Tag: Disney
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GUIDE: Lilo & Stitch Experiences Around the Globe
Happy 626 Day! This day is all about celebrating Experiment 626. Also known as Stitch day, this is a day when fans of this furry friend come together and show their love for this iconic character. This is a celebration that focuses on the themes of friendship and ‘ohana that turned this 2002 animated film…
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New Lilo & Stitch Short to Appear Ahead of ‘Hexed’
Today is 626 Day, or Stitch Day. Every June 26 (6/26), fans celebrate Experiment 626. This year, there is an even more exciting reason to celebrate this day! Walt Disney Animation Studios has announced a new animated short that features Stitch. This will be appearing later this year in front of its next animated film,…
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Disneyland’s Pirates of the Caribbean Reopens with Next Generation Audio-Animatronics Pirate Added
Pirates of the Caribbean reopened today at Disneyland, and the next generation of Audio-Animatronics is on full display. Guests who take the plunge from the bayou into the realm of the pirates will discover that one particular pirate’s story is coming to life more than it previously did. Before the attraction closed for this most…
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Live-Action ‘Moana’ Stars Celebrate Movie Opening at Events in Australia and China
The global celebration of the live-action Moana is continuing. Stars of the film recently celebrated at events in Australia and China ahead of the film’s July 10th theatrical release. Cast members, including Dwayne Johnson, Catherine Lagaʻaia, and director Thomas Kail, were on hand for these events. Johnson returns to portray the trickster demigod Maui, and also serves as…
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New Downtown Disney Sign Appears on Future Earl of Sandwich Building
A new sign has appeared on the side of the future Earl of Sandwich and Gordon Ramsay at The Carnaby. This new Downtown Disney sign is in the retro style that the shopping, dining, and entertainment district has moved to during its transformation. The new sign became visible when walls were taken down from around…
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GUIDE: Locations of Ice Cream, Slushies, and More Cold Treats at Disneyland Resort
Summer has arrived! There are few things better than a frozen treat on a summer day while at The Happiest Place on Earth! The hardest part can become deciding what treat is the best choice at any given moment and where to get it! Thankfully, Disney has shared where to find some of these delicious…
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GUIDE: How To Get a Higher Score on Toy Story Mania!
Toy Story Mania! is a popular attraction that guests get to be immersed in an adventure with some of their favorite toys from the Toy Story franchise. With the arrival of Toy Story 5 in theaters, Disney has shared how to get a higher score on this attraction when experiencing it at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Tokyo…
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Rainbow Ridge and the Rainbow Desert | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 26, 1956
On this day in 1956, Rainbow Ridge and the Rainbow Desert debuted at Disneyland. They were the first major upgrades to Frontierland since opening day. Guests now departed from the town of Rainbow Ridge when riding the refreshed Rainbow Mountain Stage Coaches and Rainbow Ridge Pack Mules. Ride capacity was increased, with one August day…
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The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson Hosted by Walt Disney World Resort
The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson was hosted at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon. Nearly 600 local kids from five Central Florida nonprofits were on hand to learn critical water safety skills from Disney lifeguards and Olympic gold medal swimmer Simone Manuel. The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson is a yearly summer tradition that is organized by The World…
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D23 Gold Member Advance Screenings of Disney’s Moana (2026) Announced
D23 has announced advanced screenings of the upcoming Disney live-action Moana. This will give D23 Gold Members the chance to see this film if they are in Orlando, Florida, or Orange, California. The screening will take place on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, with tickets going on sale on Friday, June 26, 2026, 10:00 AM/1:00 PM…
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Formula 1 British Grand Prix 2026 Merchandise Arrives on Disney Store
The collaboration between Disney and Formula 1 continues. This newest chapter sees merchandise arriving for the Formula 1 British Grand Prix at Silverstone. The following items on DisneyStore.com, ahead of the grand prix that kicks off on July 2. These new products mark the arrival of the Disney x Formula 1® “Fuel the Magic” campaign launch.…
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Merchandise and Pop-Ups Coming for 626 Day
June 26, or 626 Day, is the day that Disney fans like to celebrate Stitch! 626 Day celebrates Experiment 626, another way Stitch is known in Lilo & Stitch. Ahead of this fan-led celebration of this favorite Disney character, Disney has revealed that there will be some special pop-ups and merchandise coming for the celebration.…
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Attack of the Vine! Coming to Disney Lorcana
Disney Lorcana, the Trading Card Game, continues to expand. There is a LOT to collect and play with since this game debuted in 2023. There is more on the way. The newest announcement is that Attack of the Vine will be coming to Disney Lorcana. This new set is the culmination of a year-long storyline…
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Disney Releases Disney Experience’ USA Economic Impact Report Ahead of 250th Anniversary
The United States of America is gearing up for its 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026. This year, Disney has been a part of the festivities with its Disney Celebrates America initiative. This has included special events, moments, merchandise, and the arrival of Soarin’ Across America at Walt Disney World Resort. The version of the…
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Disney Adventure World’s Crush’s Coaster to Close in September for Refurbishment
Crush’s Coaster in Disney Adventure World will soon be closing for a multi-month refurbishment. This will see the popular attraction closing on September 7, 2026. The attraction will not reopen until the summer of 2027. Disneyland Paris says that this is the most extensive renovation for the attraction since it opened in 2007. Along with…
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Check Out What’s Coming For the 2026 Holidays at Disney World
Disney is celebrating Halfway to the Holidays this week! This has led to multiple announcements and reveals on the Disney Parks Blog. This includes information about holiday parties, merchandise, overlays, and other offerings for Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. For Walt Disney World, the holidays will begin on November 13, 2026, and continue through…
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Disney Shares First Look at 2026 Holiday Merchandise
This week, Disney is celebrating Halfway to the Holidays (and so is Geeks Corner, check it out here). Throughout the week, Disney has shared announcements about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and Disney Jollywood Nights at Walt Disney World Resort, along with the return of beloved holiday overlays at the Disneyland Resort. There were also…
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Great Race | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 25, 1986
On this day in 1986, the third annual Great Race, a transcontinental road rally for antique vehicles, kicked off at Disneyland. Mickey Mouse and the California Governor dropped the green flag on Main Street, U.S.A. to start a record 94 entries on their 11-day, 3,500-mile journey to New York City. The cars and trucks had…
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Disneyland Resort Announces Returning Favorite Holiday Overlays
The Disney Parks are celebrating Halfway to the Holidays. As part of this summer celebration, holiday announcements are being made for both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts. A bulk of the announcements today were centered around the happenings at Walt Disney World Resort. However, the Disneyland Resort shared about the return of multiple holiday…
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Special License Plate Frame Coming for Disneyland Magic Key Holders
Summer is the time for road trips, and adding a fun license plate frame to your car adds to the fun of everyday life. To commemorate “miles” of magical Disneyland memories, Magic Key holders can get a complimentary Magic Key License Plate Frame! From July 16 through July 26, make a pit stop at Star…
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Disney Cruise Line Featured as Season 3 of ‘Behind the Attraction’ Arrives on Disney+
Season 3 of Behind the Attraction has debuted on Disney+. Two new episodes of the series focus on the Disney Cruise Line! This two-episode special event looks at the storytelling, innovation, and immersive experiences that have redefined vacations at sea in a way that only Disney can. The first episode looks into the story of…
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Dates and Details Revealed for 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays
The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays is one of the most beautiful holiday celebrations that Disney offers. Throughout EPCOT, guests can experience different holiday traditions from around the world. This includes entertainment, food, merchandise, and more. This is a month of celebrating holiday cheer in many different ways. It is one of the Daps…
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Disney Jollywood Nights Details and Dates Announced
Disney Jollywood Nights is the after-hours, separately ticketed holiday party that is offered at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort. This party will be offered on select nights between November 7, 2026, and January 5, 2027. This party sees Disney’s Hollywood Studios already merry vibes get even merrier! This holiday party offers stylish…
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Dates and Details Revealed for 2026 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
It’s halfway to the holidays for the Disney Parks, and it’s hard to believe it, but it is already time to start planning for the holiday parties at the Walt Disney World Resort. In just a few weeks, tickets will begin to go on sale for its holiday parties. One of these parties is Mickey’s…