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“Celebrate Soulfully” During Black History Month at Walt Disney World Resort
Walt Disney World Resort is thrilled to “Celebrate Soulfully” during Black History Month in February with vibrant art, soul-stirring music, savory soul food and a limited-edition pin, embracing the richness of Black heritage. Through the talents of wonderful cast members and collaborations with a myriad of Black-owned businesses, you can “Celebrate Soulfully” across the resort…
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Susanne Blakeslee | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 27, 1956
On this day in 1956, voice actress Susanne Blakeslee was born. Disney fans will recognize her work as the current voice of legendary villains Maleficent, the Evil Queen, Lady Tremaine, and Cruella DeVil. Her talents can also be heard when riding Haunted Mansion Holiday at Disneyland, where she portrays Madame Leota. Blakeslee’s theme park credits…
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VIDEO: Vocal Seoul Arrives at 2024 Lunar New Year Celebration at Disney California Adventure
On Friday, January 26, 2024, the Korean a capella group Vocal Seoul made its return to Sonoma Terrace for the Lunar New Year celebration at Disney California Adventure. This is the second year that this group has performed at this celebration. Daps Magic was on hand for the first performance of the group. The group…
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D23 Announces 15th Anniversary Celebration at Disney Springs
D23 is celebrating its 15th anniversary. To celebrate, there will be a special event at Disney Springs at Splitsville Luxury Lanes. It will be a night of celebrating with food, bowling, memories, special gift, and more. Tickets for this event can be purchased on the D23 website. D23 was founded on March 10, 2009 and…
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Fans Say Goodbye to Country Bear Jamboree at Walt Disney World
A Walt Disney World opening day attraction is about to close and be reimagined. Today, fans stopped by Frontierland in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom for one last showing of the Country Bear Jamboree. Fans could be seen lined up to see one last show as lines stretched out of the theater and into Frontierland.…
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GEEK EATS: Curry, Carrot, and Apple Soup Recipe from Disney Cruise Line
February 4 is National Soup Day. Ahead of this celebration, Disney Eats has released some soup recipes from across the different Disney parks and Disney Cruise Line. The first soup that was shared is a recipe for the Disney Cruise Line’s Curry, Carrot, and Apple Soup. This recipe can be made plant-based by using plant-based…
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Disney Dream | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 26, 2011
On this day in 2011, the Disney Dream, the third ship to join the Disney Cruise Line, was christened and set sail on her maiden voyage to the Bahamas. Jennifer Hudson, a former entertainer on sister ship the Disney Wonder, christened the Disney Dream and is known as the Godmother of the ship. The Disney…
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Things to Know About the 2024 Lunar New Year Celebration at Disney California Adventure
The Lunar New Year celebration at Disney California Adventure started on January 23. This celebration continues and celebrates the “Year of the Dragon” through February 18th and is full of entertainment, foods, activities, merchandise, and more! It also has the arrival of Meilin Lee and Ming Lee from Disney and Pixar’s Turning Red. On the…
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Disney Ultimate Toy Drive 2023 Sets New Holiday Records
For over 75 years, Disney has supported the Marine Toys for Tots Program to help deliver millions of toys to children and families in need during the holiday season. This year, we continued the tradition with the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive, including toy collections at Disney stores, Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort, Disney Springs…
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Disney and Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Agree on June Trial Date
Disney and the Governor DeSantis controlled Central Florida Tourism Oversight District have reached an agreement for when a trial will be held regarding a public records lawsuit. This lawsuit was brought by Disney against Governor DeSantis and the district and accuses both parties withholding public records it had requested as part of another ongoing lawsuit.The…
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New Castle Experience Opens At Shanghai Disney Resort
A new Disney Royal-themed experience, Castle Encounters, inside the Enchanted Storybook Castle is now open at Shanghai Disney Resort. Enchanted Storybook Castle, the dramatic landmark at the heart of Shanghai Disney Resort, is the largest and most interactive of the 6 Disney Castles. The opening of Castle Encounters provides guests with an exciting new opportunity…
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John Sibley | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 25, 1912
On this day in 1912, animator John Sibley was born. He was known as the “Goof Master” at Disney Studios because he was Goofy’s lead animator on over 40 shorts. He is also known for his animation work on ‘Sleeping Beauty,’ ‘101 Dalmatians,’ ‘Lady and the Tramp,’ ‘The Sword in the Stone,’ ‘The Legend of…
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runDisney Reveals Details About 2024 Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon Weekend
This fall the Disneyland Resort will be hosting the runDisney’s newest half marathon weekend. The 2024 Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon Weekend will perhaps be the spookiest run through and around the Disneyland Resort. This week, runDisney has revealed details about the events on the weekend of September 5-8, 2024. The weekend will include spooky events…
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Patina Restaurant Group Reveals More About Tiendita by Chef Carlos Gaytán Ahead of Downtown Disney District Arrival
The Patina Restaurant Group has revealed more information about its new quick service restaurant, Tiendita by Chef Carlos Gaytán, which is coming to Downtown Disney District sometime this spring. When it opens, the restaurant will offer Michelin-starred Chef Gaytán’s heritage flavors on the go, with quick service Mexican street-food staples. “Tiendita is the perfect accompaniment to…
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Disney Cruise Line Reveals New Bahamian-Inspired Outfits That Are Exclusively For Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point
Today the Disney Cruise Line revealed new Bahamian-inspired outfits for Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse. These outfits will be worn by the duo exclusively when guest visit them at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point! This is on the island of Eleuthera. They were specially designed by the acclaimed Bahamian fashion designer, Theodore Elyett. Disney…
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The Walt Disney Company Earns 20 Oscar® Nominations
Nominations for the 96th Oscars® were announced today, with films from across The Walt Disney Company combining to earn 20 Academy Award® nominations. Congratulations to the teams at Walt Disney Studios, including 20th Century Studios, Lucasfilm Ltd., Marvel Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, and Searchlight Pictures, as well as Disney Branded Television, Disney+, Hulu, and National Geographic Documentary…
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Finding Nemo: The Musical | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 24, 2007
On this day in 2007, the stage show ‘Finding Nemo: The Musical’ premiered in Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World. It was the first time Disney had created a musical show for the parks out of a non-musical movie. As a result, all of its songs had to be written especially for the show.…
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Check Out These New to 2024 Disney Ears
One of the most iconic accessories for a Disney guest to wear to their favorite Disney park is Disney Ears. These are incredibly popular and can be found in a wide array of designs and colors. There is a design for just about any type of Disney fan. Below is a look at 11 new…
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Mei Lee and Ming Lee Arrive at Disney California Adventure for Lunar New Year Celebration
Today marks the start of the Lunar New Year celebration at Disney California Adventure. This celebration is full of entertainment, incredible foods, merchandise and Disney friends. Two of the Disney friends are Mei Lee and Ming Lee from Disney and Pixar’s Turning Red. The mother and daughter duo meet on San Fransisco Street, near the…
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Entertainment Guide: 2024 Lunar New Year Celebration at Disney California Adventure
From January 23 through February 18, the Lunar New Year celebration will be held at Disney California Adventure. This celebration for the “Year of the Dragon” includes culinary delights, fun festivities and Disney Characters, and some incredible entertainment. This will include Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession and also Hurry Home – A Lunar New Year…
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Neck ‘n’ Neck | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 23, 1928
On this day in 1928, the Oswald the Lucky Rabbit animated short ‘Neck ‘n’ Neck’ was released. In the cartoon, Oswald and Ortensia go for a ride in his jalopy, but soon end up in a race with the police! It was long thought that the film for ‘Neck ‘n’ Neck’ had been lost. Actually,…
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Disneyland Resort Provides More Downtown Disney District Updates on Parkside Market, Earl of Sandwich, and More!
The Disneyland Resort revealed updates about the future of Parkside Market, Earl of Sandwich, and more for the ongoing transformation of the Downtown Disney District. Below is a look at some of the new and returning locations that are coming to the Downtown Disney District! Parkside Market First off, Parkside Market will be a two-story…
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Disney Animation/Kugali Original Series “Iwájú” To Stream On Disney+ Beginning February 28
All Six Episodes of “Iwájú” Stream on Disney+ Beginning Feb. 28, 2024 Behind-the-Scenes Documentary “Iwájú: A Day Ahead,” Produced by ABC News Studios and Disney Animation, Also Debuts Feb. 28, 2024 Walt Disney Animation Studios’ collaboration with Pan-African entertainment company Kugali has culminated in the all-new six-part series “Iwájú,” streams exclusively on Disney+ beginning Feb. 28,…
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The Book of Pooh | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 22, 2001
On this day in 2001, the TV series ‘The Book of Pooh’ premiered on Playhouse Disney. It would be the third television series to feature Winnie the Pooh and his friends from the Hundred Acre Wood. Instead of animation, the show used puppets in the ancient Japanese “bunraku” style. ‘The Book of Pooh’ has the…