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Ultimate Guide to Chinese New Year at Shanghai Disney Resort and Hong Kong Disneyland Resort
The Year of the Dragon and Chinese New Year celebrations at Shanghai Disney Resort and Hong Kong Disneyland Resort are in full swing with amazing only-at-Disney experiences, including special Dragon-themed fireworks, unique and elegant “Dragon-scale” character outfits, and more. With the official start of Chinese New Year right around the corner, here is a handy…
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New Window Honoring Floyd Norman Appears at Disney California Adventure for Black History Month
A new window that honors Disney Legend Floyd Norman has appeared at Disney California Adventure as Black History Month begins. The window is found in Hollywood Land and is a celebration of this amazing artist’s diverse career. Floyd came to Disney in the 1950’s and started out as an in-betweener and animator on Sleeping Beauty,…
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Society Dog Show | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 3, 1939
On this day in 1939, the animated short ‘Society Dog Show’ was released. In the cartoon, Mickey enters Pluto in a fancy dog show, but they get kicked out after a run-in with the judge. Not giving up, Mickey enters a nervous Pluto as a roller skating trick dog. A fire breaks out and Pluto…
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The Walt Disney Company Announces Annual Shareholder Meeting and Makes Case for Board Nominees
The Walt Disney Company has announced that this year’s annual shareholder meeting will be held on April 3, 2024. Along with announcing this year’s annual meeting, the company also made a case for why its nominees should be elected to the board of directors. This comes as Nelson Peltz and his Trian Group continues to…
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The Walt Disney Company Celebrates Black History Month
Throughout the month, Disney will honor and ‘give flowers’ of recognition to creators, storytellers, and magic makers for their contributions to culture The Walt Disney Company is committed to celebrating and inspiring a more inclusive world through the creation of authentic stories, experiences and products that capture the imagination of all people. Disney is celebrating Black heritage…
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Disney Heads into the Future on the Apple Vision Pro
“Times and conditions change so rapidly that we must keep our aim constantly focused on the future.” The Walt Disney Company has been a pillar of creativity since its inception in 1923. However, as Walt’s words above show, the company has also been at the forefront of technological advancements for more than 100 years. From…
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Disney UNCF Corporate Scholars Named For 2024 Cohort
The Walt Disney Company and UNCF (United Negro College Fund) announced the 2024 Disney UNCF Corporate Scholars, representing high-achieving students from four-year institutions across the country, including many historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). The scholars will receive financial support, mentorship, and internship opportunities.
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World-famous Pianist Lang Lang Made His Debut at “Disney Classic Live in Concert Presents Lang Lang” at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort
HONG KONG, JANUARY 28, 2024 — Last night, Hong Kong Disneyland was filled with the enchanting sounds of piano music as the world-famous pianist Lang Lang presented his one-night-only event, “Disney Classic Live in Concert Presents Lang Lang,” on the stage of the Castle of Magical Dreams for the first time. Inspired by the theme song…
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Tony Jay | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 2, 1933
On this day in 1933, British actor Tony Jay was born. Disney fans will recognize his deep, commanding voice from his portrayals of Judge Frollo in ‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame,’ the asylum owner Monsieur D’Arque in ‘Beauty and the Beast,’ Shere Khan in ‘TaleSpin’ and ‘The Jungle Book 2,’ and the narrator of ‘Treasure…
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The Walt Disney Company Highlights Strength of its Highly Qualified Board and Clear Strategy to Deliver Growth and Shareholder Value
BURBANK, Calif., February 1, 2024 – The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) today sent a letter to shareholders outlining the strength of the Board of Directors and its oversight of Disney’s strategy and management team as the Company navigates a new era of building that will drive meaningful growth and shareholder value creation well into the…
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Disney Appeals Lawsuit Against Governor DeSantis After Judge’s Dismissal
Disney is appealing a judge’s decision to dismiss its lawsuit against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and other Florida leaders. Judge Allen Winsor of U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida in Tallahassee dismissed the initial lawsuit in its entirety on Wednesday. Disney had sued the Governor and other Florida leaders alleging that the…
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Disneyland Resort Offers Exclusive Magic Key Disney PhotoPass Magic Shot for Black History Month
The Disneyland Resort is celebrating Black History Month, and it will feature some great Celebrate Soulfully offerings. One of those Celebrate Soulfully offerings is exclusive to Disneyland Resort Magic Key Holders. A Disney PhotoPass Magic Shot featuring Tiana will be available daily through February 29. This will happen from 10am to 4:30pm daily. Just look…
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Shades of Green | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 1, 1994
On this day in 1994, Shades of Green opened at Walt Disney World. Formerly known as The Disney Inn, the property was first leased by the U.S. Department of Defense and then purchased outright. The resort would become an Armed Forces Recreation Center for members of the military and their families. The new name paid…
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A One-Of-A-Kind Disney and Make-A-Wish Surprise Granted
The Disneyland Hotel at Disneyland Paris had an exciting reopening recently, and a special 5-year-old Make-A-Wish child made history as the first-ever person to step foot inside the hotel. Marie’s wish was to become a princess. With a bit of pixie dust, Make-A-Wish France and Disneyland Paris granted her wish and issued a royal invitation as…
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Federal Judge Dismisses Disney Free Speech Lawsuit Against Governor DeSantis
A federal judge has dismissed Disney’s lawsuit against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis that alleged the governor and other Florida officials violated its First Amendment rights. This comes as Governor DeSantis and the other defendants had argued that the case should be dismissed because Disney couldn’t sue over constitutionally enacted state laws. “Disney lacks standing to…
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Percy Jackson Exhibit Debuts at Walt Disney World Resort
A limited-time exhibit has arrived at Walt Disney World Resort for fans who love Percy Jackson and the Olympians. This exhibit features artifacts and costumes from the show, a photo op and an inside look at the series which chronicles a quest set out by Percy Jackson (son of Poseidon), Annabeth Chase (daughter of Athena)…
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Communicore East & West | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 31, 1994
On this day in 1994, CommuniCore East and West at EPCOT in Walt Disney World closed to make way for Innoventions. Located in two buildings behind Spaceship Earth, CommuniCore served as the heart of EPCOT. It wove together the themes and concepts presented in Future World while showcasing technological advancements. A reimagined CommuniCore Hall will…
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Tokyo Disney Resort Announces New Nighttime Spectacular for 2024
The Tokyo Disney Resort has announced that it will be debuting a new nighttime spectacular on September 20, 2024. This new show will utilize projection mapping technology on Cinderella Castle along with lighting, pyrotechnics, and special effects. Disney shared that these show elements will be a part of bringing many beloved characters to life “as…
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Joe Gardner, From Disney & Pixar’s ‘Soul,’ Brings Lobby to Life With Musical Gifts at Pixar Place Hotel
Guests visiting the Pixar Place Hotel on the morning January 30, 2024, were delighted to hear and see Joe Gardner, from Disney and Pixar’s Soul, tickling the ivy of a piano in the lobby. Joe can be found at the bottom of a special stairway that is themed with different icons and imagery from Soul.…
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Alice in Wonderland Days | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 30, 1971
On this day in 1971, the two-day Alice in Wonderland Days event began at Disneyland. The celebration included a parade and meet-and-greet opportunities at Alpine Gardens with Alice, the White Rabbit, the Mad Hatter, and the Walrus. Alice in Wonderland Days would be one of 13 weekends in 1971 dedicated to favorite Disney characters. Other…
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GEEK EATS: Disney Parks Foods of Black History Month and Celebrate Soulfully 2024
Disney California Adventure Guides, Disney Springs Guides, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Guides, Disney’s Hollywood Studios Guides, Disneyland Park Guides, Disneyland Resort, Disneyland Resort Guides, EPCOT Guides, Food News, Geek Eats, Guides, Magic Kingdom Guides, Parks, Walt Disney World Resort, Walt Disney World Resort GuidesFebruary is Black History Month. Both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts are celebrating this month by joining it with the ongoing Celebrate Soulfully celebration in the parks with some incredible new food and beverage offerings. Throughout the year, there is music, food, and artwork celebrating Black cultures at Disney Parks to enjoy. In February,…
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Grand Canyon | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 29, 1959
On this day in 1959, the live-action documentary, ‘Grand Canyon’ was released in theaters in front of ‘Sleeping Beauty.’ ‘Grand Canyon’ depicts sweeping vistas of the canyon’s south rim and its animal life, stirringly set to Ferde Grofé’s “Grand Canyon Suite.” It would win an Academy Award for Best Short Subject. A diorama reproducing scenes…
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GEEK EATS: Cheesy Enchilada Soup Recipe From Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Cafe at Disney California Adventure Park
With National Soup Day coming on February 4, Disney has shared multiple soup recipes for fans to make at home. This includes the Curry, Carrot, and Apple Soup from Disney Cruise Line and others! Today, we are happy to share a delicious recipe that came originally from Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Cafe at Disney California…
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Spacehip Earth Hot Air Balloon | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 28, 2009
On this day in 2009, an 80-foot-tall hot air balloon shaped like Spaceship Earth took to the skies above EPCOT. A lucky family won the experience, along with a VIP trip to Walt Disney World. It was as part of the Disney Dreams Giveaway, which came out of Disney’s Year of a Million Dreams celebration…