Tag: Disneyland
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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…
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Jack & Sally Now Meeting Guests in New Orleans Square at Disneyland with New Looks
Recently, Jack Skellington debuted his new look at Disneyland as he began to meet with guests in New Orleans Square. Now, Sally is joining Jack in New Orleans Square to meet with guests as Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort continues to be celebrated. Disney released a video on social media showcasing these two meeting…
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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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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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’40 Pounds of Trouble’ (1962) - Disney on Location
It is hard to believe that it was not until 1962 that Disneyland finally appeared on the big screen in a feature film. There had been short subjects and various appearances in television productions, but it was this comedy that brought the first film crews to the Happiest Place on Earth. Some may wonder how…
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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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That 40th Anniversary Time Castle – 30 Years Ago at Disneyland
Literally thousands of Disneyland visitors walk right over it every day. While many stop to get that perfect shot of the castle for which it is named, few focus their cameras on the spot at their feet. What is it? It’s a small bronze plaque, located right in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle. Lying beneath…