Tag: Disneyland
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Sunday Recap Report – Two Parks, One Fun Day
It was a mild day at the Disneyland Resort both weather and crowd wise. I got to Disneyland around 11:30am, took my train station photo, and sat on a bench outside of Disneyland to people watch for a little bit. I then headed into Disneyana to browse. I noticed some new Funko POPs themed to…
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Sunday Spotlight: March of the First Order
The March of the First Order is a show that was performed first at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and then a variation at Disneyland. In it, Captain Phasma led her troops through Hollywood Blvd while looking for Resistance spies. This show ended its run at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on June 6, 2019, before Star Wars: Galaxy’s…
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Shaking Things Up – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to another edition of the DISNEY Reporter! This week there is a lot of news going on. Things start off with two earthquakes striking near the Disneyland Resort. Also at the Disneyland Resort, Pixar Pals parking structure is now open. In movie news, Aladdin has reached $900 at the global box office making it…
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Celebrate the Fourth of July at the Disneyland Resort!
The Disneyland Resort is always a fun place to celebrate Independence Day. Throughout the summer there is often patriotic bunting decorating both Main Street, USA and also Buena Vista Street. On the Fourth of July itself, the patriotism steps into high gear as the Disneyland Resort celebrates Independence Day. For those of you who are…
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So Many Ways to Celebrate Summer at the Disneyland Resort – Including Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Magical new experiences, special July anniversaries, the return of Main Street Electrical Parade in August, plus more ways to play with friends and family AHAHEIM, Calif. (June 28, 2019) – This is a summer to remember at the Disneyland Resort, where sunny days are filled with cool new adventures, new shows, new Disney character interactions…
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Pixar Pals Parking Structure Officially Opens to Guests at the Disneyland Resort
Summer is truly underway at the Disneyland Resort! With Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge officially open to the public and many exciting additions coming to the Resort, Disney is ready for the guests to come in! As of today, the Pixar Pals Parking Structure is officially welcoming guests in and giving them an all-new place to…
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By the Numbers: Main Street Electrical Parade Fact Sheet
The beloved Main Street Electrical Parade is returning to Disneyland Park Aug. 2, 2019, to bring guests of multiple generations a sense of wonder, joy and – for some – warm nostalgia. The iconic parade will travel down Main Street, U.S.A., for a limited-time engagement, through Sept. 30. Main Street Electrical Parade made its world…
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Catch Mickey’s Soundsational Parade at Disneyland Park Before it Ends on July 17
It’s time to strike up the band! Mickey’s Soundsational Parade has been a fan favorite since it’s debut in 2011. Though the parade went on a brief hiatus, it returned to fans earlier this year for the “Get Your Ears On” Celebration. Today, Disneyland announced that the parade would be ending this exciting run on…
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Main Street Electrical Parade Returns to Disneyland for Brief Summer Run!
The Main Street Electrical Parade is returning to the Disneyland Resort this summer for a limited run. The classic Disney parade will be performing nightly at Disneyland from August 2nd through September 30, 2019. The Main Street Electrical Parade made its debut at Disneyland on July 17, 1972. For decades it made magic for Disney…
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Acclaimed Jazz Drummer Steve Houghton Performs With Disneyland Resort 2019 All-American College Band
The summer is in full swing for the Disneyland Resort 2019 All-American College Band. A highlight of the band’s performances each summer is when they perform with their clinicians. The first clinician for the summer was an internationally acclaimed jazz drummer, percussionist, clinician, author, and educator Steve Houghton. Through the years, Houghton has been on…
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Annual Passholders: Celebrate All the Fun Offerings of Summer with a Friend with Discounted Tickets
The Disneyland Resort is even more magical when you have friends to share it with. With all the special new offerings this year, you’re going to want to spend it with someone close to you by your side. That’s why Disney is offering discounted tickets to annual passholders so they can bring a friend with…
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The Simpsons and Disney – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 939 (#457)
Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week, there is a lot to chat about with lots of opinions. Things start with the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge without reservations. This discussion gets quite lengthy as the geeks chat about how it went and what will be coming. Next, the discussion moves on…
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Disneyland Has Smooth First Day Without Reservations at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
The Disneyland Resort is now allowing guests to visit Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge without reservations. Today was the first day for guests visiting Disneyland to enter Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge using the new virtual queue system. The system began being utilized approximately 20 minutes after Disneyland opened. Throughout the day, the virtual queue began allowing…
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Pixar Pals Parking Structure Opens New Tram Loading and Security Area to the Public
This Summer is going to be one of the biggest yet at the Disneyland Resort! With all the fun of Disneyland Resort All-American College Band and new attractions at Disney California Adventure Park opening to the public, there is a lot to look forward to. Of course, the reservation period for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge…
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Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Reaches Capacity Within a Half Hour of Disneyland Opening
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge was the center of the galaxy this morning as fans streamed into the now open-without-reservations land at Disneyland. 20 minutes after the park opened, guests were required to start utilizing the virtual queuing system through the Disneyland App or select Fastpass locations throughout Disneyland. With the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s…
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Soarin’ Over California Stays at Disneyland Resort to Delight Flight Crews All Summer Long
Soarin’ you are cleared for takeoff! You may remember that Disneyland Resort has brought back Soarin’ Over California for the month of June. In exciting news, the return has been received so well that the attraction will be staying through Summer! We are so excited to watch at Soarin’ Over California stays to delight guests…
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Disney Hosts International Yoga Day In Front Of Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland
Today is International Yoga Day. To celebrate it, more than 1,000 cast members came to the Disneyland Resort in the early hours of the morning to practice yoga together. The event was made even more magical with the fact that it was done as the sun rose during the session. Throughout the year, cast members…
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2020 Grad Nites at Disneyland Resort Dates Announced for Future High School Graduates
Though we just wrapped up graduation season, it’s time for the incoming high school seniors to get ready! Every year, high school seniors get to enjoy the magic of the Disneyland Resort to celebrate their graduation! We are so excited to announce that the 2020 grad nites have officially gotten dates as well as a…
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Main Street Cinema at Disneyland Resort Removes the Recently Added Merchandise From the Theater
Just last week, guests noticed that Main Street Cinema had undergone a major change. While the theater normally would have lots of space for guests, merchandise had moved into each corner of the location. Today, we are incredibly excited to announce that the merchandise has moved out of this quiet hideaway! Fans were definitely not…
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2019 Disneyland Resort All-American College Band Begins Performances at the Disneyland Resort
The 2019 Disneyland Resort All-American College Band is now performing at the Disneyland Resort. On Monday, June 17th, the band began entertaining guests with five sets throughout the late afternoon and evening. The college band’s day began with the Patriotic Flag Retreat at 4:30. This was followed be a pre-parade set that began in Town…
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Sunday Recap Report – A Random, No Plans Day!
Welcome back to the Sunday Recap Report! It was another cloudy, but humid day at the Disneyland Resort. I got to Disneyland around 11:30am, and headed to the Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe to have the new Chocolate Peanut Butter Hand Pie. Think of it as a Pop Tart but with chocolate filling and chocolate chips,…
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2019 Disneyland Resort All-American College Band Announces Daily Showtimes
The 2019 Disneyland Resort All-American College Band begins performances on June 17. Up until now, the daily schedule hasn’t been known. This changed today when the band announced the following showtimes for those wishing to experience them this summer. 2019 Disneyland Resort All-American College Band Showtimes 4:30 PM – Disneyland Patriotic Flag Retreat 5:15 PM…
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The Monorail Then and Now – The 60th Anniversary of a Disneyland Original
Along with the Submarine Voyage and Matterhorn Bobsleds, the Disneyland Monorail is celebrating 60 years. Here’s a look back at the beginning and how it is now. The Origin of the Disneyland-Alweg Monorail There was a precursor to the Disneyland-Alweg Monorail system. The Viewliner was a sort-of futuristic train that traveled around Tomorrowland from 1957-1958. …
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Submarine Voyage Then and Now – the 60th Anniversary of a Disneyland Original
Today is the 60th anniversary of the opening of the original Submarine Voyage at Disneyland. Here’s a look back at the attraction in the past and it’s incarnation today. The Origin of the Submarine Voyage 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea was a film that premiered a year before Disneyland’s opening. Though more focused on constructing…