Tag: Disney
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Make it Gray! – Work Rapidly Continues on Cinderella Castle Painting Project
“Make it Blue!” “Make it Pink!” This is the argument that is heard in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Sleeping Beauty. Last year at Destination D23, it was announced that the Cinderella Castle would be getting a new paint scheme. This new paint scheme would be reminiscent of the classic colors that originally graced the castle…
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Walt Disney | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 1, 1941
On this day in 1941, Walt Disney gave the radio address “Our American Culture” as part of the “Our American Way of Living” weekly broadcast series. Organized by the National Council of Women as World War II raged overseas, the talks sought to combat fascism and authoritarianism with American ideals. Disney’s speech reinforced that “the…
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Disneyland Paris’ ‘Minnie’s Dream Factory’ Soundtrack Now on Music Streaming Services
Minnie’s Dream Factory debuted earlier this month at Walt Disney Studios (soon to be Disney Adventure World). In this new immersive show, guests discover how teamwork, self-confidence, and a spark of imagination can make every dream possible. This is, of course, done with the help of Minnie Mouse, who has Daisy, Donald, and Chip ‘n’…
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Party Like an Annual Passholder – 30 Years Ago at Disneyland
Whenever I am at Disneyland these day and anyone asks me if I have an annual pass, I have to stifle the impulse to say, “No. Nobody does.” The Annual Pass program is no more. Today, guests who carry “Magic Keys” are commonly referred to as Annual Passholders. But they’re not. Really. Thirty years ago,…
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Rapunzel Surprises Patients With A Princess Celebration At AdventHealth for Children in Orlando
Disney wishes and magic happen every day for thousands of guests who visit the Disney theme parks around the world. Sometimes it may not be easy for guests to get that touch of Disney magic because of particular circumstances. Recently, a little Disney magic made its way to AdventHealth for Children in Orlando, where Rapunzel…
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America Sings Weekend | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 28, 1981
On this day in 1981, “America Sings Weekend” kicked off at Disneyland. The promotion honored all things patriotic. Guests received free admission to the America Sings attraction, which normally required a “D” ticket. Other entertainment included special flag-raising and lowering ceremonies, a photo opportunity with Sam the Eagle, and performances from military bands, drill teams,…
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The Walt Disney Family Museum to Host Disney Legend Tony Baxter for Indiana Jones Adventure Event
The Walt Disney Family Museum has announced an event with Disney Legend Tony Baxter that will look back at the creation of Indiana Jones Adventure at Disneyland. Called Behind the Creation of Indiana Jones™ Adventure with Disney Legend and Imagineer Tony Baxter, this will look into how this attraction came to be with one of…
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Disney and BAGGU Launch New Collaboration
A new collaboration between Disney and BAGGU is sure to make bag collectors ecstatic. This first collaboration between the two companies has led to the creation of three exclusive new bags. These will be found on DisneyStore.com! They will be arriving on March 4, 2026. This Disney’s Mickey & Friends collection draws inspiration from classic…
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Disneyland Paris Shares Look at Nordic Crowns Tavern
Next month, Walt Disney Studios will become Disney Adventure World at Disneyland Paris. With the relaunch of this park, the World of Frozen will also open to the world at Disneyland Paris. This area will allow guests to experience the Frozen franchise stories and the people who brought them to life like never before at…
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Disneyland of Yesteryear ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 16
Welcome to Photoniks! On this episode of Photoniks, Mr. Daps and Clocky take a look at several pictures that show different locations and moments at Disneyland of Yesteryear. These are all photos that couldn’t be taken today for one reason or another. We hope you enjoy this take on looking at some historic Disneyland photos. Join the conversation and share…
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GUIDE: Disneyland After Dark: 70 Years of Favorites
Disneyland After Dark: 70 Years of Favorites is a special after-hours ticketed event that takes over Disneyland from 9:00 PM until 1:00 AM. These events celebrate the seven decades of Disney magic that started when Walt Disney said, “To all who come to this happy place, welcome!” Tickets are still available for this event. With…
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Toy Story 3 | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 27, 2011
On this day in 2011, Pixar’s ‘Toy Story 3’ won two Oscars at the 83rd Annual Academy Awards. Director Lee Unkrich won for Best Animated Feature, and composer Randy Newman won the Best Original Song category for “We Belong Together.” ‘Toy Story 3’ was nominated for a total of five Oscars, including Best Picture, becoming…
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Official Merchandise for Pixar’s ‘Hoppers’ Revealed Ahead of Movie’s Arrival
Pixar’s newest film, Hoppers, arrives in theaters on March 6, 2026. Ahead of the arrival of this funny new film, Disney has revealed the official merchandise lineup that fans will be able to get. Below is a look at the merchandise that has been revealed by Disney in conjunction with the release of this new…
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Muppet*Vision 3D Heading to Apple Vision Pro VR Headsets
Last year, Muppet*Vision 3D ended its run at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It closed to make way for a new Monsters, Inc. area in the park that will include a suspended coaster that will recreate the world of Monstropolis, particularly the door vault. With the closure of Muppet*Vision 3D, it was known that Disney had preserved…
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ABC Local News Feeds From 8 Cities Added to Disney+
Disney+ continues to add more content and ways to consume content. Along with its current streams, Disney+ is now offering local news feeds from ABC in 8 cities across the United States. The following stations’ 24/7 livestreams are now available on Disney’s premiere streaming service: These streams include live, market-specific newscasts, breaking news, weather updates,…
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Disney and Formula 1 “Fuel the Magic” in 2026
Disney and Formula 1 are in a collaboration that is making a lot of fans of both brands very happy. In 2025, the Las Vegas Grand Prix saw Mickey & friends adding extra magic to the races. In 2026, there will be even more “Fueling the Magic” offerings. The collaboration will include even more ways…
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2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival Merchandise Revealed
The 2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival begins on March 4th and continues through June 1st. This colorful festival features beautiful gardens and topiaries, entertainment, activities, food and beverages, and merchandise. Leading up to the start of this vibrant festival, Disney has previewed some of the merchandise available to guests visiting EPCOT during this…
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Joe Rohde Announces New Book: ‘Floating Mountains: The Art of Imagining the Impossible’
Joe Rohde is the stuff that legends are made of. Throughout his career, fans watched as the Disney Legend created immersive worlds that would transport them to different parts of the world (or other worlds) with their immersiveness. Along the way, he would go on adventures to the far reaches of the planet. With his…
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Shanghai Disney Resort Reveals 10th Anniversary Plans
On March 20, 2026, Shanghai Disney Resort will kick off its 10th anniversary celebration. This comes ahead of its official anniversary date of June 16, 2026. Ahead of the start of this celebration, Shanghai Disney Resort shared about the entertainment, décor, food, merchandise, and other happy offerings that will be a part of this celebration!…
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Walt Disney | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 26, 1942
On this day in 1942, Walt Disney was the recipient of the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award during the Academy Awards Ceremony. The honor is a type of lifetime achievement award that is given by the Academy’s Board of Governors to creative producers who make consistently high-quality films. Amazingly, Disney had only released cartoon shorts…
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D23 to Host Walt’s Los Angeles Tour Presented by The Walt Disney Archives
D23 Gold Members are invited to an exciting, exclusive experience presented by the Walt Disney Archives, which will take members on a history-helmed tour of Los Angeles centered around Walt Disney. Members will enjoy another day of sun around Tinseltown with factual friends at the Archives—exploring sites and stories from when Walt was just someone in the…
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BDX Droids Heading to Shanghai Disneyland
Since initially appearing at the Disneyland Resort in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in 2023, the BDX droids have become quite popular. Last year, the droids made a tour that spanned the globe. This saw the droids visiting Walt Disney World Resort, Tokyo Disney Resort, and even Disneyland Paris! In 2026, Shanghai Disneyland is getting a…
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Women Who Make the Magic Guided Tour Coming to Disneyland Resort
A new tour will soon be available for guests at the Disneyland Resort. Arriving on March 6, 2026, the Women Who Make the Magic Guided Tour will honor and showcase the extraordinary impact and heritage of the legendary women who helped bring Disneyland to life. This includes women like Leota Toombs, Mary Blair, and others. This…
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Phat Cat Swinger Returns to Disneyland Resort for Food & Wine Festival
The Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival returns on March 6th and continues through April 27th this year. There will be no shortage of food (food guide here), demonstrations, merchandise, and entertainment to be enjoyed throughout the festival. One of the entertainment acts for the festival is the Disney fan favorite Phat Cat Swinger.…