Tag: Disney Geek News
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Disney Reveals First Look at New ‘Frozen Ever After’ Audio-Animatronic Figures at EPCOT
Frozen Ever After is scheduled to reopen at EPCOT tomorrow with updated Audio-Animatronic figures. The updates are focused on the faces, with the technology being updated from a projection technology to a much more advanced, fully-articulated physical face. This is utilizing technology that was originally developed and utilized by the Hong Kong Disneyland version of…
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James Van Der Beek Dies at Age 48
Actor James Van Der Beek has passed away at the age of 48. The news was shared by his wife, Kimberly, who posted the following statement on Instagram: James Van Der Beek is most known for playing Dawson Leery in Dawson’s Creek on WB. He announced that he had Stage 3 colorectal cancer in November…
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New Details Released About 2026 EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival
Walt Disney World Resort has released new details about the 2026 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival. This includes a lineup of who will be a part of the Garden Rocks Concert Series and teases about the over 60 character topiaries that guests will be able to experience. There will also be other experiences and outdoor…
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D23 Announces Gold Member Advance Screenings of Disney and Pixar’s Hoppers
D23 has announced a series of events that will allow D23 Gold Members to see Disney and Pixar’s Hoppers before it arrives in theaters on March 6, 2026. The screenings will be offered in cities around the country between February 28th and March 2nd. Tickets for these screenings will go on sale on Friday, February…
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‘Descendants/ZOMBIES Worlds Collide: Concert Special’ Coming to Disney+ and Disney Channel
Disney has announced that Descendants/ZOMBIES Worlds Collide: Concert Special is coming to Disney+ and the Disney Channel. Fans will be able to relive the excitement of this concert from the comfort of home, starting on February 19, 2026, on Disney Channel. It will be available to stream the following day on Disney+. This special will…
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Disney Legend Paige O’Hara to Appear at Disney Fine Art Kiosk at EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Disney Fine Art has brought in some incredible artists throughout this year’s EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. The festival has featured Disney Fine Art, bringing in artists such as Tony Baxter, Bret Iwan, Heather Edwards, Tim Rogerson, and many more. This week, Disney Legend Paige O’Hara will be found with her artwork at the…
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‘Disney Weddings’ Album Released by Disney Fairytale Weddings
Disney Fairytale Weddings is celebrating 35 years of helping people have the most magical happily ever afters ever. Throughout February, there are new announcements being made to celebrate this milestone. The month started with the announcement that couples will be able to celebrate weddings and renewals on the front steps of the Haunted Mansion. Today,…
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What Makes a Bowl Super? – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #802
In this episode of Geeks Corner, hosts Mr. Daps and Caitie discuss various topics surrounding the Super Bowl, including trivia, commercials, and Disney’s involvement. They delve into the new Pixar movie ‘Hoppers’ and its quirky elements, as well as the excitement surrounding Disneyland’s Super Bowl celebration. The conversation shifts to Disney’s Super Bowl campaign and…
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Frozen – Live at the Hyperion – 25 Years at Disney California Adventure
This week Disney California Adventure celebrated its 25th anniversary. The celebratory day on Sunday was full of fun and spirit. Guests descended on the second park at Disneyland Resort to celebrate their memories over the course of the last 25 years. Daps Magic has also been doing this through a series of posts looking back…
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The Walt Disney Family Museum Hosting ‘Brave’ Perfect Pairing Wine & Watch
The Walt Disney Family Museum is offering a new way for fans to enjoy time with some of their closest Disney friends, watch a movie, and pair it with the perfect Californian wine, beer, or spirit, complementing classic and contemporary Disney films. The next offering in this series is Pixar Animation Studios’ Brave. This special…
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Disney Cruise Line Releases Exciting Itineraries for 2027 with New Ship Heading to Europe
The Disney Cruise Line has released itineraries for 2027, which include a new ship heading to Europe. The summer lineup includes voyages to Europe, the Caribbean, and beyond. Ultimately, there are more options to cruise the world in many magical ways in the summer of 2027. The 2027 early booking windows for Disney Cruise Line…
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Disney Adventure Stops in Los Angeles on Way to Asia
The Disney Adventure is continuing its cruise around the globe. This comes as the massive new Disney Cruise Line ship is heading to Tokyo, Japan, and ultimately Singapore for its maiden voyage. The ship is in the middle of a two-month voyage that takes it from Germany to its home port for the next five…
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Woody’s Big Game Cameo Kicks Off Disney Consumer Product’s Blockbuster Season
Sunday’s big game delivered unforgettable moments – on and off the field – but one of the most talked about broke through in an unexpected way: a celebration of originality, storytelling, and style, told from the backside. Woody from Toy Story made a surprise appearance in Levi’s new video, which was featured Sunday during the Big Game. Woody briefly…
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Seattle Seahawks Swoop in on Disneyland for Super Bowl Celebration
On Sunday, February 8, 2026, the Seattle Seahawks won Super Bowl LX. On Monday, February 9th, the Seahawks swooped in on Disneyland to celebrate the big win after MVP running back Kenneth Walker III and quarterback Sam Darnold said “We’re Going to Disneyland!” the night before. On Monday, the two players could be seen throughout…
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New ‘We’re Going’ Campaign Launched by Disney and ESPN in Celebration of ESPN’s Inaugural Super Bowl
Following Super Bowl LX, a new commercial was released by Disney and ESPN. This wasn’t the traditional “I’m Going to Disneyland!” commercial (which was released with two Seahawks who are at Disneyland today). This new commercial kicks off the “We’re Going” campaign. This new campaign leads up to ESPN’s inaugural Super Bowl in February 2027.…
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Magic Key Holders Celebrate 25th Anniversary of Disney California Adventure with Special Magic Key Event
Now through February 15, Disneyland Magic Key Holders can celebrate the 25th anniversary of Disney California Adventure Park. Each day at noon, the virtual queue for this Magic Key event opens on the Disneyland app. You don’t have to be scanned into the parks for this. You can do it from home or wherever you…
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Super Bowl LX MVP Kenneth Walker III and Quarterback Sam Darnold are Heading to Disneyland After Big Win!
On February 8, 2026, Super Bowl LX was held in Santa Clara, California. The game featured the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots. The end of the game saw the Seattle Seahawks defeating the Patriots 29 to 13. At the conclusion of the game, running back Kenneth Walker III was named as the MVP.…
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“Big Game Spot” Release for Pixar’s ‘Hoppers’ During Super Bowl LX
A new spot has been released during Super Bowl LX for the upcoming Pixar movie, Hoppers. This new spot gives fans a look at the film ahead of its arrival in theaters on March 6th. The trailer teases the humor that will be enjoyed by fans who see this movie in March. Check out the…
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Soarin’ Over California Returns for Disney California Adventure’s 25th Anniversary
Soarin’ Over California has returned to Disney California Adventure. The opening day version of the Soarin’ attraction returns for a limited run for the celebration of the park’s 25th anniversary. This version of the attraction will be offered through July 1st, giving fans plenty of time to experience this version of the attraction before it…
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New ‘The Mandalorian & Grogu’ Spot Released During Super Bowl
A new tv spot has been released for the upcoming The Mandalorian and Grogu. The new spot comes ahead of the arrival of the next Star Wars film on May 22, 2026. An extended version of the spot was shared on YouTube. In it, Djin Djarin and Grogu can be seen aboard the Star Wars…
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Commemorative Maps Handed Out for Disney California Adventure’s 25th Anniversary
25 years ago today, Disney California Adventure opened its gates to the public for the first time. With the following statement, then Disney CEO Michael Eisner welcomed the world to this second park at the Disneyland Resort: To all who believe in the power of dreams, welcome. Disney’s California Adventure opens its golden gates to…
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Red Car News Boys – 25 Years at Disney California Adventure
25 years ago today Disney California Adventure opened as Disney’s California Adventure. Daps Magic team member Doug Marsh was one of the first 30 people to get into the park on that day. He wrote about the day and park here. Through the last quarter of a century, Disney California Adventure has had many different…
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Disney’s California Adventure As It Was On February 8, 2001
When Disney’s California Adventure opened its doors to the public, it was intended to be the crown jewel of the Disney Decade. In reality, it was two years overdue, after some ten years of announcements, promises, and false starts. This will not be another article about that particular odyssey, as there are plenty of other…
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D23 Celebrates Disney California Adventure Past, Present, and Future with Anniversary Event
On February 7, 2026, D23 hosted a special event that was a tribute to the past, present, and future for Disney California Adventure. The event was held at the Disneyland Hotel and is a part of the D23 Spotlight Series. The event included imagineers past and present who shared about Disney California Adventure from their…