Tag: Disney
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Review: ‘Wild Horse Nine’ is a Must-See Searchlight Release
Daps Magic is committed to providing coverage to all entities and studios under the Disney umbrella. This will include content that isn’t necessarily family-friendly, such as the content reviewed below. The end of the year can be both a great and bad time for film releases. On the one hand, you have the holiday season…
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New Holiday Decor Debuts at Downtown Disney District Entrance
The Downtown Disney District has debuted a new holiday sign. This mid-century modern sign most recently got a Halloween theme during Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort. Now it has a holiday theme to welcome guests to the Disneyland Resort as they walk in from the direction of the Downtown Disney District parking lot. This…
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New Christmas Decorations Debut at Disneyland Paris
The holiday season this year is even merrier and brighter at Disneyland Paris this year. With the return of Disney Enchanted Christmas, new holiday offerings are coming to Disneyland Paris. This includes the new Christmas offerings found in World of Frozen in Disney Adventure World. However, that isn’t the only place where new holiday decorations…
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Disney Reveals New Short, ‘The Invisible Horse,’ Coming This Holiday Season
A new short is coming from Disney this holiday season. Called The Invisible Horse, it will arrive on Disney+ and YouTube on November 9, 2026. The Invisible Horse follows the story of a young boy who rediscovers the magic of Christmas. This short film was directed by Dougal Wilson. He previously helmed Paddington in Peru,…
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D23 Asia: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event Lineup Revealed
D23 Asia: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event is taking place in Singapore for the first time in June 2027. It will be taking place at the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore from June 25 – 27, 2027. Fans will be able to come together and get experiences, information, and meet stars from the worlds of…
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First Look: Buena Vista Street Christmas Tree Installed for Holidays at Disneyland Resort
A milestone on the path towards the holidays has been reached at the Disneyland Resort. The beautiful Christmas tree on Buena Vista Street has been installed. The Disney team installed it overnight, ahead of the start of the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort. This magnificent tree stands 50 feet tall and is located outside of…
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Mickey’s Magical Christmas: Snowed in at the House of Mouse | DISNEY THIS DAY | November 6, 2001
On this day in 2001, ‘Mickey’s Magical Christmas: Snowed in at the House of Mouse’ was released direct to home video. The holiday special was a ‘House of Mouse’ spin-off set during the series’ second season. When a Christmas Eve blizzard strands Mickey and all his friends at the House of Mouse, they celebrate by…
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From Cast Member Idea to Menu Board: The Story Behind Walt Disney World’s Espresso Martini Milkshake
Whenever new menu items show up at Disney Parks around the world, guests are usually not aware of how the idea for that particular menu item came to life. Those ideas often start with cast members who create them for guests every day. Teams of cast members across Walt Disney World help transform ideas into…
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Opening Day Revealed for Bountiful Valley Brews at Disney California Adventure
Recently, the Disneyland Resort released artwork that shows what Bountiful Valley Brews at Disney California Adventure Park will look like when it opens. At that time, an opening day was not revealed. Now it’s time to mark your calendars for Thursday, November 19 because that is the official opening day for Bountiful Valley Brews. Holidays…
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‘Avatar: Fire and Ash Collector’s Edition’ Coming in December
Just in time for Christmas, Avatar: Fire and Ash Collector’s Edition will be arriving in digital and disc formats on December 8, 2026. This includes Amazon Prime Video, Fandango, and more, along with 4K Ultra HD. For fans, this is a must-have release with its over nine hours of bonus features. This will include over…
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The Main Street Electrical Parade “Glows Away” Forever – 30 Years Ago at Disneyland
For Disneyland “regulars” (a crowd of Annual Passholders who frequented the park), October of 1996 was… strange. What was strange was the characters that could be seen nightly, riding brightly lit parade floats as sprightly music played. It was the Main Street Electrical Parade, in all its glory, making its way through Disneyland during sweater…
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GUIDE: Novelties of Holidays at the Disneyland Resort 2026
The Holidays at the Disneyland Resort kick off on November 13, 2026. This merry time of year will be full of holiday spirit. The parks will be packed with holiday decor, entertainment, attraction overlays, merchandise, and food. Already, the Disneyland Resort has shared what food will be available during this season. On top of that,…
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Disneyland Paris Reveals Results of Environmental Strategy
Disneyland Paris has gone to great lengths to implement an environmental strategy in recent years. This strategy is focused on five pillars: As Disneyland Paris works towards its 2030 goals, it shared a booklet revealing the tangible results that have been achieved so far. Along with sharing this booklet, Disneyland Paris also shared the following…
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A New Era for Pixar: Jonathan Garson and Jonas Rivera Step Into New Leadership Roles
Pixar Animation Studios is getting new leadership. On January 4, 2027, current president Jim Morris will be transitioning to the role of president emeritus, with Jonathan Garson becoming the new president. The announcement was made by Alan Bergman, Chairman, Disney Entertainment, Studios, The Walt Disney Company. Pete Docter will continue in his role as chief…
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Thankful for Stories That Inspire a Better Tomorrow – 26 Days of Thanksgiving
When I think about the stories that really connect with me, I realize how much I appreciate imaginative storytelling. But I also recognize an important difference between an interesting premise and believable, recognizable, and relatable characters. It is those characters that can elevate a good story into one that will leave a lasting impression for…
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The Beach Party | DISNEY THIS DAY | November 5, 1931
On this day in 1931, the Mickey Mouse short ‘The Beach Party’ was released. Disney’s leading stars of the early era, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Pluto, Horace Horsecollar, and Clarabelle Cow, embark on a seaside outing that quickly descends into chaos. Pluto antagonizes a crab and then drags an angry octopus onshore, thinking it is…
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D23’s Jolly Holiday on the Lot Returns to The Walt Disney Studios Lot
The jolliest night of the season returns to the Walt Disney Studios lot, decked out in holiday cheer. D23’s “Jolly Holiday on the Lot” will be held Sunday, December 13, at the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank. “Jolly Holiday on the Lot” is one of the most popular D23 events held every year, and it’s…
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Get Ready for a Proud Holiday: Disney Drops Trailer for ‘A Proud Family Wizmas’!
On November 14, 2026, A Proud Family Wizmas will debut on Disney+. Ahead of its arrival, Disney+ has revealed a trailer for this new stop-motion holiday special. This special promises to be full of music and whimsy after Penny Proud inadvertently destroys Christmas. The trailer highlights the artistry of this special along with the spirit…
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Trailer for ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: The Getaway’ Ahead of Disney+ Debut
A new trailer for Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: The Getaway has been released. Based on Jeff Kinney’s worldwide best-selling book series, this comedy arrives on Disney+ on December 4, 2026. Check out the trailer below that gives a peek at what will happen when Greg Heffley’s family decides to go on a holiday…
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Shanghai Disney Resort Invites Guests into a World of Fairytale Enchantment at Disney Winter Frostival
Shanghai Disney Resort is celebrating its 10th anniversary. It is also preparing to celebrate the merriest time of the year. This is done with its Disney Winter Frostival. This winter celebration will run from November 19, 2026 through February 20, 2027. It will include entertainment, jolly outfits, dazzling décor, festive treats, commemorative merchandise, and special…
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Disney Accelerator 2026 Demo Day Highlights Innovation
Disney Accelerator 2026 Demo Day was hosted this week on the Walt Disney Studios Lot. This showcased some new collaborations from five companies. They included: The Disney Accelerator continues Disney’s tradition of innovation in service of storytelling. It exists to help leaders explore how technology can support fan experiences that are more connected and personalized.…
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Geek Eats: Holidays at the Disneyland Resort 2026 Foods
The Holidays at the Disneyland Resort kicks off on November 13th. When it does, there will be the return of favorite entertainment offerings, holiday attraction overlays, characters in holiday outfits, merchandise, decor, and of course, food! This is the merriest time of year at the Happiest Place on Earth, and it can also be the…
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35th Anniversary of ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Merchandise Revealed
It’s hard to believe it, but Beauty and the Beast was released in theaters 35 years ago. In 1991, moviegoers were first introduced to this animated masterpiece, met these beloved characters, and fell in love with the magical music that was written by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken. As the milestone is celebrated, the Disney…
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Winnie the Pooh: The New Musical Adaptation | DISNEY THIS DAY | November 4, 2021
On this day in 2021, ‘Winnie the Pooh: The New Musical Adaptation’ celebrated its world premiere Off-Broadway at New York City’s Theatre Row. The one-act family musical brought Pooh, Christopher Robin, and their Hundred Acre Wood friends to life across all four seasons through innovative life-sized puppets. Written and directed by Jonathan Rockefeller, the show…