Tag: Disneyland
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What if the Jingle Cruise Had a Theme Song?
Many Disney attractions have theme songs. Think of Haunted Mansion, Pirates of the Caribbean, or even it’s a small world, and most likely the theme song for these attractions comes to mind. One attraction that doesn’t (or if you are a Disneyland guest, never did) have a theme song is the Jingle Cruise. The Jingle…
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Beloved Former Imagineer Eddie Sotto Passes Away
Former Walt Disney Imagineer Eddie Sotta has passed away. Sotto was only 67. Born on March 14, 1958, he was an American experiential designer, mixed-media producer, and conceptualist. Disney fans know him for his work at Disneyland Paris, Tokyo Disneyland, and the continuation of the legacy of Walt Disney Imagineer through his interviews, appearances on…
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Tickets Still Available for Disneyland After Dark: Sweethearts’ Nite and Disneyland After Dark: 70 Years of Favorites
Tickets are now available for two upcoming Disneyland After Dark events that will be taking place in early 2026. Disneyland After Dark: Sweethearts’ Nite and Disneyland After Dark: 70 Years of Favorites still have multiple nights available for those who want to attend. At the time of this writing, the following dates are available for…
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It’s a SMALL Small World Holiday After All
Every year during the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort, thousands (heck, maybe millions) of fans descend on Disneyland to experience it’s a small world Holiday. This year, there is an added… and smaller… version of the attraction to check out. This year, the question was asked: What if it were even smaller? Beyond just asking…
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Christmas at Disneyland in 1966 ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 11
Join Mr. Daps and Clocky as they go back and look at Disneyland at Christmas time in 1966. They visit Main Street, Sleeping Beauty Castle, and Frontierland in this episode of Photoniks. The big question is: are they video cameras, spotlights, or what on Main Street? Are they related to Candlelight somehow? Let us know…
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Candlelight and a Concert – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #793
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week is the second week of Geekmas. Because of this, at the start of the show, not only do the geeks talk about the Muppet of the Week, they now also talk about the Geekmas Duck of the Week! The Geeks then pivot into the topics of the week. This…
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VIDEO: Benjamin Bratt Narrates Candlelight Processional at Disneyland
For many Disney fans, the start of the holiday season begins on the first weekend of December when the Candlelight Processional brings the Christmas story to Town Square at Disneyland. This tradition, which dates back to the days when Walt Disney still walked the park, is beloved by those who can see it. It has…
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Benjamin Bratt Revealed as Candlelight Processional Narrator at Disneyland
The Candlelight Processional at Disneyland is a tradition that dates back to the era of Walt Disney. This annual tradition sees a celebrity narrator tell the story of Christmas with the help of a mass choir, orchestra, handbell choir, soloists, and fanfare trumpeters. All of this takes place on a beautiful stage that is erected…
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Skyfest | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 5, 1985
On this day in 1985, Skyfest was held in Anaheim, California, to mark Walt Disney’s 84th birthday and the 30th anniversary of Disneyland. The event set a world record for the number of balloons released simultaneously – over 1.2 million! Around 3,000 volunteers came to the Disneyland parking lot before dawn to fill the balloons…
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Disney Announces Where and When Bluey and Bingo Will Be Arriving at Disney Parks and Beyond Globally in 2026!
The Disneyland Resort announced today that Bluey and Bingo will soon be at the Happiest Place on Earth. This isn’t the only place that fans of the hit animated series Bluey will be able to see Bluey and her sister, Bingo, however. Along with getting to hop into the playful world of Bluey at Disneyland Resort, they…
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GUIDE: Disneyland Resort 2026 Dates, Offers, and Events
The Disneyland Resort has revealed a preview of what is coming in 2026. As people prepare their travel plans for the upcoming year, dates, events, and offers have been announced by the Happiest Place on Earth! This includes how long the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration will continue, the arrival of Bluey, Halloween Time, Holidays at…
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A Very Familiar Brand New Parade – 30 Years Ago at Disneyland
1995 marked the middle of the Disney Decade. Among its legacies is the longest-running parade in Disneyland History, “A Christmas Fantasy,” which debuted on November 23, 1995. Walt Disney loved parades. As a youngster growing up in Marceline, Missouri, the annual appearance of the circus parade made a profound impression on him. He was determined…
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The Story of Animated Drawing | DISNEY THI SDAY | November 30, 1955
On this day in 1955, “The Story of Animated Drawing” first aired as part of the ‘Disneyland’ television program. Walt Disney hosted the episode that began a three-part series about ‘The Art of Animation’ book, yet to be published at the time. Disney discussed the early history of drawing and animation, including the work of…
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Main Street March-Along – A Month of Thanksgiving
There is a moment that happens at Disneyland on most days (weather permitting) with the Disneyland Band, Mickey Mouse & Friends, and often the Dapper Dans. Called the Main Street March-Along, this moment is packed with a lot of fun, music, magic, and even interactivity. This is what I’m thankful for today. There are several…
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Gingerbread Man – A Month of Thanksgiving
I am not a huge treats/sweets guy. I tend to prefer savory. If I were to choose between a fancy dessert and a nice steak, I’d almost always choose the nice steak. However, I do love me a good gingerbread man cookie from the Disneyland Resort. I don’t need anything fancy, I just want the…
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Old Photographs – A Month of Thanksgiving
I have a lot of old photos. And, for the most part, they are pretty well organized. Quite a few of them are photos of the Happiest Place on Earth. And I am thankful for each and every one of them. Bear in mind, I am not just talking about IMAGES here. No, I mean…
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Disneyland Band Adds Holiday Music to March-Along with Mickey and Friends
Every day at Disneyland, the Disneyland Band is joined by Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, and Pluto for a magical march-along. This starts with the Disneyland Band marching out from Sleeping Beauty Castle and performing Topsy Turvy from the Walt Disney Animation Studios film, The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Then, a…
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GUIDE: Gingerbread at Disneyland Resort this Holiday Season
The Holidays at the Disneyland Resort are underway. This spirited season is full of Disney magic, entertainment, merchandise, culinary offerings, and more! One of the highlights for many guests each year is the gingerbread that can be found throughout the Disneyland Resort. Some of the gingerbread is on display, and some can be eaten! Below…
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A Christmas Fantasy Parade – A Month of Thanksgiving
Yesterday, A Christmas Fantasy Parade celebrated its 30th anniversary. For three decades, this parade has delighted guests at the Disneyland Resort as it made its way up and down the parade route during the holiday season. This season is no different. Well before the parade began, fans began to line up so that they could…
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Mickey Mouse Club Circus | DISNEY THIS DAY | November 24, 1955
On this day in 1955, the Mickey Mouse Club Circus debuted at Disneyland on Thanksgiving Day. The Big Top tent with space for 2,500 guests was set up near what is now the Matterhorn. A holiday-themed circus parade kicked off the festivities from Main Street to Fantasyland. The 75-minute performances included Mouseketeers, aerialists, acrobats, clowns,…
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A Christmas Fantasy Parade | DISNEY THIS DAY | November 23, 1995
On this day in 1995, “A Christmas Fantasy Parade” debuted at Disneyland on Thanksgiving Day. It replaced the “Very Merry Christmas Parade” that ran in the 1970s and ‘80s. The parade has seen many changes over the years, but it is still a joyous part of Disneyland’s annual holiday traditions. “A Christmas Fantasy” currently features…
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Disneyland Resort All-American College Band – A Month of Thanksgiving
We have all heard the quote, “Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile because it happened.” This is definitely applicable when I think of the Disneyland Resort All-American College Band. This is what I’m thankful for today. For nearly half a century, this band brought its incredible musicianship and spirited performances to the Happiest Place on Earth!…
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The Disneyland Resort Honors Those Who Serve with Special Patriotic Flag Retreat on Veterans Day
On November 11, 2025, the Disneyland Resort honored all of those who serve with a special Patriotic Flag Retreat in Town Square at Disneyland. The afternoon event takes place on a daily basis at the Happiest Place on Earth! However, for Veterans Day, the Disneyland Resort went the extra mile to show its gratitude and…
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Horse-Drawn Street Car – A Month of Thanksgiving
One of the things I am really thankful for is the Horse-Drawn Street Car at Disneyland. Nearly every day, horses pull an old-fashioned trolley up and down Main Street, USA, from Town Square to Sleeping Beauty Castle and back. This is fun to watch and fun to ride. It brings a strong dose of nostalgia to…