Tag: Disney News
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A Great Big Beautiful D23 – GEEKS CORNER #824
Welcome back to Geeks Corner! With D23—The Ultimate Disney Fan Event—just a month away, Mr. Daps and Caitie Bear dive deep into the massive programming announcement to discuss the panels, concerts, and showcases they are most excited for this August. Here is what you can look forward to in this week’s episode: Episode Highlights The…
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The Muppets Studio Signature Collection Coming to Mickey’s of Glendale at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event
In one month, Disney fans will converge on Anaheim, California, for the 2026 D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. Leading up to this event, the panel schedule has been announced, teasers have been made about a new panel with The Muppets, and Neil Patrick Harris is stepping in to host Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase. Along…
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Author Bill Cotter to Appear at Walt’s Barn and Garden Grove Historical Society This Weekend
Walt Disney’s Carolwood Barn and Combine Exhibit in Griffith Park is open on the third Sunday of the month from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, which allows guests of all ages to enjoy an afternoon of fun with special exhibits and guests. The Carolwood Foundation continues to carry on Walt Disney’s legacy, specifically regarding his…
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Muppet Music Coming to D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event
With just a month until D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, details are beginning to be released about what specifically will be offered. This includes the full programming calendar. It was also announced that Neil Patrick Harris will be hosting Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase. This showcase will be inspired by the Carousel of Progress. There…
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Neil Patrick Harris to Host Carousel of Progress-Inspired Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase
Today, D23 revealed the panel lineup for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event this August. The lineup includes a lot of things for Disney fans to get excited about. For fans of the parks, this year’s Disney Experiences Showcase immediately jumped out. This wasn’t just because it is the showcase that will look at what…
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D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event All-Day Programming Lineup Revealed
With less than a month to go until D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, details are starting to come out about what specifically will be offered. Today, D23 revealed the all-day programming lineup for this year’s D23 event. This gives a look at the different offerings that will be available on August 14, 15, and…
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New Menu Revealed as Gordon Ramsay at The Carnaby Opens at Downtown Disney District
An exact official opening date for Gordon Ramsay at The Carnaby has not been revealed yet. However, reservations are now available for the newest restaurant in the Downtown Disney District. As of this morning, reservations became available for the restaurant starting at 4:30 PM daily. The reservations begin today, Monday, July 13, 2026. Along with…
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Disneyland Resort Opens Gates to Evening Ticket Holders for First Time
On Sunday, July 12, 2026, the Disneyland Resort allowed guests to enter with evening tickets for the first time. The tickets sold out fairly quickly and allow guests to enter either Disneyland or Disney California Adventure five hours before closing. This meant that on Sunday night, that evening ticket holders could enter Disney California Adventure…
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Haunted Mansion Wallpaper Starbucks Travel Tumbler Now Available on Disney Store
Fans of Starbucks and the Haunted Mansion have a new reason to be happy. A new Haunted Mansion Wallpaper Starbucks Travel Tumbler is part of a larger Haunted Mansion collection now available on DisneyStore.com. The tumbler has the iconic Haunted Mansion wallpaper around the outside, along with a Starbucks logo. The full details about this…
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VIDEO: Paint the Night Parade on 4th of July Weekend
Paint the Night parade continues to light up the night at Disneyland during its 70th celebration. While the Disneyland 70th Celebration concludes on August 9th, the Paint the Night parade will continue to run through August 20th. Its run will end before Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort begins on August 21, 2026. Over the…
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‘Moana’ Faces Headwinds With $43 Million Opening Weekend
Moana dipped its toes into the water as it entered the box office race this weekend, earning $43 million domestically. The film, which stars Dwayne Johnson and Catherine Laga’aia, is a live-action remake of the 2016 Disney animated film of the same name. The Thomas Kail-directed film fell short of the domestic targets that ranged from $60 million…
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Down the Rabbit Hole: Remembering the Mad T Party
Join Mr. Daps this week as we journey down the rabbit hole to revisit a beloved piece of Disney California Adventure history: the Mad T Party. What began as an experimental nighttime dance party evolved into a cornerstone of DCA’s entertainment, building a unique community and leaving behind lasting friendships that persist a decade later.…
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Mad T Party – Caption of the Week
Happy Saturday! It’s that wonderful time of the week to dig into the Daps Magic photo archives and pick a photo for this week’s Caption of the Week! Last week’s photo had Goofy being… well, Goofy! This week, we look back to 2013 and the Mad T Party in Disney California Adventure. This was a…
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Disney Legend Profile: Chris Berman – Television
On August 16, 2026, the 2026 class of Disney Legends will be honored in a ceremony at the Honda Center at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. Disney Legends are chosen for their contribution to the Disney legacy. This tradition dates back to 1987. Fred MacMurray has the distinction of being the first Disney Legend.…
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Walt Disney Imagineering Shares How First Fully Autonomous Computer-Driven Character Comes to Stage
Walt Disney Imagineering is continuing to share a look behind the curtain for how some of its magic is made. In the newest episode of Great Moments in Disney Live Entertainment, Imagineering shares how it brings its first fully autonomous computer-driven character onto the stage aboard the Disney Adventure. This is innovative technology that can…
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The Jonas Brothers to Record ‘Hey Jonas!’ Podcast Live at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event
D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event will be a big weekend for the Jonas Brothers. On Sunday, August 16th, Kevin, Joe, and Nick will be named Disney Legends in a ceremony at the Honda Center. Hours later, they will be seen live by fans when they do a live recording of their podcast, Hey Jonas!…
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Port Royal Curios and Curiosities Reopens in New Orleans Square at Disneyland
Port Royal Curios and Curiosities has returned and is once again open in New Orleans Square at Disneyland. Recently, the location was known as the Port Royal Jazz Club. There, guests could sit, eat, and relax. It was a great place to get out of the heat. This is not the first time the location…
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Disney Legend Don Iwerks Dies at 96
Disney Legend Don Iwerks has passed away. He was 96. Iwerks worked for The Walt Disney Company for 35 years. During this time, he followed in the footsteps of his father, Disney Legend Ub Iwerks. He established his own legacy of innovation during his career. This included technical contributions for 20,000 Leagues under the Sea…
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Walt Disney Family Museum Hosting ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Perfect Pairing Brews & Views Event
The Walt Disney Family Museum is continuing with its events themed around films paired with adult beverages. For these events, a movie is paired with a beverage and snacks for those in attendance to enjoy. The Walt Disney Family Museum has announced that its next Perfect Pairing Brews & Views will be with Beauty and…
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Check Out These ‘Moana’ Photo Opportunities at Walt Disney World Resort!
The live-action Moana is now in movie theaters! For those who want to continue their fandom of this film when visiting Walt Disney World Resort, the Disney PhotoPass service has revealed several Magic Shots and photos. Take a look below at these special photo opportunities throughout Walt Disney World. Along with seeing these fun photo…
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VIDEO: Ratatouille: L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy at Disney Adventure World
Twelve years ago today, Ratatouille: L’Aventure Totalement Toquée de Rémy opened at what was then Walt Disney Studios. Now, this attraction that shrinks riders down to the size of Remy is a part of Disney Adventure World. Guests get to relive the story of Disney and Pixar’s Ratatouille in this beautiful corner of the park.…
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Bubbles Experience Returns to Downtown Disney District
The Bubbles Experience has returned to the Downtown Disney District. If your kids love Sofia the First, the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort will be the place to be this summer. The Bubbles Experience at Downtown Disney presented by Disney Junior returns with daily bubble moments, DJ entertainment, and a photo op happening now…
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Disney Shares Look at New Pool Area and Refreshed Lobby at Fort Wilderness
Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground is a beautiful oasis set amid over 750 acres of pine and cypress forest at the Walt Disney World Resort. It allows guests to celebrate the great outdoors with the comfort and amenities of a Disney Resort Hotel. Guests can enjoy peaceful mornings surrounded by nature and evenings spent…
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D23 Reveals Official Merchandise for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event
D23 recently shared a tease showing some of the merchandise that will be available at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. Now, more of the official merchandise for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event has been revealed. This shows several collections that fans will undoubtedly love. This will include exclusive merchandise for the event itself,…