Tag: Disney
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The Walt Disney Legacy Award Bestowed on Magic Kingdom Piano Player Grayson Smith
There are many magical experiences to be had when visiting Walt Disney World Resort. One of these is sitting at Casey’s Corner and listening to the piano player tickle the ivories. One of the piano players who has grown in popularity in recent years is Grayson Smith. Grayson plays favorite Disney tunes, creates magical moments,…
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The Making of Mountains Explored in Newest Episode of ‘Imagineer That!’
Have you ever wondered how Walt Disney Imagineers bring Disney mountains to life? In the newest episode of Imagineer That!, Tom Morrow 2.0 explores the answer to this question. He does this with the help of Tammy Tosounian, Rockwork Design & Engineering Manager, Walt Disney Imagineering. Tammy takes Tom Morrow 2.0 through the process of…
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Alice the Jailbird | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 15, 1925
On this day in 1925, the Disney Brothers Cartoon Studio released the ‘Alice Comedy,’ ‘Alice the Jailbird’ in theaters. Alice and her pal Julius the Cat are riding on a turtle. They snatch a delicious pie cooling in a window. Their fun is soon put to an end when an officer pursues them across the…
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Enjoy A Day at Disneyland with Walt Disney with This Vinyl Record
The Disney Music Emporium has a wide variety of vinyl records. This ranges from some of Disney’s pop artists to soundtracks, to even some albums from the parks. One of these albums is A Day at Disneyland with Walt Disney and Jiminy Cricket. This album was originally released in 1957 and is an audio tour…
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Westbeat Returns to Downtown Disney District in the Form of Villainous for Halloween Time
Anyone who has followed the entertainment offerings at Downtown Disney District through the years has probably seen Westbeat perform at one point or another. Through the years, they have appeared during different seasons in different outfits and singing different tunes. The a cappella group brings modern energy to songs new and old. During Halloween Time,…
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Disneyland’s Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Prohibits Loose Items
Disneyland’s Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway has updated its policy regarding loose items. Signs on the attraction now tell people that loose items must be stowed before experiencing the attraction. The new policy reads as follows: ATTENTION Secure all personal belongings prior to boarding. Hand-held or loose items, including phones, are not permitted to be…
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The Golden Girls | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 14, 1985
On this day in 1985, ‘The Golden Girls’ debuted on NBC. The sitcom ran for seven seasons and 180 episodes, gaining acclaim from fans and critics along the way. Bea Arthur, Betty White, Rue McClanahan, and Estelle Getty starred as four vibrant older women who, after losing their husbands, share the ups and downs of…
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‘Marvel Zombies’ Trailer and Artwork Released Ahead of Disney+ Debut
Marvel Zombies arrives on Disney+ on September 24, 2025. Ahead of its arrival, a trailer and some artwork have been released. This gives a peek into what fans will see when the series arrives on Disney’s streaming service. First off, check out the trailer here: Marvel Zombies Official Description After the Avengers are overtaken by…
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The Beak and Barrel Offers New Immersive Pirates of the Caribbean Experience
The Beak and Barrel is now open at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. Guests who are able to snag a reservation for this Pirates of the Caribbean-themed pub can now experience what it is like to be a Disney pirate. This new pub is found in Adventureland at Magic Kingdom, and a scroll and a…
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3 Exciting New Things at Walt Disney World in the Fall of 2025!
Walt Disney World Resort always has exciting things for guests to experience. In the fall of 2025, 3 new things are adding to the excitement of a trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth! Last week, Daps Magic had the opportunity to sit down with representatives from Walt Disney World Resort to learn about…
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Pooh’s Heffalump Halloween | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 13, 2005
On this day in 2005, ‘Pooh’s Heffalump Halloween’ was released direct to home video by Disneytoon Studios. It was a sequel to ‘Pooh’s Heffalump Movie,’ which came out in theaters earlier that year. Winnie the Pooh and the gang take their new friend Lumpy the Heffalump for his first experience with Halloween and trick-or-treating. They…
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Hong Kong Disneyland Celebrates 20th Anniversary
On September 12, 2005, Hong Kong Disneyland opened its gates to guests for the first time. Fast forward two decades, and the park has grown with new lands and attractions, an expanded castle, and new incredible entertainment throughout the day and night. As it reached this milestone, The Walt Disney Company looked at the anniversary…
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‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ Returning to Theaters in 3D
Avatar: The Way of Water is returning to theaters exclusively in 3D for one week. It will be in theaters starting October 3, 2025. This comes ahead of the release of Avatar: Fire and Ash on December 19, 2025. A trailer has been released for Avatar: The Way of Water, which originally came to theaters…
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Walt Disney World’s Water Parks Brings Extra Pixie Dust to Disney Experience
It is very easy to overlook the water parks at Walt Disney World Resort. With the four main theme parks often being the primary focus of guests visiting The Most Magical Place on Earth, sometimes Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon and Disney’s Blizzard Beach don’t get the attention they deserve. During two recent media events at Walt…
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New ‘Monsters, Inc.’ Stage Show Heading to Hong Kong Disneyland
As Hong Kong Disneyland celebrates its 20th anniversary, some exciting announcements and details are being shared. This includes the new Wayfinders’ Table Moana-themed restaurant, details about the new Spider-Man attraction, and a new stage show that is based on Monsters, Inc. The new stage show promises to use new technology to make it incredibly immersive.…
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New Concept Art Revealed for Hong Kong Disneyland’s Spider-Man Attraction
As Hong Kong Disneyland celebrates its 20th anniversary, some exciting new announcements have come out. For fans of Moana, the new Wayfinders’ Table has arrived. For fans of Spider-Man, new concept art has been revealed for the new attraction based on the webslinger. A post on social media shared new images of the attraction, both…
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Take a Look at Wayfinders’ Table at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort
Wayfinders’ Table at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort opened on September 12, 2025, the 20th anniversary of this park. It brings the flavors of Oceania to life for fans of Moana looking for a bite to eat. This includes Voyagers’ Chicken Naan Pizza, Massaman Prawn Curry with Signature Rice, and Seafood Laksa Souple Noodle. The restaurant is designed…
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VIDEO: Test Track 3.0 at EPCOT
Test Track is once again open at EPCOT. After the third iteration of this attraction opened at Walt Disney World Resort this summer, people have been talking about what a great job Walt Disney Imagineering did with this attraction. During a recent trip to Walt Disney World Resort for Destination D23 – A Journey Around…
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Hong Kong Disneyland | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 12, 2005
On this day in 2005, Hong Kong Disneyland opened to the public! It was Disney’s second castle park to open in Asia after Tokyo Disneyland. Hong Kong Disneyland was built on reclaimed land in Penny’s Bay, Lantau Island. Special care was taken to incorporate Chinese culture, customs, and traditions into its creation, including feng shui.…
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D23 Spotlight Series Continues at Walt Disney World with “A Spooktacular Spotlight”
D23 is inviting its Gold Members and ghouls galore to its next D23 Spotlight Series — D23’s Spooktacular Spotlight — in Orlando on Sunday, October 12, 2025. Guests will start the day with an early stroll through Disney’s Hollywood Studios, where they’ll enjoy an exclusive showing of Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After before the park opens. Then,…
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The Lucky Nugget Saloon Becomes The Unlucky Nugget Saloon at Disneyland Paris for Disney Halloween Festival
The Disney Halloween Festival begins at Disneyland Paris on October 1, 2025, and continues to November 2, 2025. This takeover of Disneyland Paris, of all that is Halloween, will include incredible entertainment, characters (including Disney villains), merchandise, food, and the transformation of The Lucky Nugget Saloon. For the Disney Halloween Festival, this location will be…
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D23 Gold Members Can Get a $5 Mangonada + 10% off at Pepe by José Andrés in Disney Springs
D23 has announced a new Gold Members offer for those visiting Disney Springs. The offer allows for a $5 Mangonada + 10% off at Pepe by José Andrés. To access this deal, simply present your D23 Gold Membership card and let your server know upon check-in. About Pepe by José Andrés Pepe by José Andrés…
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Destination D23 Ends on a High Note with Disney ’80s – ’90s Celebration in Concert
Destination D23 – A Journey Around the Worlds of Disney was full of memorable moments that fans will carry with them as they go home and back into their own worlds. One of the highlights was the way in which Destination D23. This was with Disney ’80s – ’90s Celebration in Concert. This concert saw…
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Get a Head Start on Holiday Shopping on DisneyStore.com
While Halloween isn’t here yet, already people are beginning to think about the holidays. For those who are really planners, some of the holiday shopping (or all of it) is already done! For others, it is just beginning. Still others (like your humble correspondent) haven’t even started thinking about shopping or gift lists yet. Thankfully,…