who were separated at birth, played by Tia and Tamera Mowry. They only realize their magic powers when they…
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Health and Wellness Programming Revealed by Storyliving by Disney and Optum
This fall, there are some new and exciting wellness offerings coming to Cotino – A Storyliving by Disney Community. Along with the magic of Disney coming to Cotino in Rancho Mirage, California, there will also be the opportunity for residents to become members of the voluntary Artisan Club. This opens doors to go on a…
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New Military-Inspired Merchandise Arrives at Disney Parks in the United States
Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort now have new military-inspired merchandise on their shelves. This marks the third year that the Disney Parks have brought this type of collection that can be found at select stores. The new collection arrives before Veterans Day on November 11. Cappy Surette shared about this new collection on…
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D23 Hosting “The Happiest Place on Earth” Spotlight Series Event at The Walt Disney Family Museum
D23 has announced that in November, it will be hosting its next Spotlight Series event at The Walt Disney Family Museum. This event will continue the celebration of Disneyland’s 70th anniversary with Disney Legends Don Hahn and Tony Baxter. “The Happiest Place on Earth” will see the two Disney legends sharing a presentation about Disneyland…
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Mom’s Got a Date with a Vampire | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 13, 2000
On this day in 2000, The Disney Channel Original Movie ‘Mom’s Got a Date with a Vampire’ premiered (on Friday the 13th!). The teenage Hansen kids need a way to distract their single mom so they can go out for the evening, even though they are grounded. They set her up with a mysterious man…
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Getting the Most Out of a Visit to Disney Springs
There are a LOT of things to do at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort. With over 150 dining options, brands, and entertainment offerings, it can be daunting to try and figure out what to do when visiting. Thankfully, below are some different guides for getting the most out of Disney Springs. Whether you…
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Mulholland Madness | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 12, 2010
On this day in 2010, Mulholland Madness closed at Disney’s California Adventure. As an opening day attraction, Mulholland Madness was a tribute to Mulholland Drive in Los Angeles, a 55-mile-long road that connects the city to the Hollywood Hills and the Santa Monica Mountains. The attraction was themed with a giant map, road signs, punny…
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D23 Offering Tours of Walt Disney Birthplace
This holiday season, D23 will be offering tours of the Walt Disney Birthplace in Chicago, Illinois. The tours will take place on December 21, 2025, and will cost $30 for Gold Members or $35 for General Members of D23. There will also be a $3 processing fee. The experience will include a guided tour of…
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Walt Disney World President Jeff Vahle Appointed to University of Central Florida Board of Trustees by Governor Ron DeSantis
In what appears to be a change in temperature in the relationship between Governor Ron DeSantis and Disney, Walt Disney World Resort President Jeff Vahle has been appointed to the University of Central Florida Board of Trustees. The move comes after several years of acrimony between the Florida Governor and The Walt Disney Company. The…
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Disneyland Ticket Books | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 11, 1955
On this day in 1955, the first ticket books debuted at Disneyland. When the park opened in July, guests paid a $1 admission fee at the main gate and then separately for each attraction at ticket booths nearby. Conceived by Public Relations Director Ed Ettinger, the ticket books streamlined the guest experience. Three “A,” two…
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Geek Eats: Disney Parks Desserts Cookbook’s Peanut Butter & Jelly Cupcake Recipe
The new The Official Disney Parks Desserts Cookbook: Remembering 101 Sweet Delicious Disney Recipes cookbook is full of sweet treats that are found at Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort, Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, and Disney Cruise Line. These recipes were collected by Pam Brandon and Disney chefs from these destinations to create this…
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VIDEO: Main Street Philharmonic at Walt Disney World Resort
The Main Street Philharmonic is the marching band at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. The band is made up of twelve members who play brass and percussion instruments. Throughout a day of performances, the band plays classic marches, Disney songs, and more that are both new and old. The specific times and locations that they…
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D23 Announces End of Year Sale at The Walt Disney Company Store
D23 has announced a special event that will allow Gold Members to get some shopping done before the end of the year (and before the holidays!). The End of Year Sale with The Walt Disney Company Store is a chance for D23 members to go shopping at The Walt Disney Company Store. The shopping opportunity…
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Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards Names Disney #1 Large Ship Cruise Line
The Disney Cruise Line has been honored by the Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards. This year, Disney was named the #1 Large Ship Cruise Line. The accolade was given after 757,109 votes were tallied for the 38th annual Readers’ Choice Awards survey. Readers of Condé Nast Traveler shared their opinions on a wide range…
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The Gorilla Mysters | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 10, 1930
On this day in 1930, the Mickey Mouse short ‘The Gorilla Mystery’ was released. When a dangerous gorilla escapes from the zoo and captures Minnie in her own home, Mickey rushes to save her. The gorilla was later named “Beppo,” the same ape featured in two 1933 shorts. ‘The Gorilla Mystery’ shows Disney’s progress with…
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Banana Ball Headed to Walt Disney World Resort in 2026
Today, it was announced that Banana Ball is headed to the Walt Disney World Resort in 2026. The announcement was made on the Banana Ball YouTube channel, Disney+, ESPN2, and ESPN+. Unsurprisingly, the video was full of energy, dance, and other antics that one would associate with Banana Ball. This even included fireworks! During the…
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Disney Magic Match 3D Coming to Mobile Devices
A new mobile game has arrived from Disney. Called Disney Magic Match 3D, this is a collaboration of Disney and Pixar Games. The upcoming mobile game is now open for pre-registration on iOS and Android. In Disney Magic Match 3D, players step into a visually rich, tactile world where beloved Disney and Pixar items have…
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Walt Disney World Resort Cast Members Honored with Walt Disney Legacy Award
It is the time of year when cast members are honored with the Walt Disney Legacy Award (read more about this award here). This award is given to cast members who were nominated by their peers for being inspiring and continuing the legacy of Walt Disney. These cast members continue to “Dream, Create, and Inspire”…
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Screenings of ‘The Emperor’s New Groove’ Coming to The Walt Disney Family Museum
The Walt Disney Family Museum is showing the fan-favorite animated movie The Emperor’s New Groove on select weekends throughout October and November. The movie is currently celebrating its 25th anniversary. The Emperor’s New Groove tells the story of Emperor Kuzco, who lives his grandiose life always following the same “groove” and never questioning what he…
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City of Avalon Gives Preferential Access to Disney Cruise Line
The City of Avalon City Council voted this week to give preferential access to the Disney Cruise Line. This agreement between the city and the Disney Cruise Line was approved unanimously. It will bring a minimum of 120,000 Disney Cruise Line passengers to Catalina Island per year through September 2030. The agreement also has the…