Tag: Disneyland Resort
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It’s All About Disney Castles in New ‘We Call It Imagineering’
There are few things more iconic in the world of Disney than a castle. Since the day Disneyland opened in 1955, a castle has been an iconic part of the Disney parks experience. Since then, the castles have been a part of the “castle parks.” This includes Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom and Tokyo Disneyland,…
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Bountiful Valley Farm | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 7, 2010
On this day in 2010, the Bountiful Valley Farm area of Disney California Adventure closed after nine years of operation. Offering edutainment, the walkaround farm displays celebrated the importance and variety of agriculture in California. Caterpillar sponsored an interactive exhibit of farm equipment, models of cows highlighted dairy and livestock production, and garden beds of…
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The Fairy Godmother and Other New Enhancements Coming to Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
At Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, young guests at Disneyland or Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World can see themselves be decked out as elegant princesses or dashing nights. With no shortage of pixie dust, they get to see their imaginations come to life in the mirror through the help of the Fairy Godmother’s Apprentices. Soon, the…
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Take a Look at the Halloween Time Merchandise at the Disneyland Resort!
Halloween Time is in full force at the Disneyland Resort. Guests are swarming into the parks to enjoy the variety of different offerings that can be enjoyed this time of year. This includes some incredible entertainment, the Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party, culinary offerings, and also merchandise! This year, there is a…
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Maliboomer | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 6, 2010
On this day in 2010, the Maliboomer attraction had its last operating day in Paradise Pier at Disney California Adventure. The opening day attraction was a Space Shot-style ride built by S&S Power. It was themed after the so-called “high striker” test-of-strength carnival games, but set in outer space. At 180 feet tall, it was…
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Meet the Dogs of Disneyland!
Throughout the Disneyland Resort you might have noticed that there are some adorable looking dogs wandering around. They aren’t just there to make a statement but also keep everyone safe. Most often seen at security checkpoints, the K-9 unit that is affectionately called the Pluto unit has multiple roles and responsibilities. Below is a look…
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Pixar Putt Returning to Pixar Place Hotel
Pixar Putt, a popular mini-golf experience, is returning to the Pixar Place Hotel. This 18-hole mini golf course experience will be re-opening on September 4, 2025. The experience will be opening daily from 10:00am, with the final tee time being at 8:30pm. Tee times are every 30 minutes, and the experience lasts around 90 minutes.…
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Can You Find the Rabbit in the New Main Street Magic Shop Window at Disneyland?
The Main Street Magic Shop at Disneyland has been getting some attention lately. Not only has the inside gotten some tender loving care and then Steve Martin stopped by to visit on his 80th birthday, the windows on the outside have also been updated. With the new updates, there are some fun nods to famous…
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VIDEO: Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration MagicBand+ Activations at Disneyland
The Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration is well underway at the Disneyland Resort. With entertainment, merchandise, food, and more to experience, it has been a colorful celebration. One experience that has been offered allows for people with MagicBand+ to go and make/experience some magic in the original lands of Walt Disney’s original Magic Kingdom. At each…
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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Closes at Disneyland for Refurbishment
Big Thunder Mountain at the Disneyland Resort has closed for refurbishment. The popular Frontierland attraction closed after normal operating hours on Sunday and had walls up around it by Monday morning. Daps Magic team member Steven stopped by the Disneyland and checked out what was happening with the attraction. Below are photos and video of…
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Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration Activations – Another Way to Experience Disneyland
There are a lot of different ways to enjoy a day at the Disneyland Resort. As The Happiest Place on Earth continues to celebrate its 70th anniversary, there are some unique offerings to be found. One of these experiences includes a series of activations that can be enjoyed with the use of a MagicBand+. Guests…
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Disney Brings Happiness to Children’s Hospitals this Summer
“I don’t know why, but I’ve always enjoyed the idea of summer and sun, and all things hot!” — Olaf Summer is often thought of as a care-free time for kids and families, filled with sunny, outdoor recreation and enrichment. But for kids with serious illnesses, this often means days, weeks, or months spent in…
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Trailer Revealed for New “Disneyland Handcrafted” Leslie Iwerks Documentary Coming This Winter
There are Disneyland fans that love the early history of the park from concept to development. Many fans know that those concepts, photos, and even video from the early days of planning and construction are out there. The “Creating The Happiest Place on Earth” panel at Destination D23 provided fans with an emotional look at…
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New Concept Art Revealed for Napa Rose at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel
More exciting news was revealed during Destination D23 at Walt Disney World as Disneyland Resort culinary director John State unveiled a never-before-seen artist concept rendering of the enhanced patio space from Napa Rose at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, which is currently closed for an exciting renovation. The renovation was originally announced in January. Fans…
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A Halloween Time Wish – Bald Mountain Night Club
As Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort continues for the spooky season in 2025, there are plenty of different things to experience in the parks and beyond. The entertainment includes the return of Halloween Screams, the Mickey & Friends Halloween Time Cavalcade, and more. This doesn’t include the incredible offerings that guests experience during the…
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Beautiful Tribute to Día de los Muertos Returns to Disneyland’s El Zócalo Park in Frontierland
It’s an exciting time of year to visit the Disneyland Resort. Halloween Time and Plaza de la Familia are celebrating the season. In Frontierland, the Halloween Tree has returned along with a Día de los Muertos tribute in Frontierland’s El Zócalo Park. The tribute includes Skelton figurines, brightly colored flowers, and other seasonally appropriate decorative…
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Halloween Tree Returns to Frontierland at Disneyland
A Halloween icon has returned to Frontierland at Disneyland. Since 2007, this tree has been lighting up the night in Frontierland with its orange glow. Inspired by Ray Bradbury’s book of the same name, it was dedicated on the 35th anniversary of the book. The tree, just like the one in the book, is covered…
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Check Out the Plaza de la Familia Merchandise This Year at Disney California Adventure!
Plaza de la Familia can be found in Disney California Adventure from now through November 2nd. This celebration of the bonds of family has entertainment, delicious food, and some beautiful merchandise. At a recent media event for Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort and Plaza de la Familia, Daps Magic had the opportunity to get…
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New Moana Window Appears on Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland
A new window that brings to life the story of Moana has appeared on Main Street, U.S.A. It is in the window formerly the home to Peter Pan. It joins a new Zootopia-themed window on Main Street ahead of the arrival of Zootopia 2 later this year. The new window has icons that will be…
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Longest Serving Cast Member Honored With Walt Disney Legacy Award
Cast Members at Disney Parks are among the best in terms of guest service, interaction, friendliness, and enthusiasm. It takes a special person to be a Disney Cast Member. Every day, Disney Cast Members celebrate milestones, special moments, and anniversaries. One such Cast Member is Hank, the beloved Disneyland Resort firefighter and the current longest-standing…
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Take a Ride on The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure with Jodi Benson & Lauren Paley
Disney is celebrating World Princess Week this week. As part of the celebration, wishes are being granted with Make-A-Wish, a performance with the voices of Disney Princesses, and other exciting moments are happening around the globe. One of these special moments is a ride-along video on YouTube for an Exclusive Journey on The Little Mermaid…
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Check Out the Foods of Plaza de la Familia at Disney California Adventure!
It is a delicious time of year to visit Disney California Adventure. Throughout the Disneyland Resort, there are many different delicious food and beverage offerings to be enjoyed as part of the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration and Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort. There are also food options available for Plaza de la Familia. These…
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Disneyland Resort Offers $104 Tickets on Select Dates During Halloween Time
It’s Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort! With the return of this spooky season, the Disneyland Resort is more popular than ever. For guests who would like to experience Halloween Time, there are some tickets available at a lower price than what is typically found. On select dates throughout Halloween Time, $104 tickets are currently…
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New Coca-Cola Bottles and Disneyland 70th Celebration Her Universe Merchandise Arrives at Disneyland Resort During Halloween Time
Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort is officially underway. This means the return of Oogie Boogie Bash, Haunted Mansion Holiday, Halloween Screams, and so much more! There are also a few surprises arriving at the Disneyland Resort that should be highlighted. During a media preview of Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort, Daps Magic had…