Tag: CHOC Walk
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Spreading Smiles: Minnie Walk Unites Disney and Community in Bringing Joy to Children at CHOC
On Wednesday, July 16, 2023, a very special event happened at the Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) for the young patients who find themselves receiving care there. Representatives from Disney and other community organizations came together with CHOC to put on this year’s Minnie Walk. The Minnie Walk brings the magic of Disneyland and…
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UPDATE: CHOC Walk Pickle Milkshake Challenge
Last week on GEEKS CORNER, the CHOC Walk Pickle Milkshake Challenge came into being. The premise behind this challenge is that if both Mr. Daps and Caitie Bear raise $250 each, they would make and then eat Pickle Milkshakes utilizing the pickles that they made on a previous episode. One pickle flavor is spicy and…
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A Birthday and a World Premiere – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #669
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week there is a lot of ground to cover including an update to the CHOC Walk Pickle Milkshake Challenge, Disneyland’s Birthday, Bob Iger’s contract extension, the world premiere of Haunted Mansion, San Fransokyo Square’s official opening date, and also Queenie and the Jambalaya Jazz Band performing on the Rivers of…
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Guide to CHOC Walk in the Park 2023
The CHOC Walk in the Park presented by Disneyland® Resort is back for 2023, and Daps Magic is counting down the days until August 20th! Our Team Daps Magic is coming together, but there’s always room for more friends! Have you thought about joining, but didn’t know how to start or what’s involved? Are you already part…
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Hurray for Jollywood! – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #665
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week the Geeks have a lot of ground to cover during the show. The show starts with a discussion about CHOC Walk and why people should join the Daps Magic team at chocwalk.org/dapsmagic. Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom is getting its water tower. What do you think of it?…
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Gwen Stefani to Perform at the Honda Center and Also Support CHOC!
Gwen Stefani is returning to perform at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California on September 9, 2023. When she does so, some of the proceeds from the tickets sold will be going to support the Children’s Hospital of Orange County, more commonly known as CHOC. Gwen Stefani Tickets Tickets go on sale for this concert…
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Check Out the Prizes For the 2023 CHOC Walk in the Park!
CHOC Walk in the Park will be returning to the Disneyland Resort on August 20, 2023 (join Daps Magic’s team here!). When it does, thousands of supporters will be making their way through the theme parks in the early morning as they make a difference for the children that receive care at the Children’s Hospital…
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3 Reasons to Walk in This Year’s CHOC Walk in the Park
On Sunday, August 20, 2023, the CHOC Walk in the Park will be making its triumphant return after a hiatus and reimagining as an adventure due to the pandemic. When it returns, thousands of supporters will be gathering in the early hours of the morning to walk through Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. Team Daps…
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Details and Date Released for 2023 CHOC Walk in the Park!
An annual Southern California tradition that does a lot of good is returning to the Disneyland Resort this summer. The 2023 CHOC Walk is returning again and thousands of walkers will be seen in the parks early in the morning on August 20, 2023 as they raise funds and awareness for the Children’s Hospital of…
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CHOC Walk Returns to the Parks For 2023
CHOC Walk is returning to the Disneyland Resort parks in 2023. During a special kickoff event, the news was shared with supporters of the CHOC Walk and media. This is the first time that the CHOC Walk will have supporters walking through the parks again since 2019. Since then, there has been a virtual CHOC…
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A Weekend of Adventures – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #623
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week the GEEKS are anticipating a very warm weekend as the show gets started. They chat about how to combat the heat that is supposed to reach triple digits. As they pivot into the main portion of the show, they take a moment to remember Disney Legend Ron Logan. Logan…
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CHOC Adventure is TODAY! Here is How You Can Still Support!
CHOC Adventure, celebrating 30 years of the CHOC Walk in the Park, is today! This year’s event is a part with a purpose in Disney California Adventure. It will include special offerings like a private showing of World of Color and Choco treats (a portion of the proceeds donated to the CHOC Foundation). Disney friends…
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With a New Month Comes New Minimums for CHOC Adventure!
The minimums for CHOC Adventure have been changed as the Month of the event begins. CHOC has shared that the minimums for this year’s 30th-anniversary celebration of the CHOC Walk have been lowered. In an email that was sent out, the following message was shared: We want to raise as much support as possible for…
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Fundraising Deadline to Attend CHOC Adventure Extended!
The fundraising deadline for those wishing to attend the CHOC Adventure at Disney California Adventure on August 27, 2022, has been extended. The new deadline is August 20, 2022. This adds 15 days of fundraising for those wishing to attend and raise money for the Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC). Funds must be turned…
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Adventures and Anniversaries – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #617
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week is an exciting week full of adventure and anniversaries! The adventure is the CHOC Adventure, coming to Disney California Adventure on August 27th. The GEEKS welcome Assistant Vice President Community Engagement Zach Abrams to the show. Together they enjoy a chat about CHOC Walk and CHOC Adventure. To join…
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It’s an Adventure – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! Join Mr. DAPs each week as he goes through the top five Disneya nd geek stories of the week. Let’s get to this week’s top news, shall we? DISNEY Reporter Headlines CHOC Adventure Is The Party Of All Parties To Celebrate 30 Years Of CHOC Walk In The Park https://dapsmagic.com/2022/07/choc-adventure-is-the-party-of-all-parties-to-celebrate-30-years-of-choc-walk-in-the-park/…
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CHOC Adventure is the Party of All Parties to Celebrate 30 Years of CHOC Walk in the Park
On August 27, 2022, supporters of CHOC will descend on Disney California Adventure for a night full of magic in celebration of CHOC Walk’s 30th anniversary. Because of the global events of the last two years, the 30th anniversary of CHOC Walk in the Park has not been able to be celebrated properly. This year,…
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Reimagined CHOC Walk Announced for August 27
Today it was announced that to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the CHOC Walk, are reimagined version will be held on Saturday, August 27, 2022. An email was sent out today by CHOC announcing what is being called CHOC Adventure in the Park. The email shared the following: We’re honoring the 30th anniversary of the…
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Merry Little GEEKMAS – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 1210 (#584)
Welcome to another GEEKMAS episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week, we have a lot of really exciting things happening in the show with some very special guests. First off, we are really excited to welcome Zach Abrams from CHOC (Children’s Hospital of Orange County) to the show to talk about Deck the Halls! This special…
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Join Me In Helping Make The Virtual CHOC Walk a Complete Success!
On Saturday, May 22, 2021, thousands of people came together to participate in the 2021 Virtual CHOC Walk Presented by Disneyland! The day was full of fun as people from around the world came together to support CHOC during this event! After the virtual event, there was also a post-walk “stream-a-thon”. Gamers came together to…
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Virtual CHOC Walk Kicks off with Disney Magic, New Memories, and Lots of Heart!
The CHOC Walk is a bit different this year. Because of the pandemic, this year’s CHOC Walk is being celebrated virtually. The event, which is usually held at the Disneyland Resort, took to the internet on the afternoon of May 22 and then to local neighborhoods as thousands of people walked to raise money and…
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100 Years of History Before Your Very Eyes – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! Each week we share the top five headlines of the week from DAPS MAGIC’s Disney and geek news! This week, there was a LOT of ground to cover! First off, Knott’s Berry Farm is now celebrating 100 years of history and memories! This week, the DAPS MAGIC team was on…
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Disney Imagineer and Former “CHOC Kid” Helps Bring Magic and Smiles to Children’s Hospitals
We are just two days away from the first-ever virtual CHOC Walk in the Park! To celebrate this incredible fundraising experience, Disney is highlighting Disney Imagineer Katie Barnes, who spent years growing up in the Children’s Hospital of Orange County. Barnes has had the opportunity to create magic in children’s hospitals, even CHOC! “The first…
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5 Reasons to Join CHOC Walk Today!
Things have been a bit different for CHOC Walk. Traditionally, thousands of people would descend on the Disneyland Resort very early on a Sunday morning. Together, they walk through the parks to raise money and awareness for the Children’s Hospital of Orange County. However, due to the pandemic, this has not been an option and…