Tag: Disneyland
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Rocket Rods | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 27, 2001
On this day in 2001, it was announced that Disneyland’s Rocket Rods were closed forever. The ill-fated high-speed replacement for the PeopleMover went down for refurbishment the previous September, but the damage done to the ride’s infrastructure was too great to overcome. Since 2001, the outdoor track, parts of the queue, and the loading area…
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New Structure Goes Vertical in Fantasyland at Disneyland
A new structure is going vertical in Fantasyland at The Happiest Place on Earth! It is being built right next to Edelweiss Snacks. This comes after the Disneyland Resort filed a permit for the space in November. The permit includes a new walk-up service window, a 518-square-foot outdoor dining structure, and a 169-square-foot shade canopy.…
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Disneyland’s Monorail and Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin Reopening Date Revealed
The Monorail and Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin have both been closed for a refurbishment, but will soon reopen. This comes as the Disneyland Resort continues its efforts to refurbish attractions proactively in an effort to keep them reliable and open for guests to experience. According to the Disneyland website, both attractions will be opening on…
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Disney Debt | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 25, 1961
On this day in 1961, Disney officially paid off the last of the multimillion-dollar loans the company had accumulated during its formative decades. Starting in the 1930s, Walt Disney appealed to Bank of America for the high-risk financial backing he needed to finish ‘Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.’ Again in the 1950s, Walt turned…
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Plaza Inn at Disneyland Offering Father’s Day Brunch Buffet
Plaza Inn is a fantastic place to eat on a regular basis. For holidays, it can get even more magical. For both Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, the restaurant at the end of Main Street, U.S.A., will be offering a brunch buffet for those who want to celebrate with delicious food and some favorite Disney…
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Celebrate Mother’s Day at Disneyland’s Plaza Inn!
May 10th is Mother’s Day. This is a special day at the Disneyland Resort. Often, carnations are handed out to mothers as they enter Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. For those who want to add even more magic for mom on Mother’s Day, Plaza Inn will be offering a Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet. This will…
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Star Wars and CHOC Stars – GEEKS CORNER #812
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week is stellar in the corner! The geeks have plenty to geek out about. The “toy box” is officially open on Batuu! We’re breaking down the latest news from the galaxy, including the return of legendary heroes like Luke, Leia, and Han Solo to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Plus, we…
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Kim Irvine and Mother Leota Toombs Honored with Window on Main Street, U.S.A. At Disneyland
There are two incredible honors that Disney gives that stands out above many others. One is that of being named a Disney Legend. The other is being honored with a window on Main Street, U.S.A. On Tuesday, April 21, 2026, retired Imagineer Kim Irvine became someone who will receive both. Before Disneyland opened, a special…
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New Sweets, Treats, and Drinks Coming to the Disneyland Resort on April 28
The Disney Parks are constantly updating their menus to fit the season. This usually involves adding new items, as well as bringing back some favorites. Beginning April 28 at the Disneyland Resort, the following sweets, treats, and drinks are sure to delight palettes of all kinds. First up is the Orange Cream Cheesecake. This cheesecake…
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Jungle Cruise and Toy Story Midway Mania Reopens at Disneyland Resort This Week!
Two popular attractions at the Disneyland Resort will soon be open again, one at Disneyland and the other at Disney California Adventure. Both will be reopening on April 24, 2026. At Disneyland, The World Famous Jungle Cruise has been closed since mid-February. The opening-day attraction has been a favorite with fans through the years. It…
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VIDEO: ‘Disney Channel Rocks!’ at Disneyland After Dark: Disney Channel Nite
Last week, Disneyland After Dark: Disney Channel Nite saw fans celebrating some of their favorite Disney Channel characters, shows, and franchises on three nights at The Happiest Place on Earth! The special after-hours event included plenty of characters, photo ops, food, merchandise, and special entertainment. One of the entertainment offerings was a show that debuted…
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Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities Reopens at Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland is preparing to officially see its timeline expanded on April 29, 2026. When this happens, there will be more stories from more eras with more characters for guests to experience. This will include: Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities As Disneyland prepares for this expansion, there have been some changes happening…
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Disneyland Resort Shares Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Expanded Timeline Character Photos
On April 29, 2026, Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will see its timeline expanded. With this expansion will come the addition of new eras of Star Wars stories on Batuu. Guests will get to see characters and experience the stories from these eras come to life when visiting Galaxy’s Edge. They will include: Along with…
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Madame Leota Floats Again in Haunted Mansion at Disneyland
Madame Leota is once again floating during the séance scene in Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion. Since the attraction reopened in its classic form in January, her crystal ball and head within had been sitting on a stand on her table as she chanted her incantations to “summon the spirits.” On Thursday, Daps Magic team member Steven…
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Disneyland Provides First Look at Leia Organa Before Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Timeline Expansion
On April 29, 2026, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland will see its timeline expanded. This will see characters from more Star Wars stories coming to the land. Ahead of this change at Disneyland, some of the new characters who are coming to Batuu are being revealed. Yesterday, a video showcasing Han Solo with Chewbacca…
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Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities Closes at Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Ahead of Timeline Expansion
Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities is closed for a few days of refurbishment at Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. The shop is a popular one with Star Wars fans, with some fantastic merchandise. It also has some really fun details and “antiquities” to check out when visiting. On top of that, Dok-Ondar can also be seen…
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Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters Closes for Refurbishment at Disneyland
Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters is now closed for refurbishment at Disneyland. Guests visiting The Happiest Place on Earth on Monday morning found the attraction closed. This closure was scheduled and will see the attraction getting some tender loving care ahead of the arrival of Toy Story 5 in theaters in June. Those who visit the…
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Check out the Merchandise for Disneyland After Dark: Disney Channel Nite!
Disneyland After Dark: Disney Channel Nite is back at the Happiest Place on Earth! This event celebrates the many favorite stories that were shared on Disney Channel through the years. There are special entertainment, food, characters, an exhibit, photo ops, and merchandise for guests to enjoy throughout the night. Many of these things proved to…
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‘Walt Disney Archives: Disney Channel’ Presented at Disneyland After Dark: Disney Channel Nite
Over three nights this week, Disneyland After Dark: Disney Channel Nite is being offered after the end of the normal operating day of The Happiest Place on Earth! This hard-ticketed event begins at 9:00 PM after the park closes at 8:00 PM. It is full of specialty entertainment offerings, specialty foods, merchandise (that is ridiculously…
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VIDEOS: Some Favorite Dapper Dan Performances To Celebrate National Barbershop Quartet Day
April 11th is National Barbershop Quartet Day. This is a day that marks the 1938 founding of the Barbershop Harmony Society, along with the tradition of four-part harmony singing. For many, the introduction to the barbershop quartet style of music comes when visiting Disneyland or Walt Disney World and experiencing the Dapper Dans. This quartet can be…
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Disneyland’s Pirates of the Caribbean and Blue Bayou Restaurant Closing for Refurbishment
Pirates of the Caribbean and the restaurant that is found inside of it, the Blue Bayou Restaurant, will be closing for refurbishment in May. Both the attraction and the restaurant will be closing on May 4, 2026, at Disneyland. An announcement on the Disneyland website notified future guests of the coming closure. The following notification…
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Snow White Wishing Well and Grotto | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 9, 1961
On this day in 1961, Walt Disney dedicated the Snow White Wishing Well and Grotto at Disneyland. This picturesque spot for making wishes, taking photos, or getting engaged started with an anonymous gift of Carrara marble statues. John Hench figured out where to display them and how to use forced perspective and a waterfall to…
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Anna Cathcart Takes a Spin at Disneyland to Spill the Tea in Newest ‘Teacup Confessions’
Anna Cathcart has been seen in the Descendants franchise and also XO, Kitty. Most recently, she has been seen in a teacup… spinning… while spilling the tea. Today, Disney releases another Teacup Confessions. This time, the new approach to a celebrity interview from Disney Parks features Cathcart spinning her way through Fantasyland at Disneyland. As…
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The Force is Strong With New Star Wars Novelties Coming to Disneyland
The Force continues to get stronger at the Disneyland Resort. With the expansion of the timeline of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite, and May the 4th all on the horizon, there are also brand-new Star Wars popcorn buckets, sippers, and other novelties coming to Batuu and other select locations throughout the park.…