Tag: Disneyland
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Minnie Mouse Takes Center Stage at Disneyland Entrance During Women’s History Month
Guests entering the gates of Disneyland on Saturday were taking pictures with a different mouse in the garden in front of the Main Street Station. Instead of the traditional floral Mickey Mouse, a floral Minnie Mouse was greeting guests. This Minnie Mouse was put in place this weekend and coincided with the arrival of Women’s…
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Cinderella Festival | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 3, 1971
On this day in 1971, a 3-day Cinderella Festival began at Disneyland. It celebrated the 20th anniversary of the film and the upcoming debut of Cinderella Castle at the Walt Disney World Resort. The event featured garden tours from Disneyland horticulturists and multiple fashion shows daily. A special 24-page booklet included recipes from Cinderella’s Royal…
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Special Patch Coming Exclusively For Disneyland Magic Key Holders At Disney Channel Nite
The next patch in a series of patches for Disneyland Magic Key Holders is coming during the upcoming Disneyland After Dark “Disney Channel Nite.” The first patch was released during the recent Sweethearts’ Nite held at Disneyland. Patch #2 will be available for pick up on Tuesday, March 5 and Thursday, March 7 between 9pm…
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A Construction Mystery – 30 Years Ago at Disneyland
The January, 1994 opening of Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin started the year off on a high note at Disneyland. By now, fans had grown to expect something new and exciting on a fairly regular basis. After all, we were approaching the middle of “The Disney Decade.” Even walking through the vast parking lot that…
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Every Hour of One More Disney Day at Disneyland
On February 29, 2012, the Disneyland Resort hosted its One More Disney Day 24-hour event. Walt Disney World Resort also did the same over in Florida. Daps Magic was on hand to cover this 24-hour Disney day. Specifically, Johnny 5, the former co-host of Geeks Corner. For this special leap year/leap day event, the Daps…
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Disneyland Resort Announces 2024 Eggstravaganza
An annual springtime tradition has returned to the Disneyland Resort. Today the Disneyland Resort announced the 2024 Eggstravaganza. This gives the chance to seek out eggs throughout the Disneyland Resort from March 11 to April 9, 2024. There are three different egg hunts to enjoy during the Eggstravaganza: Disneyland, Disney California Adventure, and Downtown Disney…
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‘Iwájú’ Merchandise Found in Disneyland as Series Arrives on Disney+
Today, Iwájú arrives on Disney+. As it does, merchandise for it can also be found at Disneyland. Iwájú is an all-new series from Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pan-African Comic Book Entertainment Company Kugali. This story that takes place in Lagos, Nigeria that is an exciting coming-of-age story follows Tola (voice of Simisola Gbadamosi), a young…
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Star Tours | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 28, 1997
On this day in 1997, a 10th anniversary rededication ceremony for the Star Tours attraction was held at Disneyland. Chewbacca and Carrie Fisher, famous for her portrayal of Princess Leia, were on hand to carry out a lightsaber ribbon cutting. The ceremony was reminiscent of the medal ceremony at the end of ‘A New Hope.’…
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Mark Twain Begins Operating Again at Disneyland After Extended Refurbishment
The Mark Twain began taking guests on trips around the Rivers of America today after an extended hiatus where it saw a rather substantial refurbishment. The Mark Twain looks stunning after the work that had been done on it. This included work on wood on the ship, new paint, and much more. The Mark Twain…
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2024 CHOC Walk in the Park Coming to Disneyland in July
The 2024 CHOC Walk in the Park date has been announced. This year, the walk that supports the Children’s Hospital of Orange County will be taking place at the Disneyland Resort on the morning of July 21, 2024. This is earlier than previous years and promises to be a whole lot of fun while making…
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GUIDE: Disneyland After Dark: Disney Channel Nite
Disneyland After Dark: Disney Channel Nite will be offered at Disneyland on March 5 and 7, 2024. This special hard-ticketed event will run from 9:00 PM to 1:00 AM on each of these nights. Those who are attending will be able to enter the park before the parties begin at 6:00 PM. At this point,…
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Snow White – An Enchanting Musical | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 23, 2004
On this day in 2004, the Broadway-style stage show, “Snow White – An Enchanting Musical” premiered at the Fantasyland Theatre in Disneyland. It brought the story of Snow White to life using elaborate sets, special effects, and classic songs, including “Whistle While You Work” and “Heigh-Ho.” The queen’s castle and dwarfs’ cottage were recreated to…
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Columbia | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 22, 1964
On this day in 1964, the Below Decks Maritime Museum opened onboard the Sailing Ship Columbia at Disneyland, six years after the ship debuted. The museum gives an idea of the living conditions of sailors in the late 1700s, during the time that the original ‘Columbia’ circumnavigated the globe. The museum features the captain’s cabin,…
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How’d We Get to 700? – Geeks Corner – Episode #700
Welcome to the 700th episode of Geeks Corner! On this week’s episode, the Geeks take a look at the past and also what is going on today in the world of Disney And Positive Stuff! Mr. Daps takes everyone back 700 episodes to the original episode as they discuss the topics from back then. He…
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Dapper Day | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 20, 2011
On this day in 2011, the first Dapper Day took place at Disneyland. It is a fan-sponsored event designed as a day for people to “step out in style” in fashions inspired by the elegance of the 1950s and 60s. About 100 participants gathered that first day for a ride and photo op on the…
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Fantasyland Theater Electrified as Choirs and Artists Celebrate Gospel at Disneyland
The Fantasyland Theater was electrified on Saturday as various choirs and artists from around Southern California sang their hearts and souls out throughout the afternoon as a part of Celebrate Gospel. This celebration of gospel music is a part of the Disneyland Resort Black History Month celebrations. It was a day full of incredible music,…
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Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite Sale Dates and Event Details Announced With Inspire Magic Key Holders Getting First Dibs
Dates have been announced for the sale of Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite tickets. This time around, things are a bit different with Magic Key holders not all getting the same early ticket sales date. This time, Inspire Magic Key holders will get a first shot at being tickets. This will be followed by…
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Ward Kimball | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 15, 2006
On this day in 2006, the Ward Kimball steam engine was dedicated at Disneyland at an exclusive ceremony attended by hundreds of Cast Members. Engine No. 5 was the first locomotive to be added to the park in almost 50 years. It was built in 1902 and once operated at Cedar Point in Ohio. Named…
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Grim, Grinning Ghosts | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 14, 1969
On this day in 1969, “Grim, Grinning Ghosts” was recorded for the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland. This would come on the second day of recording for the attraction, six months before it would open. The producer noticed how good Thurl Ravenscroft, Jay Meyer, Bob Ebright, Chuck Schroeder, and Verne Rowe looked together. They were cast…
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A New Tiana – Geeks Corner – Episode #699
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week there is a lot to be excited bout. This includes the return of Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace to theaters for its 25th anniversary, Patrick Mahomes heading to Disneyland after winning the Super Bowl, and a new Wicked trailer. The Geeks also have a new Indy Cam…
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Disneyland to Celebrate Winner of Super Bowl LVIII
The winner of Super Bowl LVIII will be celebrated at Disneyland. In an announcement that was made on the @Disneyland Instagram story, it was shared that on Monday, February 12, 2024, there will be a celebration for either the San Francisco 49ers or the Kansas City Chiefs. The specifics about this celebration weren’t shared in…
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Geeks on the Sea – Geeks Corner – Episode #698
Welcome to a very special edition of Geeks Corner! This week, the geeks are on the sea! As they float around the Caribbean, they discuss the rain coming down at Disneyland and the future of Disney as a proxy fight heats up. We hope you enjoy this week’s episode of Geeks Corner! Join the conversation…
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Disneyland Resort to Close Disney California Adventure Early As Rain, Rain, Rain Comes Down, Down, Down.
The rain, rain rain, continues to come down, down, down on Southern California. As the inclement weather continues to douse the Disneyland Resort, the decision has been made to close Disney California Adventure early tonight. This comes after Knott’s Berry Farm did not open at all and hours have been modified at the Disneyland Resort…
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Disneyland | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 6, 1985
On this day in 1985, Disneyland began operating seven days a week throughout the year. Up until that time, Disneyland would often be closed Mondays and Tuesdays in the off season, including early spring, fall, and winter. The closure days were used for park upkeep and attraction maintenance. Interestingly, Magic Kingdom and EPCOT at Walt…