Tag: Disneyland
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Magic Kingdom Most Visited Theme Park Globally
For the 19th year in a row, the Magic Kingdom is in the top theme park globally for guests to visit. The news comes as the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) published its annual theme park attendance report. This is now called the Global Experience Index. “The 2024 TEA Global Experience Index marks a new chapter…
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Snow Falls on Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland
As has become consistent in recent years, snow has fallen on Sleeping Beauty Castle ahead of Halloween. Throughout this week, the castle has progressively collected more snow. This comes ahead of the arrival of the Holidays at Disneyland Resort on November 14, 2025. The snow on the castle has arrived in recent years on the…
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Disneyland 50th Christmas Tree | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 17, 2005
On this day in 2005, the traditional live Christmas tree arrived at Disneyland, ready to be transformed into a holiday delight. Its decorations that year were extra special in honor of Disneyland’s 50th anniversary celebration. The 60-foot-tall tree was loaded with 5,000 oversized golden ornaments and bows instead of the classic decorations. An illuminated “50th”…
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‘Haunted Mansion’ Revealed as Movie of the Week at Downtown Disney District
Throughout Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort, Downtown Disney District has been hosting movie nights on Wednesday evenings. These have become quite popular with people showing up early to get the best spots and the entire lawn near the Downtown Disney LIVE! stage. Each week, a different Halloween movie has been shown. This week, the…
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Disneyland Ticket Books | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 11, 1955
On this day in 1955, the first ticket books debuted at Disneyland. When the park opened in July, guests paid a $1 admission fee at the main gate and then separately for each attraction at ticket booths nearby. Conceived by Public Relations Director Ed Ettinger, the ticket books streamlined the guest experience. Three “A,” two…
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15 Years Strong – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #784
Welcome to the first episode of the 16th season of Geeks Corner! This week marks 15 years since the first episode of Geeks Corner debuted on October 5, 2010. Joining for this special week is Clocky from Sent From Disneyland! This week, there are some special moments sprinkled in with the topics from the realm…
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Swim with the Stars | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 5, 2004
On this day in 2004, Swim with the Stars, an event celebrating three American Olympic gold medalists, was held in Disneyland. Michael Phelps, Ian Crocker, and Lenny Krayzelburg greeted an adoring crowd and swam relays with local kids. Main Street, U.S.A. itself was turned into a lap pool that was 164 feet long, 24 feet…
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Haunted Mansion ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 7
Welcome, foolish mortals! On this episode of Photoniks, Mr. Daps and Clocky (your ghost podcast hosts?) take a look at the Haunted Mansion as seen through photos from the past. This is a unique look at the Haunted Mansion through the lens of days long gone by. This seemed like the perfect episode topic to…
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Reclaimed and Reforged Lightsaber Building Experience Returning to Savi’s Workshop at Disneyland and Walt Disney World for Limited Time
A unique version of the Savi’s Workshop experience is coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. The Reclaimed and Reforged Lightsaber Building Experience will be returning on October 12, 2025, for a limited time. For both coasts, the experience will be available while supplies last. At Savi’s Workshop,…
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New Adventureland Jack-O-Lantern Installed Near Partners Statue at Disneyland
A tradition during Halloween Time each year is the installation of Jack-O-Lanterns around the Partners Statue at Disneyland. These pumpkins represent each of the lands in the park, except Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Until recently, Adventureland was represented by a Jack-O-Lantern of Tarzan. This week, that pumpkin was replaced with a new one. Now, Adventureland…
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Josh Gad Takes on Caretaker Role at Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion
Josh Gad is continuing his quest to experience different attractions at the Disneyland Resort and beyond. As he sees his dreams come true by taking on different roles around Disneyland, he is now taking on the role of a caretaker at the Haunted Mansion. Could this role turn dreams into nightmares? Check out the video…
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No Longer Moving People – 30 Years Ago at Disneyland
Guests celebrating Disneyland’s 40th anniversary back in the summer of 1995 may have been too distracted by all the party hats, Matterhorn serenades, and the Time “Castle” to have noticed a quiet closure that took place the next month. On Monday, August 21, Tomorrowland’s PeopleMover attraction was permanently closed. Opened as part of the new…
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Horseless Carriage Days | DISNEY THIS DAY | Thursday 26, 1955
On this day in 1955, the first annual Horseless Carriage Days event was held on Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland. The gathering was sponsored by the Horseless Carriage Club of Southern California and included a parade of lovingly preserved antique cars from 1915 and earlier. Exhibitors wore period costumes as they promenaded down Main Street.…
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Rocket Rods | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 25, 2000
On this day in 2000, the Rocket Rods at Disneyland closed for “refurbishment.” However, the temporary closure turned into a permanent one when no work was ever performed. The high-speed thrill ride that replaced the PeopleMover had suffered mechanical failures and track damage. The attraction was announced as officially closed in April 2001. One Rocket…
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Monorail Blue Returns to Skies Over Disneyland Resort For First Time in 2025
Monorail Blue has returned to the skies over Disneyland Resort for the first time this year. After the Monorail system closed last year, the Blue Monorail didn’t make a return when the highway in the sky reopened. On September 22, 2025, the Blue Monorail rejoined Disneyland’s Monorail fleet. It joined Monorail Red in the skies…
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An Interesting Year ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 6
On the 6th episode of Photoniks, Mr. Daps and Clocky switch things up a bit. They know exactly when this episode’s photos were taken, and where is pretty easy to figure out as well. They do get to see a very interesting year at Disneyland before things would change quite a bit! Join the conversation and share your…
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Monsanto Hall of Chemistry | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 19, 1966
On this day in 1966, the Monsanto Hall of Chemistry closed in Disneyland’s Tomorrowland. The museum-style walk-through attraction opened with the park in 1955. Its main draw was the “Chematron,” a series of eight giant test tubes that displayed the most fundamental substances in nature. The Hall of Chemistry aimed to inspire guests about the…
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Meet Thomas Kinkade Studios Artists and See Disneyland 70th Anniversary – Sleeping Beauty Castle Piece at Disneyland!
Disneyland Resort continues its Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration. As the celebration continues, there are many different special moments and things to be seen and experienced. One of these will be at Disneyana and include the Thomas Kinkade piece, Disneyland 70th Anniversary – Sleeping Beauty Castle. From September 25-28, guests can stop by Disneyana to see…
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‘The Happiest Story on Earth: 70 Years of Disneyland – A Special Edition of 20/20’ To Air on Sunday, September 21st on ABC
On Sunday, September 21, 2025, The Happiest Story on Earth: 70 Years of Disneyland – A Special Edition of 20/20 will air on ABC. This special edition of 20/20 will be broadcast as the Disneyland Resort continues to celebrate its 70th anniversary. The program will air at 8:00 PM ET on ABC. This program promises…
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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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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 Little Mermaid Float Smokes During Disney’s Paint the Night Parade at Disneyland
An issue with The Little Mermaid float in Disney’s Paint the Night Parade on Wednesday night saw it surrounded in smoke. Multiple people on social media shared photos and videos of the disabled float from Disneyland. According to those who were there, the float broke down during the first performance of the night as the…
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Special Book Signing Coming to Walt Disney’s Carolwood Barn in Griffith Park
Walt Disney’s Carolwood Barn in Griffith Park hosts an open house on the third Sunday of every month from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, inviting guests of all ages to tour the barn. Special guests and activities are usually part of the experience, which add to the fun of the day. This month, the Carolwood…
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VIDEO: Disney Legend Jodi Benson Sings ‘Disneyland’ From Broadway Musical ‘Smile’ at Destination D23!
Destination D23 – A Journey Around the Worlds of Disney was a fantastic Disney fan event. It was full of moments that celebrated the history and legacy of The Walt Disney Company. Some moments looked toward the future as well. One of the moments that was particularly poignant was with D23 FANbassador Disney Legend Jodi…