Tag: Disney News
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New and Fan-Favorite Menu Items Coming to Rancho Del Zocalo Restaurante at Disneyland
Menu updates happen throughout the year at Disney Parks to keep up with the season or to refresh a particular restaurant’s menu. Now some new and fan-favorite menu items are making their way to Rancho Del Zocalo Restaurante in Frontierland at Disneyland beginning Thursday, September 3. One returning favorite is the Chicken Tostada Salad. This…
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Check Out These Treats & Novelties That Are Available During Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort
Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort has once again returned to the Happiest Place on Earth! This spirited season is full of fun for the whole family. This includes the return of Haunted Mansion Holiday and Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark, entertainment offerings like Halloween Screams, merchandise, and more! As Halloween Time…
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Gonzo-Inspired Watch Being Released By Swiss Luxury Watchmaker Oris and Disney’s The Muppets
A new Gonzo-inspired watch is being released through a collaboration between Swiss luxury watchmaker Oris and Disney’s The Muppets. Called the ProPilot X Gonzo Edition, this is a special-edition mechanical watch based on the ProPilot X Calibre 115. It brings the charm of this favorite Muppet to the wearer’s wrist. Looking at this watch, it is…
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New African Painted Dog Arrives at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
A new male African painted dog has joined the pack at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Named Prospect, he is making himself at home. Prospect can be seen by guests who are experiencing the Kilimanjaro Safaris attraction. As he made his debut, Disney shared photos of the new resident. Prospect joins the African painted dog pack, which…
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Missed Keepsakes Giveaway Events Coming for Disneyland Magic Key Holders
Disneyland Magic Key Holders who missed some recent Magic Key giveaways will soon be able to pick up two special items. Both special keepsakes will be available for pickup on select dates from September 14 through September 26, 2026. Each item will have its own pickup window—while supplies last. The first of two keepsakes is…
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New ‘Inside Out’ Themed Photo Booth Arrives at Disney California Adventure
A new Inside Out-themed photo booth can now be found at Disney California Adventure. It is appropriately located on Pixar Pier between Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff and Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind. This new photo booth has the label “Core Memories” on the outside, along with being themed to the same idea. Friend of Daps Magic,…
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Disney Store Announces New Manchester Location Along with Opening Date
Disney Store has announced a new location and opening date for a physical location in Manchester, United Kingdom. The new store will be found inside Selfridges Manchester Trafford. This comes after the Disney Store opened inside Selfridges London and Selfridges Birmingham. Patrick Sager, Global General Manager, Disney Store and VP, Retail Marketing, Disney Store, said: “We’re…
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Check Out the Disney Cutie Ghost Collection at Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort!
Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort is off and running at the Happiest Place on Earth! Throughout the parks, Downtown Disney District, and beyond, there is a wide variety of entertainment, attraction overlays, culinary offerings, merchandise, and more to be enjoyed between now and October 31st, when Halloween Time ends. This includes the Disney Cutie…
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Geek Eats: Menu Revealed For Hurly-Burly at Disney’s BoardWalk
On October 1st, Hurly-Burly will be opening at Disney’s BoardWalk. When it opens, guests will be invited into a historic seaside theater that was once home to the BoardWalk’s most celebrated vaudeville performers. Nearly a hundred years later, Hurly-Burly is once again opening its doors with entertainment offerings, vintage drinks, and lite bites that are…
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Disney Reveals ‘Moana’ Digital Download and Physical Formats Release Dates
Disney’s live-action version of Moana will soon be sailing to screens in people’s homes. Today, Disney announced the release dates for digital downloads and physical discs. This will allow fans to enjoy this film from the comfort of their own homes. Moana will be released on premium digital platforms first on September 8, 2026. This…
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Parkside Market at Downtown Disney to Host “End of Summer Vista Bash”
Parkside Market in the Downtown Disney District is celebrating the end of summer on Saturday, September 5 with the “End of Summer Vista Bash.” Those who take part in this event will be able to join Parkside Market for drinks, Parkside small bites, trivia, caricature artists, games, and more. Each ticket includes: This event will…
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Walls Go Up Around Disney Showcase Character Location and Walkway on Main Street, USA at Disneyland
Walls have gone up around a character location that is also the entrance to a walkway behind Main Street, USA at Disneyland. This is found next to Disney Showcase and across from The Mad Hatter in Town Square. On Sunday, Clarabelle Cow could be seen meeting with guests there in the afternoon. On Monday, walls…
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Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels Offering Fantastic Fall Rates
Those who want to visit Walt Disney World Resort this fall may want to take a look at the Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels. These hotels, which are within the boundaries of Walt Disney World Resort, are offering rates as low as $125 per night if booked by November 13th for stays through December 18,…
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New Halloween Time Display Appears in Disneyland Hotel
A new Halloween Time display has materialized at the Disneyland Hotel. Found just outside the entrance to Goofy’s Kitchen, this new display leans into autumn. It does have some Disney magic as well, though. The main pumpkin in the display has some Mickey ears on it, making it reminiscent of the Mickey Mouse Jack-O-Lantern that…
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Disney Reveals First Look at The Diamond Horseshoe Pop-Up Menu
The Diamond Horseshoe is getting a limited-time pop-up this fall. It opens October 4th, with reservations available September 29th. Ahead of the pop-up’s arrival in Liberty Square at Magic Kingdom Park, Disney has given a first look at what diners will be finding on the menu when they visit The Diamond Horseshoe. Take a look…
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More Ticket Booths Demolished in Esplanade at Disneyland
Two more ticket booths in the Esplanade have been demolished at the Disneyland Resort. This comes as work gears up on a new parking lot and arrival process on the east side of the Disneyland Resort. The two booths were previously located on the northeast side of the Esplanade. The demolition came just weeks after…
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Projections Return to Northeast Main Street at Disneyland During Fireworks
Earlier this year, the northwest side of Main Street, USA received a lovely renovation. When completed, the northwest portion of Main Street looked better than ever. Unfortunately, the projections during nighttime spectaculars that came out of that side of the street onto the facade of the northeast side of the street didn’t return. This has…
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Check Out the Haunted Mansion Holiday Merchandise as Attraction Overlay Celebrates 25th Anniversary
The Haunted Mansion Holiday is back as Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort kicks off! This year marks the 25th anniversary of this holiday overlay for this classic Disney attraction. With this milestone being reached, there is no shortage of merchandise available (unless it sells out too fast). There are multiple different offerings found at…
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Beyond the Horizon: Decoding Disney’s Next Era from D23
While D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event brought a wave of massive park announcements, the bigger story lies in the cultural and strategic direction of The Walt Disney Company. On this episode of Daps Magic – Disney and Positive Stuff, Mr. Daps takes a step back to analyze the overarching themes driving Disney’s new era…
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Main Street Cinema Reopens at Disneyland With New Mickey Mouse Shorts
The Main Street Cinema has reopened on Main Street, USA at Disneyland. After being closed since the end of the 70th celebration of Disneyland, the cinema reopened. The reopening saw Mickey Mouse return to the screens inside. This time, however, it isn’t the classic black-and-white films that used to be screened in the cinema. Instead,…
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Walkway Opens Between Avengers Campus and Cars Land at Disney California Adventure with New Restroom
A walkway has reopened between Cars Land and Avengers Campus after being closed for over a year. With the walkway’s reopening, a new restroom is now available on the Cars Land side of the path. This change comes as Avengers Campus is undergoing an expansion that will ultimately add two attractions to the land. Disney…
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New Plaque Honoring Jack Kirby Installed at Disney California Adventure’s Avengers Campus
A new plaque has been installed at the entrance of Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure. This plaque honors legendary artist Jack Kirby for his unparalleled creative achievements. The plaque was unveiled before the park opened on August 28th, the artist’s 109th birthday. Kirby was born in New York City on August 28, 1917. Throughout…
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Mariachi Divas Set to Perform at Plaza de la Familia at Disney California Adventure
Special musical groups perform at the Disneyland Resort throughout the year. This can be for Lunar New Year, Food & Wine Festival, Halloween Time, and Festival of Holidays. These groups help set the tone for whatever festival or event is happening. One favorite group returning is the Mariachi Divas. The Mariachi Divas are a Southern…
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The Walt Disney Family Museum to Screen ‘Finding Dory’ Throughout September for 10th Anniversary
The Walt Disney Family Museum has announced that it is celebrating the 10th anniversary of Finding Dory by screening the movie throughout the month of September. There are multiple opportunities to see a screening of this film throughout the month, including a sensory-friendly opportunity on September 20, 2026. Ticket prices range from free for members…