Tag: Disney
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Disneyland 70th Celebration Disappears as Halloween Time Decorations Materialize
Sunday was the final day of the Disneyland 70th Celebration. In just about a week and a half, Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort will arrive. The first Oogie Boogie Bash – A Halloween Party is on Tuesday, August 18th. This is followed by the official kickoff of Halloween Time on Friday, August 21, 2026.…
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Walt & El Grupo | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 11, 1941
On this day in 1941, the Disney team dubbed “El Grupo” set off from California to begin a 10-week goodwill tour of South America. Walt and Lillian Disney were joined by 16 creatives and administrators on visits to Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and Peru. The U.S. State Department sponsored the tour under President Roosevelt’s Good Neighbor…
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Signature Portrait Sessions from Disney PhotoPass Now Available at Walt Disney World Resort
Disney PhotoPass is known throughout Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort for helping guests capture those special memories, and even throw in some magical moments. Now, Disney PhotoPass at Walt Disney World Resort is offering a new professional photo shoot experiences called Signature Portrait Sessions. Choose between the Victorian elegance and modern sophistication of…
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Walt Disney Imagineering Pavilion Collection, Horizons Collection, and Exclusive D23 Pins Revealed for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event
D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event is THIS WEEK! Ahead of the start of this ultimate Disney fan event, there has been a lot of news coming out about what will be offered and also what will be sold. There is a lot to look forward to. Daps Magic is sharing all of this news…
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Leslie Iwerks Shares About Carrying Walt Disney’s Vision Forward Ahead of Release of ‘Disney Worldbuilders’
Disney Worldbuilders, the newest documentary from filmmaker Leslie Iwerks, will be arriving on Disney+ on August 20, 2026. When it does, Disney fans will get to hear from people who build worlds for Disney and share how these things come to be. These intimate conversations will include people who have led the building of worlds…
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Disney Legend Profile: Bob Iger – Leadership
On Sunday, August 16, 2026, the newest class of Disney Legends will be honored in a ceremony at the Honda Center. Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, this will be a special day that honors those who have contributed to the legacy that was started by Walt Disney and his brother Roy O. This continues a tradition…
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Fans Say Goodbye to Celebrate Happy Cavalcade During Final Performance
On Sunday, August 9, 2026, the Celebrate Happy Cavalcade was presented for the final time. The final performance of this cavalcade for the Disneyland 70th Celebration came on the final day of this celebration. The cavalcade looked and felt the same as it did on most days during this milestone celebration. It included the theme…
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GUIDE: How to Watch D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event on Disney+/Hulu
D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event will be taking over the Anaheim Convention Center and Honda Center from August 14-16, 2026. This will be the center of gravity for fans of The Walt Disney Company during this time. They will be eagerly watching streams, social media, and chatting with friends about what is going on…
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Here’s What to Look Forward to With Horizons: A Carousel of Progress at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event
The big week is finally here! D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event will be taking place this coming weekend. A highlight for many fans of Disney parks and experiences is the Disney Experiences showcase on Saturday night. This year, called Horizons: A Carousel of Progress, it will be hosted by Neil Patrick Harris. He will…
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Anaheim School Surprised by Disneyland Resort with First Day of School Celebration
Back-to-school time is here, and many students are preparing to go back. For some, the first day of school is an exciting time. Some schools make the first day of school an exciting one by making it a fun atmosphere that gets kids excited for the first day. Every day, Disneyland Resort Cast Members make magic…
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The Help | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 10, 2011
On this day in 2011, ‘The Help’ was released widely by Disney’s Touchstone Pictures. The film adapted Kathryn Stockett’s 2009 novel and was set during the civil rights movement in Jackson, Mississippi, in 1963. An aspiring author interviews local African American maids about their perspectives on the prominent white families for which they work, exposing…
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ESPN and Disney+ Beta Testing AI-Powered Search and Discovery
The Walt Disney Company continues to explore different ways to utilize artificial intelligence. The newest way that has been announced is a beta testing program for AI-powered search and discovery on two of its streaming services, Disney+ and ESPN. This test hopes to see if it can expand the ways that people search for things.…
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Crows Return to Fortuosity at Disneyland for Halloween Time
There are some really fun details to be found during Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort. Yes, there is the big Mickey Mouse Jack-O-Lantern that is often the focus of many photos. There is also Oogie Boogie taking up residence over the entrance of Disney California Adventure and the Headless Horseman on Buena Vista Street.…
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Disney Legend Profile: Anne Hathaway – Film
The newest class of Disney Legends will be honored on August 16, 2026, during the Disney Legends Ceremony at the Honda Center on the final day of D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. This ceremony will be hosted by Ryan Seacrest. It will continue a tradition that dates back to 1987 when Fred MacMurray was…
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Check Out These Novelties Coming to the Disneyland Resort for Halloween Time
Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort officially kicks off on August 21st. However, things are getting started before that at The Happiest Place on Earth! Already, decorations are appearing in different locations throughout the resort as it transforms away from the Disneyland 70th Celebration. With the first Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party…
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Ultimate D23 Predictions: Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, & Disney Experiences!
It’s D23 week! With the ultimate Disney fan event right around the corner, Mr. Daps is joined by his good friend and Photoniks co-host, Clocky, to dive into fun predictions, wild hopes, and speculation for all the major announcements coming out of D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event! From Friday night’s Disney Entertainment Showcase to…
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Pins Around Our World | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 9, 2001
On this day in 2001, the first major pin trading festival, “Pins Around Our World,” kicked off at EPCOT’s World Showcase. Disney’s official pin trading program began at Walt Disney World in 1999 during EPCOT’s Millennium Celebration. Pin trading soon became a global phenomenon, spreading to all Disney Parks. Guests of the 4-day festival had…
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The Force – Caption of the Week
Happy Saturday! It’s time for yet another Caption of the Week photo! This week, we are leaving the realm of Wonderland and heading to a galaxy far, far away! Before we do that, be sure to check out last week’s photo with Alice in Wonderland and the Mad Hatter! Take a look at last week’s…
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Walls Are Up Around The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure at Disney California Adventure
Guests visiting Disney California Adventure will discover that The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure looks a little bit different. The good news is it is still open! It just may not readily appear to be when walking up. This week, walls have gone up around the attraction’s exterior. They can also be found surrounding…
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Haunted Mansion Closes for Transformation to Haunted Mansion Holiday at Disneyland
The Haunted Mansion has closed at Disneyland. This annual closure happens to allow for its transformation to Haunted Mansion Holiday. When it is completed, Jack Skellington and other characters from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas will be found throughout the beloved attraction. They will arrive with the start of Halloween Time at the Disneyland…
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Disney Legend Profile: Eric Goldberg – Animation
On August 16, 2026, Ryan Seacrest will be hosting the Disney Legends Ceremony during D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. During this special time, a new class of Disney Legends will be honored. This will continue a tradition that dates back to 1987 when the first Disney Legend, Fred MacMurray, was honored. Disney Legends are chosen…
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Walt Disney World Resort to Host The Warrior Games in 2027
The Warrior Games are returning to Walt Disney World Resort in August 2027. This is an annual adaptive sports competition for the military community. It celebrates the strength, resilience, and healing journeys of wounded, ill, and injured service members and veterans. Its return to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex will be the third time…
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Freakier Friday | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 8, 2025
On this day in 2025, ‘Freakier Friday’ was released in theaters. Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan reprised their roles from 2003’s ‘Freaky Friday’ as mother Tess and daughter Anna. The story picks up 22 years later, when Anna has a teenage daughter of her own and is about to marry Eric, father of Lily.…
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Geek Eats: Food & Beverages of the 2026 Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort
Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort begins on August 21 and continues through October 31, 2026. There will be plenty of spirited fun to be had throughout the Disneyland Resort during this annual celebration of Halloween. At the same time, the spirit of remembrance and familia Plaza de la Familia will be honored with Plaza…